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  1. Jon Koby

    One set of speakers to 2 amps?

    I have got a set of speakers I want to hook up to a 6.1 Onkyo A/V receiver for movies, and a different 2.0 receiver (classic old Marantz) for music. The speakers are bi-wireable with 2 sets of binding posts. The reason is, I'm trying to keep the 6.1 processing from the receiver, but get the...
  2. Jon Koby

    Plasma Suggestions

    After reading through this thread, I'm thrilled at the deal I got on this Panny from BB. Wanted the 42" on Black Friday for $999, but didn't get there early enough. Those people in line are crazy! Did some more research and decided the 50" would be better. Went to BB.com over the weekend to...
  3. Jon Koby

    Any vintage soild state fans here? Post pictures inside. I'll start first.

    Cool thread. I thought I'd use this opportunity to find out more about a Marantz Model-19 Stereophonic Receiver my dad handed down to me. I've been playing around with it a little bit, and it works great. However, I'm not savvy enough with electronics to attempt a restoration. Sure is fun to...
  4. Jon Koby

    IR Input Connection

    Brian, It's all really more simple than it sounds. I was actually very new to this just a couple months ago. Basically, I'm just trying to confirm that these IR transmission systems, with a connecting block and flashers, are reliable and consistent. Does this system transmit the signal 99% of...
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    IR Input Connection

    Brian, I appreciate the help. It sounds like you've had good success using the Xantech block. Reliability has been a concern of mine because I'll be using this for a whole house audio system with 8 zones of ceiling speakers. I'm intending to use 2 remote IR receiver locations transmitted...
  6. Jon Koby

    IR Input Connection

    Brian, Thanks for the response. Was I correct in assuming the connection is a 3.5mm mini jack from the IR connecting block? If so, is this method any more (or less) reliable than just using an IR flasher? I think I'm going to try and contact Onkyo support and see if this connection is...
  7. Jon Koby

    IR Input Connection

    How do you use the "IR IN" connection on the back of a receiver? I am specifically referring to the connection on the back of the Onkyo TXSR601 A/V receiver. Do you just use a 3.5mm to 3.5mm mini jack cord from an IR connecting block emitter? Also, how is this input different from the one that...
  8. Jon Koby

    Vintage Marantz Model Nineteen

    Thanks for the replies. I really don't have any intention of selling this unit. I just wanted to know if it was something worth integrating into a 2-channel music system. I did check, and the oscilloscope still works. The only dings are small dents and scratches in the wood casing around the...
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    Vintage Marantz Model Nineteen

    My dad gave me an old Marantz Model Nineteen stereophonic receiver when he recently moved out of his house. I figured I'd take it since you can never have too much audio equipment! :) Does anyone know much about this piece? I have done many searches for it, but haven't found much. How highly...
  10. Jon Koby

    Whole-house system amp

    I have decided to go with the Audiosource Amp Three 150wx2 amplifier. It's a fairly inexpensive unit and I haven't seen any bad reviews. Seems reliable. I also like the auto-on feature. Does anyone not recommend this product for my application? Does anyone see any issues with the setup...
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    Whole-house system amp

    Thanks for all the feedback. I should have explained the system a little more thoroughly. The plan is to use an Onkyo TXSR601 A/V receiver in the main room, and use the zone2 preamp line out to a 150x2 amplifier to power the rest of the house. The Onkyo would strictly be a preamp. From the...
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    Whole-house system amp

    Can someone please recommend an inexpensive 150x2 amp for a whole-house audio system (about 10 pairs of 30w ceiling speakers)? Only requirements are decent sound (doesn't have to be great), and red/white composite inputs. Thanks for the advice.
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