2012-06-04, 20:24
I've installed XBMCbuntu on my Zotac Zbox ID81, which is connected to a Samsung TV (UE46C6005) via HDMI.
It works beautifully most of the time, but sometimes when I've been watching TV and switch HDMI source back to the Zbox, I get only video noise (no picture at all). Much like old fashion analog noise when you couldn't get any reception on your antenna. I can still access the Zbox from my computer, so I know it's there and working. If I keep trying to change HDMI source back and forth I will eventually get a picture from the Zbox again. I've noticed that when switching from TV to Zbox, the TV changes refresh rate from fullHD@50hz to fullHD@60hz. This happens both when there's a picture and when there's only noise.
I'm not sure if this is a XBMC, Zotac or Samsung-issue, but my guess is it has something to do with Linux video rendering. I haven't installed any additional drivers for XBMCbuntu. Should I?
(I have very little knowledge of Linux, so detailed instructions are needed
Edit: My Zbox has integrated Intel HD graphics.
Edit 2: Turning the TV off then on will bring the signal back. Turning the Zbox off then on will also bring the signal back. The only thing which doesn't work is switching HDMI source on the TV.
It works beautifully most of the time, but sometimes when I've been watching TV and switch HDMI source back to the Zbox, I get only video noise (no picture at all). Much like old fashion analog noise when you couldn't get any reception on your antenna. I can still access the Zbox from my computer, so I know it's there and working. If I keep trying to change HDMI source back and forth I will eventually get a picture from the Zbox again. I've noticed that when switching from TV to Zbox, the TV changes refresh rate from fullHD@50hz to fullHD@60hz. This happens both when there's a picture and when there's only noise.
I'm not sure if this is a XBMC, Zotac or Samsung-issue, but my guess is it has something to do with Linux video rendering. I haven't installed any additional drivers for XBMCbuntu. Should I?
(I have very little knowledge of Linux, so detailed instructions are needed
Edit: My Zbox has integrated Intel HD graphics.
Edit 2: Turning the TV off then on will bring the signal back. Turning the Zbox off then on will also bring the signal back. The only thing which doesn't work is switching HDMI source on the TV.