In retrospect, a inexpensive DAC like the ART DI/O probably isn't an option. The digital output is going to be fixed, so you won't have any volume control (I think).
Do all of your sources have analog outputs on RCA? If so, the 1154 or a cheap remote controlled preamp may be your best bet. The 1154 will auto switch, so it will direct audio from the highest priority (you set priority) device that is on.
I'm guessing, however, that you might be able to pick up an inexpensive remote preamp here on A'gon for the $200 you would spend on an AA 1154. The big benefit there would be a single remote for all volume control--using the 1154 option you would have to control VCR volume with VCR remote, CATV volume with CATV remote, DVD volume with DVD remote, etc. In fact, you may not have remote volume for some sources...
Do all of your sources have analog outputs on RCA? If so, the 1154 or a cheap remote controlled preamp may be your best bet. The 1154 will auto switch, so it will direct audio from the highest priority (you set priority) device that is on.
I'm guessing, however, that you might be able to pick up an inexpensive remote preamp here on A'gon for the $200 you would spend on an AA 1154. The big benefit there would be a single remote for all volume control--using the 1154 option you would have to control VCR volume with VCR remote, CATV volume with CATV remote, DVD volume with DVD remote, etc. In fact, you may not have remote volume for some sources...