I have flush mount ceiling speakers. Each speaker at 8 amps. Once the volume hits 14 or 15, the receiver automatically shuts down and says "protect". Is there any way to bypass this? The speakers sound great, so I dont understand why it keep happening. null

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KennyC · Accepted Answer

Sounds like the speakers are wired in such a way that is lowering Ohm below supported levels. I'd attach a single pair of free-standing 8 Ohm speakers to check for sure.

SonyListens · Answer

Hi, JM!

The speakers might be incompatible with the AV receiver. You can only hook up speaker system that supports 6 to 16 ohms of power impedance. If PROTECT or PROTECTOR appears on the display, there may be an external speaker issue or connection issue that is triggering the protection circuit. Visit this link below for more information regarding your concern.

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00025095

Happy to help,
David

“I have flush mount ceiling speakers. Each speaker at 8 amps. Once the volume hits 14 or 15, the receiver automatically shuts down and says "protect". Is there any way to bypass this? The speakers sound great, so I dont understand why it keep happening.”

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