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02-14-02
I would buy a 3-channel amp for the center & rear speakers. ... Jakeman
02-14-02: Sdcampbell
The approach you are considering will work, but the hook-up process may be a little complex. Another approach, which many people with 2-channel systems have used to get into HT, is to buy an outboard surround processor and a 3-channel power amp (for the center and surround speakers).
I have helped several people install the Technics SH-AC500D Surround Processor, which provides Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS, and ProLogic decoding. The unit also provides a pass-through circuit that lets you operate your 2-channel system without running the signal through the digital circuits. This model can be purchased discounted for under $300. My son has one of these units in his HT setup, and I've been impressed with its performance for such a low price.
If you decide to get an outboard processor, you will need an external 3-channel power amp. There are a number of moderately priced amps, such as the ones made by Adcom (used 5503's sell on A-gon for around $600-650) and Rotel, and if you really need to save some money, the amps made by AudioSource have gotten pretty good writeups by non-highend audio mags.
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02-14-02
How would the 3 channel amp connect to my integrated amp? Stbhorn
02-14-02: Sdcampbell
To work as I've suggested, your integrated amp would need both "pre-amp out" and "pre-amp in" jacks on the back panel. The signal from the "pre-amp out" on your integrated amp would have to be routed through the Technics surround processor, and then back from the processor to the "pre-amp in" jack on the integrated amp. Then, the integrated amp would be used to drive your front speakers. The surround processor has additional outputs on the back that go to the 3-channel amp that will drive the center and surround speakers.
While the surround processor is engaged in the circuit, it will decode the 5.1 signal, feeding the decoded signal to all 5 speakers, plus a subwoofer (if you have one). The surround processor also has an output on the back panel to drive a subwoofer, but if you have no subwoofer, you simply program the processor for "no sub", and it will feed the full-range signal to the main front speakers.
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02-14-02
Thanks for the tips. how do you feel about doing this with ... Stbhorn
02-14-02
An ht receiver is a good way to do this. you don't need a th ... Jsbail
02-15-02
With the receiver, if it has pre-outs for the main speakers, ... Inscrutable
02-15-02
There are several integrateds available that offer theatre t ... 3728slingshot
02-19-02
To stbhorn, just to let you know about the receiver-preamp c ... Drjjpdc
02-20-02
Upgrade your 2 channel setup (spend the money there) and sta ... Audiotomb
03-15-02
The fellow recommending the technics processor and a three c ... C123666
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