DVI/HDMI to Component adapter?

A DVI and/or HDMI to Component adapter/converter.

Does it exist? I have found some very exspensive little boxes that appear to possibly do the trick, but I'm not sure. I'm asking because I have a Sony Wega XBR, and it uses component inputs compatible up to 1080i, but all the new devices coming out now seem to only have DVI and/or HDMI.

I realize that whatever the device is, it is essentially decoding the digital data and the output will be analog component.

I love gaming, and the specs have been released on the PS3, and it is equipped with 1 A/V out, and 2 HDMI outs. And all the games will be 720 or 1080 by design. Considering I jumped on the HighDef wagon 4 years ago and paid out the nose for a TV that still has a fabulous picture, I'm going to wring what I can out of this thing.

according to this site which sells a computer oriented device that might work for game consoles -
http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/DVI_ADC-converter.html
** It is not legal to make or sell HDCP capable DVI to analog (VGA - Component) converters**

So, in other words, I'm S.O.L.? What a way for the industry to thank us for our support of their technology.

Blue tech I'm in the same boat as you but does your TV have a VGA port? Mine does but no HDMI or DMI. I just bought mine 3months ago for a grand!
this shi* should be backwards compatible to some degree.

However, if you have a VGA port that link would work! But it's over 300bucks...... :(

DVI to Component converters don't handle HDCP copy protection, they're only for PCs not HDTVs. You're SOL for the PS3.

Nope, no VGA either.

Guess I'm getting a new set in the near future.

Ok, does anyone have experience with receivers that offer HDMI/DVI switching capabilities?

Will these devices take the HDMI input and pass it through to the component monitor outputs.

Denon AVR-5805 Receiver (http://www.crutchfield.com/S-yrEq7yLtrPT/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?g=10420&id=morephotos&pi=2&i=033AV5805B&display=XL#Tab) shows the connections, but does not say if it will pass the HDMI signal on to the component outputs.

I suppose the copy protection law makes this illegal as well, so maybe my pursuit is moot.

Yep, it's illegal...

My Samsung DVD-V9500 up-converts via HDMI output. I want to connect it to my Denon surround reciever via component input. Then change from component-out to DVI-in for my DLP projector.

I bought a HDCP compliant "HDMI-to-DVI adapter" and then plan on connecting a "DVI-to-component cable". From my basic thinking... this should work.

Anyone have experince with this???

I bought a HDCP compliant "HDMI-to-DVI adapter" and then plan on connecting a "DVI-to-component cable". From my basic thinking... this should work. Anyone have experince with this???what part of this previous post (#2) didn't you understand?Quote:
** It is not legal to make or sell HDCP capable DVI to analog (VGA - Component) converters**

what part of this previous post (#2) didn't you understand?

Ok, well... as illegal as YOU say it is... they are being sold all over online... and even at BestBuy.

I am converting HDMI to DVI... both are digital. Then DVI to component. So the adapter I'm using is not illegal... I guess, according to you, just the way I'm hooking it up is.

What about of... "will this work?"... don't you understand?

:confused:

Ok, well... as illegal as YOU say it is... they are being sold all over online... and even at BestBuy.
I am converting HDMI to DVI... both are digital. Then DVI to component. So the adapter I'm using is not illegal... I guess, according to you, just the way I'm hooking it up is. What about of... "will this work?"... don't you understand?
:confused:-there's no YPbPr analog signal on your DVI - kinda hard to keep up with you --same queries in two threads http://www.highdefforum.com/showthread.php?p=102114&posted=1#post102114- most of those cords say for use with ATI video cards - ATI sells a convertor dongle foa about $20 - but it's only used when RGB is present on the DVI - I have one myself- did you read the fine print on ebay?
Quote:
(*)The Cable Not Support your Computer Monitor Video Port, or Y , Cr, Cb Video. Your Video Source Must Provide a YpbPr Component Video Signal form the DVI-I Video Ports to Use Cable

kakrohn did it work?i need to do the same if it works.hd dvd players only will work with hdmi. i only have component hook ups.THANK YOU

:bowdown: P T Barnum -- HDTV loves you - Ebay loves you - Is Honest Abe lurking around here too?

:bowdown: P T Barnum -- HDTV loves you - Ebay loves you - Is Honest Abe lurking around here too?

I don't get it???

kakrohn did it work?i need to do the same if it works.hd dvd players only will work with hdmi. i only have component hook ups.THANK YOU

I will find out very soon... I just ordered the 2 cables over the weekend... so hopefully I'll know this coming weekend.

I'll keep everyone updated on this thread!

-there's no YPbPr analog signal on your DVI - kinda hard to keep up with you --same queries in two threads http://www.highdefforum.com/showthread.php?p=102114&posted=1#post102114- most of those cords say for use with ATI video cards - ATI sells a convertor dongle foa about $20 - but it's only used when RGB is present on the DVI - I have one myself- did you read the fine print on ebay?

No computer is being used in this setup. DVD (HDMI) to surround reciever(Component) to projector (DVI).

No computer is being used in this setup. DVD (HDMI) to surround reciever(Component) to projector (DVI).the ebay site says it best -repeated fom about 6 posts backQuote:
(*)The Cable Not Support your Computer Monitor Video Port, or Y , Cr, Cb Video. Your Video Source Must Provide a YpbPr Component Video Signal form the DVI-I Video Ports to Use Cable Since you have spent the $40 - count it as tuition for HDMI 101 - bye :hithere: P. T. Barnum (http://en.wikiquote.org/wiki/P._T._Barnum)

I am going to use the component outputs from my VIP211 HD sat reciever to my TV, instead of the HDMI output that I currently use. My TV supports one DVI, and 2 component inputs. Then I can use the HDMI output jack from my Samsung DVD-VR325 upconverting dvd/vcr to my TV DVI inputs. I think this will work fine instead of trying to use HDMI/Component adapters from the DVD:yippee:

Should work for my issues anyway!

Illegal? comments please:


HDMI to VGA (RGBHV) or Component Converter
Features/Specifications
An Ideal solution for those of you that have an older Analogue LCD , Plasma, or Projector without a Digital HDMI or DVI input.

This clever little device will convert HDMI or DVI and convert it to VGA or Component!

Output YPbPr/RGB switchable. Plug and Play, easy to install.





[QUOTE=Blue_Tech]A DVI and/or HDMI to Component adapter/converter.

Does it exist?

mistake on post

so what does this do then:

http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=160202429846&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=006

if not convert HDMI to VGA and then to Component?

I would start here.. check out their tutorials too. I think you will pick up a lot more good info than on ebay.
Just a suggestion.

http://www.ramelectronics.net/audio-video/video-converters/c10000-c11200-p1.html

http://www.ramelectronics.net/howto-av.ep