I noticed on one of the other onkyo 7.1 systems people were having their subs fail after 1-6 months. Has anyone had that problem with this system ?
1954036
Negative for me. I'm still bumping almost a year into it. Just read your thing and actually went and cranked it to some Daft Punk. Yep, still works.
1954037
I've been using mine rather heavily since March 2013... zero problems with the sub (and I think my neighbors would agree with that statement). I've had problems with intermittent audio drops when running optical out from my TV to the Onkyo; however, I rewired using all HDMI and it seems to have resolved that issue - unsure whether that was an 'onkyo problem' or a 'vizio problem', but rewiring fixed it either way.
1954038
We've had ours for two years in December and so far everything is 100% perfect. We haven't had any problems with it at all, it's been worth the money 100%.
1954039
I purchased in 2012. My sub just died. I'm wondering if there's a warranty.
1948215
Yes I had the same problem, I had mine for 23 months when mine went out. Mine was still under warranty so I went to Onkyo website and was able to send mine in for free repair. Got it back and have had no problems so far.
474569
I have the same set, and the sub is under-powered compared to a lot of other speaker systems. However for me the bass is good with no problems, you might have received a damaged unit. The board and controls are "IN" the sub container, so they get hit by the air passing by. But I would contact Limitless Creations and see if they will replace it as a damaged unit.
1089827
Mine lasted less than a year and since I didn't buy from an authorized dealer, even though it was new, they did nothing for me. I will never buy another Onkyo product again.
1055476
What exactly do you mean that a 7.1 system will never be used? I was planning on getting a 7.1 and putting 4 speakers in the living room with the TV and two in the adjoining kitchen area. No? Do you still get surround sound with 7.1 and are the Onkyo speakers really that bad? I was looking at either the 7200 or 6200.
1821523
Mine came through fine. I've had it for about 6 months, and no issues. I wouldn't recommend using the speakers though.
461010
Probably time to upgrade your sub. Most receivers use a lfe port to connect your subthis unit doesn't offer high frequency connections for subs. Only to your speakers.
1948217
Sounds like the hdmi board went out this is a common problem contact onkyo they usually do a one time fix as this was a defect just do a Google Search you will find alot of these had this problem.
1977087
Glad to say that after 2.5 years these things are still good as new. The Onkyo receiver is getting a bit glitchy though. Auto switching between settings for inputs is abrupt and not optimized, so I have to adjust settings more than I'd like. And pass thru doesn't work anymore. I'm not up to speed on specific models these days but I'd start at $500 and go up from there. Harmon Kardon is well respected, I imagine they'll get a hard look next time around. 7.2 should be standard on most units in that range. Also Wi-Fi, etc could be cool. I'm not lacking for good speakers these days, but I would prefer simplicity which my onkyo lacks ($400 in 2009). Start with the negative reviews and go up from there keeping in mind a small allowance for factory defects, and if possible try it in store, or a similar version. Brands normally keep similar interfaces until big money comes into play. But I am still digging these speakers, money well spent. Hope that helps!
1369554
I purchased mine in April, 2011 and it functioned flawlessly until earlier this month. After a few days of intermittent popping sounds from the speakers it stopped outputting sound. I contacted Onkyo and they authorized an out of warranty repair which took two weeks from the time I shipped it to ABL Electronics until it arrived back the last week. Works like new again. I suppose time will tell but I'm happy with Onkyo's handling of the situtation.
2264040
Exact same thing happened to me. I am in the process of shipping it out for repair. The unit is of terrible construction and the electronics flaked. I actually got a sub -woofer and wireless surround speakers for my TV which are 10 times better.
928284
I have never had any problem with unusual sounds. On the contrary, sometimes I think mine sounds better, crisper and clearer than my more expensive, more powerful, but 1 year older, Onkyo system.
207053
Sorry for the late reply. I have connected my tv and home theater system (onkyo and panasonic) and have never had any problems. I only bought this one due to the warranty coverage if your device malfunctions from using it.
1818457
Same issue here. I already sent one back to Onkyo for replacement, and the replacement does the same thing.
664177
I've had mine for a year withou issue, BUT online I've read that these have issues with heat. Mine's in a stand with 6" of top and side clearance. You may have a failure due to overheating on one of the boards. You may have a warranty claim at only 18 months old. I think these have a (2) yr. warranty. Check Onkyo's online forum. It's staffed by Onkyo Techs and they can help you.
1369556
I had this HDMI Board issue, everyone else talks about. Onkyo Stepped up and paid for the shipping to have it sent back, and fixed it. Its been working great since i got it back. Early Last year. Time Indeed will tell if it continues to do so. All has been well so far.
253946
Susan, I originally bought a pair with the sub woofer. I then wanted to do a 5.1 home theather and added another pair without the sub woofer. I am using an Onkyo TX-NR414. Works great!