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how to connect 5.1 channel analog speakers to my computer?
my computer is having three ports for sound: line in , line out , and mic.
and the speakers have three pins to be plugged(require three outputs )
i connected the woofer pin the mic point, and the other two pins in line in and line out respectively.
selected 5.1 configuration from the control panel.
when i played mp3 files my speaker system played like a 2.1 , i.e. the three satellite speakers were not working.
i have a creative 5.1 sbs speaker system.
Answer
I can easily see that your computer (MB or sound card) is not compatible with the speaker you use.
And I can also see that your speakers are not true 5.1. Because to have true 5.1 you need total 6 connections. Those are 1. LFE (subwofer) 2. Center 3. Front Left 4. Front Right. 5. Back Left 6. Back right.
If speaker has 3 sockets, and one is LFE then other two are front stereo and rear stereo, it does not have a center, or may be mono rear. And in such cases it requires compatible outputs on the PC side.
Old sound cards only provide 3 socket for Mic (MICROPHONE) and Line-in (Analog stereo INPUT) and Line-out (Analog stereo OUTPUT).
In some cases sound chip supports 5.1 or 6.1 audio, but it only means it can decode, you still have single stereo output on the back. Some time they provide a special socket or USB port to transport 5.1 from sound card to speakers.
You need 5.1 analog outputs on the computer side, therefore a true 5.1 sound card.
You CANNOT connect woofer input to the mic socket. That's insane beside it does not work. Using input sockets wont work.
I can easily see that your computer (MB or sound card) is not compatible with the speaker you use.
And I can also see that your speakers are not true 5.1. Because to have true 5.1 you need total 6 connections. Those are 1. LFE (subwofer) 2. Center 3. Front Left 4. Front Right. 5. Back Left 6. Back right.
If speaker has 3 sockets, and one is LFE then other two are front stereo and rear stereo, it does not have a center, or may be mono rear. And in such cases it requires compatible outputs on the PC side.
Old sound cards only provide 3 socket for Mic (MICROPHONE) and Line-in (Analog stereo INPUT) and Line-out (Analog stereo OUTPUT).
In some cases sound chip supports 5.1 or 6.1 audio, but it only means it can decode, you still have single stereo output on the back. Some time they provide a special socket or USB port to transport 5.1 from sound card to speakers.
You need 5.1 analog outputs on the computer side, therefore a true 5.1 sound card.
You CANNOT connect woofer input to the mic socket. That's insane beside it does not work. Using input sockets wont work.
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Where can I find reviews and opinions online for Sony BDVE300 5 1-Channel High-Definition Blu-ray Disc Player DVD Disc Home theater System
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Sony BDVE300 5.1-Channel High-Definition Blu-ray Disc Player/DVD Disc Home theater System (Black)
List Price: $599.99
34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent value for the price, August 21, 2009
By John P. Miguez "jmig" (Louisiana, USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
I bought the BDVE300 to go with a Sony 52Z5100 HDTV that I also bought from Amazon. I bought it mainly because I wanted to match the two items for both esthetic and practical reasons. The black speakers match the TV perfectly. I can also control both with one controller and easily run the TV sound through the HTS.
I am not an audiophile. So I didn't try to compare technical specs. This review is strictly subjective (in part to counter the one above) and is based on what I have heard while using the system with the TV.
The room in which the TV is located in is a 20 X 20 den/family room with a connecting dining area and kitchen. The entire area is open. It has wooden floors with a single oval area rug in front of the fireplace and TV.
I found the sound to be exceptionally clear and clean, without distortion or unevenness. I can tell a definite difference between the TV speakers and the BDV300 speakers. The BDV300 sound seems more spacious. It fills the room without blowing you away. The sound has more fullness to it than the TV speakers.
I have not tried it at full volume. I have never felt the need to do so. I have watched two musical DVDs, a Mary Chapin Carpenter concert and the 10th anniversary recording of Les Miserables. In both cases the music sounded beautiful and clear. You could hear all of nuances of the voices and the words of the songs were distinct and clear.
If you want strong bass that shakes the room, I am not sure this is the system for you. The bass is there but it is blended in with the other sounds. I am sure I can adjust it for greater effect. However, I am currently running the system at default values.
As for the lack of an S-air wireless cartridge, as mentioned by the reviewer above. It is true you have to buy it separately. However, everything I read about the system stated this plainly up front. If you need this feature it is available as an option. In researching this system I found this individual posted the same opinion on every web site he could find. I don't think his opinion was a fair assessment of the system's capabilities.
I found the set up to be rather easy. The instructions show various options on installing it alone with the TV or with a cable/SAT box or with an external DVD, etc. With the external mic it took about one minute to calibrate and maybe 15 mins. to connect the wires.
Be aware that Sony uses a proprietary plug on the DVD/Radio/Amp end of the system. The speaker end is a simple pinch type terminal. There is a FM & AM receiver as part of the system. I have not tried them yet. The DVD/CD/Blue ray player worked fine.
The bottom line is: The BDVE300 does everything Sony says it does. If you are looking for something to enhance your TV experience and play CDs with good clear sound, this system will do it well. For the price, I think it is an excellent value. I found no "gotchas" or "I can't believe they did this". So I gave it a rating of 5. I am very pleased with my purchase.
John
Sony BDVE300 5.1-Channel High-Definition Blu-ray Disc Player/DVD Disc Home theater System (Black)
List Price: $599.99
34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent value for the price, August 21, 2009
By John P. Miguez "jmig" (Louisiana, USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
I bought the BDVE300 to go with a Sony 52Z5100 HDTV that I also bought from Amazon. I bought it mainly because I wanted to match the two items for both esthetic and practical reasons. The black speakers match the TV perfectly. I can also control both with one controller and easily run the TV sound through the HTS.
I am not an audiophile. So I didn't try to compare technical specs. This review is strictly subjective (in part to counter the one above) and is based on what I have heard while using the system with the TV.
The room in which the TV is located in is a 20 X 20 den/family room with a connecting dining area and kitchen. The entire area is open. It has wooden floors with a single oval area rug in front of the fireplace and TV.
I found the sound to be exceptionally clear and clean, without distortion or unevenness. I can tell a definite difference between the TV speakers and the BDV300 speakers. The BDV300 sound seems more spacious. It fills the room without blowing you away. The sound has more fullness to it than the TV speakers.
I have not tried it at full volume. I have never felt the need to do so. I have watched two musical DVDs, a Mary Chapin Carpenter concert and the 10th anniversary recording of Les Miserables. In both cases the music sounded beautiful and clear. You could hear all of nuances of the voices and the words of the songs were distinct and clear.
If you want strong bass that shakes the room, I am not sure this is the system for you. The bass is there but it is blended in with the other sounds. I am sure I can adjust it for greater effect. However, I am currently running the system at default values.
As for the lack of an S-air wireless cartridge, as mentioned by the reviewer above. It is true you have to buy it separately. However, everything I read about the system stated this plainly up front. If you need this feature it is available as an option. In researching this system I found this individual posted the same opinion on every web site he could find. I don't think his opinion was a fair assessment of the system's capabilities.
I found the set up to be rather easy. The instructions show various options on installing it alone with the TV or with a cable/SAT box or with an external DVD, etc. With the external mic it took about one minute to calibrate and maybe 15 mins. to connect the wires.
Be aware that Sony uses a proprietary plug on the DVD/Radio/Amp end of the system. The speaker end is a simple pinch type terminal. There is a FM & AM receiver as part of the system. I have not tried them yet. The DVD/CD/Blue ray player worked fine.
The bottom line is: The BDVE300 does everything Sony says it does. If you are looking for something to enhance your TV experience and play CDs with good clear sound, this system will do it well. For the price, I think it is an excellent value. I found no "gotchas" or "I can't believe they did this". So I gave it a rating of 5. I am very pleased with my purchase.
John
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