How to properly connect a Vizio Model M55-C2 and Apple TV to a Yamaha Model RX-V367 Audio Receiver

[hilperts]

I have a Vizio M55-C2 TV; an Apple TV; and a Yamaha RX-V367 audio receiver.

I think I have them connected properly. I'm using HDMI cables to connect the audio system to my TV and my Apple TV.

The only way to get my Apple TV to function at all is to leave my audio receiver permanently powered on. Then I have to go through the following process: I switch from watching cable TV (my Audio 1) to using my Apple TV (my HDMI 3), which is connected through the audio receiver. Then I have to wait 5-15 minutes before the "No Signal" message gives way to a signal that is strong enough to produce video and sound (mostly) without interruption.

Is it possible my TV is not compatible with my audio system? Or maybe my audio system is just old (about 7 years, I think)?

Any ideas? I'd appreciate the help!

 

[jsmithepa]

AppleTV ---> Receiver ---> TV.

AppleTV1, 2, 3, or 4?

Early older HDMI switching known to be un-consistent. Make sure you are using HDMI 1.4 cable or newer. If there are firmware updates, do those too.

 

[americanaudiophile]

You can try connecting the Apple TV directly to the TV and just leave the receiver on Audio 1 all the time.

 

[hilperts]

AppleTV ---> Receiver ---> TV.

AppleTV1, 2, 3, or 4?

Early older HDMI switching known to be un-consistent. Make sure you are using HDMI 1.4 cable or newer. If there are firmware updates, do those too.

 

[hilperts]

The latest Apple TV, as of this posting. I guess it's Apple 4?

 

[hilperts]

You can try connecting the Apple TV directly to the TV and just leave the receiver on Audio 1 all the time.

Unfortunately, this didn't work, but thanks for the suggestion.