Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote
The Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote allows you to connect HD media devices such as Blu-ray/DVD players, DVR/set-top boxes, video game consoles, media PCs, and computers to your HDTV. It supports resolutions up to 1080p on an HDTV, and up to 1920x1080 pixels (WUXGA) on a PC. You can easily switch between the devices using the push button on the front panel or via the IR remote.
Front panel LED displays the port and power status. The GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch has 3 HD inputs and 1 HD output, and is backwards compatible with DVI devices using a HD to DVI adapter. It is also HDCP compliant.
- Allows you to connect HD media devices such as Blu-ray/DVD players, DVR/set-top boxes, video game consoles, media PCs, and computers to a HDTV
- Resolutions supported on HDTV - 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p
- Resolutions supported on PC - VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, WUXGA (1920x1080)
- Enables switching between devices using the push button on the front panel or via the IR remote
- Front panel LED displays the port and power status
- 3 HD inputs and 1 HD output
- Backwards compatible with DVI devices using a HD to DVI adapter
- HDCP compliant
| Video Connections |
Input- 3 x Female HDMI Type A 19 Pin Output- 1 x Female HDMI Type A 19 Pin |
| Connectors |
Video Input- Female HDMI Type A 19 Pin Video Output- Female HDMI Type A 19 Pin |
| LEDs |
Input- 3 Power On- 1 |
| Video Resolution | 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p |
| Data Rate | Up to 2.25Gbps |
| Environment | Operation Temperature- 32 to 122º F (0 to 50º C) Humidity- 0-80% RH (Non Condensing) Storage Temperature- -4 to 140 °F(-20 to 60°C) |
| Power Consumption | 3 Watts (max) |
| Power |
Voltage- DC 5V Amps- 1A |
| Housing | Case- Plastic |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | POP Information 10'' (25.4 cm) Peg Hook- 5 6'' (15.24 cm) Peg Hook- 3 Unit- 3.7 x 0.87 x 2" (9.398 x 2.21 x 5.08 cm) Inner Pack- 5.5 x 4.7 x 6" (13.97 x 11.938 x 15.24 cm) Unit Package- 5.25 x 5 x 1.87" (13.34 x 12.7 x 4.75 cm) Master Carton- 10 x 6.87 x 11.75" (25.4 x 17.45 x 29.845 cm) Master Carton Qty.- 12 |
| Unit Weight | Master Carton- 5.36lb (2.431 kg) Inner Pack- 1.1lb (0.5 kg) Unit Pack- 0.32lb (0.145 kg) Unit Wt. w/accessories- 0.16lb (0.073 kg) Unit- 0.12lb (0.054 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (5)
- Small (4)
- Compact (3)
- Easy to use (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- High bandwidth user (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (5)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (3)
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
Best Uses
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
While the webpage for the product suggests that no power adapter is required, that wasn't my experience. My Bluray player wouldn't even start up when connected to the switch yet worked perfectly when connected directly to the TV. When I contacted customer support they offered to send me a power adapter for free, which was nice, but I think it would be better if they simply included it with the purchase, since I now have to wait for delivery of the adapter in order to use the switch for it's intended purpose.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- power adapter
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- No need own power source
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
It works fine. Setup and operation is, as it should be in devices as simple as this, works.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
Switch from one HDMI to another.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Reliable
- Small
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
The problem was an excellent HD large screen monitor with only one input. This switch connects it to a cable box and allows me to switch to a game console without pug swithing. It is fast to set up, and easy to use. The remote makes using it convenient, and the price is the best part.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Discrete
- Easy To Set Up
- Remote controlled
- Small
- Very easy to use once set
Cons
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Multiple game consoles
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
I bought this because my TV only has 2 HDMI connections and figured I'd end up needing more. So when I bought an Xbox 360 I was happy to use this to switch between that and my existing PS3. Within an hour of use, while watching a TV show via my PS3, I first noticed interference which within seconds resulted in picture break up, then snow. Finally the TV was left with a 'unsupported mode' message. I checked everything and changed to the unused input and it seemed to be back up and running. 10 minutes later that fizzled out. I read somewhere that you DO need a power adaptor (this has an input but no adaptor is included). I might try a suitable one and see if this is the problem, but it looks more like the electronics are burning out than a low power problem. This is a great shame as the unit is otherwise faultless and the price is outstanding. I'm marking it down slightly as it's unusual for electronics to fail this quickly nowadays. If the power adaptor solution works, then that's additional expense. I hope to get it working or get it replaced by the manufacturer because the price is fair and it's an ideal solution to future proof the TV as everything starts moving to HD signals. The physical strength of the HDMI cables when inserted make this lift immediately off the surface. Some double sided padded tape would be good to fix this to a surface to avoid this happening.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Small
Cons
Best Uses
- Desktop
- Home
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
Used this switch to hook up two PC's to the same monitor. Needed some cables to do DVI to HDMI conversion, but I connected everything and it worked right our of the box.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
Cons
- Incompatible
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
Does not work at all with a Sharp TV and a Sharp Home Theater. Only works if you unplug Sharp Home Theater. It is a strange oddity of the Sharp Aquos Link System. None of the other three I tried worked either.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Reliable
- Small
Cons
Best Uses
- Desktop
- Home
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
Small size. Way to easy to use. Reliable.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Switching home HDMI input
Comments about Iogear GHDSW3 3-Port HD Audio/Video Switch with Remote:
Out of box, plugged in, works very well. Has an instant switching between sources, nice feel to the remote. Worth more than it costs by far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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What's in the Box
- Remote Control
- Quick Start Guide
- Warranty Card
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