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Sky-PS3-XBOX Sound and TV

Mon, Feb 18 2013, 2:09PM

ProfessorAS

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Hi all-

A bit of a Newbie here so any help advice is gratfully received.

I have an LG TV and my SkyHD Box, PS3, and XBOX360 are all connected via HDMI.

Picture on Blu-Rays, SkyHD and Games is all fine, and the sound comes out of the TV speakers.

However, I want to boost the sound so I get some sort of 5.1 effect as the TV speakers are . . . well, TV speakers.

I don't have a big room or budget, so I've been looking at things like a Soundbar, or even a 'computer-speakers' 5.1 system, as I really don't want to spend more than say, £200.

Is there something out there that will allow three devices to connect to it so that I get a 5.1 sound and the picture still gets to the TV without a mass of cables?

Thank you!

ProfAS

Mon, Feb 18 2013, 5:17PM

RobinKidderminster

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RE: Sky-PS3-XBOX Sound and TV

5.1 means 5 speakers & subwoofer. An all in one is possible for that kind of budget and second hand is possible where someone wants to upgrade. 2.1 is another option I guess. Others may suggest specifics

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Tue, Feb 19 2013, 2:42PM

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RE: Sky-PS3-XBOX Sound and TV

Have a look at the LG SR906, currently available for £199, has 3 HDMI ins, 1 Out and an optical in.

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Tue, Feb 19 2013, 5:45PM

ProfessorAS

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RE: Sky-PS3-XBOX Sound and TV

Thanks for that - I've looked it up on amazon and dropped it into my Wish List for possible purchase!

Can I just confirm the set up? I'd plug my Sky Box, PS3 and Xbox into the 3 HDMI In's - and then have 1 HDMI out into the TV which i guess shows the signal from which ever HMDI In is selected on the LG.

Thanks!