The switch does what he should. I have therefore my DVD player and AppleTv connected to my SONOS Soundbar, which unfortunately has only one optical input. It worked on the first try. Probably because of the supplied in equal optical cable. Previously had an Optical Y-distributor of "Schwaiger" without switch for about 12 tried in retail stores and because it did not work anyway. Since I had, however, used three different Toslink cable. Maybe it was the fact. The switch is definitely worth the money. Especially the price / performance ratio is ok ... There are indeed quite a lot more expensive switches that this also requires a network connection. Does not need you! It also does not bother that you have to switch manually. The DVD player I nutz rather rare, so this must be switched only when needed. As I passed my switch within easy reach, also extend each 1m-long cable. Switching in itself, goes smoothly. Some recessions, I read that this should be stiff. I can not confirm. Simply squeeze on both sides and rotate switch to the desired position. Quite easy. I can recommend the switch fully.