Monoprice Blackbird 3x1 HDMI 1.4 Switch, Mini, HDCP 1.4, 1080p@60Hz
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Question about Automatic Switching:
If I have one input permanently connected to a device that is always on (AppleTV), can the switch automatically choose a different input when another device is connected and turned on? Or, will the AppleTV cause the switch to ignore other inputs and never switch automatically, requiring me to manually push the button to switch inputs?
I want to use this with a projector that has only a single HDMI input. The AppleTV and the switch would be mounted near the projector, facilitating AirPlay thru the AppleTV. But if I temporarily connect another HDMI source (like a laptop) directly using a cable, I would like the switch to automatically switch away from the AppleTV to the new device, without me having to reach up to the ceiling and push the button. Will this work?
If I have one input permanently connected to a device that is always on (AppleTV), can the switch automatically choose a different input when another device is connected and turned on? Or, will the AppleTV cause the switch to ignore other inputs and never switch automatically, requiring me to manually push the button to switch inputs?
I want to use this with a projector that has only a single HDMI input. The AppleTV and the switch would be mounted near the projector, facilitating AirPlay thru the AppleTV. But if I temporarily connect another HDMI source (like a laptop) directly using a cable, I would like the switch to automatically switch away from the AppleTV to the new device, without me having to reach up to the ceiling and push the button. Will this work?
Kevin P
on May 23, 2018
BEST ANSWER: If one input is actively displaying something, then it will not switch when a second device is turned on. If there is nothing being actively displayed, the switch will automatically switch the input to the first device that attempts to display something.
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- Prosb P on May 23, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: If one input is actively displaying something, then it will not switch when a second device is turned on. If there is nothing being actively displayed, the switch will automatically switch the input to the first device that attempts to display something.
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- Prosb P on May 23, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 25, 2017
You will have to switch manually. If the power was on simultaneously for all inputs it would not know what you wanted to watch.
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- Robert B on May 23, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 21, 2017
Wanted this feature but I have not found this to work. I use it with Harmony programmable remote.
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- Thomas O on May 23, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 4, 2017
It will not work for automatic switching. You need to push the button to switch the input.
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- Anthony G on May 23, 2018
- Purchased on May 25, 2017
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Does this work with an Amazon Fire TV (since the Fire TV doesn't turn off, it just "sleeps")?
Shannon J
on Dec 29, 2016
BEST ANSWER: It should. I have a Roku that is always on and I have not had any issues with it.
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- Jeffrey S on Dec 29, 2016
- Purchased on May 25, 2016
BEST ANSWER: It should. I have a Roku that is always on and I have not had any issues with it.
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- Jeffrey S on Dec 29, 2016
- Purchased on May 25, 2016
It should, I have three devices connected. Tv, apple box and a laptop.
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- HDRon on Dec 29, 2016
- Purchased on May 20, 2016
Yes! Have both and it works.
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- Christopher P on Dec 29, 2016
- Purchased on May 18, 2016
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It seems to be on, it switchs between sources, but I get no signal through the device at all. Any thoughts?
tindog13
on May 11, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, please feel free to contact our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing via any of the methods available here:
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: I'm sorry to hear that, please feel free to contact our tech support team with a detailed summary of the issue you are experiencing via any of the methods available here:
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 2, 2017
Get a better switch. I changed to the Cable Matters 4k 3-port; much higher quality connectors, works reliably.
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- Stephen F on Jul 5, 2021
- Purchased on Apr 12, 2021
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Can a Surface Pro 4 docking station use this device to share an extra monitor?
A shopper
on Feb 20, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. This unit would be unable to split an HDMI signal. It would be an HDMI switch which would allow you connect multiple HDMI sources to one HDMI input on a display. You can use an HDMI splitter; however, it would only mirror the picture to the other monitor.
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. This unit would be unable to split an HDMI signal. It would be an HDMI switch which would allow you connect multiple HDMI sources to one HDMI input on a display. You can use an HDMI splitter; however, it would only mirror the picture to the other monitor.
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- Mark P Staff on Jun 14, 2017
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Does this support a 3D signal?
Hugh R
on Apr 5, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. Unfortunately this unit would not support a 3D signal. I would recommend product # 8202.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
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Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
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Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Mark P Staff on May 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. Unfortunately this unit would not support a 3D signal. I would recommend product # 8202.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
https://www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact
Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
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- Mark P Staff on May 19, 2017
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Is there a way to disable the autoswitching function? I don't need it automatically switching to the next powered device when one is turned off.
New User U
on Jan 24, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately there is not a way to disable the auto switching on this item.
Unfortunately there is not a way to disable the auto switching on this item.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately there is not a way to disable the auto switching on this item.
Unfortunately there is not a way to disable the auto switching on this item.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 27, 2019
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Will this output to a 720p tv or is output res fixed at 1080p?
A shopper
on Nov 8, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It outputs in either 720p or 1080p. Just make sure the input devices are sending a 720p signal.
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- Jacob T on Nov 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It outputs in either 720p or 1080p. Just make sure the input devices are sending a 720p signal.
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- Jacob T on Nov 9, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 5, 2019
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Will this to work with Dish Network? It will not pass the signal from my Dish Network receiver through to the TV. It does pass through the Blu-Ray player though, tried different cables.
Ron R
on Feb 20, 2017
I want to bypass hdcp for my ps4 and record with my capture card, will this work?
A shopper
on May 8, 2020
Will this device support a PC display resolution of 1920 x 1080?
Richard W
on Jun 3, 2020
Does this device support ARC audio through each channel? I.e., if used to connect a single ARC-enabled A/V receiver (with speakers) to two ARC-enabled TVs, will the switcher allow video AND audio to pass through?
A shopper
on Dec 3, 2020
Does this device come with any kind of warranty? I don't see that info here, whereas the HDMI cable I will have to buy for this coxed with a 'Lifetime Warranty.' Thanks!
New User U
on Dec 31, 2020
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