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Q: QuestionWhen I use a "mini 3.5 Analog to RCA" cable from my TV Audio Out/Headphone jack to my old stereo, my Comcast remote controls the "volume" for both Stereo and TV but volume is low. With this optical converter, can my Comcast remote still control both?

Asked 6 years ago by BBuyer.

• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 5 years ago by RoRoVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI recently received a lg sondbar as a gift and it only has a optical port and the tv that i have does not have the optical port will this opitcal/coaxial to analog converter allow me to use the soundbar.

Asked 6 years ago by Jimmy.

• A:Answer It’s worth a try. You can always return it within their timeline for returns. I have an older dvd/surround system (over 10 years old) It doesn’t have an optical input to plug into my new smart tv. The analog converter is my working solution. I’m spoiled on surround sound, tv speaker sound just doesn’t do it for me.

  Answered 6 years ago by MrBeesreviewVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill this let me hook up headphones to my new Samsung Smart TV?

Asked 6 years ago by Debbie.

• A:Answer No, there is no provision for a headphone jack. This device will take a digital output from a source (TV, cable/SAT converter box, etc.) and convert to an analog signal (RCA jacks) to an amplifier/receiver which should have a headphone jack. If you have a newer amplifier with digital audio inputs you do not need this device.

  Answered 6 years ago by TroyboyVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI bought a new Samsung 40" tv and already have a sound bar but can't connect. Samsung tech said I need an optical to RCA adapter. What part do I need?

Asked 6 years ago by mouse.

• A:Answer Unfortunately, many of the newer TVs no longer feature RCA connectors, the little round red and white inputs common to vintage sound equipment. But such newer models do have digital optical outputs, which can generally produce a better connection than the older RCA connectors. To connect an older soundbar (with RCA inputs) you will need something like the Insignia Digital to Analog Converter, which, when connected from the TV with an Optical Audio Digital Toslink Cable and then from the Converter with a standard two wire (male red and white connector) RCA connector to the Soundbar will provide a viable connection. Make sure the two cables (Toslink and RCA cord) are long enough to reach from the TV to the Converter and then to the Soundbar, which in most cases will not be too lengthy. Also, expect better quality if you purchase better quality cables. The standard cheapo cords that are often included with big box store stereo equipment will do the job, but you may get improved sound for a few dollars more expenditure. Hope that helps.

  Answered 6 years ago by FredVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill this send a 5.1 digital signal to my rca analogue 5.1 speakers?

Asked 6 years ago by Soundguy.

• A:Answer Yes if you use this along with an optical cable going out from tv to an older receiver (rca red and white )

  Answered 6 years ago by AnimationFan

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Q: QuestionWhat is the bit depth and sampling rates supported? Unbelievable that it is not in the specs.

Asked 6 years ago by Mario.

Q: QuestionCan this be used on a Canon Image Class printer so the printer can distinguish between a phone call and a fax?

Asked 6 years ago by Cindy.

• A:Answer Possibly but I suggest contacting Cannon first.

  Answered 6 years ago by huckhoundVerified Purchase

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Q: Questioncan i watch youtube in my samsung 55nu7090 and an old sony hometheater with this? my tv only has optical sound so might need this one. also heard from others that youtube is not compatible with this. hope u can anwer my question. thanks

Asked 6 years ago by aries.

• A:Answer Hi. TV usually have Optical OUT. This device converts this optical into RCA (Red and White) OUTS. If your Home Theater have RCA INS, you should be able to get sound from the Youtube to the home theater. Charles V. - Insignia Support https://www.insigniaproducts.com/contact-us

  Answered 6 years ago by InsigniaCustomerSupport

  
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Q: QuestionSpectrum has no optical connection on their box for me to plug into. How does this plug in to get headphones to work? I don't want to buy something that I am unable to connect, again... Thank you Nana

Asked 6 years ago by Nana.

• A:Answer There is a standard TOSLINK optical input.

  Answered 2 years ago by electronicsTraining

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Q: QuestionMy husband has wireless headphones to use while watching TV. It has an optical cable but we have switched to Spectrum which has no place to plug in optical. I only need some kind of converter to change the opticall to go into the Spectrum cable box. Is th

Asked 6 years ago by Nana.

Q: QuestionWe have cable. Will this box allow us to receive cable TV? Is it the same box as Spectrum uses for old TVS. We now pay Spectrum 5.99 a month for a converter - will this replace the Spectrum coverter - with no monthly charge? Thank you, CLTP

Asked 6 years ago by CLTP.

• A:Answer Hi. It's likely it will work. My best advice is pick it up and if it does not what you expected, you can always use the 15-day grace period Best Buy offers as a store for returns. Charles V. - Insignia Support https://www.insigniaproducts.com/contact-us

  Answered 6 years ago by InsigniaCustomerSupport

  
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Q: Questionwill this device work from digital tv sound to analog tvears

Asked 6 years ago by bj.

• A:Answer Yes. It will work. That is the purpose for this device.

  Answered 6 years ago by Samsung123Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWill this connect my Bose SoundDock to my Samsung tv so I can use the SoundDock as a speaker?

Asked 6 years ago by TechHeadache.

• A:Answer IF YOUR PARTICULAR MODEL OF BOSE SOUNDOCK HAS AN AUX AUDIO INPUT EITHER RCA TYPE JACKS OR A 1/8INCH 3.5 MM JACK THEN YES YOU CAN USE THE DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER BOX WITH IT AND THE SAMSUNG TV AS LONG AS THE TV HAS A DIGITAL OUTPUT CONNECTION. A RCA TO RCA CABLE COMES WITH THE CONVERTER BOX BUT IF YOUR BOSE USES A 3.5 MM AUX INPUT JACK THEN YOU WOULD NEED TO BUY AND ADAPTOR CABLE WITH RCA PLUGS ON ONE END AND A 3.5MM 1/8TH INCH PHONE PLUG ON THE OTHER END AND THEN YOUR IN BUSINESS. HOPE THIS HELPS.

  Answered 6 years ago by THEKINGVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionTrying to connect speakers/receiver to old epson moviemate projector through optical. Will this work?

Asked 6 years ago by SASSENACH.

• A:Answer You need to make sure the connection is orange and a digital cox connection for it to work. The receiver needs to have the orange connection for the digital cox for this connector to work.

  Answered 6 years ago by Bigkid

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Q: QuestionWe have digital phone line service (that provides a bundle package) not compatible with analog phones. Will this adapter allow to use the analog phone to get a clear sound ? If yes, : Do I need any extra accessories for the installation/ connection?

Asked 6 years ago by KEN.

• A:Answer This will only work if it has a orange digital cox connection.

  Answered 6 years ago by Bigkid

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Q: QuestionMy cable includes telephone but I need a splitter they tell me. What can I buy that would connect cable to my phone so my phone jack will work?

Asked 6 years ago by Fitzpatrick.

• A:Answer You should be able to purchase the splitter at best buy. I purchased a splitter at best buy for my subwoofer connection to the receiver.

  Answered 6 years ago by Bigkid

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Q: QuestionUsing the optical to RCA feature I have to slide the switch on the unit back and forth to get the sound to work. Then it happens again the next time I use it. I returned the first one because it was doing the same thing. Is the switch defective on these?

Asked 6 years ago by Rich.

• A:Answer I have had no problem with my cable, could be a defective product.

  Answered 6 years ago by dmac65Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes this need a power source? Is a optical cable included ? Will it work with 4K tv?

Asked 6 years ago by dpscosmo.

• A:Answer Yes it needs a power source. You will need to buy digital optical cable. Not sure what you mean by a 4K tv. It worked fine in back feed noise reduction on a older Samsung smart tv

  Answered 6 years ago by Dalelaurie4Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionI have a Sanyo tv,with a digital output and I'm trying to hook up a bluetooth transmitter that has a red and white rca connection. Can I use this product and buy a cable to fit the rca female connector cable?

Asked 6 years ago by VicS.

• A:Answer N/A

  Answered 6 years ago by DgmarVerified Purchase

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