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ronw

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#273034 31-Jul-2020 18:24
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My TV only has two HDMI sockets but I need a third one to cope with a Chromecast. Is there any way to get one of the HDMI sockets to have dual inputs. At first I thought an HDMI splitter was what I want but they seems to work the other way to drive two video displays.

 

 




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  #2532311 31-Jul-2020 18:29
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You get what you pay for.




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  #2532318 31-Jul-2020 18:36
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What you want is a HDMI switch, which is probably what you were thinking of. A quick Google search will set you on your way to getting you what you need.




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  #2532321 31-Jul-2020 18:43
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Thanks off to track one down. Much appreciated




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  #2532440 31-Jul-2020 21:29
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$10 at kmart buys a good enough hdmi switch with 3 inputs. Happy with my one at 1080p.

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