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The DVD player's dimensions are: 17.1 x 4.1 x 14.4 The receiver's dimensions are: 17.1 x 6.7 x 16.4 These dimensions are stated in width x height x depth. Thus the units are both the same width. Height differences have no impact in this particular problem. The depth, however, is different by 2 inches. Thus, the only way I can place the receiver on top of the DVD player is if I can find a way to securely place a plate on the top back portion of the DVD player. Thoughts on this, anyone?

Please view the attached file to see what the stand looks like. As you guys can see, this isn't a rack, so I can't exactly mount anything on it to get cooling fans in the back of the units. There's gotta be a clean/easy way to do this..

Okay guys, here's the setup, followed with questions: I'm planning on getting a Denon 2803 or 3803 receiver which, according to the manuals are 6.75 inches tall (including protruding parts). I own a Sony KV-32HS510 TV with the matching stand. The stand has a one-level shelf (with an optional way to get 2 levels in the shelf). If I were to install the optional 2nd level shelf, the clearance will only be 6 inches for both the 1st and 2nd level. Thus, installing the 2nd level shelf would not allow me to store the receiver on any of the levels. Thus, I must place my DVD player (which I haven't purchased yet, but it will be the Denon DVM-2815) on top of the receiver without installing the 2nd level shelf. This player is 4.125 inches tall (including protruding parts). I know that the receiver will be expelling a lot of heat, so first question is: How much clearance above the receiver do I need to ensure adequate cooling? I've found that there are Cool Plates out there but it seems awfully expensive just to elevate the level of the DVD player on top of the receiver. From what I heard, the minimum clearance should be around an inch. One thing a friend suggested to me is that I can place the receiver on TOP of the DVD player since the player will not get too hot at all. Of course, this setup looks a bit funny, but if it works, then this may be a viable option. I'm sure I'm not the only person to come across this problem. Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated!