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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Dec 21 2006, 05:21 PM
Anyone thinking about buying a home a/v receiver with HDMI connections should hold off until after CES in January. Additionally, there are some interoperability issues with some of the "future-proof" receivers and other devices currently, not to mention that LFE boost(+10dB) over HDMI is not happening.
Naveed, I do not currently have an answer for your question. As Jeremy stated, most subs are self-powered these days, and it might be cheaper to just buy a small powered sub versus just buying the amp to power a sub. What are the dimensions of the room you are trying to fill?
Naveed, I do not currently have an answer for your question. As Jeremy stated, most subs are self-powered these days, and it might be cheaper to just buy a small powered sub versus just buying the amp to power a sub. What are the dimensions of the room you are trying to fill?
Good info to know. I was starting to look at some receivers but didnt know of this issue. Guess I'll wait up a few months... not like I need it right now... I don't even have an HD TV to use it with 
I guess it would be smarter to get the TV first. 
And thanks..no worries. I think I might just look into that small powered sub option. The room I'm trying to fill is 13'3" (width) by 11'3" (length) by 7'9" (height). Its a pretty small room...
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Ok after finding the user's manual online I got the proper specs on the sub. I have NO idea where I (or that other website for that matter) got the 6 ohms for the sub.
According to the manual the subwoofer is rated at 1.3 ohms, lol. I'm guessing I should be able to use a pretty "weak" normal amp in that case. What do you guys think of this: http://www.audiosource.net/2005/amp200.html
I can just turn it WAY down for now and even use it for something else down the line if I decide to upgrade...
According to the manual the subwoofer is rated at 1.3 ohms, lol. I'm guessing I should be able to use a pretty "weak" normal amp in that case. What do you guys think of this: http://www.audiosource.net/2005/amp200.html
I can just turn it WAY down for now and even use it for something else down the line if I decide to upgrade...
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Stability is more of an issue for an amp when driving lower-ohm'ed speakers.
To add, the Denons, and I believe the Onkyos, have reportedly handled the LFE boosting correctly. I'm just waiting on the possible issues with being compatible with all devices over HDMI. Rumor also is that Tweeter will no longer be carrying Denon. Not sure exactly why.
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To add, the Denons, and I believe the Onkyos, have reportedly handled the LFE boosting correctly. I'm just waiting on the possible issues with being compatible with all devices over HDMI. Rumor also is that Tweeter will no longer be carrying Denon. Not sure exactly why.
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Originally Posted by FF2Skip,Dec 22 2006, 06:38 AM
Stability is more of an issue for an amp when driving lower-ohm'ed speakers.
To add, the Denons, and I believe the Onkyos, have reportedly handled the LFE boosting correctly. I'm just waiting on the possible issues with being compatible with all devices over HDMI. Rumor also is that Tweeter will no longer be carrying Denon. Not sure exactly why.
Thread on AVSForum.com
To add, the Denons, and I believe the Onkyos, have reportedly handled the LFE boosting correctly. I'm just waiting on the possible issues with being compatible with all devices over HDMI. Rumor also is that Tweeter will no longer be carrying Denon. Not sure exactly why.
Thread on AVSForum.com
As for the sub and the amp issue, i did not see if anyone asked since it is a passive device why you would not just run it HFE. I have a great 2 channel system with a REL sub running HFE that is amazing, a lot of the more highend 2 channel amps do not have dedicated sub outputs, so you really not left with any choice but to run a neutrik cable.
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sounds like a plan, skip... thanks. I was at BB tonight checking out the options with the wife, pretty much decided on the Sharp 52 LCD, then read about the new series shipping this month and next... argh, what a painful decision. But I can wait... even if BB is offering 3 yr 0% 
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Hello all--I got a 50" Phillips plasma this Christmas and couldnt be happier. 
Using HDMI from the DVR/HD box to run the TV. SD programs looked ok, until I saw my first HD program.
There is nothing better.
Even though my set tops out at 720p, it still is an amazing picture and quite sufficient for my needs and desires. We had access to an accommodation sale through Phillips, so I paid less than 2k for it.
Was concerned about burn in and lifespan. For burn in, being aware of it takes away 95% of the problem, plus newer sets are much less prone to this than older ones (better technology?) As for lifespan, the math works out to be about 20 years if I watch the TV for 6 hours daily. Slighty longer if I can limit my television consumption to a lower level than this :lol
Using HDMI from the DVR/HD box to run the TV. SD programs looked ok, until I saw my first HD program. There is nothing better.
Even though my set tops out at 720p, it still is an amazing picture and quite sufficient for my needs and desires. We had access to an accommodation sale through Phillips, so I paid less than 2k for it.
Was concerned about burn in and lifespan. For burn in, being aware of it takes away 95% of the problem, plus newer sets are much less prone to this than older ones (better technology?) As for lifespan, the math works out to be about 20 years if I watch the TV for 6 hours daily. Slighty longer if I can limit my television consumption to a lower level than this :lol