Skybox F3 Component Video Output

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  • Rinty69
    • Jun 2026
    #1

    Skybox F3 Component Video Output

    I'm looking at either an F3 or an F5, and I'm leaning towards the F3 because my TV only has no spare HDMI input, but it does have a component in.

    I've seen mixed comments about the component O/P on the F3, so is anyone using it? Am I better going for an HDMI to component converter in which case is the F5 a better buy?

    TIA
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    • digicon
      V.I.P. Member
      • Jul 2009
      • 8261
      #2
      Have you not thought about an HDMI splitter preferably a powered one these are available in 2/3/4 outlets

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        • Rinty69
          #3
          If it's an easier/better option then yes, but I hadn't thought about it TBH.

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            • ajax2061
              DK Veteran
              • Nov 2012
              • 395
              #4
              I use a 3 way switch cost about 4-5 quid from ebay, got pc appletv and skybox plugged in. When I want to switch I just press button on switch an hey presto I am on the other device, heck with the pc it auto swaps from monitor to pc where as before I had to tell the pc to use the telly, makes games on the big screen easier

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                • Rinty69
                  #5
                  Yeah, I've decided to go for a switch - it's by far the best option.

                  This one looks okay.

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                    • Hadron
                      V.I.P. Member
                      • Nov 2012
                      • 2102
                      #6
                      Originally posted by Rinty69
                      Yeah, I've decided to go for a switch - it's by far the best option.

                      This one looks okay.
                      There are cheaper ones on Ebay. Haven't tried them myself yet, but I might try these 2. 1 is manual & the other remote controlled:-

                      New HDMI 3 Input Switch Hub Switcher Splitter Box Port for HDTV 1080p UK Stock | eBay

                      Auto IR Remote HDMI 3 Input Switch Hub Switcher Box Port for HDTV 1080p | eBay

                      Bear in mind that these unpowered HDMI switch boxes don't always work correctly, particularly with Sly+ boxes. As digicon says, it may be worth getting a powered one, depending on what equipment you need to switch.

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