Avoid These Mistakes When Setting Up Your Home Theater Receiver

[@Dash_Inc]

What a lean, natural and well-explained overview; wish I had this clear level of explanation when I got my first surround sound years ago 💎

[@Cawigula]

As an addendum to the cooling: if you don't have your receiver in a cabinet, you should not need a cooler. They are designed to work just fine as is in an open environment. If your receiver is not in a cabinet and it gets so hot as to fail without a cooler on it, then your receiver needs to be repaired.

[@ChrisMajestic]

I agree that cooling is not always 100% necessary but considering how hot receivers can get and the fact that the number one enemy of most electronics is heat, it’s a very small price to pay for peace of mind. Especially considering how much these things cost.

[@macgamer1973]

I live in Arizona wish we had a way to keep dust getting in the vents

[@dirttoe0711]

Honestly, even some new receivers (usually, but not exclusively cheaper ones) are running so warm that I recommend using a fan for longevity

[@goldenserenity2385]

I would never have thought about a cooling fan but it is something I’ll consider now. Hoping to get an AV receiver soon

[@colinkennedy4646]

Im 59 yo and recently bought me an Onkyo RZ50 and was blown away by all its features it has. I managed to get it up and running for basic music listening and TV and movie viewing but haven't tapped into the surround sound features like Dirac, etc. It's already a bit over my head, but after rounding up enough speakers, I'll be taking advantage of that for sure. Thanks for your video, albeit you featured Denon. There are close similarities.

[@jeremythered74]

How's it goin Man? I'm 51 myself, I've been buying only Onkyo since about 18 in my first appartment... But i just got the RZ50 Too, back in May... This thing sounds Pretty Tits!!! Now I'm waiting on a pair of Cerwin Vega XLS 215's. Dual 15" woofers 3 way towers. I Can't Friggen wait Bud!!! Right now i have the old CV CLS 15's, they still sound Nice 👌 Good ta see another Gen Xr Rockin an Onkyo 👍👍 I still have a few of my old ones ( Onkyo Receivers ) back in their original boxes, just Retired is all....HaHa. The favorite of my oldies is my TX DS989... The Heaviest Amp I've ever owned!! GREAT DAY!!! JB

[@jeremythered74]

Oh Yeah, of course right after i bought the new RZ50, a week or so later i saw an advert for the RZ70..... Oh well, The 50 probly doesn't sound $1,000. Worse....No Way

[@professorx4946]

I was aware that my receiver ran very hot but didn't realize a cooling fan solution was so affordable. I just ordered the AC Infinity Aircom T8 Cooling Fan. Thanks for a very informative video.

[@Passionate747]

Chris Majestic, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your invaluable guidance on setting up a home theater receiver. Your expertise and detailed instructions have transformed the daunting task into an enjoyable experience. Your clear explanations and step-by-step approach made the process seamless, allowing me to maximize the potential of my home entertainment system. Thanks to your insightful videos, I now revel in a superior audiovisual experience. Your dedication to simplifying complex setups is truly commendable, and I am immensely thankful for your contribution to the home theater community.❤

[@northpole8634]

Retiree on a budget and a new subscriber. I love home theater and will follow your channel. Thx!

[@markbratt6058]

Chris thanks for explaining the inputs on the back of the receiver. I’ve always tried to figure out what the IR ports were used for and couldn’t figure it out. Keep up the good work on your videos. I really like your style and presentation.

[@superbatmichael]

Perfectly plain and clear explanations. I learned new stuff. Thank you!

[@Slogdawg]

New subscriber here. Big dittos for all the great comments that have already been posted! You are very easy to understand and provide great information on these easily confusing topics. Keep up the great work!!

[@maxtrap1947]

What a great video! Thanks Chris! This would have even been helpful in 1989 when I bought my first Denon and a pair of KG-4s (yes, I still have the Klipsch). Getting a receiver hooked up correctly is not as intuitive as it once was. Your help is invaluable, and much appreciated.

[@CockpitScenes]

Great video! I'm getting my new receiver tomorrow, and I'll be setting it up with my Pioneer CS-63DX Speakers that I bought 50 years ago. They still sound great!

[@mattmcmahon6231]

Great stuff right here. It’s been a while since I put a home theater set up together. My last one was about 10-12 years ago. Videos like this are a great refresher. Working on new set up now. I appreciate the time you take to explain everything.

[@AkumaFes]

Your videos give me a lot of inspiration Chris. Keep it up!

[@wilkcomm3929]

Nice work…. Simple explanation. I’m a Marantz and NAD guy myself. Really appreciate the videos.

[@AlvinKazu]

Interesting... How do you like your "Marantz?" They seem very high end. I have no experience with any of these AV Companies. The 3 I heard most of were Denon, Yamaha, and Sony, so good to hear there are other reputable brands. Thank you for your time.

[@ZERO-CAPACITANCE]

This is so excellent to see Chris on here educating!!!

[@EasyLiving8]

WOW! Just an AWESOME VIDEO explaining everything on a home theater receiver, GREAT JOB! Thank YOU so much for taking the time to do this and share it! PLEASE stay healthy and safe out there!

[@m4nc1n1]

Your home network looks like mine. I am the Director of Information Technology. I have been doing HT for 30 years and IT for 24. My home backbone is 10G, and my HT is Matranzt Separates. Built about 3 years ago and the first time, leaving receivers.

[@AV84USA]

“Matranxt?” Is that a Chinese version of Marantz?

[@Cha0sC0re]

Thank you, one piece of advice if having CEC issues as I did with my AVR-X3700H and my Sony X90K Tv is to remove all other HDMI cables from the receiver and TV, run just the 1 HDMI cable from eARC port #3 from the TV to the eARC port on the receiver, run the Denon Assist or set up HDMI Control and ARC. Then hopefully if the HDMI cable is good you should be able to shut off and turn on both with one remote. Then work the HDMI cables back into the receiver one at time and test that it changes sources and again shut off and turn on without issues. I found my old Wii U HDMI cable to be the culprit on why it wasn't working.

[@umemi3785]

Thank you for the explanation! My dad sent me this video as help for setting up my first receiver (Yamaha RX-V4A). I have a pretty simple setup, but I appreciated the walkthrough of all the different ports and subsections.

[@jameslaidler2152]

I've been told to ask people questions I already know the answers to so I can tell who is an idiot or not. You sir are not an idiot. Good clear and concise video. Keep up the good work.

[@johnlewis6226]

Chris Nice job, I would also recommend using the receive for those old lower resolution devices before outputting them to the tv to upconvert from lower resolutions to 4k, its a great improvement over native 480 to a 4k tv.

[@williamhodge3931]

Dear Chris you have good teaching> I have been suffering depression for 9 months since we moved in heree the home theature was just too hard to do again while I was unwell. Well i'm better now and your video has helped big time. I got an old Sony STR-KM7000 given it a few years ago by my Son inlaw Anders (he is very helpful for me and his mum) I think I can get it going but want somemore understanding of the surround sound they got only got 4 little speakers for this and Sony says they get two at front and two at back but would it not be better to have them deep back and then beside the cinema chair for flyby sounds? If you can help some more....

[@trenth6594]

Just found your channel. I’m very impressed and you did a great job explaining everything. Thank you.

[@andrewzzack92]

Great content as always Chris, would love to see more receiver content, particularly like a shootout of sorts at $500, $1000, $2000, $5000(?). I'm not big into receiver tech so aside from checking basic boxes of ability to push 4k 60 I'm not sure what's worth paying more for as you progress the ladder

[@ChrisMajestic]

Thanks. Great idea

[@garryhammond3117]

Thanks Chris - This was really well done! Merry Christmas to you!

[@fernarroyo7899]

Chris, thank you so much! I learn so much from all of your videos! Keep them coming!

[@TheOldBlackCrow]

Excellent information! I'm running an Onkyo with 5.(forced)2 setup. I built my cabinate purposefully with an open top so the receiver gets all the airflow it needs. No heat issues at all. Hope you and your family have wonderful Chistmas holiday!

[@ChrisMajestic]

Thanks! You and your family have a wonderful Christmas as well.

[@dr.deconbelandhiscustomshe1932]

Nice I didn't know about the ACInfinity cooler thanks for the info. Also, happy holidays!

[@seizethecarp_]

4:45 Also one of the most useful aspects of ARC (imo) is being able to control the volume of your AV with, say, a Roku remote. My living room Roku can only control my TV but with ARC, the volume on the Roku remote controls the AV volume. It'll also allow the TV power button to turn the AV on/off with the TV power button. SOOOOOOOO handy for simplicity.

[@richardpells5974]

That is so helpful. Really well explained and illustrated. Thank you and now go and have a Christmas break! All the best.

[@chrismaki8396]

Thanks for making this! Love the delivery, content, etc. I learnt many new things and will look further thru your library.

[@waynewheatley5472]

Hello Chris, I’m so so glad I watched this video, you have taken me way back to one of my first loves! I’m motivated now to get back into HT. Thank you Thank you Thank you so much my man, watching this made me feel like a kid in a candy store 🎉

[@lindas.1751]

Great guidance. Unfortunately when my late audiophile and HT fan husband set it up, we never talked about multiple subs and how they were calibrated. I just replaced our receiver and I get stuck in the auto-calibration. I also live in an old house, great plaster walls, not wallboard. It's a real interesting situation, but these videos help sometimes, and they're well done!

[@josephglaspie]

Thanks for demystifying all of this and making it so accessible. You definitely got my sub and likes

[@eddieburk9153]

I appreciate the ABC's of it all. crossover went right over my head 😮

[@ChrisMajestic]

Simplest way to think of it is that it makes it so that you send limited bass to your speakers and let your subwoofers handle it since that’s what it’s there for

[@eddieburk9153]

@@ChrisMajestic appreciate you

[@HOTMiSCHiEF1]

Correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the crossover value you set, you are telling that speaker not to go under that hz range. And that that range and lower is for the stand-alone subwoofer.

[@ChrisMajestic]

@HOTMiSCHiEF1 the crossover tells it not to go ABOVE that range. 😉

[@victo44344]

Great video. Short and to the point. Not overwhelming with technical jargon.

[@tracymbrooks]

Great video. The graphics are first rate. Nicely done, bravo!

[@chiguy_]

Great explanation as always. I have been growing my HT for about 20 years now and since so much has changed since I start it is always nice to see how so much has stayed the same. makes for the older tech to still be used and not have to upgrade everything all at once. I think next year might be my push for a better receiver get an amp, and then breakdown and get a better sub. might be next year some dual SVS big boys when they go on sale again HAHA. anyway keep up the fun vids cheers.

[@markellison24]

Merry Christmas, Chris!

[@ChrisMajestic]

Thanks! Merry Christmas to you and your family as well.

[@ezshep5242]

What a well done video. I had to subscribe. Thank you for the work you put into this.

[@cornwasher]

First class tutorial and easily understood presentation. Thanks

[@edwardmorehouse1424]

Chris great video,very informative. Thanks.

[@CircuitAce]

Chris thank you. I absolutely learned some things that I didn't know today.

[@scott3715]

PERFECT timing! Buiding my first home theater now and have the Denon 3800 ready to go! Thanks for the review, I think I'm ready. Didn't know much about Crossover.... hopefully Audyssey and Denon will step me through it.

[@michael-4k4000]

Hell yea! Let me know if you have any questions?

[@backpack_family]

Hey Chris, the video is very helpful especially for a newbie like me. Could you also make a video on how to do the crossovers? Thanks

[@ChrisMajestic]

I touched on crossovers at the end. That's a good starting point. Some room correction calibrations set those for you.

[@wazup3333]

​@@ChrisMajesticplease make a video guide on how to combine two UST projectors and using a external video processor that can do image blending and tilling to create a cinemascope image. Also a video guide on if it's possible to use 3rd party mapping grid geometry software to correct a UST image thats projected on a wall that's not flat

[@michaelwyckoff7593]

Yo Chris happy holidays 😊

[@ChrisMajestic]

Thanks! Happy Holidays to you as well!

[@TheSparrowLooksUp]

I've just started learning, but this is valuable information! Just came from your helpful screen guide. Will be searching your library for a universal remote guide and a general getting started guide too! Thanks for the great content. -Tony

[@andrewbakonyi]

Chris, excellent video. I'm a long time subscriber and know you for AV & Home Routers but I was amazed to see your Home Lab complete with Home Assistant. You should seriously add videos about these other areas. For example, I would love to know what integrations you have with Home Assistant and your AV equipment or how your Home Lab works with your AV equipment or just even your Home Lab set up itself. Looking at your rack gave me some ideas for my own (the Tripp Lite Console). You've got a ton more really great content just waiting!!!

[@ChrisMajestic]

Thanks. I've really considering doing some content on HA as well as home automation in general but I wasn't sure if anyone would be interested. I'm honestly more into home automation that I am home theater these days. I have a TON of automations setup in NodeRed. Thanks for your suggestion and thanks for subscribing!

[@MrShaun_D1]

Dope video my brother.

[@jamesmhebert]

First time I’ve seen your channel. Liked and subbed! Well explained in a concise and clear manner. Thank you.

[@dwayneharris1438]

It's been awhile since I seen your content. It is also nice to get back to the basic.

[@Cienfuegos911]

Great, informative video my friend. Thank you for sharing the knowledge.

[@s.sagear6020]

Great video!

[@hashtagjustadad5110]

This video answered sooo many questions. Thank you.

[@Donkey550]

Another great video.

[@bluehorizon5149]

Thanks so much for the video.

[@juancromeroc]

Thank you Chris!

[@salehkambijo1849]

Welcome back ❤

[@miltw3]

New subscriber. This was a very helpful and succinct video! Thank you!

[@kenwhitman1055]

Nice video, clear and informative nice job young man

[@johnathanwilson3422]

You did a lot in a little time. Great work.

[@Mr.Grimble]

I'm still waiting for a solution to add/remove HDMI cables without scratching the back of the receiver 😉 Thanks for the video, Chris

[@ChrisMajestic]

I didn’t realize it was so bad 😂😂😂

[@ChrisMajestic]

This 100% comes from me blindly plugging in cables lol.

[@dioneaton8489]

HDCP. You cleared up a problem I was having with this. Thank you?

[@tomcoman7572]

I’m a complete newb & found this channel- dope page! My living room is wired for 7 ceiling speakers and time to make use! Anyone have recommendations to start me on my path?

[@mr.t361]

Good one. I have not seen the AC infinity Aircom before. I have their 2x fans but this is nice.

[@o.c.g.m9426]

Ok CM i see you. Losing weight on us on da low. Great job great video as always. Keep going. I guarantee in 3 yrs you gonna come on here, busting out ya t shirts 😂. I couldve used this video 2 yrs ago 😂. Im running a 7.2.6 Klipsch with Anthem 70 8K

[@neezuss]

This guy is official.

[@rfrancoi]

Thank you Sir. Very informative.

[@mk1mcqueen277]

Amazing video thanks if you do have a chance please do a video on how to get better bass from your subwoofers specially svs I run a svs 16 ultra pb thanks.

[@conductorquackers]

Just finished building mines. I went with a Denon x4800H & so far its a fantastic AVR. Love your videos brother! Keep up the awesome content

[@titan2793]

This was awesome. it's been years since I upgraded my receiver. going to watch how to buy a receiver and now I know how to hook everything up. keep up the good work.

[@rockroll9513]

Excellent.

[@benedk_david]

Very good video. Could you talk a bit more about the software, how can I use those softwares and how do those work together with the receiver?

[@wazup3333]

please make a video guide on how to combine two UST projectors and using a external video processor that can do image blending and tilling to create a cinemascope image. Also a video guide on if it's possible to use 3rd party mapping grid geometry software to correct a UST image thats projected on a wall that's not flat

[@BGCJ7509]

This was a great video. Im looking at building a theater system at home and stumbled across a Denon AVR-X2200W on Marketplace, did some youtubing, and found you. Thanks for the info looking to build a nice multi-room situation for the low. Any suggestions....

[@dejuanbennett1611]

Thanks for the great info, I have a question. When hooking up a mulityviewer will I still be able to listen when switching back and forth

[@davidmatheson7391]

Awesome content! So, I'm replacing my 79 watt Denon 5.2 S670BT with a90 watt S970H 7.2 so I can use my recently acquired Polk ES90 height speakers but the S970H doesn't have a Height Speaker labeled channel. Instead it has an assignable Surround Speaker. I can only assume the set-up menu will allow me to assign, or repurpose that channel for height speakers, amirite?

[@foyboy03]

Great breakdown video.

[@bigsiegee]

Have you done a video on electrical setup? I've just built a 6x12 shed (6x6 for theatre, the other 6x6 for a pool table and what not) and am about to wire it up. My end-game (years away) would be to have something similar to your mate's KRIX MX20 system with everything that goes along with it. Should I be running 10, 15 or 20 amps and where should I place all my power points.

[@aaragon6866]

Thanks for the video. Very helpful!

[@kevinkgpk]

Great video 💯! Question: can an old receiver be used as a amp? Pre-out?

[@albertgomez6855]

Love the video and now I know. About the ac infinity fan

[@elipolancojr3219]

Great video bro. I got a Denon S-760 for my living room. I have 5.1 setup and I have two outdoor speakers. Is there a way to setup to play music just for those two outdoor speakers? Thanks I can't find anything on this. Appreciate all the info on all the videos you put out.

[@charleshetrick3152]

Off topic from this video but I figured I’d ask for a $2K or less best DLP projector suggestion. All your vids are from a couple years ago so wondering what’s good now.

[@johnquinn8796]

I currently have my 4k amazon fire stick plugged into my 4k tv. Should I keep it there or plug it into my sony str-dh590 4k avr?

[@rotiesalley]

Thanks for the video. Would you recommend the ac infinity fan for a reciever that’s out on an open shelf? I’m running a Pioneer SC-09TX it’s a monster.

[@airdromeaccount7922]

Fantastic video. Subbed!

[@charlielazo3896]

I came to your video because recently I bought a home theater, but I'm unable to get the most out of its HDMI Arc connection because I want to use it with my gaming PC, I'm currently using toslink as the next best option and wouldn't like to spend much in a big receiver, is there an option you could recommend?

[@markhamrick6554]

Very helpful. Thank you.

[@ErkiDM1997]

Hey Chris, great channel. I have a question about older receivers. I got an older denon 7.1 receiver coming my way that supports up to dolby true HD. Now my question is if it's worth putting it in 5.1.2 with upfiring or sealing speakers or if I am better lf putti'g the speakers in a 7.1 configuration. I do wa't to upgrade kn the future but for now that's all I can afford but I do watch blu rays all the time so what would be my best pick, 5.1.2 or 7.1.

[@gadzooks215]

Great Video so helpful thanks

[@ermanali8325]

Hey Chris, great video as always! I actually have the exact same receiver as you and I was wondering if you could do a video or explain to me how to choose the correct audio. There are so many options and variations and I just want to make sure I am getting the best and purest sound from my sources! It’s overwhelming with options like music, direct, movie, game, pure, X etc. Thanks again and happy holidays!

[@juancromeroc]

Could you recommend a karaoke setting with AV receiver? I already have the mics, so I’m looking to replace my old home theater to include karaoke… much appreciated!

[@J4Berg]

Currently have a 5.2.2 setup but I have the speakers for a 7.2.4 setup but I need a amplifier to push power to some of the speakers. I have been looking at a 7 channel amp to push the LRC and surround channels and then use the receiver to power the height channels. I was leaning toward to the Emotiva BasX A7 or I see Monoprice has a new budget monolith the M7100x but apparently according to some it didn't test well and wasn't going to be released until the issues were fixed but now its on sale on their website. Do I forego the budget options and just save until I can get a higher tier amp. What are your thoughts?

[@johnathantaylor3199]

If I may ask, what are your speakers' brand and model???

[@J4Berg]

I have the Klipsch Reference R-625FA for left and right. R-52C center channel speaker. Surround Left Right and Surround Backs I have the Klipsch Reference R-41M. Rear atmos are the Klipsch Reference R-41SA and Subwoofers are the Klipsch R-12SW Reference Powered Subwoofer@@johnathantaylor3199

[@dotnetdevni]

Thanks u so much a almost forgot clearnance for me new rack arriving monday for the ac infity i have the denno AVR 2700

[@chuckdude4376]

Thank you, this was very helpful.

[@VolumedMusicMan]

Hi Chris, I like your sight! do you have a video on crossovers? I’m fascinated about that. Thanks.

[@bt1163]

Do you connect both optical and arc or just one ??

[@Cali_Soldado]

Thanks for the video! How loud are those fans? Just curious since I don't have a dedicated AV closet and instead opted for an AV media cabinet from BDI and would have this in my theater room. Not noticing any heat issues with my Onkyo RZ50 or my TW 8300 but I want them to live a long life.

[@ChrisMajestic]

They are very quiet. Especially at low speed

[@dustykerr8737]

Great video