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HDMI Splitter: Splits 1 HDMI input signal onto 4 HDMI output displays, e.g. 1 DVD Player outputs to 4 monitors displaying one video.

HDMI Switch: Allows connection of multiple HDMI sources to one HDMI port, and freely allows switching among these sources.

Direct TV requires a higher HDCP version (HDCP 2.2) 

These splitters should be compatible with your DIRECT TV: 

1x2 | 4K/2K@60Hz       (https://www.expertconnectstore.com/collections/splitter/products/sp102-4k60)

1x4 | 4K/2K@60Hz       (https://www.expertconnectstore.com/collections/splitter/products/sp104-4k60)

For more information read: What is HDCP?

HDCP | High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection

A form of digital copy protection to prevent copying of digital audio and video content as it travels across connections. Different sources require different versions of HDCP depending on the maximum output resolution. Most of the latest media devices (TV box, game consoles, DVD player) ask for the highest HDCP (2.2) in order to protect the 4K@60Hz UHD content.

Confirm the HDCP version that your device supports. The common HDCP versions are:

• HDCP 1.3 | 1080p
• HDCP 1.4 | 4K@30Hz
• HDCP 2.2 | 4K@60Hz, HDR
  

Please understand that the HDMI splitter duplicates 1 HDMI input signal onto 4 HDMI output displays, e.g. 1 DVD Player outputs to 4 monitors displaying one video. It DOES NOT switch between input sources.

If your signal transmission is not stable you will have a disconnection on a regular basis. 

• Replace any cables with a higher performance HDMI cable
• 28 AWG | recommended for lengths approximately 15 FT 
• 26 AWG | recommended for lengths 15-29 FT
• 24 AWG | recommended for lengths 30-49 FT
  
• 22 AWG | recommended for lengths 50-65 FT

HDMI Cable Maximum Length:

• 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:4:4 | Input - 16ft, Output - 16ft
  
• 4Kx2K@60Hz 4:2:0 | Input - 26ft, Output - 32ft
• 4Kx2K@30Hz          | Input - 32ft, Output - 32ft
• 1080p                       | Input - 32ft, Output - 32ft

Roku has a default HDR Chroma setting (4:2:2) If your TV supports HDR 10 (10 bit color) at 4:2:2, it will automatically be selected. For this reason, you might experience flickering or disconnection on your display. Standard HDMI 2.0 only supports 10 bit at 4:2:0 and not 10 bit at 4:2:2. 

You will need to reset the HDR to 4:2:0 by accessing the Secret Screen. 

1. Press the buttons on your Roku remote: HOME(5x), DOWN, LEFT, UP(3x) 
   
   
2. Once on the Secret Menu, you will be able to view the HDR Mode: 4:2:0 or 4:2:2 on the bottom right corner. From here you are able to change the Chroma setting from either HDR Modes. Once the proper mode has been selected click "ok."
   
   
3. Select HDR: 4:2:0 and press Home to exit. 

For more information read: What is HDMI HDR Chroma?

1.. Check the Ethernet cable length

• CAT5e | 24 AWG | Max Distance 130 FT
• CAT6/7 | 23 AWG | Max Distance 200 FT

2. Check the Ethernet cable type

• Wires within flat ethernet cables typically are not twisted the way standard ethernet cables are, and they are not separated by a plastic core.
• These (flat) cables generally will not meet the standards necessary for this extender causing signal problems.
• For best results use Standard CAT6/7 ethernet cables.

3. Check the cable quality

For more stable signal transmission in long distance, a good quality Ethernet cable that made with bare copper metal is required.

Recommended Ethernet cable specification: Category-6, 23AWG, UTP, 8C Solid Bare Copper, 550MHz, CMR Rated (Recommended Category Cable)

• Blue light indicates power 
  
• Red light indicates that there is a successful transmission of the signal

The flat cable was developed for its cosmetic design to fit under doors, carpert, etc. The wires within a flat cable are typically not twisted like a typical round cable and they are not separated by a plastic core. Flat CAT6 generally will not meet the CAT6 standard and will cause problems, especially in longer runs.