Can you convert cable TV coax to HDMI?

Plug your source’s coax into the “Coax In” connection on the converter. Insert the HDMI cable into the “HDMI Out” on your converter. Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to your HDTV. Set your HDTV to the correct HDMI input.

How do I connect HDMI to old TV?

You can connect a device with HDMI on an older TV by using an HDMI to RCA converter. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into the device and the other end into the converter. Then, take the RCA cables from the opposite end of the converter and plug them into your TV.

Can you splice HDMI to coax?

It is impossible to splice a HDMI cable. the signal path, attenuation and various other components will be stuffed. I suggest use a female / female connector or buy a longer cable.

Can I get HD through a coax cable?

Signals. Coaxial cables are not able to deliver the high definition signal HDMI cables can deliver. Coaxial cables can offer 1080i or 720p but not the 1080p HDMI can deliver. When used with cable boxes, coaxial cables will never be able to deliver HD signals.

Does my TV have HDMI output?

No TV has HDMI outputs. The most common TV audio output is digital optical audio. If the stereo has this kind of input then that will work find. If the stereo has analog RCA inputs then the TV would need analog audio out or headphone out to connect directly to the stereo.

Does a cable box need a coax cable?

You only need to connect it with an HDMI cable. This will handle picture and sound. Many cable box remotes have TV codes built in so you if yours does it can be set to turn your TV on and control the volume.

What wires are in a HDMI cable?

HDMI Wire Specification:

• 4 Twisted Pairs to support video (total of 8 wires)
• Grounds for each pair (total of 4)
• Power (1)
• HotPlug (1)
• DDC (I2C) for EDID and HDCP (2)
• Ground for DDC (1)
• CEC (1)