I have a optoma H31 projector, that according to spec can display high definition. It has DVI and component inputs. I have it currently hooked up using component from my Onkyo receiver. I would like to connect HDMI sources such as Chromecast or Apple TV to the receiver so I can use the projector. The receiver only takes component or composite input. Is there a converter that would work in this situation? Are there anythings I need to watch out for?
HDMI to component converter recommendations
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Amazon product ASIN B00JVNUAEIAmazon lists several others. This has the best ratings.
The big stumbling block with these converters is the HDCP handshake. This is used for copy protection and sometimes causes the video to either blank or downconvert to 480i. The reviews don't seem to show that for this product though.
The big stumbling block with these converters is the HDCP handshake. This is used for copy protection and sometimes causes the video to either blank or downconvert to 480i. The reviews don't seem to show that for this product though.
Amazon product ASIN B009K44C38
Since you have DVI on it you just need a passive cable to convert your HDMI to DVI. The DVI port on the Optoma H31 projector has HDCP on it.
Since you have DVI on it you just need a passive cable to convert your HDMI to DVI. The DVI port on the Optoma H31 projector has HDCP on it.
Is that what he was asking. He mentioned connecting through a receiver which is why I answered as I did.
I'm not sure you could plug a Chromecast into a DVI cable and have it work. Might, but I've never seen it. You would at the very least need a F/F adapter,
I'm not sure you could plug a Chromecast into a DVI cable and have it work. Might, but I've never seen it. You would at the very least need a F/F adapter,
Thanks! I have to connect it via the receiver as the projector is installed from the ceiling and I have cables running behind the dry wall from the receiver to the projector. Right now, running a HDMI->DVI cable is not a good option, but I do agree that would work better.
Have you thought about an HDMI to Component cable like this one?
http://www.amazon.com/eForCity-538581-HDMI-Cable-5-Feet/dp/B005QWH4QA This cable should work with your receiver.
http://www.amazon.com/eForCity-538581-HDMI-Cable-5-Feet/dp/B005QWH4QA This cable should work with your receiver.
That cable will not work. One cannot directly connect HDMI to component without a converter, as I understand it by reading the reviews.
This is the best one I've ever used: http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/770115-REG/KanexPro_HDRGBRL_HDMI_to_Component_Converter.html
Thats a pretty interesting question. I'll try it this weekend @ home with a projector using a hdmi/dvi cable.
Converters are required if you need audio. But if the stick is connected to the Sound system first then an HDMI/DVI cable would do.
I believe you may need an HDMI to DVI adapter for it to work. There's actually quite a lot on Ebay and make sure to get the premium ones.
