Yeah, i'm using the same inputs and the same cables. I tried a different set of cables, i even opened the case up, and ran the RCA's from the reciever straight into the RCA inputs on the Docking connector to make sure i didn't have shody solder connections on the RCA jack panel on the component box. It still didn't go away. Sucks. I'll have a look around for that volume hack, i remember seeing that too. I'll let ya know how it goes. Thanks!