OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review :: Bundle

Author: Ben Sun · 06-06-2008 · Category: Hardware - Misc
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  • OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch
  • Remote Control
  • AC Adapter
  • User Manual

The OPPO HM-31 comes with everything needed to run a multiple device HDMI system except the HDMI cables which are available online from OPPO for an additional $9.99 or come with your HDMI device that’s being connected to the HM-31. OPPO includes a carrying case made out of faux leather which is a nice touch but as a user who intends to use the HM-31 unnecessary.


OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Hardware bundle

Hardware bundle

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review HM-31 in box

HM-31 in box

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Bundle

Bundle

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Remote

Remote


The HM-31 itself is sized similarly to an old-style VHS tape. The review unit came in an all-black metal case which looks great sitting next to my black HDTV. You can mount it on a wall or on top of your TV or other HDMI device. The front of the unit has three LEDs to show which device is active 1, 2 or 3, the IR Remote Sensor, a Power light and the Select switch which allows you to choose which device to use.


OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review AC Adapter

AC Adapter

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Front

Front

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Closeup of HDMI

Closeup of HDMI

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review RS-232C, DC, IR

RS-232C, DC, IR


The rear of the device contains the DC-In jack to where the AC Adapter is plugged into, a RS-232C connection, the External IR Remote Sensor Input connection, the HDMI Output port and three HDMI Input ports. The Manual discusses usage and mounting scenarios and gives a description of the various components of the HM-31 switch.


OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Channel Selector

Channel Selector

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Power light

Power light

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review IR

IR

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review DC In

DC In

OPPO HM-31 Advanced 3x1 HDMI Switch Review Rear

Rear


HM-31 includes a Infra Red (IR) remote control unit to control it. There are a total of four buttons on the IR Remote, including the next channel and specific buttons for each channel on the Switch. The remote uses a Lithium battery (one is included with the package), so when it runs out just order another from OPPO. The switch button on the HM-31 device also works well as pushing the button changes the channel.

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