Specials Outlet

Multi-room Video Systems

Amanda Moore — Feb 08, 2008
Article contents
Page  1.   Intro to multi-room video
Page  2.   Wireless multi-room video options
Page  3.   High-def video via CAT-5 or A/V cables
Page  4.   Comparison chart

A quick comparison of popular multi-room video setups


  Plays video through traditional A/V components Plays video stored on your PC HD-capable Wireless capability Wired setup Integrates with other structured wiring systems Good for new or finished homes
Leapfrog Check Check Both
Escient Check Check CAT-5 Both (with existing CAT-5 network)
Xbox 360 or PS3 Check Check Check CAT-5 Both
Sony LocationFree TV Check Check CAT-5 Both
Niles CAT-5 baluns Check Some models CAT-5, audio/video cables Both (with existing CAT-5 network)
OWLink video distribution systems Check Check Fiber optic cables New
A/V distribution amplifiers Check Some models Audio/video cables New
On-q structured wiring systems Audio/video cables Check New
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