Integrated Surround

[Marshillboy]

Hi, I have 4.1-6.1 surround integrated into my MOBO. However, there are only 3 jacks help?

 

[jay8990]

yup, i have 5.1 set up and all speakers are into 3 jacks. you dont need 6 jacks for 6 speakers.

think of a 2.1 system. you can have 3 speakers, all into one jack!

 

[Marshillboy]

Really? Coool! But, um, where do I buy an additional 4 speakers? I don't want to buy all new speakers. My front and sub are altec lansing *(Good brand). Do I have to buy ALL new speakers??

 

[lurkswithin]

Yes, and if you refer to your mobo specs, you may find that when you implement the 5.1 or 6.1 sound option there will be a conversion of the audio in and audio out and mike in jacks. These jacks will now be
audio in = front (L/R)
audio out = back (L/R)
mike in = Center (L/R) or Center Bass
Some mobos require a jumper change to accompany this or some uses a plug conversion for center bass option. That is why you should always check the specs.

 

[Marshillboy]

Yes, and if you refer to your mobo specs, you may find that when you implement the 5.1 or 6.1 sound option there will be a conversion of the audio in and audio out and mike in jacks. These jacks will now be
audio in = front (L/R)
audio out = back (L/R)
mike in = Center (L/R) or Center Bass
Some mobos require a jumper change to accompany this or some uses a plug conversion for center bass option. That is why you should always check the specs.

Sucks. Oh well. PC STOP, ONWARD!

 

[bluto]

3 jacks you said.Do you mean in total or 3 for speakers ?
I have 5.1 in 3 speaker jacks.These come from the subwoofer.
The speakers connect to the subwoofer.
front,left and center.
Do you also have line in,mic and digital.