DVI/HDMI to Component adapter?

Blue_Tech · 05-19-2005, 02:50 AM

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.

maicaw · 05-19-2005, 04:48 AM

according to this site which sells a computer oriented device that might work for game consoles -
http://www.ramelectronics.net/html/D...converter.html

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** It is not legal to make or sell HDCP capable DVI to analog (VGA - Component) converters**

Blue_Tech · 05-22-2005, 11:51 PM

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

mayhem617 · 05-23-2005, 01:09 PM

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......

RSawdey · 05-23-2005, 04:48 PM

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

Blue_Tech · 05-23-2005, 10:47 PM

Nope, no VGA either.

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

Blue_Tech · 05-25-2005, 01:46 AM

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 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.

RSawdey · 05-25-2005, 06:37 AM

Yep, it's illegal...

kakrohn · 01-09-2006, 07:03 PM

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???

maicaw · 01-09-2006, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kakrohn

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?

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** It is not legal to make or sell HDCP capable DVI to analog (VGA - Component) converters**

kakrohn · 01-09-2006, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maicaw

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?

maicaw · 01-09-2006, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by kakrohn

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?

-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/showthre...=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?

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(*)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

GISMO · 01-09-2006, 09:58 PM

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

maicaw · 01-09-2006, 11:08 PM

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

kakrohn · 01-09-2006, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by maicaw

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

I don't get it???

05-19-2005, 02:50 AM	#1
Blue_Tech Who needs reality? Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 436	DVI/HDMI to Component Video converter? 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. Last edited by Blue_Tech; 05-19-2005 at 03:00 AM.

05-22-2005, 11:51 PM	#3
Blue_Tech Who needs reality? Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 436	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 Sony KV32XBR400 Sony DVD Dream 5.1 system Sony PS2 DishNet 522 Dual Tuner DVR

05-23-2005, 01:09 PM	#4
mayhem617 A couch and an HDTV to go please. Join Date: May 2005 Location: Somerville, MA Age: 30 Posts: 14	same boat as you 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......

05-23-2005, 10:47 PM	#6
Blue_Tech Who needs reality? Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 436	Nope, no VGA either. Guess I'm getting a new set in the near future. __________________ Blue_Tech Sony KV32XBR400 Sony DVD Dream 5.1 system Sony PS2 DishNet 522 Dual Tuner DVR

05-25-2005, 01:46 AM	#7
Blue_Tech Who needs reality? Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 436	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 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. __________________ Blue_Tech Sony KV32XBR400 Sony DVD Dream 5.1 system Sony PS2 DishNet 522 Dual Tuner DVR Last edited by Blue_Tech; 05-25-2005 at 01:49 AM.

05-23-2005, 04:48 PM	#5
RSawdey Mr. Wizard Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Ferndale, Michigan Age: 60 Posts: 5,981	DVI to Component converters don't handle HDCP copy protection, they're only for PCs not HDTVs. You're SOL for the PS3.

05-25-2005, 06:37 AM	#8
RSawdey Mr. Wizard Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Ferndale, Michigan Age: 60 Posts: 5,981	Yep, it's illegal...

01-09-2006, 07:03 PM	#9
kakrohn HD God Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Columbus, Ohio USA Age: 26 Posts: 55	How About This Idea!!!??? 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???

01-09-2006, 09:58 PM	#13
GISMO GISMO Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: RICHMOND VA Posts: 386	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 __________________ MITSUBISHI HD1000 PROJECTOR 120 INCH DIY SCREEN,KENWOOD 7.1 RECEIVER, BOSE VCS-10 CENTER SPEAKER, BOSE 301V FOR FRONTS, BOSE 201V FOR REARS,KENWOOD POWERED SUB.PS3,XBOX360,WII. Last edited by GISMO; 01-09-2006 at 10:12 PM.

01-09-2006, 11:08 PM	#14
maicaw Crabtree's Bludgeon Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,003	some of the people all of the time P T Barnum -- HDTV loves you - Ebay loves you - Is Honest Abe lurking around here too? __________________ --------------signature ------- My HDTV equipment is certified organic - mostly plastic No genetically modified electrons or photons are used in it's operation RocketMan -- Tambourine Man -- Lucy {userName=1},{P/w=1}

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