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Since some of this equipment is discussed off and on I figured I'd post some positive first hand experience about the following equipment. I needed to deploy the NVR HDMI video feed directly to several TV's (4 Total - 2 via HDMI, 1 via ethernet, 1 via coax. In this case running third party apps (tinycam pro) was not a desired solution as this was to be a quick simple video input switch over on the tv's with no additional user interaction required. So below are positive first hand endorsements of the equipment used.
HDMI Splitter - Most people go wrong here because they get a passive non powered cheap splitter. In order to pass HDMI single to mult outputs you need to get a Powered Splitter. I went with the OREI HD-104 off Amazon (Free same day with Prime in my area). I've used different HDMI splitters and Matrix Switches before and this thing is built solid and very nice.
Amazon.com: OREI HD-104 1x4 4 Ports HDMI Powered Splitter for Full HD 1080P & 3D Support (One Input To Four Outputs): Home Audio & Theater
HDMI Over 75 Ohm Coax - First time I've used an HDMI over 75 Ohm adapter. However, one of the locations on the lower level had an extra Coax cable so I gave it a shot. It does NOT come with any Male BNC to Female F81 so make sure you pick up BNC to F adapters as well if you don't have any laying around. This adapter is constructed just like your typical HDMI over Ethernet adapter. I'm guessing the Coax run is around 125' - 150' and worked no problem.
Amazon.com: Portta DMI Extender by Single Coaxial (100M)/328ft Compliant with HDMI 1.3 Support 48 KHz LPCM Digital audio for Blu-Ray / Player / Play Station 3: Electronics
HDMI Over Ethernet - Ran this over around 75' - 100' of cat5e with zero problems. A lot of these adapters get mixed reviews, but again a lot of time it is because people are using sub par cable. In this case I was working with preinstalled cat5e and pulling new cat6 was not an option. A lot of these adapters state you must use cat 6 to get X distance but I've never had problems when deploying these over quality cat 5 cable.
J-Tech Digital HDMI Extender By Single Cat 5E/6/7 3D 1080P (NOB) | eBay
HDMI Cable - While these are a dime a dozen anymore some are better then others. While all my HDMI cables used to come from Monoprice I have found myself utilizing Amazon more and more because of Free Prime Shipping and quicker delivery. I've been using these Twisted Veins cables now for a few months. The reinforced braided outter jacket is nice especially when pulling though attics, across roof trusses, and down though walls, it gives a nice added layer of protection & at $15 bucks for 50' with an L adapter included Monoprice can't touch it which is sad because Monoprice is a great company, but they just can't compete with Amazon like they used to.
Amazon.com: Twisted Veins 50’ High Speed HDMI Cable + Right Angle Adapter and Three Micro Velcro Cable Ties (Latest Version Supports Ethernet and Audio Return): Computers & Accessories
Products and TV image utilizing coax cable attached.
HDMI Splitter - Most people go wrong here because they get a passive non powered cheap splitter. In order to pass HDMI single to mult outputs you need to get a Powered Splitter. I went with the OREI HD-104 off Amazon (Free same day with Prime in my area). I've used different HDMI splitters and Matrix Switches before and this thing is built solid and very nice.
Amazon.com: OREI HD-104 1x4 4 Ports HDMI Powered Splitter for Full HD 1080P & 3D Support (One Input To Four Outputs): Home Audio & Theater
HDMI Over 75 Ohm Coax - First time I've used an HDMI over 75 Ohm adapter. However, one of the locations on the lower level had an extra Coax cable so I gave it a shot. It does NOT come with any Male BNC to Female F81 so make sure you pick up BNC to F adapters as well if you don't have any laying around. This adapter is constructed just like your typical HDMI over Ethernet adapter. I'm guessing the Coax run is around 125' - 150' and worked no problem.
Amazon.com: Portta DMI Extender by Single Coaxial (100M)/328ft Compliant with HDMI 1.3 Support 48 KHz LPCM Digital audio for Blu-Ray / Player / Play Station 3: Electronics
HDMI Over Ethernet - Ran this over around 75' - 100' of cat5e with zero problems. A lot of these adapters get mixed reviews, but again a lot of time it is because people are using sub par cable. In this case I was working with preinstalled cat5e and pulling new cat6 was not an option. A lot of these adapters state you must use cat 6 to get X distance but I've never had problems when deploying these over quality cat 5 cable.
J-Tech Digital HDMI Extender By Single Cat 5E/6/7 3D 1080P (NOB) | eBay
HDMI Cable - While these are a dime a dozen anymore some are better then others. While all my HDMI cables used to come from Monoprice I have found myself utilizing Amazon more and more because of Free Prime Shipping and quicker delivery. I've been using these Twisted Veins cables now for a few months. The reinforced braided outter jacket is nice especially when pulling though attics, across roof trusses, and down though walls, it gives a nice added layer of protection & at $15 bucks for 50' with an L adapter included Monoprice can't touch it which is sad because Monoprice is a great company, but they just can't compete with Amazon like they used to.
Amazon.com: Twisted Veins 50’ High Speed HDMI Cable + Right Angle Adapter and Three Micro Velcro Cable Ties (Latest Version Supports Ethernet and Audio Return): Computers & Accessories
Products and TV image utilizing coax cable attached.
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