HDMI Switches

What is an HDMI switch?

A switch is an electronic device that allows you to switch between multiple signals. It stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is a transmitter that enables the transfer of data between digital devices in high quality.

An HDMI switch allows you to connect multiple devices via the same HDMI input. This is practical if you have more devices requiring HDMI inputs than are available on your TV. Even if you have a brand new TV, you might run into limitations if you have many devices needing an HDMI connection.

You might have an Apple TV, a DVD player, and a soundbar. These products require an HDMI connection to transmit picture and sound to your TV, but if you only have one input, what do you do?

The important hub in your home

You acquire a switch. Then you insert all three of your HDMI cables into the switch. From the switch, there is an HDMI cable that can split and transmit all signals up to your TV through one HDMI input.

This was a quick overview of what an HDMI switch is. Like much other electronics, there has been significant development in HDMI cables and HDMI switches, so today they come in various forms and variations.

Our staff stay updated on the latest IT trends. The same goes for our product range, so you always have a wide and diverse selection, making it easier to find the solution that fits your needs.

Learn more about the different HDMI switches or contact us if we should help you find what you are looking for.

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You can choose to use either a manual or an automatic HDMI switch. The manual HDMI switch works such that you select which device you wish to use with your TV directly on the HDMI switch itself.

The automatic HDMI switch works by having the TV automatically detect which of your devices is turned on. This way, your TV can automatically display the signal from the relevant device on the screen, without you having to do anything more than turn on your TV or your DVD player.

If you want to view your content on more than one screen, you need to use an HDMI splitter, which, as the name indicates, splits the data signal into multiple parts. By splitting the data signal, it is distributed across multiple screens, which receive the signal from the same source, for example, your Blu-Ray player.

HDMI in the home theater

It has become the most popular way to connect various devices in the home theater. As mentioned, HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface and can handle both video and multi-channel audio in one cable. This means you no longer need an analog video cable to achieve High Definition.

It has become the way for us all to achieve professional quality at home.

HDMI outputs are found on Blu-Ray players, televisions, game consoles, DVD players, and most computers. You can also find HDMI ports on tablets and phones, but here they are smaller outputs than those you find on your devices in the home theater. You will then need an HDMI converter to connect the device to your HDMI switch.

When it comes to the video and audio devices you most often use at home, it is indeed about a standard HDMI input. The HDMI standard is also referred to as type A and is the largest of the three types of HDMI ports.

We have the right HDMI switch for you

We increasingly use our TV for more than just watching television.

We want to connect the TV with our computer, so we can stream movies or connect our Blu-Ray player to watch films in the best quality on the television screen. With a more organized and user-friendly setup, you can achieve high HDMI quality without hassle.

So, it’s over with connecting and unplugging cables every time you want to use different devices.

An HDMI switch meets all your high-quality needs while being a cost-effective solution to one of life’s everyday irritations.

That’s why we help you find the solution that fits you best by finding the right gear and equipment. It adds more value to everyday life by having a smarter home and enhances both usability and quality for you and potentially other users.

Difference between HDMI switch and HDMI splitter

The simplest way to explain how HDMI works is that the technology allows your various devices to communicate with your TV.

An HDMI switch enables you to use multiple outputs without having to invest in a significantly more expensive AV receiver. However, it can be challenging to distinguish between the many forms of HDMI accessories.

One of the most well-known examples is the challenge of differentiating between an HDMI switch and an HDMI splitter.

The HDMI switch can be connected to your screen and is used to switch between your various devices. This way, you can watch video one moment and use your game console the next, without having to switch cables or screens.

The HDMI splitter does the opposite in a way. An HDMI splitter uses one input to share the data signal to multiple screens at once. When you need to connect your various devices to your TV, you should use an HDMI switch that can help you switch between the devices.

HDMI switch delivers the best results

You shouldn't spend your time switching wires every time you want to use your TV as a screen for different devices. With either a manual or automatic HDMI switch, you achieve optimal results without hassle.

Our team of employees does its best to always ensure that you get the best products on the market. That’s why our selection of HDMI switches only offers switches of the highest quality.

You can easily and conveniently view our range here on the website and order the HDMI switch that suits you best. It isn’t difficult to connect your HDMI switch; you just need to plug it into your TV.

Once it is connected to your TV, you can effortlessly connect it with the devices you desire. The same applies if you have a video projector and want to watch films or game on a large screen.

You can use an HDMI switch when you want to connect, for example, your TV with various devices that have HDMI connectors. With an HDMI switch, you can create multiple HDMI inputs for the same device, often a screen.

An HDMI switch is plugged into your TV, allowing you to always have your DVD or Blu-Ray player, PlayStation, or similar connected to your screen with multiple outputs.

This way, you avoid having to connect and disconnect the various devices every single time you want to switch between watching DVDs and playing PlayStation.

Overview of all HDMI switches in our selection

At the top of the page, you will find our most popular switches, followed by our entire broad selection of different types of HDMI switches.

It is clearly stated whether we have them in stock or not, but they can all be ordered. However, the delivery time may vary, but if we have the item in stock, we strive for a delivery time of one weekday.

Also, see the list here, where the name, manufacturer, and some of the specifications are listed:

HDMI Switch Compact - 3 Input

HDMI Switch Compact (3 input) Deltaco

HDMI Switch Valueline - 2 input (Manual)

HDMI Switch Valueline - 4 input (Manual)

HDMI Switch - 2 input (Manual) Black- Goobay

HDMI Switch - 3 input (with remote control) Black - Goobay

HDMI Switch 4K - 2 input (Manual) Nedis

HDMI Switch 4K - 4 input (Manual) Nedis

HDMI Switch 4K with remote control (5 input) - Deltaco

HDMI Switch 4K with remote control (4x input) Deltaco

HDMI Switch Premium with remote control 4K (3 input) Deltaco

HDMI Switch Premium with remote control 4K (5 input) Deltaco

HDMI Switch 4K with remote control (3 input) Black - Deltaco

HDMI Switch 4K - 2 input (with amplifier) Nedis

HDMI Switch 4K - 4 input (with amplifier) Nedis

HDMI Switch Pro 4K - 2 input (with amplifier) Nedis

HDMI Switch Pro 4K - 4 input (with amplifier) Nedis

HDMI Switch Picture-In-Picture - 4 input (PIP)

HDMI Switch Compact - 3 input (Automatic)

HDMI Switch Premium with audio Extractor 4K (3 input) Deltaco

HDMI Switch - 3 input (Auto) Black Goobay

HDMI Switch - 5 input (with remote control) Black - Goobay

Introduction of product info and specifications for HDMI switch

The product name, manufacturer, and some specifications regarding the number of inputs are already mentioned in the above list.

It has never been easier to switch between HDMI sources, but as more specifications have come into the various stages of development, it’s important to check whether the switch, cables, and devices support the same specifications.

It is particularly important to look at whether they support the right video and audio formats. If you are a fanatic regarding technical knowledge and want everything to function properly, you may have already considered this.

If you happen to be just looking for a switch but don't have control over these formats and product information, our customer service is ready to guide you on which switch is most compatible with your equipment at home.

You can click on all our products at the top of the page to read more about them, or you can contact our customer service.

Remember to consider how many HDMI inputs you need, what color and design your switch should have, as well as whether you need a remote control and possibly which TV or other equipment it will be used in conjunction with.

There is already one output and three to five inputs on the different switches we offer. However, you may still need a new HDMI cable for one of your other electronic devices at home.

That’s why we have compiled some advice on what you should consider before investing in a new cable.

The history of HDMI

The history of HDMI is somewhat similar to the other history we wrote about.

In both cases, the technology was created by a consortium of seven companies. HDMI was founded and developed by Sony, Hitachi, Thomson, Philips, Matsushita (Panasonic), Toshiba, and Silicon Image.

The first cable was launched in December 2002 and was named HDMI 1.0.

Since then, HDMI has become the leading technology when it comes to achieving the best sound and video signal - both at home and professionally. HDMI, as previously mentioned, stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface.

When HDMI was released, USB, which stands for Universal Serial Bus, had already taken the market by storm in terms of data transfer and charging and was the preferred connection in technological interfaces.

These two technological transmitters compete to be the preferred interface between computer systems. There are many people who either use HDMI or USB cables, but it is also often the case that one runs out of inputs to connect their device to. Therefore, it can be a good idea to acquire a switch.

Switch or hub?

When it comes to jargon in the technology and computer world, the terminology can sometimes be quite confusing. When you’re searching for an HDMI switch, it could very well be that you were searching for an HDMI hub.

But what is the fundamental difference between the two devices - and why are they compared?

Hub is known from the English term, which also means wheel hub. A wheel hub is the center of the wheel itself, where a hub on, for example, a bicycle is the connecting link in the middle to all the spokes of the wheel.

However, the term hub is widely recognized in the IT world, where a hub is used for the same purpose as a switch, namely to connect computers in a local network.

Therefore, it could be that you were searching for a hub when you actually meant to get a switch. A hub can both send and receive data, but it cannot be used to send data to a specific computer device.

That's why you need an HDMI switch

We have written a lot about a switch by now. This is because we believe it is a brilliant and simple way to optimize your home. Without major problems, a switch helps with all data transmissions, where you can easily choose between what should be transferred.

An HDMI switch is an excellent tool to help you when you have too many HDMI devices that need to be used on the same appliance. It effectively connects the signals in high quality. Therefore, you should choose an HDMI switch!

Matrix HDMI Switch

In this category, you can find a Matrix HDMI Switch. With a Matrix HDMI Switch, you can switch both ways between connected devices and multiple screens.

With a Matrix HDMI Switch, you gain access to switch between multiple inputs to multiple outputs. In this way, it functions almost as both an HDMI Switch and HDMI Splitter.

For example, if you buy a Matrix HDMI Switch (4 in/2 out), you can connect 4 source devices such as a game console, a Blu-Ray player, an Apple TV, and a TV box and distribute the signal freely to 2 screens.

Most Matrix HDMI switches have active amplification. This means that the HDMI Switch amplifies the signal.