Component out issues

Someone else with direct experience with this should pop in here, but I've read here on TCF that at some point the Roamio software had changed such that output is only component video or HDMI but not both, as you seem to have discovered. Since there is no option in settings to specify such, I suspect you'd have to run through setup again to change from HDMI to component video. I seem to remember there is a point at which your cabling is selected. I can imagine you might need to change cabling during the setup process to complete it. If you figure this out, please share your experience!

(Also, anyone tempted to restart the inane discussion of the semantics of the term "component video" please go soak your head instead!)

 

Is your Composite video working? The Yellow cable.

 

So maybe rerun setup with composite video connected, specify composite video, and then connect composite video when complete. I would expect that would work.

 

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I'm using component for my Roamio.

You are sure the component video ins on your TV are working? (I know, I know, but I had to ask.)

 

I am using a Slingbox Pro-HD with my Roamio Pro without issue. The component cables go to the Slingobx and HDMI to the TV so it does work. This exact set up also worked with my Premiere unit I had before I purchased the Roamio.

 

My premiere was set up using component cables. I added an hdmi cable later on and I can switch freely between the component and hdmi inputs on my tv and view the tivo just fine. I prefer the component cables because the picture is visible faster than hdmi when I turn on the tv. I find the handshake process of hdmi annoying. I can't tell any difference in picture quality on a 32" lcd tv.

 

Have you brought any new electronics gear into the house recently?

I'm convinced that hardware jealousy is a real thing.

And Happy whatever you call the holidays.

 

Remember it's wiring first then chardonnay, not the other way around.

 

Diane, I know that this is probably not what you want to hear, but.......

Why are you trying to use component outputs anyway? Is there a reason why you dont use the standard def RCA output from your Premiere to the slingbox?

Its been a while, but that is what I did when I used to use a Slingbox with my Tivo Premiere.

If you are trying to use a cell phone or tablet to receive the Slingbox stream, you wont be able to tell much(or any) difference in quality between component or composite. Obviously, the smaller your screen on the receiving device the less difference the resolution makes.

Also, if I recall correctly, using the standard def connection consumes less internet bandwith. And if you are traveling, this can actually be a benefit at times.

TC