Use with standard TV signal? How does it perform with an SD signal?
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You can adjust the aspect ratio so that it fills the entire screen, but that would distort the picture somewhat. I like to put it in 4:3 mode, so it looks like a normal picture. Burn-in warnings be damned! But you'll be watching the important stuff through the HD air antenna anyway. I think the SD picture is just okay. It's a bit pixelated (probably because of the size of the TV) and the colors don't seem as sharp as my 23-year old Sony Trinitron. Once you see the HD picture, SD will look that much worse.
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I have the box, and the info of the channel DOES show its broadcast on 1080 for the channels that are listed as HD in the channel guide. I can tell which are HD as the aspect ratio changes on those channels. The reception is awesome. I have a 12yo tv that I've hooked up the box via AV cables and the signal rivals what I'm getting from FiOS.
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I've not used this for HD-SDI but I have used this cable to handle HD Cable Services and Over the Air(HD) signals inside our house with no issues for me. I've also used it as the internal for a Cable Modem Internet connection as well.
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Again, like the previous answer, I'm not quite sure I understand your question also. But as for my answer this unit does not up convert the signal. For example, I used this because my components stopped working so I needed a way to connect my xbox 360 again to the tv. I had plug in this unit to my HDMI port and then plug my xbox 360 into the component input on the unit. Therefore, I had a way to watch/play games again. Hopefully that makes sense.
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You should be able to, yes. I used it to hook up a PS3 to an old coax TV. As long as the device will output an SD signal it should be fine.
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My experience with this unit is the signal is some what degraded you will not get HD
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So far I've been able to only get it to work within a room from one side to the other. I set up a test system between 2 rooms, and I got audio, but the video signal was not strong enough for the TV (LG) set to pick up. It works fine for my application, but what I need it for is pretty limited. Hope this helps.
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If you are looking to output video from your SD box to your TV then No, this will not work. This adapter is used to connect older serial com port devices like switches and modems to newer PCs with USB ports. Custom Windows emulation software is required.
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Thanks N. Singh. Glad to hear about the standard def direct TV box. Still puzzled why the 910 will upconvert the TV signal (both audio and video) coming in via component but only the video and not the audio signal from the DVD player also coming in via component.
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Just pruchased this tv and its great. You should be able to get over the air HD signals if you are near a decent sized city so you will get the major channels in HD with a standard rabbit ears. Basic looks pretty good and it has zoom feature so the SD signal will fit the sreeen. DVDs look good too. i just use the composite hookups from a standsrd dvd and it worked great.
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I have no experience with Direct TV settop boxes or DVRs, but SD is usually only a stereo signal, while HD will be Doby Digital 5.1 audi signal. The Pioneer VSX21 which I own, will have less volume on the 5.1 signal because the available power from the power supply is divided 5 different ways, compared to just two ways with a stereo signal. The Stereo signal should be much louder. Just turn up the volume when listening in the 5.1 DD mode. You should be OK. I have not yet burnt out the amp in the receiver.
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The amp proved to cut out open air channels. I use a Winegard antenna mounted outside the home and a streaming Roku box for all my t.v. needs. Originally I had three digital converter boxes; then later three flat screens. All three hook ups with co-ax (longest tee'd in runs about 50' away) work just fine with reception NOT using the Winegard amp. The amp just sits in a drawer in a zip lock baggie. Your situation might be different; I'll sell you mine VERY reasonable; make me an offer. dann_subs@hotmail.com
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Any will work, it is a standard composite output. I use one that has SDCard on a continuous loop. And monitor it with one of the inputs on my Slingbox. Works great!!
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Generally I believe 8VSB digital TV does not work well anywhere with any TV receiver that is moving. When you are parked or stationary you can use the vehicle adapter to power it. i noticed this on a different brand portable digital TV so it is a factor of the technology and not limited to this receiver.
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To be honest, it really depends. Some channels that are SD look really great. Not HD great, but definitely better than on a CRT or a lower end HD TV. If the channel being broadcast is downright terribly quality, no TV no matter how great can improve the picture. I've often caught myself impressed with watching HBO movies where it looks incredible but when I get within 1 inch of the screen I can tell that the quality is standard def.Trust me though, it's not likely to disappoint you. If you're going to buy this TV though, I highly recommend picking up some HD channels. My eyes actually feel better watching HD chanels than SD channels because of how crisp the picture is. To be honest, it really depends. Some channels that are SD look really great. Not HD great, but definitely better than on a CRT or a lower end HD TV. If the channel being broadcast is downright terribly quality, no TV no matter how great can improve the picture. I've often caught myself impressed with watching HBO movies where it looks incredible but when I get within 1 inch of the screen I can tell that the quality is standard def.Trust me though, it's not likely to disappoint you. If you're going to buy this TV though, I highly recommend picking up some HD channels. My eyes... » Read More To be honest, it really depends. Some channels that are SD look really great. Not HD great, but definitely better than on a CRT or a lower end HD TV. If the channel being broadcast is downright terribly quality, no TV no matter how great can improve the picture. I've often caught myself impressed with watching HBO movies where it looks incredible but when I get within 1 inch of the screen I can tell that the quality is standard def.Trust me though, it's not likely to disappoint you. If you're going to buy this TV though, I highly recommend picking up some HD channels. My eyes actually feel better watching HD chanels than SD channels because of how crisp the picture is. « Show Less
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If you have a standard definition TV, it will not have an HDMI input, so it would be totally useless.SD TV: use the included RCA cables (yellow, red, and white)HD TV: use an HDMI cable (sold separately)
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It looks as good as a non-HDTV.From the few times I've looked at SD tv though, it doesn't utilize widescreen (It's still 4:3 rather than 16:9). So that's something you might want to think about.