it started the HDMI handshake problem about 3 months ago
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I called the manufacturer and they fixed it for free. It took 2 months to fix at the local repair joint that onkyo picked, but it still got fixed and hasn't malfunctioned again in the last 2 years.
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I have checked online and found out from reviews on CNET.com that this is a recurring problem with this receiver. Some owners have had to replace the hdmi board. Not good. If this is the case, I will no longer purchase any other Onkyo receivers. I was using my PS3 not just for playing games, but watching DVD's & watching Netflix. I have replaced the receiver with a different brand.
1948468
I had this issue and solved it by replacing the capacitors as per this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gj0x5S9ez5UIt works great now.
1003627
Thanks very much to those who offered suggestions. Everything was fine with the wiring. A phone call to a Sony tech resolved the problem, which was found to be my selection of HDMI Passthrough to "ON". As such, the receiver remained partially powered in Standby and resulted in the hum. Re-selecting HDMI Passthrough to "OFF" cured the problem.
1369556
I had this HDMI Board issue, everyone else talks about. Onkyo Stepped up and paid for the shipping to have it sent back, and fixed it. Its been working great since i got it back. Early Last year. Time Indeed will tell if it continues to do so. All has been well so far.
2089337
I've also had that to happen. Even with this HDMI it's not the fault of the cord I've found but usually with the file that I was trying to view. That's been my experience.
714866
Not sure about AV connections, but this solution worked for me when i had the issue. But alas i am using HDMI
1414095
I got a new 25 ft HDI cable ( Mediabridge Ultra series ) and it solved the problem
738696
My 606 is just now experiencing some HDMI swiching problems. From what I understand, that has been corrected, and I am expecting (crossed fingers) that Santa brings me a new shiny 608 for Christmas. I wouldn't have too many worries.
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I had this problem at first but then I realized that was actually a issue with my tv. Switching source fixes the problem.
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I had one, the hdmi board failed the first time we used it. Extremely difficult to get responses from customer service. Finally sent me to a repair center, tried to tell me it was my fault, that I probably did something to it. I had to pay the labor to replace the part. Took 3 month's to receive a new board. The new board lasted less than 1 year before failure of the same part. Out of 1 year Onkyo warranty, even though it was defective to start so they wouldn't replace the part for free. It's a lemon, read the message boards for nothing but complaints!!!!! I would never buy a Onkyo product again, partly due to their poor customer service. I had one, the hdmi board failed the first time we used it. Extremely difficult to get responses from customer service. Finally sent me to a repair center, tried to tell me it was my fault, that I probably did something to it. I had to pay the labor to replace the part. Took 3 month's to receive a new board. The new board lasted less than 1 year before failure of the same part. Out of 1 year Onkyo warranty, even though it was defective to start so they wouldn't replace the part for free. It's a lemon, read the message boards for nothing but complaints!!!!! I would never buy a Onkyo product... » Read More I had one, the hdmi board failed the first time we used it. Extremely difficult to get responses from customer service. Finally sent me to a repair center, tried to tell me it was my fault, that I probably did something to it. I had to pay the labor to replace the part. Took 3 month's to receive a new board. The new board lasted less than 1 year before failure of the same part. Out of 1 year Onkyo warranty, even though it was defective to start so they wouldn't replace the part for free. It's a lemon, read the message boards for nothing but complaints!!!!! I would never buy a Onkyo product again, partly due to their poor customer service. « Show Less
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Very similar issue: flickering problem on this 55 inch. This all began about 24 months after purchase. Does anyone have a solution other than calling a service technician and paying for the repair yourself?
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well my video won't switch between component inputs, i have to turn it off/on. so maybe not just a HDMI board problem
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Thanks for your reply. It happens to us when we go from non HD to HD and from HD to HD. Very annoying. We've dropped back to using the component cables, but I sure would like to use the HDMI. I was hesitant about complaining to Samsung, since our cable is so sketchy, but now I think I will.
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I get that too with my sony tv and ps3 as well. i just change the signal source to something else and then back to hdmi and it goes away
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Try the Chromebox on another HDMI monitor or television. If it still has the problem on a different display your Chromebox is bad. Get it replaced under your warranty.
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If I had to guess it's a handshaking issue with the player and the TV (and HDMI thing). When you stop viewing a movie and go to the disc list, there's a clear change in resolution and you occasionally see the screen flicker for a moment. That's the handshaking occurring. Do you have any devices between the TV and changer, like an HDMI switch or a AV receiver? If you do, those could all play a part in this. If you have different components between the changer and the TV, try powering them off for 10 seconds then back on when you experience the problem. If it corrects the issue, it's likely a handshaking issue and it may be as simple as trying a different brand of HDMI cable, something newer, though it could be more complicated where the other components are the problem and only replacing them in going to work. Sometimes adding a powered HDMI amplifier or switch can correct the problem too. There are lot of different things to that may work. Start with the cheapest solution first (different cable) then move up from there.
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I think you'll find that any HDMI interlink or switch will have a delay. This is an inevitable result of the HDMI / HDCP handshaking system.
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Right out of the box my tv had this problem. I have had it for 3 months and it has buzzed for approximately 5 seconds(until picture becomes visible) every time I turn it on. At first I thought I would be able to deal with it but the more I read about failures down the road, the more I think I am going to return it.