Short on time? This intro tells you why the display shows PROTECTED and why the unit shuts off during 4K Blu‑ray play or streaming music at moderate volume. The most common causes are shorted speaker wiring and overheating from blocked…
Goal: Help U.S. home theater owners decide if canned air is appropriate and show safer, effective ways to manage heat in audio video setups. Electronics hate heat. A typical AVR or separate amp warms from the power supply, amplifier stages,…
This short guide explains what that flashing message means and how to get sound back at home fast. UE22 often appears after a failed firmware update. If you did not start an update, a universal remote or a wrong button…
Quick overview: This guide explains how the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC/eARC) works with STR-DH series gear and why TV audio might not route to your speakers. You will get fast checks, core settings, and simple fixes. Start by using…
Short answer: Yes—intermittent or poor electrical contact can make an amp or receiver switch into protect mode to prevent damage. Protective circuits watch temperature, current, impedance, and input volts. If a connection looks like a short or an unstable load,…
Want to stream music or use wireless headphones without replacing your vintage stereo receiver? This short guide shows two clear ways to add wireless convenience to your home audio system. One method brings audio into the receiver from a phone…
This short guide answers the core question and explains what that message means, why it appears, and how to stop the shutdown cycle without risking your audio system. Start safe: cut power correctly and protect your speakers during checks. These…
Quick summary: This intro explains common causes behind failure to discover a streamer on a home setup and gives a clear path to fast fixes. A user reported that radio played fine, yet favorite tracks froze after a few seconds.…
This short guide explains what that overload warning means and how to approach the issue without risking gear damage. Start safe: an overload light often flags stress inside the amp when output climbs. Common triggers include speaker impedance mismatch, loose…
Quick fixes for sound-without-visuals start with simple checks. Confirm the TV input matches the source and verify receiver input mapping. Reseat the hdmi cable and try a different port to rule out a faulty connector. Power cycle the set-top box,…
Quick overview: A common scenario is a DirecTV receiver that sees the Spectrum SSID but fails after the password is entered. The menu may show Network service with “no network service available.” This signals several likely causes. The most frequent…
Feeling a tingle on metal edges or the case of a vintage receiver can be alarming. Forum posts mention Kenwood and other classic units that buzz at vents or screws when powered. This sensation often stems from slight leakage through…