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HELP...Share components between a projector and a tv.

post #1 of 5
9/2/12 at 7:02am
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I'm in dire need of assistance so any input would be appreciated. I am getting a bar installed and have the current setup:

Sherwood New Castle R-865 (yes I know...it's a bit out dated)
Connected to it is a HD-Cable Box, DVD Player, and DLP Projector

What I would like to do is be able to share the components with the new TV at the bar.

My question... how (if possible) can I run cables to the tv at the bar without having to point the remote at the components(across the room) and has the least amount of signal loss?

Hardware suggestions, model numbers, etc. Would be helpful. The only options I see are either to split the monitor out(component) to the projector and the new tv(which I'd still need to run some kind of ir receiver...any suggestions?) or run cables using room 2 option but I would still need an ir receiver near the new tv AND it is composite out and not component.

Again, any feedback is appreciated.
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post #2 of 5
9/2/12 at 9:35am
Simplest remote solution would be to convert your remote(s) to RF using the "Next Generation Remote Control Extender":

http://www.amazon.com/Next-Generation-Remote-Control-Extender/dp/B000C1Z0HA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346603540&sr=8-1&keywords=next+generation+remote+control+extender

If you're using component video, you could either add a distribution amp/splitter and long cables, or use a component-over-cat5 setup. CE Labs has the CAT5TX / CAT5RX pair that has a "loop output" so it's easy to add to an existing setup. There are cheaper solutions, but I've seen mixed results with some of them, so YMMV...

Jeff
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post #3 of 5
9/4/12 at 4:27am
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have you had any personal experience with the Next Generation Remote Control Extender? I was told I should be able to get by with just a simple component splitter as well but trying to get some feedback.
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post #4 of 5
9/4/12 at 7:39am
I second Jeff's recommendation for the NextGen remote extender, I've been using one for several years to control components in my basement from my bedroom on the 1st floor. It works with most remotes but not with remotes that use their own rechargeable battery packs. What makes the NextGen unique is that the transmitter resides inside the remote's battery compartment so there's no need to point the remote at anything....highly recommended.
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post #5 of 5
9/4/12 at 1:32pm
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Originally Posted by hardcorecamraman View Post

have you had any personal experience with the Next Generation Remote Control Extender? I was told I should be able to get by with just a simple component splitter as well but trying to get some feedback.

Yes. Works great. And +1 on everything Vin said...
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