HDMI Switcher Problem
02-25-07, 03:07 AM
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HDMI Switcher Problem
I didn't really know if any existing thread was the right place for this, so I'm starting a new one.
I just purchased a 5x1 HDMI switcher with remote from monoprice. I've plugged my HD-A1 and PS3 into it, and then fed it into the TV. The HD-A1 gives me an HDMI Error on any input except the 5th, and the PS3 won't give me any picture at all (but the TV is recognizing that it's getting fed a 1080p signal). Anyone have any idea what's going on with this? I'm using a Sony KDL-40V2500.
Edit: As it turns out, even the 5th input won't give me a stable connection, as it cuts out after a few minutes. I went to Monoprice's website, and it specified that slot 5 will work with the PS3, except that it isn't working, and it won't help me if slot 5 is the only one that will work with the HD-A1.
I just purchased a 5x1 HDMI switcher with remote from monoprice. I've plugged my HD-A1 and PS3 into it, and then fed it into the TV. The HD-A1 gives me an HDMI Error on any input except the 5th, and the PS3 won't give me any picture at all (but the TV is recognizing that it's getting fed a 1080p signal). Anyone have any idea what's going on with this? I'm using a Sony KDL-40V2500.
Edit: As it turns out, even the 5th input won't give me a stable connection, as it cuts out after a few minutes. I went to Monoprice's website, and it specified that slot 5 will work with the PS3, except that it isn't working, and it won't help me if slot 5 is the only one that will work with the HD-A1.
Last edited by Supermallet; 02-25-07 at 03:14 AM.
02-25-07, 08:56 AM
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Your edit hits the nail on the head - this is faulty hardware that MP knows about. Believe it or not, that $25 cheap 2x1 switcher works every time, while the fancier ones have been problematic.
Your specific model seems like its defective, however. You may try booting the PS3/A1 fully THEN switching over to the input on your TV. This seems to help with HDCP errors.
Your specific model seems like its defective, however. You may try booting the PS3/A1 fully THEN switching over to the input on your TV. This seems to help with HDCP errors.
