My new AppleTV HD does not have optical audio output, only a mixed video/audio HDMI. My Pioneer Plasma TV Receiver only accepts video OR audio HDMI’s.
Will the AppleTV HD box let me split the HDMI cable output, and then input to two ports on the Receiver. I have heard that for copyright reasons Apple cuts off a signal if any tampering between source and destination is sensed.
Apple TV HD, tvOS 13
My Pioneer Plasma TV Receiver only accepts video OR audio HDMI’s.
I have never heard of that, unless it is broken, and I’d be highly skeptical of this assessment. HDMI was meant to carry both video and audio from its inception.
I have heard that for copyright reasons Apple cuts off a signal if any tampering between source and destination is sensed.
HDCP is the mandatory technology that is meant to prevent tapping into the video signal. It is not about the manufacturer per se, more about the content provider. There are HDCP compliant splitters and extractors, though.
The heart of my AV system is a Yamaha RX-V661 AV Receiver. So instead of going straight to the Pioneer Receiver, I will use the Yamaha as a splitter, stripping off the Audio to send to the speakers, and the Video to the Pioneer for forwarding to the Monitor. Haven’t tried it yet, but your suggestions and questions put me on the right road. Thank you
Thanks Urquhart1244. Going on your assertion that HDMI carries both, I am working on a new wiring setup which I hope to have in place later today.
i am also looking into your idea of an Compatible HDMI extractor as a possible alternative.
The Pioneer Receiver has all the inputs for the TV monitor. The only 2 inputs on the monitor are for the cables that come from the Receiver.
But thanks for replying!
Thanks for replying ....see my answers to Urquhart 1244, and Flugaren
Harrington Said:
"Can you use splitter on AppleTV HD HDMI cable".
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Troubleshooting HDMI Interface:
Many Televisions only come with optical OUTPUTS, so be certain that your Television has an optical INPUT.
HDMI Cables are Audio and Video. So, I say just stick with that.
Using an HDMI Hub would be best, assuming you just want to use one source at a time. But, just go with two Apple TVs, as it would far less expensive than purchasing a new television or what have you, should it go down. due to a power failure.
Just Curious: Any composite AV connectors on the receiver? If so, this might work for you: RCA HDMI Audio Video AV Composite Adapter Converter CABLE RED YELLOW WHITE
Splitting wouldn't work being that it would block one from being broadcasted.
One HDMI connection would be just fine here.
I would do the normal thing and connect the Apple TV to your TV and then connect your TV to the reciever.
Optical or coaxial digital cable audio out from TV.
Can you use splitter on AppleTV HD HDMI cable
