My mum has an old Samsung TV that has HDMI ports but no USB. Is it possible to get a converter so I can get her Amazon or Apple TV?
You don't need a USB interface on the TV, some people use then to power the HDMI dongles but the FireTV stick doesn't recommend this because USB ports on TVs cannot always supply enough power to give best performance.When you buy a Fire tV stick it comes with a power adapter of its own that you can plug in to the wall. You can then plug it into the HDMI port on the TV.
Watching Roku with an HDMI converter box?
I recently bought a Roku 1 for my TV. But my TV is an older HDTV (Emprex model 3201). It doesn't have an HDMI port and standard RCA red/white/yellow cables don't seem worthwhile since it will be such low quality. I purchased an HDMI converter box to connect HDMI to the YPbPr ports on the TV. I'm able to access the Roku menu screen without a problem but for some reason it won't show the video when I select a movie/episode. There's sound, and I can see the progress bar when I hit "pause" but there's no video visible. Any idea what might be causing this? I tried switching from 720p to 16:9 and 4:3 but it didn't work.
Connecting a roku 3 to dual tvs, what hdmi splitter?
Trying to connect a roku 3 to two tvs, I would like to be able to display it on one screen at a time, or both. I'm looking for an hdmi splitter on amazon, but can't figure out which one will work. Looking for something under 10 dollars, 20 at the most.
How many HDMI ports do I need for a TV?
I second Tim Johnson’s answer that it all depends on wether you have an AV receiver. If you have one this will be the device handling your inputs and not the TV.Regardless of setup, the number of HDMI inputs should be at least equal to the number of devices you have. For example a typical home theater setup has a Blu-Ray player, a set-top box and a cable subscription so this would amount to a total of 3 HDMI inputs.I recommend keeping at least one additional free port, in case you need to connect a portable device. Some AV receivers have a front-facing HDMI port for such purposes.
Roku with coax cable? My old TV uses coax cable, no HDMI. Better to buy new TV?
My older TV (Toshiba CRT) has only the coax input for my cable TV source. Is there a Roku set-top box or similar with a coax output? I have internet service thru a telephone landline; there is a splitter which feeds my desktop PC - this works fine, but now I can't afford $140/mo. There seems to be lots of advice online for cable cutting, but all seem to address only flat-screen units with HDMI. Must I spend $250+ a new set?
Do I need a HDMI splitter that supports HDCP 2.2? Any recommendations?
I have a Tivo, Roku, and Blu-Ray player call connected to my HDCP 2.2 receiver with hdmi cables. Then I have a hdmi cable going out of the receiver to a hdcp 2.2 4k tv. I want to split the signal coming out of the receiver and send it to two locations that will have 1080p non hdcp 2.2 tv's (samsung 40j6200). Will this hdmi splitter work? Will I have any problems with copy protection (hdcp 2.2) now or in the future if I upgrade to a 4k Blu-Ray player? What is the maximum length hdmi cable I can use from the splitter's out ports?
Does the Roku Streaming Stick work on both TVs and desktop/laptop computers?
I doubt it, because from my understanding Streaming sticks plug into your TV’s HDMI input port.Unfortunately there are no Input HDMI ports on 99% of the laptops that you might find. The HDMI ports on most laptops are Output only.
Which HDMI port should I use? (HDMI ARC / HDMI STB / HDMI DVI)?
As far as picture quality and "maintaining a better signal" (whatever that means) goes then all the HDMI ports are the same. There are some differences though when connecting other equipment. These are: HDMI ARC - if your have a latest generation surround kit then save this input for connecting that device. ARC stands for Audio Return Channel. It's a way of getting sound from the TV via a HDMI cable; it means less wires. HDMI DVI - HDMI has audio in the same cable. DVI does not*. So to get sound from a DVI source then there has to be a second connection - usually RCA/phono sockets - that go live when the DVI input option is selected. This doesn't apply to you. Your console sends both picture and sound out via the HDMI. If you have just the console and the TV i.e. no other audio equipment or surround sound, then connect to either HDMI ARC or HDMI STB. That'll give you picture and sound without needing to select any additional modes. * the exception is non-spec modified DVI socket on certain PC tower video cards, but they are the exception and not the rule If this or any other response was helpful then remember to vote for a Best Answer, thanks
I have a Roku Streaming Stick that worked perfectly, now doesn't work, what could be wrong with it?
Main problem everyone facing is streaming quality, speed, setup of Roku streaming stick and internet connection.Connect the roku stick by HDMI port then Connect USB to the Adapter.ON TV > HDMI > Roku activation code > select language > Start roku.Where you place the router is very important because it changes the speed of the internet, best you can place it in middle of your house .Adjust antenna for clear view of streaming. Avoid placing your router near electronic device.Network setup by Roku remote:Five times Press the home button > Three times press the rewind button > Forward fast button 2 times.Roku Activation Code > playback debugging > Exit.If Users finds other issues call this toll free number +1-844-965-4357or visit Roku Activation code
How do I add Roku on my Visio smart TV?
Roku devices generally attach to a TV using an HDMI port. Your Visio smart TV should have at least 1, and possibly as many as 3 HDMI ports. Your home must also have WiFi so that the Roku device can connect to the internet.The Roku device plugs into to wall for power, and then into one of your TV’s HDMI ports. You will change the Input on your TV to match the HDMI port you have connected the Roku to (e.g. HDMI 2). Once you do this, you will see the Roku setup screen and will continue from there to connect to the internet.Once Roku is setup, the “smart TV” features of your Visio will typically no longer be needed.