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does anyone know if the hdmi out port on apple tv also sends out the analog signal, would like to use apple tv on a television that only has component inputs, there are hdmi to component cables available but the hardware must send the signal out for them to work
The output is HDMI only.
DVI
Some users with DVI have managed to get their TV's to work with DVI-HDMI cables. DVI carries no audio, so alternative connections need to be explored to enable audio. DVI doesn't necessarily support HDCP as well as other standards used by HDMI (which may or may not be an issue)
Analogue
There are hardware converters that will convert HDMI to various other types of output, however there are some issues with doing so that you should be aware of.
HDCP
HDCP compliant converters will not allow you to watch HDCP protected content such as that from the iTunes Store. Non compliant converters exist but we cannot discuss them under the Terms of Use for these communities.
Resolution and aspect ratio
I'm not aware of any converters that will scale the output from the Apple TV, any TV or projector which is used will need to be widescreen and support resolutions of 720p (Apple TV 2), 720p/1080p (Apple TV 3)
DAC
DAC (Example Only - Not a recommendation or suggestion that this is suitable in your circumstances)
component dont do hdcp
all drm material would not work such as itune media and netflix and hulu and the likes
if you spend the money on a pricy converter which would make hdmi into component and audio output
apple tv to component video
