New tv to older surround

[ccfbailey]

I have a new LG smart tv and blu ray dvd connected via HDMI. The tv is connected to my older Yamaha receiver via digital optical since it doesn't have HDMI. I run all sound through the amp and have the tv speakers off. It sounds pretty good but I have to crank up the volume. I'm wondering if this is the best way to have this wired. Thanks

 

[ssddx]

given that you likely only have digital optical, analog inputs and perhaps coax... going with optical is the cheapest, and easiest choice.