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Ethereal CS-HDM4X1ASW4

4K-compatible HDMI switcher (4 in/1 out) with ARC

MFR # CS-HDM4X1ASW4

Ethereal CS-HDM4X1ASW4

Ethereal CS-HDM4X1ASW4

4K-compatible HDMI switcher (4 in/1 out) with ARC

MFR # CS-HDM4X1ASW4

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Ethereal CS-HDM4X1ASW4

Brian from Joliet, IL on 1/4/2023

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Audio wasn't very good when using 3.5mm-rca

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Cons: Audio wasn't very good when using 3.5mm-rca

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Jeffrey from Frisco, TX on 12/13/2022

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looks like a top quality product. However, it is my fault I ordered the wrong box and cant use it. Can I return it?

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Gary from Phoenix, AZ on 9/30/2022

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I had moderate expectations, but this has been excellent. Helping me use an excellent, but older piece of equipment. If it lasts will be much better than the less expensive options out there.

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thomas from Lodi, CA on 9/23/2022

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Works great

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Quality-built and works very well

Doug from Carmel, IN on 2/26/2022

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I purchased the Metra unit after purchasing (from another source) a unit that purported to do the same thing, but at about 1/3 the cost. The phrase "you get what you pay for" comes to mind. The Metra does exactly what it is supposed to do and, right out of the box, you can tell it's a quality-built HDMI Switch. My TV only has one HDMI input and I am running an Apple TV box and, occasionally, a Blu-Ray player. So my set up is a Klipsch 600 plugged into the HDMI-ARC output from my TV, my Blu-Ray player plugged into input 2 on the Metra and my Apple TV plugged into input 3 on the Metra. (Input 1 is located on the front of the Metra; 2, 3 and 4 are on the back). All works well, including the 5.1 surround sound and 4K that is passed through the Apple TV-Metra-TV-Klipsch arrangement. It was comforting know that, if I needed to, I could call Crutchfield support for assistance.

Pros: Very well b uilt (quality construction)

Cons: Having an input on the front might be a turn-off for someone who required using all 4 inputs. (However, this could be a "plus" for temporary connections.)

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Needs RF remote and auto-switching

LS from Madison, CT on 2/7/2022

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Works as advertised. Picture quality is excellent on a 4K TV. Wish it had an RF remote instead of IR and auto-switching.

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Michael from Seattle, WA on 2/6/2022

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Worked right out of the box.

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Crutchfield customer from Desoto, TX on 7/31/2021

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Great to expand hdmi options and send audio output back from TV HDMI ARC input back to audio output of CS-HDM4X1ASW4. Had to play with/figure out how to setup TV/HDMI ARC and device to get output return, but it works good.

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Ryan from New York, NY on 3/5/2021

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Feels like solid construction. Works great with my Logitech Harmony.

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Crutchfield customer from Bend , OR on 2/13/2021

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Works perfectly with a tv which has only one HDM input for 4K. This switches from different sources seamlessly!

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Excellent device to control multiple HDMI inputs

Crutchfield customer from Reno, NV on 11/11/2020

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Solved my problem with competing HDMI signals going into my Yamaha RX-V685 receiver. Easily controlled by my Harmony 950.

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Crutchfield customer from St Louis, MO on 10/1/2020

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Does not pass Dolby Atmos through using the HDFury Arcana + Sonos Arc Atmos soundbar. Everything else seems fine but doesn't fit my needs. Used a much cheaper Roofull Switch that works just great.

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Crutchfield response on 10/6/2020
We're sorry you're disappointed with your HDMI switcher. Whenever you are not completely satisfied with anything you purchase from Crutchfield, please contact our Customer Support team at 1-800-955-9091. Purchases from Crutchfield can be returned or exchanged within 60 days of the purchase.

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Crutchfield customer from Pflugerville, TX on 9/26/2020

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Works great with 4K sources

Pros: Works as advertized

Cons: None

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Crutchfield customer from Charlottesville, VA on 5/9/2020

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My TV didn't have enough HDMI input ports so this did the trick...great quality!

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Crutchfield customer from Beverly, NJ on 2/23/2020

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All i could say excellent

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Crutchfield customer from Huntington, NY on 1/12/2020

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Works better then I thought It would

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Crutchfield customer from Tunkhannock, PA on 11/11/2019

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Great improvement over the optical or any output, coming out of your tv. Solid built.

Pros: Sound, no flaws.,

Cons: Wish the blue status lights could be turned down.

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Switcher Remote Huge Disappointment

Crutchfield customer from Lees Summit , MO on 7/8/2019

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Purchased the switcher even though there was previous customer comment about remote being useless. Switcher remote never worked; even after trying 3 different batteries. Switcher feeling is 'flimsy' but if it worked, I could easily manage using it. Since my switcher is in the basement, manual switching is not an option I will live with. POSITIVE NOTE: Crutchfield technical support provided 'test' to confirm remote was not sending out a signal. Crutchfield very willing to rectify the situation and replace the unit. I have not received the second unit.

Pros: Switcher has small footprint and works as intended (when manually operated)

Cons: Switcher remote never worked.

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