YSP-2200
Hi,
Sent you a PM last nite (did that instead of posting it here becos forum "rules" indicates that I don't have enough postings to post images/links) but yet to receive a reply so far. Not sure if you received it so decided to post it here instead (but without the link since I don't qualify to do so).
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Due to constraints such as placement of furniture & not wanting to run wires across the living room, I'm looking for a soundbar/projector instead of a amp + 5.1/7.1 system & YSP-2200 seems like a good candidate. But I've a few queries/clarifications before making a decision.
I've included a link to my floorplan for easy reference ->
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1) Understand that YSP-2200 works by bouncing sound off walls/hard surfaces. Given the layout of my living/dining area, would I still be able to achieve a 5.1/7.1 effect?
2) With reference to the size of my living/dining area, is the output from the YSP-2200 powerful enough (not necc to the dining area or back of the whole area but at least to the sofa area)? Preferably I hope not to have to raise the vol to more than 1/2 or 2/3 of the max vol.
3) Had a quick listen to the unit @BD but found the subwoofer too underwhelming (no punch & I am less than 2m away). Am worried that the 100W subwoofer might not be powerful enough for my living area. Understand that the subwoofer is a passive one & the connection to it is via speaker-level outputs. Can I connect a powered-subwoofer (Yahama or others) to the unit? If yes, what kind of connections should the powered-subwoofer have?
4) With the unit, I'd be connecting my TV to it via its HDMI out & other devices (BD player/PS3/HD Set-Top Box) to it via HDMI in. Does it support HDMI passthru ie I am able to receive video & audio signals from the above-mentioned devices via the HDMI out without turning on the unit?
Finally do you do demo personally? Reason I asked is becos the promoter I spoke with isn't exactly very knowledgeable (not sure if he's a Yamaha promoter as his vest only says "Promoter"). Therefore not very convinced by some of his answers. So if you do, perhaps I can arrange for a demo. This way I can also ask other questions that might arise after it.
Looking forward to your quick reply!
PS: Hope you can access the link to my floor plan that I included in my PM. If not perhaps you can PM me your email addr so that I can send either the link/file to you directly.