HDMI coming to Macs?
The idea of including an HDMI interface in Mac hardware makes a lot of sense.
With most modern TVs including HDMI, this interface is the easiest way of connecting a computer as one cable takes care of high-definition video and audio.
AppleInsider has reported the existence of prototypes of a redesigned Mac mini featuring HDMI in place of DVI.
This would be very convenient for those wishing to use a Mac mini as a 'media centre' style computer. They could easily add a USB TV tuner such as those made by Elgato; the stumbling block might be Apple's continuing refusal to support Blu-ray Video in favour of downloadable HD content.
HDMI would also be convenient for those wanting to connect a MacBook to a large TV. According to the same AppleInsider article, Apple has already designed a Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adaptor but it requires an updated version of Mini DisplayPort that provides audio output.
MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac and Mac Pro models incorporate Mini DisplayPort interfaces, and AppleTV already features HDMI.
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I have three devices connected to my TV via HDMI, and audio and video work fine with all three.
Is your problem that the Denon (I think we're talking about a receiver?) won't switch HDMI audio at all, or that it doesn't convert non-HDMI audio sources (eg, the traditional L/R analogue audio from a DVD player) to HDMI?
Do you know any hd video converter that can convert for HDMI?
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One of Australia's most experienced IT writers, Stephen Withers has been using and writing about Macs since 1984. His journalistic resume includes stints as editor of Australian MacUser and as Macintosh section editor of PC Week. He has also managed a PC and Mac support operation at one of the country's leading universities, and is active in the Mac user group community.
