interface -is the onscreen guide intuitive -similar to PS3 or other high end amps?
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Don't have much experience with other high-end receivers, but it does have a PS3 feel to it. I only used it to get the initial setup accomplished; the onscreen keyboard was a challenge because the remote control was sometimes too sensitive and other times not sensitive enough, resulting in re-entering info multiple times. But overall it was pretty simple.
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I would say it is... its a nice interface. Much better than my old Onkyo 607.
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Hi William, the menu interface of the Sony STRDN850 Stereo Receiver is not as the sophisticated as the PS3 menu screen. It's using basic GUI or graphic user interface. -Vincent
488513
Yes. I connect my PS3 to the HDMI, and my desktop to DVI, together with the audio to the 3.5mm audio input. The sounds switch with the input smoothly.
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The answer is yes; relatively. The 882i is an excellent tool, I've had it for years now, and it makes my set-up sound bigger (and sharper) than it really is. The low boost really sets your subs free!
1757412
I will tell you I replaced an Onkyo 360 with this amp.The Pioneer is the hardest to set up amp I have ever used.The IPAD interface is the only way to be able to use this receiver and I still can not figure out how to output video feed on HDMI #2 Out.If I did not get it for such a discounted price on Goldbox it would have gone back.I am not a novice at all.
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If its not listed in the specifications on the amazon page....I'm not sure it is. I'm using it from a PS3 to TV. Nothing to high tech there.....sorry.
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I bought this interface a few months ago and it has been working perfectly. On the back you have: monitor outputs and midi inputs plues de 48v switch.
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I know this is old, but I have to disagree; of the models discussed here, only THIS one will handle "high-def" (uncompressed) surround sound from the PS3. The Sony that Knowledge Forest posted has no HDMI inputs; its HDMI output is for the DVD changer only. The Yamaha & Onkyo you suggested have only "pass-thru" HDMI inputs, which merely pass the sound from the HDMI input on to the TV. For all three, the only way to get surround sound to the receiver is by digital optical/coax cables, which handle only DVD-quality surround sound (uncompressed LPCM 2.0 or lossy-compression DD 5.1 & DTS 5.1/6.1)--*not* the newest, lossless HD audio formats (LPCM, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio, all at up to 7.1) on Blu-rays & PS3 games. The HT-SS2300 (as well as its predecessor HT-SS2000 and successor HT-SS360), however, will receive high-def LPCM sound over the HDMI connection; that's exactly what the PS3 outputs over HDMI from DVDs, PS3 games & especially Blu-rays. The PS3 will decode all the HD formats and send them to this receiver as LPCM 5.1. Thus, this model should produce BETTER sound than the others discussed earlier. To get HD sound from a current Yamaha or Onkyo model, you'd have to upgrade to a more expensive receiver that can actually decode TrueHD or DTS-HD MA; but that's totally useless for the PS3 (though not for the newest high-end Blu-ray players). Since the PS3 came out before HDMI 1.3, it cannot bitstream those formats; it only decodes them to LPCM. However, since TrueHD & DTS-HD MA are merely "lossless" compression (like a Zip file) of the original LPCM, you still get the same HD sound; you just won't see a Dolby or DTS light on your receiver. (To see the logo on your TV screen, press the "Display" button on the PS3 Bluetooth remote.) For PS3 owners, this is the BEST home theater system out there for the money, unless you need fancier speakers or other special features.
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I purchsed the 663 this spring and couldn't be happier (although it took a while to maximize settings when hooking up a PS3, PS2, Wii, tape deck, DVD, & CD player and programming the settings- you can customize each input. Between HDMI, component video, opitcal audio, and plain old RCA jacks, I almost pulled my teech out). I believe the 861 has a third HDMI input and slightly more power. I would recommend checking CNET and AVS Forum for detailed reviews. I'm using older 8 Polk RM 2000 surround speakers, 1 Polk RM2500 center speaker and 2 Polk PSW300 subwoofers. They may almost be antiques, but it sounds great. I purchsed the 663 this spring and couldn't be happier (although it took a while to maximize settings when hooking up a PS3, PS2, Wii, tape deck, DVD, & CD player and programming the settings- you can customize each input. Between HDMI, component video, opitcal audio, and plain old RCA jacks, I almost pulled my teech out). I believe the 861 has a third HDMI input and slightly more power. I would recommend checking CNET and AVS Forum for detailed reviews. I'm using older 8 Polk RM 2000 surround speakers, 1 Polk RM2500 center speaker and 2 Polk PSW300 subwoofers. They may almost be antiques,... » Read More I purchsed the 663 this spring and couldn't be happier (although it took a while to maximize settings when hooking up a PS3, PS2, Wii, tape deck, DVD, & CD player and programming the settings- you can customize each input. Between HDMI, component video, opitcal audio, and plain old RCA jacks, I almost pulled my teech out). I believe the 861 has a third HDMI input and slightly more power. I would recommend checking CNET and AVS Forum for detailed reviews. I'm using older 8 Polk RM 2000 surround speakers, 1 Polk RM2500 center speaker and 2 Polk PSW300 subwoofers. They may almost be antiques, but it sounds great. « Show Less
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Mine is still working great. Kinda clunky feeling for an interface, but works fine.
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You'll still be able to use the surround outputs, but not the ones bypassed by your amp
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I am using the amp with the HDT 170 model. With that is works fine, no complaints.
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It has plenty features even more when you use the software. It is loud!!! Don't be fooled by the modest price. It can compete with higher priced amps.
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I'm using the amp for my flat screen tv, which only has a digital audio out. The tv's speakers aren't very good. I run the digital audio out to a digital to analog converter. Then it's a simple matter of hooking up some speakers. BTW, the amp is well worth the money if you can use its configuration.
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I haven't used it a lot, because I bought it to do some archiving. But it did play Hi8 fine for the short time I've used it with no problem. I didn't know there was anything else but Hi8 analog. That was what was sold years ago, and that's what I've worked with.
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You may understand, I will point out there is no amplifier in the DAC. It's only a processor. That said, it makes an amazing difference in sound quality, such that I want to run all my music through it. I have been told that HDMI sound channels are superior. My ears prefer the sound from this device.
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Update, I just tried it while playing the ps3 and muted it and there was definitely the same noise. Maybe a bad PSU? Any input would be very appreciated.
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No it is not. Not worth the money. Go with mtx or something that has real power also. These are bad amps