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Hi Guys,

After purchasing yet another HDMI enabaled device I find that I have run out of ports on the back of LX83 Receiver.  So I have three questions please:

1. Does anybody use HDMI port expansion devices

2. If so can you recommend the best one

3. Do they in any way reduce the quality of sound or video when the signal is direct through them

I know they can range from £25 to £200+

 

Thanks as always

 

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RE: HDMI port expansion/switch

To quote Riker "Anybodyyyyyyyy"

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RE: HDMI port expansion/switch

I have one on amazon. Around £100 new or try s/h. Less common now but google reviews of your shortlist

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RE: HDMI port expansion/switch

Thank you Robin

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RE: HDMI port expansion/switch

Would something like this be any good? Clicky

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RE: HDMI port expansion/switch

techlink have had excellent reviews. I cant comment on cheaper ones but as always we can trust reviews or try cheap and cheerful or take the lottery. Or ofcourse, ask on this forum  Smile

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