806 vs 876 using it with a wii and ps3 I've read every review on the 806 and i'm concerned about the issues hooking up a wii and ps3 to the 806. has onkyo done anything to fix the problems of blue screens with wii and the blue dots when the ps3 upscales to 1080p, or should i just shell out the extra $350+ and buy the 876? 806 vs 876 using it with a wii and ps3 I've read every review on the 806 and i'm concerned about the issues hooking up a wii and ps3 to the 806. has onkyo done anything to fix the problems... » Read More 806 vs 876 using it with a wii and ps3 I've read every review on the 806 and i'm concerned about the issues hooking up a wii and ps3 to the 806. has onkyo done anything to fix the problems of blue screens with wii and the blue dots when the ps3 upscales to 1080p, or should i just shell out the extra $350+ and buy the 876? « Show Less
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Does this happen when you have the non-satellite receiver directly connected to the TV?
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thanks. i did read your review but was also still seeing reviews posted later than your still mentioning the problem. i'm probably buying either or this week so i'll ask to see the back of the reciever and look for the S. thank you thang.
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I don't experience the video dropout when viewing the same scenes via a recording of the same movie via DVD player. Only using the satellite receiver hooked to the 806 with composite video and then uploaded to the TV via HDMI cable. I think it has something to do with the quality of the satellite video and/or inability of the receiver to "keep up" with extreme video changes.Secondly, as to the "S" at the end of the serial number, doesn't that stand for "silver".....whereas the black receiver doesn't have the "s".
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Not sure if this is the answer you're looking for, but my issue is with component input from satellite receiver and especially when there are changes in screen format at commercial break, and/or heavy action scenes like bright flashes/explosions, etc. I DO not find that there are any issues with hdmi input from my blu-ray player or DVD/VCR.Appears to me that there is an issue processing the action quickly enough. I contacted Onkyo online a month ago and never received a reply.
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Has anyone heard of a firmware update to cure the video "blanking out" and then coming back when using 480 input and upconverting to 1080 via hdmi cable?
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My issue is not blue dots-it's no picture when there are action scenes (explosion scenes) and the video drops out for about 10 seconds-it's like the video processor can't keep up with the change.This is using a non-hd satellite receiver upconverting to 1080p thru the hdmi cable.
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The only way is to open the box and look at the serial number... specifically for the sticker with an "S"
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We are very interested in buying the sr806 receiver but are concerned about the ps3/wii hookup issue. If we are to order via amazon, is there anyway to be confident we are getting the "upgraded" model and not the older version or do we just have to wait until we get the box and find out? Does anyone know? Thanks
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I'm not sure what the problem may be. Also, you shouldn't be using composite cables anyways. The quality is horrible. Even S-Video would be a better option. Unless you meant to say you're using component cables.Also, the S doesn't mean silver in the case. Go to the TX-SR806 product page. Look at the photos, one of the photos which I uploaded has a Serial # with the S. Please check it out.
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I agree - the price fluctuations at Amazon on these Onkyo receivers make no sense to me. I have been watching the price on the 706 since December when it was $480 and have watched it fluctuate between $550 and $650 the last couple of months. I was waiting for it to come back down, but when it got to be about the same price as the 806 I started to pay attention to that price too. Both jumped in crazy increments from yesterday to today (the 706 went from $650 to $799 and the 806 went from $611 to $999). Meanwhile another Yamaha receiver I have been watching hasn't moved from $499 since December. Can anyone explain this? Is it Amazon or Onkyo that's driving this? What gives? I agree - the price fluctuations at Amazon on these Onkyo receivers make no sense to me. I have been watching the price on the 706 since December when it was $480 and have watched it fluctuate between $550 and $650 the last couple of months. I was waiting for it to come back down, but when it got to be about the same price as the 806 I started to pay attention to that price too. Both jumped in crazy increments from yesterday to today (the 706 went from $650 to $799 and the 806 went from $611 to $999). Meanwhile another Yamaha receiver I have been watching hasn't moved from $499 since... » Read More I agree - the price fluctuations at Amazon on these Onkyo receivers make no sense to me. I have been watching the price on the 706 since December when it was $480 and have watched it fluctuate between $550 and $650 the last couple of months. I was waiting for it to come back down, but when it got to be about the same price as the 806 I started to pay attention to that price too. Both jumped in crazy increments from yesterday to today (the 706 went from $650 to $799 and the 806 went from $611 to $999). Meanwhile another Yamaha receiver I have been watching hasn't moved from $499 since December. Can anyone explain this? Is it Amazon or Onkyo that's driving this? What gives? « Show Less
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It's the extra wattage, THX certification and sound modes (Cinema, Music, Game), Audyssey MultiEQ (6 positions vs 3 [on the 606]), 1080p HDMI and analog upconversion. I own both the 606 and 806. If you're looking for a more capable receiver that does indeed sound better than the other, get the 806. If you're okay with settling on something that fits your needs and don't need more, get the 606.
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I know this is old, but I have to disagree; of the models discussed here, only THIS one will handle "high-def" (uncompressed) surround sound from the PS3. The Sony that Knowledge Forest posted has no HDMI inputs; its HDMI output is for the DVD changer only. The Yamaha & Onkyo you suggested have only "pass-thru" HDMI inputs, which merely pass the sound from the HDMI input on to the TV. For all three, the only way to get surround sound to the receiver is by digital optical/coax cables, which handle only DVD-quality surround sound (uncompressed LPCM 2.0 or lossy-compression DD 5.1 & DTS 5.1/6.1)--*not* the newest, lossless HD audio formats (LPCM, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio, all at up to 7.1) on Blu-rays & PS3 games. The HT-SS2300 (as well as its predecessor HT-SS2000 and successor HT-SS360), however, will receive high-def LPCM sound over the HDMI connection; that's exactly what the PS3 outputs over HDMI from DVDs, PS3 games & especially Blu-rays. The PS3 will decode all the HD formats and send them to this receiver as LPCM 5.1. Thus, this model should produce BETTER sound than the others discussed earlier. To get HD sound from a current Yamaha or Onkyo model, you'd have to upgrade to a more expensive receiver that can actually decode TrueHD or DTS-HD MA; but that's totally useless for the PS3 (though not for the newest high-end Blu-ray players). Since the PS3 came out before HDMI 1.3, it cannot bitstream those formats; it only decodes them to LPCM. However, since TrueHD & DTS-HD MA are merely "lossless" compression (like a Zip file) of the original LPCM, you still get the same HD sound; you just won't see a Dolby or DTS light on your receiver. (To see the logo on your TV screen, press the "Display" button on the PS3 Bluetooth remote.) For PS3 owners, this is the BEST home theater system out there for the money, unless you need fancier speakers or other special features.
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The Onkyo receivers measure from 6 positions too. Craig can buy any receiver with 1080p "pass thru" over HDMI and he will get what he wants. Pass thru means it passes the signal unaltered. All of the current Onkyo and Denon HDMI receivers will pass thru 1080p. Integra is made by Onkyo, as far as I know. If I remember correctly, Denon, Panasonic and Technics are all owned by the same parent company too.http://www.audyssey.com/products/
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Thanks P. Seto, I think I will try the same. However, I Checked out the Onkyo 605 at my local Best Buy ($499), but on Amazon ($408), and it looks like it could do some serious damage. My only gripe is that it only has 2 hdmi inputs. I may want to add a PS3 at a later date, which would have my entertainment system running 3 hdmi cables. Is True HD and Dolby Digital plus a huge difference with the onkyo receiver capable of this type of audio?
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Steven L, if you read my review of this player, you should know that the other player to which I referred was the Onkyo 7030. I set them up and did an A:B comparison. With most discs, the differences were barely perceptible. On a few, the Yamaha sounded just a tiny bit "muddy" when compared to the Onkyo. My wife was unable to discern any differences. Both are excellent players. But if it helps your decision making process about getting one of these to add to your "stack," be aware that I am returning the Yamaha and getting a 2nd Onkyo.
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Thanks A.J.I have a 5.1 setup also. Does the 920 have enough power and is it EZ to setup?I'm comparing it to the Onkyo 706 that costs a LOT more but seems to have similar specs. What am i missing other than THX with the 920?
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I have the Polk 6750s, a PS3 and an Onkyo 606. The receiver and PS3 are 7.1 capable, but I just don't think 7.1 is necessary. I mean, with 5.1 you have two in front and two in back, so you're getting surround. And there's also the concern about the running the additional cables. Perhaps in a room much larger than mine it would be worth it, but since there just aren't that many movies that take advantage of 7.1 (even though many games do), I personally don't plan on making the upgrade any time soon. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying it though.I love the Polk 6750 system. Great size/sound ratio, not to mention the killer price. But I saw them somewhere else (hint: egg) for $179.99. I have the Polk 6750s, a PS3 and an Onkyo 606. The receiver and PS3 are 7.1 capable, but I just don't think 7.1 is necessary. I mean, with 5.1 you have two in front and two in back, so you're getting surround. And there's also the concern about the running the additional cables. Perhaps in a room much larger than mine it would be worth it, but since there just aren't that many movies that take advantage of 7.1 (even though many games do), I personally don't plan on making the upgrade any time soon. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying it though.I love the Polk 6750 system. Great... » Read More I have the Polk 6750s, a PS3 and an Onkyo 606. The receiver and PS3 are 7.1 capable, but I just don't think 7.1 is necessary. I mean, with 5.1 you have two in front and two in back, so you're getting surround. And there's also the concern about the running the additional cables. Perhaps in a room much larger than mine it would be worth it, but since there just aren't that many movies that take advantage of 7.1 (even though many games do), I personally don't plan on making the upgrade any time soon. I'm glad to hear you're enjoying it though.I love the Polk 6750 system. Great size/sound ratio, not to mention the killer price. But I saw them somewhere else (hint: egg) for $179.99. « Show Less
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It's not very practical to buy speakers, test them and then return them and repeat until finding the best solution. I'm sure going to stores and listening is good but it might sound different when you get it into your home setup.Do you have any suggestions on a good 5.1 setup for the onkyo 606 that doesn't break the bank?
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I agree - the price fluctuations at Amazon on these Onkyo receivers make no sense to me. I have been watching the price on the 706 since December when it was $480 and have watched it fluctuate between $550 and $650 the last couple of months. I was waiting for it to come back down, but when it got to be about the same price as the 806 I started to pay attention to that price too. Both jumped in crazy increments from yesterday to today (the 706 went from $650 to $799 and the 806 went from $611 to $999). Meanwhile another Yamaha receiver I have been watching hasn't moved from $499 since December. Can anyone explain this? Is it Amazon or Onkyo that's driving this? What gives?
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A/V Guru: I was wondering if you could elaborate on the core differences between the Onkyo HT-S3300 and the Denon DHT-391XP. I currently only have an Xbox 360 and a HD cable box, and am looking for a system that can handle those two components as well as (which is the actual reason for getting the system) my music (via computer and Ipod). As this is the main reason for investing in a system, I would prefer to have a quality base setup. Looks like the Onkyo has a few more features on the receiver, and I was wondering if you could let me know why those are there (pretty naive on this whole subject, sorry). I see that the Onkyo has the "green, blue, and red" input cords like those that come from the Xbox, while the Denon does not. And the sony receivers systems in this price range seem to be much sleeker (but input wise more similar to the denon). So does it sound like I actually need all of the extra inputs that the Onkyo offers? And with all this in mind do you have recommendation
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im thinking of buying it too, I already have the surround sound system and ps3 but am wondering how to hook up the sound for the ps3. Easy enough for the cable. run the audio cables from the DVR to the surround sound and the HDMI cable to the projector. But the ps3? Ok i run the HDMI from the ps3 to the projector...but if there isnt an audio out how do i get the sound from the ps3 to the surround sound?
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I was able to hook it up to the PS3 without anything extra to play Rocksmith and it was a little weird, but the audio fed through okay. But you won't be able to have them both hooked up at the same time. Because you can't have surround sound on the PC I keep 2 speakers on my desk and 2 next to the TV. And when I want to use the PS3 I just move the power box thing.But honestly after having this for awhile, it's not the greatest. I mean, I upgraded from some WalMart speakers from 5 years ago, but my brother bought Logitech speakers around 3 years ago for the same price as this and it still trumps these speakers. I was able to hook it up to the PS3 without anything extra to play Rocksmith and it was a little weird, but the audio fed through okay. But you won't be able to have them both hooked up at the same time. Because you can't have surround sound on the PC I keep 2 speakers on my desk and 2 next to the TV. And when I want to use the PS3 I just move the power box thing.But honestly after having this for awhile, it's not the greatest. I mean, I upgraded from some WalMart speakers from 5 years ago, but my brother bought Logitech speakers around 3 years ago for the same price as this and... » Read More I was able to hook it up to the PS3 without anything extra to play Rocksmith and it was a little weird, but the audio fed through okay. But you won't be able to have them both hooked up at the same time. Because you can't have surround sound on the PC I keep 2 speakers on my desk and 2 next to the TV. And when I want to use the PS3 I just move the power box thing.But honestly after having this for awhile, it's not the greatest. I mean, I upgraded from some WalMart speakers from 5 years ago, but my brother bought Logitech speakers around 3 years ago for the same price as this and it still trumps these speakers. « Show Less
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Ok, got a response this morning. "Kirby,You are correct in the speakers being the only difference between these models of Home Theater systems.Bob E.Again, thank you for contacting Onkyo and Integra USA Product Support, if you need further assistance feel free to call us at:..."So there we go. Right now Amazon lowered the price of the 7300 to $550 the 6300 is $500. I read a review for the 6300 that the surround speakers are a little big, which I think I see in the picture. So I'm not sure yet, what I'll do, if the extra $50 is worth the speaker shape difference and the stands. What are you all thinking? Ok, got a response this morning. "Kirby,You are correct in the speakers being the only difference between these models of Home Theater systems.Bob E.Again, thank you for contacting Onkyo and Integra USA Product Support, if you need further assistance feel free to call us at:..."So there we go. Right now Amazon lowered the price of the 7300 to $550 the 6300 is $500. I read a review for the 6300 that the surround speakers are a little big, which I think I see in the picture. So I'm not sure yet, what I'll do, if the extra $50 is worth the speaker shape... » Read More Ok, got a response this morning. "Kirby,You are correct in the speakers being the only difference between these models of Home Theater systems.Bob E.Again, thank you for contacting Onkyo and Integra USA Product Support, if you need further assistance feel free to call us at:..."So there we go. Right now Amazon lowered the price of the 7300 to $550 the 6300 is $500. I read a review for the 6300 that the surround speakers are a little big, which I think I see in the picture. So I'm not sure yet, what I'll do, if the extra $50 is worth the speaker shape difference and the stands. What are you all thinking? « Show Less
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I just bought this system. I haven't tested it yet but the way I have setup is this:PS3 to HDTV via HDMITV to Receiver via Optical InputThis way my I can use Inputs on my TV (it has a lot more inputs than this receiver.) and I get the quality sound. Good luck
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Yes, correct. Man, the price has dropped significantly since I bought it.If you're looking for more inputs, you might want to try the other ones. I've been looking to upgrade since there's only two inputs, but then again I really don't need any more. I have a Blueray player and my PS3, but that's pretty much it.