Would I be able to add an additional set of stereo speakers using this device if I don't have a B channel on my 5.1 surround sound receiver?
2077660
You sure could. You would need to take the Front Stereo channels (L/R) output from your amp, disconnect them from the current speakers and connect them as inputs to this selector. Then you could connect up to four pairs of speakers (even the one currently connected to the amp) to the selector outputs. Each pair could then be turned on/off individually, and thus you would have the option to restate your current setup. Do note that this equipment is passive, thus it does not amplify the signal, it only divides whatever audio signal comes in between the various speaker pairs. Most receivers those days, however, have plenty of power to drive several speaker pairs at decent sound volumes. If you are going to drive stereo speakers in the manner described above, be sure to set your receiver to stereo/2-speakers (out of surround) otherwise you will find the sound distorted in the other room.
2077661
Yes. Just hook up whatever is considered the main left+right speaker output of your 5.1 to input A of monoprice. Then connect speakers however you desire.
33627
Yes. I currently use it as a 5.1 receiver. The other two speaker outputs can be toggled for 7.1 or as a separate powered 2.0 zone.
1253767
No. Buy the 7.1 channel version and you will be able to have 5.1 in one room, and a two speaker system in another... but not with this model.
189118
yes, you can do 5.1, 5.2 7.1 bi-amp, 7.2 bi-amp, 9.1.any speakers configuration you like.this receiver can do it all.
2252184
Yes you can. The speakers are individual units so if you needed more you could buy more. For example, I have a 5.1 setup connected to a Dolby Digital 7.1 receiver to which I also have connected two 12" Polk Audio subwoofers. I hope this helps!
1967003
Basic answer - No. I believe this unit is designed to function just with its own 2 speakers in "stereo" mode. There is no mention of surround sound such as 5.1 or 7.1 that I could find. You might try a "parallel" hook-up with the amp outputs going to both the Yamaha speakers and the appropriate left or right channels of your wall mount speakers - BUT - be careful to verify that the combined loads / impedances, etc are ok (see specs section of Yamaha owners manual & specs for your wall speakers) or you might damage the amps and all the speakers involved. Also this would only give you more stereo output with all the speakers, not 5.1 or 7.1 surround sound. Try your Yamaha with just its own speakers and turn up the volume a little - this might work ok for you without the wall speakers. Regards, John
1326915
If you have a Surround receiver such as Yamaha that outputs simulated 5.1 to headphones yes but it depends on if your receiver supports surround soundstages to headphones.
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.
270900
You can use this player with your 5.1 receiver. You need to go into the player's audio setup menu and set the surround back channel to "None." The player will then only output to the 5.1 analogs (just leave the surround back analog connectors unused). This is what am doing.
1514408
Hopefully you have a "B" output on your receiver. Send the output to the input of the Pyle and connect your speakers. That is for 2 channel. If you want 5.1 I don't thing that will work. Good Luck
1663933
probably not unless your surround sound system uses ethernet. Depending on your system, you may want an Optical cable, or HDMI
182262
No, you need to buy speaker wire and connect it to a receiver. Generally as part of a 5.1 surround sound system.
1297565
I've got it hooked up in a 7.1 configuration using existing rears as back surround. If you use the right terminals on the speaker, it will combine drivers for you to set it up the way you need to- using existing surrounds.
980149
I suppose you could do that but I have a surround sound system and they are an excellent complement to it. Nice sound and I am very happy with them.
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.
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
859719
Yes, I do the same thing running 2 sets of speakers on the "B" Channel and 1 set on the "A" channel. Shouldn't matter what brand of receiver.