Originally Posted by Simon
Was going to say that I’ve not found the 800 to need MD1. Mine is connected to MD2 without any issues. Maybe try removing the MCH input card on the 861 and reseating it?
Thankyou Simon.

Yes - this is what made me worry/realise something must be wrong with MD2.

I've just come from an 861v4 (IE42) with both MD1 and MD2 setup as 3xSPDIF with no issues.

Andrew

800v4, 861v8, HD621, PS3 slim, analogue speakers, Anthem P2 Amplifier (2 Channel), Proceed BPA-3 Amplifier (3 Channel), 2x HSU VTF-15 Mk2 subs, 2x HSU VTF-3 Mk5 subs, 2x PSA XS30 subs.