HK AVR 247\354 pass HD from PS3?

Robbieb87 · 10-25-2009, 02:58 PM

I am thinking of purchasing a Harman Kardon AVR 247 or 354 receiver. The main reason for this (other than my current receiver is out of date) is that my sony Bravia XBR television only has 1 HDMI input. So, in order to watch tv or Blue Ray movies (played on my PS3) I thought I could buy either of these receivers, plug my cable box and PS3 into it via HDMI cables then just run 1 cable from the receiver to my television. Then just change the input device on my receiver to view either source. however, I have read many threads with concerns about these receivers. One thing that was never crystal clear to me was, will the video passed through the receiver from either source be true 1080i or is it downgraded for some reason? My TV doesn't support 1080p.
Thanks for any info you may have.

**PFC5** · 10-26-2009, 07:13 PM

You might want to consider the Denon AVR1910 instead:

http://review.zdnet.com/product/av-r...g=content;col1

It has 4 HDMI inputs and decodes all HD audio soundtracks too.

Pycroft · 10-26-2009, 08:56 PM

Denon 1910 doesn't have Preouts and is more expensive (Than a refurb. HK at least)

**PFC5** · 10-28-2009, 01:08 AM

Your right. They seem to left preouts out of the receivers on the current models until you get to the 3310 model.

Of course for most people this is not needed unless they want to connect a separate amp to it, but for me with my main tower speakers with built in powered subs I need the pre-outs for full use of the subs in stereo for music and stereo bass on movies.

I guess when I look at mid-range receivers going forward i will have to confirm they have preouts for my use and likely I will be back to Yamaha for my next receiver to get them in the mid-priced range. For most people this is not needed but it IS for me.

10-25-2009, 02:58 PM	#1
Robbieb87 What is HD? Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 1	HK AVR 247\354 pass HD from PS3? I am thinking of purchasing a Harman Kardon AVR 247 or 354 receiver. The main reason for this (other than my current receiver is out of date) is that my sony Bravia XBR television only has 1 HDMI input. So, in order to watch tv or Blue Ray movies (played on my PS3) I thought I could buy either of these receivers, plug my cable box and PS3 into it via HDMI cables then just run 1 cable from the receiver to my television. Then just change the input device on my receiver to view either source. however, I have read many threads with concerns about these receivers. One thing that was never crystal clear to me was, will the video passed through the receiver from either source be true 1080i or is it downgraded for some reason? My TV doesn't support 1080p. Thanks for any info you may have.

10-26-2009, 07:13 PM	#2
PFC5 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 28,390	You might want to consider the Denon AVR1910 instead: http://review.zdnet.com/product/av-r...g=content;col1 It has 4 HDMI inputs and decodes all HD audio soundtracks too. __________________ Denon AVR-887 Klipsch RP-5 Pwred Towers (mains) (525 watts peak each 12"Subs) All Klipsch RC-25(ctr),(2)SS1(surr),(2)SS1(rearSurr) Toshiba (2)HD-A20,PS3,BD35 For SACD/DVD-A Samsung HD-841 Panny 50pz80u plasma SETTINGS RCA HD50LPW162 50"DLP w/HD2+ SA 3250HD 47" LCD+Yamaha5790+HD-A1(bedroom) Harmony 680 + (2) 670s (amazing remote/support) Game room with Onkyo receiver & B&W Speakers The_Cable_Game Take the high ground and be happier

10-28-2009, 01:08 AM	#4
PFC5 Super Moderator Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 28,390	Your right. They seem to left preouts out of the receivers on the current models until you get to the 3310 model. Of course for most people this is not needed unless they want to connect a separate amp to it, but for me with my main tower speakers with built in powered subs I need the pre-outs for full use of the subs in stereo for music and stereo bass on movies. I guess when I look at mid-range receivers going forward i will have to confirm they have preouts for my use and likely I will be back to Yamaha for my next receiver to get them in the mid-priced range. For most people this is not needed but it IS for me. __________________ Denon AVR-887 Klipsch RP-5 Pwred Towers (mains) (525 watts peak each 12"Subs) All Klipsch RC-25(ctr),(2)SS1(surr),(2)SS1(rearSurr) Toshiba (2)HD-A20,PS3,BD35 For SACD/DVD-A Samsung HD-841 Panny 50pz80u plasma SETTINGS RCA HD50LPW162 50"DLP w/HD2+ SA 3250HD 47" LCD+Yamaha5790+HD-A1(bedroom) Harmony 680 + (2) 670s (amazing remote/support) Game room with Onkyo receiver & B&W Speakers The_Cable_Game Take the high ground and be happier

10-26-2009, 08:56 PM	#3
Pycroft High Definition is the definition of life. Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 227	Denon 1910 doesn't have Preouts and is more expensive (Than a refurb. HK at least)