Can you use any audio input with zone 2? Some receivers are analog input only for zone 2. That drives me nuts.
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With this amp you can choose what ever input you want on any zone you want excellent device
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I've not used the Zone function yet, however, I did check out the manual: Here's its detailed response: Good Luck! Zone Function &#9632; There is no sound &#12256; Audio signal from "NET", "USB" and "BLUETOOTH" input selector can be output for Zone function. Connect audio components using the analog audio (RCA) cable as audio signal from the components connected using HDMI or digital audio cable cannot be output for one function. Note that connected components may have to be setup to output analog audio signal.
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If you do airplay, it won't work. Zone 2 airplay only works while zone 1 also does airplay. Learned the hard way. Having to send it back.
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Hi-I had a pro installer put our system in who was familiar with this pioneer line-He had alot of trouble with this issue. Basically you have to have separate inputs for ZONE 2-then you have to switch to zone 2 on the controller. For some reason when I want to switch to zone 2 I have to hit the power button. Once you are on zone 2 you then choose your input source. This system was not very user friendly,,,,but it sounds good.
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I have few questions. Can you hook up Bluetooth devices to this receiver? if so, will the recommended yamaha bluetooth will work? 2).Can you play music through zone 2 and not have music playing on the main speakers at the same time? 3) I tried adjusting the volume in zone 2 speakers and it said Fixed volume. what does that mean? Can you adjust volume via smartphone if you have it hooked up through bluetooth?
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I need this ability as well as I need to daisy chain the audio output to another amp. There definitley is no secondary digital audio out, so if someone who has this unit could see if the SA-CD or Video 1 audio outputs work for all input sources, that would be great. This is the only thing keeping me from buying this unit. Thanks.
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It depends on where the song is "coming from" (i.e., what the source is). The second zone will only play audio that is coming from non-digital sources. E.g., the tuner. Any audio coming from a digital source, through an HDMI cable will not play in the second zone. Practically, this means the second zone cannot play audio coming from something like a Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, or similar devices when those devices are connected via HDMI.
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Yes. There is a HDZONE setting that will output the same or different source from the primary source. It is a HDMI output. I have not tried to provide power to a second set of speakers from the receiver along with the HDZONE as I am just using a TV in the other room. This may be possible but I have nto had the need to try. I do use the line level outputs to a separate amp for ZONE 2 which we use for 10 sets of stereo built in speakers around the house. ZONE 2 and HDZONE share the second source so they are not independent.
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Hello J. Burke; like the TX-NR 727- digital audio sources (e.g HDMI and digital optical/ digital coaxial) are not supported for ZONES 2/3 broadcasting. The only audio sources supported for ZONE 2/3 broadcasting are - AM/FM radio, NET sources (Sirius, Pandora, TuneIn, etc.), USB, Bluetooth, and of course RCA Analog audio connections.
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I decided not using zones 2 and 3 since it only works with RCA cables. I use digital cables for better sound quality. And surrounds in main zone area work in all modes except if you select 2 speakers. Good luck
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I assume you are referring to zone 2. I have also encountered some limitations regarding what can passed through. There is some information (complaints) in some of the feedback about this unit with some unhappy customers. I limit what can be played in zone two to either internet radio (via the receiver)or music from my Sony TV with an Ethernet connection which is connected to the receiver via HDMI. I was unable to pass through from one source but I cannot recall what it was. The manual is of limited use and the help desk people from onkyo are also uninformed. Sorry I cannot be of more help.
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Hello Las Vegas; the TX-NR 636 will only support analog audio connections for ZONE 2 broadcasting; along with USB, NET, AM/FM radio, and Bluetooth support for ZONE 2 playback. We also would like to inform you that we do provide 24 hour Product Support at (800) 229-1687 and also have a FAQ and Product Support forum as well at forums@onkyousa.com to better assist you as well. We thank you for your posting and also for choosing Onkyo.
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It uses speaker wire from the main zone or Zone 2 outputs. This device does not amplify, it only impedance matches so there are no line level inputs. (RCA's)
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You can use the output of zone 2 as the analog input of the main zone. Put anything you want on zone 2 (except airplay apparently) and change the main zone to the analog inputs. This is a trick we use with automation systems.
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Hello David; since this model doesn't provide POWERED ZONE 2- ZONE 2 volume is only controlled by the connected external amp. Please control the ZONE 2 volume by the external amp- as the ZONE 2 LINE OUT terminal outputs a FIXED output that is controllable via the external amp connected for ZONE 2.
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The receiver uses multi-zones in order to send a stereo signal to other rooms in your house. So, there is are no more A & B speaker inputs to deal with. Everything is controlled through Denon's internal menu. Here's a link to the Owner's Manual that may be beneficial in locating an answer to your question.....http://www.manualslib.com/manual/699042/Denon-Avr-S900w.html
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Dear TriplsJs15,Thanks for your inquiry. The Zone 2 in the AVR-S900W can play a separate source from the main source. There are no preouts on this receiver to use a separate amplifier for zone 2. Please let me know if I can be of further assistance!Regards,Eric CohenWorld Wide Stereo