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  1. Dave>h

    New Receiver or preamp?

    Hi, I currently run an Onkyo TX SR806 with a Bryston 4b 2 channel amp and a Bryston 3b mono amp for Paradigm reference 100 V5 mains and a Paradigm reference center V2. I also have a less powerful amp for the rears to run the Paradigm Dipoles. Basically the Onkyo operates as a preamp and video...
  2. N

    Connecting a PC to Sony Receiver?

    Hey folks I have a Sony STR-DH770 receiver. I'm trying to connect my PC to it, so I can play games on my TV. But, when I switch over to the PC, there's no picture or sound. My PC recognizes it and I can set it up as a 2nd monitor like normal. If I plug it just right into the TV, it works fine...
  3. BluHT

    Playing My iTunes Music via My Denon AVR-1912 Receiver.

    I play the songs in my music collection primarily from my iMac desktop computer, using iTunes (v. 12.6.2.20). But, I would like to improve the experience by playing them wirelessly via my 5.1 surround system. That's controlled by my Denon AVR-1912 receiver...
  4. Phil Carter

    New receiver needed for new 4K TV? Recommendations?

    Good day folks! So Best Buy's 50-hour sale proved too great a temptation and we are now the owners of a new Samsung QN75Q7F 75" 4K QLED television. ($2000 off a $6000 TV was just too good to pass up). Delivery and installation/setup will be in two weeks, so that gives me enough time to order...
  5. R

    Cant get my center or rear speakers working

    So, i have a RX-60128v JVC Receiver and i have two front speakers already plugged in and they work fine, but i have tried to plug in a center one and rear ones and they dont output any audio, its still all coming from my front two speakers, surround is on on the receiver, and i have tried...
  6. U

    Sub cuts out sometimes with yamaha ax v995 receiver

    I have the yamaha 5.1 AX v-995 receiver that I've connected up with a Bose accoustimass 5 series ii, including the base module. It works fine, and gives good omnidirectional bass at low volumes. However, the sound cuts out entirely when the volume is played a little louder - not even close to...
  7. Hollywoodaholic

    Does quality of receiver affect headphone jack?

    Hey, I know it's a dumb question, but I have a lovely pair of Ultrasone 650 headphones, and an old RX-V793 Yamaha Receiver that's cutting out on me in the static/volume department whether through speakers or headphones. So I either fix for a couple hundred or buy a cheap receiver because all I...
  8. R

    Receiver to pair with Sony SA-VE230

    Newbie here and first post... I just bought a new house that is wired with a Sony SA-VE230 5.1 set of speakers. I need a receiver to power it. I'm only planning to run DIRECTV, Apple TV, and an XBOX through it for now. I'm looking for a good quality receiver that would work with these speakers...
  9. J

    Looking for a budget A/V receiver

    I'm looking for a 5.1, 4K ready receiver. This will be used only for movies. I would like to keep price under $300. I've read good things about the following 3 receivers. What do you guys think? 1) Denon AVR-S530BT, $267 2) Onkyo TX-SR373, $249 3) Yamaha RX-V383 Thanks for any advice.
  10. McWatt

    Replacement for Integra DTM-5.3 AV Receiver Amplifier, Multi-Zone

    Hello, I just moved into a home with 5 built in speakers in the ceiling (though I only plan to use 4 of them). The previous owners used an Integra DTM-5.3 AM/FM AV Receiver Amplifier, Multi-Zone to connect the receiver to the TV...
  11. J

    Amplifier or Receiver

    I'm currently looking into upgrading my stereo from a self powered soundbar to a 5.1. I'm not sure whether to buy an amplifier or receiver? My loose understanding is an amplifier would provide power to the speakers whereas a receiver would also support video. My current TV isn't a 4k (and I...
  12. A

    Sub not working with Pioneer Receiver VSX-23TXH - Need Help!!!!

    I have recently moved and I hooked up my sound system this past weekend. I have a 5.1 setup , for some reason I am unable to get the sub woofer to work . I have tested that it is working but for some reason the AMP doesn't seem to see it or that it states the volume is too low. Any help here...
  13. A

    Quality 3.1 System vs. Quality Passive 5.1 Soundbar?

    Hi all, Rookie question here. Can you help guide me? What is a better route to take? Generally speaking what is better way to go? Get a really good set of mains, center channel and sub OR go with a quality passive soundbar that provides a 5.1 experience (I'd include a sub with the soundbar)...
  14. S

    Onkyo Receiver & Polk Subwoofer

    I have a Polk Audio RM6750 5.1 Home Theatre Speaker System and just got an Onkyo HTR380 receiver. I went to hookup the subwoofer and noticed there is no Sub Out on the receiver. The receiver has subwoofer speaker wire terminals. Here are images of the receiver and subwoofer. What would be...
  15. Scott Hart

    Slimline, and feature-packed: Marantz launches stylish new NR1608 and NR1508 network AV receivers

    Scott Hart Slimline, and feature-packed: Marantz launches stylish new NR1608 and NR1508 network AV receivers Mahwah, NJ May 15th, 2017 – Marantz®, a world leader in advanced audio technologies, announces two new slimline network AV receivers, the NR1608 and NR1508. Each combines the latest...
  16. D

    Receiver not pushing system

    ok I just started in home audio. I have Yamaha RX-v581 receiver Klipsch r28 tower reference klipsch center Klipsch 400w 12" powered sub and klipsch reference bookshelf surround. I will do atmos soon. I got the r28. And was disappointed on how the receiver pushed them. The dual 8's...
  17. mrjaydee82

    Trying to find a receiver to buy

    NRG Acoustics HJ-17 I recently bought, well was given to me brand new. It has x4 2-way 200watt speakers, x1 3-way 400watt speaker, and x1 10" Subwoofer @ 800watts for 2000watt total system. My question is what receiver amp to get to drive these speakers for my theater setup? I have no idea what...
  18. John_Bilbrey

    Streaming from iPad to TV via HT receiver

    Hey guys, I ran into an issue last night trying to watch the NHL Finals. I have the PS Vue streaming service and the game wasn't available to me, so I started watching it on the iPad via the NBC Sports app. I thought I could stream this to my TV via Airplay, but all I got was sound - no video...
  19. Alf S

    Educate me on hooking up ARC from smart TV to A/V receiver

    Ok, for most A/V things I'm pretty savvy and can get things up and running fairly easily. But this whole "ARC" set up stuff is tripping me up. My Pioneer VSX-1022 has ARC and my new TCL 4K Roku TV (TCL 55US57) has ARC but I'm having issues with how to get all sound to feed correctly into the...
  20. Viny13ngine

    Looking for a new receiver and I have some concerns

    Hello, I am in the market for a new receiver but I am concerned because I have experienced and heard so much about HDMI board issues on so many of the popular brands. I myself had this issue on a Onkyo TX-NR616 and TX-NR636 but I have read about many people who have experienced it with Denon...
  21. Portlyn

    Converting intercom system

    Hello, I just purchased a home that has an old scool nutone intercom system with 8+ stations and a main hub. The main hub doesn't work. I am hoping to convert the system into a more modern home music system using either a receiver and amp (if necessary) or potentially a car stereo with an amp...
  22. Keith G

    I don't like to pass my video signal thru my AV receiver

    Am I the only one? I prefer to send my video signal directly from the DirectTV box and the blue ray player directly into the TV. I also use digital optical cable to send audio to my receiver. That way I don't have to turn the receiver on just to watch the news and I don't have to worry about...
  23. O

    Receiver Output: Video Disk or LD

    HI, I'm new here and did a search for "laserdisc" to see if my question was there. I didn't see it, but from what I saw there I now appreciate that my issue could be more than just the label on an output connection. It may go to compatibility issues of DVD disc encoding. Or maybe not. My...
  24. T

    Need help finding a receiver or zone control combo that can do these things...

    asking for a friend who is trying to setup some speakers for various spots of his outdoor entertainment area A. - 3 zones, a pair of speakers per zone 3 x 2 = 6 total...prefer be all stereo, dont need surround B. - independent volume control of each zone, but same source material C. - input...
  25. playunknownbattle

    [HELP] Onkyo TX-NR555 vs Sony STR-DH770 (AV RECEIVER)

    Hello, I just begin to buy home theater speakers. I bought a pair of polk rti a9 tower speakers(500ww) and am going to buy a center speaker as well. Anyway, I gotta choose between Onkyo TX-NR555 & Sony STR-DH770. But I really dont know what to choose for receiver. Both receiver are pretty much...
  26. Vinicius Carvalho

    Looking for help with receiver interference

    Hi there, I'm deeply sorry by posting this again, I spend most of yesterday on google searching for causes of receiver humming. We moved to a new place, and our Sony STR-DN-840 started to hum very badly when plugged into the outlet. This was not the case on our last apartment. So I tried to...
  27. ovitali

    Pioneer Elite VSX-80 7.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver with HDMI 2.0

    This is a used (Like New - 3 months use) Pioneer ELITE Audio Video Receiver Model VSX-80. Adult owned and taken care of, like new. Specifications: Pioneer ELITE 7.2-Channel AV Receiver with Ultra HD (4k/60p) Up scaling/Pass Through DSD Playback via Network, Subwoofer EQ, Dual Subwoofer Preout...
  28. N

    Volume limiting receiver

    I have a Yamaha RX-V375. It has adaptive DRC. I have tried it and it doesn't really make that much of a difference. Talking still gets so quiet that you have to turn the volume up and then an action scene comes up and the music is very loud or an explosion is insanely loud. The DRC makes almost...
  29. Wabbit

    Thumping sound when I turn on my receiver

    Hello, Recently when I turn on power to my receiver, before I power on the TV or cable box, I sometimes get a disconcerting thump from the speakers. It's kind of loud, even if I don't have the volume loud and it has a bit of a crackling sound with it. I'm worried there is an electrical problem...
  30. C

    Need help in deciding which Receiver to get

    Currently using an an antiquated 10 plus year old Denon receiver which has served me well to date but i believe it is time for me to upgrade. Below is what i am looking for in a receiver 1. Wi-Fi Capabilities - need to know the plus and minus points for this feature. what is it mainly used for...
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