I have an Optoma HD20 projector that I have a long hdmi cable connected to and plugged that into my Apple TV. I also have an older home theater system that does not have an optical audio input. So I bought an adapter to go from optical audio to RCA cables. When I get it all plugged in and turned on I can't even get the video on my screen. What am I missing?
This is the adapter...
AppleTV 2
Long HDMI cables are never a good idea, I'd start by testing the Apple TV with a regular TV and HDMI cable and see what happens.
I have heard that. I do use the long hdmi cable daily though, connected to my directTV. So I know it works. Could it work on some devices, but not others?
Yes.
Also, I've used my Apple TV on another TV. So I know the Apple TV works too lol.
Darn. Ok. Then do you have any suggestions for other options to connect the two? My projector is mounted to the middle of the ceiling with a whole for the wires that go along inside the ceiling to the other side of the room.
Try it with a shorter lead as a temporary measure to ensure you can get it to work and there isn't another issue at play. You may find that a long but higher quality lead might help.
Ok thanks for your help.
How to connect Apple TV to projector and home theater system?
