A few questions about how it works. I am looking to buy one of these for use as a way to add more component and hdmi ports to a 32" LCD TV I got a great deal on but have been disappointed by its inputs. Can I easily rely on this unit to handle my xbox 360, Wii & XBOX through component inputs while still using the HDMI for my satellite box and a Mac Mini?Some receivers seem to have a lot of inputs but in the menu they only allow a set number of modes, you then tell it what inputs to use for each mode. If this is the case will I have enough modes available to use for all my electronics? A few questions about how it works. I am looking to buy one of these for use as a way to add more component and hdmi ports to a 32" LCD TV I got a great deal on but have been disappointed by... » Read More A few questions about how it works. I am looking to buy one of these for use as a way to add more component and hdmi ports to a 32" LCD TV I got a great deal on but have been disappointed by its inputs. Can I easily rely on this unit to handle my xbox 360, Wii & XBOX through component inputs while still using the HDMI for my satellite box and a Mac Mini?Some receivers seem to have a lot of inputs but in the menu they only allow a set number of modes, you then tell it what inputs to use for each mode. If this is the case will I have enough modes available to use for all my electronics? « Show Less
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Go to the Onkyousa.com site and take a look at the backside of the model to determine if it has what you need.
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You can assign what input Video One/Two/Three uses on the fly through the set-up menu. I didn't think my unit would pass HD until I figured out the input mode needed a source assigned. After assigning Video One to HD1 I was off to the races.
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From what it looks like, you are correct in thinking that you will have to select the mode, then the input. The HDMI 1 and 2 ports share a mode with ports 1 and 2 of the component ports. So if you went to Video 1, i would hazard a guess that it defaults to HDMI, and to switch it to component you would have to change it to component. This to me seems like an extra unnecessary step.If anyone has this receiver and cares to prove me wrong, please let me know, because if it doesn't take the extra step, I might actually want to purchase this.
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Does your TV not have Component inputs? It would be a truly odd HDTV if it didn't have both HDMI and Component. If your Component input is tied up, you're better off getting a receiver or switch box to share the existing Component input. This cable WILL NOT WORK with the Xbox 360.
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I just picked one up from BB today, and the included manual isn't much more helpful. According to the manual, it is going to be up to the individual production of discs as far as what you'll be able to get from components. IF the protection is enabled, without HDMI you will only be able to view 480i or 480p. 720p or 1080i, either through HD DVD or upconverted SD DVD would/could be blocked. Hope this helps. Like I said, I have the unit and I'm watching it now with SD DVDs until tomorrow, and the upconversion is MUCH better than my previous Toshiba DVD upconversion player. Star Wars III was absolutely fantastic (picture wise. Unfortunately this unit cannot yet "upconvert" poor scripts, but I digress). If anyone wants to ask anymore questions, I'll be picking up a couple HD DVDs tomorrow (Tuesday 4/18) as well as getting some from Netflix, so I'll have plenty of review material.
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Yeah, I ended up buying component cables for my consoles. The only problem is the game cube is now B&W; since I plugged it's video cable in the first component input. Not an issue, I can use the Wii to play them if needed...Thanks for the reply!
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hi Jeffrey -short answer: I want my receiver to receive input from my cable (for cable tv) and transmit it to the TV via hdmi cable; that rear-end view of the model showed that there was a "cable receptacle", but that turned out to be only for FM radio. long answer: I'm running all my connections through the wall, and wanted this to be covered as well. The only "long" connection would be the lengthy HDMI cable connection between Onkyo receiver and my Sharp HDTV. Everything else (connections from cable company, nintendo wii, Blu Ray player, Alpha Gamma player, PS1/2/3/4/5/6, etc should all be going through the receiver -- all of which will sit in one corner of the room). Thanks :) hi Jeffrey -short answer: I want my receiver to receive input from my cable (for cable tv) and transmit it to the TV via hdmi cable; that rear-end view of the model showed that there was a "cable receptacle", but that turned out to be only for FM radio. long answer: I'm running all my connections through the wall, and wanted this to be covered as well. The only "long" connection would be the lengthy HDMI cable connection between Onkyo receiver and my Sharp HDTV. Everything else (connections from cable company, nintendo wii, Blu Ray player, Alpha Gamma... » Read More hi Jeffrey -short answer: I want my receiver to receive input from my cable (for cable tv) and transmit it to the TV via hdmi cable; that rear-end view of the model showed that there was a "cable receptacle", but that turned out to be only for FM radio. long answer: I'm running all my connections through the wall, and wanted this to be covered as well. The only "long" connection would be the lengthy HDMI cable connection between Onkyo receiver and my Sharp HDTV. Everything else (connections from cable company, nintendo wii, Blu Ray player, Alpha Gamma player, PS1/2/3/4/5/6, etc should all be going through the receiver -- all of which will sit in one corner of the room). Thanks :) « Show Less
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Whether or not this will work with or without a hub is really dependent on the console, not the remote. The remote can technically be programmed to operate any A/V component with an IR remote sensor, it's just a question of how patient you are with the programming. Most, like myself, are not very patient. If the XBOX One or PS4 have IR remote sensors, this remote will work, eventually. But don't bother. Even though it's only a few years old, it's already dated in style and function. I rated it pretty highly years ago, which is probably why I was one of the people Amazon asked to answer this question, but I would honestly suggest you try a different product. I used it for a year before I got tired of it. Mine is now forgotten in a dark corner of my house. Having 1 universal remote makes the coffee table tidier, but usability becomes more challenging because the same buttons can perform different functions depending on the device you selected. And if you have 5 pieces like I did, it gets confusing. I've often pressed the wrong button or had it set to one component when I meant to control another. Heaven help you if you have 18 components like this is designed to handle. A year late, I just laid out a nice leather valet to put all my remotes in. Takes up more space, but because each remote is unique in appearance and function, it worked out better for me. Look for something that was released this year, maybe from the Harmony family, if you want to be sure of compatibility with next-gen consoles. Though, just because it came out this year, doesn't mean it's certain to be compatible. I have a feeling the XBOX One & PS4 use Bluetooth, just like the PS3 did. This remote definitely does not do Bluetooth. My PS3 was the one device this could not control.
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Used with 2012 Mac MINI and it works perfectly, but you have to make sure you go into the television's menu and set it for "PC" input, which removes most processing and gives the best picture. Then it will be as good as any mac monitor, I used HDMI input, also with a Thunderbolt to HDMI adapter (Griffin) and used this with MacBook Air 2012. Works perfectly, but the viewing angles are bad, and that "Magic Angle" is annoying. I upgraded to the UN32EH5000 and it's leaps and bounds better, without any "Magic Angle" nonsense, but can just naturally be seen clearly from all extreme angles. It also works seamlessly with my Macs. Used with 2012 Mac MINI and it works perfectly, but you have to make sure you go into the television's menu and set it for "PC" input, which removes most processing and gives the best picture. Then it will be as good as any mac monitor, I used HDMI input, also with a Thunderbolt to HDMI adapter (Griffin) and used this with MacBook Air 2012. Works perfectly, but the viewing angles are bad, and that "Magic Angle" is annoying. I upgraded to the UN32EH5000 and it's leaps and bounds better, without any "Magic Angle" nonsense, but can just naturally be seen clearly... » Read More Used with 2012 Mac MINI and it works perfectly, but you have to make sure you go into the television's menu and set it for "PC" input, which removes most processing and gives the best picture. Then it will be as good as any mac monitor, I used HDMI input, also with a Thunderbolt to HDMI adapter (Griffin) and used this with MacBook Air 2012. Works perfectly, but the viewing angles are bad, and that "Magic Angle" is annoying. I upgraded to the UN32EH5000 and it's leaps and bounds better, without any "Magic Angle" nonsense, but can just naturally be seen clearly from all extreme angles. It also works seamlessly with my Macs. « Show Less
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Exactly! At first, I wanted to control the HDMI devices thru my TV but shortly realized I couldn't see the program options. You will switch between HDMI devices thru the receiver. Kinda simplifies things a bit.
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Many TVs have a component input location the is made up of five ports. There are 3 for the 3 colors the tv displays and 2 for audio of course. If your TV does not have a place to plug in the component cables, you will need to get a converter. Your TV probably has and hdmi input. If not, just stick with the composite cable. The wii isn't a high definition device anyway so you won't display in 1080p ever with it. These cables do work for Wii U.
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I prefer to hook my critical video equipment, especially reference equipment, directly to my monitor. You can use the ARC HDMI to get TV sound out of the Receiver.there 'has' to be 'some' information lost in the translation, imo.
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I can't say whether this TV model is being fazed out. It will work fine after the switch to digital TV. My guess is that it does not have an HDMI port because there's no reason for it to have one. What would you use the HDMI port for? It already has a DVD player built-in. It's so small you wouldn't want to spend $200+ to connect a Blu-Ray Player to it, or a home theater system. Regular cable doesn't require HDMI (though HD Cable might, but are you going to pay to rent a Digital Cable Box for a tiny TV?).
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You want an HDMI switch, not this item. This is the opposite of what you want. You want 4 in, 1 out. This item is 1 in 4 out (duplicate displays). It seems your receiver does not have enough inputs and thus one will need to be shared. This is not ideal for a few reasons, but should work just fine. Doing things this way will make it so that you cannot label your receiver input because it represents multiple things. Also, using a switch will probably add a remote to your collection. On the bright side, a switch will be much cheaper than a new receiver. I have not used a switch before so good luck, try this search: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=HDMI+switch You want an HDMI switch, not this item. This is the opposite of what you want. You want 4 in, 1 out. This item is 1 in 4 out (duplicate displays). It seems your receiver does not have enough inputs and thus one will need to be shared. This is not ideal for a few reasons, but should work just fine. Doing things this way will make it so that you cannot label your receiver input because it represents multiple things. Also, using a switch will probably add a remote to your collection. On the bright side, a switch will be much cheaper than a new receiver. I have not used a switch before so good... » Read More You want an HDMI switch, not this item. This is the opposite of what you want. You want 4 in, 1 out. This item is 1 in 4 out (duplicate displays). It seems your receiver does not have enough inputs and thus one will need to be shared. This is not ideal for a few reasons, but should work just fine. Doing things this way will make it so that you cannot label your receiver input because it represents multiple things. Also, using a switch will probably add a remote to your collection. On the bright side, a switch will be much cheaper than a new receiver. I have not used a switch before so good luck, try this search: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=HDMI+switch « Show Less
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Are you trying to watch your Xbox 360 on two televisions? If so it should work fine and there should be no special instructions. If you are trying to ad an input to your single television in order to switch between two different devices one of which is your Xbox360, then you have purchased the wrong item and should have read my review. Return the item and look for an HDMI switch and not an HDMI splitter.
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I too have a xbox one (love it!) anyway I just tried really quick to connect my xb1 to this device and nothing seems to work. KVM switch did not work. Again I need to stress the fact that I just simply plug in the device without doing any configuration and just didn't seem to recognize the xb1. However this device is great for switching between two desktop or three and using one monitor and one keyboard and mouse to control the entire system. Good luck and if you do find a compatible device please let me know. Thanks.
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I had the same question. Glad to hear that there is no video lag.On the same note, I have a similar question: I would like to connect my Nintendo Wii through this receiver as well. Will this model take analog component and pipe it out over HDMI? The setup I currently have does not have component-in, so I will be using this as a hub for the time being. I realize there may be some input-lag due to conversion, I just want to confirm that this device would accept analog component input and then be able to push it out over HDMI.Any info would be appreciated!
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First, let me wish you "good luck" setting this thing up correctly. I have been using it for a couple of years and I am still trying to understand the "features" vs settings per the manual. I do believe the default for HDMI connections is PCM. I have also found through the "Audio Parameter" screens that there is a "Fixed PCM" setting which can be set as on our off through the Audio Parameter screens. I would suggest turning that off and go from there. Again, good luck!
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No, it does not. ): Component inputs HAS to be component out, and it is the same for everything else. HDMI out only works for HDMI inputs and so forth.