Description
Managing multiple high-definition media sources no longer requires a tangled mess of cables behind your entertainment center or desk. The iLeco SW-21HI-B HDMI 2.0 Bi-Directional Switcher offers a seamless, hardware-based solution for routing 4K video signals without signal degradation. Featuring a compact 50 x 50 x 14mm footprint and weighing just 29 grams, this passive switcher fits discreetly into any workstation or home theater setup, providing instant display toggling at the press of a physical button.
- Console Gamers: Connect both a PlayStation 5 and an Xbox Series X to a single HDMI port on a gaming monitor.
- Remote Professionals: Share a single external monitor between a personal desktop and a work laptop.
- Home Theater Enthusiasts: Route a single media player or streaming box to either a living room TV or a projector.
- IT Technicians: Use as a pocket-sized tool for testing multiple video feeds or displays during diagnostics.
- Minimalist Desk Designers: Reduce cable clutter and maintain an organized workspace without bulky power adapters.
- Model: SW-21HI-B
- Interface: 3 x HDMI Female Ports (HDMI 2.0)
- Resolution Support: Up to 4K Ultra HD
- Signal Direction: Bi-directional (2-in-1-out or 1-in-2-out selective display)
- Material: Reinforced plastic housing and electronic control board
- Rated Voltage: 5V Maximum (Passive operation)
- Dimensions: 50 mm x 50 mm x 14 mm
- Weight: 29 grams (Net weight), 52 grams (Package weight)
Operating the iLeco SW-21HI-B is entirely plug-and-play, requiring no external drivers or software installation. The reinforced plastic chassis feels sturdy yet lightweight, and the manual toggle button on top provides a tactile, satisfying click to confirm input switching. Because it operates passively, drawing minimal power directly from the connected HDMI source devices up to a maximum of 5V, it eliminates the need for an extra wall outlet. The three female HDMI ports are spaced appropriately to accommodate standard HDMI connectors securely, ensuring stable signal transmission without loose connections.
Unlike traditional active HDMI splitters that duplicate a single signal to show identical content on two screens simultaneously, the iLeco SW-21HI-B acts as a selective bi-directional switch. This means it can either route two distinct input sources to one display, or route one input source to two separate displays, showing the image on only one selected screen at a time. This passive design prevents the common handshake issues and HDCP errors associated with cheap active splitters, while maintaining full 4K signal integrity without introducing input lag, making it superior for gaming and real-time media consumption.
- Q: Does this switcher support displaying content on two screens simultaneously? A: No, this is a selective switcher. In 1-in-2-out mode, it routes the signal to only one active display at a time.
- Q: Does the SW-21HI-B require an external power supply? A: No, it operates passively using up to 5V of power drawn directly from the connected HDMI source devices.
- Q: What video resolutions are compatible with this device? A: It supports high-definition video resolutions up to 4K Ultra HD via HDMI 2.0.
- Q: Can I connect two game consoles to one TV port using this switcher? A: Yes, you can connect two consoles to the inputs and toggle between them on a single TV screen.
- Q: What are the physical dimensions and weight of the switcher? A: The switcher measures 50 x 50 x 14mm and weighs approximately 29 grams, making it highly portable.
