HDMI port problems on new Apple TV.

Any other issues out there with HDMI ports being a poor fit to the HDMI cable? If I wiggle the cable it works, but not a good connection. Should I exchange it or is this a pervasive issue?

Do you have another cable you could try? One of the units we use had a similar issue where when I wiggled the cable it would be ok, and I thought the same thing at first, but after swapping out with a different cable it works fine.

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Now I am thinking about getting audio by connecting the optical audio of the Apple TV to my stereo receiver to solve this issue.
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My shopping list atm would basically be:
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Do you think this might work?
My goal is only to get sound, doesn't need to be super quality
Feedback from a cable expert would be very much appreciated.
Thank you very much in advance!!!
Martin

Jim, thank you so much for your answer.
That's what I was worrying about, I also think that the audio inputs of my Sony STR-D315 receiver are only analog. My Sony TV has audio input but unfortuntately it's not optical
A "TOSLINK to analog RCA converter" really sounds like the only solution. Would this be an appropriate one?
http://www.canadacomputers.com/productinfo.php?cPath=5_72_73&itemid=032471
I really like the new Apple TV but want to avoid buying a new receiver (or even TV). So thanks a lot for your help.
Have a good evening & all the best,
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H,
I have a HP Envy dv7 running Windows 8.1 and until recently my HDMI connection to the various TV sets in my home has been ok. But recently problems have been occurring. The TV screen flickers badly, audio problems and sometimes it says No Signal. I have used several differnet HDMI cables so i know it is not the cable, it can only be the HDMI port I believe. I don't think it is wear and tear as the Laptop is only about 16 months old, but if it is cannot the port be replaced?
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Cheers.

Hello OddjobBob,
Welcome to the HP Forums!
I understand the HDMI port appears to be faulty, as indicated by your descriptive post. Unfortunately, you cannot replace the individual HDMI port on this model, as indicated by the product's maintenance and service guide.
At this point, I would take it to a local repair shop, or call HP directly. If you choose to call HP, you can utilize this website to learn how to contact HP appropriately, based on your region: Contact HP Worldwide
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OM
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