Cohousing-L Mailing List: Re: CH TV + Simple Wins

[Fred H Olson (fholson]

A few thought related to the recent discussion.

There should be a way to connect a video system in such a way that
connections do not have to be moved.  Worst case is have a labeled
switch or even labeled connections accessible from front.  These
simplfy the process of switching modes and makes instructions simpler.

Are there stand alone video switches with remote control capability
built in?  We have a TV that effectively has this (built-in) with an
"input" button on the remote that steps thru 3 alternatives (DTV
tuner, acux 1, aux 2)

A universal remote with the ability to program several complete setups
sounds like a good alternative - I'll call it "Fixed Setups".  MPR
recently had a segment about using a tablet computer (I think) with
suitable software to simplify the user interface from having several
remotes with obscurely labeled buttons. I think Fixed Setups sounds
like it might be most appropriate for a common house.

Fixed Setups could be combined with and "enclosure" around connections
(rather than soldered connecotrs).  Maybe corregated plastic that make
connections less accessible.  Mabe even just an opaque plastic bag
around connections.  Either would be clearly marked DO NOT CHANGE
CONNECTIONS WITHOUT PERMISSION FORM ...

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Fred H. Olson  Minneapolis,MN 55411  USA        (near north Mpls)
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