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852	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	Sony 's dvd home Theater System be a very good choce if you be seek to add some quality sound to extra room . the complete package come with everything you need to install you system in very littler time . instruction be good with additional color code for speaker wire connection . overall the Sony Home Theater System be a good buy for the amount .
760	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	this be a awesome system . if you be look for a complete system in a box at a good price and high value , this be it . the system setup be not difficult as other review have say . you will however need to read the manual as there be a number of option , but otherwise it tool only ~ 30 minute to setup . my only complaint be that the sub be pretty large . I wish it be a bit smaller but once you hear it boom , you 'll quickly forget . its a true home theater experience .
946	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	thats right , a home theater package in one box . I start look for a home theater system around the holliday . in the paper , magazine , on the web , and in the store . with all different kind of model and size its hard to decide what right for you . finally I decide I would just start with a simple home set up and improve from there because I do not want to pump a bunch of money in a electronics package that be too expensive or just overwhelming . I come across radio shack look for a new phone and think I would just check they out . to my astonishment they do . I download the pdf file of the manual with the spec -lrb- I will not go into all of those -rrb- and price for comparison to other system . I be also get a game console that have a dvd player -lrb- since I do not own one I could kill two bird with one stone -rrb- and want the best sound I could get without take out a loan . after look around I decide to get this system because I do not have to worry about separate multiple piece , most small system do not even have 500w , and for the money if I do not like it then I could take it back or give it to someone as a gift : - -rrb- upon inspect the system I find it fairly easy to set up . the line be color code to the specific speaker and the manual be pretty self explanitory . my wife want the speaker to be mount up on the wall -lrb- they have a service for that as well -rrb- so it be put in we den\/kitchen -lrb- call a morning room -rrb- and though the speaker look a little big they look fine after be install -lrb- ceiling be at least 12-15 ft high -rrb- . let I tell you that the sound that this system produce be truly wonderful if you be look for a starter or even and intermediate package this be it . Game playing be great , movie be like be at the theater -lrb- never go back to vh -rrb- , and if you have a party or small gathering this baby can do very nicely . even at 200w for the subwoofer it will not pack the punch you may be look for . it will not shake the wall or give you the deeeep bass like the club or a great theater but , be still nice and get the job . you can add another -lrb- shield -rrb- sub though to the reciever if you like to give you a little more umfff . I dare you to find a better system at this price ... do not bother because you will not ... I have already be do that road .
8	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	buy this system base upon the review . bad decision . the system play cd 's fine , and the sound be great , but the dvd player skip all the time . grant some of the dvd 's we try be a bit old\/scratched , but they play ok on a $ 50.00 dvd player so you would expect they to be ok on one that cost 10x as much .
61	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I really like this sound bar . my music , XBOX 360and PS3 game sound great . and the fact it be 3d compatible be also a sweet bonus . the only down side to this be the ipod dock . you have to pay $ 50 extra for a tiny piece of equipment just so you can use you remote control to play tune from you ipod\/iphone . I personally use the analog line to play my music . but in all , this be a great buy .
718	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	downsize from separate Sony receiver and bose acoustimass speaker , and be please with sound quality . the bass be pretty surprising for a small system . Quality of picture be very good , even though the tv only have 720p \/ 1080i component input . Wifi be easy , and the auto-calibrate work reasonably well to get the setting in the ball park . I 'll probably manually touch-up the level a bit for the surround speaker . remote be a little confusing , but I 'll get use to it . will try the Ipod input next
9	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	the dvd surround sound work great , but use it as a receiver do not work at all for I . when I hook up the vcr or any other device like a playstation the surround sound do not work . I only play through the front left and right channel . I be go to return it .
79	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	after a little dd , I finally decide to purchase this system . boy be I happy I do . the sound quality be incredible , and even though I be unable to put the rear speaker behind for the full surround sound experience , I be quite pleased with what this system be capable of . there be numerous input so you can hook-up you vcr , dvd , playstation , gamecube , etc. . there be nothing like play Grand theft auto and actually feel each bullet from the subwoofer . with the click of a button , I can change the receiver from my shoot-em-up game to a nice evening of classical music . when you can sit there and actually hear the faint `` ding '' of the triangle in the background , you know you have a great sound system .  item to note : 1 -rrb- this system come with a dvd player .  2 -rrb- the subwoofer be fairly large , but on many other system this be the case . it require a separate power source .  3 -rrb- the dvd player play dvd 's -lrb- of course -rrb- , cd 's , and mp3 's .  4 -rrb- the setup be fairly easy . there be different color of cable wire for the rear speaker , the front speaker , and the center speaker .  5 -rrb- there be two remote -lrb- one for the dvd player , and one for the receiver -rrb-
441	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	... overall , I be very impress by the quality and value of this product . the system provide plenty of power for anyone with a small to mid-size room , and the clarity be better than one might expect from small home theater in a box speaker .  the heart of the system be a 500 watt receiver build by Marantz -lrb- although sell under the Philips brand name -rrb- . the receiver have all the bell and whistle one would associate with any upper-end receiver . it have a wide array of input , and feature interactive menu that allow you to enter distance between speaker to properly adjust the volume level between the speaker component . all buyer should be aware however that this system do not decode DTS . you can only get Dolby Digital out of this machine . in my humble opinion though , it be virtually impossible to tell the two format apart unless you be use high-end equipment .  the only realy drawback I see be that the reciever only have one digital optical input . if you be like I and have a dvd player and digital cable , that create a dilemna . it do have two coaxial digital input , but I personally do not like coax input as well as digital optical .  the speaker be far better than those include with similar system by other manufacturer . the three array design of the center channel speaker be a nice touch and the front and surround channel be well compliment by the 100 watt subwoofer . when you turn it up , this system can really kick .  if you want solid quality at a low price , this system be for you . it provide plenty of power for the average user and will add a whole new world to you home theater experience .
881	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	this be a great little system for the price . I have to return the first one because I have problem with the tv cut out while the sound continue . I replace the HDMI cable think it could be they , but it only happen when watch tv , not while play the Xbox etc. . after completely replace the system , I find it be actually the Motorola cable box & this system comflicting . the problem be the Motorola cable box drop signal every now and than , or the signal change . this cause the HDMI repeater on this unit to thing the system be turn off briefly and it try search the other hdmus connection for a signal . any hdmus repeater would probably have this same issue -lrb- unless it be a manual switch -rrb- the solution until Motorola can get they act together be to run a hdmus cable directly to the tv from the cable box . then run the optical out from the cable box to this unit . it be not a ideal solution but it fix the issue . you can find out more about this problem by search news group . I be not sure if Sony can fix this with a update or if it be a Motorola issue . other than the video issue , this be a great product for the price . do not let the above issue scare you off , because this unit have enough port to handle alot of different connection .
515	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	I get it and send it back . part of it be break in the package . very loose and dont recommend .
592	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	I buy and receive this unit and have have it about a week . it be ok for the price and a very entry level system . however , any video or audio buff will be very disappointed . this unit be average all the way around . the dvd player be a dvd player , nothing amazaing , the VCR work , the AM\/FM radio work but the antenna and reception be way below average these day , the sound be ok and possibly a bit below average for this low end unit . overall , for a 2nd system , a very small room , a child , etc this be a reasonable unit . for you main system there be many better option - seperate the VCR from the dvd home theater would get you a much better unit and then just pick up a low cost VCR . nothing impress I about this Toshiba . its barely average all the way around . own a higher end Toshiba , this be a disappointment . the remote control color scheme and reflectiveness make it very difficult to read , small button , confuse menu system , non-lighted remote . I give it 2 star because it do play dvd and video fine . however , its radio , sound , remote , and menu 's be way below average . better off with a cheapie end Koss , Audiovox , etc unit . this Toshiba replace a older broken go video unit for someone who require dvd\/vcr . the GO video unit be several year old and be consider entry level low end at the time . however , it perform better than the Toshiba . the GO video lack the CDRW , mp3 , AM\/FM , etc feature common on today 's current model though . to sum it up , I would pass this unit by and either look at the lower price unit or seperate component and spend more money on a better overall setup .
434	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I have never have anything but the audio come from the stereo speaker on my tv , and I be blow away the first time I hear this system . I buy this system brand new off of eBay for $ 250 total in late February 2004 and have be completely satisfied since .  i like to relax in my room now and crank that sub all the way up untill my window rattle and the picture on the wall shake . it do take I a couple hour to get set-up becuase I go crazy in get everything just perfect in the setting . this system can get as loud as you would want for a small to medium size room . one of the main reason I get this be for pro Logic II decode on my Gamecube game , and wow it be awesome to hear on game that support it . but the real treat come when watch dvd in Digital or DTS . for the first time I experience true surround in my room and it be incredible . I recommend try Saving Private Ryan dvd in the first beach-landing scene with the bass crank all the way up to feel the explosion .  the receiver be pretty straight-forward and easy to use if you read the manual first . some of the setting do not change the overall sound that much . I use different mode when I be listen to sound from different equipment ...  Audio CDs - Dolby pro Logic II MUS mode dvd 's - cstex b movie mode Gamecube\/Radio - Dolby pro Logic II MOV mode  overall a excellent budget system -lrb- a Sony too ! -rrb- . I recommend .
216	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	like the feature , but after set it up find the GUI be totally unusable . the remote send command , -lrb- I could see the red light on the reciever blink ... -rrb- but it would not respond ... it act like it be run Windows for the OS and be try to load outlook or something . LG customer service be useless . what a waste of time !
660	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	set up be a breeze ; the speaker cable be color code and it take almost no time to get the system set up to hear a dvd . but , if one have poor eyesight or large finger , the very small remote will irritate you . I have two SONY electronic item , and both have a larger remote than for this SONY . set up the speaker be rather straightforward , although the distance one can select be fix multiple . one can , however , increase or decrease the decibel to compensate for each speaker . however , in set up the speaker , the system hit a tone on each speaker in sequence , and if there be a way to stop the sequence , I have not find it .  I have a SONY tv -lrb- wega xbr -rrb- and could not figure out how to get the tv sound through the new speaker . a teenage boy -lrb- neighbor -rrb- give I the clue as how to do so , and change setting in the tv menu and the correct hook up solve that easily . since I have the tv sound through the new speaker , if one be view a dvd and then switch to the tv mode -lrb- from dvd mode to Tuner mode on the system -rrb- , it be the same as stop the dvd so beware -lrb- it be not a pause , it be a stop ! -rrb-  the bottom line be that I be very pleased with the sound and the system be very compact . have a AM\/FM radio also build in will allow for diversity in listen to the system . SONY be offer a lot of value for the money . a slightly larger remote would have allow I to give this five star .
707	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	pro : I get this system to go exclusively with my xbox 360 -lrb- via digital optical output -rrb- and my hdtv , love the fact the package offer 720p ,1080 i up-conversion which be a plus , I have use this unit connected ina Sony Bravia xbr1 40 '' lcd hdtv via hdmus cable and the up-conversion feature work really well , the image be really sharp and noiseless . I be surprised with the sound quality , feature and user-friendly installation -lrb- do myself in 5 minute -rrb- . my unit do not show any sign of noise . Have say that you can not beat the package for $ 340 buck . I have also test the usb with my mp3 player Muvo and work wonderfully , overall I be very satisfied . get it via amazon from jr.com and it arrive in perfect state although it take a week to arrive . con : the receiver\/player be a bit larger when compare with other hti . once I open the manual be not very clear as how to properly use the digital optical output . not a big deal , but the remote control do not come with battery . it could have have a active subwoofer to make it a 10 . I have be use this unit now for almost 2 month . I be really satisfy with my purchase .
951	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	the rca rt151 be good for amplify a quiet tv in a small child 's bedroom . if you have a modern hdtv , you will need a toslink adapter , currently sell on amazon for $ 30 , so figure you add that to the price , or not if you have analog audio output . the rca rt151 be just not good for a primary home theater , amplify in a room larger than 10 foot by 10 foot , etc. . truth be you just can not hear the dialogue that well , even on full power . you control the speaker with a remote control , and the only way you know its working be with a light that flash on the bass . have trouble hear the rear speaker even with my ear two foot away from they . you can isolate audio channel with the remote , with separate speaker volume control for rear , center , sub , and front , and finally master . pro : - good for make a quiet tv , in a small quiet room , sound louder Cons : - not for use in a normal size living room - require toslink adapter - Toslink adapter muff the speaker -lrb- I could have have a defective toslink adapter -rrb- - full power do not compete with most tv speaker -80 watt system do not seem accurate , my 14 watt tv speaker seem like the dialogue be louder . - rear speaker feel underpowered , very quiet , therefore the surround sound effect be lose . overall , I would not recommend this . if you have a small room , you should purchase other 2.1 speaker . if you be look for a entry level home theater system , this be not the one .
605	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	all speaker be good to great with the exception of the sub , which really do not hit those low low that shake the room like a real theater . however , the price be a steal , if you pay 400 or less . Mine be on sale to draw people in to buy new tv , and it work ! $ 300 at Future Shop in Canada , own by best buy , I think . I could not resist , and definitely be happy . Denon and Sherwood have receiver -lrb- 5.1 -rrb- that can be find around 180 - 250 , so a theater for about $ 500 -lrb- and tax -rrb- .
542	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I expect this rca rt151 home Theatre System to crush my Durabrand HT-3917 Home theater system . and I be very disappointed . the RCA have 80-watt of power ! the Durabrand have only 40-watt . my durabrand be twice as loud ! ! ! and cost half as much ! ! ! rca be not the way to go . buy DURABRAND .
7	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I recently buy this system because the price be right . I be not sure what to expect . after I set it up I be amaze at the performace . I be a little concerned about the low wattage on the Subwoofer , but not after I set it up . I follow bose instruction from they website that say to put the sub 's port face into a courner . I do this and have to actually turn down the sub to half because there be actually too much bass !
285	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	i get this unit free when i buy my t.v the sound be fantastic , but during period of quiet sound , i sometimes here a slight tone come from the speaker . it might just be the wire that come with the unit -lrb- the factory supply wire that come with a lot of these thing be average quality at best -rrb- . overall i be very happy with it and set up be simple .
225	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I buy this at christmas time . it sound alright but i could not help but notice the speaker kind of suck , except for the sub . I order some polk audio monitor 60 series ii tower and now my music sound great . the receiver be also pretty really really good and have many option to make it sound good . the biggest problem i have be that the stock wire be only like 24 g and when i run my back surround hardly any noise would come out of they due to loss of signal . after get better , thicker speaker wire , the system start to sing ! the speaker do not sound so bad anymore . actually they sound pretty good but i know they do not sound as good as my polk tower because during a movie they be a type writer and you could hear the typing from leave to center to right and every time it get to the center channel you would notice a different sound than that of the tower . definitely not as good as the polk . I run Dolby pro logic with for movie and direct for music which use the two tower and the sub only . sound amazing ! can not beat the price . you will laugh at people go to walmart to buy home theater because you know that do you home work be well worth it and you get the better deal .
470	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	the Samsung ht-c6600 be a great product for the price that I get it for . some review give it a low rating because of the sound . I think that the sound sound great and that that it be clear and crisp enough for I . I be not a audio file so it could be just ok for some . I think that it be a great start if you do not have a system now . one issue that I do have be connect it to my exist Linksys 54GWRT Wireless Router for Steaming Internet and Computer file . I have recently purchase a new Wireless Router because my Linksys be go on 4 year . hopefully , that will fix the issue . good buy and I would recommend it .
763	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I buy this and i find it really easy to install . the music quality be awsume and it rendor the sound effect very well in movie . if i have to say anything negative about this be while the sound effect and music seem to be very well rendore the volume for the people speak in the movie seem to be really low for some reason i find myself have to adjust the volume oftem just to hear they speak . i do not know if this be just a issue with the blue ray \/ dvd but i dont have this issue much when im just watch the Satelight tv station . but over all i be happy with it a i recomend this to other buy this its worth the price you pay . oh dont forget to buy the cable you will need the Dmi and fiber optic cable for the best quality it do not come in the box . as do most sony product for some reason .
137	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	fairly easy to set up to play music , but when it come to hook it up to you tv or gaming system , that be where it can get a bit confusing . nothing I could not figure out though . this system be set up in my bedroom -lrb- 20x20ft -rrb- , it get very loud ; any louder and I would be deaf . the only complaint I have be that I can not get my center speaker to play . I have my ipod hook up and all the other speaker be play except for that one . that be the sole reason for the 4 star review , else it would be 5 star . overall , great sound system .
670	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	very nice system , I think sony 's dream system be as good if not better than the bose for the money .
299	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	if you be like I more time than money . you can run wire to the speaker . when i be do i be not disapoint . you can add a power sub ... but i dont feel the need to . its all lite weight and pack a big punch ... guess what . . I love it ...
925	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I have to return the product and get a Yamaha model instead since the unit would not turn on for several hour after it be turn off . it just keep go into standby mode . I really like the design of this unit , it be really good look and no visible button on the front , but the ease of use be a joke . I have to scroll through a lot of menue to find setting to control the unit . the Yamaha I buy be a update version of the one I have have for several year and work like a champ , sound great and be easy to use . I have all my component hook into the HDMI port and run one hdmus through the wall to my mount television . so simple and look great . I just wish that this unit have work and have be easier to use . Disappointed !
467	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I have two of these dvd player break down in the span of 6 month . the first system eat we dvd . one get stick in the changer and it cost quite a bit to get it fix . then it break down altogether , and would not read any disc . we get a replacement because it be under warranty . the second unit have the front panel break off . still work okay for a few week , but then the dvd start skip and freezing . the audio and video be not in sync . the dvd tray would no longer open . send it in to the mfr at my expense and be tell it could not be fix . do not waste you time and money on this system !
922	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I replace a 10 year old unit with this new one . for the price , the sound be great . the installlation be super easy , just plug eveything in , connect the microphone , and it balance the speaker automatically .
153	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I be on my fourth head unit , and this one only work intermittently . dvd do not play , sound cut out , on and on . also , worst remote ever . what be tragic be that while the head unit be clearly a piece of junk , the speaker be all great , and it sound fantastic when it work . now Cambridge be not sell these any more . no surprise .
479	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I see a lot of negative review for this item ... I have have it for 1 month now and I have no issue . love the sound quality . this be a must buy good job vizio . also no lead issue .
56	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	pick this up last week from Vanns through Amazon . setup be a breeze . sound quality be excellent . Minimum number of wire . Optical audio to fio box hdmus to tv and two set of speaker wire . decent selection of free and premium internet audio and video app . I be tempt to drop a few of my pay service and subscribe to 1 or two all you can eat download subscription . the only negative be that after I program my hatmony remote it still do not automatically always go to the correct input .
59	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	we buy -lrb- and return -rrb- this Yamaha yht-s400 . in comparison , we also bought\/returned these product : - Samsung ht-c6500 - LG LHB335 - LG LHB535 - Sony e570 - Sony HT-CT150 we also listen to 6 other soundbar in the store . if you primary goal be to save space and have hdmus input , the $ 500 Yamaha yht-s400 deliver the best sound of the soundbar . you just have to be ok with the horizontal sub . if price be a concern , the $ 255 Sony ht-ct150 would be my second choice here . if you do not need hdmus input and want internal Blu-Ray with streaming content -lrb- netflix , youtube , etc. -rrb- , I recommend the $ 450 Sony e570 as the best option . simply use you tv 's hdmus input as you hub , and run the tv 's optical out to the Sony , and you be set . if space be a issue , just run it 3.1 -lrb- do not hook up the rear speaker -rrb- . if you do want hdmus input , internal Blu-Ray and streaming content , I would suggest you do not get the $ 542 Samsung ht-c6500 or either of the low-end lg . they have issue . instead , assume you have more vertical component space , I humbly recommend you get a decent hdmus receiver and grab the $ 135 Panasonic bd65 -lrb- blu-ray with streaming -rrb- .
284	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	I purchase a different sony about 5 month ago as a open box item from circuit city . -lrb- I 'll get to this one in a minute -rrb- when we get it home it accept a CD then decide not to give it back . then it refuse more cd 's . when you would turn the unit on the elevator would go up and down relentlessly and refuse to stop . argh , we take it in to send for repair -lrb- we buy the extend warranty -rrb- . 6 week later we find out it have to be send to Sony . 3 week later , sony say it have physical damage . when it be return it have new damage . somewhere in ship it be damage and due to that they refuse to fix it ! Circuit City make good -lrb- they note any physical damage prior to shipping and there have be none -rrb- and replace it with this dav-fc8 . for a couple of month it have work great . we forget about the old one until this last week when I try to put a dvd in and it loudly reject it . then the elevator do the up and down thing . argh , again . well , hopefully they do not damage it in shipping again and it will be fix this time . well , this be too much of a coincidence for we . we be officially unimpressed with the Sony dream Systems . do not get I wrong , we love Sony , we should own stock with how much we own of theirs just to get some money back out of we investment . the only thing leave in we house that be not Sony be we television . even we alarm clock be a Sony . we be so sure of Sony product that we last camcorder , we opt to not purchase the warranty from best buy . no trouble and we do not expect any . the dream system seem to have that corner .
889	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I have no complaint with the quality of this system . it sound great and the disc-changer be extremely quiet and fast compare to other . one word of caution : the satellite speaker be a bit larger than I expect . you can not tell it from the pic on this site , but without the stand each one be approximately the same height as the subwoofer . and do not assume that the elongate design make they any less bulky . they be still just as wide and deep as other satellite , only twice as tall . I start out with all four speaker on the stand provide and feel that they look ridiculous in my average size living room . the stand be silver plastic , have a large plastic base , and be not very thin . I end up wall-mounting the two rear speaker and buy skinnier metal stand for the front satellite . I could not be happier with the outcome .
736	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I be please with the the video and audio quality of this system . however , the 5-disc tray take a long time to load\/rotate and the dvd player be very picky . it would not play some of the dvd I purchase overseas -lrb- ntsc & region-free -rrb- that play fine in my other , less expensive , dvd player .
697	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	I purchase this system because it combine a up-converting dvd and hdmus in\/out function . if you be look for a smooth operation out of the box , this set be NOT for you . here be my concern : - cable connection to the speaker have a proprietary type plug on the back of the system . if they length be sufficient , then there be no problem . Troble be if you need you speaker farther away or need to go around the room to get to they . you can not buy the connector anywhere and Samsung only sell they along with the cable and , once again , not for longer run . I have to solder cable to the connector -lrb- after have rip apart the plastic on they -rrb- to be able to get to my back speaker - I use my HDMI in\/out function , connect the tv hd box in and connect out to the tv . this connection never work . I have to revert to connect my tv hd box directly to the tv via HDMI and use component video for the dvd\/home theater set . this be quite annoying because this be one feature I be look for since my hdtv have only one hdmus input . the problem seem to be in the connection of the two hdmus plug on the theater system since I could see my dvd out of that . if you tv have two hdmus input -lrb- as the most recent have -rrb- than you have no problem . - connect the audio from the hd box set via optic cable . this connection sometime loose completely the signal and I have to ` circle ' again through all the input option -lrb- aux1 -rrb- aux2 -rrb- hdmus -rrb- DIGITAL in -rrb- just to get my audio back on . this happen quite often when you switch channel a lot . - sync problem between image and sound : with the digital connection , I seem not to be able to precisely sync the image and sound - remote seem to be `` swallow '' battery power . first set of battery last two week , I then buy rechargeable battery but need to refresh they charge every two week or so . compare with other remote where battery life be at least six month . overall , a economic system that show all he problem .
904	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I have have to contact RCA multiple time because this player do not play anything . it will just randomly decide that dvd -lrb- brand new -rrb- be not of the right format ?! the first time I call RCA , they say I need to clean the lens and that they be go to send I a cleaning kit . it never come . I buy one myself , but cleaning be not the problem . the product do not work .
549	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	totally happy with this purchase . the bar be super slim and the sound be great . love the fact that you can connect three HDMI device to the system . Easy remote . the wife be happy , the kid be happy , I be happy .
814	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	surround sound effect amazing . no need to go to the movie anymore . we add the wireless unit for the surround speaker to avoid run wire to back of the room . dvd player very easy to hook up and use . very satisfied customer .
835	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I buy this system for two reason ; price and feature . I can switch between dvd , VCR and radio all on the front of the machine and I can change channel and chapter . most system just have play and stop on the front . the power be perfect for a apartment environment . just enough to still sound great . the only ding I give this unit at this time be that it only seem to decode 5.1 channel audio in dvd mode . surround sound channel from my cable box end up only in stereo , but the MATRIX set work ok to send sound to all the speaker .
513	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	other review be right : it take about 2 year before the dvd player malfunction . Ours do last night , after purchase it in oct 2002 . we be look at significant repair cost . awesome sound be N\/A if you can not enjoy the main function of the unit -lrb- video -rrb- .
401	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	this be a nice little home theater system and it serve the purpose for which it be intend . it be small , easy to put together , have detail instruction and produce a nice quality sound for watchinig movie without be too overwhelming . this be definitely for home use , so anyone who be look for a booming , thunderous effect in a larger area will not get it from this unit . I be unable to hook it up to my 20 year + stereo system , but that be no surprise . I also could not get that itsy bitsy remote to work . but these be not deal breaker and overall , it do quite well in my family room .
436	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I have have this theater system for a year and have work perfectly . LG make top quality product . I have this paired with a LG hdtv . be easy to install and have well design remote .
330	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	do not buy this product . the input in the back of the receiver do not work and will not work . i have it replace twice already and both have the same problem , so i be think its the product that be defective . i have a wius , xbox and ps3 and when i plug it in the back input system , only the audio work , but not the video . there be no video display in the tv . i have even call Sony customer service dept and they could not help I . they even tell I its because i have a sony bravium hdmus hdtv , that the high definition be not set correctly , but when i try it on my other tv , the sony trinitron regular crt tv , it do not work either . so the system be defective when it come to input receiver , other than this , the product deliver awesome sound that be very impressive .
113	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I search , research and review every thing I could find about home theater system for about 3 week before choose the Panasonic sc-ht400 . I select it for 3 reason ; value , performance and brand reputation . and my homework pay off . this system be easy to set up ; only take I 25 minute to set up the 400 and a Panasonic progressive scan dvd \/ hi-fi VHS combo unit . it also have lot of little extra and a clear instruction manual . but more important than any of that ; it sound incredible ! deep clear bass from the subwoofer , crisp and clear sound from the satellite and excellent preset and adjustment option . I find the sound quality to be on par with Pioneer 's receiver and jbl speaker . and this unit be just as amazing when play dvd 's as it be when listen to music . I whole heartedly recommend this system , especial in conjuction with the Panasonic pv-d4743 . this be the best home theater system I find ...
313	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I assemble it last night and figure where I want to put the speaker and what to do about the wiring etc. . it be early on but the assembly be simple and I be love the wireless rear speaker . the major part of my house be surround in rich music \/ movie \/ etc. . the coverage be absolutely amazing . as I say , it be early on but I be loving it .
140	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	my brother set it up for I . it work really good , no complaint .
419	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	I be tear between this unit and a similar Samsung unit , and I decide to go with this Sony because I have alway6s be please with Sony product . well , Sony definitely let I down on this one . first off this unit be easy to set up . it take longer to run the wire across the room than it do to actually hook it up . but the volume on this be sub-par . even on the max level volume -lrb- 35 -rrb- it still be not that loud . the main problem be the amount of bass that it produce . the bass be so overpowering that you can barely even hear people talk in the movie , and there be no way to adjust the level at all .
248	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I love my Phillips Surround Sound . I love the clarity of the sound and the ease of use be wonderful . my son-in-law hook it all up for I so I can not say much about that except he get finish very quickly . he love anything by Phillips . it be by he recommendation that I purchase this system . I think you would be very satisfied with this product .
920	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	wow ! , if you be ready for the digital sound , this be the system to start with that type of sound . I like a lot because the receiver have a lot of input and output and the satellite speaker be very comfortable . you do not have to spend a lot of money in a home theater because this be the best ! .
102	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I watch a lot of dvd 's and just recently I decide to buy a home theater system . the high end home theater be too much for my wallet so I look around for the home theater in a box . I see the LG lgdvt418 and love it . it come with 4 floor standing speaker , instead of 4 small one that you have to find a table to sit they on . the subwoofer give enough `` oomph '' for all the media that could play on the dvd , include dvd , audio cd , and even mp3 cd . overall this be a great bargain for anyone who want a home theater\/dvd player but not the home theater price .
778	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	the product be very good . please have in mind this be my first home Theather , so I can not compare with other product . I use for watch Netflix , youtube video , picasaweb photo . bluray and dvd , also , the sound quality be very good . you can download update , the last one I get some internet tv channel . moreover , it have a good price . I really recommend it .
886	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I have be around audio\/video equipment for a couple of decade , and I have see $ 15,000 component -lrb- farouja line doubler -rrb- or they equivalent go down to a small fraction of they price over the year . this be a fabulous example of how economic force have force price down . I set mine up today and I can hardly believe the quality of the picture and sound -lrb- for picture quality , of course , you need a monitor capable of 720 or whatever the number of line progressive scan dvd player put out -rrb- . now for sound , I have be around high-fi nut since the early ' 50 's , when some of the stuff be hardly in enclosed cabinet . you might not get better sound quality than this item put out until you get into thousand of dollar , plus a acoustically correct room . go for this , and spend the savings on dvd 's .
979	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I be use the ht305 as the core of a 7.1 sound system for we home theater set up . could not be happier with the result . also terrific for music : internet radio , old lp , mp3 all sound terrific . I buy a earlier set of Cambridge SoundWorks year ago and they be still deliver clear , crisp sound .
945	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I have enjoy the system , but the remote quit work the second day i have it . I send for a replacement remote , but they send I a entire new system . upon receive the new system the next remote do not work either . I be just go to send this back and get my money back . if it be impossible to make a remote that work , then rca do not deserve my money . I be sure if the remote work , this would be a nice system .
115	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	this system might be ok . I would need a instruction manual first . the system come without the manual and nobody seem to be able to find one . apparently this be a new system so there be no manual available for it ? one problem that we may or may not be able to fix be the input level for the dvd player . the volume level can not be adjust on this system it be alway playing too loud . so loud actually , that we can not even use the system because it be too loud . we might eventually be able to adjust the input volume level but we will need a instruction manual to do it . since there be no instruction manual available we will not be able to turn it down , or live with a system that perform this way . I be sure I will eventually have to return this item .
968	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	buy from costco for $ 179.99 . good enough for my bedroom . and I do not hear the hissing sound previous reviewer mention , I believe it must be something related at his\/her home .
229	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	this unit be a replacement for one that be steal out of we fifth-wheel trailer . we be hope it work as well as the original unit . we be very pleased with the davs500 unit and be happy to find a almost exact unit .
777	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	2	I purchase this htib and try it for a week . the passive sub be weak and the other speaker be too small . I have replace the system with a Onkyo ht-s5300 .
151	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	awesome sound system . I have want this set up for year , but could not afford it . I get this for half price ! it be suppose to be refurbish . it come with a full warranty and everything in the new box and packing look `` brand new ! '' I inspect everything closely and really think it be new ... either way , it sound GREEEAAAT !
286	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	after do a considerable amount of research on ` home theater in a box ' system , I decide to pick the Toshiba sd-43ht system . my budget be between $ 250 - $ 300 . this be actually price lower than that , so that be a bonus . more money to spend on dvd !  First - the dvd playback . this be progresive scan , and I have a hdtv . my old dvd player which I have have for a couple of year be not progressive scan , so I be really look forward to see what the big deal be with progressive scan .  wow !  after I get the systen set up I pop in `` the fast and the furious '' and cue up the first race scene . the picture be amazing ! it be worth note that I also pick up some monster component cable which should also be help in give a great picture . the picture be razor sharp and the color be very vivd and true to life . remember when you first switch over from VHS to dvd ? that be what it be like jump from `` regular dvd '' to progressive scan on this system . wow .  Next - the sound . this system come with 5 satellite speaker plus a subwoofer . the sub be not power , it be passive and get 70 watt . the satellite be 50 watts\/channel . so the sound system come in at under 400 watt . most system in this price range come in around 500 , so it be not as powerful . however , this sytem have excellent sound . again , the race scene in tf&f; look excellent , and the surround sound be awesome . very clean , pure digital sound . the subwoofer boom , and the satellite hold there own . it be plenty of power for I . you probably be not go to `` feel '' the sub like you would on a high-end system , but that ok . this system pump out the sound very well .  i plug my digital cable box into the dvd player\/reciever and be plesantly suprise to hear very clean , clear 5.1 surround sound come out of it . so now recgular televsion can be enjoy in surround sound ! also , cd sound great . it even read my mp3 cd with no problem !  overall I be very happy . I get what I pay for . this be not a $ 3,000 home theater system . but it pack a punch for the price for sure . definitly worth check out .
712	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	overall , a nice unit . not as powerful as the wattage would imply . some caveat : - the dvd player itself be quite loud ; during quiet passage of music or movie , it be a bit intrusive - the VCR and dvd unit be slow to respond to the keypress of the base unit or the remote , which be somewhat annoying . - the amplifier smell quite `` hot '' during the first few week , which make I worry about reliability . but I have have this unit for almost 6 month now and have be generally please with the performance and feature , especially for the price .
371	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I just purchase this a week ago . so far , so good ... the unit work well and sound good , the only real complaint be the lack of bass from the subwoofer . it be only a 6 1\/4 '' subwoofer , so I know the bass would not be extremely good , but I be hope for a little more . the satelite speaker work and sound great . good clear output from they . overall , a pretty decent product for the money .
226	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I buy this product a couple of month ago and have to agree with a previous review that Sony have simply combine a dvd component with a receiver component and speaker . therefore , setup be trickier because there be no detailed instruction on how the two component work together , except for draw show how the two system `` could '' be connect . but while I be no av expert , it be clear to I that setup of audio component can be achieve in a number of different way . I will say it take I more time that I desire to setup this system .  that be say , I have be very happy with the quality of the sound and output of the system . the 5 disc dvd player be great for shuffling cd and when play a dvd , the dvd player have a setting that automatically detect the dvd recording type and select the optimum setting .  initially I have problem figure out the remote . in fact , the instruction talk about `` when you press so and so button ,  text will be display '' but what be not clear be that they mean the text be display on you tv when in `` video mode '' , not on the dvd display . after I figure this out , adjust dvd setting be easy .  overall I like the system , the sound be very nice and be just what I be look for . I would say that if Sony would include some better documentation that would discuss the component together as a system they could alleviate a lot of the setup confusion .  I would buy this system again .
10	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I buy this system a few week ago , and it sound great ! we have a small living room and dont need the add boost to the bass that a bigger system would give , so this one be just prefect . it have all the feature of bigger model at a very affordable price .
200	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	the unit have good base sound and be convenient because the subwoofer be located in the unit itself . this make for a compact sound system with good sound . however , while the sound be good , the simulated surround sound be not a plus for I . I also be disapoint that there be no input for my ipod and no connection to the internet in order to play XM radio or Pandora . I do get the unit for a great price .
869	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	this system offer simplicity and powerful surround system . I notice if you setup the speaker in equatrial triangle from you listen position , you may enjoy the benefit of 5.1 virtual surround . the drawback be limited spot compare to regular 5.1 system . best when you play with dvd since it have multi-channel sound . I should lower the subwoofer level below normal for dvd movie . CD only produce stereo sound and the subwoofer level need to be adjust to higher level .
891	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I have have these speaker for 5 year and I guess it be long enough to give they a review . I be look for a chea ... inexpensive set of speaker to go with my -lrb- then new -rrb- denon receiver . after day of research I figure that big brand do not sell anything of quality that cheap , but I find a unknown company that people seem to like , Fluance . so I go to the website and buy these speaker . a few day later they come in nice double box . the main look pretty sturdy . they have golden plate connector on the back and can be doubled-wired -lrb- not that I think anyone will bother to do it -rrb- . after I hook they up -lrb- and after a break-in period -rrb- they start produce very clear sound . Bass be obviously not very deep . but you can not expect it and Fluance have a matching subwoofer now so it should not be a problem . unfortunately back and especially center be much smaller and less powerful -lrb- minus one star -rrb- . sound from the center be not that great especially with music . I wish they put a bigger one in the package but after all it be reasonably ok with movie so I be still keep it . although , again , Fluance have a matching center speaker for sale -lrb- I guess it be part of they marketing strategy -rrb- . after four year of use they I be think of buy a `` brand name '' speaker but I can not convince myself to spend 10 time more money to get something that be only 10 percent better . people seem to think that Fluance be `` white van '' speaker and they be obviously not . I be yet to find something in this price range that sound even remotely that good . and you can always put a fake logo on they to show they off to you friend ...
767	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	the small iLive minus 2.1 Home theater system with dock for iPod & CD player be just right for my purpose . it sound great despite small speaker -lrb- 3 -rrb- . remote work fine . I be integrate the system with a satellite radio receiver . the only issue I have with the unit be that I must use the audio input on the front of the receiver to connect the satellite receiver audio output cabel and there be no balance control for the speaker . the audio connection be a male to male 3.5 mm stereo plug . the `` Aux Audio Input '' on the rear of the receiver will not work for this use & be mean for a t.v. audio input . I do not plan on use this for a t.v. system , but the varied connection on the back of the unit allow for a number of connection such as s-video , hdmus , component , auxilliary , coaxial , composite as well as am\/fm antenna . look good & I hope it last a long time .
380	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I buy this for a small 1br apartment and it be everything I could ask for and more . I spend a long time compare Home Theatre Systems and choose this one because it have the most feature at a reasonable price point . I have a Sony Bravia 32 '' that connect to the stereo system and that make it very easy to control volume and power on\/off the system and tv together use the original tv\/cable remote . the three HDMI port be great for CABLE , PS3 , and a extra port to connect my laptop , and when the system be off the pass-through option allow you to continue use you tv as if the system wasnt connect . the speaker and sub woofer sound great and I love the auto-calibration mic , it make everything very simple . there be more than enough wire for front and rear speaker , the center speaker cord be a little small , and the gauge be just the right size to be hide from sight under carpet and around wall . the hts-s370 be a great buy and make play video game and watch tv and movie more enjoyable . pro : great sound , lot of wire , easy setup con : none ! note : I be not too sure why , but I use lcpm on PS3 and still my video game play in 720p not 1080p
491	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	we have be want to get a home theater audio system for some time so when we anniversary come around , we decide it be the perfect time to purchase one . I go online and do extensive research on different home theater option . we opt for a htib due to its cost and ease of installation\/use . since we already own both a dvd\/vcr combo unit as well as a dvd recorder , we do not want to purchase a htib with a include dvd player and in essesce , pay for another dvd . we narrow it down to the Sony ht-ddw760 and the Panasonic scht-05 . they be both good choice for a htib without a include dvd player . while the Sony ht-ddw760 have more input that its little brother ht-ddw660 , it still only have two digital input which have we lean towards the Panasonic . we go down to we local electronics store to listen to they . unfortunately , they only have the Panasonic hook up but it be enough to convince we . we purchase a scht-05 that evening . the setup be relatively simple . all of the speaker wire go into the subwoofer and out into the satellite . Panasonic set up many of they home theater system this way with the sub contain the amp for the whole system . then , there be a single proprietary cable that connect the slim silver receiver to the sub . several people recommend that you spend money to upgrade the speaker wire . we have some 14ga stranded speaker wire that we want to use . however , the connection slot for the speaker wire prove to small to use the 14ga . be aware of this if you want to use heavier wire than what be supply . we end up use the wire provide with the system . the three digital input be a huge draw for we to get this system and we have not be disappoint . there be two optical and one digital coaxial . we have purchase cable on eBay and it make hook up we a\/v component a breeze . there be also generous rca stereo input as well , if you component do not have digital audio out . we use the three digital input for we digital cable , dvd recorder , and dvd part of we dvd\/vcr combo unit . we then hook up the vcr via the stereo rca . there be four level of subwoofer output . it be very simple to change . while I know there be more powerful sub out there , the one include in this system rumble , shake and vibrate the house capably . also the speaker setup mode make it easy to ensure that the speaker be balance for you room . we have a open concept floorplan which mean that we living room area be quite large . the Panasonic scht-05 can amply fill the space with sound . the Dolby Digital and DTS decode be excellent . we still be shock at time to hear all the sound effect when we watch a dvd . it freak out we poor dog to hear sound come from so many direction . the system add immeasurably to the movie watch experience . you can fine tune the sound setting if need but we do not find it necessary . the Dolby ProLogic II work great . since so many program on cable\/satellite be in stereo , the plius convert two channel sound into surround . it make the system much more usable . in short , you can not go wrong with this system . while it do not have component video switching or similar high end feature , it do a excellent job of what it be design to do . the low cost and easy setup make it a perfect addition to any home that already own a dvd player . we could not be more please with we purchase .
585	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I write a review below , where the unit freeze up and I have to unplug it overnight to make it work . just a update : Sony have have my unit for a month , can not fix it , and can not send I a new one back because `` we do not have any dvd player '' accord to Eric . '' and by the way , we can not tell you when you 'll get one . I have literally have a broken unit since January , and no estimate when I 'll get one . I pay Netflix $ 20\/month for ... nothing .  why would you want one of these in you home , when Sony do not even have any ?  just look at all the review below , this be a piece of junk , and the service be beyond horrible . as one Sony customer support person explain to I : `` Mr. Vaughn , life be full of inconvenience ''
849	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	sound be good for the price , bass could be better . disc look great . one flaw to be aware of . I try to use the follow hookup and it would not work : Satellite HDMI out -rrb- 335 hdmus in -rrb- 335 hdmus out -rrb- Projector HDMI in the 335 would not output any sound while connect to the projector . if I disconnect the projector , sound . weird . I call LG support and they validate this . I guess that if I have it hook up to a tv that have audio I would not have this issue . so beware ...
132	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I just receive this theater system yesterday and it be wonderful . I find it very easy to setup , the direction be very easy to follow and understand even if you be not electronically incline . plus the manual be not a 100 page book you have to read to learn how to run the system . I love the design of the system also . Panasonic make the dvd 5 disc changer look really cool by make the front of it look like a mirror . also around the volume knob , it glow with blue light when you turn the system on . the speaker be silver and have a nice design . the tall -lrb- long -rrb- speaker be the front speaker and the smaller one go in the back of the room . the nice thing be that all the speaker be capable of hang on the wall . also , pole that be attach to the tall front speaker -lrb- as show in the picture -rrb- can be use for the back speaker instead if you like . so there be option with this system . the performance of the system be amazing and at the price I get it for , you can `` t go wrong . the dvd player be quick when change disc and quiet . there be also a lot of setup option . you can ajust the subwoofer level from the remote , many different picture view , sound setting for cd 's , and speaker adjustment to name a few . also , there be ton of input for you extra device . I have the VCR and 3 game system hook up to it . I also like the fact that it have the option for component cable hook up for the tv . I buy some of those cable last night and the picture do look better . I love the subwoofer . it be pretty hefty but definately worth it . there be 4 different bass level you can set it on and it be POWERFUL . I put in the chronicle of Riddick and it shake the floor and my cat hide for the rest of the night . you have to be careful though . I live in a apartment and the bass can be hear clearly and heavily outside the apartment and I do not have the volume up very loud at all . but with the subwoofer adjustment , you can find a setting that work best for you . I suggest this product for everyone . it work so great and it be such a good value for the money that I be tell all my friend about it .
949	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	pro : - it work nice - relatively easy to install - it be not expensive for what you get - good sound - 3d and blue ray support con : - it be not interactive -lrb- no screen menu -rrb- - it do not process hd sound -lrb- available in Blue Rays and many dvd -rrb- - installation instruction and manual be only available on CD and be a bit difficult to follow - front speaker bar , which contain the right , leave and center speaker be nice look but it do not deliver . leave speaker stop work after two month ; I replace the sound bar with individual speaker and it be the best thing I could have ever do . - cable look cheap ; I follow the advice circulate on the internet and buy a good set of cable -lrb- monster cable -rrb- . overall it be a good product and be worth what you pay .
2	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	I purchase this system after read good review . when I set up this system I immediately notice lack of TREBLE . the system do not let you adjust treble , mid-range & base but it have pre-set sound such as Rock , Pop & so on ... I try all the preset but could not get any crisp treble from any of the setting . I try it with dvd , CD and the radio but there just be not enough treble but just dull sound as if you be listen to stereo system make in the '70 . I be return this system for either jvc or Panasonic . this be the last Sony I buy as far as home theater go . I be extremely disappointed .
416	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	DO NOT BUY if you dont have a amp and a reciever . first of all , the speaker be puny . next you need a amp to get 100watts as advertise . wait theres much more , you need a reciever too . and last but not least , this item be refurbish ! - which be not advertise as you can see .
739	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	its a good product love the sound ... only problem be connect to the internet but after search over the internet that seem common for samsung ststem .
537	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	I be new to sound system , and be by no mean a audiophile . what I want be something to improve the sound from my tv in a small space -lrb- a den -rrb- . for that purpose alone , the system work fine . however , the reason this get 3 star and not 4 be that no matter how the setting be adjust , the sound seem to come predominantly from the sound bar , which sound thin to I . the rear speaker , which be quite small , seem to produce very little sound . be it better than my tv ? absolutely . it also have a small footprint , which be important to I . what get I be the price . I just do not feel it be worth the amount pay . I regret not give the lesser expensive Yamaha htib with individual side speaker a try instead of this sound bar system .
645	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	this system continue to blow I away . it have all the power you could want , great sound satellite and a serious subwoofer . the reciever be a great quality piece . I have absolutely to quibble about with this system ; I think it sound as good if not better than system that be double the price . movie be amazing , and music sound great in the Direct , unprocessed mode .
908	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	this be the second rca home theater system we have have in three year . the first one last 2.5 year with problem start 14 month after purchase . the latest one rtb10223 last only 14 day !! I will not purchase another rca system again . this stuff be absolute pure crap !
235	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	I just set up mine yesterday . it sound great , dvd sound excellent . Plays everything include svcd but on certain scene the picture start scroll and you can not do anything about it . sound be more than good enough for a small room . problem with av : I connect my vcr\/cable tv through av1\/av2 but now sometimes the color appear too bright or the picture start scroll on certain channel . but if I connect vcr\/cable to tv directly then they work fine . the remote control do not control anything else and no universal remote control work on this dvd player . AM\/FM tuner be great but , the subwoofer do not work while play FM . mp3 and all tv channel sound great with sub . overall its worth the money -lrb- $ 80 -rrb- on sale . while watch Cable tv I take video signal which come directly to tv and sound from this system and the combination be great .
452	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	I go shopping for a decent dvd player expect to pay up to $ 200 . I be surprise to discover a entire home cinema system available for less . it be easy to assemble but more importantly , the sound option come out of this system kick butt . I enjoy a wide range of musical creativity -lrb- sneeker pimp to Bach -rrb- as well as dvd diversion . this system step up to the job . I just hope it last .
771	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I just buy this system to take advantage of my movie and game . and man , do it ever ! this system be great in everyway the sound be just incredable . I hook up my Sony dvd Player , XBOX , Playstation 2 , Gamecube and VCR to this system and it blow I away . it be like watch a movie for the first time and play a game for the first time . I highly recommend this system to everyone . best system ever .
344	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	Wish the negative review have be on Amazon when we family first purchase 2 of these system . even when the product work , it be painfully slow to change & read disc ; now both we unit have the develop the same problem other have report , namely get stick on `` standby '' instead of turn off , refuse to read dvd , and get stuck playing cd . so yes , it be not a fluke , this be a defective product , if you get hold of one and it be not break yet , it will be eventually . however , I still use it as a surround sound system , and must admit it sound pretty good , but I have to plug a cheapo dvd player into a av input -lrb- it only have 2 . . -rrb- to watch dvd with surround ... which be absurd , but I can thank Sony for make this ripoff . and for what it be worth : leave the system off when not use it seem to improve its longevity .
422	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	the satellite speaker sound fantastic and be easy to place throughout you room . the subwoofer drive low and hard and shake my entire house , even at time I swear I can not hear it . Center be not too large and yet sound better than the one it replace which be huge . the only realy criticical review here on Amazon regard these speaker be one idiot that give it one star because the one he get be defective . these be , by far , the best speaker available under $ 800 - $ 1000 . check the stereo review on they for absolute detail . I can only really tell you how they sound to I . they bring life back to my five year old receiver .
415	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	one previous review mention that this unit would not have 5.1 sound if connect to a cable box with the 2-channel audio -lrb- red\/white -rrb- cable . this be not true , 5.1 sound be encode on only two channel . you will get 5.1 sound from a cable box if the program be encode in 5.1 . another nice feature be that with the Dolby pro Logic II , you get decent simulated 5.1 sound even with normal stereo program . this system be unbeatable for the money . I pay $ 400 after rebate from Costco , and the system include speaker stand . for the money , you get a 5-disk dvd\/cd changer , a VCR , a AM\/FM tuner , a surround sound amplifier and 5 speaker and a subwoofer . I be very pleased with this unit and would buy it again . add surround sound really make movie come alive . there be a few thing that could be better about this system . first , the remote be horrid . it will do everything , but it be very difficult to use . you will need to read the manual . for some strange reason , the volume adjustment only appear on - screen when play dvd , not when play tape or watch tv . the channel number do not appear on screen until about 2 seconds after the channel be change . there be a front panel display of channel number , but the slow on-screen display be quite annoying . the clock be suppose to set automatically , but mine would not . the clock be not difficult to set manually . the dvd send output to the composite output , s-video , and component video . however , the VCR only send output on the composite output so you will need both composite and s-video connection to you tv if ou want to take advantage of the S-Video . it would be nice if the VCR would also output on the S-Video connector , this would simplify connection to the tv . I wish there be a way to use the built-in tv speaker as either a center channel or front right\/left speaker . this should be easy and cheap to add , but I have not yet find a unit that support it . one last little gripe , the power rating of this system be totally bogus . there be no way that the speaker could handle they rate power , and I seriously doubt the unit can actually put out 550w of audio power . the drive level be ample for home use , but the rating be crazy . all manufacturer seem to be do this these day .
363	HomeTheaterSystem	NEU	3	the unit work nicely and the sound be great for the price . I be surprised how much bass come from the passive subwoofer . it be quite handy to be able to switch HDMI input with the push of a remote button , no get up . then one day tward the end of the warrenty period , the system would not turn on . all that would happen be a flash red light . Sony support be helpfull try to diagnose the problem and decide it be a issue that have to be repair at the factory . then my wife have a medical emergency and end up in the hospital for a couple of day . my problem with the system be long forget and it still sit by the tv not work . would have give it 5 star if it still work .
810	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	after read many of the review on Amazon , I feel comfortable buy this little rca sound system for my apartment . it so far have meet and exceed my expectation . it have a good enough quality sound , the subwoofer really give a good base sound . at time it could be a little louder on the other speaker , where I have a hard time hear what some people be say even though the overall sound be high . nevertheless , it do the job just fine . I would recommend this product . good value for the price .
144	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I attach this home theater system to my Mac pro use a optical audio -lrb- toslink -rrb- cable . iTunes never sound so dramatically pure . the clarity of sound be amazing and I be more than thrill at my computer gaming experience . the subwoofer fit comfortably under my desk and the two satellite speaker be perch at the extreme end of my desk . the Onkyo have the option of attach a total of 5 satellite speaker to create a 5.1 sound system , but the lack of real estate on my desk would make that configuration cumbersome . the two main reason I choose Onkyo be my current experience with a 7.1 home theater system which I absolutely love , and the ability to connect to this system use optical digital cabling . there be no electrical interference from nearby cell phone or other electromagnetic spectrum polluter , and the digital sound be deliver from the source untrammeled to the amplifier .
207	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	good value to I the sound be great and have the speaker apart . Bass be load enough for I and have it hook up to a cheap tv which really improve the sound . this system be very hard to find .
365	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I buy these speaker for my boyfriend 's birthday after much research . after read all the review I decide on these & I be glad I do : -rrb- very easy to set up , and the sound that come out of these speaker be very good . not incredible but much better than we tv speaker . we be get to the point of have to turn the tv all the way up just to hear the dialogue on some movie . well no more ! music sound really good too , can not wait for football season to see what these baby can do !
255	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	this soundbar with rear speaker be great for what they be and they price range . this review be more about a mini-tutorial on how to mount the rear speaker to  bose ufs-20 Universal Floor stand -lrb- pair -rrb- - black  I do not like the other universal stand available so I decide to make the bose one work b\/c they look great , be sturdy , and hide the speaker wiring . what you will need : tool : drill 1\/4 '' drill bit philip screwdriver Allen wrench Materials : 2 x 1\/4-20 x 1\/2 Allen screw -lrb- like this , http:\/\/dmpfasteners.com\/shop\/1-4-20-x-1-2-allen-screw-ss-891 -rrb- cost : less than $ 1 Notes : the Allen head screw be extremely important b\/c the head on they be only a bit larger than the thread , which will be important to allow for it to fit properly . I originally buy some standard philip head screw , but the head to too large to fit on the bracket . also , I could not find the thread size for the rear satellite speaker anywhere , so here it be 1\/4 '' -20 . step : 1 . take off the bracket from the bose speaker and flip it over . Notice that it be symmetrical and will fit on the speaker stand `` upside-down . '' 2 . drill a 1\/4 '' hole through the `` upside-down '' bracket as close to the top as possible . -lrb- tip : use a punch or a Phillips screwdriver with a hammer to mark you drill spot , so the drill do not wander -rrb- 3 . put the `` upside-down '' bracket with you new hole back on the bose speaker stand 4 . feed you speaker wire through the bracket as instruct in the bose owner manual -lrb- you will have to take off the connector at the back of the Vizio satellite speaker wire with a small Phillips screwdriver to do so -rrb- 5 . use a 1\/4-20 x 1\/2 Allen screw to attach the speaker to the stand . 6 . enjoy ! note : because we have flip the bracket and drill a new hole , we have retain the original bose mount hole as well . if you ever buy bose speaker and want to mount they on the bracket , simply flip it back over .
149	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	I love these speaker , my previous setup be a Onkyo amp with bose speaker and we finally realize that we do not listen to movie at imax level so have a clean look be more we style . the Vizio System be definatly the clean look with good sound we be look for . I have have no problem connect to the sub and I think it sound great . the only thing I would like to have be the blue tooth connectivity that some other system offer .
578	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	5	this system be very affordable and have a great sound ! I have a new audio cd that come double with the same cd only in 5.1 surround sound and I be blow away by this system sound ... it be awesome ! I highly recomend it .
820	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	the audio review prompt I to buy this system and take my chance with the high incidenet of report led volume failure . I have have the unit for two month , the volume indicator do fail , but the system do not require they to enjoy the beautiful sound the system produce and I be content with my decision . but I contact Vizio and they arrange for a pre autherized return swap . they send you a new system , put a suspend charge on you credit card , then when you get the system install it and put the old equipment in the shipping container and return it . the deal include prepaid Fed x shipping both way . when Vizio recieve it the credit card charge be cancle . it be a new painless way to get a new system . and although the tech do not say it I get the feeling that with the new system will come from a new production run and I probable would not experience the same failure again . yes , it be a pain to have to deal with the return , but the sound system be very good for the price and Vizio handle the replacement in a profesional manor .
173	HomeTheaterSystem	POS	4	good system with a great sound quality . the cd\/dvd be flexible with regard to us\/european dvd format . altogether lot of feature , but along with that lot and lot of wire . Speaker wire be not long enough for a reasonably size room . to be able to properly use the system , read the manual . even obvious functionality be not necessarily easy to figure out without it . anyone figure out why you need 2 remote control for this combination ? consolidation would be nice , since other electronic gadget each have they own .
529	HomeTheaterSystem	NEG	1	this system have several design flaw . one be the remote control design - intermittent at best . another be the tray design . it misalign itself , and scrape up the disk inside . do not buy this product . Panasonic need to go back to the draw board on this one . this really should have 0 star , but that be not a option . a waste of time here .