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post #151 of 771
6/25/12 at 9:26pm
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Originally Posted by naamanf View Post

Late joiner to the NR3009 party. FYI I was able to get it from Best Buy for $1255.

Damn, that's it!? Did you get it online or in the store? Open box?

Sounds like a great price.
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post #152 of 771
6/26/12 at 5:30am
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Originally Posted by freeyayo50 View Post

Damn, that's it!? Did you get it online or in the store? Open box?
Sounds like a great price.

In store, brand new. I had them price match, I think you could probably get one a dollar above cost if you can find somewhere else selling it that cheap.
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post #153 of 771
6/26/12 at 11:52am
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Originally Posted by flint350 View Post

I finally added a pair of Height speakers to complete my 11.1 system and got a bit of a surprise during setup.  Apparently, when choosing the "both height/wide" setting, you must disconnect the back surrounds and connect the "wides" to the back surround outputs on the 3009.  Given the "speaker layout" button and how it works, I thought it would be a simple process of connecting all the speakers (knowing that only 9 can be driven at once) and then choosing from the 3 options for 9.1 - FW/BK SURR  FH/BK SURR  or both FW/FH with NO Bk SURR.  Not so.  You can choose from wide or height with backs but must actually disconnect and reconfigure to go Both Wide/Height.  What troubles me even more than this inconvenience, is that the onscreen setup says that when using Both Wide/Height, the Wides (most important of the 3) now derive their content from the Back Surround channel!  That seems counter-intuitive to me, but I could be missing something.  This sounds like the wide channel is now just a mix of back surround content vs. how it is accomplished with the dedicated wide connection.  Am I missing something? 

Perhaps a misinterpretation or poorly written GUI. AFAIK, the DSX audio is derived from the FL/FR speaker tracks and requires a center speaker as well.

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post #154 of 771
6/26/12 at 12:32pm
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Originally Posted by naamanf View Post

In store, brand new. I had them price match, I think you could probably get one a dollar above cost if you can find somewhere else selling it that cheap.

Priced matched!?!?

Who is selling this for $1,255?

The cheapest I've seen it at is Vanns for $1,319.88 + FREE shipping.

http://www.vanns.com/shop/servlet/item/features/538192240/onkyo-tx-nr3009?v_c=netelixir&ne_ppc_id=705&ne_key_id=13267025&ne_sadid=13274794367
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post #155 of 771
6/26/12 at 12:51pm
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Priced matched!?!?
Whow is selling this for $1,255?
The cheapest I've seen it at is Vanns for $1,319.88 + FREE shipping.
http://www.vanns.com/shop/servlet/item/features/538192240/onkyo-tx-nr3009?v_c=netelixir&ne_ppc_id=705&ne_key_id=13267025&ne_sadid=13274794367

Priced matched with Crutchfield. Penfed member 7% discount and another 10% discount on top. Wasn't sure it was going to fly, but they matched it. Would have actually been cheaper due to tax to get it from Crutchfield but easier to deal with a local Best Buy if there are issues and 60 day return/price match if it goes lower.
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post #156 of 771
6/26/12 at 12:57pm
How did you get a 10% discount on top of a 7% discount?

Sounds a little fishy to me. rolleyes.gif
Edited by coolcat4843 - 6/26/12 at 1:03pm
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post #157 of 771
6/26/12 at 1:19pm
Add a TV to your cart smile.gif
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post #158 of 771
6/26/12 at 1:40pm
Is anyone with a 3009 running four subwoofers?
If so, what's the best way to hook them up to get the best results with Sub EQ HT?
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post #159 of 771
6/26/12 at 1:41pm
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Priced matched!?!?
Whow is selling this for $1,255?
The cheapest I've seen it at is Vanns for $1,319.88 + FREE shipping.
http://www.vanns.com/shop/servlet/item/features/538192240/onkyo-tx-nr3009?v_c=netelixir&ne_ppc_id=705&ne_key_id=13267025&ne_sadid=13274794367

The Vanns price is actually a better deal, since there is no tax and the shipping is free. I think I may bite the bullet and pick one up at this price. Onecall.com also has it at $1,319 with free shipping.
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post #160 of 771
6/26/12 at 2:41pm
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Originally Posted by phisch View Post

The Vanns price is actually a better deal, since there is no tax and the shipping is free.
I think I may bite the bullet and pick one up at this price.

Don't you think the price will drop even more now that the 2012 models are out?
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post #161 of 771
6/26/12 at 3:26pm
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Don't you think the price will drop even more now that the 2012 models are out?

Not sure. This is the lowest I've seen for this unit new. I'm afraid if I wait too long they may begin to get scarce
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post #162 of 771
6/26/12 at 4:31pm
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Don't you think the price will drop even more now that the 2012 models are out?

With BB I have 60 day price guarantee so it should cover me if the price drops more.
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post #163 of 771
6/26/12 at 4:35pm
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Originally Posted by phisch View Post

Not sure. This is the lowest I've seen for this unit new. I'm afraid if I wait too long they may begin to get scarce

Strike while the irons hot.
$880.00 off the retail price, is a great deal!

Will you also order a cooling fan for your 3009?
http://www.amazon.com/Thermaltake-CLN0008-Massive23-Aluminum-Notebook/dp/B002JM1RKO
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post #164 of 771
6/26/12 at 5:12pm
How are you all dealing with no 12v trigger for zone 1 with a second amp?
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post #165 of 771
6/27/12 at 1:24pm
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Originally Posted by jdsmoothie View Post


Perhaps a misinterpretation or poorly written GUI. AFAIK, the DSX audio is derived from the FL/FR speaker tracks and requires a center speaker as well.
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I looked further into it and my interpretation is apparently correct.  If you choose to use BOTH wide and height, you need to make that specific choice in the Speaker Config menu, then the GUI will show that you now connect the Wides to the Back Surround outputs.  I have to assume that the signal sent to those outputs is properly decoded from the front.  However, this also means that I have to recalibrate the XT32 in that configuration, as there is no "memory" feature to save the previous configuration.  If they are going to make me change speaker connections, I think adding a memory function for the XT32 would have been nice in case you choose to switch back and forth depending on material.

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post #166 of 771
6/27/12 at 8:39pm
Looks like they announced the new high end receivers today. http://www.onkyousa.com/press_releases.cfm?id=267
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post #167 of 771
6/27/12 at 9:24pm
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Originally Posted by naamanf View Post

Looks like they announced the new high end receivers today. http://www.onkyousa.com/press_releases.cfm?id=267

Nothing seems that great to me to upgrade. I want to know more about the picture in picture feature though.
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post #168 of 771
6/28/12 at 2:40am
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Originally Posted by freeyayo50 View Post

Nothing seems that great to me to upgrade. I want to know more about the picture in picture feature though.

Onkyo Brings Picture-in-Picture Source Previews
to 2012 Receivers

Picture-in-picture isn't a new feature in and of itself. It's something that's been offered for a while and it makes TV viewing a much improved experience for some folks. Onkyo's new receivers will be offering something similar but much more interesting.

With their 2012 line of receivers you'll be able to use a feature called InstaPrevue to bring up a picture-in-picture view of any of your HDMI or MHL inputs. It's a nice addition that will certainly have a few really worthwhile uses.

The other new addition to Onkyo's receivers is MHL compatibility. MHL is the high def output used most often with phones and tablets and usually requires a converter to get to your TV.
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post #169 of 771
6/28/12 at 3:54pm
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Onkyo Brings Picture-in-Picture Source Previews
to 2012 Receivers
Picture-in-picture isn't a new feature in and of itself. It's something that's been offered for a while and it makes TV viewing a much improved experience for some folks. Onkyo's new receivers will be offering something similar but much more interesting.
With their 2012 line of receivers you'll be able to use a feature called InstaPrevue to bring up a picture-in-picture view of any of your HDMI or MHL inputs. It's a nice addition that will certainly have a few really worthwhile uses.
The other new addition to Onkyo's receivers is MHL compatibility. MHL is the high def output used most often with phones and tablets and usually requires a converter to get to your TV.

Thanks

View TV and PC side by side on screen would be GREAT! I hope some demos of the new features will be released.
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post #170 of 771
6/28/12 at 5:21pm
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Originally Posted by freeyayo50 View Post

Thanks
View TV and PC side by side on screen would be GREAT! I hope some demos of the new features will be released.

Keep checking youtube.com
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post #171 of 771
6/29/12 at 1:00pm
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Originally Posted by phisch View Post

This is the lowest I've seen for this unit new. I'm afraid if I wait too long they may begin to get scarce

Did you get your 3009 yet?
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post #172 of 771
7/2/12 at 9:01am
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Did you get your 3009 yet?

Not yet. Just checked Vann, 1onecall and the others, and the price is still the same. It would be nice if the price dropped another $100 or so.
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post #173 of 771
7/2/12 at 10:01am
It just may since the new AVRs are coming out. Give it another month.

I couldnt wait and needed to spend the 1500.
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post #174 of 771
7/4/12 at 7:03am
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Originally Posted by coolcat4843 View Post

Strike while the irons hot.
$880.00 off the retail price, is a great deal!
Will you also order a cooling fan for your 3009?
http://www.amazon.com/Thermaltake-CLN0008-Massive23-Aluminum-Notebook/dp/B002JM1RKO

Does the cooling fan lie flat or is it at an angle? Don't you need it to lie flat.
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post #175 of 771
7/4/12 at 12:33pm
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Originally Posted by dreaux View Post

Does the cooling fan lie flat or is it at an angle? Don't you need it to lie flat.

I don't know.
Got that link from another poster in this thread.

One thing I don't understand, with the heat the 3009 generates.
Why didn't Onkyo, place a couple of fans underneath the 3009, like they did for the 818 models? confused.gif
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post #176 of 771
7/10/12 at 6:13pm
so apparently there is a new update for our 3009 recievers on their website.


The 7/5/2012 update addresses the following:
1. Improves the operation when HDMI Through is set to on
2. Stabilizes the operation of Network Control
3. Corrects the video output when the Picture Mode is set to Through


not to much but i go to download the update and the zip file is called ONKAVR000A_HAHAHAHA00HA_108.zip

Im not sure why they they had to call it that, seems a little fishy from a legit website. What do you think?
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post #177 of 771
7/10/12 at 8:25pm
How do you disable the 3009's listening modes like THX cinema?

I just want to output strait Dolby true HD (source)> dolby True HD(output)
same for LPCM>LPCM

Is it the direct mode on the receiver?
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post #178 of 771
7/11/12 at 12:24am
press your Movie/TV button on the bottom of your remote just above the numbers until you see Dolby True HD. You can also go into your menu under listening mode preset and select a straight decode as default . Read the manual, it is your friend.
Edited by nismo604 - 7/11/12 at 12:34am
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post #179 of 771
7/11/12 at 8:25pm
What is the power rating for driving 5 ch from this AVR? I know 2 ch driven is 140 watts.
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post #180 of 771
7/12/12 at 8:36pm
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Originally Posted by shepjk26 View Post

checkout onecall.com for the best price.I returned an 818 due to lack of video processing on the sub hdmi out and picked up a 3009 to take its place.

The 818 doesn't do video processing for both HDMI outputs? The 3009 does video processing for both? I would really like this feature since I have a LED TV and a projector in the same room. Btw, both of my displays have the same resolution and take the same video signals. Thanks for any help.
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