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Mac Mini + 5.1 Processor + Butler TDB 5150 + Logan

Hi, I'd like to hook up the new Mac Mini (HDMI and mini display outputs) to a 5.1 processor, which is then hooked up to Butler 5150 (5 channel RCA inputs) and then on to my Martin Logan Aerius-i speakers. I download movies and I like the tube sound. I'm not sure how to go about hooking these components up because there's a mix of analog and digital input/outputs. I'm not sure if I can use the Mac's mini display output for the TV, and then use the HDMI output for only audio. I don't have a 5.1 processor yet, but it would need to have 5 channel RCA output and I guess HDMI input. Can someone recommend a setup and possibly a 5.1 processor?
smurfmand70
newbie13
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AVS Forum has boards dedicated to home theater computer and for digital media servers and streamers. You'll likely find your answers there.
smurfmand70 OP
10 posts
 
I wasn't sure where to look, but I found out the Mac Mini's 1/8" digital output can use the optical cable with adapter, then it can hook up to a processor. There doesn't seem to be a optical to rca cable so I can forego the processor, but seems to be a necessary evil hehe.
dg1968
38 posts
 
You have a lot of options, and all are relatively easy. But first:

1) How many speakers do you have? Sounds like 2. Planning on adding more?

2) Do you have a sub? Planning on adding one?

3) Planning on adding a Blu-ray player to your system?

4) Presumably your TV has an HDMI input, correct?

dave
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