Switched or Unswitched ?

[c4kaboom]

I use an Onkyo receiver to run most of my speakers but have an Adcom GFA 555 running my main fronts. Can I plug my Adcom into the Onkyo so all I have to do is turn on the Onkyo to activate the Adcom's power ?

[zingo]

What is the power limits on the receiver? If your amplifier is less wattage than your receiver allows, then yes!

[bobman1235]

I don't know if I'd recommend that, those auxiliary outlets on receivers aren't usually designed for high-amperage devices like amplifiers.

[WilliamM2]

No you can't. The switched outlets on the back of recievers is usually limited to 100 to 150 watts.

You could use a device like this:

http://www.smarthomeusa.com/Shop/Smart-Energy/Smart-Strip/Item/SCG4/

[dorokusai]

No, that's not a smart idea.

[c4kaboom]

I thought I might have a problem with wattage doing this. Thanks for the advice.

[reeltrouble1]

even though its no we appreciate your thanks

enjoy the gang. oh if your oinker has a 12v out you can likely rig something up.

RT1

[appadv]

Don't plug the amp into your Onkyo's switched outlet, you'll blow up the receiver's power supply (don't ask how I know, but its the reason why I no longer have my TX-SR500).

[Deadof_knight]

Unless you want to smoke test that Onkyo I wouldnt do it !!!

[appadv]

Unless you want to smoke test that Onkyo I wouldnt do it !!!

Oh yes you can easily smoke that Onkyo! :)

[zingo]

Smoking an Onkyo sounds like a bad idea, from any angle...

[appadv]

Smoking an Onkyo sounds like a bad idea, from any angle...

Haha, seriously though they must have little or no internal protection...

[ben62670]

Smoking an Onkyo sounds like a bad idea, from any angle...

Unless you have the upgrade bug, and a significant other;)

[vonnie123]

I wouldn't simply due to the current start up needed for the amp. Adding that to the Onkyo is even greater current draw.

[george daniel]

Smoking an Onkyo sounds like a bad idea, from any angle...

smoke a doo:)bie,, plug the amp into the wall