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ViewHD Prosumer Ultra HD HDMI True Matrix 4X2 Support 4K ARC Advanced Audio Receiver Home Theater Headphone TOSLINK VHD PRO4X2i

Last Updated: July 13, 2019 (Refresh Now)

8.4

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Ports

129

splitter, hdcp, viewhd, cable box, 1x2

+81%

-19%

" ... No problems whatsoever outputing to my monitor or my Elgato capture card and it did bypass PS3 HDCP for those that want it for that. ... "

" ... Useful to keep direcTv dvr from loosing hdmi handshake ... "

" ... This splitter only has output for 1080p but it does work with the combination above. ... It is an HDMI 2.x issue. ... "

" ... Had to connect a VCR and TV to cable box. ... "

" ... The work around was ViewHD 2 Port 1x2 Powered HDMI Mini Splitter, Model: VHD-1X2MN3D. ... I bought a new HDMI HDCP 2.2, 3 foot cord that runs from my 1070 GPU into the splitter then I have my regular HDMI that Ive been using going from the splitter to my monitor. ... Also note that you will need power for the splitter. ... "

" ... Used for Slingbox HDMI streaming without any issues. ... "

" ... I have this with my HDMI cord and now i need a capture card to go with my streaming plus i seen this on Youtube video and they mention this a lot for mostly Streaming or recording for videos, i got both for good price and now i just need a capture card ... "

" ... This HDMI splitter (model VHD-1X2MN3D) worked great. ... I am using it on a Direct TV receiver and sending the signal to two TV sets, one has a 25 foot HDMI cable going to the kitchen and the nearest TV has a six foot cable. ... "

Resolution

1080p, 4k, hd, splitter, hdmi

+84%

-16%

" ... I connected HDMI 1 output to my 1080p Plasma TV, and HDMI 2 output to my Hauppauge HDPVR2. ... "

" ... It not only stripped the HDCP signal but now I don't have to invest hundreds of dollars to buy a newer 55" TV. ... "

" ... I have an AverMedia Portable which is a fantastic capture card, but my monitor (Lenovo touchscreen) doesn't like it, so it will not display while running through the card. ... "

" ... I went with this after returning the J-Tech Digital ProAV Model: JDT-HD4X4-4K. ... "

" ... Works great - I used this specifically to make a firestick work on a older LG HD flat screen ... "

" ... 100% fixed an issue with a Roku box and my old school HD plasma TV. ... "

" ... They played nicely all this time, then suddenly this purple screen HDCP Unauthorized problem came up and I couldn't watch Youtube at all. ... "

" ... And it also handles 4K 60Hz RGB without dropping frames. ... "

Device Compatibility

apple tv, hdcp, connected, output, ps3

+78%

-22%

" ... You may have to try both output until it will work with all your devices. ... "

" ... It works perfectly fine and as of 10/2/17 it works and I use it on both my Vita Tv to record and my PS4 (so I can leave hdcp on and not get the annoying gameplay interupted pop up). ... "

" ... Tests without device get HDCP Rejection, with the device all seems good! ... "

" ... I have four sources and two outputs one a plasma tv the other a projector. ... "

" ... However, we used it in the Corporate setting in conference rooms where we have Microsoft Surface Hubs for laptop projection. ... "

" ... This device solved all that. ... "

" ... We finally got a chance to try using this to connect a MacBook Air running an iTunes rental on our 55" LG Smart TV. ... We didn't get the audio working, but the audio was able to be connected via Bluetooth to the soundbar. ... "

" ... It also helped with my PS3. ... Great alternative if you have the HDCP or if your TV can't find/recognize what's plugged in. ... "

Product Reliability

working, years, months, failed, hdcp

+61%

-39%

" ... Im hoping I can find a good one as a few years have passed since this purchase. ... "

" ... Working great with an Elgato HD60S and PS3 ... "

" ... No issues with HDCP . ... "

" ... Works as expected, no issues. ... "

" ... This is my second these devices, the first one lasted about a year and a half. ... "

" ... I ordered this about a week ago and as soon as I started using it I noticed that for the first couple minutes it gets a signal it will flicker but after about 5 minutes ita all good. ... "

" ... Working as intended! ... "

" ... It just plain worked. ... "

Software Platform

roku, hdcp error, error, compliant, message

+61%

-39%

" ... The splitter solved the HDCP error code on my Roku. ... I was afraid I would have to buy a new tv, but thanks to an internet search I found the recommendation for the splitter which solved my problem immediately! ... "

" ... It allowed me to view netflix on my non compliant TV. ... "

" ... So, yes, this can solve an HDCP problem. ... "

" ... There is the possibility that older players and displays with newer firmware installed may have key revocation lists that will stop this from working. ... "

" ... After a quick web search we figured out that it was due to HDCP protection trying to query our TV in order to protect content from piracy. ... "

" ... it works as intended.however it no longer removes hdcp when using roku.that was the reason i bought it well here's to 18 dollar paper weight. ... "

" ... Needed to set up a chromecast 3 about 100’ away from a 43” monitor. ... "

" ... The interface may also be useful for any similar interface problems with other devices in the future, so prefer this approach to replacing the TV. ... "

Cables

cable, tv, cables, cable box, output

+81%

-19%

" ... The mini splitter does exactly what I needed it to do for my sound system, TV and cable. ... "

" ... I know my cables are good, and I know how to setup this stuff up. ... "

" ... Putting this splitter in the line between the cable box and TV has cured it. ... "

" ... Worked perfectly for my cable box and ps4. ... "

" ... However with this splitter running from my cable box to the TV my TV works fine again. ... It seems that either my TV (a Mitsubishi) or my cable company incorrectly got their signals crossed and this splitter fixed it. ... "

" ... I used it to be able to record through Elgato Game capture from my cable decoder. ... "

" ... Others say they received a quality splitter in a metal housing that performs exactly as advertised. ... For what it's worth, the splitter I received was the real deal ... "

" ... I know my cables are good, and I know how to setup this stuff up. ... "

Marketplace

advertised, exactly, works, worked, time

+88%

-12%

" ... Received in time. ... "

" ... Worked as advertised. ... "

" ... The site we found that helped us was at howtogeek (.com) ... "

" ... Amazon return was quick and painless. ... Ordered a replacement and it works. ... "

" ... Works as advertised ... "

" ... Works as advertised. ... "

" ... Works as advertised ... "

" ... It works as advertised. ... "

Delivery

received, arrived, shipped, expected, fast

+83%

-17%

" ... Product arrived promptly and performed as expected. ... "

" ... Received in time. ... Was in Excellent Condition. ... "

" ... Extremely Well Made and shipped and packed fast. ... "

" ... The turnaround was quick, it arrived on time and in excellent condition. ... "

" ... Shipping was actually a day early and the product was as expected. ... "

" ... Received on time. ... "

" ... Extremely Well Made and shipped and packed fast. ... "

" ... The turnaround was quick, it arrived on time and in excellent condition. ... "

Gaming

game, elgato, capture, hdcp, hd60

+100%

" ... I'm yet to test 60fps but PS3 so maybe not necessary. ... "

" ... Got it so I could stream PS3 games with my Elgato HD60. ... "

" ... This plugin allowed me to continue streating netflix and Hulu from my gaming consoles. ... "

" ... I stream on Twitch, so it was a must that this device work for Nintendo Switch, PC, and PS4. ... "

" ... Works great for aiding in ps3 game capture. ... "

" ... Got it so I could stream PS3 games with my Elgato HD60. ... "

" ... I am a PS3 player and I have bought a couple of years ago your product that has worked great with my Avermedia game recorder. ... "

" ... It was a game changer for us! ... "

Display Clarity

tv, display, blank, black screen, samsung

+60%

-40%

" ... This allowed me to use a cheap LCD I bought used in 2013 instead of buying a new monitor or small TV, which saved a ton of money. ... "

" ... to display onto 2 TV.s or 2 monitors etc. ... "

" ... However, my 9 year old Samsung HD TV (that I paid fortune when I bought) would only display blue screen. ... When I rebooted the mini box, it would display "Welcome" screen and then would display no signal error message after showing blue screen for a while. ... "

" ... Cured my blank screen on the Apple 4. ... "

" ... Even though it worked fine on another RCA big screen. ... "

" ... Keep in mind all I was doing was using my TV as I had for years to display the picture from my cable box as I had for years. ... "

" ... Even though it worked fine on another RCA big screen. ... "

Price

price, money, waste, product, good

+84%

-16%

" ... and at this price its absolutely worth giving it a shot. ... "

" ... I see this as a great value for the price. ... "

" ... Well made and good price excellent product! ... "

" ... This saved me a few hundred dollars! ... "

" ... Well made and good price excellent product! ... "

" ... Worth every penny! ... "

" ... The product is worth the investment. ... "

Setup

easy, works, easy to install, work, read

+94%

-6%

" ... Not only did it work perfectly, I was able to simplify my entire setup with it. ... "

" ... Very Easy to use and setup, and just as everyone else I was able to bypass HDCP on the vita and run it through my HDMI switch up to my TV, and it works flawlessly. ... "

" ... Cheap and easy to install. ... "

" ... Have had this installed for 2 days now but will follow up later to give you long term results. ... "

" ... Very fast delivery and concise usage directions. ... "

" ... Fool proof installation and no tweaking required. ... "

" ... This is the only one that worked in my setup. ... "

" ... Easy to install. ... "

Product As Described

advertised, exactly, works, worked, expected

+94%

-6%

" ... Did exactly what I expected. ... "

" ... Works as advertised. ... "

" ... it works just as advertised. ... "

" ... Works as advertised ... "

" ... Worked as advertised. ... "

" ... This product worked exactly as expected. ... "

" ... Worked as advertised. ... "

Ease of Use

easy, works, setup, easy to install, use

+93%

-7%

" ... Great, simple to use, little box. ... "

" ... it's that simple . ... "

" ... Plain and simple. ... "

" ... Cheap and easy to install. ... "

" ... Very Easy to use and setup, and just as everyone else I was able to bypass HDCP on the vita and run it through my HDMI switch up to my TV, and it works flawlessly. ... "

" ... Plain and simple. ... "

" ... Pretty simple fix. ... "

Sound Quality

sound, output, surround, yamaha, spdif

+64%

-36%

" ... So I run this Matrix unit's spdif audio output to a Yamaha HTR 5740 receiver in my projector room. ... My conclusion is that ViewHD loves to deny you the ability to listen to audio because they are so good at it. ... "

" ... It also makes watching TV better because now I can use the 10.2 Surround Sound that's hooked to my PC for cable. ... "

" ... Picture quality is unchanged, sound works well for both (even though I’m using a surround sound system as the primary sound output) and the pictures/sound are perfectly sync’d. ... "

" ... It relayed the picture and sound in the B channel for the Tivo Roamio OTA. ... There there was no sound on either A or B from the Apple TV on either the HDMI or the optical output. ... "

" ... Works perfectly, and the sound output is excellent. ... Make sure to set the sound output switch to the appropriate stereo or 5.1 setting, or else no sound will come out. ... "

" ... This isn't too bad if you use the audio from the box. ... "

" ... No hum, no hiss, absolutely met my expectations. ... Sounds freekin amazing. ... "

" ... the audio passes through like it shojld the video looks great ... "

Picture Quality

tv, quality, splitter, image, sound

+100%

" ... Tough, durable, & great picture quality at a good price. ... "

" ... This matrix is very handy for allowing 2 separate displays to have separate images. ... "

" ... TV image identical in quality to original. ... "

" ... I noticed a slight degrade of the picture after hooking it up. ... I plan to replace one of the cables with an Audio Quest to insure the best picture. ... After adjusting the picture controls on the TV I now have about the same picture as I did before installing the splitter. ... "

" ... Split HDMI, no hassles with picture quality. ... "

" ... Picture quality is unchanged, sound works well for both (even though I’m using a surround sound system as the primary sound output) and the pictures/sound are perfectly sync’d. ... "

" ... Restored picture and eliminated messages. ... "

Returns

returning, refund, product, returned, amazon

+17%

-83%

" ... Item broken and Amazon’s will not return it. ... "

" ... I used it for the first time after the return date passed, so could not request replacement. ... "

" ... you can't return it. ... "

" ... I'm sad I'll need to send this back . ... "

" ... This is the 2nd replacement order for this and they just don't work at all. ... "

" ... I will be returning it. ... "

" ... I ended up returning this product. ... "

Network

splitting, splitter, degradation, signal into two, ps4

+58%

-42%

" ... This splitter allows an unencrypted signal from one of the outputs (maybe? ... "

" ... Recommended for your signal splitting needs. ... "

" ... Always got a 'Signal Not Detected'. ... "

" ... Installed this and it worked just fine for 2 days then it quit passing signal. ... "

" ... The splitter allows us to finally use it again without significant degradation to the signal. ... "

" ... The following item is great for splitting one signal into two different sources. ... "

Build Quality

feels, sturdy, solid, well built, weight

+83%

-17%

" ... The unit is made of metal and looks to be very well built. ... Good build quality, the price is right and it is what I would consider to be better than expected! ... "

" ... works great does exactly what it says it will top notch ... "

" ... Others say they received a quality splitter in a metal housing that performs exactly as advertised. ... "

" ... As to durability: the first thing I did while unpacking it was -- drop it on the floor. ... "

" ... Very sturdy device. ... "

" ... The product is well built and very sturdy. ... "

" ... Nice build quality, too! ... "

" ... I also like the cool looking metal case it comes in, feels like a good quality item. ... "

Overall performance

well, bought, works, one, expected

+100%

" ... Did the job. ... "

" ... Fast shipping and works great ... "

" ... All things considered it does the job. ... "

" ... It is performing as expected as well. ... "

" ... I bought two and I've only used one but I'm assuming the other one will be fine too .Also I'm running 1080 thru it and I see no difference in video or audio quality with or without the splitter . ... "

" ... I bought this for streaming on my PS4 with my elgato hd60 and it gets the job done. ... "

Power Consumption

supply, strip, use, uk

-100%

" ... it won't stay in to fully power on the unit. ... Ironically, I use a power strip to turn on/off . ... "

" ... Rated poor because I can't use it because it didn't come with power supply. ... "

" ... Came without a UK power supply (was supplied with a US power supply) When I finally managed to source a correct UK supply, the thing burnt out first time I used it. ... "

" ... Every once in a while I have to power cycle it for it to strip the DRM, but not often. ... "

" ... It wouldn't power up. ... "

" ... It doesn't get 5 stars because it would be better to have a USB power input instead of a proprietary power supply that produces the same voltage. ... "

Video Playback

audio, videos, using, streaming, old

+67%

-33%

" ... I am doing this using 30 year old DVD-Rs of old family videos. ... "

" ... the audio passes through like it shojld the video looks great ... "

" ... This was a lot cheaper than upgrading my computer and monitor just to watch a few movies. ... "

CD/DVD

recorder, worked, player, output, device

+100%

" ... This device is designed to make an output from a cable box, DVD player etc. ... "

" ... Plus you can output to a secondary device, like a DVD recorder. ... "

" ... I use it with my dvd recorder. ... "

" ... I got this to get around the new software security for Blu-ray. ... "

Lagging

switching, outputs, delay

+40%

-60%

" ... One thing I don't like about it is very slow switching from one source to the next. ... "

" ... So we had to disconnect it. ... "

Remote

ir, harmony, matrix, ir receiver, works great

+80%

-20%

" ... I also use the Logitech Harmony Smart Remote. ... I am able to use the IR receiver effectively, program the Harmony remote to change settings, and it appears to work on both outputs and all inputs well. ... Cons: While the device has a power button, the IR still allows on/off commands to be sent from the remote, etc. ... "

Controls

failed, ch, buttons, audio

-100%

" ... Last month the power button failed . ... "

" ... I tried all of the audio buttons (ARC, SPDIF, 2 ch, 5.1 ch) and no sound. ... "

" ... The Nintendo Switch would display briefly, then cut out. ... "

Capacity

living room, computer, another

+100%

" ... Home or business good product ... "

" ... looking to buy another for another TV room. ... "

" ... My living room, computer room and bedroom. ... "

Heating

gets, leave

-100%

" ... It gets pretty hot, and will burn out if you leave it on too long. ... "

Size

+100%

" ... It's made at a good size too. ... "

" ... Very handy device. ... "

Codecs

audio, want, tv, hdmi

+33%

-67%

" ... Video splits for the tvs, but it loses audio. ... "

" ... No audio or video. ... "

Screen Protection

black screen, death, blank

+33%

-67%

" ... Still just a black screen. ... "

Storage

money

-100%

" ... Waste of space and money. ... "

" ... I wound up not using it and it now resides in the clutter drawer. ... "

Design

solid, unit, feels, weight, metal

+67%

-33%

" ... The unit feels solid. ... "

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