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Cool, thanks for the valuable info. My panasonic tv has a DVI input but my player is HDMI - I am now somewhat confident that I can use an HDMI to DVI cable. Thanks again, JC

Hi all, I was wondering if any of you are aware of any limitations on converting HDMI to DVI or visa versa. I have read in a couple of forums and on Audioholics.Com that you may not necessarily get the same performance as you would if you would run the straight connection without using a...

The Marantz SR8200 receiver in comparison to the SR8000 is completely different as far as audio quality. The 8000 is an excellent receiver as has a really rich warm tonal characteristic. The 8200 is not quite as warm but much more detailed. They both have IE Transformers (not torroidal) but...

Thanx for the info JohnnyG, I totally understand it when it is explained in lamens terms. I won't be getting the cable until next week from PacificCable.com. I've heard of problems with converting HDMI to DVI - such things where the video quality is not as good as a direct HDMI to HDMI...

Thanx for the info guys, it is good to know that there is an alternative to a 120$ cable to convert the HDMI to DVI. I just ordered the cable. I'm alarmed however, regarding the recall issues. Can someone please explain why they are recalling the player? I've used mine for a few days now and it...

I just recently purchased this Toshiba SD5960 (200$)and was under the impression that it would output 720p or 1080i from the Component video outputs, not just the HDMI. Upon contacting the Tech Support team, they advised that it was HDMI only. My Panasonic HD Tube has a DVI Input, and I...

My question is regarding the warming or burning in of a new component. Is there a certain number of hours that you have to warm a component in for, depending on if it is an amplifier or a player? Would you generally leave a disc on repeat for the total warm-in period or would that be too...

Harley, This does not appear to be a copy protection issue at all. Your digital out settings must be set to "on" for DTS and Dobly Digital should not be set to PCM. Other than that I'm sure you're doing everything correctly. I beleive that this is a DTS-ES title but that shouldn't effect...

I would recommend a discontinued Sony dvd player. Either the DVP7000 or the DVP7700 all got excellent marks. If you could find one for a good deal - they originally sold for about $1000. They have a full copper chassis. JC:D

I have an upgraded SR 8200 with MA6100 Monoblocks for my mains - it doesn't drop out at all and the upgrade is definately noticable with DD and DTS decoding ("32 bit") - although it is subtle. I'm using it with a Sony 999ES (SACD) with a digital coax without any problems. This receiver is...

Bob, There is some truth to that old addage. I would not however buy a receiver over another and let the weight be the deciding factor. Typically, if a receiver is heavier than another it means that the power supply may be bigger. Often times, a spec sheet can help in determining what type...

Thanks for all of the helpfull info guys. Hey Robert AG, how can they say that it is 96/24 if it really isn't? Isn't that false advertising? I know it can't really compare to dvd audio or the technology behind it(MLP or Meridian Lossless Packing), but then again I've never heard it. Have any...

Dave, An strange problem indeed. I would recommend making sure the you have assigned your digital inputs correctly. If it is correct, perhaps toggeling with the A/D (analog/digital) button can help do the trick to switch to your satellites input with the DVD player on. Maybe assigning a new...

Hello All, I recently found out that I have the upgraded version of the Marantz SR8200 (Basically the 8300). I'm a bit confused as to what DTS 96/24 is. I know that it is a higher sampling rate, but does the actual title have to be in that specific format to work? I looked on the DTS website...

It could be either the decoding or the center channel amplifier. Can you try a DTS source and see if that gives you center channel output. If it is the amplifier make sure that the center channel speaker wire is fully shilded without any nails or staples penetrating the sheilding. Make sure that...

Chris, Ironically, the top of the unit does not feel very hot at all when the fan seems to come on. If your 8200 is inside of your a/v cabinet without side ventilation and doesn't give you this problem (without external amps) - then I would definately have to agree. I'm still waiting on the...

Tim Your Panasonic RP 56 is actually a pretting decent progressive scan player. I would not use it as my audio player for cds, but I've seen the video image and I believe it has a faroudja processor - although not stenciled on the face. Your weekest link is definately your receiver. As to...

John Thanks for the info. I've heard your PM7000 and it is definately impressive for an integrated amp. It's hard to beat HDAMs - they used those in their older Reference series, including the SR-14EX. I'm running Cambridge Soundworks Newton MC300s for my LCR and Newton S300 multipoles...

John In fact the 8200 does have a fan. If you take a flashlight and shine it into the holes on the right side panel (where the heat sinks are), you'll see a fan deep inside. It's good to know that this is something that is not supposed to be happening though, the MA6100s don't have a fan...

A question regarding my cooling fan: My current setup is with a Marantz SR8200 with two MA6100 THX Ultra Monoblocks for my mains. The sound quality in two channel stereo is simply awsome! I listen to my music pretty loud in 2 channel stereo. At around -5db to 0db, my cooling fan comes on in...

Ryan, To answer you question regarding build quality with the STRDE series.... it is not that great. One of the greatest things that impacts the performance duration of a receiver is the dissapation of heat. The STRDE series has two peice heat sinks. Basically, it uses thin aluminum peices...

Todd I'm not sure if this is a "do it yourself" fix. I would recommend calling the manufacturer to get a list of authorized repair centers, call the repair center and ask about the problem, possibly an estimate. Is it a digital in/out or analog in/out? JC

I second the Marantz SR 9300. These receivers definately offer a really musical sound quality; warm but still really detailed. The ADDC feature on the 8300 and 9300 receivers use two DACs per channel in stereo mode for the utmost detail and accurate soundstaging! Good Luck! :D JC

Rick Firmware upgrades can fix a number of "oversights" with the original production of a receiver, but can also "upgrade" existing decoding formats. With my Marantz SR8200, I have an option of upgrading the receiver to where the time that it takes to automatically detect the surround...

Vinnie, I have never experienced a problem like this with any of my receivers. As far as customer service goes, Denon should definately accomodate you in some way. I am not clear on the warranty of a Denon receiver. My Marantz is for 3 years. Although your product may be under warranty...

Sean, I'm wondering why you're comparing the 47tx ($3000) with an SR 7300 ($900). Why such a big jump? If you don't really listen to music but prefer theater you may like the Pioneer. In my auditions I chose the Marantz SR 8200 over the Pioneer Elite VSX 53tx. I got more power for the money...

Edward, It is not normal to hear a popping noise on your mains. However I'm not sure if what you are hearing is the SR8200 automatically selecting the audio format. When the dvd player is turned off for example, the receiver will not send anything to the amp because there is no signal...

What's up Danny, I've had some experience with Samsung TVs. Per the troubleshooting that you have already been through, it sounds like a defect in the TV Set itself. One thing that can effect brightness levels and some brightness/fading in and out on Samsung TVs is "video noise" filter...

Unfortunately I cannot "prove" that the feature works on most receivers. I can tell you however, that with my Marantz SR 8200 I increased the distance settings for my right rear channel. With my particular setup, my sofa is closer to my left rear than my right rear by about three feet. My...

Just to let you know on a THX Certified receiver (Select or Ultra), for every Foot that you adjust the distance settings, it compensates for 1/2 milisecond - it doesn't sound like much, but consider the speed of sound! A meter would fire the channel's audio about 1.5 milliseconds before that...