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  1. Wondering if any video input selectors are out there that will not degrade signal and can be used for capture.

    I'm considering rack mounting everything I have, and I'd like to be able to select which input is going to go through my TBC without having to disconnect wires every time.

    Looking at something like a JVC JX-S900. This thing looks pretty robust, just wondering what everyone's thoughts are. Thanks!
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    I have used a Kramer 4×4 matrix switcher with no apparent degradation. Shouldn't be a problem in a well-designed device with proper impedance matching and bandwidth. Analog video is very old, mature tech by now.
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  3. Looks like the newer JVC models, like the JX-S777 even state:

    "This professional quality switcher uses the highest quality circuitry for no signal loss at any point."

    http://support.jvc.com/consumer/product.jsp?modelId=MODL003005
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    If you can find one, the Sony SB-V1000 switcher is an amazing beast.

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    It's a prosumer full maxtrix switcher that can pass any input to any output. I remember the first time I saw one was in a store and they were using it for their multiple VCR display. When I asked them how I could get one, they thought I was crazy since one had that many VCRs at home (I had 20+ Betamax(s) and 2 VHS a one time). I got one because I knew someone a the local Sony distributorship. IIRC, there were rack mount adapters for it .

    One of the audio channels when out on mine years ago and a couple years ago I gave up all my VCRs, but I still keep it as a loving reminder of all the good times I had with it.

    The only downside is that it only has composite and S-video. Component wasn't around then.
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    Back to earth. To the best of my knowledge, look for an active powered switcher (like the JVC you listed) with a built-in distribution amp rather than a non-powered passive one. There's always some signal loss even when switching from one input/output to another. The distribution amp makes up for the lose.
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  6. Or you can use some VGA (relay type preferred) switcher - perhaps you may get them for free or second hand for few bucks (nowadays they are not used as they are replaced by KVM's)
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  7. Thanks!

    This would be for lossless video capture, so would need to have composite and svideo. Sounding like the JVC models will be sufficient.
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