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What cables do I need for Apple TV 1st generation?

i Have a first or 2nd generation atv that I want to connect to another TV set ( I also have a 3rd gen ATV connected to my main TV and cable system). I have a power cord, HDMI cable and remote . Do I need any other cables?

Apple TV, iOS 5.0.1

Posted on Oct 4, 2015 9:29 AM

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Posted on Oct 4, 2015 10:25 AM

Not if the TV is HDMI equipped.


AppleTV 1 - silver colour - had HDMI or component out.


ATV 2/3/4 are HDMI only handling audio and video. ATV 1-3 supported optical audio, ATV 1 supported analogue audio too. ATV 4 only has HDMI.

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What cables do I need for Apple TV 1st generation?

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