A few questions about how it works. Can I easily rely on this unit to handle my xbox 360, Wii &amp; XBOX through component inputs while still using the HDMI for my satellite box and a Mac Mini?
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From what it looks like, you are correct in thinking that you will have to select the mode, then the input. The HDMI 1 and 2 ports share a mode with ports 1 and 2 of the component ports. So if you went to Video 1, i would hazard a guess that it defaults to HDMI, and to switch it to component you would have to change it to component. This to me seems like an extra unnecessary step. If anyone has this receiver and cares to prove me wrong, please let me know, because if it doesn't take the extra step, I might actually want to purchase this.
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I have used this on an older Sony Trinitron and a Mitsubishi 55" WS-65413, to connect HDMI output devices to their Component inputs. It worked for 2 DVD players, and a direcTV box with no problems (both Audio and Video). It would work on an XBOX 360 as long as you never switched it to the other DVD input. If you changed the switch to the other hdmi input, the XBOX would turn off its video output, and would have to be restarted after you switched it back to the xbox from the dvd player. I got an xbox one for the boys for Christmas and cannot get the xbox one to work with it at all. I suspect its related to HDMI copyright protection, but I am just guessing. I have used this on an older Sony Trinitron and a Mitsubishi 55" WS-65413, to connect HDMI output devices to their Component inputs. It worked for 2 DVD players, and a direcTV box with no problems (both Audio and Video). It would work on an XBOX 360 as long as you never switched it to the other DVD input. If you changed the switch to the other hdmi input, the XBOX would turn off its video output, and would have to be restarted after you switched it back to the xbox from the dvd player. I got an xbox one for the boys for Christmas and cannot get the xbox one to work with it at all. I... » Read More I have used this on an older Sony Trinitron and a Mitsubishi 55" WS-65413, to connect HDMI output devices to their Component inputs. It worked for 2 DVD players, and a direcTV box with no problems (both Audio and Video). It would work on an XBOX 360 as long as you never switched it to the other DVD input. If you changed the switch to the other hdmi input, the XBOX would turn off its video output, and would have to be restarted after you switched it back to the xbox from the dvd player. I got an xbox one for the boys for Christmas and cannot get the xbox one to work with it at all. I suspect its related to HDMI copyright protection, but I am just guessing. « Show Less
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I finally ditched cable and this is the only way I watch TV and movies....I would also suggest getting a 15' HDMI cable (that is what I hv) so I can watch TV from my couch. But definitely it will work...it has 2 HDMI ports. I don't have any game systems or bluray devices....so this works for me very well. Let me know if I can help you out w/anything else.
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those converter boxes to get one that does 1080p with decent quality and without adding a bunch of input lag... you might as well get a new xboxwhy a TV manufacturer would put a VGA input on a 1080p TV and not support 1920x1080 through that VGA input i'll never know
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I too have a xbox one (love it!) anyway I just tried really quick to connect my xb1 to this device and nothing seems to work. KVM switch did not work. Again I need to stress the fact that I just simply plug in the device without doing any configuration and just didn't seem to recognize the xb1. However this device is great for switching between two desktop or three and using one monitor and one keyboard and mouse to control the entire system. Good luck and if you do find a compatible device please let me know. Thanks.
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Don't think you can relie on this type of converter to consistently convert HDMI to other interfaces. My experience was that it worked for a while and then didn't. Generally, HDMI is designed to prevent digital signals from being converted to analog signals. Think that the interface is always being updated to prevent such. My educated guess is that any device that is receiving software updates will eventually get a mod that defeats this device.
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Yup, it'll work. I have the HDMI cable plugged into the adapter and a Wii U, and a attached to a VGA cable plugged into the adapter and a computer monitor. I have an auxiliary cable plugged into the adapter and into an amplifier.So yeah, that's my setup and it works perfectly! As long as you have HDMI and VGA slots it should all work.
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I have not tried that and I am not a mac person, but In theory you should be able to plug any HDMI source into it. Whether it be a macbook or dvd player should make no difference. Sorry I'm not more help..
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I'm not sure on your tv but I just picked up a Samsung Combo HDTV/Monitor and had nasty issues getting the picture right until I stumbled across an easter egg in their setup. My Mac Mini is connected via a DVI -> HDMI cable to my Samsung. The colors were way off and it was obvious that the signal was not digital going to the monitor until I labeled my HDMI input "PC". That fixed the colors. Setting the option for "Overscan" fixed the resolution. Now I get a picture that looks as good as the DVI -> DVI input from my laptop.-- Chris
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Yes you input in this converter with HDMI and output with composite AV in your game console.Only need to alimentate this converter with any usb sourcebest
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i had no trouble i hooked it into the wii used my hdmi cord to my tv made sure my tv was on hdmi and whatever port hdmi1 hdmi2 and it worked no issues. do you have it plugged into the right spot on the wii where the connecter with the regular hook up would go and than the hdmi cord into that .
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Yes is should work out fine.... I had my Roku hooked up to HDMI 1 then I had my xbox hooked up on HDMI 2 ( also used as my DVD player ) and then just had the normal antenna hooked up for free TV over the air via coax and I run everything from my optical out to the soundbar, so no matter what input your on the optical should play all... Hope this helps.
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I did exactly what you want to do. I have just purchased a Mac Mini and used the HDMI out from the Mac into the HDMI in on a Vizio 1080p 24 inch widescreen LCD TV/Monitor. Absolutely no problems. The screen was recognized on boot up and I get great picture and sound. I did not even need to adjust the size of the screen.
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Hmmm, interesting. I just checked the manual and page 26 gives a very specific wiring chart as to how to set up the component input. Then on page 39 it shows the input settings to match the wiring you selected.I really prefer HDMI as the best way to go. I have everything feeding the receiver with HDMI and one output to the TV. All of my device selections are made through the receiver and it works like a charm. I use their APP for my Apple iPad to control the receiver.For the record, I have not used the component video inputs on this receiver so it is hard to speak from actual experience. Hmmm, interesting. I just checked the manual and page 26 gives a very specific wiring chart as to how to set up the component input. Then on page 39 it shows the input settings to match the wiring you selected.I really prefer HDMI as the best way to go. I have everything feeding the receiver with HDMI and one output to the TV. All of my device selections are made through the receiver and it works like a charm. I use their APP for my Apple iPad to control the receiver.For the record, I have not used the component video inputs on this receiver so it is hard to speak... » Read More Hmmm, interesting. I just checked the manual and page 26 gives a very specific wiring chart as to how to set up the component input. Then on page 39 it shows the input settings to match the wiring you selected.I really prefer HDMI as the best way to go. I have everything feeding the receiver with HDMI and one output to the TV. All of my device selections are made through the receiver and it works like a charm. I use their APP for my Apple iPad to control the receiver.For the record, I have not used the component video inputs on this receiver so it is hard to speak from actual experience. « Show Less
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I can't confirm whether it has HDCP per say however I can say that I have a PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox360, WiiU and Mac Mini all hooked up to it with no problems. The HDMI out is then routed into a Sony ES Receiver and then to a Sony Projector.
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With this particular unit I am using as a wii adapter, Component to HDMI , I experience absolutely NO LAG , no frame rate drops, no screen tear. This is an ideal solution when video performance is crucial, and trust me, it is for my games. I recommend this product as an excellent Component to HDMI device.
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I know it works fine with my HD cable box and controls most of the functions. We couldn't get HD without the infimus box so I assume they are the same or close to it. It does such a great job of controlling the tv and cable box as well has a great volumn conrol that works on everything that is turned on. Also does a great job of switching from various inputs. Easy access to HDMI connections, dvd players, video game units, and whatever else you can hook up tp your TV. Not sure if this answers your question but I can say you will be hard pressed to find a better unit at this price.