Home Theatre Help Required by a Newbie Fish

[Crazyfoo]

Hi folks,

I need some help with my home theatre.
When I bought it a year ago, the salesman who sold it to me, set it all up as part of the package.

First of all, here's the equipment:
TV: Samsung LN-S4696D
Blu-Ray: BD-P1000
Home Theatre in a Box: Onkyo HT-S790

So my problem is this:
The TV has 2 HDMI inputs which are both used.
One by the Blu-Ray player, and the second by the Bell HD PVR 9220.

My wife bought me a PS3 for Christmas and I would like to add it to the system via the HDMI output of the PS3.

Currently, I just remove the HDMI from the back of the BDP 1000, and connect it to the PS3, but it's becoming a pain in the arse.

Also, when the PS3 is connected, the sound doesn't come through the Home Theatre receiver, only the TV, whereas on the BDP 1000, it comes through the surround.

Anyway, sorry for posing this easy question, but it was so much easier back in the old days. lol
Also, and since I'm already asking question, I might as well ask this one too...
I've recently dug out my old video games out of the closet, PSX, N64, and I'm about to purchase a NES and SNES off EBay, how or what do I need to have them all connected?
Right now I have the PSX connected to the input which is at the left side of the TV.
The old standard 3 way connection, (yellow, red and white)
It would be very convenient if there was some switch box I could connect all the systems to.

Thanks again
Crazy

[molarkid]

As far as HDMI input problem, you could purchase a HDMI switcher. I had to because I have the Blu-ray player, Directv DVR, and a cable DVR to hook up on my Panasonic Plasma with only two inputs. I put the Blu-ray player into one input, and the switcher into the other with the two DVRs . I don't have a home theater setup yet, and I'm not sure how that will need to be hooked up. Right now though, the switcher works well.

[Crazyfoo]

Also, when you are replying to me, please assume I know nothing because that's really about how much I know)

Thanks again!

[molarkid]

Originally Posted by Crazyfoo

Also, when you are replying to me, please assume I know nothing because that's really about how much I know)

Thanks again!

I'm right with you! Until a month ago, I had no clue. This forum provides a wealth of information though!

[crackinhedz]

Originally Posted by Crazyfoo

First of all, here's the equipment:
TV: Samsung LN-S4696D
Blu-Ray: BD-P1000
Home Theatre in a Box: Onkyo HT-S790

Your HT-S790 is HDMI passthrough. Which means it does not support Multichannel PCM HDMI audio...in other words, Optical cable is the best audio connection for you.

Just to be sure...check this setting for me? Connect the PS3 to the Onkyo HT by HDMI cable, and go into the PS3 XMB:

Settings - Sound Settings - Audio Output Settings - HDMI

...Tell the PS3 to "automatically" set the audio output. You will get a screen that looks like this -



Tell me what you get? Anything higher than Linear PCM 2 Ch? (5.1 - 7.1)



The best solution to your situation would be to invest in a new HDMI receiver.

But if thats not an option I would then consider getting the HDMI switcher that molarkid mentioned. I have this exact same and it works just fine.


Also, because you have a standalone BD player and your receiver does have multichannel analog inputs...you may want to consider this set-up?

[Crazyfoo]

Hi!

Thanks for your help.
I will go try those things out just as soon as I get a chance.
I'm working now, but will reply once I get a opportunity.
I just didnt want you all thinking I didnt read or appreciate your posts.
I do, and will return later.

Thanks!
AJ

[Pellaeon]

"The best solution to your situation would be to invest in a new HDMI receiver."

Agreed 100% best purchase I have made has been a Receiver with 4 HDMI's. I do love my Pioneer 94 and..that 7.1 PCM rocks!

[crackinhedz]

Originally Posted by Pellaeon

I do love my Pioneer 94

Im jealous with envy.