Re: [Avid-L2] 5.1 audio monitoring via DX's HDMI?

On May 14, 2010, at 12:27 PM, brucerees23 wrote:

> Anyone have a working solution they'd like to share?
> Searching the internet has come up with a few options:
> Octava HDMI matrix switch with 7.1 RCA breakouts:
http://www.octavainc.com/HDMI%20switch%204x2_7_1audio.html#HDSA71zoom
> GefenTV Home Theater Audio Processor:
http://www.gefen.com/gefentv/gtvproduct.jsp?prod_id=5277
> Or I'm considering the route of finding a regular home theatre
receiver with HDMI i/o and analog multi-channel 'pre-outs'. But it'll
probably be overkill in size, features and power consumption for the
task.
> Marantz SR4002 Dolby Digital EX:
http://ca.marantz.com/Products/2030.asp
> Alternatively I supposed we could utilize the Optical ADAT/SPDIF
out on the DX if there's a converter that'll give analog multi-channel
out.
> I'd appreciate any thoughts!

I reply:

I too have been thinking about this. The Octava and Gefen solutions
are both 'way too expensive for what you want. I've come to the
conclusion that just about any good home receiver equipped with Dolby
AC3 decoding capability would do the job quite nicely, will probably
cost less, and have more power for your speakers as well.
Additionally, many receivers have bass management circuitry, something
the other more expensive devices you listed lack. Finally, a good
receiver will provide you with volume control for your monitoring
system and can therefore become the center of your audio monitoring
gear.
I personally prefer Denon receivers. Here's one I think will meet
your needs:
http://www.usa.denon.com/ProductDetails/4891.asp
You could even go cheaper by choosing this model with less speaker
power, fewer inputs and outputs (but enough for your requirements):
http://www.usa.denon.com/ProductDetails/4881.asp
The prices quoted are MSLP. Though Denon does not usually discount,
you may get a slightly lower price from a dealer. No matter what,
Denon quality is high, IMHO.

Dennis Degan, Video Editor-Consultant-Knowledge Bank
NBC Today Show, New York

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