Can Firmware update this receiver to an Atmos sound?
1324235
No. Firmware is for a software update. Adding Atmos would most likely require additional hardware.
1791030
Is your receiver set for Dobly Digital or DTS only as opposed to auto-sense on that input?
92036
Yes this is a problem I am having with my new system as well, same make and model. I ordered a replacement the other day. Seems to be a problem with the receiver, I wrote about it in my review.
1706440
Better follow the setting recommended by Dolby and Onkyo. Because Onkyo 636 only can support up to 5.2.2 Atmos or 7.2 for legacy setup. The best location you can try, first move 2 surround back speakers to ceiling in the middle, , second , ceiling front , ceiling back. If you cannot mount on the ceiling, you can Atmos enabled upfiring speakers to echo off from your ceiling which is compromised plan.
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I'm in the same boat but my solution may not fit your situation. I'm looking to build a 5.1.2, 5.1.4, or 7.1.2 Atmos system. Note that I have not yet purchased speakers. One option I'm exploring is to use a pair of SHK-410 Atmos speakers on top of a pair of the 4800 towers, plus a center, surrounds and either 2 more atmos or two more surrounds. I asked Onkyo USA tech for advice. They recommended the SKS-HT870 7.1 speaker system, along with the SKH-410 Atmos enabled speakers. I may still do that though. Buy these and what they recommended, then sell off the "tall boy" towers from the set. I'm in the same boat but my solution may not fit your situation. I'm looking to build a 5.1.2, 5.1.4, or 7.1.2 Atmos system. Note that I have not yet purchased speakers. One option I'm exploring is to use a pair of SHK-410 Atmos speakers on top of a pair of the 4800 towers, plus a center, surrounds and either 2 more atmos or two more surrounds. I asked Onkyo USA tech for advice. They recommended the SKS-HT870 7.1 speaker system, along with the SKH-410 Atmos enabled speakers. I may still do that though. Buy these and what they recommended, then sell off the "tall boy" towers from... » Read More I'm in the same boat but my solution may not fit your situation. I'm looking to build a 5.1.2, 5.1.4, or 7.1.2 Atmos system. Note that I have not yet purchased speakers. One option I'm exploring is to use a pair of SHK-410 Atmos speakers on top of a pair of the 4800 towers, plus a center, surrounds and either 2 more atmos or two more surrounds. I asked Onkyo USA tech for advice. They recommended the SKS-HT870 7.1 speaker system, along with the SKH-410 Atmos enabled speakers. I may still do that though. Buy these and what they recommended, then sell off the "tall boy" towers from the set. « Show Less
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This was my biggest beef. For such an expensive item and in todays world we should be able to get firmware updates. I am not aware of any way to update the firmware. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I do own it despite my concern.
1073259
The 838 would operate in 5.1 channel plus one pair ceiling or height speakers when operating in Atmos. I have 9 speakers connected, upgraded to Atmos, and threw on the latest Transformers bluray recorded in Atmos....absolutely blew me away, made a decent movie amazing. Everyone who has heard the Atmos has been amazed, certainly seems to use all available speakers. Google onkyodolbyatmos.com for more info. I absolutely love this receiver, though I do not fully understand how it works....it really works.
2275752
I'm able to get zone 2 audio by setting inet radio as the source. From there I can access inet radio, pandora etc. without running separate analog audio cables
938923
Sure you can, with the right cables... adjust the volume on the receiver all the way down first, then check for a signal as you slowly turn the volume up.
2198064
You can get the Phottix Mitros+ transceiver flash. It is a flash, Odin transceiver, Odin receiver, Strato receiver all in one unit.
1947423
You must have a very late model, higher-end receiver with HDMI 1.3a to decode these new audio formats. Otherwise, via the optical port, you will continue to get regular DD or DTS.
2203474
Hello Joseph; this depends more on the current speaker setup in use on the receiver; as if you are using the SURR BACK speakers instead of HEIGHT speakers- this will affect the ability to use Dolby Atmos. We have recognized some customers being able to still use Dolby Atmos even when the content is not Dolby Atmos supported; but it should only show Dolby SURR in these incidences.
867042
I have the same problem! Did you get it worked out. If so HOW??? I wonder if my AV receiver is too old.
730296
In not sure. I have the T5K267 and I actually can not get it to sync back up for hear rate. any ideas?
1104098
You're right! I noticed this as well and notified RCA/Audiovox after the update and they promised to check the firmware. It *is* an issue that they need to address it. The AM radio (which actually is a good receiver as portables go) will appear broken to many if they do not! BTW, despite these little glitches, this is still a killer product IMO.
863007
Dolby 5.1., Dolby True HD, DTS, DTS HD-master audio, MP3, .WAV as well any analog audio. Does not support Dolby Atmos. Also supports Bluetooth.
1618836
yes you can, feature was added through firmware update atleast a month ago.