Receiver/PC compatibility question??
Drummerboy
Posts: 15
I am going to run HTPC. My PC has 7.1 optical out and DVI out. I need to get a receiver that switches DVI. My current Pioneer VSX-101 5TX doesnt do it. However, i realize the latest is HDMI switching, and is compatible with DVI. So, how would i run a projector as a monitor? Is it as simple as running the DVI to HDMI cords from the PC to the receiver and then HDMI to DVI out to the projector? Can an input on a reciever (say, DVD in) run a DVI to HDMI cord AND an optical cord as a source? HDMI carries both signals of course, but i have yet to see a PC output in HDMI to combine the signals in one easy cord. Its DVI and optical as far as i know for PCs. The bottom line is this : i need suggestions for a receiver (ballpark $1000) with the HDMI switching. I will hook up the PC to it as my all in one machine (with satellite in, cable, TV tuner ETC. on the PC) The monitor will be a projector of course. The speakers will need enough power to be driven by the reciever you suggest. I have RTI8 fronts, CSI5 center, FXI3 surrounds, RTI4 surround backs. The sub is a PSW505 which i will be upgrading to two SVS PS12 ISD/V subwoofers (maybe one if it cuts it). Opinions are more than welcome!! Thanx in advance for your replies!
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hello?
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why not just run the dvi into the projector you might have to switch cord back and forth if you have another component with dvi that your using with the projector if not you should be able to switch inpus on the projector like you would with your receiver, and just run the coax to your receiver for your dd, dts
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could do that....
