I actually experienced the exact same issue with my Windows 8 install on an ASRock CoreHT 252B Mini PC, which acts as my HTPC. Probably the same or similar as you, I'm outputting both video and audio ...

This is an AV issue, but looks to be Mac-specific, so posting here rather than in the A/V Club. Sorry for the length, but I'm trying to supply all relevant info) Summary: I have an MBP connected via ...

HDMI is the norm for a lot of devices these days, but there are times when you need something more than HDMI. Whether you need to connect to RCA or Optical (SPDIF) or even just headphones, an audio ...

Modern soundbars are pretty capable and typically support a wide range of input options, including HDMI and optical ports. The HDMI port, which is referred to as an Audio Return Channel (ARC) or ...

Lately, despite my setting in the Device Manager, where I've disabled it, every time I update my Nvidia drivers, it enables Nvidia HD Audio again and this occasionally wreaks havoc. Last night I was ...

An HDMI splitter (not to be confused with an HDMI switch) can be useful for showing the same content on multiple streams, but there are hazards to be aware of.