Black screen with sound

so I hooked my iPhone and iPad up to my projector through hdmi cord... works fine except for when I try to play movies or shows on Netflix or Hulu.. the screen goes black but there is still sound so I know it’s working. Tried turning it off and back on, no luck. Also when I remove the hdmi cord and play videos, the video shows up fine. What do I do?

iPhone 7 Plus, iOS 13

Posted on May 8, 2020 6:29 AM

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May 9, 2020 8:17 AM in response to Princessleahhh

Hey Princessleahhh,


Thank you for using Apple Support Communities!


I see from your post that you're having trouble with your iPhone and your iPad hooked up to a projector via HDMI port. I'd be happy to help out.


I'd suggest using the steps here:


About Apple Digital AV Adapters for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch - Apple Support


"Get help

Find out what to do when you have the following issues.

If you see video but can't hear audio

Make sure that you're using a Digital AV adapter (which has an HDMI port). If you're using a VGA adapter, it doesn't carry audio signals. To hear audio with a VGA adapter, you need to connect to the headset jack on your TV, monitor, projector, or stereo.

If an app doesn't display video or play audio

The app might not be compatible with your adapter. Check compatibility on the app's info page in the App Store or contact the developer.

If an alert says that an HDCP-compatible device is required

Your content might not be compatible with your adapter. Movies, TV shows, and certain streaming video apps require High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP). If you try to play these movies, shows, and streaming videos using a non-HDCP digital connection—like the Apple VGA Adapter—an alert will ask for an HDCP-compatible device.

If you need help with other issues

  1. Disconnect and reconnect your adapter from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch and from your TV, monitor, or projector.
  2. Make sure that your VGA or HDMI cable works, since the issue could be with the cable.
  3. Remove any VGA or HDMI extension cables or converters. Accessories that convert a VGA or HDMI signals to different video formats (DVI, Composite, Component) aren't compatible.
  4. Make sure that you have the latest version of iOS.

For more help, contact Apple Support, to set up service for your:


Cheers!

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