I completely agree with the total NO Video idea. It seems like every AV item I have wants to control it all. I dont like the idea of daisy chaining signals and such only to downgrade the signal. I say leave the video switching up to the TV/monitor and let the reciever worry only about the audio.
And if there was a way to focus on better sound and components in lieu of the video, I would pay extra!
Also to the Outlaw gods that are listening, please include AB switching next time please :-)