Posts by Randy C Sr

The problem you are having I believe is an old problem that is not limited to the Samsung Player you are using. I have the BenQ PE8700+ as well. Your problem sounds almost identical to what I experienced with my Samsung HD950. The only...

I have the predecessor BenQ PE8700+. The 8720 is the updated version. I really like the picture quality. The 8720 being an improved version I imagine is awesome. The only thing I wish was different is the lens has to be adjusted via...

I don't have the 860 but I do have the 950 and do not like it. I opted for the 950 because I could get it in black. Picture quality is good if you aren't picky about black being really black. The HDMI output for me was a problem....

Quote: Originally Posted by Viper I was looking on amazon.com and saw one that's a DVD/LD combo or something for like $1000. That's just insane. Of course, it's kind of crazy to bother with those at all these days....

Quote: Originally Posted by Jody_R I was actually set to buy a 1014, but the deal fell through and while I was waiting i checked out audiogon... Basically i was gonna get a 1014 cause they're so cheap, but now I'm wondering...

All receivers and preamps have noise. The key is to have a signal to noise ratio large enough that the noise (hiss in your case) is not audible. It does sound like it's time to upgrade/replace the receiver.

The Ref 50 is the way to go. I went from the Ref 20 to the 50. The sound quality is excellent. Music has depth and detail. Movie sound tracks are also excellent.

I like the preamp/processor route. My reason with a receiver if something goes bad you now have no options as far as a work around.

It really is not necessary to get a high cable to connect your ipod to the receiver. All you really need to be concerned with is a cable of good enough quality that you do not pick up any noise. I have used e $30 and a $10 cable. I...

I would also suggest to move the crossover point to 80hz instead of 100hz. That will eliminate some of the boominess you were getting. If that Sony has a pre out you may be able to get away with just purchasing a good power amp for the...