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tyhis thing over heats and barely can power a decent speaker set such as NHT's dont get onkyo unless 110x7
Take a peek at the manual and you should have no problems. Nevertheless, this is one of the top receivers you can get in this class. The Audessy setup correctly sets your speaker distance/delay and is a nice feature- it'll let you know when your speakers aren't hooked up correctly. Don't expect a $3,000.00 receiver. Some reviewers have complained that the Audessy feature did not work. It is likely that they plugged the side speakers into the rear channels, which will cause the setup to not work. I purchased this receiver for a mid-range 5.1 home theater setup.
However, the receiver only provides two HDMI ports, so I bought a 1.3a compatible switch.Installation and setup is a breeze, although the automatic system is a little confusing at first (if you don't read the manual). After some research online, through audio/HT review sites and forums, this was the unit I settled on. I've used Yamaha's in the past, and found that this unit provides great bang for your buck. But, those wanting many features and nice sound for a good price, look no further.
The sound is amazing. Also, once you get your speakers set up, go through the automated program that tunes your speaker setup. Just plug in the microphone, and the receiver does the rest by figuring out the sound qualities of your room and speaker set up. Quality 7.1 speakers set up - checkBig LCD TV - checkDVD - checkHi-Def - checkgame console - checkGet all your audio/video input devices, plug them all into the Onkyo 605 receiver, and it's only one tiny HDMI cable to the TV. Sweet.It upscales to HD format fairly well (not perfect HD quality, but not bad at all). After that, the sound quality was fantastic.
So now I am stuck with a receiver that has no working hdmi inputs or outputs. Do not buy this receiver.
No working hdmi ports means no HD sound. So now I'm back to just having a regular receiver.
I bought my TX-SR605 about a year ago. Personally I would have bought a Sony like I have in the past.
I also loved it until last week when my hdmi inputs stopped working. I contacted Onkyo regarding warranty work but they were very specific that the receiver would have to be sent in its original package, which i did not have any longer.
I bought this receiver because they were the first on the market to offer the new HD sound formats.
I tried playing Susan Wongs audiophile CD & WOW. I went to AV forums and lurk there looking for answers. I cant believe what im listening.
I came across a thread that tells me to adjust the crossover settings at 80hz after running the audyssey which I did. Clear, balance sound & made my speakers sing with sweet melody. First of all, I bought this unit at a price of a "steal".
Audyssey set my system's speakers at full band with subwoofer. Here in the Philippines, 605s are sold at USD800 (considering that they are made in Malaysia, a neighbor country of Phils).i wouldnt mind paying for another USD200 for shipment & tax.When im done setting up with my PS3, upconverting DVD, and set of Wharfedale diamond 9.5,9cs,9.1 & 9DFS, I am not happy with the sound i'm hearing. The sound dont have much difference from my previous set-up (onkyo 494)& im a bit frustated.I've read the manual & decided to run the audyssey, but still audyssey didnt give me the sound im expecting to hear from my new system.
This is an awesome product.
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