I know the HDMI transmit audio, but specifically can I connect this device to my Sony receiver trough HDMI and get 1080p video and 5.1 audio?
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I have not tried to do this myself, but from I understand about HDMI you should get the 1080p video. The Sony receiver should pass through the video.
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Audio and video are separate. The signals (audio and video) come out perfect from this device and I love it! I purchased it, because I have an older Harmon Kardon Receiver with no HDMI capabilities. I wanted to have the 5.1 Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound...from my new Blu-ray player. My new Blu-ray player only had the HDMI connection, so I needed the converter to run the 1080p video to my TV and I used the optical out (on the converter) to get the 5.1 signal to my old receiver. The converter has HDMI out and Optical out. This device is meant to send audio to a device (such as my older receiver) that do not have HDMI input. The Optical out (via fiber optic cable) carries the sound. The HDMI out goes to the TV...for video and the optical goes to the receiver, or audio device. HDMI carries audio and video in one cable, so I am not sure about what you are trying to do. Bottom line...this converter will take your HDMI signal and split the audio and video. The video will go out through the HDMI and into your video display and the audio will come out of the optical connection. If your audio device does NOT have an optical connection, this device will not work for you. You mention 2 channels. Are you trying to send sound to 2 speakers (stereo mode) from your slingbox? If so, I would recommend buying a receiver with HDMI inputs. I am not 100% sure about what you are trying to do, but I am sure I can help you figure out how to fix your problem. I have been dealing with A/V equipment since the late 80's. If you tell me all the audio and video equipment you have, I can probably tell you exactly what you need. It looks like you may be looking at the wrong device, for what you are wanting to do.
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I don't use the HDMI output on my set up because I have it patched through an older Pioneer A/V receiver. I looked at the owners manual with regard to hook ups and my interpretation of what I see and read is the HDMI will patch the audio and video. I know the HDMI on my Sony flat screen which is patched into my Apple TV includes the audio. I hope this helps.
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My receiver does not have HDMI and no HD audio. What I do is connect HDMI from the A-400 to my Tv directly and audio to the receiver through optical cable. 7.1 audio is amazing. Like I said, check the A-400 forum for HD audio. It is a huge resource of practical information.I use the A-400 with a 80" 3D TV and I still can't believe how great it looks.The only reason I don't buy one more is because the iPad browser works so well that I can browse my movies, ratings etc from anywhere, pick what I want to see and then manually select that movie on any of my old media players.
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Not quite fully accurate. Here is the information off the SonyStyle website itself, which I have confirmed on the back of the Sony DAVHDX576WF unit: Inputs and Outputs Analog Audio Input(s) : 2 (Rear) Coaxial Audio Digital Input(s) : 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s) : 1 (Rear) Composite Video Input(s) : 1 (Rear) Digital Media Port (Input) : Yes HDMI Connection Output(s) : 1 Headphone Input(s) : 1 (Rear) 3.5mm Optical Audio Input(s) : 1 (Rear) So, here's what you do. Feed all your HDMI inputs into the TV (most new ones have two, three, or even four HDMI ports). Use the TV's audio optical out to feed into the the Sony's optical in. The Sony's optical audio input allows putting the audio of all media components feeding into the TV HDMI inputs into surround sound mode through the Sony unit (if the TV has an audio optical out, which most new ones do). An older TV without the necessary HDMI inputs and audio optical out would, of course, make this solution non-workable. Be aware that the switching electronics for every HDMI input adds about $25-35 retail to a unit, so, at this price point (&lt;$500), most of your HTIB (Home Theater in a Box) designs are going to choose not to add extra inputs. The receiver is your better choice by far for multiple HDMI devices anyway--the electronics almost always are much better quality--and you can hear and see the difference. Anyway, you have a work-a-round if your TV facilitates the HDMI inputs and audio optical output.
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Short answer ... no. It merely strips what you would normally hear on the Left and Right audio channels and passes the signal through analog RCA cables. But to be fair, I'm not sure than anything really can. By definition, 5.1 and 7.1 are delivered over something greater than two channels. So a simple two-channel L/R signal simply isn't capable of carrying the content. There are devices that take two-channel audio as input and simulate 5.1 output, but this isn't one of them. I have such a whizbang gizmo connected to a 47" display in a small room with just two very good speakers. It's not "real" 5.1, and if you're a real audiophile type, you'll likely recognize it right away and turn up your nose. However, it does work well enough to fool you during an exceptionally well mastered Blu-Ray or a high-end video game. Suited my needs because 2 speakers were a better fit for both the room and my budget. But if you're looking to get full performance out of a 5.1 or 7.1 setup that you already own or are considering purchasing, inserting this device in the chain is probably the wrong way to go about things. You'll need to stick with HDMI throughout to create the best experience.
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If you already have a 5.1 setup, then why do you care about audio on this projector? Oh, after thinking about your question, I realized that you must not have a Home Theater Receiver. This projector is not an AV receiver. You can only hook up headphones/small speakers to this projector. You should really be using separate receiver for your speakers.
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This receiver has only analog outputs so if the Sony has only optical inputs...no.
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I have an Onkyo TXSR 601 which has optic 5.1 not HDMI. Wouldn't this be the way to go as far as connecting audio over the RCA 5.1 jacks? I have hooked up the video through the HDMI to the TV directly, I wish the TV Panasonic 9th gen 50" plasma would transfer the digital audio through optic out but it does not.
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This receiver only offers the additional HDMI for video. You would still have to connect through analog for audio. So it isnt any better. The TX-576 offers the proper use of video and audio for hdmi according to the owners manual.
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I just bought this system. I haven't tested it yet but the way I have setup is this:PS3 to HDTV via HDMITV to Receiver via Optical InputThis way my I can use Inputs on my TV (it has a lot more inputs than this receiver.) and I get the quality sound. Good luck
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Can my existing HDMI 1.x devices be upgraded with HDMI 2.0 features?Currently, there are no provisions for doing such an upgrade. Because of the new enhanced feature set, any such conversion would require hardware and/or firmware upgrades. If there are such conversions, it would come from the manufacturer. Sony has upgraded the firmware on this receiver already with new features, but there is no way to know if this receiver has the hardware capability to do HDMI 2.0 or if Sony would support such an upgrade. If I had to guess I would say no. Sony would rather sell you a newer model. Any answer here is just a guess until Sony releases additional info. Contact Sony directly... Can my existing HDMI 1.x devices be upgraded with HDMI 2.0 features?Currently, there are no provisions for doing such an upgrade. Because of the new enhanced feature set, any such conversion would require hardware and/or firmware upgrades. If there are such conversions, it would come from the manufacturer. Sony has upgraded the firmware on this receiver already with new features, but there is no way to know if this receiver has the hardware capability to do HDMI 2.0 or if Sony would support such an upgrade. If I had to guess I would say no. Sony would rather sell you a newer model.... » Read More Can my existing HDMI 1.x devices be upgraded with HDMI 2.0 features?Currently, there are no provisions for doing such an upgrade. Because of the new enhanced feature set, any such conversion would require hardware and/or firmware upgrades. If there are such conversions, it would come from the manufacturer. Sony has upgraded the firmware on this receiver already with new features, but there is no way to know if this receiver has the hardware capability to do HDMI 2.0 or if Sony would support such an upgrade. If I had to guess I would say no. Sony would rather sell you a newer model. Any answer here is just a guess until Sony releases additional info. Contact Sony directly... « Show Less
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You can use this player with your 5.1 receiver. You need to go into the player's audio setup menu and set the surround back channel to "None." The player will then only output to the 5.1 analogs (just leave the surround back analog connectors unused). This is what am doing.
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No it has hdmi out only.It has a optical audio in as well as rca audio input.you could hook hdmi from xbox to tv then audio out of tv into the unit.Thats what i'm doing though my tv doesn't have optical out so just using rca audio out to the reciever .eh sounds fine.It does convert it into 5.1 well.
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The HDMI inputs outputs do carry audio signals. In the simplest setup where all sources and monitors (I.e. TVs, receivers, etc) are HDMI capable, you won't need to worry about audio. However, if your receiver is HDMI-less, then you have the choices of sending analog or digital audio signal to it. While I've not tried digital signal but the analog works for me just like you stated in your question. I've read in the product reviews that the unit can only output one type of signal at a time. Meaning you can't have both analog and digital outputs at the same time. Search the reviews may help.
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Yes, that is correct. You can't send the output over HDMI, only via the 5.1 analog outputs.
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connect the toshlink from your tv to the Sony receiver. change audio output setting to "external" or "surround" speakers in your setting section of tv menu. it should work fine. good luck!