What equipment do I need to connect all my devices?

[NewNew]

Hi!

I'm very green when it comes to all things electronic and I am not sure what equipment I need to connect all of my devices.

My DISH receiver is ViP722k. Is there a device I can use to connect my TV, receiver, DVD player, and Wii so that I do not have to continually disconnect and reconnect cables?



I'm sure there is an easy answer but I haven't been able to find it yet. Any help would be appreciated.

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[sethwell]

well depending on how you want to hook everything up you may need a couple of switches. how is everything connected to your tv right now? just using the red/yellow/white connectors, component(blue-red-green/red adn white) or with HDMI cables? depending on what type of output you are using to get the signals from your devices to your tv would determine what type of switch you would need. try looking at
monoprice.com

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parts-express.com

[NewNew]

Right now, everything is connected using the red/yellow/white connectors (and that's only because that's the only method I know).

I just spoke w/ someone at DISH and the rep could not offer any information regarding switches. He said that I can ONLY connect the DVD or Wii to the receiver at any given time and I'll have to continue disconnecting and reconnecting connectors.

I will check out monoprice.com and parts-express.com.

[sethwell]

Right now, everything is connected using the red/yellow/white connectors (and that's only because that's the only method I know).

I just spoke w/ someone at DISH and the rep could not offer any information regarding switches. He said that I can ONLY connect the DVD or Wii to the receiver at any given time and I'll have to continue disconnecting and reconnecting connectors.

I will check out monoprice.com and parts-express.com.

Well if you are only using composite cables(red/white/yellow) you might just run to walmart or something like a big box store. They will have a couple to choose from. Just make sure they have the same connector inputs that are those colors. Connect your devices to those and then you would run a set to your tv. Might grab an extra set of RCA cables(composite) while you are there unless you have an extra set you're not using.

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I would upgrade to HDMI for the better PQ and get an HDMI switch from monoprice.com

[TonyT@DISH Network]

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Psyclone makes a good source switch, and it even works off of a remote. Honestly you have a lot of gear there, but we don't know what kind of TV you have. If you are looking into getting Surround Sound, a nice A/V receiver would act as the switch, and perform two tasks. If you have a TV model, that would be the best help honestly.