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by eeperson 1320 days ago
It doesn't have to be. If your devices support HDMI-CEC[0], then you can turn on 1 device and everything sets itself up. For example, I can turn on my PS4 and it automatically turns on the TV and sets the correct input.

[0] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Consumer_Electronics_Control
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danfoxley 1320 days ago
My Samsung TV "smart" feature overlays for 1+ minute when using HDMI-CEC.
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