Can video processing be bypassed on this unit? For example, with a regular HD TV, I wouldn't want any video processing of the signal by the AV receiver ... just pass the signal through. For a 4K TV, I might want to bypass the unit's video processing and let the TV do the upscaling. Or, I might have a Blu Ray player that can do the upscaling, and prefer to let it do it. Can video processing be bypassed on this unit? For example, with a regular HD TV, I wouldn't want any video processing of the signal by the AV receiver ... just pass the signal through. For a... » Read More Can video processing be bypassed on this unit? For example, with a regular HD TV, I wouldn't want any video processing of the signal by the AV receiver ... just pass the signal through. For a 4K TV, I might want to bypass the unit's video processing and let the TV do the upscaling. Or, I might have a Blu Ray player that can do the upscaling, and prefer to let it do it. « Show Less
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Yes, the receiver allows for pass through, though the up-scaling is top notch.
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I had no use for it so I have not personally tried but I would want to say that it is possible.
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A high definition source coming through any of the four HDMI inputs will be upscaled to 4K. As it happens, Amazon's description saying that there is only one HDMI 2.0 input is wrong: all of the inputs are marked as "HDMI(4K@60Hz)/DVI IN", meaning that they all use HDMI 2.0. (There is only one HDCP 2.2 input, but that's something else entirely.) HDMI 2.0 doesn't really matter at the moment, since there are no current sources that output 4K@60Hz, with the best current sources being at 4K@30Hz, which even HDMI 1.4 can handle. However, there will be 4K@60Hz sources, probably within the next year, and those will require an HDMI 2.0 input, so having HDMI 2.0 inputs is important for the future. On this TV, all of the inputs are HDMI 2.0, but each one is slightly different. HDMI 1 has HDCP 2.2, which is a copy protection scheme that will be required when 4K Blu-ray players come out; HDMI 2 contains the ARC (Audio Return Control) feature, allowing you to plug in a receiver and send the receiver's video signal into the TV while simultaneously sending the TV's audio back to the receiver without using a separate audio cable; HDMI 3 allows a Deep Color (10 bit) source to be plugged in; while HDMI 4 is designed for MHL (Mobile High-definition Link), allowing you to plug in a mobile phone. Frankly, I would like to see HDCP 2.2, ARC, and Deep Color all available on the same input, but with the 2014 LG TVs, you have to choose which feature you want. At least they have HDCP 2.2 available on one of their inputs, which is good since the TV industry is really pushing to make it mandatory. But again, all of this stuff has nothing to do with upscaling. All of the inputs will upscale to 4K.
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Is it possible to pass through component video such as a Wii to HDMI on this unit. I know the VSX-919AH-K can do it. I would put these 2 in the same class. I just need a pass through from Component to HDMI, do not need the up-conversion. I really like the Onkyos ability to regulate sound such as TV commercials to normal levels, I really really hate this when watching TV. I have 2 old Kenwood THX receivers that cant do anything about it and only support Component video.
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Dear Peter,Thanks for your inquiry. Since there are no 4K or UHD discs available, the Blu-ray player itself does not upscale. There are however, many audio receivers that do upscaling and perhaps that is what you are asking. Hope that makes things clearer for you.Regards,Eric CohenWorld Wide Stereo
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I had the same question. Glad to hear that there is no video lag. On the same note, I have a similar question: I would like to connect my Nintendo Wii through this receiver as well. Will this model take analog component and pipe it out over HDMI? The setup I currently have does not have component-in, so I will be using this as a hub for the time being. I realize there may be some input-lag due to conversion, I just want to confirm that this device would accept analog component input and then be able to push it out over HDMI. Any info would be appreciated!
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You can assign what input Video One/Two/Three uses on the fly through the set-up menu. I didn't think my unit would pass HD until I figured out the input mode needed a source assigned. After assigning Video One to HD1 I was off to the races.
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Not sure on this one but if you can settle for a 1x2 splitter I just received a "2 port 1x2 hdmi splitter v 1.3 compatible c1.4 3d 1080p switcher 5 8 ps3 xbox360 DVD blue- ray" today (March 18) and it does bypass the HDCP on my ps4. I'm using an elgato game capture.
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Double check that you plugged the HDMI cable into a output port. It has in and out HDMI. (4 in and 1 out) Page 23 of the manual. "Video input signals flow through the AV receiver as shown, with composite video and component video sources all being upconverted for the HDMI output. The composite video and component video outputs pass through their respective input signals as they are."
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No, There is no HDMI port or HDMI pass thru ports as on some AV recievers. If ALL your other equipment is plugged in to this strip you should have no problem with power spikes getting thru to your equipment. I have not heard of surge protection on HDMI line but they come out with new things all the time.
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Not sure if this is the answer you're looking for, but my issue is with component input from satellite receiver and especially when there are changes in screen format at commercial break, and/or heavy action scenes like bright flashes/explosions, etc. I DO not find that there are any issues with hdmi input from my blu-ray player or DVD/VCR.Appears to me that there is an issue processing the action quickly enough. I contacted Onkyo online a month ago and never received a reply.
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Not sure if this is the answer you're looking for, but my issue is with component input from satellite receiver and especially when there are changes in screen format at commercial break, and/or heavy action scenes like bright flashes/explosions, etc. I DO not find that there are any issues with hdmi input from my blu-ray player or DVD/VCR. Appears to me that there is an issue processing the action quickly enough. I contacted Onkyo online a month ago and never received a reply.
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Dear Peter, Thanks for your inquiry. Since there are no 4K or UHD discs available, the Blu-ray player itself does not upscale. There are however, many audio receivers that do upscaling and perhaps that is what you are asking. Hope that makes things clearer for you. Regards, Eric Cohen World Wide Stereo
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The instruction manual, which I viewed as a pdf on the Onkyo website is a little ambiguous when it comes to a pass-through signal, I know this unit is a repeater so direct pass-through is unlikely; there is an option to have the amp pass the sound to the TV and simply turn down the A/V amp volume; but the unit has to be on; I didn't see any mention of it working with the unit turned off. I can't tell you any more at this point as I haven't received the unit yet; should arrive tomorrow!
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Yes its relatively easy with any of these kind of devices. But remember you are always going to be converting HD signals with resolutions of 1920x1080i and 1280x720 to DVD format which is 720x480. There is a more complicated method if you have a blu-ray player. You can convert them to AVCHD and get around 2 hours of full HD on a dual layer DVD+R.
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The answer to your question does really depends on what you are looking for. I certainly recommend evaluating your needs in an AV receiver. For instance, forget all about the bells and whistles of marketing but review it from your need. Example, you might not want a 4K pass-through capable receiver if you don't have a 4K capable TV, etc. Less features will often save you some money and get an older model too. You don't need the latest and greatest.Sorry this didn't answer your question but what I recommend might not be applicable to you, therefore, search amazon. :)
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Does anyone know anything about the function of "upconvert" on this receiver? Will it upconvert any video inputs at all?
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Also another note... What I hate about this unit unlike the older 573, this won't even let 480p pass through let alone upscale. Took me forever to figure this out when my Wii set to progressive scan wouldn't show a picture. Same goes with GameCube when you say YES to progressive scan for a game. I do not understand why it can't at least allow pass through. The 573 would actually upscale! And the 575 would allow pass through. This is annoying for an original Xbox where some game support 480i,480p,720p and 1080i... I have to change the settings on the system all the freaking time. This seems like something that can be fixed on firmware update... Also another note... What I hate about this unit unlike the older 573, this won't even let 480p pass through let alone upscale. Took me forever to figure this out when my Wii set to progressive scan wouldn't show a picture. Same goes with GameCube when you say YES to progressive scan for a game. I do not understand why it can't at least allow pass through. The 573 would actually upscale! And the 575 would allow pass through. This is annoying for an original Xbox where some game support 480i,480p,720p and 1080i... I have to change the settings on the system all the freaking time. This seems... » Read More Also another note... What I hate about this unit unlike the older 573, this won't even let 480p pass through let alone upscale. Took me forever to figure this out when my Wii set to progressive scan wouldn't show a picture. Same goes with GameCube when you say YES to progressive scan for a game. I do not understand why it can't at least allow pass through. The 573 would actually upscale! And the 575 would allow pass through. This is annoying for an original Xbox where some game support 480i,480p,720p and 1080i... I have to change the settings on the system all the freaking time. This seems like something that can be fixed on firmware update... « Show Less