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APPle TV HDCP and switches don't function

Hello all, perhaps someone has this figured out.
I connected my new ATV via HDMI to DVI on my Samsung 42" DLP. The TV has one DVI input that up to now was occupied by a Directv HD receiver using a DVI to HDMI cable.

With ATV I figured I need an HDMI switch. I purchased a switch from monoprice: http://www.monoprice.com/products/search.asp?keyword=4088&x=0&y=0

The switch claims to be HDCP compliant. The switch works great except when trying to rent a movie from iTunes the dreaded message "This content requires HDCP for playback. HDCP isn't supported by your HDMI connection. Use component video conection to veiw content."
When I have checked the settings with the HDMI through the switch it says HDMI (HDCP off)
When I connect directly to the TV with HDMI the setting indicates HDMI
So, obviously the switch is not "talking or handshaking" the HDCP from the source to the TV.

Has anyone had any luck with this?
Monoprice replied to me with this:
Hey Steve,
The issue you are dealing with is known as HDCP compatibility errors. Often solutions for this type of problem exists in trying a different type of splitter, such as 3x1 or the 5x1 switchers. I will inform the returns department regarding your request. Please be patient.

Best Regards,
Tech Support Associate

Monoprice, Inc.
9477 London Way
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

IMAC G5, Mac OS X (10.4.10)

Posted on Jul 6, 2008 7:21 PM

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APPle TV HDCP and switches don't function

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