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What is a "Receiver" with video switching incorporated called?

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I'm still learning. I had always thought of a "Receiver" as an integrated amp with inbuilt AM/FM tuner but I see the term is now applied to HT products incorporating preamp, processor circuitry & amplifier.
What is the term used for a receiver that includes video switching & what are recommended units?
Note that this question is posed as part of my educative process - I'm not actually looking for anything but like to "keep up with the times".
Thanks
John

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Re: What is a "Receiver" with video switching incorporated called? Rob A. 22:28:59 11/27/00 (0)
It is an AV receiver that has multiple video outputs that necessitate an internal switching device to let the user choose which video source to use at a given time. It is usually associated with componant video from both a digital satellite receiver and a digital DVD signal source. There is even a digital VHS that just hit the market. Why I don't know? You have to step up into the $800 price range at least to get this feature. Onkyo and Yamaha both make one in this price range. Dennon is at about $1000 and Marantz is much more.
Re: What is a "Receiver" with video switching incorporated called? kotches 15:55:48 11/27/00 (0)
A receiver, or A/V Receiver.
Strange, but true.

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