Gefen's new 4x4 HDMI Matrix switch

by Ben Drawbaugh posted Apr 27th 2007 at 2:44PM

One of the reasons why we still love component video is because of the availability of component video matrix switches. Matrix switches are like a Ethernet switch for HDTVs, they allow any source to connect to any HDTV throughout your house. That way you can stack up all your equipment in your closet, and enjoy any one of your sources on any one of your HDTVs. Finally regular consumers can get the same matrix action out of their HDMI gear, with Gefen's new 4x4 HDMI Matrix switch, which routes your video and sound, and can be controlled via IR or a RS-232 connection for your home automation system. As cool as this product is, it isn't for everyone. The switch costs $1,999, and who knows how much those long HDMI cables from the closet will cost you, but if you have four HDTVs, a Series3 TiVo, an Xbox360, an HD DVD and a Blu-ray player, you can probably afford it.

Filed under: Switches, Others

Tags: 4x4 HDMI Matrix, 4x4HdmiMatrix, EXT-HDMI-444, Gefen, HDMI, Matrix

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

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WiFiSpy @ Apr 27th 2007 3:22PM

*grabs ankles*

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Jim @ Apr 27th 2007 3:39PM

We just setup the 6x2 GEFEN with our Vidikron VHD-65 plasma. BUT... We totally got burned on the GEFEN and returned it not compatible with the TV's video processor! I went out and bought a Next Generation 5x1 HDMI Switcher (www.nextgenerationhomeproducts.com) for a third the price!! It integrates beautiful with our Crestron setup. It also detects whats "hot" and jumps to the next device that has power. For the money save the head ache! Or do what WiFiSpy said... My $.02

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Jim @ Apr 27th 2007 3:42PM

Here is a direct link to the Next Gen 5x1.
http://estore.websitepros.com/1373698/Detail.bok?no=1

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Big Sam @ Apr 27th 2007 5:49PM

Jim,
Thats not a matrix switch. If you only have one TV its fine, this matrix switch gives 4 TVs access to any of the 4 inputs.

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Jim @ Apr 28th 2007 12:56AM

Big Sam >> I know the 5x1 is limited to one TV access. Here is a direct link the Next Generation 5x4 HDMI Switcher / digital audio splitter. Only place on the web I know that sells this unit for under $400 is here: http://www.summitsource.com/5x4-enhanced-hdmi-switcher-splitter-combo-plugnplay-5-intput-4-output-digital-audio-outputs-1080i-resolution-high-definition-multimedia-interface-connection-hub-19-pin-port-socket-part-next-generation-switch54-p-6258.html?manufacturers_id=52

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