I am interested in this product for the optical output, but I am wondering if the optical output on this device supports 5.1 or 7.1 surround?
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Yes, it supports both 5.1 and 7.1 sound output from the optical out. I use it with my Sonos soundbar and it is a perfect match.
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The SPDIF output can send compressed 5.1/7.1 surround sound, but I never got it to work with my Denon AVR-2808CI. The receiver has a single HDMI input/output, so instead of using SPDIF, I routed the Kinivo HDMI output to the receiver, then the receiver output to the TV.
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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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Unfortunately I can give you no answer regarding this question. I am using the HDMI inputs/outputs. My unit has 4 HDMI in and 2 HDMI out. I do not recall my unit having optical outputs.
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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 SupportEmail : support@kinivo.comLive chat : http://support.kinivo.com | Mon-Fri: 9AM - 5PM PST
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I have it on a 5.1 but I would assume that since it is fiber it is merely the medium on which the signal travels and as such would support whatever was attached to it. So in other words, the fiber itself doesn't dictate whether or not it is 5.1 or 7.1 the device you are connecting does.
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Yes it does. I have a BOSE system and have run optical out. Supports Dolby Digital 5.1
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does this unit send 5.1 surround through the optical SPDIF even though the TV supports 2.0? Because i plan to connect the optical SPDIF to the Hi-Fi which does support 5.1. Have read elsewhere that some models will only output through SPDIF that which is compatible with the TV (regardless of what is compatible with the Hi-Fi).
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Hi there, if you have your tv and movies also attached via digital or optical audio, you will get 5.1 surround on your system if it is broadcast in 5.1. If you want equal sound from all speakers, as 7.1 and 5.1 are quite discrete and are only truly noticeable when movement or something like a loud explosion occurs, then cycle through the audio options of the receiver until you find the mode that gives the sound you are looking for. I usually set my receiver to DVD direct and it will send sound as recorded on the DVD. If you want other modes, look in the manual under the different audio modes and pick the one you like best. I hope that helps a bit and doesn't add to the confusion. True HD, I believe is only sent over HDMI that carries both video and audio. I may be wrong, and digital or audio will do this also. I have had the pleasure of DTS experience through 7.1 and it is incredible. Haven't played with True HD yet. you may want to check out AVS forums for more understanding of HT.
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By works fine you mean it does pass 5.1 to receiver thru the optical cable?
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If you have a 7.1 surround sound card, then it provides an amazing sound quality. Very powerful drivers and they deliver excellent sound. Best I've ever used.
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Robert,Do the math. 3/2.1 is 5.1. 3 refers to L/R/Center 2 refers to L/R surround and .1 is the sub.So the max of 3/4.1 you are seeing is the 7.1 surround.Relax and go enjoy a movie. I'm about to do the same. - Love the receiver BTW
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No but there is a solution.The audio output is via stereo jack or the hdmi. What I did to have 5.1surround through a n optical cable was to connect the hdmi audio/video out to an hdmi / sprig (optical) splitter. You get as an output the hdmi signal + optical audio. I am using the viewHD splitter and it works perfectly
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Thanks, Dave K - the 7.1 outputs is a requirement for me, and I was between this & the Samsung 6500. Amazon says this has 7.1 but CNet says it just has stereo outputs... Thanks for clearing it up!
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I'm just trying to understand this stuff myself but, as I understand it, the optical connection works with Dolby Digital and I guess DTS up to 5.1. The other issue is just for people who need 7.1 (2 more speakers) sound with newer higher resolution sound modes. I just got surround sound in the last year and I am still thrilled with Dolby Digital 5.1. I'm not about to buy whole new receiver and speakers plus more expensive BR player to upgrade a sound system I love. Heck I don't even think I could fit 2 more speakers into my TV room.
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Yes, the BD55 will "downmix" to 5.1. The additional 2 audio "channels" in 7.1 are matrixed from the 5.1 mix so you won't miss anything with a 5.1 setup.
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That guy who comment first is using computer speaker but if you have av receiver and want to listen 5.1 ch or 7.1 ch through optical line. it only output 2.1 stereo
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There is one audio output on the projector- a 3.5mm headphone jack. This will work for stereo, but may not be the best for a full 5.1 system. I ended up getting an HDMI -&gt; HDMI / Optical audio extractor (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KBHX072/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687782&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B005COKXCO&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=194PA6VV2MQ8HM2YAQRM) to accomplish your goal.
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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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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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It depends on the output of the source material. If your TV has an optical out then it is capable of outputting 5.1 sound, but you have to be playing media that has its audio encoded in a 5.1 surround sound compliant encoding like DTS or Dolby Digital for your TV to output the sound. You may also have to adjust the settings on your TV to output the sound through the optical output.
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Yes this unit will allow you to have 7.1 via optical port. As long as your headset supports that, then you should be good.