my marantz only has one set of "multi channel inputs...

haroo · 07-31-2002, 01:58 AM

the new sacd and dvd that i just both have 5.1 hookups, can i hook up both with a "Y" splitter in to the one set of inputs on the marantz sr18ex???

cgravil · 07-31-2002, 03:55 AM

just my idea on it, but why use 5.1 on the DVD? just use the
Dig-Coax, or the Fiber Optic?

jcaut · 07-31-2002, 10:17 AM

You won't get the multi-channel DVD-Audio sound through the digital connection. The regular multi-channel from a video DVD, yes, but not DVD-Audio. You must use the 5.1 analog connections.

I would be inclined to think that a high-quality "Y" cable would work, but it wouldn't be ideal. Depending on the output impedence of the players and how they behave when they're off----you might get some sort of interference--- or it might not work at all. It would be worth a shot. Some sort of switching device would be the best way to go, but again, I'm not sure where you would find one. Perhaps someone on here will know.

Jason

07-31-2002, 11:31 AM

i read somewhere that there are 5.1 switchers out there already, altho they may be rare enuff at this point in time that they may cost a bit more than they will a yr from now (or maybe 6 months from now, the way time moves in the a/v world!). i remember when i could locally only find one brand of a/v switcher that had s-video, and now you can get multiple brands at the big chains. i'd just do a google search & see what pops up. someone can make money off it, so it's gotta be out there!

cgravil · 07-31-2002, 05:48 PM

opps my bad I didn't realise the DVD was also a DVD-Audio device<i didn't read properly but hey I was drunk damn it!!!>

I'm holding out on this whole DVD-Audio SA-CD thing for a bit untill I figure out what is gonna be worth it...<I'm still bitter about the DAT and MD thing>

I do have a few DVD audio discs, and I enjoy all of them in 5.1 separation through my nice little fibre-optic cable, but that is because the producers of the disc were kind enough to add a 5.1 track to the DVD.

Not all dvd-audios are like this, but most are.
Is it the super high res that dvd-audio is... no but I can wait.

gidrah · 08-01-2002, 09:42 AM

haroo: I'd think that 5 Y-splits would be your best option. You have a nice system. Don't skimp! There's plenty links around here to Signal cables. I bet Frank could make you some quality suff at a reasonable price. I like this more way more than a switcher. I'd just make sure both aren't powered-up at the same time.

cgravil: I'm still sober and I too didn't realize that it was a DVDA. You were right on the money. Whenever I consider a CD purchase I consider DVDA (DVD playback), but no luck. Glad to hear you're jammin' the ghe...5.1 audio

cgravil · 08-01-2002, 05:51 PM

are you callin ME gheto

???? if so thank you!

07-31-2002, 01:58 AM	#1
haroo Polkster Member Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: Feb 2002 Posts: 83	my marantz only has one set of "multi channel inputs... the new sacd and dvd that i just both have 5.1 hookups, can i hook up both with a "Y" splitter in to the one set of inputs on the marantz sr18ex??? __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ --MARANTZ SR18ex 140wpc x 5 (high current/direct amp)thx-ex "ultra" electrohome tube amp 15watt. pr channel(aprox.1955a.d.) for 2 channel audio{recently recapped& tubed-5ar4power rect. & 12au7) -kenwood amp(km-996/140wpc(used for 7.1 rears(thx ex) -toshiba dvd video/audio player(progressive scan) sd-4700 -sony sacd cd player scd-xe670 -nakamichi "music bank cd player "6+1disk(20bit dac) -toshiba hifi vcr (v3 pro head) -motorola digital cable box -RCA 32' "home theater" PIP tv -polk RT800i x 2 (mains) ~bi-wired -polk sc400i x 1 (center) ~bi-wired -polk fx300i x 2 (side fx) ~di-pole -polk r10 x 2 (rears) -polk pws250 (powered sub) -2x173ltr(48"-16")sono subs(powered by kenwood kr-7200 250watt & w/ audiosource EQ (model eq eight/series II) -Thorens td-166 mk II/Grado silver fs1 -Thorens td-160/empire 66cart -Dual 601 -D.I.Y. carfea "little big horns"-(pioneer full range 8" & fostex 4" compression horn tweaters -sony (ps1) -sony (ps2) -haroo, "GOD gave you the gift of sound, Your gift to God is what you do with it!" "marantz haroo" ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

07-31-2002, 03:55 AM	#2
cgravil Polkster Member Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2002 Location: Ankmorpork Posts: 101	just my idea on it, but why use 5.1 on the DVD? just use the Dig-Coax, or the Fiber Optic? __________________ The probibility of someone watching you is directly related to the stupidity of the action in question.

08-01-2002, 09:42 AM	#6
gidrah Polkologist Member Sales Rating: (1) Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: 'burb of Detroit Posts: 3,000	haroo: I'd think that 5 Y-splits would be your best option. You have a nice system. Don't skimp! There's plenty links around here to Signal cables. I bet Frank could make you some quality suff at a reasonable price. I like this more way more than a switcher. I'd just make sure both aren't powered-up at the same time. cgravil: I'm still sober and I too didn't realize that it was a DVDA. You were right on the money. Whenever I consider a CD purchase I consider DVDA (DVD playback), but no luck. Glad to hear you're jammin' the ghe...5.1 audio __________________ Make it Funky!

08-01-2002, 05:51 PM	#7
cgravil Polkster Member Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2002 Location: Ankmorpork Posts: 101	are you callin ME gheto???? if so thank you! Last edited by cgravil; 08-01-2002 at 05:56 PM..

07-31-2002, 10:17 AM	#3
jcaut Polkhead Member Sales Rating: (5) Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Paris, Arkansas Posts: 1,771	You won't get the multi-channel DVD-Audio sound through the digital connection. The regular multi-channel from a video DVD, yes, but not DVD-Audio. You must use the 5.1 analog connections. I would be inclined to think that a high-quality "Y" cable would work, but it wouldn't be ideal. Depending on the output impedence of the players and how they behave when they're off----you might get some sort of interference--- or it might not work at all. It would be worth a shot. Some sort of switching device would be the best way to go, but again, I'm not sure where you would find one. Perhaps someone on here will know. Jason

07-31-2002, 11:31 AM	#4
meestercleef Guest Posts: n/a	i read somewhere that there are 5.1 switchers out there already, altho they may be rare enuff at this point in time that they may cost a bit more than they will a yr from now (or maybe 6 months from now, the way time moves in the a/v world!). i remember when i could locally only find one brand of a/v switcher that had s-video, and now you can get multiple brands at the big chains. i'd just do a google search & see what pops up. someone can make money off it, so it's gotta be out there!

07-31-2002, 05:48 PM	#5
cgravil Polkster Member Sales Rating: (0) Join Date: May 2002 Location: Ankmorpork Posts: 101	opps my bad I didn't realise the DVD was also a DVD-Audio device<i didn't read properly but hey I was drunk damn it!!!> I'm holding out on this whole DVD-Audio SA-CD thing for a bit untill I figure out what is gonna be worth it...<I'm still bitter about the DAT and MD thing> I do have a few DVD audio discs, and I enjoy all of them in 5.1 separation through my nice little fibre-optic cable, but that is because the producers of the disc were kind enough to add a 5.1 track to the DVD. Not all dvd-audios are like this, but most are. Is it the super high res that dvd-audio is... no but I can wait.

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