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Is there a way to hook-up ARC AV receiver to a tv made prior to ARC technology?

Good evening all, I am a complete newbie to this whole AV world and have a question regarding the ARC HDMI technology. I am thinking of buying a Yamaha RX-V373 AV receiver. My only problem is that my Sony 60XSRD rear projection tv was made well before the ARC technology. Is there a way...
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- Feb 13, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: A/V Interconnects, Cables & Power Conditioning
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Please help with receiver/ surround sound compatibility question

Good evening all, I am replacing my cheap Sony DAV-HDX274 with Energy 5.1 Take Classic. In discussing my current system with the "professional" at Best Buy, I was informed that my current Sony receiver would be compatible with the Energy system so I purchased the Energy system. So I just...
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- Feb 9, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Beginners and Audiophytes
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Where should I place 5.1 Speakers? Unusual room set up

Good afternoon all, I was hoping some of you experts could help me with an issue. I am picking up my new Energy Classic 5.1 and am puzzled as to where to place the rear speakers. The room is 17.5 x 16 with no back wall. The right wall extends out at 30 degree angle. I had considered...
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- Feb 5, 2013
- Replies: 3
- Forum: Room Acoustics, System Layout & Setup
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Receiver compatibility

Good evening all, I currently have the Sony DAVID-HDX274 surround sound system and would like to upgrade it. Would the receiver on my current system be compatible with the Pioneer SP-PK21BS? If not, what would be an affordable option? Thanks
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- Jan 26, 2013
- Replies: 0
- Forum: Home Theater PC (HTPC) & Media Streamers