JCHICI US1-SW501-4K-BS HDMI Switch, 5 Inputs, 4K at 60Hz, Remote

When several HDMI sources share one display, a dedicated switch keeps them connected and makes choosing what to watch or play straightforward. The JCHICI switch connects up to five sources to one screen. Auto-switching and a remote give you two ways to change inputs.

What matters most

The five-input, one-output layout is useful when a TV, monitor, or projector serves multiple devices, such as a game console, PC, and Blu-ray player. Instead of changing cable connections as you move between sources, select the connected device through the switch. Buyers highlight the auto-switch function, while feedback on reliability is mixed, the automatic feature is one part of a setup that also offers manual switching.

For compatible content and displays, the switch supports 4K at 60Hz, 2K at 120Hz, and 1080p at 240Hz, with backward compatibility for 720p and other mainstream formats. HDR support carries richer color gradation and contrast through the connection. HDMI 2.0 and 18Gbps bandwidth are specified, along with HDCP 2.2 content protection. Audio support includes DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD, and LPCM 5.1 and 7.1, making it suitable for setups that route both picture and sound through HDMI.

Who it’s for

This switch suits a shared display setup where several HDMI devices need a single screen connection. It can bring consoles such as PS5, PS4, Xbox, or Switch together with a PC or Blu-ray player, then send the selected source to a compatible TV, monitor, or projector. The five-input layout is especially relevant when you want the sources connected at once rather than swapping HDMI cables between uses.

If your setup calls for fewer connected sources, a simpler switching arrangement may be enough. This model is designed for a multi-device setup, with both automatic detection and manual selection available. Buyers appreciate the auto-switching behavior, and the manual option provides a direct way to choose a source when you prefer to control the change yourself.

How to use it

Connect up to five HDMI source devices to the switch’s inputs and connect its output to the display. Use the included infrared remote, rated for an 8-meter range, to select a source from your seating area. The switch can also detect an active signal and change inputs automatically. Manual mode is available when you want to avoid an automatic change and choose the source yourself.

For example, a living room display can stay connected to a console, streaming or media device, and PC, letting you switch between gaming and other screen uses without moving the display cable. For the listed video and audio formats to pass through as intended, the source, display, and connected HDMI path should support the formats you plan to use.

When it makes sense

Choose the JCHICI when one HDMI display needs to serve several connected devices and convenient source selection matters. Its combination of five inputs, remote control, automatic or manual switching, HDR, and support for 4K at 60Hz addresses both everyday device changes and higher-resolution viewing setups. It also supports the listed surround and multichannel audio formats through HDMI. For a home entertainment or gaming area with several sources sharing a TV, monitor, or projector, it keeps the connections organized around one display and gives you a practical way to choose what appears on screen.