Using Computer speakers with my Plasma TV (1 Viewer)

xiaobao12 · Nov 1, 2013

Hi all,

Is there a receiver that could allow me to hook up my Klipsch Promedia Ultras (3 x 3.5mm jacks) to use with my Plasma TV? I would hate to get rid of these speakers. They are 500 watts and the sub is great.

I am currently using a Creative DDTS but there is an annoying hum that I can't figure out how to get rid of. Is it because I live in an old house and have ungrounded outlets? The Samsung is TOSLINK out to the DDTS.

Thanks for any advice.

schan1269 · Nov 1, 2013

You have to buy an AVR with pre-outs.

An AVR with pre-outs would cost more than buying a

xiaobao12 · Nov 1, 2013

Hi Schan,

Thanks for replying. Sorry for the noob questions but I looked up the Integra and the Onkyo you listed. None of the outputs are 3.5mm.

schan1269 · Nov 1, 2013

This cable has existed since 1943. You need three.

http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-Cable-CMR210-Stereo-Adapter/dp/B000068O3B/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383336996&sr=1-1&keywords=1%2F8th+rca

xiaobao12 · Nov 1, 2013

Oh duh. Stupid me. Yes, of course.

Is there a signal lose if I go this route?

[color=rgb(40,40,40);font-family:'Merriweather Sans', sans-serif;background-color:rgb(242,242,242);]An AVR with pre-outs would cost more than buying a

schan1269 · Nov 1, 2013

Or if you have lots of EMI...

6 of these
http://www.amazon.com/Cables-29115-Meters-Velocity-Digital/dp/B0002J2B8I/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383337434&sr=1-1&keywords=digital+coax

with three
http://www.amazon.com/C2G-Cables-40645-Stereo-Adapter/dp/B000J1H4VI/ref=sr_1_19?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383337323&sr=1-19&keywords=3.5mm+stereo+to+mono

schan1269 · Nov 1, 2013

You are missing the phrasing used...

a meant for theater set of speakers.

xiaobao12 · Nov 1, 2013

schan1269 said:
Or if you have lots of EMI...

6 of these
http://www.amazon.com/Cables-29115-Meters-Velocity-Digital/dp/B0002J2B8I/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383337434&sr=1-1&keywords=digital+coax

with three
http://www.amazon.com/C2G-Cables-40645-Stereo-Adapter/dp/B000J1H4VI/ref=sr_1_19?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383337323&sr=1-19&keywords=3.5mm+stereo+to+mono

So EMI = electromagnetic interference right? I take it that you are saying if I do go this route of keeping these speakers and using RCA to 3.5mm, I will experience loss?

schan1269 · Nov 1, 2013

EMI has nothing to do with loss.

I've used 200ft of 1/8th cable between amps before(when the amps were daisy chained and had a long run and wanted it where it could get stepped on...of course covered)

How far away from the pre-outs is the woofer going to be?

6ft? 10ft? 25ft?

Is there a wifi network? Is there the base to a cordless phone?

I just remembered...

There is this thing. You can be the guinea pig...
http://www.amazon.com/Panlong-Audio-Digital-Decoder-Converter/dp/B00AMC2J1Y/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1383339150&sr=1-2&keywords=toslink+5.1+analog

xiaobao12 · Nov 3, 2013

Schan, I ordered a Denon AVR-1613. I got it from Costco so can return if it's not good.

schan1269 · Nov 3, 2013

So you are ditching your computer speakers and buying a new set of speakers.

Cool.

xiaobao12 · Nov 4, 2013

Well...not exactly yet. I do have a pair of Polk Monitors coming that I will try with this receiver.

I haven't given up on the Klipsch Ultras yet!

I found this receiver at Best Buy - it would work with my computer speakers right, since it has pre-outs?

Thanks Schan.

schan1269 · Nov 4, 2013

There is a guy on here selling a Yamaha RX-V1800.Same basic price as the Denon.And there is no link about "this will work".

schan1269 · Nov 4, 2013

I re-read your post.That 1613 doesn't have pre-outs. Which is why I said..."oh so you are buying speakers"The lowest cost Denon with pre-outs is the 3312/3.

xiaobao12 · Nov 4, 2013

Stupid me, I forgot to attach the link to BB.

The guy that is selling V-1800 for 225 - that receiver has pre-outs also. But it only has one rca input for subwoofer - am I correct?

http://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio-visual/av-receivers-amps/rx/rx-v1800_black__u/?mode=model

Also, $225 seems like an amazing price? These use to sell for $1000?

Thanks Schan.

schan1269 · Nov 4, 2013

You only need 1 subwoofer input.That AVR, was well over $1000. Keep in mind it is not 3D compatible. Which is probably why he is selling it.

xiaobao12 · Nov 4, 2013

Hi Schan - thanks for writing. I looked up some things on 3D. First, I would need a TV that has 3D, right? That is something that I don't see myself doing.

Aside from that, would the V-1800 that that guy is selling be a great buy for me and keep me happy for many years?

schan1269 · Nov 4, 2013

More than likely...yes.And when you decide on some real speakers...it will power darn near anything. Even Maggies.

xiaobao12 · Nov 17, 2013

Schan, this one also has a pre-out also eh?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?SID=mhT1IE_8EeOoIyas14OV6QgZg_yypn3_0_0_0&AID=10440897&PID=1225267&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction -_-

cables

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schan1269 · Nov 17, 2013

No. Preouts in Yamaha are the...

667(last model year of the 6XX to have them)
871
773
775

If you can't tell...67/71/73/75 denote year they were made. The 6, 7 and 8(if not obvious...the first digit) denote series. Those are lowest model numbers each year to have pre-outs. So...if the 667 has pre-outs...so does the 767(if it exists) and 867(if it exists).

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