5.1 Speaker System Problem

[highoctane2244]

I recently installed a Logitech 5.1 speaker system for a friend on a Dell 2350. The Dell originally had a sound card that supported 2.1 systems and could not accomidate the new speakers. I then installed a Dynex 5.1 sound card. When I tested the speakers through the VIA Vinyl Program which they supplied, I heard sound from all speakers. I changed all the Winodws XP settings, and set the computer for a 5,1 system. When used itunes and Winamp no sound was heard from the center or rear speakers. Any ideas?

 

[PurdueRy]

Music is stereo. You shouldn't hear sound through the center or rear speakers unless you use a matrix encoder to distribute the 2 channel sound to 5 speakers.

 

[highoctane2244]

How could I go about getitng a Matrix encoder so I can use these speakers to their full potential.

 

[PurdueRy]

Originally posted by: highoctane2244
How could I go about getitng a Matrix encoder so I can use these speakers to their full potential.

Hm, well there are numerous ways. I am not sure exactly sure of the exact logitech set you are talking about, but if its the one with the "control pod" then you can enable pro logic II. Or there may be a 5 speaker stereo option.

Secondly, you could check in your audio control panel(the "vinyl" one) and see if you enable 5 speaker stereo. I believe it may be an option.

Lastly, you could use a program like AC3 filter. I believe they have the option to take 2 channel music and output multiple speakers. This tends to be a bit tedious though so I would recommend investigating the first two options first.