806 Volume Does this receiver have the auto volume system?; that is does it keep a level audio output even when TV commercials come on loud?
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I'm not sure how it works... but when I switch channels my receiver shows how it adjusts such as -3db or +2 db to even it out. There's also 3 kinds of night mode: low, medium, and high that could also help.Actually I just looked at it... it says "Dialog Norm" then it lists the dB adjustment.Edit: I finally had a chance to look around at it. I guess it is only on the 876 and 906. I guess I never realized the volume difference since most of the time I skip commercials since I use a DVR. Sorry for the trouble man.
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Thang, thank u for your reply. However, the 806 specs don't mention "Dynamic Volume Control" as described in the 876 model. Did I overlook it?
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This receiver has a system in which it changes DB levels automatically in-order to create a level audio output so commercials don't freak you out.
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Yes it does, but the loudness circuitry is whacked and turns the volume on to max and off at will when used. Don't use it and no problem.
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Lucy, I found the source of my hum. I have Direct TV HD. I found that going into the menu settings/Audio/Sound Effects and turning that option off, I was able to rid myself of the annoying hum. The option has something to do with keeping the audio settings from channel to channel, while it is changing you hear dead air except for the hum. Nice and quit now. Love this receiver! Larry
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It is actually not an amplified device, meaning it will not make your system louder rather distribute the power to different zones with volume control, no louder than what your master volume is set to.Great device if that is what you want!
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I have the same setup... mine go into protection mode immediately if the volume is above around the 25 setting. Thats about 65 decibels. Guess Im looking for a new receiver unless anyone has an idea.
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I use this receiver to power a pair of these and it works great: http://www.episodespeakers.com/product/84/Episode-500-Series-In-Ceiling-Thin-Bezel-Speakers-with-8-in.-Woofers-%28Pair My only problem with this receiver is that it resets the volume level every time it is turned off.
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Yes. There is a Volume knob and a Low Pass filter knob.Note: If you are using a Sub out/LFE connection from your receiver turn the Low Pass all the way up.
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No, it only does as an auto volume controller, let say you play a lot of music in different volume level, some high and some low, instead of keep adjusting volume, this unit will keep it as constant level.Hope it help
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yes, it has the auto EQ of room. noise generator . you need to also purchase a behringer matched microphone. its cheap i for get 100 bucks? amazing unit for the money. just amazing. so clean. 10hz low end.. my home stereo is happy. ECM 8000
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I attached it to my tv and could not use the tv volume. When attached to my parent's tv, the volume worked normally. I guess it depends on the tv you have. Also, they had to buy a special stereo type jack to connect it, but it sounds amazing. They love it for watching NASCAR.
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Date 14 October 2009. Hey I am late in the game. Can still find the 876 online. My question too you is do you think the 876 power rating is accurate. Also looking at the 806. The 806 is maybe $300 to $400 dollars less. Do you think their is a big difference? It is 140x7 to 130x7 does it sound as close as it seems? Speakers are JBL Studio Series. Also like to watch movies in Dolby and my Denon 1082 which is 110x6 seems to run a little quiet on the center channel. Please give me your thoughts if you have time. Thank You.
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Hi Sandra! If you're still having this problem, you'll need to go into your audio settings. Sometimes it's listed under "Auto Volume." If it is, then you'll need to change it to something other than what it's on, like "night" instead of "normal." Or you might need to put it on "fixed." When volume fluctuates, it's because an audio setting is set to allow the various tv programming volume to come through, like some commercials might be louder than the programming. Just need to fix the setting so that it stays the same volume no matter the programming.
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No it doesn't, the system is fairly low tech, meaning nothing smart about it other than it works by itself if hooked to other Sony products. Also it lacks any volume control for the sub woofer, making it either too loud, or too low depending on what you are watching, mostly just loud
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That does sound like an issue. How do you have this thing hooked up. Hdmi? Also, there are some features about level control. I will let you know that it does NOT sound normal. I listen to my dish network anwhere between level 35 to 45. My Hd dvd player, and Ps3 Blu ray player usually sound powerful at level 45-60. If my system was at 70, the roof would be blown off my house most likely. Check your speaker connections. Are all connections secure? I need more information. ***Actually second thought, if you are NOT set up by HDMI or Optical cable. And you are using RCA red and white audio cables. Maybe that is normal.. But it does does not sound right.
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The audio volume is changed by rotation of the audio input volume control knob on the front of the unit. Changing the rf output level should have little if any effect on the audio that the receivers hear. The RCA input is for line level audio, the kind that a CD player or cassette deck would supply to a receiver/amp. Inserting higher levels of audio at the RCA Jack input (or the 3.5 mm jack) will result in distorted audio being transmitted.
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No auto sensing. You will either need to install resistors or be very careful to always have one speaker pair that is in use set at full volume and control the actual volume with the receiver which might not work well with more than two pair speakers.
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I don't hear it on this radio, but some do. Most radio volume knobs control the amplifier, hence zero sound when turned down, but better fidelity can be achieved by leaving the amplifier on max and controlling the input to the amplifier. Therefore, turned down. you still hear the amp. My son told me why that is.