HT1586: Apple TV (1st generation): Guide to ports and connectors

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8hudson8

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if the hdmi lead goes from my tv to the apple tv box , as instructed , then how will sound come out of my surround system - i don't follow !

Posted on Jul 27, 2013 3:11 PM

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    IpadinParadise IpadinParadise Jul 27, 2013 4:20 PM in response to 8hudson8
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    Jul 27, 2013 4:20 PM in response to 8hudson8

    I have a surround sound receiver and I have my Apple TV connected to one of the receiver's HDMI inputs and then I have an HDMI cable going from the receiver's output HDMI port to my tv's HDMI input.  This carries both picture and sound.