Running a cable box through VSX-920: Is there something I can change in the receiver settings to fix this?
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no i had the same problem and couldnt find anything except that the component is shorted with mine.
918262
I ended up buying the Panasonic TCP-54V10, for $1,950 at hhGreg; also bought Pioneer receiver VSX-1019 and LG-BD390; now I need to figure how to make it work together !!!!I noticed the Receiver does not have a coaxial connection for cable TV; I guess I'll need to rent a cable box for $18/month.
2251620
I wish I could help you but my receiver did not work long enough to answer that question. I was never able to get help for Onkyo or Amazon to get it fixed. It's been setting in my supply room over a year.
1132030
Not sure, but if you run the hdmi cable from the player into the TV there should be no issue. Take another interface like coax from the player into the receiver. The VSX is a great sounding unit and a well thought out design
2200787
The cable box acts as a tuner. If you don't have one ,you will have to buy the tuner separately. I would ask an expert at Best Buy of Radio Shack about what type. Good luck.
173643
Please let me know what connections did you use to get this improvement? I am experiencing the same problem. Did you use component out from DirectTV HD DVR and/or SD DVD player to the receiver? Did you use a separate digital out to the receiver for the sound?
33863
Your receiver must have preamp jacks you do not have left and right which are your red and white cables. Each channel uses a separate cable preferably coaxil
366430
I think Larry is spot on. If you have another HDMI handy, swap that in there. if it still persists, return it for another converter box.
80315
Hmmm, I am pretty sure my Set840 is plugged into the Audio Out of my AV Amplifier. So I control the headset and others the sound from AMP. Also my DISH DVR is using the AMP to put its signal through. I would guess that if your Cable box doesn't have an Audio out --- your outta luck. Buy a cheap AV system.
60140
The sound options need to be, "Audio Out" instead of TV Speakers, and change the "Variable" to "Fixed". This got the SPDIF cable working on my KDL-46EX520. I'd imagine your settings are very similar.
334539
Is the signal flickering. Or just out not receiving. If it flashing or flickering you probably have a cable problem. If you no signal the box may have a bad output
1962965
the sensor might not be exactly situation on your cable box sensor. It happens all the time.
2240381
I have used it for most functions, however some functions (like controlling my cable box) I have not been able to do. The answer to that problem may be in the setup menu.
986805
It must be cable, is the only one thing not so good about this receiver, everything else I have to say, exceeded my expectations. Best regards.
1485837
Are you hoked up to cable? Sometimes the settings on the cable box itself can mess with the TV output also. Not sure if that's the problem but it's definitely worth checking out. the only time I've had that kind of problem was when connecting the PC to the TV via HDMI.. but that was the graphics card settings, not the Panny.
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Some HD cable boxes produce unstable video when routed through an AV-Receiver/AMP.My neighbor and I both have several HDTV's along with HD cable boxes and Sony AV-Receivers (2 910's and 3 920's along with 1 Onyko 606) and have experienced best overall picture with least problems by hooking HD Cable Box directly to HGTV with Component Video.However, when using a non HD Cable Box (Digital) there was a better picture by routing Component Video cables from the Cable Box to the AV-Receiver/AMP and from the AV-Receiver/AMP to the HDTV.In all cases an Optical cable was run from the Cable Box to the AV-Receiver/AMP for surround sound. Some HD cable boxes produce unstable video when routed through an AV-Receiver/AMP.My neighbor and I both have several HDTV's along with HD cable boxes and Sony AV-Receivers (2 910's and 3 920's along with 1 Onyko 606) and have experienced best overall picture with least problems by hooking HD Cable Box directly to HGTV with Component Video.However, when using a non HD Cable Box (Digital) there was a better picture by routing Component Video cables from the Cable Box to the AV-Receiver/AMP and from the AV-Receiver/AMP to the HDTV.In all cases an Optical... » Read More Some HD cable boxes produce unstable video when routed through an AV-Receiver/AMP.My neighbor and I both have several HDTV's along with HD cable boxes and Sony AV-Receivers (2 910's and 3 920's along with 1 Onyko 606) and have experienced best overall picture with least problems by hooking HD Cable Box directly to HGTV with Component Video.However, when using a non HD Cable Box (Digital) there was a better picture by routing Component Video cables from the Cable Box to the AV-Receiver/AMP and from the AV-Receiver/AMP to the HDTV.In all cases an Optical cable was run from the Cable Box to the AV-Receiver/AMP for surround sound. « Show Less
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First question, why would you want to split the signal from your box in that way? It would be better to run it direct from the box to the amp (i'm assuming its a receiver) to the tv so you are always using the speakers you paid for.Secondly, I have mine splitting my cable box (DISH) signal to my Xbox One and my Receiver (to take advantage of the Xbox one's "watch tv" functionality but still have the flexibility to use only the TV/receiver combo). I have had no problems with video or audio issues. This should do just what you need it to.