ViewHD 4 Port 3D HDMI 4x1 Powered Switcher with SPDIF Optical and 3.5mm Jack Stereo for 5.1CH or 2CH Audio Output

I have purchase this item recently. First of all it didn't work in the first step and after playing with that It suddenly started working( I don't know what happens). So I consider this item as unreliable item. Second you need to keep remote control few inches far from the box to work. I preferred to use the switch bottom since I technically can touch it instead of coming all the way towards the box . Third the audio output gives you a sound which is vague and not clear and sharp.

This little device holds everything it says, but the problem is that the remote works when it wants to, you have to keep pressing reset all the time in order for it to sound right, changing the audio fromo hdmi to the optical output.Resuming1. Well constructed, nice materials2. Remote doesn't work3. Keep reseting all the time.Better than nothing, no competitionUPDATE. It's been quite a while I've been using this device, I downgraded my review to 1 star since now it works when it wants to, it needs to be rebooted several times. I can't return it because i live outside the states but it has let me down totally.

A part of the issue is likely the devices I am using are still sending a signal to the box (roku) as these devices do not have a off button so a signal is always present and thus the switch always thinks it should select that link. So be aware if you plan to hook up devices that will not completely shut off then this may be a issue for you as well.

I am having exactly the same problems covered in the (not by the seller) reviews. I fixed the useless remote problem by adding the commands to my Logitec smart remote. Unfortunately for me, the need to be constantly reset remains. Perhaps it is caused by the Roku, I don't know, but I need to reset it to get it to pass the video to the projector...

The device "essentially" works fine as far as switching HDMI inputs and converting the audio to optical out. The problem is that you constantly need to reset the box so that the input will work with the DVD player... looking for a new alternative...

This little box does exactly what I need -- connect HDMI inputs from various devices and split the output between HDMI video to my TV and optical audio to my home theater system. I've had it for a year with no problems except that the cheesy little remote is a bit finicky. I use it to connect HDMI from from a Verizon fios HD set top box, a WDTV Live, and PS3 game system. 1080p video and 5.1 sound are flawless with all inputs. I'm sorry some folks had less luck, but I'm planning to buy a second one.

This is great. The only problem I had was that I didn't really need it. When a tech came out, he was able to configure all my equipment without the need for a switch. Nonetheless, the switch was fine

This product works as advertised and more. It worked it is supposed to in no time. I would buy it again in a heartbeat.