What this means: A High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection handshake has failed when a source, an AVR, and a TV or other device try to verify protected content. The result can be a black screen, a blocked playback message, or reduced…
Modern A/V gear often runs warm during normal use. A receiver powers speakers, processes audio, and switches video sources, which creates a steady thermal load. That makes checking temperatures an important step for performance and longevity. Warm to the touch…
Quick fix first: many “No Signal” alerts are setup issues that you can resolve at home in minutes. Start by checking all connections, confirming the selected input, and restarting both television and the external box. These simple steps restore service…
This short guide lays out a safe, clear way for hooking active speakers into a home stereo system. Start by understanding that receiver speaker terminals output an amplified signal meant only for passive speaker loads. Key action: use a line-level…
Can I use an HDMI to Optical converter for older receivers? This guide answers that question clearly and helps you bridge classic gear with modern TVs. Many vintage amplifiers lack hdmi ports and can’t accept TV audio directly. That creates…
Seeing “Stereo” on the front panel can be confusing. A 5.1 track may be running, but the display often reports the input signal format rather than the processed output. That mismatch creates the core issue many users face. In simple…
Mixing up ports can kill picture and sound instantly. This short guide fixes that by showing which jack receives content and which sends it to your TV. You will learn how signal flow works and why ARC/eARC matters for modern…
This 2025 US-market roundup focuses on practical buying decisions for people building or upgrading a home theater. We look past hype to test real outcomes: stable hdmi switching, low-latency gaming support, reliable TV-to-receiver audio, and clear upgrade paths. Expect a…
Symptom: your television powers down but an AVR or soundbar stays on. This breaks the power sync that CEC is supposed to provide. Quick reality check: HDMI convenience works great when brands match, but mixed setups often show inconsistent power…
Deciding on the right port count starts with one clear question: will the AVR serve as the central hub for your TV or projector setup today and years from now? Modern receiver in this guide means an AV receiver that…
Goal: This short guide shows how to wire outdoor speaker pairs back to an indoor amp safely and with clear audio. Start with the power off and unplug the receiver before you touch any terminals. “Outside speakers” usually mean passive,…
HDMIoften handles both video and audio in one cable, but many living rooms still have gear from years past. Older receivers or sets may lack modern ports, a broken HDMI socket, or require a different audio path. That leaves owners…