Onkyo 606 HDMI issues

[Vagrant_1]

Hey guys for awhile now I have getting so many "No Signal" readings on my display from the 606. Everytime I turn on my PS3 bang I can't get a signal for long periods of time. I have to unplug the hdmi cable from both ps3 and AV that works sometimes or I have to switch constantly from one input to another and even have to shut AV off and on just to get my signal back.

Now I tried multiple hdmi cables one from monoprice and monster's expensive stuff. I tried hooking up my ps3 directly to my television and bang works with no problem. Do you think it may be a bad hdmi board or something? If so this sux because I haven't even owned the 606 a year yet. I got it from Circuit City while back.

I really dread calling Onkyo because of all the horror stories I've read on here about their customer service. I am currently saving for a new AV because I like the others I've seen with THX etc... like the 807 but in no way can afford to get it now

[SlmShdy1]

It sounds like it could be the receiver. At least you have a two year warranty on it. I was going to suggest cables, but you already tried that.

You know what, try using component cables from your source to the receiver and then to the TV. If that works with no problems, then you know it's the HDMI inputs not working properly.

[Vagrant_1]

Originally Posted by SlmShdy1

It sounds like it could be the receiver. At least you have a two year warranty on it. I was going to suggest cables, but you already tried that.

You know what, try using component cables from your source to the receiver and then to the TV. If that works with no problems, then you know it's the HDMI inputs not working properly.

Thnx for the response, ya Im gonna go ahead and try component cables

[Aussie Blu]

Playing Red Faction on my PS3 running thru my 606 as the visuals on screen increased the receiver switched off to safe mode. Took to store tried it at store repeated the shut down. The techy believes that the video processor in the 606 can't handle the what is being thrown at it by the PS3 and runs home to mama. Sent unit off to repairer to see what the fault is, keep you posted. by the way the PS3 is now dead as well, can't be picked up to the system in the B/room.
I returned it to my supplier who in turn sent it to their repairer and found that the HDMI port had failed, they sent it to ONKYO for confirmation and they replaced the HDMI board, the unit was barley 12mths old.

[witheygull]

Originally Posted by Vagrant_1

Hey guys for awhile now I have getting so many "No Signal" readings on my display from the 606. Everytime I turn on my PS3 bang I can't get a signal for long periods of time. I have to unplug the hdmi cable from both ps3 and AV that works sometimes or I have to switch constantly from one input to another and even have to shut AV off and on just to get my signal back.

Now I tried multiple hdmi cables one from monoprice and monster's expensive stuff. I tried hooking up my ps3 directly to my television and bang works with no problem.

I'm having the exact same issue with my PS3 and Onkyo 606. What I've found though is that what you are attempting to use the PS3 for makes a difference. Trying to start a BD or DVD or just turning on the PS3 and leaving it on the XMB will result in the 606 not picking up the HDMI signal. However, turning on the 606 and then turning on the PS3 by popping certain PS3 games in will result in the 606 detecting the HDMI signal. I say certain games because some work and some don't. After one of the good games has been in for about 30-40 minutes, I can then exit the game and the 606 will run flawlessly until I turn it off. Like you, I have tried different cables without different results and running HDMI from the PS3 to the TV works fine; the problem is definitely with the receiver.

[aramis109]

Ever since about 1 or 2 firmware changes on the PS3 back, I've been seeing this to some degree on my Onkyo 805. I think they changed something. I just switch to a different input and then switch back and it's fine from there on out. It's intermittent but definitely started up about a month ago.

I don't think it's an Onkyo issue so much as the PS3. Try the switching inputs bit and see if that "solves" it. If so, I don't see this as a hardware issue personally.

[Vagrant_1]

Originally Posted by aramis109

Ever since about 1 or 2 firmware changes on the PS3 back, I've been seeing this to some degree on my Onkyo 805. I think they changed something. I just switch to a different input and then switch back and it's fine from there on out. It's intermittent but definitely started up about a month ago.

I don't think it's an Onkyo issue so much as the PS3. Try the switching inputs bit and see if that "solves" it. If so, I don't see this as a hardware issue personally.

ya I usually switch inputs alot but lately no luck. I hope it wasn't something sony did with firmware. for the short time I had a stand alone BD player I never experienced this but it may be I just never used it as much as my ps3

PS thnx alot guys for the related issues and suggestions

[Vagrant_1]

Just an update it's definitely gotta be the 606, when I do get the signal to come through it's all pixelated on the screen which happened about 3 times this morning uggh this sux

[aramis109]

Originally Posted by Vagrant_1

Just an update it's definitely gotta be the 606, when I do get the signal to come through it's all pixelated on the screen which happened about 3 times this morning uggh this sux

Hrm, yeah. That sounds different from what I'm experiencing. Time to call up Onkyo and get referred to a local repair shop.

[witheygull]

Originally Posted by Vagrant_1

Just an update it's definitely gotta be the 606, when I do get the signal to come through it's all pixelated on the screen which happened about 3 times this morning uggh this sux

Now that has never happened to me. Is it a harbinger of what's in store for my 606?

I hope you are able to get yours sorted out soon.

[Vagrant_1]

Originally Posted by witheygull

I'm having the exact same issue with my PS3 and Onkyo 606. What I've found though is that what you are attempting to use the PS3 for makes a difference. Trying to start a BD or DVD or just turning on the PS3 and leaving it on the XMB will result in the 606 not picking up the HDMI signal. However, turning on the 606 and then turning on the PS3 by popping certain PS3 games in will result in the 606 detecting the HDMI signal. I say certain games because some work and some don't. After one of the good games has been in for about 30-40 minutes, I can then exit the game and the 606 will run flawlessly until I turn it off. Like you, I have tried different cables without different results and running HDMI from the PS3 to the TV works fine; the problem is definitely with the receiver.

I always turn 606 on first nowadays because if ps3 powers up first forget it lol. when I turn on my ps3 I just usually hang out on the xmb for while and play some tunes if the signal picks up. your right once it gets going it's ok but yesterday it took a crap on me after having good signal for 2hrs

[scmoney]

I am having the same problem with my Onkyo 606. The main problem is with my xbox 360 and my Sony S550 Blu-ray player. It used to work perfectly, but now on a regular basis I can get a signal. I have to keep turning the receiver on an off until it gets the signal. It seems like the receiver is seaching for the signal but cant. I called Crutchfield for support but they said this was not a known issue. Has anyone found a solution for this yet?

[solarrdadd]

Originally Posted by scmoney

I am having the same problem with my Onkyo 606. The main problem is with my xbox 360 and my Sony S550 Blu-ray player. It used to work perfectly, but now on a regular basis I can get a signal. I have to keep turning the receiver on an off until it gets the signal. It seems like the receiver is seaching for the signal but cant. I called Crutchfield for support but they said this was not a known issue. Has anyone found a solution for this yet?

if you are saying you called Crutchfield (we'll gather that's the place you bought it from) are you within the return period or not? cause if you are you should be sending it back for either a new on or a refund.

[bandit29]

It was less then two years old before the HDMI went bad in my 606. Mine is in for repairs right now...been a month..

Very common problem with this receiver. My first and last Onkyo..

https://forum.blu-ray.com/receivers-...thread-20.html

[ItsGettingHotInEER]

Originally Posted by scmoney

I am having the same problem with my Onkyo 606. The main problem is with my xbox 360 and my Sony S550 Blu-ray player. It used to work perfectly, but now on a regular basis I can get a signal. I have to keep turning the receiver on an off until it gets the signal. It seems like the receiver is seaching for the signal but cant. I called Crutchfield for support but they said this was not a known issue. Has anyone found a solution for this yet?

I'm getting ready to take mine to my local repair facility because I have been having this same problem for months now, but, it was livable. Now, it's not, because it's getting worse. I use to only have a problem going form cbl/sat to game/tv, I had to keep switching back and forth to get a picture, now, it's doing the same thing when I cut it on to watch my sat, I have to cut the receiver off/on 5 times to get it to register a signal. Apparently the mother board needs to be replaced form my research.

My local repair facility is best buy, hopefully, it will not be to long w/out her.

[kndy]

I have been having issues but now no more OSD and no more component use on my 606. Sucks! I could tell it was getting bad ...my PS3 is fine via HDMI but anything utilizing component (my Wii, my PS2, my xb360) not working.

I've read online of many others experiencing this problem with the 606 and other models but I figured I was fine although the last month or two, I would have to turn off my receiver on and off and hope the signal would pickup for the components and it would work. But today nada. I did try the reset as well but it didn't work.

OSD is sporadic, sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. So, I have to use the receiver's display.

I still have HDMI capability which is fine but no more component through the receiver...have to run it off TV via those component switchboxes now.

[Billl]

I also experienced no video coming through my Onkyo 606. I found an entry from witheygull who discovered that switching settings from a resolution of AUTO to a setting of 1080i allowed video to come through. How wonderful! I was about to scrap the Onkyo 606.
Thank you Witheygull!

[witheygull]

Originally Posted by Billl

I also experienced no video coming through my Onkyo 606. I found an entry from witheygull who discovered that switching settings from a resolution of AUTO to a setting of 1080i allowed video to come through. How wonderful! I was about to scrap the Onkyo 606.
Thank you Witheygull!

You are quite welcome. I no longer have the 606 (I switched over to a Denon AVR-1910), but I'm glad to know that some of my frustration-born tinkering was of use to you. I hope your unit ends up faring better than mine did.

[kndy]

Well, after looking on YouTube, it looks like many were able to do the fix...

How to fix an Onkyo receiver - TX-SR606 - By Ed - YouTube

I haven't soldered anything since buying a modchip for the old Playstation...but I'll need to give it a try if I can get this 606 to work.

[scmoney]

Originally Posted by scmoney

I am having the same problem with my Onkyo 606. The main problem is with my xbox 360 and my Sony S550 Blu-ray player. It used to work perfectly, but now on a regular basis I can get a signal. I have to keep turning the receiver on an off until it gets the signal. It seems like the receiver is seaching for the signal but cant. I called Crutchfield for support but they said this was not a known issue. Has anyone found a solution for this yet?

I finally couldnt stand it anymore and sent my receiver off to Crutchfield's Onkyo warranty repair center. The guy I talked to there said that the HDMI switching was a common problem on the Onkyo receivers....nice. Had to spend $80 to ship the damn thing off to New York.