Does this have Dolby Surround Sound...?? 7.1 or 5.1 ??
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The web site doesn't say it supports either of these. But the card offers very good realistic sound. The only thing I'd recommend is buying a USB extension cable to ensure that the USB connector doesn't get damaged like mine did.
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Hi George, this Sony KDL50W800B will only output 5.1 surround sound and not 7.1. This is the audio feature this TV set. -Ely
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It's totally stereo where ever you are. Remember stereo is king and 5.1 was made for the fool's. And the fool's always loose in the end.
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It does have 7.1 surround sound. For listening music I would get headphones without a microphone. This headset is more tuned for gaming it seems.
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Yeah, you just have to plug in the right sockets and configure the sound card for 5.1. Hope I helped.
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I think this might have all the details you're looking for: http://docs.pioneer.eu/Manuals/HTP_071_5707_00000_611_0S_manual/ I'm just using HDMI w/ embedded audio, but it has coax and optical for audio as well (and it will accept & process 7.1 in addition to 5.1, although to do 7.1 you need an external amp to do the side speakers - it has only amps for the 5.1 channels and then 2 RCA outs for the side channels). Other interesting thing to note is that it switches video w/ audio of course, BUT does not allow for any conversion of video format. So, while it has analog video inputs, it will only send those analog video signals to an analog video signal output, not the HDMI output (and vice versa w/ the HDMI - the HDMI video input can only be routed to the HDMI video output, not the analog video output). I like this unit. The speakers leave a bit to be desired, but the receiver is a solid foundation for a decent home theater setup.
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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.
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All of the input/output connections on the back panel EXCEPT for the digital output use the common 1/8" DIN, male stereo cable. Note that if you want to produce Dolby 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound, each output needs a cable.
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Sure does. I throw 5.1 PCM via my PS3 over HDMI all day long at this Onkyo and you can matrix it to Dolby EX, THX select cinema 2, and others for your 7.1 sound.
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As long as what you're viewing was saved with the 7.1 surround sound, yes. DVD movies for example should be fine, but some video streamed from the net will likely not be.
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Dear Customer, Thank you for your question regarding our HS420 HDMI Matrix. The matrix does support 5.1 and 7.1 surround sound through the optical output. Please contact us at support@kinivo.com if you have any additional questions or need assistance. Thank you, Kinivo Product Support Email : support@kinivo.com Live chat : http://support.kinivo.com | Mon-Fri: 9AM - 5PM PST
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Yes, but you will need two additional satellite speakers to get 7.1 surround. This system is 5.1.
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It does provide a virtual surround, depending on which input you are utilizing. It obviously falls short of a "true" 5.1 surround experience but I am personally impressed with the virtual.
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All of the input/output connections on the back panel EXCEPT for the digital output use the common 1/8" DIN, male stereo cable.Note that if you want to produce Dolby 5.1 or 7.1 Surround Sound, each output needs a cable.
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Yes! 5.1 still works fine, I haven't tested 7.1 but I expect the original audio stream is passed straight through so anything that works over HDMI should work through the box.
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I think I have the answer. See this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virtual_surround and take note of the "reflected speaker" patent. That said, I get these today, I do have a 5.1 surround sound system .. and I will know how well they virtualize the surround sound. :)
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Doesnt have 7.1, but it has good sound quality. I'm not an audiophile, but it sounds good to me.