Can we hook up outdoor speakers and somehow turn off the inside surround sound speakers?
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What you are thinking of is the old A SPK -- B SPK OR A+B SPK. This was to allow you to use remote speakers on a patio or in a garage, this thing won't let you do that. But you might have an option not mentioned in the book. With the use of a small external stereo Amp and an earphone jack you could use the "headphone" output for your earphones as the source to power the remote speakers, this also cuts out the main speakers. So it's a bit of trouble but I believe a very doable option.
172082
I dont think so, you probably will need a higher model that has zones for what you are looking to do, they are usually 7.1
172083
Not with this model it does not have separate outputs you would need one of the higher models to do this.
172084
Sure. The system is 5.1, so you can use two, say what is normally the rear on surround forthe outside. It depends on what you want to use in the main area. If you want surround and outside, maybe a 7.1 would be better.
172085
this unit isn't set up for that you would need the 7.1 setup mentioned in the other posts. i can speak for the quality of sound however and i would reccomend yamaha they sell a very nice and affordable 7.1 unit on amazon i believe for around $350 good luck
172086
No, you can't do that on this receiver, in the way you could easily select "A Speakers" or "B Speakers" or "A
172087
What you'll want to look for is a stand alone A/B selector switch. Quick google search will find plenty of options, and you can pretty much pay what you want.
1178091
I don't believe these speakers were designed for outdoor use. Admitted you stated the patio was covered, but being subjected to temperature and humidity variances would make me concerned about it. Hope this helps you.
2224973
Not on the speaker. My receiver lets me adjust the volume on each surround speaker.
1159725
You can only turn the speakers on or off. There are 4 separate channels. I bought impedance-matching volume controls for each channel. If you want, you can use impedance-matching volume controls without the speaker selector. I use the speaker selector for additional protection for the receiver.
72885
My husband has connected our external TV speakers to the unit and turned off the TV speakers. He said it was not very user friendly, but with perseverance it can be done. Sorry, I don't know what zone 2 is.
1447827
There are two places for each set (right and left), so it would work fine on the outdoor speakers, but not the 5 speakers inside. Assuming this is a surround sound system like mine, I hooked up the center and two back speakers directly to the surround sound receiver, ran wire from the front two to this thing, and then ran wire from the A side to the surround sound speakers, and the B side to two standing speakers I use for listening to music. The 3 speakers hooked up to the receiver always play, but I can switch between the surround sound speakers for movies and the big speakers for music. I hope this helps! There are two places for each set (right and left), so it would work fine on the outdoor speakers, but not the 5 speakers inside. Assuming this is a surround sound system like mine, I hooked up the center and two back speakers directly to the surround sound receiver, ran wire from the front two to this thing, and then ran wire from the A side to the surround sound speakers, and the B side to two standing speakers I use for listening to music. The 3 speakers hooked up to the receiver always play, but I can switch between the surround sound speakers for movies and the big speakers for music.... » Read More There are two places for each set (right and left), so it would work fine on the outdoor speakers, but not the 5 speakers inside. Assuming this is a surround sound system like mine, I hooked up the center and two back speakers directly to the surround sound receiver, ran wire from the front two to this thing, and then ran wire from the A side to the surround sound speakers, and the B side to two standing speakers I use for listening to music. The 3 speakers hooked up to the receiver always play, but I can switch between the surround sound speakers for movies and the big speakers for music. I hope this helps! « Show Less
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I swapped out the speakers for more powerfull outdoor speakers. The sub woofer has to be connected, power goes thru it if i remember correctly. Hope this helps.
1017833
There's a switch on the back, switch it to internal speakers. Seems like you have it on "line-in" Hope this works
1052469
These speakers run off a stereo or a reciever. You'll have to wire them to one of those in order for them to work.
1688513
It doesn't matter your speakers, that's your receiver. This only allows you to have background sound outside or in a hallway. Not for jamming out.
794717
Yes you can - There are buttons for 4 sets of speakers A,B,C and D - I have the unit connected to my inside speakers (A) and my deck speakers(D) ... usually I have both A and D selected ... but if we're just on the deck I select just D and if we're inside I just select A - this is a really solid unit and I'm more than pleased - and believe it or not I don't like Radio Shack ... Go for it. And by the way there is no noticeable loss of power when both selected - but if there was I'djust turn the volume up.
1666228
I agree, there is no need for external speakers unless you are trying to produce surround sound.
1517170
The wires detach from the unit but not the speakers--you would just need a connector. I haven't taken the back off the speakers, though--if you know what you're doing you might be able to detach inside, or splice.
66543
Yes, you can. However, it will drain the power from the speaker at a much faster rate.
1408357
These speakers are not designed for outdoor use. Try the Bose 151 for outdoor use. The are surface mount but sound very good
211769
No, there is no way to independently switch off the subwoofer output. It will switch off when the Transparent One is powered off or when the Transparent One goes to sleep.
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I don't think you should use these outside. They would not be protected from the elements.They may last a year or two days depending on how wet they got. Polk Audio sells outside speakers for all seasons. Unfortunately the don't recess but they sound great.