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Breaux · 12-09-2008, 01:24 AM

I have a pre HDMI, HDTV, and would like to know if it is possible to connect the HDMI cable, with an adapter to the DVI port of my HDTV set.

Beta Man · 12-09-2008, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Breaux

I have a pre HDMI, HDTV, and would like to know if it is possible to connect the HDMI cable, with an adapter to the DVI port of my HDTV set.

Absolutely.

Breaux · 12-09-2008, 01:28 AM

Would it be able to play blu-ray ?

crackinhedz · 12-09-2008, 01:37 AM

get an HDMI-DVI cable...not an adapter.

and yes, you can play bluray up to 1080p.

Beta Man · 12-09-2008, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Breaux

Would it be able to play blu-ray ?

yes, you can still get 1080p resolution I believe (although your t.v. is probably 1080i right?)

Sith · 12-09-2008, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by crackinhedz

get an HDMI-DVI cable...not an adapter.

and yes, you can play bluray up to 1080p.

what's up crackman....givin somemore good abvise i see...

This Guinness is for you homie...

crackinhedz · 12-09-2008, 01:47 AM

Breaux · 12-09-2008, 04:06 AM

Awesome information!
More specifically, I have a DVI slot that's labeled: M-Link / DVI-HD. It has different pins slots than DVI cable you suggested.
Is this a proprietary cable? I can't find it on MonoPrice.
I would love to use my current HDTV for PS3 and Blu-ray movies.

Bizdady · 12-09-2008, 04:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Breaux

Awesome information!
More specifically, I have a DVI slot that's labeled: M-Link / DVI-HD. It has different pins slots than DVI cable you suggested.
Is this a proprietary cable? I can't find it on MonoPrice.
I would love to use my current HDTV for PS3 and Blu-ray movies.

Whats your TV Model?

Driver_King · 12-09-2008, 04:13 AM

I'm sure it's the same thing. M-Link sounds like a Monster Cable name

and DVI-HD sounds like DVI (HD). They all should mean the same thing. DVI.

DavidAg02 · 12-09-2008, 04:17 AM

DVI does not carry audio, so you will need some additional audio cables to either connect to your TV or a receiver.

Breaux · 12-09-2008, 04:17 AM

My HDTV is a Mitsubishi WS-48613
49" 1080i

Driver_King · 12-09-2008, 04:22 AM

Before I go to bed, read this since you will probably find it useful for getting into Blu-ray's true capabilities with audio (50+% of the experience in my opinion).

This may also be useful.

Breaux · 12-09-2008, 04:29 AM

Thanks,
My receiver is a Yamaha RX-V1400 with the ENERGY 5.1 system.
I want to know more and appreciate the help.

Aerodude73 · 12-09-2008, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Driver_King

Before I go to bed, read this since you will probably find it useful for getting into Blu-ray's true capabilities with audio (50+% of the experience in my opinion).

This may also be useful.

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).

Great link though seriously. When I do get my player, I will just refer to that link for hookups, questions, and as You offered, PM you if I have further questions.

I've said it before, i'll say it again: I FREAKIN' LOVE THIS SITE!!! Everyone is super helpful from Newbies to more advanced Audio/Cine-files alike!

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Breaux · 12-09-2008, 07:10 PM

HDMI / DVI cables to pre HDMI HDTV will work; if the display is HDCP compliant.
They will play Blu-ray and Ps3.
This information came directly from MonoPrice technical support.
Great site!

Jacobisthe · 12-09-2008, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Breaux

I have a pre HDMI, HDTV, and would like to know if it is possible to connect the HDMI cable, with an adapter to the DVI port of my HDTV set.

Is your tv hdcp becuase if it isn't a converter won't work

Breaux · 12-31-2008, 04:41 PM

I now have a PS3, and have been enjoying HD gaming and Blu-ray movies on my 52" Mitsubishi 1080i/HDTV (pre HDMI). It is connected with cables from MONOPRICE (HDMI/DVI) directly to the DVI port for video and optical cables for audio.
It's awesome!
I'm not sure why anyone would want any other Blu-ray player.
Thanks for all the cyber help, you ROCK!

12-09-2008, 01:24 AM	#1
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	New to Blu-ray. I have a pre HDMI, HDTV, and would like to know if it is possible to connect the HDMI cable, with an adapter to the DVI port of my HDTV set.

12-09-2008, 01:28 AM	#3
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	Thanks Would it be able to play blu-ray ?

12-09-2008, 04:06 AM	#8
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	More detail about HDMI / DVI Awesome information! More specifically, I have a DVI slot that's labeled: M-Link / DVI-HD. It has different pins slots than DVI cable you suggested. Is this a proprietary cable? I can't find it on MonoPrice. I would love to use my current HDTV for PS3 and Blu-ray movies.

12-09-2008, 04:17 AM	#12
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	Hdtv My HDTV is a Mitsubishi WS-48613 49" 1080i Last edited by Breaux; 12-09-2008 at 05:23 AM.

12-09-2008, 04:29 AM	#14
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	Thanks, My receiver is a Yamaha RX-V1400 with the ENERGY 5.1 system. I want to know more and appreciate the help. Last edited by Breaux; 12-09-2008 at 05:31 AM.

12-09-2008, 01:37 AM	#4
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19	get an HDMI-DVI cable...not an adapter. and yes, you can play bluray up to 1080p.

12-09-2008, 01:47 AM	#7
crackinhedz Super Moderator Member since:Feb 2007 Home Theater Gallery:10 Blu-ray reviews:8 Trading Score:19

12-09-2008, 04:13 AM	#10
Driver_King Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tampa Bay, Florida Home Theater Gallery:96 Blu-ray collection:28 Trading Score:10	I'm sure it's the same thing. M-Link sounds like a Monster Cable name and DVI-HD sounds like DVI (HD). They all should mean the same thing. DVI.

12-09-2008, 04:17 AM	#11
DavidAg02 Senior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Houston, TX Home Theater Gallery:16 Blu-ray collection:46	DVI does not carry audio, so you will need some additional audio cables to either connect to your TV or a receiver.

12-09-2008, 04:22 AM	#13
Driver_King Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Jan 2008 Location:Tampa Bay, Florida Home Theater Gallery:96 Blu-ray collection:28 Trading Score:10	Before I go to bed, read this since you will probably find it useful for getting into Blu-ray's true capabilities with audio (50+% of the experience in my opinion). This may also be useful.

12-09-2008, 07:10 PM	#16
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	Solution HDMI / DVI cables to pre HDMI HDTV will work; if the display is HDCP compliant. They will play Blu-ray and Ps3. This information came directly from MonoPrice technical support. Great site!

12-31-2008, 04:41 PM	#18
Breaux Junior Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:Eugene, Oregon	Eureka! I now have a PS3, and have been enjoying HD gaming and Blu-ray movies on my 52" Mitsubishi 1080i/HDTV (pre HDMI). It is connected with cables from MONOPRICE (HDMI/DVI) directly to the DVI port for video and optical cables for audio. It's awesome! I'm not sure why anyone would want any other Blu-ray player. Thanks for all the cyber help, you ROCK!

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