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Hue sync box apple tv 4k2/19/2023 ![]() *Image on the television? Yes, but it only recognizes when it is HDR. *Dolby Vision Enhanced Compability turned on (Hue Box)? Yes Obviously the lights won't sync because the hue sync is not connected.ģ- When I turn on the option on the Hue Sync app under advanced settings "Dolby Vision Enhanced Compatibility", the lights go back into syncing with the image but the TV doesn't recognize Dolby Vision anymore. ![]() Everything that happens on scenario 1 happens here. *Dolby Vision Formats available on Apple TV Video Format settings: 1080p (all frequencies), Dolby Vision 4k (30hz, 25hz, 24hz)Ģ- Connecting directly to TV without using Hue Sync Box. From both Apple TV to Hue Sync and Hue Sync to TV *Cables used: Both RocketFish and Belkin listed above. *Connected to port 2 or 4 on phillips Hue? Yes (also tried different ports as well) *Dolby Vision works when 4k HDR is on with match content or at any Dolby Vision format? Yes but lights won't sync * Lights syncing? Not when Dolby Vision is showing on TV or selected as default option on Apple TV * Image on the television? Yes, it correctly recognizes HDR and Dolby Vision *Dolby Vision Enhanced Compability turned on (Hue Box)? No These are the main things under this set up: The lights will only work when the content is 4k HD or HDR. But the moment that it turns the settings to Dolby Vision, the Hue Lights Sync stops syncing. Let me give you the three possible scenarios that I can test:ġ- The issue is that apple TV recognizes dolby vision only when the option on the Hue Sync app under advanced settings "Dolby Vision Enhanced Compatibility" is off. I've also tried to reset my apple tv, reset my Hue Sync Box, change internet set up, update my TV firmware and no success. Rocketfish™ - 1.5' 4K UltraHD/HDR In-Wall Rated HDMI Cableīelkin UltraHD High Speed 4K HDMI Cable ( This one is even Dolby vision compatible - it says in the box) Yes I tried to update the hue sync box, I've used two different cables: The Philips Hue Sync Box works with your existing Hue lights and is available now on Amazon for $229.Hi here is an extremely detailed explanation of what is going on: Your Hue lights can now sync to those while the signal is passed through to your TV. This update also brings support for HDR content, including Dolby Vision and HDR10+ content. Many remotes have "favorites" or other buttons that go unused and now the Sync Box can learn those buttons so they can be used to change inputs or power it on and off. ![]() You can use a Harmony universal remote or you can control it from any button on your existing remote. That means you can ask Siri to start syncing your lights, to stop, to turn the box off, and to change the HDMI input.Īdditionally, this updates brings support for IR remotes as was promised at CES 2020. The most recent update, available now, brings support to control the box via Apple's Siri, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. If an explosion happens on screen, your living room lights will illuminate in yellows and oranges for a more immersive experience. The Sync box will then analyze the HDMI signal and recreate what is on-screen, using the Hue lights in your home. The Hue Sync Box has four HDMI inputs that allow you to connect various AV devices.
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