Can i plug my 5.1 surround into this and still have another set of speakers (stereo) plugged in as well ?
744869
I believe you should be able to since the missing speakers between the 5.1 and the 7.1 are used for mid room surround, however with the whole system in I'm not sure if you'll be able to have just stereo sound coming from the remaining port. Its possible you'll end up with those speakers only playing the sound that would come through the two mid speakers in a 7.1 system.
744870
I mostly use this card for headphones, however I would guess no to your question. Maybe if you plug the front panel audio into this card and plug your other speakers in up there would you maybe be able to do that. maybe ask on like head-fi.org as they will probably know much more than me. I also, do not own this sound card anymore, as my new motherboard did not have a pci connector :/ Some people might not agree, but after purchasing my new xonar essence stx, I would say this card is hardly any different sounding.
744871
If using analog, yes. But if you are using optical out for example to your receiver, then the answer is no. You can only use 1 type of output at a time.
539013
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.
1670074
No, you would need a separate amplifier. Your other option is to return the Control 1 speakers and get the C2PS Control 2P speakers instead.
682397
This has two outs and four ins. So no, you'd been one output short. Just do the math, my dear. Seriously, though, most home theater wiring can be puzzled out with just a little studying the situation...and some diagrams. Think about whether you need all the outputs to be optical, for example. Unless you have need of 3 separate surround sound outputs, you'll probably be better using some red and white composite (AKA: RCA) cables where only stereo is needed.
2129991
You need some sort of audio device in your system whether it be a built-in or an expansion card. If you computer has 6 audio ports you should be good. I've never had any issue hooking up 5.1 speakers to any computer. Also, consider some Logitech speakers, these actually aren't that great.
2246560
7.1 has nothing to do with this system, you just get two additional speakers (of the same brand or different brand) and connect to your receiver to make 7.1 from 5.1
264517
Sure you could adapt and run (2) of these Promedia 2.1 systems at once or if you had a sound card/USB you could possibly run (2) of these systems as a 4.2 surround system. Either way, you will have (2) 6.5" subs providing the lows and if not surround sound configured then two lefts and two rights for stereo output.
1214416
The Speaker A and B buttons on the front individually turn on or off either set of speakers. You can turn both A and B on at the same time for a setup you describe, although it won't be actual surround, as this is a stereo receiver that only supports left/right, not 5.1 or 7.1 surround
2268631
don't think so, it old tech & has only analogue inputs, I would think your 5 ch surround is probably digital audio, you would only be able to use it for equalising 2 channels only, (probably the fronts) would at least need to look at your user manual for your surround system to get a better understanding of what you are actually trying to do. but would think that you would only be able to alter your fronts or backs or subby with it but definitely not all of them at once.
1361424
I don't see why not. You would have to plug one speaker into the right side and the other into the left side. If you purchase two units though, it would make better sense to plug all for speakers at once and sync both units together and than you have the 7.1 surround.
1988431
You can run 5.1 on it and either upgrade to 7.1 later or hook speakers up to Zone 2 and use them elsewhere.
1816006
Sure you could use these as surround speakers. In fact I am using them as surround and it really sounds great. I have 5:1 sound system. Connect them to the two surround speaker connection in the back. Left to left speaker and right to right speakers. If you need more advise please let me know
1776188
this actually has 5 sets of speaker ins so you would just connect all 5 to a 5.1 receiver.
1294847
Yes, they can always be swapped with other speakers, but it doesn't make a lot of sense to buy 5 speakers and only use 2 or 3 of them on a 5.1 system. You won't get a better "match" because they are designed as a set. They compliment each other in frequency response, impedance and imaging (trust me - I have designed many high end systems). I would however suggest adding a powered subwoofer. I added a Klipsch SW-450 to the Quintet 5.0 set on my home theater system, and the sound is incredible with that combination. They sound awesome with music too - much better than others I've listened to. Yes, they can always be swapped with other speakers, but it doesn't make a lot of sense to buy 5 speakers and only use 2 or 3 of them on a 5.1 system. You won't get a better "match" because they are designed as a set. They compliment each other in frequency response, impedance and imaging (trust me - I have designed many high end systems). I would however suggest adding a powered subwoofer. I added a Klipsch SW-450 to the Quintet 5.0 set on my home theater system, and the sound is incredible with that combination. They sound awesome with music too - much better than others I've... » Read More Yes, they can always be swapped with other speakers, but it doesn't make a lot of sense to buy 5 speakers and only use 2 or 3 of them on a 5.1 system. You won't get a better "match" because they are designed as a set. They compliment each other in frequency response, impedance and imaging (trust me - I have designed many high end systems). I would however suggest adding a powered subwoofer. I added a Klipsch SW-450 to the Quintet 5.0 set on my home theater system, and the sound is incredible with that combination. They sound awesome with music too - much better than others I've listened to. « Show Less
803977
You'll still be able to use the surround outputs, but not the ones bypassed by your amp
554542
it will work CORRECTLY with any 5.1 surround system amplifier assuming you have a 5 speaker plus a subwoofer system. I can tell you it works great! worth the money.
940733
Yeah, it depends on your setup -- you can connect up to a 5.1 surround sound system, it has outputs for two main LR speakers, rear L&R; speakers, center, and a subwoofer.