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Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

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Old 29-10-2009, 12:24 PM   #1
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Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

Hi,

Just checking into HDMI cables. I need a 10m one and prices including delivery seems to be around the £100 delivered.

I can do without buying two of these.

Does a device exist that would allow me to plug my PS3 and Sky HD into some sort of multi input box that then feeds out to the one single £100 cable to my screen.

I understand I will only be able to view one at a time, thats no prob.

Does a device such as this exist?
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Old 29-10-2009, 12:35 PM   #2
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Re: Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

Use an HDMI switch:

HDMI Switch - www.tvcables.co.uk
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Old 29-10-2009, 12:49 PM   #3
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Re: Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

Also you don't need to spend £100 there are a few that advertise on this forum that do good value ones for about £35 off the top of my head
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Old 29-10-2009, 2:41 PM   #4
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Re: Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

Thanks stevie

Hi ben. £30 for a 10 meter HDMI is ok? I was worried about picture deterioration over such a long run. Hence paying more.
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Old 29-10-2009, 7:21 PM   #5
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Re: Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

Hello Mickey123,
Price is no way to judge a product... Maybe you can provide a link to the product and i am sure forum members will give you some feedback.

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Old 29-10-2009, 11:31 PM   #6
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Re: Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

HDMI to DVI Cables at Blue Jeans Cable

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BJC Series-1 Belden Bonded-Pair HDMI to DVI Cables:
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I got 40 ft one
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Old 30-10-2009, 8:41 AM   #7
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Re: Is it possible to run 2 (or more) HDMI devices in to one cable?

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Hi,

Just checking into HDMI cables. I need a 10m one and prices including delivery seems to be around the £100 delivered.

I can do without buying two of these.

Does a device exist that would allow me to plug my PS3 and Sky HD into some sort of multi input box that then feeds out to the one single £100 cable to my screen.

I understand I will only be able to view one at a time, thats no prob.

Does a device such as this exist?
PRO SIGNAL|PSG01043|LEAD, HDMI PLUG TO PLUG 10M | CPC
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