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A few weeks back my home was hit by a lightning-induced power-surge. A 32" Analong CRT and AE700u projector were hit. The CRT would not power on at all and the AE700u would not accept an HDMI or Component Video signal. Both were deemed BER by the repair shop (surprising on the projector) and my homeowners insurance company cut me a check. I replaced the projector with an AX200u and the CRT with a 37" Vizio LCD. Both are great.
At the time I filed the claim I assumed the 82TXs was not damaged because it was still processing audio over HDMI just fine. When I hooked the projector up Saturday night it turns out the HDMI video processing/switching no longer works. I guess the surge came in through the projector, hit it's HDMI board, traveled along the HDMI cable, and knocked out the 82TXs' HDMI video circuitry (though while leaving the HDMI audio circuitry intact). I've contacted my homeowners insurance to amend my initial claim and will be setting up a repair estimate for the receiver. I assume it will be repairable, but if not, buying new gear is always fun.
So... if the 82TXs is BER, what should I replace it with? I'm assuming around $1k from the insurance company since my deductible has already been met for this incident. I'm not married to Pioneer Elite. I'm powering Swans Diva 6.1 mains, 2.1 surrounds, and C3 center. I need atleast 3 HDMI inputs (BD, HD, and TivoHD).
I'm leaning towards the Onkyo SR805 as a refurb for around $550. The power and HDMI implementation impress me, but I'm somewhat worried about heat as there will only be around 1" above the receiver, but open on all sides. The difference between budget and cost is also nice
The 92TXH would also be within budget and the most logical direct replacement but the SR805 seems to be a much better value. I've read the 92TXH vs. SR805 thread in-depth and it really seems to be a preference with the SR805 being the better value if you don't have any issues.
I'm also considering the Pioneer 1018H. It looks to be a good value, though its street price hasn't come down any since it hasn't been out very long. I could probably get it for around $525-$550 from my local Pioneer dealer. It has everything I need, but does it have the power to drive the Swans well for only HT? Would it be any less powerful than the 82TXs?
Any other suggestions? I'll consider anything under or around $1k but don't want to go above whatever the insurance pays. I'm mainly looking for the best value for pure HT... so far the SR805 seems tough to beat, though with some caveats for reliability/heat-dissipation.
At the time I filed the claim I assumed the 82TXs was not damaged because it was still processing audio over HDMI just fine. When I hooked the projector up Saturday night it turns out the HDMI video processing/switching no longer works. I guess the surge came in through the projector, hit it's HDMI board, traveled along the HDMI cable, and knocked out the 82TXs' HDMI video circuitry (though while leaving the HDMI audio circuitry intact). I've contacted my homeowners insurance to amend my initial claim and will be setting up a repair estimate for the receiver. I assume it will be repairable, but if not, buying new gear is always fun.
So... if the 82TXs is BER, what should I replace it with? I'm assuming around $1k from the insurance company since my deductible has already been met for this incident. I'm not married to Pioneer Elite. I'm powering Swans Diva 6.1 mains, 2.1 surrounds, and C3 center. I need atleast 3 HDMI inputs (BD, HD, and TivoHD).
I'm leaning towards the Onkyo SR805 as a refurb for around $550. The power and HDMI implementation impress me, but I'm somewhat worried about heat as there will only be around 1" above the receiver, but open on all sides. The difference between budget and cost is also nice
The 92TXH would also be within budget and the most logical direct replacement but the SR805 seems to be a much better value. I've read the 92TXH vs. SR805 thread in-depth and it really seems to be a preference with the SR805 being the better value if you don't have any issues.
I'm also considering the Pioneer 1018H. It looks to be a good value, though its street price hasn't come down any since it hasn't been out very long. I could probably get it for around $525-$550 from my local Pioneer dealer. It has everything I need, but does it have the power to drive the Swans well for only HT? Would it be any less powerful than the 82TXs?
Any other suggestions? I'll consider anything under or around $1k but don't want to go above whatever the insurance pays. I'm mainly looking for the best value for pure HT... so far the SR805 seems tough to beat, though with some caveats for reliability/heat-dissipation.