STEVE_TORONTO Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 How important is the addition of pro logic ll and should anyone consider one receiver over another based on that feature, E.I.Onkyo 787 vs 797. Appreciate any help. This would be used with four Rf3ll and Rc3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seb Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 given the configuration you have, and if you like multichannel music, I think you should definitely go for it. don't you find the Klipsch/Onkyo combo to be too aggressive? ------------------ http://members.fortunecity.com/sebdavid - go laugh at my crappy website/equipment http://www.dvdprofiler.com/mc.asp?alias=Sebdavid - go laugh at my puny little DVD collection This message has been edited by Seb on 02-28-2002 at 02:02 PM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goon Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 I just recently purchased an Integra 8.2 receiver with Pro Logic II, and so far I like it a lot. I use it most when watching cable TV. It creates a pretty convincing surround field with a stereo source. I'm not a fan of listening to music in multichannels though - yet. I'd say go for a receiver that includes Pro Logic II. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boa12 Posted February 28, 2002 Share Posted February 28, 2002 i want prologic II. yea for the digital cable tv most are in DD 2.0 or dolby surround. DPLII would be great here i'd think. hope b&k comes out w/ the upgrade for my ref 30 soon! ------------------ My Home Systems Page Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrentMann Posted March 1, 2002 Share Posted March 1, 2002 I too have an Integra 8.2 w/ Reference 3's (almost) all the way around for a 6.1 config, and I love it. I use PL-II movie setting as the default for TV (DirecTV w/ optical audio hookup for the occational 5.1 broadcasts). It really does some cool things with a stereo source. Even Star Wars: Episodes IV-VI on VHS sound good! I'm not sure if I like PL-II for music, but I attribute that to the RS-3's in a fairly deep room defusing to much sound. I could be wrong. Goon, how do you like the 8.2? I don't know of too many people that have them. Most of the reviews I've seen cover the 7.2 or 9.1. I was looking at the 7.2 w/ the CHAD upgrade and was able to get the 8.2 for $150 more than that combo, so decided, what the heck... Have you tried hooking up the ABUS? I'm looking for any "war stories" on this before I try. ------------------ Current HT Setup: RF-3's front RC-3 center RS-3's surround KV-1 rear-center M&K V-1250 sub Integra 8.2 receiver Mitsubishi 50" Pioneer C-503 dvd-player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE_TORONTO Posted March 4, 2002 Author Share Posted March 4, 2002 Thanks for the replies , based on the info here I think I will get the PLII receiver , now to decide which one ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goon Posted March 4, 2002 Share Posted March 4, 2002 BrentMann, So far I like my 8.2 a lot. You're right though, not many people seem to own Integra. I don't know why, I think the whole line is relatively new. I've been waiting for audioreview to put the 8.2 up to hear other's opinions too. I haven't messed with the ABUS, and I don't think I will anytime soon. I just got mine a month ago, so I'm still working on adjusting the audio settings (this is my first HT setup) and getting the remote programmed right. I'm not happy with the default layout, and not all of my equipment is supported, so I am still using multiple remotes. I downloaded the ChanEdit software, and when I have time I am going to create a fully custom layout. My CD player just took a dive, so I'm thinking of picking up the Integra 6.2 disc changer too. Good luck with the ABUS........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrentMann Posted March 4, 2002 Share Posted March 4, 2002 Goon, That's about how long I've had mine. I'm a Software Engineer, so the CHAD was a major plus. I don't think I'll ever reach CHAD nirvana, but I enjoy trying. IMO, the CHAD the scrolling on the chad is a little slow, and can get annoying. For me, I logically organized all the "every-day" access buttons onto the first screen for each device, and use the hardware buttons whenever possible (the SAT device was the most difficult). I also setup macros to handle switching of components. Another hint is to move frequently used devices/macros to the top of their respective lists. A friend and I got a packaged deal on 2 8.2's. He is building a home, so he hasn't set his up. When asked how I like mine, the response was: Setting it up, out of the box is a chore (or 1/2 the fun if your me), but once it's setup, it really is nice. If you haven't already been there, check out www.remotecentral.com, lots of cool stuff/ideas for the CHAD. Have fun w/ it. If you encounter any problems, or discover really cool feature, please pass it on. ------------------ Current HT Setup: RF-3's front RC-3 center RS-3's surround KV-1 rear-center M&K V-1250 sub Integra 8.2 receiver Mitsubishi 50" Pioneer C-503 dvd-player Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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