Well, on the positive side, I actually felt better about the HDMI and related issues; A solid in the category of 'can't talk about future product' I saw as a positive. Especially coupled with the response about Gseries modular architecture able to accomodate 8 channel inputs. Just the capability, lead me to positive thoughts about the ability to handle some sort of HDMI solution, even if pricey.

A couple of answers though I thought were a bit lacking,(Although I'm sure this can be frustrating for Bob as well), such as:
question: upgrade like TAW...
answer: Who is TAW?
hmmmm, not sure what to make of that one... The Rock anyone?

question: safe volume feature...
answer: Can you suggest a safe volume?
well, if one doesn't come to mind, how about 0; or just let the user select it.. I do this now automatically on shutdown via programmable remote with 30 volume downs, no-matter what it was while listening.

Also, the 'finding lip sync in Mconfig' answer:
'well, you found it';
well, yes; but it took much longer than a Google for TAW.. smile
--actually that one did give me a chuckle---

Overall, some good positive responses -and a committment to work interactively with the forum is great... Looking forward to new product announcements this year... Just have that feeling-- smile

Thanks much JK, Bob- for the interaction; Always a pleasure...

ken