|
tyhis thing over heats and barely can power a decent speaker set such as NHT's dont get onkyo unless 110x7
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). Nevertheless, this is one of the top receivers you can get in this class. After some research online, through audio/HT review sites and forums, this was the unit I settled on.
Some reviewers have complained that the Audessy feature did not work. Don't expect a $3,000.00 receiver. 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. 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. But, those wanting many features and nice sound for a good price, look no further.
I've used Yamaha's in the past, and found that this unit provides great bang for your buck. Take a peek at the manual and you should have no problems.
Also, once you get your speakers set up, go through the automated program that tunes your speaker setup. 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. After that, the sound quality was fantastic. Just plug in the microphone, and the receiver does the rest by figuring out the sound qualities of your room and speaker set up. Sweet.It upscales to HD format fairly well (not perfect HD quality, but not bad at all). The sound is amazing.
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. So now I'm back to just having a regular receiver.
Personally I would have bought a Sony like I have in the past. Do not buy this receiver.
I bought my TX-SR605 about a year ago. No working hdmi ports means no HD sound.
I bought this receiver because they were the first on the market to offer the new HD sound formats. I also loved it until last week when my hdmi inputs stopped working.
So now I am stuck with a receiver that has no working hdmi inputs or outputs.
Clear, balance sound & made my speakers sing with sweet melody. I cant believe what im listening. I tried playing Susan Wongs audiophile CD & WOW.
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. I went to AV forums and lurk there looking for answers. First of all, I bought this unit at a price of a "steal".
I came across a thread that tells me to adjust the crossover settings at 80hz after running the audyssey which I did. This is an awesome product. 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.
Audyssey set my system's speakers at full band with subwoofer.
|
