I see they have the 5.1 outputs coming out of the decoder. Which outputs would you use to plug into a stero receiver with 5.1 surround?
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I purchased the decoder as my outdated surround sound needs 6 or 5.1 inputs or basically one for each speaker. I am relieved that such a device is available. My dvd player has an optical output and the decoder has an optical input. I then ran the 6 outputs out of the decoder into my 5.1 (6 inputs)surround sound system. It works very well.
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i have a somewhat similar setup to yours. initially i thought my audigy zs sound card had optical out, but after some research, it was just a plain ol' 3.5 digital output and a adapter like this one was necessary. it works. plugs coax to the z5500. good for sending out a separate dolby digital/dts stream to the speakers for decoding.
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I have mine hooked up to my 5.1 surround sound with the optical wire and it works good.
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first check if your speakers have an input digital for the cable because the sound card have an output digital (the digital cable comes with it) if not then you need the Digital to Analog Audio Decoder Converter - Transfer the DTS/AC-3 Digital Signal and Stereo(R/L) Audio Signal into 5.1 Analog Output, i had the same problem with this device my 5.1 speakers got the digital dolby surround sound, also i needed to configure on the system (program) the 5.1 channels (speakers) also the digital sound and i choose the dolby system. good luck
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Exactly. You got it. I'm not sure which Denon reciever you have, but if it's a 5.1 or better,(not a pro logic) it should have a single rca plug labeled as "sub out" or "low signal out". Use a heavy gauge sub cable or rca 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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Input all your devices into the Yamaha using HDMI. Then run a HDMI line from HDMI out to the HDMI in on your TV. Then you will have 5.1 audio.
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You need a receiver that does HDMI Audio Decoding, which until recently has only been availabe in upper-echelon receivers. Most recently the Onkyo 605/605 and comparable Yamaha's and Denons do decode 5.1 and Dolby True HD / DTS Master Audio. If a receiver is labelled pass-through that means it won't be able to split off the audio from the HDMI signal and will just give it to the TV, and you'll have to use a separate digital optical or digital coaxial cable to send to the receiver from your DVD, DVR, Blu-ray, etc. Sucks doesn't it?
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Strictly speaking, no, I don't think so... 5.1 requires 5 separate channels + sub... This will give clarity and some space to sound, but not a 5.1 surround effect.
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That's what I used it for -- while it does from time to time have some limitations (occasional cross-static, minimal volume irregularities, etc [which may actually have to do with my not exactly "new 5.1 surround sound system" itself]), for the most part adaptor works great !!!! Hope that helps.
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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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Sorry this took so bloody long (if you'll pardon my French). On the back of the unit you will find a bank of 5.1 outputs (there are none for 6.1); using a 5.1 cable (not supplied, naturally), connect these to the corresponding inputs on your amplifier / receiver. Or, if your amplifier / receiver is so equipped, you can use the coaxial connection (coaxial cable also not supplied). Hope this helps. My first thought was to refer you to the User Manual, but that woulda been snarky, and anyway the darn thing is so confusing it should be called a Useless Manual. But anyway, ciao for now!
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What about stereo SACD output? Does this simply go through the regular audio outputs? I don't need to play 5.1 SACDs, but I want to hear SACDs in stereo.
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These speakers are efficient enough to work with either receiver. Would make a nice front pair for 5.1 or stereo. I use mine in a stereo setup that offers about 20 watts which is way less tha the onkyo u are looking at. I kind of prefer a stereo setup with a subwoofer rather than 5.1. I can get accurate sound for not near as much money but that is just me. I have had 5.1 but found a good digital integrated amp with a great DAC, good speakers and sub was affordable whereas the same kind of quality in 5.1 was far beyond my budget. If I want the movie experience, I go to a movie. Hmmm.
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Yes, if your receiver has spdif it'll be in 5.1 also. Make sure the PS is set to Dolby Digital/DTS and not PCM greater than 2 channels.
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I just looked at the audio specs for your Samsung and didn't see any mention of 5.1 you don't want this plug, it is mono, your Samsung uses a stereo jack. You can buy a stereo cord with RCA outputs then let your receiver simulate 5.1.
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Optical 5.1 audio is limited to legacy Dolby Digital and DTS audio formats. Connecting via 5.1 analog will allow you to hear the lossless Dolby True HD and DTS HD audio. You receiver doesn't decode these formats, so with this setup, the Onkyo is decoding the audio and sending it to you receiver via analog 5.1.