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Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box
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No, HDMI 2.0b with HDCP 2.2
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For a PC there is no need for this box, what you are looking for is probably the Hue Sync Desktop App for Windows or MacOS: https://www.philips-hue.com/fr-ch/explore-hue/propositions/entertainment/sync-with-pc This software works via the Hue Bridge to synchronise with Hue Color, Play and Gradient devices. The box you are asking about is intended to be inserted between the HDMI output of a game console (Xbox, Playstation), a multimedia player (nVidia Shield, Apple TV, ...) or a DVD / Bluray player and the HDMI input of the TV. On a PC, especially for games, you should preferably use the Displayport output, which offers better bandwidth, rather than the HDMI output of the graphics card. It is indeed technically possible to put this box between the HDMI output of a video card for example of a media PC and a TV, but the interest remains limited.
The TV signal must pass through the sync box, i.e. TV box > sync box > TV. Otherwise the sync box will not receive anything from the signal.
I had the same problem. After restarting the Apple TV and the Syncbox, it worked again.
Unfortunately I can't answer because I need an adapter
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Hi, You have 2 ways to drive Philips Hue immersive lighting: OPTION-1. you rely on the Philips Hue box OPTION-2. you rely on the Philips Hue SW OPTION-1 benefits: - can be used without SW (e.g. on a TV set) - not intrusive (does not "overload" your PC.. even if the SW is really light) => I use it on my TV set OPTION-2 benefits: - cheaper - does not require a configuration SW on the phone => I use it for gaming on my PC Out of scope, but I cannot resist: Razer devices? Really?
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We offer the desired box in our range at https://www.galaxus.ch/de/s14/product/philips-hue-play-sync-box-generation-2-zubehoer-beleuchtung-47954587.
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I had read in a Digitec blog article that they are expected to be included in the shop from 12 September. Hopefully not for the overpriced price that Philips Switzerland is charging.
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I had read in a Digitec blog article that they are expected to be included in the shop from 12 September. Hopefully not for the overpriced price that Philips Switzerland is charging.
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According to the Digitec blog article, it should be available in the shop from 12 September. Hopefully not for the overpriced price that Philips Switzerland is charging.
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Unfortunately, we do not yet have any information on this. As soon as the product becomes available to us through our suppliers, we will be able to check whether it can be included. :)
Hello, I can't answer your questions. You'll have to ask Philips directly for this technical information.
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Hello Has there been an update? Unfortunately I had the same problem. Since then no longer in use.
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If you want to synchronise your TV with Hue lamps, you still need the Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box for any TV.
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This is due to the (too) high refresh rate of the console. Have a look here for a solution https://youtu.be/QnIvD2nL7G8?si=MSAMJr-FTEEZ4jWC
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You have to connect the Apple TV to the box and the box to the TV. Works perfectly with Apple TV. You can connect up to 4 devices to the box.
Unfortunately I can't help here because I only have the TV connected to it and this works
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No need, the sync box only works in HDMI. But there's free software from Philipps Hue to synchronise the PC. https://www.philips-hue.com/fr-ch/explore-hue/propositions/entertainment/sync-with-pc
Yes, you can use any Philips Hue light with the Sync Box to watch movies or similar. Please remember that the Sync Box works with HDMI signals and there has to be something like Apple TV, Playstation or Android TV in addition for this to work.
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The Hue Bridge is essential. Also note that the box can only animate lights using the signal that passes through it (games console, Blu-ray player, Apple TV, NVIDIA Shield, etc.). Anything connected directly to the TV (aerial cable, TV applications, etc.) will not animate your lights, as no signal passes through the Hue Play.
According to our information, the new box should go on sale in the second quarter of 2023. Unfortunately, the exact date is not yet known.
Does a philips tv have a sync box already "integrated" so that additional hue lights are controlled?
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As far as I know, there is currently a HUE app that is unfortunately only available for the latest generation of Samsung TVs!
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I also have a Denon receiver. I have connected all devices (Apple TV, PS5, 4K player, Nintendo Switch) to the receiver in the respective inputs. Then the receiver output to the Sync Box input 1 and then the output to the TV in HDMI 2 with ARC. This works for me.
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Yes the box supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and also 4K.