Recieved another new toy today

Ford Freak · 02-11-2008, 01:21 PM

I recieved my Denon AVR-3808CI. I had an AVR-3805 before. The AVR-3805 is still a great AV reciever though. I wanted something that had HDMI too clean up some of the cable mess though. I am now using HDMI with my 360 and for sending the signal to the TV. I plan on getting an up-converting DVD player and/or stand alone HD-DVD player which will clean up the mess even more. My current DVD player doesn't have HDMI so I am using component.

It is in the process of updating the firmware right now. I'll run the auto setup after that. I'll then assign the connections once that is done. Pictures will be posted later.

fvbounty · 02-11-2008, 01:34 PM

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Sir Skully · 02-11-2008, 01:53 PM

Congrats on the new toy.........

Bampson · 02-11-2008, 03:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ford Freak

I recieved my Denon AVR-3808CI. I had an AVR-3805 before. The AVR-3805 is still a great AV reciever though. I wanted something that had HDMI too clean up some of the cable mess though. I am now using HDMI with my 360 and for sending the signal to the TV. I plan on getting an up-converting DVD player and/or stand alone HD-DVD player which will clean up the mess even more. My current DVD player doesn't have HDMI so I am using component.

It is in the process of updating the firmware right now. I'll run the auto setup after that. I'll then assign the connections once that is done. Pictures will be posted later.

Let me know what you think of any perceived sound quality improvements. I'm using a 3805 now and have been extremely happy with it.

The main reason I'm considering getting the 3808 is to take advantage of the new True HD and DTS-MA codecs on my HD-DVD player, and simplify connections with the HDMI interface.

If the overall sound quality is not much of a noticeable difference, I may simply wait for the next model due later this year or early next utilizing Dolby Volume.

Ford Freak · 02-11-2008, 07:50 PM

These aren't the best pictures. I had to take them from an angle to prevent glare from the flash.

Front - the new one is on the bottom:

Back - the new one is on the bottom again:

Remotes - 3805 version on the left and 3808CI versions are center and right:

TV and equipment:

Couch, surround speakers and other stuff:

Ford Freak · 02-11-2008, 07:56 PM

The remote that is still in the wrapper is for use in other zones. I was able to buy this for $1,119 after a 20% discount. I was thinking about getting one for a while and I couldn't pass up the deal. I'm not sure if I'll like the new remote. I'll have to use it a while before I make that decision. The one thing I don't like about it is all the s-video/rca connections. They could have added more optical inputs and component/HDMI connections and got rid of some of the old stuff.

fvbounty · 02-11-2008, 08:07 PM

Very Nice, enjoy.....

zsaz1029 · 02-12-2008, 01:08 AM

Awesome to see the old 8-bit NES there. Sweet.

02-11-2008, 01:21 PM	#1
Ford Freak warranty voider Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Valdosta, GA Posts: 3,823	Recieved another new toy today I recieved my Denon AVR-3808CI. I had an AVR-3805 before. The AVR-3805 is still a great AV reciever though. I wanted something that had HDMI too clean up some of the cable mess though. I am now using HDMI with my 360 and for sending the signal to the TV. I plan on getting an up-converting DVD player and/or stand alone HD-DVD player which will clean up the mess even more. My current DVD player doesn't have HDMI so I am using component. It is in the process of updating the firmware right now. I'll run the auto setup after that. I'll then assign the connections once that is done. Pictures will be posted later. __________________
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02-11-2008, 01:34 PM	#2
fvbounty Eat Wild Pacific Salmon Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Alameda Ca Posts: 5,179	Re: Recieved another new toy today Make sure you get your cables at Monoprice and save yourself some cash....they have 1.0 and 1.3 hdmi cables here's the link....Can't beat the cables!!!! MonoPrice.com - Best quality products at the lowest price MonoPrice.com - Best quality products at the lowest price __________________ New Gaming rig - Asus P5E3 Deluxe Wi-Fi - Intel QX9650 - CORSAIR TWIN3X2048-1600C7DHXIN 2GB PC3-12800 - 150 gig Raptor - 320 gig WD 3200YS - Corsair HX 620 watt PS - EVGA 512-P3-N841-A3 GeForce 8800GTS (G92) 512MB - AMD FX 55 - XP-90C & SilentCat 9 - Asus A8N-SLI with Swiftech MCX159 - 2X1024 Corsair 3500LLPro 2-3-2-6 1T - 2X BFG 6800GT OC Zalman VF700-CU - 1 WD 74 Gig Raptor boot - 1 Seagate 7200 sata data - Nec 3500A - Plextor 716AL Slot Loader - Enermax EG 701 AX 600 watt PS - Silverstone Temjin TJ03B case with side window - G7 lazer mouse - Cannon Pixma I8500 printer - Windows XP Pro SP2 Slipstreamed - Dell 2405FPW lcd * Please note: any advertising within this post has been placed there by the site owner and NOT by me! *
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02-11-2008, 01:53 PM	#3
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02-11-2008, 07:56 PM	#6
Ford Freak warranty voider Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Valdosta, GA Posts: 3,823	Re: Recieved another new toy today The remote that is still in the wrapper is for use in other zones. I was able to buy this for $1,119 after a 20% discount. I was thinking about getting one for a while and I couldn't pass up the deal. I'm not sure if I'll like the new remote. I'll have to use it a while before I make that decision. The one thing I don't like about it is all the s-video/rca connections. They could have added more optical inputs and component/HDMI connections and got rid of some of the old stuff. __________________
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02-11-2008, 08:07 PM	#7
fvbounty Eat Wild Pacific Salmon Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Alameda Ca Posts: 5,179	Re: Recieved another new toy today Very Nice, enjoy..... __________________ New Gaming rig - Asus P5E3 Deluxe Wi-Fi - Intel QX9650 - CORSAIR TWIN3X2048-1600C7DHXIN 2GB PC3-12800 - 150 gig Raptor - 320 gig WD 3200YS - Corsair HX 620 watt PS - EVGA 512-P3-N841-A3 GeForce 8800GTS (G92) 512MB - AMD FX 55 - XP-90C & SilentCat 9 - Asus A8N-SLI with Swiftech MCX159 - 2X1024 Corsair 3500LLPro 2-3-2-6 1T - 2X BFG 6800GT OC Zalman VF700-CU - 1 WD 74 Gig Raptor boot - 1 Seagate 7200 sata data - Nec 3500A - Plextor 716AL Slot Loader - Enermax EG 701 AX 600 watt PS - Silverstone Temjin TJ03B case with side window - G7 lazer mouse - Cannon Pixma I8500 printer - Windows XP Pro SP2 Slipstreamed - Dell 2405FPW lcd * Please note: any advertising within this post has been placed there by the site owner and NOT by me! *
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02-12-2008, 01:08 AM	#8
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