Connecting HDMI to HD-DVR STB I just bought the LNT4661F over President's Day weekend. I love the TV - the picture is awesome, and I switched to the HD DVR box so I could get my HD channels. All in all, everything looks great. Here's one problem, though. Right now my STB is set up with the component cables that the company provided because the TV wouldn't take my HDMI cable. I bought a Belkin HDMI cable from Micro-Center, and when I used it to connect the cable box to the TV, I got some message that said the TV wasn't compatible with HDMI cables. How can that be??? Did anyone else have that problem? Any suggestions? Connecting HDMI to HD-DVR STB I just bought the LNT4661F over President's Day weekend. I love the TV - the picture is awesome, and I switched to the HD DVR box so I could get my HD channels. ... » Read More Connecting HDMI to HD-DVR STB I just bought the LNT4661F over President's Day weekend. I love the TV - the picture is awesome, and I switched to the HD DVR box so I could get my HD channels. All in all, everything looks great. Here's one problem, though. Right now my STB is set up with the component cables that the company provided because the TV wouldn't take my HDMI cable. I bought a Belkin HDMI cable from Micro-Center, and when I used it to connect the cable box to the TV, I got some message that said the TV wasn't compatible with HDMI cables. How can that be??? Did anyone else have that problem? Any suggestions? « Show Less
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Thanks! That makes sense. I did get a message that said something about HDCP. Can you recommend any HDMI cables that are HDCP compatible? I was trying to avoid spending a ton of money on one, but maybe I just have to. I also read on avsforum about firmware updates, etc. I guess I'll try a new cable before contacting Samsung.
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Your cable might not be HDCP compatible. HDCP is the copyright protection protocol used by certain devices, and some HDMI cables that arent HDCP compliant will not work with those devices. Your cable will probably work with xbox 360, PS3, and upconvert dvd players but probably won't work with blu-ray, hd-dvd, and STBs if it isnt HDCP compliant. I've had this problem before.
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Thank you. I bought the S4696D after all and it is pretty spectacular! Unfortunately Time Warner Cable is not quite there yet, they told me that if I got the cable card instead of a cable box, I would not be able to play movies on demand and I would not be able to access some HD channels like ESPN and Discovery in HD (basically the ones worth watching) so I opted for the set top box instead. But regardless, I am ecstatic about the TV! Thanks for your advice.
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Akumar, were you successful? I too have an Apex TV and a laptop PC I want to work together. I can't wait to cancel my cable subscription, and watch programs from the internet on my TV. Which cable did the trick. Any advice? -Audrey
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I've had good luck with D cables (dcables.net), very good quality and low price cables and adapters. (I needed a DVI to HDMI adapter [$9.99] for my Dish HD DVR)
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I want to but the LN46A630 and want to ensure that I get the correct HDMI cable that will support 120 HZ, etc. So what exact product should I get? When folks reply, please give the model # so I know what to get. Thanks!
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I have AT&T; U-verse and I have this switch. I don't use the switch in between the DVR and TV. I use my switch in between my Xbox and Blu-Ray and the TV and haven't had any problems. If you connect HDMI from DVR to TV do you get the same issue?
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Hey my Friend, Thanks for your imput. Just want to get a clear understanding about HDMI and Composite connection differences. My HDTV is 3 years old with composite only connection. Will HD DVD give me 1080i reception capabilty. I now have the Dish 622 reciever and get HD quality no problem. Simply put does the Toshiba HD-A1 HDDVD player have composite connections along with HDMI. Hope I've made myself clear enough. Thanks Much ... RD
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To the best of my knowledge HDMI cables should be backwards compatible, it'd be weird if it wasn't. Is everything else plugged in and connected properly, right TV input etc... Do you have any other HDMI cables to try out?
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I just bought a Samsung LN46A630. In addition to the replies posted re this discussion, I called Samsung directly and they recommended a v1.3 cable. I ordered the Premium HDMI v1.3 cable from Amazon ($9.99). Hope to install this weekend.
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If you are trying to get your tablet to connect with the LNT4061F via an HDMI connection, all I can say is be careful. The HDMI on my LNT4061F never worked properly and when it did "work", I would say that it worked half the time. Because of the issues with HDMI, I went to Samsung's website to check to see if there was a firmware update which might help solve the HDMI. I downloaded the latest firmware update and it fried my TV. I thought there would be a way to undo the update and there was not. I contacted Samsung and all they could say was, "why did you install the firmware?" My answer back to them was, "why didn't you place some type of warning on the update to state that the update might not work and that it might render your TV useless?" No comment on Samsung's part and no they did not offer any type of resolution. It would have been nice if they offered a discount on a new TV or on a replacement board for the TV but they did not. Then again, I have come to expect very little from Samsung in terms of service. We have a refrigerator from them that developed rust after about 13 months and a Samsung dryer with parts that have burned up during use so I know about Samsung. I bought a replacement set from Panasonic and it has been excellent. I have no idea about how Panasonic will be in terms of support but then again, nothing has gone wrong with the TV so... there you go!
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Yes, I took the HDMI cable back to BB and bought component cables. No issues now on turning both the TV and Uverse DVR on at the same time. Talked with Uverse, it's software issue that will be cleared up in future.
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I have it hooked to four cameras i purchased from harbor freight...the way i have it hooked up is very unconventional because my cameras need to be hooked to the mini monitor they came with for their power...so i had to purchase different male and female connectors for it to work...i looked on amazon to see what might work for me and went from there...i decided to go that avenue because the quality of both audio and video from my cameras was worth the extra effort. Most cameras can be hooked to this dvr by obtaining the right connectors.If you need additional help...feel free to ask...i know it can get very frustrating. I have it hooked to four cameras i purchased from harbor freight...the way i have it hooked up is very unconventional because my cameras need to be hooked to the mini monitor they came with for their power...so i had to purchase different male and female connectors for it to work...i looked on amazon to see what might work for me and went from there...i decided to go that avenue because the quality of both audio and video from my cameras was worth the extra effort. Most cameras can be hooked to this dvr by obtaining the right connectors.If you need additional help...feel free to... » Read More I have it hooked to four cameras i purchased from harbor freight...the way i have it hooked up is very unconventional because my cameras need to be hooked to the mini monitor they came with for their power...so i had to purchase different male and female connectors for it to work...i looked on amazon to see what might work for me and went from there...i decided to go that avenue because the quality of both audio and video from my cameras was worth the extra effort. Most cameras can be hooked to this dvr by obtaining the right connectors.If you need additional help...feel free to ask...i know it can get very frustrating. « Show Less
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I guess my cables are HDMI Cables. I looked up Hiteker on amazon and found pictures of the back of this Tv and shows where the cables go. I will keep looking. I have a picture of the back of tv but can not find where to attach a photo on here. :(
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Months ago I understood it did not support HDMI 2. when I spoke to LG executive customer service. I suggest you call them for updates. Many consumers wanted this but I don't know if the got around to a firmware upgrade or it could not be done.I purchased the Samsung 78 inch 9000 series that has it all and the one connect box makes it a better choice of a purchase.The Samsung is sensational.
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Thank you for your advice, Sandra. Yes, I connected the monitor via HDMI. So now I have 3 cable, HDMI, DVI to D-Sub, and DVI to DVI cable. Which cable do you suggest to make a good picture ? Thanks again.
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Thanks so much for the response! My husband suspected as much. The DirectV tech is coming back Sun. 1/1 to install the HD DVR receiver for the sum of $129 which includes running another cable (for $50). We question this extra cable thing and wonder if it will be necessary. I'll report the results. If the problem is not fixed, we will return the set as I refuse to watch a 'stretched out' picture!BTW, our 32' Sumsung (also new) in another room, already on the satellite DVR, does have that setting to enlarge and the picture is fine. HOWEVER, the blacks are too black (dark objects seem to run in together) even though I've tried all the adjustments. Any suggestions?Thanks again. Thanks so much for the response! My husband suspected as much. The DirectV tech is coming back Sun. 1/1 to install the HD DVR receiver for the sum of $129 which includes running another cable (for $50). We question this extra cable thing and wonder if it will be necessary. I'll report the results. If the problem is not fixed, we will return the set as I refuse to watch a 'stretched out' picture!BTW, our 32' Sumsung (also new) in another room, already on the satellite DVR, does have that setting to enlarge and the picture is fine. HOWEVER, the blacks are too black (dark objects... » Read More Thanks so much for the response! My husband suspected as much. The DirectV tech is coming back Sun. 1/1 to install the HD DVR receiver for the sum of $129 which includes running another cable (for $50). We question this extra cable thing and wonder if it will be necessary. I'll report the results. If the problem is not fixed, we will return the set as I refuse to watch a 'stretched out' picture!BTW, our 32' Sumsung (also new) in another room, already on the satellite DVR, does have that setting to enlarge and the picture is fine. HOWEVER, the blacks are too black (dark objects seem to run in together) even though I've tried all the adjustments. Any suggestions?Thanks again. « Show Less
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G., This box can capture over the air (OTA) off your antenna or at standard quality (SD) through RCA cables or S-Video. If your DVR is not HD, then this box will do the trick. If you want HD quality, I recommend using component output (HDMI will not work) with Hauppauge 1212 HD-PVR (not the HD-PVR 2 or Gaming editions). That is what I use to capture video from my DVR. The AVerMedia Home Free Plus works great for OTA recording with Windows 7 (but the SiliconDust HDHomeFree is actually an even better choice for OTA). Also, I have heard some have problems getting the AverMedia to work well with Windows 8. G., This box can capture over the air (OTA) off your antenna or at standard quality (SD) through RCA cables or S-Video. If your DVR is not HD, then this box will do the trick. If you want HD quality, I recommend using component output (HDMI will not work) with Hauppauge 1212 HD-PVR (not the HD-PVR 2 or Gaming editions). That is what I use to capture video from my DVR. The AVerMedia Home Free Plus works great for OTA recording with Windows 7 (but the SiliconDust HDHomeFree is actually an even better choice for OTA). Also, I have heard some have problems getting the AverMedia to work well... » Read More G., This box can capture over the air (OTA) off your antenna or at standard quality (SD) through RCA cables or S-Video. If your DVR is not HD, then this box will do the trick. If you want HD quality, I recommend using component output (HDMI will not work) with Hauppauge 1212 HD-PVR (not the HD-PVR 2 or Gaming editions). That is what I use to capture video from my DVR. The AVerMedia Home Free Plus works great for OTA recording with Windows 7 (but the SiliconDust HDHomeFree is actually an even better choice for OTA). Also, I have heard some have problems getting the AverMedia to work well with Windows 8. « Show Less