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I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the
speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. I'd appreciate info on present set-ups(sound cards & speakers) and any recommedations on what I'd need. Thanks. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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"Searcher7" wrote in ...
I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. I'd appreciate info on present set-ups(sound cards & speakers) and any recommedations on what I'd need. Assuming you have an unused stereo line-level input remaining on your stereo system, it should take nothing more than an inexpensive cable to connect between the line output of the comptuer (likely a lime-green jack) and one of the inputs on the back of your stereo. You likely need a 3.5mm stereo mini-phone plug on the computer end, and two (left & right) RCA plugs on the stereo end. If you pay more than $5 for something like this, you are being ripped off. Then to listen to your computer, you would switch the source of yoru stereo to the input you used. It is a simple process and thousands of people do this kind of thing all the time. |
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"Searcher7" wrote in message ... I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. Aaaaaggghhh, if only you'd spent the $8 more and got the model LBT-D251 stereo then you could do it easily, but the LBT-D250 cannot without an expensive aftermarket converter. I'd sell you mine, but they've been out of production for some time and command quite a high price these days. No one listens to their computer music through their stereo, it's jut not possible. Audio signal in your computer speakers is completely different than the audio signal in your stereo speakers. You can see the difference if you look closely at the speakers themselves. The stereo speakers have some round plastic or paper driver cones, two input wires labelled + and -, whereas your computer speakers... what the ????... they're THE SAME, MORON. Next time before you ask a question which has been asked 10 FRIGGIN MILLION TIMES just in this newsgroup alone, why don't you try spending 1 minute doing a google search instead of wasting someone's time who otherwise might be dispensing valuable advice NOT readily ascertainable by a TRAINED MONKEY? I typed "play computer through stereo" and got 299,000+ hits, the first one entitled "How can I play the music on my computer through my stereo?" People in this group are very generous with their knowledge, but posts like yours just show that you're either too lazy to put the slightest effort into solving your own problem. |
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On Feb 18, 6:48*pm, "Dave" wrote:
"Searcher7" wrote in message ... I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. Aaaaaggghhh, if only you'd spent the $8 more and got the model LBT-D251 stereo then you could do it easily, but the LBT-D250 cannot without an expensive aftermarket converter. *I'd sell you mine, but they've been out of production for some time and command quite a high price these days. No one listens to their computer music through their stereo, it's jut not possible. *Audio signal in your computer speakers is completely different than the audio signal in your stereo speakers. *You can see the difference if you look closely at the speakers themselves. *The stereo speakers have some round plastic or paper driver cones, two input wires labelled + and -, whereas your computer speakers... what the ????... they're THE SAME, MORON.. Next time before you ask a question which has been asked 10 FRIGGIN MILLION TIMES just in this newsgroup alone, why don't you try spending 1 minute doing a google search instead of wasting someone's time who otherwise might be dispensing valuable advice NOT readily ascertainable by a TRAINED MONKEY? I typed "play computer through stereo" and got 299,000+ hits, the first one entitled "How can I play the music on my computer through my stereo?" People in this group are very generous with their knowledge, but posts like yours just show that you're either too lazy to put the slightest effort into solving your own problem. Hey Dick -um, I mean Dave. First, I put "Stereo speakers" + "computer" in this newsgroup's search field. And got back 90 hits and went all the way to the end of them before I posted my question, which you were obviously to stupid to understand. Yes, I read about the need for shielded speakers, or to keep them far from the monitor. I read about needng am amplifier to power the speakers, due to the conventional sound card's power limitations. And I read about a few other things. But I didn't ask if it was possible to hear audio from my PC through my stereo system. I asked about switching between(as in back and forth) my stereo and computer.(I'm trying to find a way to do this without unplugging and plugging in wires whenever I want to hear audio from a different device, and I was hoping that perhaps some had done it before). I actually would like this option of using only a single speaker set to listen to audio from TV stereo, computer, ect., but wanted to keep the question simple. I listed my particular hardware because I didn't know if by chance something might have to be changed due to limits. Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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Searcher7 wrote:
On Feb 18, 6:48 pm, "Dave" wrote: "Searcher7" wrote in message ... I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. Aaaaaggghhh, if only you'd spent the $8 more and got the model LBT-D251 stereo then you could do it easily, but the LBT-D250 cannot without an expensive aftermarket converter. I'd sell you mine, but they've been out of production for some time and command quite a high price these days. No one listens to their computer music through their stereo, it's jut not possible. Audio signal in your computer speakers is completely different than the audio signal in your stereo speakers. You can see the difference if you look closely at the speakers themselves. The stereo speakers have some round plastic or paper driver cones, two input wires labelled + and -, whereas your computer speakers... what the ????... they're THE SAME, MORON. Next time before you ask a question which has been asked 10 FRIGGIN MILLION TIMES just in this newsgroup alone, why don't you try spending 1 minute doing a google search instead of wasting someone's time who otherwise might be dispensing valuable advice NOT readily ascertainable by a TRAINED MONKEY? I typed "play computer through stereo" and got 299,000+ hits, the first one entitled "How can I play the music on my computer through my stereo?" People in this group are very generous with their knowledge, but posts like yours just show that you're either too lazy to put the slightest effort into solving your own problem. Hey Dick -um, I mean Dave. First, I put "Stereo speakers" + "computer" in this newsgroup's search field. And got back 90 hits and went all the way to the end of them before I posted my question, which you were obviously to stupid to understand. Yes, I read about the need for shielded speakers, or to keep them far from the monitor. I read about needng am amplifier to power the speakers, due to the conventional sound card's power limitations. And I read about a few other things. But I didn't ask if it was possible to hear audio from my PC through my stereo system. I asked about switching between(as in back and forth) my stereo and computer.(I'm trying to find a way to do this without unplugging and plugging in wires whenever I want to hear audio from a different device, and I was hoping that perhaps some had done it before). I actually would like this option of using only a single speaker set to listen to audio from TV stereo, computer, ect., but wanted to keep the question simple. I listed my particular hardware because I didn't know if by chance something might have to be changed due to limits. Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. While I'll agree that Dave could have been nicer..... What is the difference between listening to 'audio from [your] pc through [your] stereo system', and listening to your pc through your stereo speakers? Why would you do anything but hook up the sound card output to your stereo input and be done with it? There would be no wires to change, no equipment to add except for one connecting cable. Once it was attached, all you would have to do the switch the 'speakers' from 'whatever' (tape, cd, dvd, fm etc) source and your pc would be a simple flip of the switch. If you don't actually have an unused input on the stereo, that could be a problem. Depends on the stereo. jak |
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Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Actually, I am not ignorant, nor are you. What you are is lazy. Your grammar suggests a level of education which SHOULD allow you to use your BRAIN to figure simple **** like this out. Do you think only people who have completed a two-year diploma in "hooking PC's up to stereos" run into situations such as yours? Fer Chrissakes, if the world depended on people like you for technical innovation we'd all still have dirt floors in our caves. Do you have to hook up wires every time you switch from your CD player to the radio on your stereo? No? How can that be? Actually the real question is: how can that be any differnt than what you propose to do? How, exactly, is a soundcard's output any different than a tuner, a phonograph, a cd/dvd player, an ipod, a microphone, or a radiotelescope pointed at Uranus? If you want to be real flashy and wireless-like, you can buy a product which communicates via TCP/IP over a wireless network called a SqueezeBox (brand name, there are others). If you've got a wireless network in your home, you just attach this little box to one of your stereo's unused inputs and your PC can beam music to it wirelessly... it displays the same info as satellite radio, song, band, time remaining/elapsed, etc. on a nifty blue display. There's one coming out that's made by BlackBerry which uses bluetooth so you don't even need the wireless network, just a bluetooth-enabled PC/laptop/digital music device. It's tiny, something like 2" x 2". USE. YOUR. BRAIN. Dave |
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On Feb 19, 12:00*am, jakdedert wrote:
Searcher7wrote: On Feb 18, 6:48 pm, "Dave" wrote: "Searcher7" wrote in message .... I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. Aaaaaggghhh, if only you'd spent the $8 more and got the model LBT-D251 stereo then you could do it easily, but the LBT-D250 cannot without an expensive aftermarket converter. *I'd sell you mine, but they've been out of production for some time and command quite a high price these days. No one listens to their computer music through their stereo, it's jut not possible. *Audio signal in your computer speakers is completely different than the audio signal in your stereo speakers. *You can see the difference if you look closely at the speakers themselves. *The stereo speakers have some round plastic or paper driver cones, two input wires labelled + and -, whereas your computer speakers... what the ????... they're THE SAME, MORON. Next time before you ask a question which has been asked 10 FRIGGIN MILLION TIMES just in this newsgroup alone, why don't you try spending 1 minute doing a google search instead of wasting someone's time who otherwise might be dispensing valuable advice NOT readily ascertainable by a TRAINED MONKEY? I typed "play computer through stereo" and got 299,000+ hits, the first one entitled "How can I play the music on my computer through my stereo?" People in this group are very generous with their knowledge, but posts like yours just show that you're either too lazy to put the slightest effort into solving your own problem. Hey Dick -um, I mean Dave. First, I put "Stereo speakers" + "computer" in this newsgroup's search field. And got back 90 hits and went all the way to the end of them before I posted my question, which you were obviously to stupid to understand. Yes, I read about the need for shielded speakers, or to keep them far from the monitor. I read about needng am amplifier to power the speakers, due to the conventional sound card's power limitations. And I read about a few other things. But I didn't ask if it was possible to hear audio from my PC through my stereo system. I asked about switching between(as in back and forth) my stereo and computer.(I'm trying to find a way to do this without unplugging and plugging in wires whenever I want to hear audio from a different device, and I was hoping that perhaps some had done it before). I actually would like this option of using only a single speaker set to listen to audio from TV stereo, computer, ect., but wanted to keep the question simple. I listed my particular hardware because I didn't know if by chance something might have to be changed due to limits. Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. While I'll agree that Dave could have been nicer..... What is the difference between listening to 'audio from [your] pc through [your] stereo system', and listening to your pc through your stereo speakers? *Why would you do anything but hook up the sound card output to your stereo input and be done with it? *There would be no wires to change, no equipment to add except for one connecting cable. Once it was attached, all you would have to do the switch the 'speakers' from 'whatever' (tape, cd, dvd, fm etc) source and your pc would be a simple flip of the switch. If you don't actually have an unused input on the stereo, that could be a problem. *Depends on the stereo. jak- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - I asked for present hardware set ups for a reason. What I want may not be possible with what I have. I listed the hardware I have because the stereo only has phono inputs which I read are for low level signals only and will overload severely and can damage the unit if I plug in anything but a turntable with a magnetic phono cartidge.(If there is a work around I'd appreciate it. If not, then I guess there is nothing I can do). And to clarify what I want to be able to do. I want to have the option of switching back and forth between listening to audio from my pc and audio from my stereo sytem.(without having to pull my computer desk and stereo system out from the wall to unplug and plug a cable several times a day). Richard said that "it is a simple process and thousands of people do this kind of thing all the time". Well, it would be nice to find the particulars of one of those people so I can at least get an idea. I know I'd need some sort of switch box, but again, what I want may not be plausible with what I have at the moment. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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On Feb 22, 6:43*pm, "Dave" wrote:
Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Actually, I am not ignorant, nor are you. *What you are is lazy. *Your grammar suggests a level of education which SHOULD allow you to use your BRAIN to figure simple **** like this out. *Do you think only people who have completed a two-year diploma in "hooking PC's up to stereos" run into situations such as yours? *Fer Chrissakes, if the world depended on people like you for technical innovation we'd all still have dirt floors in our caves. Do you have to hook up wires every time you switch from your CD player to the radio on your stereo? *No? *How can that be? *Actually the real question is: *how can that be any differnt than what you propose to do? *How, exactly, is a soundcard's output any different than a tuner, a phonograph, a cd/dvd player, an ipod, a microphone, or a radiotelescope pointed at Uranus? If you want to be real flashy and wireless-like, you can buy a product which communicates via TCP/IP over a wireless network called a SqueezeBox (brand name, there are others). *If you've got a wireless network in your home, you just attach this little box to one of your stereo's unused inputs and your PC can beam music to it wirelessly... it displays the same info as satellite radio, song, band, time remaining/elapsed, etc. on a nifty blue display. There's one coming out that's made by BlackBerry which uses bluetooth so you don't even need the wireless network, just a bluetooth-enabled PC/laptop/digital music device. *It's tiny, something like 2" x 2". USE. YOUR. BRAIN. Dave Now I see. You must be the resident troll. You've contributed nothing in this thread, and in fact you obviously don't even have a full grasp on what I'm trying to do, but you continue with the insults as if they overshadow your inability to comprehend. I really know little about stereos and audio, but I'm far more intelligent than you can imagine. But even I can't dumb this down far enough for you. So all I can say is read my last post. That's the best I can do. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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"Searcher7" wrote ...
I listed the hardware I have because the stereo only has phono inputs It would have been extraordinarily helpful for you to have mentioned that up-front. Yes, we frequently ask for make and model numbers. But in your case, you have an inexpensive, plastic, mass-market, stereo system for which there isn't much information available on the internet to do this kind of research. which I read are for low level signals only and will overload severely and can damage the unit if I plug in anything but a turntable with a magnetic phono cartidge. Overload, yes. Damage, no. (If there is a work around I'd appreciate it. If not, then I guess there is nothing I can do). Yes there is a common workaround. It is called an inverse-RIAA. Here is one as a $19 kit... http://www.hagtech.com/iriaa.html There are likely others around. Or you can make your own for ~$5 of parts. Richard said that "it is a simple process and thousands of people do this kind of thing all the time". Well, it would be nice to find the particulars of one of those people so I can at least get an idea. It is a simple process. Thousands of people do it all the time. Dunno why anybody is making a Federal Case out of it? I'm baffled by the intrigue. |
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Searcher7 wrote:
snip What is the difference between listening to 'audio from [your] pc through [your] stereo system', and listening to your pc through your stereo speakers? Why would you do anything but hook up the sound card output to your stereo input and be done with it? There would be no wires to change, no equipment to add except for one connecting cable. Once it was attached, all you would have to do the switch the 'speakers' from 'whatever' (tape, cd, dvd, fm etc) source and your pc would be a simple flip of the switch. If you don't actually have an unused input on the stereo, that could be a problem. Depends on the stereo. jak- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - I asked for present hardware set ups for a reason. What I want may not be possible with what I have. I listed the hardware I have because the stereo only has phono inputs which I read are for low level signals only and will overload severely and can damage the unit if I plug in anything but a turntable with a magnetic phono cartidge.(If there is a work around I'd appreciate it. If not, then I guess there is nothing I can do). No, you didn't list the hardware that you have, beyond a very generic non-description of 'stereo system' and pc...and speakers. If you would do so, it would simplify things considerably. That said, no, you don't want to plug your computer into a phono input. It's unlikely to cause any damage, but it's gonna sound like puke. There are workarounds, but they're somewhat complex. You'd need to both reduce (pad) the output from the pc, and reverse the RIAA equalization that is a part of every phono input. That can all be done with a passive filter and pad, but--AFAIK--there's no 'out of the box' solution for this, although it would be almost trivial to build if you had the skills. And to clarify what I want to be able to do. I want to have the option of switching back and forth between listening to audio from my pc and audio from my stereo sytem.(without having to pull my computer desk and stereo system out from the wall to unplug and plug a cable several times a day). What you are describing (adding amplifier, etc), is almost akin to building a new 'stereo system', except for the speakers. The only difference is that the system you propose building only has one input source; your computer. Why don't you specifically list the equipment that you have, so that someone can give you more accurate advice? Richard said that "it is a simple process and thousands of people do this kind of thing all the time". Well, it would be nice to find the particulars of one of those people so I can at least get an idea. I know I'd need some sort of switch box, but again, what I want may not be plausible with what I have at the moment. I'm resistant to the idea of switching the speakers. If you describe your stereo system, there might be an option. For instance, is it a 'one box' system, or does it have multiple sources attached to a receiver or amplifier? If the latter, that's where you would want to do the switching: between one of those sources and your pc. ********************* Another option is to use an Ipod RF modulator at the computer output. You could then simply tune it in on your FM radio. These are common, cheap, have the correct connector (and gain) for your pc, and are wireless to boot. Here's one (among many). This one plugs into a USB port for power, which might be a little easier to deal with than the ones made strictly for mobile use. http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail.asp?dpno=193851&Redir=1&description=Griffin-RocketFM%20-%20USB%20FM%20Transmitter%20for%20Desktop%20Comput ers-MP3%20Players%20&%20Accessories If you've truly no inputs on your stereo--do have FM--and the distance from computer to stereo is not an issue; that might be your best and easiest solution. Plug the modulator into your soundcard line-out, plug in power, tune your radio and listen to your pc...bada bing--boom--done. jak Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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"Searcher7" wrote in message ... On Feb 22, 6:43 pm, "Dave" wrote: Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Actually, I am not ignorant, nor are you. What you are is lazy. Your grammar suggests a level of education which SHOULD allow you to use your BRAIN to figure simple **** like this out. Do you think only people who have completed a two-year diploma in "hooking PC's up to stereos" run into situations such as yours? Fer Chrissakes, if the world depended on people like you for technical innovation we'd all still have dirt floors in our caves. Do you have to hook up wires every time you switch from your CD player to the radio on your stereo? No? How can that be? Actually the real question is: how can that be any differnt than what you propose to do? How, exactly, is a soundcard's output any different than a tuner, a phonograph, a cd/dvd player, an ipod, a microphone, or a radiotelescope pointed at Uranus? If you want to be real flashy and wireless-like, you can buy a product which communicates via TCP/IP over a wireless network called a SqueezeBox (brand name, there are others). If you've got a wireless network in your home, you just attach this little box to one of your stereo's unused inputs and your PC can beam music to it wirelessly... it displays the same info as satellite radio, song, band, time remaining/elapsed, etc. on a nifty blue display. There's one coming out that's made by BlackBerry which uses bluetooth so you don't even need the wireless network, just a bluetooth-enabled PC/laptop/digital music device. It's tiny, something like 2" x 2". USE. YOUR. BRAIN. Dave in fact you obviously don't even have a full grasp on what I'm trying to do, but you continue with the insults as if they overshadow your inability to comprehend. Yes, obviously it's my fault I didn't use my crystal ball to ascertain that your "stereo" only has phono inputs. How stupid of me. And insulting. Sorry about that. I'll work on it. I really know little about stereos and audio, but I'm far more intelligent than you can imagine. Ya, sure you are. You keep thinking that while you struggle to gain a most basic understanding of a technology (transfer of analog signals) which has existed virtually unchanged since 1930 or so. Music source -- wire -- amplifier. But even I can't dumb this down far enough for you. Just send me a crystal ball, then you won't have to. So all I can say is read my last post. That's the best I can do. Yes, I read it. It contains information key to understanding your situation, which you failed to include in your original post. You asked a question about a very specific situation, but couched your question in the most generic terms. Why is this? Is it a) laziness or b) stupidity? It's got to be one or the other, doesn't it? Enlighten me, O Wise One. |
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On Feb 24, 7:27*pm, "Richard Crowley" wrote:
"Searcher7" *wrote ... I listed the hardware I have because the stereo only has phono inputs It would have been extraordinarily helpful for you to have mentioned that up-front. Yes, we frequently ask for make and model numbers. But in your case, you have an inexpensive, plastic, mass-market, stereo system for which there isn't much information available on the internet to do this kind of research. Thanks. I didn't know that. which I read are for low level signals only and will overload severely and can damage the unit if I plug in anything but a turntable with a magnetic phono cartidge. Overload, yes. Damage, no. (If there is a work around I'd appreciate it. If not, then I guess there is nothing I can do). Yes there is a common workaround. It is called an inverse-RIAA. Here is one as a $19 kit...http://www.hagtech.com/iriaa.html There are likely others around. Or you can make your own for ~$5 of parts. I guess this is something else I'm totally unfamiliar with. Richard said that "it is a simple process and thousands of people do this kind of thing all the time". Well, it would be nice to find the particulars of one of those people so I can at least get an idea. It is a simple process. Thousands of people do it all the time. Dunno why anybody is making a Federal Case out of it? I'm baffled by the intrigue. Well if you find a website by one of those thousands of people who have done exactly what I would like to do, please let me know. :-) Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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Stereo Speakers with My Computer
On Feb 24, 8:16 pm, jakdedert wrote:
Searcher7wrote: snip What is the difference between listening to 'audio from [your] pc through [your] stereo system', and listening to your pc through your stereo speakers? Why would you do anything but hook up the sound card output to your stereo input and be done with it? There would be no wires to change, no equipment to add except for one connecting cable. Once it was attached, all you would have to do the switch the 'speakers' from 'whatever' (tape, cd, dvd, fm etc) source and your pc would be a simple flip of the switch. If you don't actually have an unused input on the stereo, that could be a problem. Depends on the stereo. jak- Hide quoted text - - Show quoted text - I asked for present hardware set ups for a reason. What I want may not be possible with what I have. I listed the hardware I have because the stereo only has phono inputs which I read are for low level signals only and will overload severely and can damage the unit if I plug in anything but a turntable with a magnetic phono cartidge.(If there is a work around I'd appreciate it. If not, then I guess there is nothing I can do). No, you didn't list the hardware that you have, beyond a very generic non-description of 'stereo system' and pc...and speakers. If you would do so, it would simplify things considerably. Well outside of the model number which I already gave, here is a pictu http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=200193299768 That said, no, you don't want to plug your computer into a phono input. It's unlikely to cause any damage, but it's gonna sound like puke. There are workarounds, but they're somewhat complex. You'd need to both reduce (pad) the output from the pc, and reverse the RIAA equalization that is a part of every phono input. That can all be done with a passive filter and pad, but--AFAIK--there's no 'out of the box' solution for this, although it would be almost trivial to build if you had the skills. Yup. If I had the skills... And to clarify what I want to be able to do. I want to have the option of switching back and forth between listening to audio from my pc and audio from my stereo sytem.(without having to pull my computer desk and stereo system out from the wall to unplug and plug a cable several times a day). What you are describing (adding amplifier, etc), is almost akin to building a new 'stereo system', except for the speakers. The only difference is that the system you propose building only has one input source; your computer. ?!? I thought what I said sounded like switching between audio outputs. (Nothing is ever simple). Why don't you specifically list the equipment that you have, so that someone can give you more accurate advice? Well, if someone would tell me what more there is to list, I'd be glad to. Richard said that "it is a simple process and thousands of people do this kind of thing all the time". Well, it would be nice to find the particulars of one of those people so I can at least get an idea. I know I'd need some sort of switch box, but again, what I want may not be plausible with what I have at the moment. I'm resistant to the idea of switching the speakers. If you describe your stereo system, there might be an option. For instance, is it a 'one box' system, or does it have multiple sources attached to a receiver or amplifier? If the latter, that's where you would want to do the switching: between one of those sources and your pc. I'll take a wild guess and say that this is a "one box system" with two speakers. ********************* Another option is to use an Ipod RF modulator at the computer output. You could then simply tune it in on your FM radio. These are common, cheap, have the correct connector (and gain) for your pc, and are wireless to boot. That sounds like greek to me. Here's one (among many). This one plugs into a USB port for power, which might be a little easier to deal with than the ones made strictly for mobile use. http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail.asp?dpno=193851&Redir=1&desc... If you've truly no inputs on your stereo--do have FM--and the distance from computer to stereo is not an issue; that might be your best and easiest solution. Plug the modulator into your soundcard line-out, plug in power, tune your radio and listen to your pc...bada bing--boom--done. All this will entail more studying than I can afford right now, so I'll have to put it on the back burner for now. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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On Feb 25, 11:12*am, "Dave" wrote:
"Searcher7" wrote in message ... On Feb 22, 6:43 pm, "Dave" wrote: Nevertheless, before you put you foot in your mouth again, re-read what I wrote. You've done nothing but prove how ignorant you are. Actually, I am not ignorant, nor are you. What you are is lazy. Your grammar suggests a level of education which SHOULD allow you to use your BRAIN to figure simple **** like this out. Do you think only people who have completed a two-year diploma in "hooking PC's up to stereos" run into situations such as yours? Fer Chrissakes, if the world depended on people like you for technical innovation we'd all still have dirt floors in our caves. Do you have to hook up wires every time you switch from your CD player to the radio on your stereo? No? How can that be? Actually the real question is: how can that be any differnt than what you propose to do? How, exactly, is a soundcard's output any different than a tuner, a phonograph, a cd/dvd player, an ipod, a microphone, or a radiotelescope pointed at Uranus? If you want to be real flashy and wireless-like, you can buy a product which communicates via TCP/IP over a wireless network called a SqueezeBox (brand name, there are others). If you've got a wireless network in your home, you just attach this little box to one of your stereo's unused inputs and your PC can beam music to it wirelessly... it displays the same info as satellite radio, song, band, time remaining/elapsed, etc. on a nifty blue display. There's one coming out that's made by BlackBerry which uses bluetooth so you don't even need the wireless network, just a bluetooth-enabled PC/laptop/digital music device. It's tiny, something like 2" x 2". USE. YOUR. BRAIN. Dave in fact you obviously don't even have a full grasp on what I'm trying to do, but you continue with the insults as if they overshadow your inability to comprehend. Yes, obviously it's my fault I didn't use my crystal ball to ascertain that your "stereo" only has phono inputs. How stupid of me. And insulting. Sorry about that. I'll work on it. You should. When I posted the question about whether or not waht I wanted was plausible I asked for info on present set-ups and hardware for a reason. The reason being that what I have might not cut it. That means if I had found someone who had documented exactly what hardware they used, I could have determined for myself what I would need to get/use, even if that included a completely different stereo system. In that vain it is irrelevant that my present stereo only has phono inputs. I really know little about stereos and audio, but I'm far more intelligent than you can imagine. Ya, sure you are. You keep thinking that while you struggle to gain a most basic understanding of a technology (transfer of analog signals) which has existed virtually unchanged since 1930 or so. Music source -- wire -- amplifier. And what does that have to do with my question? I see you still struggle to understand that this was simply about switching between different audio outputs. But even I can't dumb this down far enough for you. Just send me a crystal ball, then you won't have to. How about a helmet to shield you from those cosmic rays those pesky Martians beam into your head? So all I can say is read my last post. That's the best I can do. Yes, I read it. It contains information key to understanding your situation, which you failed to include in your original post. You asked a question about a very specific situation, but couched your question in the most generic terms. Why is this? Is it a) laziness or b) stupidity? It's got to be one or the other, doesn't it? You are still not making any sense. The question was simple. And your first response proved that you didn't understand it because you attacked me over something I did not ask about. When I pointed this out you began looking for other things to take issue with. Now in your case I know it is not laziness. It is stupidity. Enlighten me, O Wise One.- Hide quoted text - You have been enlightened. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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"Searcher7" wrote ...
"Richard Crowley" wrote: It is a simple process. Thousands of people do it all the time. Dunno why anybody is making a Federal Case out of it? I'm baffled by the intrigue. Well if you find a website by one of those thousands of people who have done exactly what I would like to do, please let me know. :-) Now you're just being silly. There's probably even a website or two that tells you how to tie your shoes. But I've been tying them for many years now and I'm not inclined to waste my time looking for such common info for others. Good luck. |
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On Feb 28, 9:45*am, "Richard Crowley" wrote:
"Searcher7" wrote ... "Richard Crowley" *wrote: It is a simple process. Thousands of people do it all the time. Dunno why anybody is making a Federal Case out of it? *I'm baffled by the intrigue. Well if you find a website by one of those thousands of people who have done exactly what I would like to do, please let me know. :-) Now you're just being silly. *There's probably even a website or two that tells you how to tie your shoes. But I've been tying them for many years now and I'm not inclined to waste my time looking for such common info for others. *Good luck. No I'm not being silly. It was a legitimate request. As I said, I know little about these things. You said the info was common, so as I stated before I assumed that someone would have documented the exact hardware they used to accomplish this, and put different combinations of "audio switcher", computer, and "stereo speakers" in the Google search and gave up after about an hour. My point is if this is that common, then someone would have posted a link and all the crap in this thread would have been unnecessary. Thanks anyway. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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"Searcher7" wrote in message ... No I'm not being silly. It was a legitimate request. Hmm, several people have tried to help you, and you're still pretty sure THEY are the problem... My point is if this is that common, then someone would have posted a link and all the crap in this thread would have been unnecessary. Wiping your ass is common too, but there aren't a lot of explicit websites with directions, instructional videos, and parts lists showing exactly how it's done. Figure it out. This thread IS unnecessary, because what you want to do is so goddamn simple. People keep making polite suggestions to guide you in your quest for enlightenment, and you keep telling them in a whiny tone "It's just too HARD, I can't DO it, do it FOR me." As has been pointed out, there are lots of people who give freely of their time and expertise, but you've got to show that you're not a stupid lazy moron who can't figure out how to wipe his ass when the toilet paper is placed in his hand. If you honestly are that dumb and can't figure out how to connect up a simple series of wires and switches, then go hire somebody who can and be done with it. Thanks anyway. Don't mention it. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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On Mar 5, 4:34*pm, "Dave" wrote:
"Searcher7" wrote in message ... No I'm not being silly. It was a legitimate request. Hmm, several people have tried to help you, and you're still pretty sure THEY are the problem... My point is if this is that common, then someone would have posted a link and all the crap in this thread would have been unnecessary. Wiping your ass is common too, but there aren't a lot of explicit websites with directions, instructional videos, and parts lists showing exactly how it's done. *Figure it out. *This thread IS unnecessary, because what you want to do is so goddamn simple. *People keep making polite suggestions to guide you in your quest for enlightenment, and you keep telling them in a whiny tone "It's just too HARD, I can't DO it, do it FOR me." As has been pointed out, there are lots of people who give freely of their time and expertise, but you've got to show that you're not a stupid lazy moron who can't figure out how to wipe his ass when the toilet paper is placed in his hand. If you honestly are that dumb and can't figure out how to connect up a simple series of wires and switches, then go hire somebody who can and be done with it. Thanks anyway. Don't mention it. Just when I thought you could be a bigger jackass you raise the bar. We can go back and forth forever on this if you want. I came here seeking advice from people a lot more intelligent and mature than you, and you've turned this into a ****ing match. I asked for specifics on hardware used for a project that "Thousands of people" do all the time.(This group is a resource used for things like that). You weren't intelligent enough to understand what I wanted when you first responded with an attack. And when I pointed this out, you attack again with the "go find it yourself attitude" and insults. Of course there are the resident assholes like you that pop up on occasion, but that comes with the territory. You represent the usual "no social skills", small dick punk who would never be so bold in person. You must have really gotten your ass kicked a lot while growing up, and now a computer keyboard serves as your sword and shield. This is your way of getting back at the world for your shortcomings, huh? Feel sorry for you? No. Darren Harris Staten Island, New York. |
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On Feb 18, 7:48 pm, "Dave" wrote:
"Searcher7" wrote in message ... I have a SONY LBT-D250 Stereo system and the model number of the speakers is SS-D255, and according to Belarc my multimedia info is as follows: Intel(r) 82801BA/BAM AC'97 Audio Controller Logitech Microphone (PTZ) MPU-401 Compatible MIDI Device Standard Game Port I'd like to be able switch between my stereo and PC using the same set of speakers and would appreciated feedback on whether or not this is plausible. Aaaaaggghhh, if only you'd spent the $8 more and got the model LBT-D251 stereo then you could do it easily, but the LBT-D250 cannot without an expensive aftermarket converter. I'd sell you mine, but they've been out of production for some time and command quite a high price these days. No one listens to their computer music through their stereo, it's jut not possible. Audio signal in your computer speakers is completely different than the audio signal in your stereo speakers. You can see the difference if you look closely at the speakers themselves. The stereo speakers have some round plastic or paper driver cones, two input wires labelled + and -, whereas your computer speakers... what the ????... they're THE SAME, MORON. Next time before you ask a question which has been asked 10 FRIGGIN MILLION TIMES just in this newsgroup alone, why don't you try spending 1 minute doing a google search instead of wasting someone's time who otherwise might be dispensing valuable advice NOT readily ascertainable by a TRAINED MONKEY? I typed "play computer through stereo" and got 299,000+ hits, the first one entitled "How can I play the music on my computer through my stereo?" People in this group are very generous with their knowledge, but posts like yours just show that you're either too lazy to put the slightest effort into solving your own problem. Someone didn't have their wheaties this morning . .LOL CD |
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