If I use a splitter, I need an HDMI cable to the grabber (connected to the Pi) and another one to the TV. That should be the logic...
But I've seen a video with a splitter only connected to the grabber. From there, a USB cable to the Pi and an HDMI cable to the TV.
I can't see how it's working, but if this is the way, the stick device is not appropriate.
Is it?
Thank you as this answers some of my questions of the moment.
So you confirm that these devices can become hot (edit: sorry you say the Pi may)... and should probably be kept away from casings, unless a good ventilation is provided.
What is the overall advantage of this 'loop'? Does it really avoid using a splitter?
So what if I use this very cheap (without loop)? https://aliexpress.com/item/1005001814357176.html
It saves cable connections and if it does the job...
I have a Pi 3B+ and a W28Q2B led strip, nothing complicated.
A proper shutdown of the Pi is the key point, but also a compact design of the whole. Bravo!
I have a Pi 3 B+ which would make it slightly different.
And I would need some more explanations for a start. A very good project. Thank you!
Hello everyone,
I am testing Hyperion on a Pi 3 B+ with a led strip, without any grabber or splitter (as there is no image or sound output). Whether I could get a light effect on idle mode? It seems no...
It seems a grabber is (absolutely) necessary. Now which one should I pick up?
I read that an HDMI grabber with loop avoids to use a splitter (I have one but if I can avoid it, that's probably better but it could become hot > is that true?).
I also read that a RCA grabber is still the best solution...
EDIT: I thought a grabber would avoid HDCP problems and I am a bit confused here. Why a grabber for my test without any output?
