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Onkyo HT-R520 - Can I use it for high definition surround sound theater with 1080p TV?

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I bought this 5 years ago and have been happy.  I recently bought a new tv and am confused about what I can and cannot use with this system?  Since it does not have HDMI, do I need to get a new reciever to max out the signal quality, etc..?
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I found it online, and I see it has the 5.1 multi-channel analog inputs.
If you get a BD player that decodes internally, and sends the signal out via it's 5.1/7.1 multi-channel analog outputs, you will be able to hear the HD audio from blu ray movies. Run the HDMI from the BD player straight to the tv for the video, and these 5.1 analog to the receiver.

Of course, a new receiver would probably be better in the long run. It would make things easier, such as less cables and easier switching. You could always get a Harmony remote, and let it do the switching for you.
Good luck!
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Makes sense.  Thanks for the feedback!!
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