Connecting the AVR-X4200W to an external amp

[Carl08]

I'm considering hooking up my Denon AVR-X4200W to an Outlaw Audio Model 5000. I would use the Outlaw for the traditional 5 channel surround and the amp on the Denon for two height channels. Is this even possible with this receiver? I cannot figure that out from the manual.

 

[lovinthehd]

Looks like you should be able to do that, did you look at page 56 of your manual?

 

[Carl08]

Looks like you should be able to do that, did you look at page 56 of your manual?

Page 56 talks about "Example connection when using two sets of ceiling speakers".

 

[lovinthehd]

Page 56 talks about "Example connection when using two sets of ceiling speakers".

It also shows the connection of an external amp to power the heights. The Denons are pretty flexible with amp assignment. What have you tried to do?

 

[Carl08]

It also shows the connection of an external amp to power the heights. The Denons are pretty flexible with amp assignment. What have you tried to do?

I haven't done anything yet. I do not yet have the external amp. I wanted to make sure it was possible before I purchased. Thanks for your help in this.

 

[lovinthehd]

I haven't done anything yet. I do not yet have the external amp. I wanted to make sure it was possible before I purchased. Thanks for your help in this.

Have you reviewed this thread for limitations/details?

 

[roadwarrior]

I'm considering hooking up my Denon AVR-X4200W to an Outlaw Audio Model 5000. I would use the Outlaw for the traditional 5 channel surround and the amp on the Denon for two height channels. Is this even possible with this receiver? I cannot figure that out from the manual.

Yes. When you externally power the front left right speakers on the X4200/X6200 receivers you can then use their amps to power the height 2 speakers for a 5.1.4 setup(X4200) as they automatically amp assign to them once hooked to an outboard amp. Nice feature and nice external amp. I have that same one myself.