Philips Hue Sync box HDMI 2.1 | The FIX we've ALL been waiting for!

[@GeekStreet]

Finally a fully operational HDMI 2.1 Sync Box Fancy LEDS - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4m5gnx5eah0bpI My review of the Philips Hue HDMI Sync box and how to get 4K HDMI 2.1

[@FatalCorleone07]

Fancyleds HDMI 2.1 sync box releases on the 30th. Hope you can get your hands on one for review🎉

[@GeekStreet]

@@FatalCorleone07 ah thanks for the heads up I'll check it out

[@FatalCorleone07]

@@GeekStreet so unfortunately, they pushed the release date back again to mid to late September BUT in email correspondence with them, their box is gonna have damn near everything lol: VRR, ALLM, CEC, 8K 60 etc etc

[@KLLDZR-se1qk]

@@FatalCorleone07with one input, lol

[@FatalCorleone07]

@@KLLDZR-se1qk that's why they make hdmi switches. Use your head

[@rocketbrothers540]

Maybe Phillips should just create an updated sync box which natively supports HDMI 2.1. I have been waiting and won’t purchase till they update.

[@halon181]

There's a picture from Phillips of an updated box back in February. Thought it would be out by now. Lytmi fantasy 3 pro comes out in November that will do full HDMI 2.1

[@jdassonval]

Same for me

[@ahoyskid]

I’ve been waiting a while now too. And I’m still not fully impressed when they do update to 2.1 as it still won’t have native support for tvOS. No HUE app integration directly with the TV - LG, Sony, etc.

[@Bendersnatchling]

​@@ahoyskidyou can always fix that with any streaming stick. I guess you are having in mind Netflix or Disney plus and those will all run in every Chromecast, or fire tv stick.

[@ahoyskid]

@@Bendersnatchling it’s just messy. I want a clean set up. TV to AVR. No switching or splitting HDMIs. But yes. There are many ways to work around it, some better than others for sure. It’s just a pity it can’t be done natively within LG webOS because of licensing & brand guidelines. Hardware wise, it’s fully capable especially the CX or newer when talking LG. I’d prefer to pay a license fee. Keep things simple. Just makes more sense to me personally. Not in a rush to pick up a sync box or any other obsolete piece of hardware. For Apps Plex etc, PC is fine. Yes, a refined experience with built in API would be amazing. But I won’t hold my breath.

[@chrisumali9841]

Thanks for the demo and info, finally I can use my Hue Sync Box. Have a great day. HDMI 2.1

[@JMMinistries]

The PS5 only outputs RGB 8bit and The Xbox Outputs RGB 10bit that’s why when switching between consoles the spitter glitches!

[@GeekStreet]

Ah ok, that makes sense

[@carltollerton2344]

HDMI 2.1. Thank you what a genius idea! I’m purchasing right now

[@vanuatupacific]

omg I m waiting to know how to solve this for ages now, thank you so much

[@GeekStreet]

👌

[@insertnamehere8723]

Having a hdmi 2.1 capable TV and console, the limitations of the sync box are becoming ever more apparent. To me personally, it just seems like philips have given up on the syncbox and are doing nothing to improve the experience without customers needing to jank together workarounds. It's almost 5 years and they have not bothered updating the sync box or at least decreasing the sync box price since. At this point, I'm starting to question whether or not the lights are worth the hassle for such a high barrier of entry to get this all to work.

[@SeanLazer]

Yeah I was thinking about buying this but this all seems like a massive hassle.

[@insertnamehere8723]

@SeanLazer don't get me wrong, when it works, it works great. Otherwise, the setup process can be a pain in the ass in addition to the price of all the components and the aforementioned limitations - and thst isn'tgetting into voice assistant integration issues at times. Just as a side, for some reason, I get intermittent cutouts from the sync box and have to reset it by turning it on and off. If I didn't know better, it is like they are trying to push customers to their ambilight TVs, but I'm not gonna give up my objectivley superior TV for bias lighting. No way!

[@stevenvanpelt486]

@@SeanLazer Same here. At first I got a heart attack when seeing the price of the complete kit (hub + sync box + light strip), but if I could just put it between my AVR and the TV without any hassle, it would be worth it. However, after reading into it, it became clear that this is just a legacy device which unnecessarily complicates things and introduces more hassle than it's worth.

[@davellanos1824]

Fellows, just to give my two cents here, the HSB has been given an update a few months ago, and even with this the device has some limitation as for the 120 requested. Thus, you have two options; go the route that it has been presented on this video getting a workaround using the suggested set up, or skip on HSB altogether as they launch at tne beggining of the year, the HUE SYNC APP FOR SAMSUNG TV (selected model from late 2022 and more on 2023), you still need the hue brige and lights around the tv and also the hue account as well, I think, but once it is set up there is no lag or workaround needed as everything that is shown natively on the Tv set (obviously it will work with you built in Apps) will sync with the lights around thus avoiding all the hardware issues, so whichever the content shown will be able to sync without any hesitation. You can obviously check if it is an option for you pricewise and if it is go for it and refer to their website for this hue sync app for samsung to have more details if needed, but so far it would be the best option as to avoid cables, hardware woes, sources needed, and helps you out a bit, not much but a bit on your pockets. Once again this is a suggestion, and you made the decision as it is your hard earned money. Cheers.

[@donnyvillan]

They've definitely given up. I had a 2019 ambilight TV that didn't need a synch box, it was built in to the TV to control the lights. Upgraded to a 2023 version, without knowing they'd stopped the built in provision. So now if I want to synch lights to TV, I need a synch box at £230. No chance.

[@adamhoover3822]

For anyone who had similar issues I just fixed mine. I own both a ps5 and an Xbox series x with a 4k 120hz tv so I wanted to be able to use both at full capacity along with my hue sync system. How I accomplished this was similar to this creators but slightly cheaper. I bought two(2) hdmi splitters off Amazon from the same brand as his but half the price. I’m not totally sure what the difference between them is but I was able to get one for each system for the price of his one item. They have a 4K function and a 1080p downscale function which I used to plug into the hue sync box since you wouldn’t be seeing the output anyways. It’s a mess of wires but when it’s all said and done you’re able to switch seamlessly between both systems at full capacity and with your lights synced up to it as well

[@papstkubat7938]

Which one did you buy?

[@fofocho71]

This model does not support ARC

[@adamhoover3822]

@@papstkubat7938I actually came across an issue. Even though they properly output to both the tv and hdmi box, the hdmi box receives a duller color image, which causes the sync lights to also be dull. I’m trying out the more expensive splitter in this video right now

[@MrVinamp]

Did it work with other splitter? @@adamhoover3822

[@WhiteKnight0011]

Are you using a smart TV? I have PS5, NS Switch and PC all connected to the OneConnect Box of my Samsung smart TV, just trying to figure out how to fit in a sync box in between... Do I need three splitters for each console in my case? (each console -> each splitter -> TV +Sync Box) Also my gaming PC can output 8K so I might get a 8K splitter as well.

[@89Helten]

HDMI 2.1 Thanks a lot for this!! i have had the Hue sync box for 2 years now, and it keeps going black while I play games. I ordered the HDMI switch immediately with express shipping. Can't wait to set it up :)

[@ryansummers9660]

Almost what I need. I need inputs for 2 devices though. I want to run a Xbox and an Apple TV. I wish Philips would just make a new sync box that would support 4k120hz.

[@GeekStreet]

I had a brief search 'While this standard enables up to 120Hz playback, the Apple TV is only capable of 60Hz maximum' so there may be no value in connecting it to a hdmi 2.1 port in reality

[@tb5703]

I want to connect my ps5 AND series X

[@adamhoover3822]

You can just connect the Apple TV to port 2 or 4 on the hdmi sync box, since those will support everything the Apple TV has to offer (4k 60hz, Dolby vision, Dolby atmos etc)

[@chungov]

Awesome review, highly detailed from start to finish 👍

[@GeekStreet]

🎮

[@TheLaughingLion]

Wow 4K 120 is cutting edge for consumer level gear. No lag and flawless integration and performance. It's a winner. like 220. 🎯🎯👍👍

[@GeekStreet]

Thanks bro

[@EnigmaNL]

I wish it had 2 HDMI inputs. Now I need to buy two of the splitters.

[@icecold9731]

When is phillips hue 2.1 sync box coming? Video about that?

[@IrisSaturn]

Thanks for this! Have the exact same set up + Apple TV hooked up to the sync box on its HDMI port and output port. When switching between Apple TV to PS5 I have to plug out the Apple TV from the sync box output port for the sync lights to work with the PS5. Any workaround so we don’t have to take out the Apple TV from the HDMI Out port on the Hue sync box?

[@burakurgancoglu6908]

Did you find a solution?

[@MicahJordan]

Have this same issue. Seems like this solution won’t work for me

[@TheWeightedTooth]

May be hdmi splitters?

[@dogbog99]

HDMI 2.1 Thanks for this thurou explanation and setup guide.

[@GeekStreet]

🤩

[@kyronconradjunus7119]

Hi Thanks for the video. I’ve bought all the gadgets you mentioned in this video. But I’m struggling to get them all connected seamlessly. These are my devices: Roku stream bar, PS5, Nintendo Switch. Could you please let me know the input output I should use? And on the TV input, which input? I’m using Hisense 65” U7KM. I’d greatly appreciate your help.

[@CMA1967]

I saw this unanswered question was posted three months ago. So I went back and unsubscribed.

[@gdimmerm]

@geekstreet This looks promising but I wonder what happens with Dolby Vision signal. It is a well known fact that the Philips Syncbox is unable to sync lights on a Dolby Vision signal, so I was wondering if this setup fixes this issue too (essentially the question is whether the HDMI splitter can somehow "remove" the Dobly Vision layer so that the Philips Syncbox can be fed a non Dolby Vision 1080p signal). Did you try any Dolby Vision output from your Xbox on your tests? Would be nice if you have feedback on this!! Thanks!

[@wilsonzhao-hy4py]

brilliant idea! Buy I have both gaming console and Apple TV 4K, your approach seems can only make sure the gaming console be adapted to the lighting system. Wonder if there is a way to adapt 2 input source?

[@mschristian1125]

Have the same concern. Anyone know how to have this work for PS5 and Apple TV?

[@siniority]

@@mschristian1125 i asked the same question but no response, have you come up with a solution ?

[@Eric-zy6et]

HDMI 2.1! Here b/c I'm gonna try this setup with the Govee AI box and I'm hoping you can validate my plan: Xbox Series X going into the splitter and from there to the my XR-77A80J's HDMI port 4 for the 4k 120hz. The second output in the splitter will go to the Govee sync box. My UltraHD blu-ray player and cable box will go straight into the Govee sync box. And the Govee's output will go into the TV's HDMI port 2 (since those devices don't *need* 120hz). I'm going to run a cable from the XR-77A80J's HDMI port 3 (the only one that's EARC-enabled) straight to my soundbar. Does this all check out? And follow-up: Do I need HDMI 2.1 for all? I may need one more wall-rated cable that's over 10feet to sort this all out. Any recommendations on those (I know 2.1 over 10' isn't recommended). Thanks!

[@nunosantos47]

Great video @GeekStreet! Can you please enlighten me, on what’s the purpose of the splitter? Why we can’t have all the devices directly connected to the tv? Thanks in advance

[@GeekStreet]

The syncbox doesn't support hdmi 2.1 for the current gen consoles only hdmi 2.0 is supported so the max supported resolution would be 4K 60hz so the splitter provides a method to increase the supported resolution

[@joebleyor]

great review and great picture quality

[@redrosecounty]

Great guide, thanks. Unfortunately I think I'd best wait for the 8k Hue sync box to hook up my gradient lighting. Using a PC with 4K 144Hz @10 bpc YCbCr444. Would suck to have gone through all the effort and money I did to get screens, cables, graphics cards capable of that only to lose it for some light effects. it's harder than you'd think to get 4K 144Hz AND 10bpc chroma 4:4:4: working flawlessly. Granted such high level colour settings is wasted on games since none are designed for it but I do a lot of art on my system and so I need to keep it where it is really.

[@GeekStreet]

Check this out kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4m5gnx5eah0bpI

[@kyronconradjunus7119]

Hi, just wondering if you can recommend similar spec of splitter that supports 4k 120hz and VRR on PS5 that actually works flawlessly?

[@MrSwain4]

If possible let me know if you find one! I'm doing a bunch of Internet sleuthing and can't seem to find anything concrete.

[@sganet_]

Yeah, switch to Govee or wait for Philip to drop the 8k SyncBox to release which was first shown in February this year. That SyncBox will have 4k120 if it supports 8k60hz.

[@kyronconradjunus7119]

@@MrSwain4I bought all of the stuffs that he mentioned and followed the whole input output, but I’m having trouble with switching between devices and having the light strip syncing.

[@esseksudangelinceyekadar]

Thanks. Does this ezcoo support arc. It supports cec as I see. What I wonder is just “does it enables to turn on the synch box when the gaming console turns on”

[@esseksudangelinceyekadar]

I have purchased a ezcoo splitter with 4 outputs and not supporting CEC, so I have to turn on the tv av receiver and synch box each time I turn the ps5 on. Such a mistake.

[@mr07623445678]

HDMI 2.1 🔥

[@GeekStreet]

❤️

[@mr.rawhite]

HDMI 2.1 | Great review, does the HUE light strip on its own only cover 3 sides of the TV (ie, top, left and right)?

[@GeekStreet]

That's right, something that did suprise me.

[@rianbowden8266]

Wondering if you can answer a couple questions for me? If I have a larger screen (120 inch projector) can I use multiple gradient light strips to go all the way around? And other question is if this will break my Dolby Atmos? Thanks!

[@teamgeorgefitness3032]

Damn that looks so good bro! I watched until the end hdmi 2.1 lol. So Phillips over Govee all day?

[@GeekStreet]

@@teamgeorgefitness3032 hopely this video will help kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWXEaJqalJiZedU

[@ArdaSemerci]

Merhaba dostum. Hue Light Tube'ü sehpanın arkasına nasıl yapıştırdın acaba? Onun da kutusundan yapışkan ve tutucu çıkıyor mu?

[@milesmorales980]

Great video! I have a question though. Without the splitter, is it possible to still achieve 4K120fps with VRR, without the lights sync - with the sync box passing through the signal from my PS5? I want to have the option of playing certain games in 4K120fps with VRR w/o light sync, and other games in the normal 4k60fps w light sync without having to constantly swap cables. Thank you!

[@smashinghappydays]

No I don’t think so. If it’s running thru the hue box it ain’t gunna be 120fps

[@XxMrKiwiZx]

I have the hue box, it is capped at 1440p120fps

[@rsg02169]

Love this review, thanks so much. I’ve just invested in the Govee AI sync box with two Lyra lamps and I believe the same switcher works there too. I’m connecting the Apple TV 4K latest version, PS5 and Nintendo switch to an LG Oled which supports 120Hz 4K, HDMI 2.1. Am I right understanding that it’s pointless trying to achieve the 2.1 HDMI with the Apple TV as it’s only going to reach 120Hz for gaming? Also are there any alternative switches which do the same. £100 is a bit steep to add the 2.1 HDMI to the PS5. Thanks so much in advance for the advice.

[@GeekStreet]

Yes with the Apple and unfortunately thats the cheapest I could find

[@antreas206audio]

You can connect it Philips syng dox and With the Hue Bridge, and to synchronize with the TV various accessories, strip lamps ??

[@davellanos1824]

The entertainment area for the syncing to be given can connect to 10 lights maximum, thus you can have play bars, lightstrips, lightbulbs, table lamps and alike all hue products

[@andychungUK]

So intrigued by this. Have the sync box and splitter arriving on Wednesday. Heard we can use a USB to DC cable to plug the splitter into the PS5 for power, to allow auto sync? Plan to try that too.

[@OnTheSpaceShip]

I just tried that but amblight still loses synchronisation

[@AlexGower]

I want to use the philips hue sync box, to run my apple tv to my projector. If I run my apple tv to my projector I can turn it on and off via the hdmi cec protocol. Does this still work if I put the hue sync box inbetween these devices? Does it still pass the cec protocol?

[@johnrevill79]

Seems like a great way to address this issue right now! Presumably to add another source (ie a Sky TV box) I can just plug that in as another input source to thge Hue sync box? However, my concern would be the splitter is £110 and hue sync play £210 - given there is a single box solution in the works (ie hue sync play 8k) the cost of that is likley to be less than the combined current solution (and would also mean less clutter behind the TV...).

[@GeekStreet]

Yes thats right just use the splitter for gaming and use sync box as normal for other inputs. I've been meaning to try this for a while but never got round to it until now. A new solution that covers all would be best, but at least there's an alternative for now, I was disappointed it didn't work with the Govee sync box.

[@mcblocked2]

​@@GeekStreetThe HDMI 2.1 splitter with the second output downscalled to 1080p didn't work with the govee sync box??!

[@GeekStreet]

@@mcblocked2 no it didn't work the only way for it to work is if you turn off VRR.

[@sunsunai13]

Hi, I wondering which HDMI cable I should use to make it work. Thanks.

[@jlhunter2008]

How did you mount the light tube to the back of your TV?

[@joewhite8904]

Thanks for the review. very helpful.

[@GeekStreet]

👌

[@michaelfleischer7074]

Just bought the sony 95L and the HT-7000 sony sound bar with subwoofer and speakers. Currently I have my sounbar EARC connected to tv and xbox series x hooked to hdmi 1 on soundbar with all checks marked off on xbox settings, How do I implement what has been shown in this video without any degradation of video or sound when incorporating the hue sync box into my setup

[@Mrpyr0O5O]

Great review just got my splitter everything is working except 1 thing. Everytime i start up a game . my tv says there is no signal. When i turn all off and start up again i see my xbox home screen but as soon as i click on a game 2 launch it says no signal.

[@GeekStreet]

I wonder if you need to apply a firmware update?

[@Mrpyr0O5O]

@@GeekStreet really i just bought it ?? Just hook it on to a pc ?? Thx for the Quick reply btw!!

[@GeekStreet]

@Mrpyr0O5O I wouldn't be suprised as items could have been package a while back. Give their support a shout if your still stuck and let us know how you get on as hopefully it will help others.

[@Mrpyr0O5O]

@@GeekStreet nvm i tried using another hdmi 2.1 cable going to the tv and works fine for me now

[@Emtbtoday]

It was pretty cool watching this on my new 2024 Philips Ambilight that I got yesterday. I was just setting it up! My Samsung OLED screen packed up on me this week. It sounded like it was sparking inside, and then a massive white line ended up going across the bottom of the screen! I was totally gutted, but it gave me an excuse to get a new TV, and I wanted another Philips! I made a big mistake in 2022 when I sold my Philips and got a Samsung. Everything I have is Samsung, but as far as TVs go, it's not Samsung's strong point! That has always surprised me! I've had three Samsungs over the past eight years to see if they cracked it yet, but I've always been disappointed!

[@sganet_]

The problem with this is Philip Sync Box stops auto-sync after a few days without an output signal. I’ve tried this with my AVR’s monitor2>SyncBox which does the same thing. I can get it to work from time to time but it just became this big hassle getting the lights to sync correctly consistently.

[@OnTheSpaceShip]

If you want to auto-sync, connect your splitter via DC to USB cable to your PS5. Each time you turn your PS5 it will automatically sync.

[@rebbyc31]

I have an XBX, PS5, and Nvidia shield tv hooked up to my AVR which supports 2.1/vrr/allm, etc. Would this work if I keep everything hooked up to the AVR and use the AVR output into the switch, then from switch to TV & Sync Box?

[@GeekStreet]

In theory it should

[@fofocho71]

No, you would lose ARC. This brand does not support ARC

[@rebbyc31]

@@fofocho71 thanks for the info. If that's the only thing that would be missing then sounds like I should be good since I'm not using ARC or the internal apps on the TV.

[@Alexander-lv2mi]

Do you need a hue bridge to have syncbox? Does it work with built-in apps like Netflix & KZbin and so on?

[@GeekStreet]

You'll need a bridge and no it this does not work with inbuilt apps

[@DuplessisLenny1]

Hey awsome video! what led-strip are you using behind the white furniture beneath the tv?

[@KAMUNTI]

HDMI 2.1 . Extensive review as always. 👌👌

[@GeekStreet]

❤️

[@10403mike]

Do you need the hue bridge if your just planning on doing sync box and TV light strip?

[@GeekStreet]

Yes you'll still need it

[@10403mike]

Thank you! ​@@GeekStreet

[@HappilyInduced]

If you want multiple devices running at 4k 120Hz (PC + PS5 for example), it will start looking like a spider web with more than one splitter, but unless they release a new box with native support for multiple 2.1 inputs, this will be the best we have for now.

[@MarcusandStorm]

My whole system is Sony which everything runs through my Sony receiver. I have yet been able to figure out how to get sound through my external speakers once the sync box connects. I also read that apps from your TV Netflix for example do not work with the sync box unfortunately. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated 🙏🏽

[@akki.akshay]

I'm planning to get either the Ai sync box or T2 for my 65 inch Samsung $90C tv that is connected to Samsung q600 soundbar. My usecase is for watching KZbin content and movies on various streaming services like Netflix, prime etc. Which one should I go for?

[@GeekStreet]

Just hang on a couple of weeks I have something special coming 😊

[@akki.akshay]

@@GeekStreet I would love to wait but black friday discounts might be off by then

[@GeekStreet]

Ok do you watch all the content via inbuilt app's? If so go for the T2 if you use a firestick for example then the ai sync box is the best option

[@MIlmi-b2j]

Is it support for any led tv?

[@X7007]

does this support 4K144HZ RGB + VRR Gsync/Freesync + HDR10+? Ezcoo HDMI Splitter

[@1nfamous76]

Brilliant video, I will invest in that splitter FOR SURE as I have all the other equipment shown hooked up already to my LG C9 OLED - I have my Series X, PS5 and Nvidia Shield connected to the Hue sync box

[@crazyp1526]

bro the ezcoo HDMI splitter will work the same with the Lytmi Fantasy 3

[@flumps9069]

Just wondering if this setup would work with a multi hdmi in/1 out before the splitter?

[@moislam79]

Multi 2.1 HDMI inputs? Then I'd guess you need one of these splitters for each device! If it's just one 2.1 input (as in my case, PS5), then that goes into the splitter and the rest of the devices go into the other inputs on the sync box

[@WooDeWow]

If you have a soundbar in your HDMI 3 ARC , do you keep it in the TV ARC ? Or do you put it into the HUE SYNC BOX ?

[@canaksoy2826]

can you learn to answer?

[@Fabian__dtx]

2.1 and 4k and it works with Dolby. I’m sooo tempttteedddddddd

[@icut4canelo]

do i need a sync box and hue bridge ¿.. for them to work or buy a specific tv¿.

[@soundsation9464]

Is HDR effected can you do Dolby vision at 4k120fps

[@johnmccullough251]

I just bought the Hue Sync box and Lights for my TV. I have an LG OLED. I'm not sure what this video is saying? Without this 4K 120 hertz splitter, the sync box is going to degrade my TV's output?? I think I'm going to just return it, because I really can't be bothered with all of this. Also, when I look up splitters on amazon, they all come with 2 devices, while this video shows just the one. I'm super new to this splitter device. I'm not sure what it's doing here? It's upgrading the signal that the sync box is degrading??? Thanks! Sorry for all the questions

[@GeekStreet]

The max resolution supported is 4K 60hz with the Philips Hue sync box. If you own a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series x then it wouldn't make the most of those consoles.

[@johnmccullough251]

@@GeekStreet Thank you for the reply! I'm returning the equipment. I'll buy the 8k Sync box if that ever releases, which I hope it does. I spent too much money on my TV and console to mess with their capabilities for some lights. Thanks again!

[@GeekStreet]

Check this out as an alternative that works really well kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4m5gnx5eah0bpI

[@snapascrew]

Maybe I’m just dumb but how does the light bar know how wide your tv is and therefor what colors to put where on the strip stuck on the back?

[@davellanos1824]

No question is dumb mate, we all learn, so the HUE APP, has the Sync tab area when you do the pairing process to set up the HSB it request for you to set up the Entertainment Area-EA- on that area, usually by default called TV AREA as it is where you would have the tv set, you are able to set up the position of the light on a 3d room therefore the HSB knows where each light is located in the physical world and can send the signal to the correct light to show the requested color inrelation to the content that is shown on the Tv set, hope this clears your question.

[@RADCOMJ1]

Great video😊

[@Chukilaje]

what app are you using to reproduce and synch. Natives apps with Samsung tv like Netflix wont work

[@Jeff-wx3tx]

Thanks for the video. Note the link to the US splitter is incorrect

[@GeekStreet]

Thanks for letting me know I'll get that updated

[@aaronbannerman4072]

So how can I do this with both an XSX and PS5 without having to unplug and swap console cables? Also I have a Sonos beam in the mix. Any help would be appreciated! 🙏🏽

[@kacaus]

Can I use this without any extra devices? Does it work if I just play videos on the build-in app in the tv like Netflix and KZbin? Thanks.

[@GeekStreet]

No that doesn't work unfortunately

[@JeremyRicci]

Does this solve the issue with the Sync Box being overloaded by 4K signal? Mine drops signal very regularly, causing the screen to go black from anywhere between 5 to 30 seconds.

[@GeekStreet]

It worked fine for me

[@Sound1one]

Would this work with a Samsung Frame tv with the one connect box?

[@bmacc604]

Would this work if I wanted to use the built in Netflix or Disney apps on my lg TV though?

[@blackmirror352]

@@bmacc604 no but you can get a fire stick or Apple TV and use that

[@mikeg035]

How did you/Where did you get the mounts for the sync box and the splitter for the back of the TV? Thanks!

[@MovieCaveDave]

Amazon

[@countheisenberg3086]

HDMI 2.1 Great video!

[@GeekStreet]

❤️

[@spectreracing]

What’s the setup if I use a receiver for all of my devices? I just use a single HDMI eARC from my receiver to my tv. Both tv and receiver are 120hz/VRR capable

[@CMA1967]

Excellent question, I have the same set up. Let’s see if we get any answers.

[@falconsh92]

did you do something extra with the splitter? like an update or something. My lights stop syncing at the time VRR is enabled. doesn’t matter what EDID is tuned on. and yes the switch is turned to 1080p. what kinda works for me is to turn the PS5s 4K-output to -1 what limits the HDR. the HDMI cable are all 2.1.

[@GeekStreet]

I mentioned in the video, reselect copy on splitter and it starts working again

[@falconsh92]

@@GeekStreet tried it… did nothing. thats why I asked.🥺

[@GeekStreet]

@@falconsh92 weird i didn't do anything different, you have the right outputs connected? It may need a firmware update, I'm guessing

[@OnTheSpaceShip]

Same problem here. WHEN VRR is off, amblight is synchronised, but when I'm turning it on then each time I'm changing my game I'm losing synchronisation. What to do with this?

[@valbonamehmedi208]

Is the bridge necessary for the tv lights?? Or just the sync box?

[@PaslaruCostel]

@@valbonamehmedi208 The bridge is necessary as well.

[@lochua3697]

May I ask ..why I can’t south hue sync app ? Cause I don’t see it on the App Store

[@Ellacost831]

Could you just buy the HDMI splitter separately if you own older version of Philips hue box?

[@GeekStreet]

Yes like I did in the video

[@RVM198]

The flickering of the tv in the PS5 scenario is caused by the conflicting HDMI 2.0 and 2.1. PS5 requires 2.1 and will cause this kind of behavior if 2.0 is in the setup. Had the same experience unfortunately

[@Atsuru]

But isn't that the purpose of the splitter? My understanding of this workaround is that you are taking an HDMI 2.1 CEC signal and directly passing it to the TV via the splitter. The splitter simultaneously duplicates and downgrades the signal to the sync box. Bypassing the limitations of the sync box. Or is there something I'm missing?

[@yihaoDK]

have you tried manually setting the PS5 to only output at 2.1?

[@markus0v]

Unfortunately this is not a fix. Even though your Xbox will show 4K120 because the HDMI handshake there is "correct". The chain is still downgraded with everything going through the sync box outputting max HDMI 2.0b. So what you will end up is a HDMI 2.1 signal containing only 2.0b data.

[@mvburke331]

you missed the concept. The splitter sends one signal directly to the TV (4K120) and one signal to the synx box (for light control, only, no video output)

[@markus0v]

​@@mvburke331Sorry you guys are right. I saw a similar but different concept but all in the same chain. This popped up in my feed and I connected it. With a splitter this indeed can be a fix.

[@usasupra23]

Why have a hdmi splitter? Also, is there a way to make the Hue Sync app with no box work with my iMac mini to TV to watch Netflix etc without it giving a black screen???

[@mcoalson]

That was my question as well... my guess is that this was before the HDMI 2.1 version was out.

[@OnTheSpaceShip]

Can I do something about losing synchronisation each time I'm changing game on PS5?

[@redrosecounty]

Just plugged in a Hue Bridge (was using them bluetooth direct to app before) and what did I discover? If you are using a PC you don't even need a Hue Sync Box!!! I downloaded the Hue App for the Microsoft store and it has a sync function. Just enable it on your PC. I get full Hue lighting sync across my OLED gradient light strip, gradient 2m+1m extension and Hue Play Bars at 4k, 144Hz 4:4:4 chroma since there is no hardware limitation involved. Your PC basically becomes the sync box by running the app in the system tray. A bit niche I know, not everyone is like me but for PC users with large screen tv's or even monitors with Hue lighting this is a big win.

[@mikeygriffiths2868]

Questions if you can download it do you still need the bridge thing and could it work on xbox

[@iordachescucodrin4876]

Is there any backlight that works directly with the Smart tv? No connection from consoles or tv recievers. Only the signal that comes from the smart tv. I googled and cant seem to find one.

[@MrANTBIG]

do you need the hue bridge box if only your only doing the lights on the tv?

[@davellanos1824]

The Hue bridge is the Hub of the system, if you want the syncing the you need the bridge, furthemore as these lights are designed for this purpose it is mandatory to have the bridge regardless to communicate with them, cheers.

[@TheUnknownUser-d9l]

HDMI 2.1 - Great Video!

[@shahnawaz9277]

I want to sync for 4k 120 fps for my PC and my PS5, how do I do that? Do I need two splitters? Or are there any splitters with two inputs ? As per my understanding the PC/PS5 will go into the input and the output 1 for the TV is the 4k 120fps while the output 2 downscales to 1080p for sync lighting?

[@happyjunki3]

I have the same question. Have you figured this out?

[@tazgoth23]

I think you can connect it to av resiver. And set it on 1080p 60hz 8bit.

[@jlroman2]

Can someone help me out as to how I should connect my devices. I have the PS5 and firestick. What goes to the splitter (on which hdmi outpout?) and what goes to the sync box and tv? Thanks in advance.

[@Spook2312]

I have a cable tv box connected and a Playstation 5. When i play PS5 with game optimizer mode turned on (LG tv), when i switch to the hdmi from the cable tv box to watch tv, that hdmi input also has game optimizer mode switched on. Why cant the sync box hold tv pichture pre sets seperate for all the 4 hdmi inputs? Is that because the sync box has only one hdmi out?

[@GoSPeeDxRaCeRGo]

Does this splitter allow CEC passthrough?

[@SergioERestrepo]

I have a sound bar how does that change the connections ? Can’t seem to figure it out

[@kevinvotaw2916]

would something like this work instead - "CABLEDECONN HDMI 2.1 Ultra HD 8K High Speed 48Gbps Directional Switch Adapter 2in 1out 8K@60Hz 4K@120Hz Converter Compatible with Xbox PS5 Projectors Monitors"? I love the hue experience but everything is sooo expensive, saving $120 on a splitter would be great..

[@sweetrevengegaming]

I have this set up but with VRR enabled the sync is the wrong colors seems inverted.

[@tertianend]

Be nice if Govee fixed the HDR issue with the sync box its still bugged and displays inaccurate or washed out colours when HDR is on Red is displayed orange smaller hues of colours are almost non existent.

[@bond2k]

I have a problem with this solutions and playing Blu-ray 4K, when i play the Blu-ray the screen goes black i tried the solution to switch it again bit dosnt Works, i Need to go to the 0-t main screen to again show ¿whats happening?

[@bond2k]

This is with a PS5

[@bond2k]

¿Someone? :(

[@bond2k]

SOLUTION: Yes, always the solution is in front of our eyes In this case below, when you flip the EZCOO splitter, there's a clear legend that if you have HDCP issues, just press the SELECT button for 5 seconds, and you're good to go... and that's how it works, so everything is already perfect.

[@willyweston4834]

Good evening, Please excuse me but I need your help. I am French speaking so sorry for the translation. Behind the splitter there are 3 HDMI ports, I would like to know which one goes on the TV, on the Philips Sync box and also on the console or the PC. Because I use a PlayStation 5 and an Nvidia 3080Ti gaming PC Since using only the Philips sync box, I am limited to 4K 60hz, I would like you to help me with the connection so that I can reach 4K 120Hz while using the lights from my ambilights. Thank you in advance for your help, best regards

[@GeekStreet]

The splitter takes one input can provides 2 output the first which os 4k 120hz goes to your TV and the second reduced resolution goes to the philips hue sync box.

[@willyweston4834]

Thank you for your response, as I am French speaking it is difficult to understand the video but I think I am halfway there. So as input I connect the HDMI of the PlayStation 5 then as output 1 I connect the television and output two the Philips hue box. My problem is that I have two devices (a gaming PC and the PlayStation 5) So if I only connect the PlayStation 5 as input, there are more ports to also connect my gaming PC so I would like to know how did you connect your PlayStation and your Xbox? Since there is only one input and you already connected the Xbox, I want to know how you also connected the PlayStation. Waiting for an answer, sorry if I repeat myself but I hope you understand and can help me Sincerely

[@pupkin2006]

Is this available for 75 inch too?

[@cheeriomartinez]

What if you have a sound bar?

[@arshRhere13]

How did you manage to hide the light bar? Anyone have advice on this?

[@GeekStreet]

The tv unit had a wood backing on the back, I just balanced it on that.

[@duberxl9717]

I have this exact setup with PS5. The only issue I'm running into is that when I am playing 4K 120Hz games (Fortnite), the colors on the screen are desaturated and the brightness is pretty dark. When I switch to 60Hz content, the brightness is correct. Any ideas for a fix? Thank you for the guide!