5.1 on the 705? Is it a big deal to only use my 5.1 speakers on this 7.2 unit?
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No. I am using a 5.1 setup with this receiver and it combines the 2 back channels of the 7.1 with the rear channels to create a 5.1 setup with no lose of audio other than the spatial dynamics of a 7.1 setup.
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What exactly do you mean that a 7.1 system will never be used? I was planning on getting a 7.1 and putting 4 speakers in the living room with the TV and two in the adjoining kitchen area. No? Do you still get surround sound with 7.1 and are the Onkyo speakers really that bad? I was looking at either the 7200 or 6200.
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We used them as part of a system that we are building on so we do not have the full 5.1 system yet. We just have a Sony receiver so I would say whatever suits your style and needs best.
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I've never had the desire to do anything like that with my 5400, but I'm pretty sure you can't simply swap between 5.1 and 2, if that's what you're asking. One option I suppose would be to do mono or full stereo on all channels, but that means the speakers would still be active in the living room.
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Absolutely it can play anything like 2.0, 2.1 ....6.1.. upto 7.2. In the manual you will see a table of what to select for your setup. I have even tried playing various configurations with my 5.1 setup such as left only, right only, front only, rear only etc.I have not tried this particular model but have used 606 and several more from other brands.7.2 means it can provide amplified input for 7 speakers AT THE MOST and 2 non-amplified inputs for subwoofers. if you have fewer speakers just let it know and it takes care of that.Hope this helps.
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Hey Slater, I pretty much have the same setup you just described, got the Son STRDG 720 last week and just purchased these speakers today. Which speakers do you think would be a good purchase to convert this system into 7.1? I have two large polk bookshelves at home although they are a bit old, what do you think?
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Indeed you can. I have it hooked up to mines with no problem. However it's a 5.1 speaker which mean it gonna need to be plug into a sound out which has a "center/rear speaker, side speaker, and front speaker." FYI If your mother board support a 5.1 or 7.1 your good to go. If you don't you may still plug it in however you might lose out on some speakers working since there's isn't any out put for it so it would act as a 2.1 speaker set. Also if all the speaker don't work initially check your sound card program or audio setting and set it to 5.1. Other wise only the bass and the front speaker will play. Hope this helps. Any other questions ask away hopefully this help answers your questions.
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Usually for surround purposes an odd number is used. ie a 5.1 or 7.1 setup. The .1 is for a subwoofer, then you usually have 2 rear speakers, 2 front right and left speakers and 1 center speaker (5.1 setup) You can add a right and left mid speaker for a 7.1 set up. The front center speaker is the "main" speaker that handles the majority of the TV sound. Unfortunately speakers are sold in even lots, leaving you with an extra speaker.
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Hey,Well it still sounds like 2.0. Maybe it is the Onkyo settings; specifically in the setup speaker config. maybe it still thinks its 7.1. Sound would be destined for speakers that are not there.Dennis
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The only thing limiting your audio is your receiver. The newer Denons and Onkyos have HDMI ins and outs which should take care of the issue, not to mention enough room for a 7.1 rig. Best of luck.IRSSLEX
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I have a pioneer 7.2 receiver and they are awesome speakers. Dont need the other 2 at all
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I actually contacted Onkyo about a similar thing. I want to run a 7.1.2 and use an amp with the RCA line out jacks. All I need to do is get an amp to power from the RCA jacks and I'm good to go. You should be able to run it with a rear pair and 4 atmos speakers, but something would have to be doubled up on the actually timing with the Dolby computing. It won't be a true 7.1.4...but you can run a true 7.1.2 with this system and an amp to power the additional speakers.
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I would stick to using them on the sides or in the rear. I have mine as the rear speakers and they work great. I have a 7.1 system but these are wired as the side speakers and the side speakers wired as the rear. I did this because for some reason when they were wired as the rear speakers the volume was quite low compared to the sides. Now the side speakers (wired as the rear) just fill in the gap between front and rear because of the lower volume. Most shows play in 5.X anyways so it sounds great.
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That doesn't make a difference. 7.1 just means there are 7 speakers (or sources of sound) there are 3 speakers in each ear muff for the left and right and then 1 in each for the center speaker. They also both have significant bass. This is why they are so large.
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I use mainly the 5.1 mode, and switch to stereo 2 channel if I lis to music. of course they sound less complete than my big infinity boxes, but that's expected. The argument for the Yamaha is space and sound. We found it a serious improvement to the setup before with tv speakers only.
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I tried going with 5.1 instead of the full 7.1 with the surround speakers, but the auto set up didn't complete as one other reviewer stated. I hooked them up anyway, positioned them where the manual suggests and ran the set up. When not in use, I'll simply move the cubes back to the entertainment center. I might buy some collapsable speaker stands too. The extra sound from the sides was pretty cool when watching a DVD Master and Commander. The sound of the waves on the hull made it feel like I was standing on the boat.The one surprise I didn't like was the lack of DVD upconvert to 1080p. It's a feature on the BD60 standalone player for $130. Why can't it be included on a $400 home theater system? I tried going with 5.1 instead of the full 7.1 with the surround speakers, but the auto set up didn't complete as one other reviewer stated. I hooked them up anyway, positioned them where the manual suggests and ran the set up. When not in use, I'll simply move the cubes back to the entertainment center. I might buy some collapsable speaker stands too. The extra sound from the sides was pretty cool when watching a DVD Master and Commander. The sound of the waves on the hull made it feel like I was standing on the boat.The one surprise I didn't like was the lack of... » Read More I tried going with 5.1 instead of the full 7.1 with the surround speakers, but the auto set up didn't complete as one other reviewer stated. I hooked them up anyway, positioned them where the manual suggests and ran the set up. When not in use, I'll simply move the cubes back to the entertainment center. I might buy some collapsable speaker stands too. The extra sound from the sides was pretty cool when watching a DVD Master and Commander. The sound of the waves on the hull made it feel like I was standing on the boat.The one surprise I didn't like was the lack of DVD upconvert to 1080p. It's a feature on the BD60 standalone player for $130. Why can't it be included on a $400 home theater system? « Show Less
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Andrew, Unless you have about $500 burning a hole in your pocket, I wouldn't be in a hurry to spend the money on a new receiver. The vast majority of the High Def audio soundtracks are 5.1 surround. Go to the store and look at the discs yourself. True HD and DT 5.1 proliferate. LPCM 7.1 is pretty scarce. So what happens when you input 5.1 soundtracks through your 7.1 setup. Certainly, the rear speakers are offering nothing that the surround speakers aren't delivering, unless you're switching to a non HD audio fomat, such as Pro Logic 2x.