SANDSTROM Adapters & splitters

Discover our range of SANDSTROM Adapters & splitters

Sandstrom adapters and splitters solve the small connection puzzles that appear when you mix new and old kit. Whether you want more HDMI inputs for a busy TV, to send one source to two screens, or to bridge an older console to a modern HDMI-only set, the range covers the common scenarios with tidy, reliable hardware.

An HDMI switch is a straightforward way to connect several sources, such as a console, set-top box and streaming stick, to a single TV input. A splitter does the opposite, sending one source to two displays, which is useful for a TV in the lounge and a mirrored feed to a projector in a snug. For older devices, active converters translate analogue signals to digital HDMI, while simple adapters handle like-for-like connector changes such as full-size HDMI to mini or micro. USB-C to HDMI adapters are handy for laptops and tablets that support video output, giving you a quick, single-cable route to the big screen.

Quality matters with adapters. Powered units maintain a stable signal over longer cables and when you step up resolutions, while passive dongles are best kept to short links. EDID and HDCP handshakes happen behind the scenes, so give devices a few seconds to agree settings after you switch inputs, and choose cables with sensible lengths to avoid strain. Labelling sources on a small sticky dot can save head-scratching later when a family member grabs the remote.

If sound is your focus, an HDMI audio extractor can break out optical audio to a soundbar while the picture continues to your TV, helpful on sets with limited audio outputs. For networking, simple Ethernet splitters and compact switches expand ports neatly without moving your router. You can compare Sandstrom options at Currys, match the adapter to the job, and keep your setup clean and reliable. Pricing varies by retailer and region.

Use-case tip: when feeding two displays from a splitter, set the source to match the lower-spec screen so both show a picture reliably.

Switch or splitter, which do I need?

Choose a switch to connect multiple sources to one TV, choose a splitter to send one source to two displays. They solve opposite problems.

Will a splitter reduce picture quality?

A good powered splitter preserves the signal for typical home runs. Extremely long cables or mismatched resolutions can still limit results, so keep runs tidy.

Can I use an adapter to get ARC to a soundbar?

ARC relies on a TV's HDMI port and firmware, so use the TV's ARC or eARC socket where possible. An HDMI audio extractor is an alternative if outputs are limited.

Do passive HDMI adapters work for 4K?

They can for short, simple connections, however for higher resolutions and longer lengths a powered switch or active cable is usually more reliable.