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  1. Peter L

    Denon 3802 Systems Menu How to Access?

    Hi, I can't seem to access the systems menu of my denon 3802. When I hit setup on the denon remote nothing happens. The LED on the remote says AV setup but nothing shows on the screen. I have component out from my DVD player to 3802 DVD in, and component out from 3802 to my HDTV component...
  2. Peter L

    SPL meter for dummies

    I'm a newbie trying to learn more about home theater but I just don't get it when it comes to measuring sound, how speakers work, what watts, ohms, db, and all that really means. I want to calibrate my speakers with a SPL but don't understand the manual. If anyone knows a link for an easy to...
  3. Peter L

    Component HD Cables how to measure?

    Thank you to all who replied. I guess the reason for my post is wanting to know more about good component cables. I've heard lots of great things about monster cables but they are very expensive. I also read from other forums to go with custom made cables. How do I know if I am getting high...
  4. Peter L

    What's your preferred speakers for Denon 380X series?

    Hi I just want some input from everyone out there that is using the Denon 380X series of receivers. What main speakers do you recommend to go with it? Right now I am using Polk audio RTi800 and I'm happy with them, but they just look too small to go with my 51" HDTV. Anyone out there...
  5. Peter L

    Component HD Cables how to measure?

    Hi, I know that there has been some discussions about the different types of component cables for standard, progressive and HD video and different Mhz bandwidths. Is there a device out there that measures the level of mhz of a component cable that an average home theater Enthusiast can buy...
  6. Peter L

    HDTV Component Video problem

    Hi, I read the Sony Service Bulletin from Home theater Spot but the service # is for USA only. If anyone has the number for Canada, please let me know. THanks, Peter
  7. Peter L

    HDTV Component Video problem

    I purchased the Sony 51HW40 in Jan 2002, and I have extended warranty so hopefully everything will be covered. I just wanted to know how serious the problem is and how much work will be needed to fix the problem. Thanks, Peter
  8. Peter L

    HDTV Component Video problem

    Hi, Svideo works perfectly fine no problems at all from dvd to tv, only component it seems like. Can anyone provide a link for the service bulletin in regards to the sony "flicker problem" issue? THanks, Peter
  9. Peter L

    HDTV Component Video problem

    Hi, Recently when I was watching a DVD movie, I notice the image on the screen turned to a yellowish/greenish tint and would switch back to regular color back and forth by itself. At first I suspected the monster component cable that I was using but I switched cables same thing. Then I plugged...
  10. Peter L

    MP3 Computer to Speakers without an amp?

    Do you or anyone has a picture of what the adapter looks like? IS it available at radio shack? THanks, Peter
  11. Peter L

    MP3 Computer to Speakers without an amp?

    Yes there are volume controls for the speakers. I guess going back to my question, I know how to connect from 1/8 stereo plug to RCA, but how do I connect from RCA to speaker wires? Whether the speakers are self powered or not I still want to try to hook my computer to the speakers. If they...
  12. Peter L

    MP3 Computer to Speakers without an amp?

    Chris, Thanks for the tips, all I know is that the main panel where all the ceiling speaker/volume control has a big IBM logo on it, and I remember the sales man told me the speakers are powered... but then he could be lying. I just don't understand why the speaker wire / wall plate is...
  13. Peter L

    MP3 Computer to Speakers without an amp?

    Assuming they are self powered, my question is how do I connect from my computer (1/8th stereo plug to speaker wires?) maybe 1/8 stereo to RCA and then RCA to speaker wires, is there such an adapter? Thanks, Peter
  14. Peter L

    MP3 Computer to Speakers without an amp?

    Hi, I want to be able to play MP3s from my computer to my prewired amplified ceiling speakers. All I have by my computer is a wall plate with a red and black speaker jack and they go directly to the ceiling speakers. I would imagine I have to use the green speaker plug from my computer to output...
  15. Peter L

    MP3 Computer to Speakers without an amp?

    Hi, I want to be able to play MP3s from my computer to my prewired amplified ceiling speakers. All I have by my computer is a wall plate with a red and black speaker jack (not RCA) and they go directly to the ceiling speakers. I would imagine I have to use the green speaker plug from my computer...
  16. Peter L

    XVCDs on RP91: Here's What I Did

    what CD encoding and utility did you use to burn the xvcd onto the cdr? Peter
  17. Peter L

    Speakers through Sub?

    Hi, need some advice from everyone please. What are the advantages or disadvantages of connecting main speakers through the subwoofer? do most people do it? Thanks, Peter
  18. Peter L

    Receivers = Firestarters? Denon, Technics

    HI all, I would like some true stories from people out there that had a receiver on fire from excessive use. I heard Denons get pretty hot, and also heard Technics are sure firestarters. Need some input please to help me decide. PS- anyone use a CPU fan mount on the receivers via AC...
  19. Peter L

    Polk Audio Speakers advice

    Hi all. I don't know too much about speakers, and need some help. I'm thinking of getting the Polk RT800I or the RT1000I. THe difference is RT1000I has a power sub built in but it only has one mid range driver where as the RT800I has NO power sub but has TWO mid range drivers. I will also...
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