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What does HDMI PassThrough mean?

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Andrew Ramirez

Published Mar 24, 2026

What does HDMI PassThrough mean?

The HDMI Pass through feature lets you output the HDMI® signal (audio/video) from a Blu-ray Disc®, cable box, satellite receiver or other source device to the TV even when the receiver is in standby mode. All of the devices used must be connected using an HDMI connection for this feature to work.

What should I do if my HDMI is not working?

If an error is detected, please refer to the flow of the corresponding error number in the “Trouble shooting Guide”. 20 3 Audio Test Diagnose audio-related issues. If an error is detected, please refer to the flow of the corresponding error number in the “Trouble shooting Guide”.

How to reset Limit Mode in HDMI diagnostics?

Limit mode settings that are made in the HDMI Diagnostics mode are reset to the factory default values. However, settings other than HDMI Diagnostics (e.g. Speaker setup, Video Setup, Audio Setup) are not reset. 1Select “5 Limit Mode” from the HDMI Diagnostics menu. 2Select “Reset” from the Limit mode menu. 3Select ”All source”, then press ENTER.

How to set your HDMI to max resolution?

Limit Mode Menu 12 Source Selection 12 Setting 13 Max Resolution 13 HDCP2.2 / HDR / Deep Color / Dolby Vision / DTS:X / Dolby Atmos / PCM 2ch only 14 Reset 14 Procedure (Max Resolution) 15 Tips for Limit Mode Setup 17 2 Max Resolution 17 3 HDCP 2.2 17 4 HDR 17 5 Deep Color 17 6 Dolby Vision 17 7 DTS:X 18 8 Dolby Atmos 18 9 PCM 2ch only 18

How to do HDMI diagnostics on a Samsung TV?

2Press and hold the main unit’s buttons [A] and [B] at least 3 seconds until “HDMI DIAGNOSTICS” appears on the front panel display. Model Button [A] Button [B] AVR-S730H AVR-S930H AVR-X1400H AVR-X2400H ZONE2 SOURCE TUNER PRESET CH –

What are the issues with my HDMI cable?

0Find issues with the AV Receiver’s hardware (Self diagnostics) 0Find issues with external equipment and settings. 0Find issues with HDMI cable capabilities and connection. 0Restrict EDID or HDCP on the AV receiver to resolve issues caused by incompatibility with the AV receiver.

Limit mode settings that are made in the HDMI Diagnostics mode are reset to the factory default values. However, settings other than HDMI Diagnostics (e.g. Speaker setup, Video Setup, Audio Setup) are not reset. 1Select “5 Limit Mode” from the HDMI Diagnostics menu. 2Select “Reset” from the Limit mode menu. 3Select ”All source”, then press ENTER.

How to use HDMI remote control for troubleshooting?

0Use the buttons on the front panel or the included remote control to operate the HDMI DIAGNOSTICS function. 0Follow the guidance displayed in the front display to resolve issues using Auto Test in HDMI DIAGNOSTICS. 0Video Test and Audio Test in HDMI DIAGNOSTICS can be used to perform various tests manually according to the displayed error code.

Limit Mode Menu 12 Source Selection 12 Setting 13 Max Resolution 13 HDCP2.2 / HDR / Deep Color / Dolby Vision / DTS:X / Dolby Atmos / PCM 2ch only 14 Reset 14 Procedure (Max Resolution) 15 Tips for Limit Mode Setup 17 2 Max Resolution 17 3 HDCP 2.2 17 4 HDR 17 5 Deep Color 17 6 Dolby Vision 17 7 DTS:X 18 8 Dolby Atmos 18 9 PCM 2ch only 18