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I believe I've found a solution; https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D482JZZG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 This...

You haven't missed anything. The only thing that makes the setup manageable is the macros on the smart remote.

So this is worse than expected ☹️ As a reminder, I'm trying to set up my STR Pre in HT Bypass mode with a Marantz Processor in order...

Well, that's the point. If I'm sharing a power amp, either the AV Processor or the PRE have to trigger it. One or the other will be on...

Thanks for that detailed update. I think that I too will live with both devices being powered up all the time. Feels like it's the path...

I had a similar dilemma and I reached out to Anthem support about this. They claim there is no protection on the trigger outlet, so Y...

I might reach out to Anthem and see what their idea of a solution might be. As stated, their bumpf does speak to HT Bypass, sharing...

Thanks, but that the kind of janky solution I referred to in my original query. I wouldn't trust myself not to blow stuff up.

Except STR doesn't appear to have a trigger in, from reviewing the manual anyway ☹️ I could build an automation to detect Marantz power...

Interesting, thanks. Though likely overkill for my needs. I'd get a lot of hours electricity to run the STR during movies for the cost...

It does, and sounds good in pure direct. I feel that I have taken the Marantz a far as it will go in stereo. I want to try the STR...

Yes, this would be an option as per my last paragraph. However, the STR supports passthrough in standby. There's no need for it to be on...

Hi folks My STR arrives this week, and I plan on using it in HTBypass with my Marantz AV8805 and a shared power amp for L/R. Has...