HDMI to HDMI Cable alternatives?

All components run through Onkyo receiver using Component Video IN/OUT HDMI quality cables. Samsung HD with 1080 and 5.1 surround sound. Apple Stores does not offer, nor Fry's, compatible cable from apple tv 2nd gen to work with receiver. The entire system set up perfectly using Component Video IN/OUT cables, including last year's install of AirPort Express.
Any suggestions since I will not reconfigure all the cables to a system that is working flawlessly?

the Samsung HD tv, CD player, surround sound, AT&T cable, Wii, AirPort Express are connected to the receiver. the receiver has digital optical IN 1,2, 3 and OUT ... but nothing is connected to any digitial optical ports. the cabinet which houses everything is built into the space which was created by the home builder seven years ago.
that said, are you suggesting to connect apple tv HDMI cables using a converter which then uses one of the digital optical ports?

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Welcome to the Apple Community.
It's do-able, but I don't think it's a great idea.
DVI
Some users with DVI have managed to get their TV's to work with DVI-HDMI cables. DVI carries no audio, so alternative connections need to be explored to enable audio. DVI doesn't necessarily support HDCP as well as other standards used by HDMI (which may or may not be an issue)
Analogue
There are hardware converters that will convert HDMI to various other types of output, however there are some issues with doing so that you should be aware of.
HDCP
HDCP compliant converters will not allow you to watch HDCP protected content such as that from the iTunes Store. Non compliant converters exist but we cannot discuss them under the Terms of Use for these communities.
Resolution and aspect ratio
I'm not aware of any converters that will scale the output from the Apple TV, any TV or projector which is used will need to be widescreen and support resolutions of 720p (Apple TV 2), 720p/1080p (Apple TV 3)
DAC
DAC (Example Only - Not a recommendation or suggestion that this is suitable in your circumstances)

Issue playing movies downloaded from iTunes on TV when linked to computer via HDMI cable.

Recently I purchased the advance digital copy of "Star Trek Into Darkness" as it was it was released just in time for moving some people into another state; we planned to watch it when we rested for the day. After hooking my windows 7 laptop up to a Samsung flatscreen TV using an HDMI cable, iTunes refused to play the movie. It would play when the computer was disconnected from the TV, and the same error would appear when reconnected. The error stated that I had to be connected to an "HDCP compatible device."
Is this some way of iTunes forbidding me from watching movies downloaded from their service when connected to an exterior device? My computer has no issues playing other content, such as netflix, when connected to a TV.
For me it's pointless to buy movies now from iTunes; I feel like I've wasted $20. Why on earth would I want to sit in front of a computer to watch it when there's a TV five times the size available?

Hello happylilvampyr,
Unfortunately, this is due to a lack of HDCP support provided by the TV in use. More information regarding HDCP can be found in the following article.
iTunes for Windows: Unable to view or play HD video content that requires HDCP
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3354
As an alternative, you can always download the movie in standard definition, which will allow for viewing on non-HDCP devices.
When you purchase an HD video on a supported device or computer, only HD video will be downloaded. To download the SD version, you need to download the video again from your Purchased page. Conversely, if you purchase an HD video on an unsupported device, the SD version will be downloaded. Then, you will need to download the HD version from your Purchased page. Learn more about downloading previous purchases.
iTunes: Purchasing and viewing HD videos
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3209
Cheers,
Allen

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Please give me the name of the connector for the laptop. Is it a "display port"?

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Have Hdmi on my HP and on my TV. Need to run about 59 ft from the computer to the TV. Have read that is too long for a good signal.
Want to show pictures.
Advice???
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While a high-quality (read expensive) HDMI cable of sufficient length for your application should work, you may encounter video signal degradation that may render the image unrecognizable. Alternatively, you could use an HDMI over Cat5e/Cat6 Extender, such as THESE.
If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
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Hello Claire
I presume you use your notebook with original preinstalled OS that you got with your notebook so it should work without problems.
Connect your notebook to the TV with HDMI cable. If your TV has several HDMI ports please enable right port on TV and after doing this use FN+F5 key combination to switch from notebook to the TV.
When you use FN+F5 key combination can you see several options including HDMI option?

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It is my understanding that 'VGA' is analog and HDMI is digital....from what I have read it won't work without a convert
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the converter...VGA to HDMI...
http://www.vgatohdmi.net/
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Have you opened SYSTEM PREFERENCES>DISPLAYS? You make your settings there. For details, please look at the column on the right labeled 'More Like This'.
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Hdmi cable will not work on ipad1

Have ipad1 with apple hdmi connector & 25' hdmi cable iOS on ipad1 is 5.1.1 will not connect
Anyone else have this issue?

There is no HDMI support on iPad 1
You need to use one these
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC748ZM/A/apple-composite-av-cable?fnode=3a
OR
http://www.amazon.com/EZOPower-Component-Micro-USB-iPhone-Classic/dp/B008FHK75S/ ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1373689248&sr=8-10&keywords=Apple+iPad+component+AV+cabl e
http://www.amazon.com/RF-AP301-30-Pin-Component-AV-USB/dp/B005G5ONMA/ref=sr_1_5? ie=UTF8&qid=1373689248&sr=8-5&keywords=Apple+iPad+component+AV+cable
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In some versions of Mac OS X, with the Displays pane open, holding the Option key will show the detect displays button in the lower right.
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Been trying to locate a USB to HDMI cable or converter (at a reasonable price) but all I found is a displayport or mini displayport to HDMI cable/converter.
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Thanks a lot for your assistance.

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HT4108 I'm trying to connect my iPad to my tv so that I can mirror whatever is on my iPad. I want to stream movies online and watch on the tv. I have the digital av adapter and an hdmi cable but it's not working. Any tips ?

I'm trying to connect my iPad to my tv so that I can mirror whatever is on my iPad. I want to stream movies online and watch on the tv. I have the digital av adapter and an hdmi cable but it's not working. Any tips ?

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http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC748ZM/A/apple-composite-av-cable?fnode=3a
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Help using a mini display port to HDMI cable with MacBook Air and TV

Hi, Apple gurus. I need help setting up my MacBook Air to my Vizio TV using a mini display port to HDMI cable that I just purchased on Amazon.
And here's info about my MacBook Air:
In the Amazon reviews, someone posted the following how-tos, which aren't working for me:
1. Plug in both ends, mini display port on your macbook and the HDMI on any available port on your LCD.
2. Go to upper left Apple menu and scroll down to system preference. Or use your FINDER from the dock, go to applications, then system preference.
3. Click on Displays
4. Click on DETECT DISPLAY
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6. Click the box that says MIRROR DISPLAYS.
7. Go back into system preferences and go to SOUNDS which is located under HARDWARE.
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Regarding step #8, HDMI didn't appear in the list — I only see "internal speakers."
So, what am I doing wrong? Or, did I buy the wrong cable?
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Or you need to get an appropriate adaptor. The Griffin adaptor sold on Apple's Online Store will work with a standard HDMI cable.

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If you are having issues using your external display with your MacBook Pro, check the article below to continue your troubleshooting with resetting the SMC as well. Work your way down the article if you still are having issues after that.
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https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201177
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