got an HDTV, what HD selector should I buy?
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My brother uses the System Selector Pro at his house and it works great with his InFocus HD Ready Projector.
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I have the pelican selector pro myself, and it seems to work out great so far. not only does each input have component ins, but an AV input set as well, so with systems (gamecube, i believe) that have seperate AV outs for the audio, and only component VIDEO, you can still connect them to the same channel, and the audio and video will both work at the push of one button.
This one works fine, but i havent used any others, so i cant say its the best, just that it works great for me.
This one works fine, but i havent used any others, so i cant say its the best, just that it works great for me.
I've got the Pelican as well and it works pretty good but I think I might go a different route next time because it is a pain in the ass to have to manually switch inputs. I have everthing behind a door in my entertainment center and when I want to watch TV or a DVD or play games or whatever I always have to get up to push the stupid button. God I sound lazy but it really is annoying...
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[quote name='Link127']I've seen 2 separate Pelican models on BB.com:
PL-957 and PL-960
they look the same and are the same price...are they the same?[/quote]
No, one is a cheaper version with only 4 inputs and is not amplified so there is a chance of signal loss. I myself am waiting for the system selector pro to go down to around $50.
PL-957 and PL-960
they look the same and are the same price...are they the same?[/quote]
No, one is a cheaper version with only 4 inputs and is not amplified so there is a chance of signal loss. I myself am waiting for the system selector pro to go down to around $50.
I have the Pelican system selector pro as well, and it's great. Not sure of the model # tho. It also has cat-5 inputs which is nice, but be aware that it's not a HUB/Switch - only the currently selected input is active. Still a nice extra bonus tho, and odds are the only input you'll need to be active is the one you're watching anyway. 
EDIT: Also, Gamestop B&M sell it cheaper than BB. My local BB has it for $99, but my local Gamestop has the exact same switchbox for $79.
EDIT: Also, Gamestop B&M sell it cheaper than BB. My local BB has it for $99, but my local Gamestop has the exact same switchbox for $79.
They are pretty much the same, 960 model is newer, I'm not sure what the differences but it's probably not that much. I got the 960 model at Gamestop B&M, only thing that sucks about Best Buy is they still charge the original $99.99 price, most places have it for $79.99.
Pelican has a budget version, here is an article:
http://gba.playmoreconsoles.com/fullnews.asp?NewsID=5042
and a decent image of the front and back:
http://www.the-console-corner.com/universal_hd_system_selector.htm
I saw these at Walmart for $25 . . . not a bad deal and it comes with low-quality cables. This would get you started if you don't have the cash for the Pro version.
http://gba.playmoreconsoles.com/fullnews.asp?NewsID=5042
and a decent image of the front and back:
http://www.the-console-corner.com/universal_hd_system_selector.htm
I saw these at Walmart for $25 . . . not a bad deal and it comes with low-quality cables. This would get you started if you don't have the cash for the Pro version.
here a easy cheap way go buy 5 y-rca splitters http://www.radioshack.com/product.asp?catalog_name=CTLG&product_id=42-2536 , as long as you don't have the 2 hd(dvd,hd-tv) on at the same time then it works just fine. plus you dont have to get up and hit a switch.
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[quote name='me2evil13']here a easy cheap way go buy 5 y-rca splitters http://www.radioshack.com/product.asp?catalog_name=CTLG&product_id=42-2536 , as long as you don't have the 2 hd(dvd,hd-tv) on at the same time then it works just fine. plus you dont have to get up and hit a switch.[/quote]
I have tried this in the past, and it didn't work well for me. The video works fine, but the audio doesn't. In my particular configuation and Xbox, PS2, and GameCube; whenever the PS2 was "off" in standby mode you couldn't hear and sounds form the Xbox or GameCube unless you turned the volume of the TV way up. I actually had to turn off the power switch on the back of the PS2 to get it to work properly. I believe it has something to do with some sort of impeadance signal my PS2 consistantly put out that dampened the audio signal of the Xbox and GC.
Later when I replaced my Xbox with the Halo Special Edition version, I found my new Xbox put out an impedance signal that even dampend my PS2 audio. The only way to correct this would be for me to unplug the video cable from the Xbox anytime I wanted to play PS2 or GC. Needless to say this was unacceptable.
Your results using Y cables will be directly related to the individual component characteristics in your gaming consoles. Since Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft continually tweak, adjust, and change the components in their consoles as time goes on, your results definately may vary.
I personally use the $25 Pellican Component switcher box, and it works fine for me. If you don't need to bother with optical audio cables, and only dealing with 3 systems that use component video, this is the way to go. As component video becomes more prevalent you will probably see more manufacturers make cheaper and better products than the $80-$100 Pellican version.
I have tried this in the past, and it didn't work well for me. The video works fine, but the audio doesn't. In my particular configuation and Xbox, PS2, and GameCube; whenever the PS2 was "off" in standby mode you couldn't hear and sounds form the Xbox or GameCube unless you turned the volume of the TV way up. I actually had to turn off the power switch on the back of the PS2 to get it to work properly. I believe it has something to do with some sort of impeadance signal my PS2 consistantly put out that dampened the audio signal of the Xbox and GC.
Later when I replaced my Xbox with the Halo Special Edition version, I found my new Xbox put out an impedance signal that even dampend my PS2 audio. The only way to correct this would be for me to unplug the video cable from the Xbox anytime I wanted to play PS2 or GC. Needless to say this was unacceptable.
Your results using Y cables will be directly related to the individual component characteristics in your gaming consoles. Since Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft continually tweak, adjust, and change the components in their consoles as time goes on, your results definately may vary.
I personally use the $25 Pellican Component switcher box, and it works fine for me. If you don't need to bother with optical audio cables, and only dealing with 3 systems that use component video, this is the way to go. As component video becomes more prevalent you will probably see more manufacturers make cheaper and better products than the $80-$100 Pellican version.
Here's the one I use:
JVC JX-S111
It's pretty high quality yet at a good price. It has only 3 component inputs but that makes it perfect for HD gaming (XBOX, GC, and PS2).
JVC JX-S111
It's pretty high quality yet at a good price. It has only 3 component inputs but that makes it perfect for HD gaming (XBOX, GC, and PS2).
The one I have is the one t65will listed. It works great even though it has 3 component inputs, but that is just enough for me for my GC, PS2, and Xbox. The games run great in progressive scan, there is no signal loss, and it simply is a well made product. I too recommend it.
I dont mind spending the money if the quality is there. Especially since I am getting a $100 gift card to BB for free.
Does anyone think BB will match Gamestops price of $80 for the Pelican HD selector? Is there another store that has it for $80 that I can get BB to match?
What are the technical differences between the $25 and $80 versions? (i.e. signal loss, number of hookups, etc.)
And thanks guys, you have been very informative so far in helping me out!
Does anyone think BB will match Gamestops price of $80 for the Pelican HD selector? Is there another store that has it for $80 that I can get BB to match?
What are the technical differences between the $25 and $80 versions? (i.e. signal loss, number of hookups, etc.)
And thanks guys, you have been very informative so far in helping me out!
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[quote name='Link127']I dont mind spending the money if the quality is there. Especially since I am getting a $100 gift card to BB for free.
Does anyone think BB will match Gamestops price of $80 for the Pelican HD selector? Is there another store that has it for $80 that I can get BB to match?
What are the technical differences between the $25 and $80 versions? (i.e. signal loss, number of hookups, etc.)
And thanks guys, you have been very informative so far in helping me out![/quote]
I'm not positive about these, but ...
1. The more expensive one has 8 inputs, as opposed to 4.
2. The signal strength and thus the quality is better in the more expensive one.
3. The more expensive one has digital audio as well.
4. The more expensive one is bigger.
Correct me if I'm wrong please.
Does anyone think BB will match Gamestops price of $80 for the Pelican HD selector? Is there another store that has it for $80 that I can get BB to match?
What are the technical differences between the $25 and $80 versions? (i.e. signal loss, number of hookups, etc.)
And thanks guys, you have been very informative so far in helping me out!
[/quote]I'm not positive about these, but ...
1. The more expensive one has 8 inputs, as opposed to 4.
2. The signal strength and thus the quality is better in the more expensive one.
3. The more expensive one has digital audio as well.
4. The more expensive one is bigger.
Correct me if I'm wrong please.
aaronprather
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[quote name='Mistik'][quote name='Link127']I dont mind spending the money if the quality is there. Especially since I am getting a $100 gift card to BB for free.
Does anyone think BB will match Gamestops price of $80 for the Pelican HD selector? Is there another store that has it for $80 that I can get BB to match?
What are the technical differences between the $25 and $80 versions? (i.e. signal loss, number of hookups, etc.)
And thanks guys, you have been very informative so far in helping me out![/quote]
I'm not positive about these, but ...
1. The more expensive one has 8 inputs, as opposed to 4.
2. The signal strength and thus the quality is better in the more expensive one.
3. The more expensive one has digital audio as well.
4. The more expensive one is bigger.
Correct me if I'm wrong please.[/quote]
1. I can't speak for the expensive one, but the cheaper one really has only 3 component inputs. The 4th one is front-facing and has composite/S-video inputs
2. I really doubt you would detect any difference between the two in terms of signal strength. A Gamespot review states the signal loss is very slight, and probably only noticable with HDTVs.
Does anyone think BB will match Gamestops price of $80 for the Pelican HD selector? Is there another store that has it for $80 that I can get BB to match?
What are the technical differences between the $25 and $80 versions? (i.e. signal loss, number of hookups, etc.)
And thanks guys, you have been very informative so far in helping me out!
[/quote]I'm not positive about these, but ...
1. The more expensive one has 8 inputs, as opposed to 4.
2. The signal strength and thus the quality is better in the more expensive one.
3. The more expensive one has digital audio as well.
4. The more expensive one is bigger.
Correct me if I'm wrong please.[/quote]
1. I can't speak for the expensive one, but the cheaper one really has only 3 component inputs. The 4th one is front-facing and has composite/S-video inputs
2. I really doubt you would detect any difference between the two in terms of signal strength. A Gamespot review states the signal loss is very slight, and probably only noticable with HDTVs.
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[quote name='Mistik']Both of the Pelican systems are $9.99 at GS. But they are OOS.[/quote]
These are preowned prices. I highly doubt that anyone would be foolish to trade in a HD Pro for
These are preowned prices. I highly doubt that anyone would be foolish to trade in a HD Pro for
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