D-Rex

It was a good show, I enjoyed it. I am not sure it meets my "owning" standards. D-Rex

I come here to get the best speaker advice possible, regardless of whether or not Klipsch is the recommended product. It just so happens that people like alot of subs besides just Klipsch and I, for one, appreciate all of the various subs discussed! D-Rex

---------------- On 9/27/2004 11:06:08 AM Frzninvt wrote: No, The S-VHS connection will only improve the picture quality by separating the chroma and luminence it has nothing to do with the DIGITAL connection needed to playback in DD or DTS. You can leave the composite jacks in place since they carry the right & left audio downmix but you will not need the yellow one if you are feeding signals into your receiver and TV via an S-VHS connection. ---------------- That makes sense, hence the word 'Video' in the name... yes I am a bit slow at times... Thanks, Dallas

Thanks, all of you have been very helpful! I have one more question. I connected the DVD Player and Receiver together with an S Video cable because I thought that would create a digital connection. Did I need to disconnect my A/V cables completely for that to work or is that not a function of the S Video connection?

---------------- On 9/26/2004 6:10:43 PM MrMcGoo wrote: The digital cable or Toslink that transfers the Dolby Digital 5.1 bitstream to the receiver will also tranfer the DTS bitstream. Your receiver should automatically decode the DTS bitstream. Be sure that the DVD player has the DTS logo onits front and that the DVD player's setup menu has DTS set to bitstream. Bill PS: Not all Apex DVD players handle DTS per the Apex Digital web site, so look for the DTS logo on the front of the DVD machine. No DTS logo, no DTS. B ---------------- The Apex player does have the DTS logo on the front. I have my DVD Player, Receiver, and TV all connected together with red/yellow/black RCA cables. Dolby Digital does come through those just fine so are you saying the DTS should work through those fine as well?

I think from perusing some of the answers on previous DTS questions I have determined that I don't have the digital connections that is required to make DTS work. So, can someone tell me if all I need is a digital connection from my DVD player to my Receiver or do I also need a digital connection from the Receiver to the TV. I have an old TV from around 1993 that doesn't have a digital connection. So, can I play my DTS formatted DVDs with a connection upgrade on my DVD to Receiver to digital or am I stuck until I upgrade my television? D-Rex

---------------- On 9/24/2004 3:53:31 PM WS65711 wrote: Ok, I was hoping ya'll wouldn't make me come up with a price. The problem is that I really don't even know what I paid for it, since I got a single package price for the RF5/RC35/RS35 set when I bought them. How about $200 plus shipping (or best offer) from Zipcode 70002. Although I have all of the original packaging, I'd feel better if I double box it, unless it's a local pickup. I don't know if the Klipsch warrantee is transferrable or not. If it is, I will provide a xerox of the original receipt to the buyer. Again, it was purchased from a local authorized dealer. Dave ---------------- This is a more than fair price if someone is needing an RC-35 speaker, IMO... I do think the warranty will transfer also.

---------------- On 9/26/2004 1:59:28 AM Spanky wrote: Well his use is like mine - Strictly home theatre use, A few dealers have said that thought the Klipsch speakers were a little quality overkill for just home theatre work, As we are both not interested in playing music through these systems, I have another system for that in the living area. I will admit he is trying to convince me to purchase a Polk system as well so we will get a better deal through the local dealer, He has offered us a good price on a full Polk system, consisting of R-50 fronts/CSi3 centres (F & R) and a pair of FXi-3 surrounds and a PSW-505 Subwoofer. But like I said I'm still not convinced by Polk, I don't know why as I have heard there car speakers and there were impressive (I use MB Quart in my car now and they are impressive) But I'm torn, I like the Klipsch, but the thought of a Floor stander fronts and a 12" sub for my system makes me think the Polk option may be better, And the reviews for POLK seem pretty good. Am I turning to the dark side of the force? Oh enlightened members of this Forum, Please guide me towards the path of sonic truth. ---------------- Why can't you both go into your Klipsch and try to work a better deal because both of you will be buying? That is not my commentary against Polk becuase I have no opinion but maybe just an option for both of you to get the opportunity to own Klipsch speakers.

I am looking at buying from Amazon.com for around $42 with free shipping. My local BB and Wal-Mart both have it for $44 but I would also have to pay taxes... Dollar saved is a dollar earned...

---------------- On 9/19/2004 9:23:26 PM Bill H. wrote: Rex, Here is a link I use to search with.....just type in what your looking for on the left side. .............good luck http://search.ebay.com/klipsch_Floor-Standing_W0QQsofocusZbsQQsbrftogZ1QQcatrefZC1QQfromZR10QQsacategoryZ61373Q26catrefQ3DC6 ---------------- Thanks Bill, I found it... Dallas

---------------- On 9/19/2004 4:02:22 PM Bill H. wrote: Sire, According to Ebay completed sales records......in the last month sales were from 240.00 to 329.00...........Good Luck to you! ---------------- How do you find out the sales records on Ebay over the past month?

That makes sense. Lucas can do as he pleases! I guess we can all make do with the DD versions!

---------------- On 9/12/2004 4:10:11 AM space_cowboy wrote: Instead of favorites, how about hates? You probably have to listen to lots of FM for this to apply, otherwise you would never buy it. My number 1 yack is the Eagles, at home I actually run to the tuner to change stations, in the truck I change stations quicker than that butthole who just cut me off. Can't explain it, bad trip?...........no, bad date?.............no. The Eagles as a group is the worst thing I've ever heard. Mark ---------------- Oh, I love the Eagles! I run to turn up the stereo when they ar eplaying!

---------------- On 9/11/2004 6:29:49 AM aussieblue wrote: Hi there peoples, it is a great little forum you have here. I have been auditioning speakers for my ht for quite a few months now and have been left a little frustrated with what I have so far experienced, that is until I had a listen to some RF35 mains. Wow, what a breath of fresh air it has been to actually hear the song/music and forget that you are trialing speakers. Ok, the problem I have is that my local Klipsch dealers only stock up to RF35 mains and I would like some input on whether there is a significant improvement in two channel listening with the RF5 mains over the RF35 mains as it looks like I will not be able to audition the RF5 and RC-7 in person? thanks. ---------------- My wife recognized a noticable difference between the RF-5s and the RF-35s. I noticed it as well but I couldn't justify spending the extra $$$ for a somewhat nominal increase in volume. Now, I assume the RF-7s are a significant step up but, when I listened to them it was hard to tell since they had it in a dedicated theatre room with an RWS-15 pounding you. It was great when they had Minority Report playing with waves of bass blowing you down.

Is the upcoming release of the original Star Wars Trilogy too old to be encoded in DTS? I am wanting to purchase it when it comes out but I don't understand why it doesn't have the DTS format.

Funny, I just posted about this same subject last night! http://forums.klipsch.com/idealbb/view.asp?topicID=54135&sessionID={D013ECE2-0AD4-4346-939E-4E6B15814C1A} I am going to see if I can figure mine out tonight.

---------------- On 9/9/2004 12:56:24 PM damonrpayne wrote: I liked it and most likely will buy it. There are some cheesy parts and I wish they'd added some darkness and violence and given it an R rating rather than P-13. ---------------- It almost seems that instead of doing a movie the way it should be done they try to only put enough in to get the PG-13 rating. As a result, they can appeal to a wider audience and thus possibly make a few extra bucks. I am not a proponent of extra violent films but, when the movie calls for such then it should be made as such.

---------------- On 9/9/2004 1:25:41 AM MrMcGoo wrote: Try going into setup on the DVD player and be sure that DTS output is set to bitstream. If this was not set properly, then there would be no output for DTS. Bill ---------------- I like this answer better than there being a problem with my receiver! But, I will see if I can implement all of the advice given here this evening and try to determine what is wrong. Thanks all! Dallas

Okay, I know I have one of the cheapest DVD players ever on the market and I will certainly try and get it replaced as soon as funds are available but I seem to have a problem with playing the DTS surround settings on my DVDs. Last night I went to watch The Passion of the Christ in DTS surround and there was no sound. When I changed it to DD it played fine. So, I need to find out if the problem is my cheap APEX player (which has DTS on the front of it as if it does have the ability to play this format) or is it my Denon 3801 which I purchased off Ebay. I put Titan AE in and tried to play it in DTS and it didn't play either so I know it wasn't just a problem with the DVD, as remote a possibility as that would be. So, what do I do to test this kind of problem?

---------------- On 9/8/2004 11:17:51 PM maxed out wrote: PART 1 Does any one have any suggestions on how to remove adhesive residue from black electrical tape from wood speaker finishes? I have tried, rubber cement thinner, OPPS, GOO GONE, GOOF OFF and rubbing alcohol. All I have done is rub the black finish off of the wood, resulting in spots of bare wood. PART 2 Has anybody touched up this type of finish used on these speakers? I am told by Klipsch, that this finish is: 40 sheen black lacquer. Thanks ---------------- I have found when I am trying to remove glue residue like that left by tape it is often most easily removed by simply using another piece of tape. I wouldn't recommend using another piece of electrical tape but a piece of extremely sticky masking tape might be perfect. Otherwise, try a small piece of duct tape or even scotch tape. Place the tape over the adhesive residue and then quickly pull the tape off. It will usually remove some of the glue so that after repeating the procedure a few times it will have removed the residue. Try it and let me know how it works. Just fyi and along a similar line of thought, if you ever have marks made by a permanent marker that you want to remove, try taking a dry erase marker and color over the permanent mark then whipe it away with a cloth. This may still leave a black haze around where the mark was or it could even just make it smudgy depending on the surface that was marked but it might be worth a shot.

---------------- On 9/7/2004 12:46:23 PM RC wrote: Internal connections had come apart. Remove driver and amp panel check for loose or disconected parts, also tape down cable so they don't rattle inside when pushed by air. Last but not least let Klipsch know that they should step up quality control.The sub now thumps... ---------------- Darn, and I was about to offer you a $100 for that "hunk o' junk"... Glad you got it fixed and it is working well!

---------------- On 3/22/2004 1:22:13 AM m00n wrote: Oh yeah, this is looking good! http://www.apple.com/trailers/fox/i_robot/video_large.html ---------------- I am a relatively simple man to please. It looks entertaining to me so I am pretty sure I will enjoy it when it comes out. The biggest hing to me is whether or not I should buy it or rent it. My first inclination is always to buy.

---------------- On 9/4/2004 7:35:40 PM colterphoto1 wrote: 18, ah yes, I remember it, I'm still try to act it. But I have an assistant who is a little 19 yr old college hottie. Gals this age in these times are merciless teases who realize that they are sitting on what makes the world go round. ---------------- This is oh so true!! I have to echo the feelings of most 30+ (in age) guys here. I know there is alot of fun in "talking" to others on-line about things you like, i.e. Klipsch speakers, but you are too young to spend too much time here with us! You have so much growing to do and there are so many girls that you will go through during this time that your head will spin. When I was 17 I got upset about the break-up with a girlfriend that I felt like the world would end. I haven't let that happen again because it doesn't take long to realize that, when your that age, life is about experiences and certainly isn't about "settling down." You will have plenty of time to find that "life partner" so just get out there and be happy because you will have plenty of time after college to be miserable! Good luck! D

Thanks for the feedback. By OEM I'm assuming you mean the components and not the cord--just making sure. The female end does indeed fit into the socket though it's not as tight a connection as I would have hoped! Thanks again! ---------------- OEM is the original equipment manufacturer.

---------------- On 9/2/2004 10:15:50 AM IndyKlipschFan wrote: Maybe our most famous monster can just squash Michael Moore. THAT, I would pay to see. ---------------- Hopefully not before he has spit Gee Dubya out from between his teeth! That I hope we see in November!