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I own the M5400-PM. I have observed that if all my equipment (attached to the M5400-PM) is turned off, the output voltage will drop to 114-115V. When I turn on the equipment...the output voltage will display 123V-125V. The input voltage stays steady at 125 volts. What is happening here? Is this...

With the improved drivers (12.3) in the PB12-Plus/2...I am wondering if there is a significant improvement in quality when stepping up to the PB12-Ultra/2. Prior to the 12.3 upgrade....the consensus was the Ultra gave a small, but noticeable improvement.....now I am wondering if the gap has...

I just helped my Brother-in-law hook up his 3rd SVS 25-31PC+. The first two were purchased about 3 years ago. The last one was purchased about 3 weeks ago. All subs positioned together. The interesting thing is that we had to run the phase 180 degrees out with the new sub. I think the new sub...

Does Brick Wall have any protection for Cable TV, Sat, and Phone line connections on any of their surge protectors? If not...how do I get the same level of protection for these components? Can't voltage spikes be transmitted along these pathways and cause damage to all interconnected...

Subject: Warning To CSW customers!!!!! Cambridge Sound Works does not supply parts for the speakers they sell! My Letter to CSW customer service: I would like to start out by saying that my T500 speakers are performing flawlessly...no problems. This is a policy question that I have...

Did I actually write that??? Never thought those words would be spoken....the Audio God must be benevolent! It all started when my "Brother-in-law" called me and informed me that a class action lawsuit was settled from eons past (don't ask) and the cash was falling like manna from heaven. He...

Do any 4802 owners notice that when playing DTS material...the output is down about 5dB when compared to Dolby Digital. Noticed this with several DVD's that have both formats...DTS always quieter?

From reading the spec's sheet and reviews this looks too good to be true: SPECIFICATIONS: Continuous Average Power 200 watts x 1 (8 ohms 0.1% THD), 400W x 1 (4 ohms 0.1% THD) Dynamic Power per Channel 400W x 1 Power Bandwidth 5 Hz - 50 Khz Damping Factor Greater than 100 Input...

I am setting up a HT for a friend and considering the: Swan (Diva) 5.2 (Front L,R) C3 center speaker R3 surround speakers SVS PB2-ISD Denon 3803 My problem is that I don't think that the Denon has enough power to adequately drive the speaker package at near ref. levels in a large room...

I have a very long speaker wire run (to the rear speakers) that goes up a wall,across the attic, and down the rear wall...which amounts to about a 70' run! I have had no problems...however have always been concerned that this long a run could somehow damage my A/V receiver. To make matters worse...

Both these amps deliver 200W...but done in different ways. A quote from OUTLAW:

Has anyone bypassed the amp section in the 4802 and ran it with a (more powerful) external amp? I have both the 5803 and the 4802 and have found that with power hungry speakers...these receivers show fatigue at moderate to high volumes (in a large room). I am thinking about using the "pre-amp...

Would like to buy a "carousel" (5-disc unit) that plays both DVD-A and SACD. Does this exist?

I am in no way trying to diminish the performance of the VTF-3 sub. It is a GREAT product! That said, I have received numerous emails regarding the POPPING nuisance that the VTF-3 amp exhibits. My VTF3's are working....or sounding just fine...its just that household appliance noise that exists...

Has anyone commented on the performance differences between "dual" PB2's and a single B4+? I realize the PB2 is just "out of the oven"...but still fun to speculate. Assume you are pushing the B4+ with a Crown K2....I am starting to think that dual PB2's may have an advantage....am I wrong? I...

Without factoring in the cost differential...would the SVS PB2+ hold its own against the Denali (single 15" Tumult/(2) 18" PR's?) I don't think anyone has actually commented on the performance of either sub...especially since SVS hasn't released the PB2+ yet......but what do you DIY guys think...

Is this system worth the price? It seems that this system automatically takes into account placement and room nodes and automatically EQ's the sub! Has anyone used this...seems too good to be true???? http://www.speakercity.com/Sos/SubwooferOptimizer.shtml

I understand that the recombine switch returns the bass directed to the sub back to the Front L/R speakers. With the recombine "on" I also notice that the LFE is also re-directed to the Front L/R speakers. Now here is where it gets weird: With the Spyro Gyro SACD and a few others it seems that...

I understand that the recombine switch returns the bass directed to the sub back to the Front L/R speakers. With the recombine "on" I also notice that the LFE is also re-directed to the Front L/R speakers. Now here is where it gets weird: With the Spyro Gyro SACD and a few others it seems that...

I am using the ICBM with the Pioneer DV-45A. When listening to DVD-A/SACD through the ICBM, I have to change the phase switch on my subs to "180 degrees out" to get the proper bass output. When bypassing the ICBM and listening to CD's or DTS music (utilizing the bass management in the Denon...

With all the bad press regarding Monster Interlink cables (justified or not) I was wondering if anybody has experience with the cables from Outlaw Audio? Just received my ICBM and need to buy a whole bunch of cable...12 to be exact. There PCA 1.2M is around $20.00 each...seems to good to be true?

Do I have this correct: If I am running my FRONT speakers LARGE (everything else small(80hz and above)..normal bass management will not look at the front L/R channels for information to pass to the sub. Low frequency for the sub will be bass from any speaker set to small and the LFE. Now when...

Just installed the 25-31 PC+ and the top metal grill doesn't want to come off. How do you take this off to install port blocker plugs....I think this thing is more potent than a single VTF3...SVS guys were right!!! Mike Sloan;)

Need insight: The new George Lucas recording studio "skywalker Sound" has choosen the prestigious B&W 802's as their reference monitors. Skywalker Sound finalizes the sound tracks employing the THX Digital Mastering program, ensuring that DVD software, laser discs and VHS videotapes provide...

I recently E-mailed THX and asked them how best to use their new THX Optimizer. Thx's response was this: Never calibrate using a DVD disc. Only calibrate using the internal test tones in a receiver or pre-amp. This is in direct contradiction to their statement regarding the THX Optimizer...

I recently E-mailed THX and was inquiring about the exact procedures on how to use the new THX Optimizer found on some DVD's. Here is their response: Always calibrate using the 75dB SPL INTERNAL set up tone. Set the SPL meter to "C" weighted "Slow" ..never use a disc to calibrate. So THX...

I realise that the THX optimiser may be a newer version of the Optimode system....allowing you to optimize the performance of your home theater system for individual DVD titles. They don't specify calibration levels. Others have reported problems.They have recently stated that the Optimode...

I am thinking about the DIY setups and need advise and commentary on which driver to go with. I already have a Crown K2 and was thinking about the 15.2 enclosure offered by Stryke...or the 24" offered by Acoustic Visions. I will be building 2 enclosures so the amp will have to push both. I have...

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