Search results

  1. Gary Coker

    Notebook or portable for DVD?

    I tried traveling with a laptop for watching DVDs and it was a major hassle, especially if it's kids that are mainly going to use it. I used a new IBM laptop with a 1.2-GHz processor and 12.1-inch screen. Hassles included: Clunky size. Even though this was a small notebook (around 4 pounds)...
  2. Gary Coker

    DVD Etc Poll: List Your Favorite Demo Selection

    I like the opening (first 2 chapters) of The Mask of Zorro. It has everything: in addition to a mix of bright outdoor visuals and darker indoor scenes, the audio is phenomenal and really shows off the impact of *dynamic range*, going from quiet conversation to high-volume action. The title...
  3. Gary Coker

    Pioneer receiver overloads with DefTech speakers -- HELP!

    The speakers are rated at over 90dB sensitivity and my room is 20x15x9 = 2700 cubic feet. Everything sounds great at "normal" volumes, but when I really want to crank it up is when I get the "Overload". This is the first time I've had a center speaker (I've only been driving the 2 mains and 2...
  4. Gary Coker

    Pioneer receiver overloads with DefTech speakers -- HELP!

    Thanks, Stephen. I had planned to upgrade my whole system a piece at a time and I was leaning towards a new HDTV next, but it looks like the receiver will be the next upgrade. A few more questions: 1. Since the DefTechs have powered subs built-in, would it help if I ran the LFE output from...
  5. Gary Coker

    Pioneer receiver overloads with DefTech speakers -- HELP!

    I have a Pioneer VSX-D608 receiver (about 3 yrs old). I recently upgraded my speakers to a DefTech setup (BP2006TL mains, CLR2300 center, BP2X surrounds). This is the first time I've had a center speaker hooked up to the receiver. The problem I have is that the receiver now gives me the...
Top