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| 316 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 if you be look for a all-in-one home theater system with all the new goody , then this be definitely the one to look for . at -lrb- $ $ $ -rrb- , it have pro logic ii , a feature not usually find on other system with similar price , which actually convert you normal stereo sound to 5.1 surround -lrb- now my tv sound surround ! -rrb- . it also have progressive scan too , a big plus . it play mp3 , VCD , CD-R\/RW beside dvd . furthermore , the player look very cool with its metallic casing . on the minus side , the speaker look mediocre like some -lrb- low-end -rrb- computer speaker , but the sound be clear and crisp . the remote that come with it look like -lrb- low-end -rrb- plastic , very unattractive . anyway , what I really care be the numerous function of the remote . in short , if you be look for a budget home theater with all the function , then this be the one you should go for . | |
| 220 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 we buy this system about 4 month ago when move into a new place . when compare it to higher price Sony model and whatnot , we find this one to have the most and best feature for the most reasonable price . Pioneer be well know for its high standard in audio quality and be probably one of the best in the industry . it have 5 speaker plus a subwoofer . the speaker be back right , back left , front right , front left , and one that go on top of you television . the overall appearance be very impressive . the subwoofer can either stand up or lay on its side , which ever you prefer . we decide to put it under the couch to create a more realistic and captivating effect . the dolby digital encoding in this thing be superior . for example , in a movie a car could be drive from the left of the screen to to the right and the sound of the automobile will actually seem to move across you room because of the effect the speaker produce . it be as if you be actually in a theater . very deep clear sound . we preview many different home theater system from best buy and other electronics store and this one be by far the best . it have a cleaner , crisper , deeper , more resonant sound than other model such as the more expensive sony . no hiss or click sound like the other produce because they can not handle the amount of sound . also , it have ton of different preset theater surround sound you can pick from to give you dvd the best sound possible . some of they that I can remember off hand be Action , Drama , musical , virtual Surround 1 , Virtual Surround 2 -lrb- my favorite -rrb- , and there be many many more that I can not remember right now . another feature that make this model superior to its competitor be that it be all in one unit . the receiver and 5-dvd changer be all in one so you do not have to worry about the bulk that other system cause . this be especially helpful if you live in a small place or a apartment ... or if you just do not want alot of equipment take up alot of space . we have ours in a small stand with a VCR and Playstation 2 and everything fit just fine . also , if you be worry about the 5-dvd changer ... I have have some in the past that have break , but this one be incredibly smooth and do not glich at all . Superior workmanship . one of the best thing about this system be that you can run anything through the surround sound system . we go to RadioShack and buy some extra cord and be able to connect we VCR and Playstation 2 through the surround sound system . you would not believe the effect this thing produce . it be amazing . when you can not rent something on dvd , you can rent it on VHS and still get the same surround sound effect . there be probably even a way to hook the actual tv through the system , but we have not figure it out yet , or we have not buy the right cord . but it do have a tv option , so I be sure that you could . another thing that I must add in be the amazing quality of video . this dvd system produce crystal clear picture . you can definitely tell the difference between a movie in my Sanyo VCR and a dvd in my Pioneer . also , I use to have a Panasonic dvd player prior to this purchase , and the Pioneer look 10 time better . very clear . great color balance and depth . amazing . Pioneer definitely take a step up with this home theater system . the all around package be just incredible . the $ ... you be spend be definitely worth it . especially since some of the higher price model do not even have many of the feature or sound capacity that this model pack . we already know Pioneer be great with sound , and now the Video capability open up a whole new world of Home Theater Entertainment . | |
| 848 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 nice home theater system . at a reasonable price , you get a complete home theater system with blu-ray player along with access to Netflix , Youtube , Pandora etc. . so far , I be loving it . Easy to setup . the sound quality be great even at loud volume . the bass be good too - shake my floor ! Netflix , Pandora , Youtube work well . easily connect to a external hard drive\/flash drive - can enjoy watch video , music , and photo through the portable media . the iPod doc work great too . I would say , for listen to music and watch movie in a apartment , this be a great find . the only feature miss be independent control over the bass . there be a sound effect call `` bass blast '' which can be select , but other than that no control over the range of frequencies\/volume of the bass individually . | |
| 276 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 Digital input often produce loud static when you go from hdtv to normal tv . dvd will not alway play unless you unplug the unit and wait awhile before try again . I just hope there be a firmware upgrade someday . I have never be so unhappy with a major purchase . | |
| 776 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I have come to find that the `` Whistle '' sound in deed be true but it do not make the noise all the time . just when I first turn the system on , and the volume have to be low . otherwise when the sound be up you can not hear it even if there be no sound come out . -lrb- silence -rrb- if the system have be on for a little while , even if the volume be low , you do not hear the `` whistle '' sound . good product . good sound . for the price , you can not beat it . the option be nice . I like the fact that you can control you ipod from the receiver and see the control on you tv , just remember you do need to have composite connection to you television . otherwise if you have it connect as I first do -lrb- hdmus -rrb- you will not be able to see the ipod control on you tv . you could still listen to it , but you can not control it through the receiver . the video be crystal clear , as it should be . but even if you be not watch a blu ray , the dvd 's be still crystal clear . I will actually be get a different sound system for my live area , but this would be a good in bedroom sound and video set up . decent product , but could be better . for the price , you can not beat it ! | |
| 202 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be a very high quality receiver with ample inputs\/outputs -lrb- 4 s-video input ; 3 assignable -lrb- 2 optical , 1 coax . -rrb- digital audio input -rrb- and great audio capability , include Dolby pro II -- a improvement over original that you can actually hear . dvd with Dolby Digital or DTS produce amazingly good sound on this system , although subwoofer can be a little boomy . note that these speaker be unusually large compare to similar price home theater system . check size if you have limit space or prefer less intrusive electronics . -lrb- whole system come in a single box that be about the size of -- and weigh about as much as -- a medium size refrigerator . -rrb- I look a long time and do not find a system -lrb- or individual component for that matter -rrb- that provide combination of quality , feature and price as the ht-s650 . | |
| 555 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I want to get a home theater for my bedroom , not that I want it knock my sock off or blow I away , but want to experience the same kind of sensation that I get in my living room when view a dvd or vcd . I buy this re-manufactured , as to not put too big of a dent into my budget -lrb- basically , I be a cheapskate ! -rrb- hooked everything up and I be pleased , first because it work out of the box and instruction be quite clear , with minor exception , which I will get to later . I immediately try a dvd , mp3 disk and vcd , it be all good , view angle , Dolby , FF , fr and chapter seek . very crisp output , video and audio and surprizingly quite resonant . there be some plus and minus , the plus , besides what I mention above . 1 . considerable versatility , couple of additional set of imput for tv and aux -lrb- can hook up my ipod to it -rrb- . 2 . sound option , for VCD and CD , which be stereo , simulated Dolby be available utilize all the speaker output , rather than just the sub and front pair , in stereo mode . 3 . shuffle mode for CD 's . I really enjoy this feature , but it will only do this per disk , not shuffle through the disk to play select song . not a big thing , but it be my first experience with finding shuffle feature on 5 disk dvd\/cd . 4 . remote be lay out quite well and be readable , something that I have have difficulty with on other . 5 . Change disk while one be play , however , you can not get to all of they when you do this , unless you be Houdini . 6 . sub-woofer be awesome for bass and I love bass !! negative : -lrb- minor for most people and the reason I do not give 5 \* 's -rrb- 1 . Speaker wire be not long enough for rear speaker , but this be not uncommon from other home theater that I have help to set up or set up on my own . 2 . external FM antenna be a wire only , although it do work , it look cheap and can not hook up to coaxial cable to utilize other hook up option . 3 . no preset mixer , but tonal quality -lrb- bass and treble -rrb- be available , but you need to go through a bunch of change to reach this menu and video have to present to see what you do , unless you can remember the step . my mind be not a steel trap . all in all , this be better and more than expect , in output , ability , overall appearance , functionality , remote and this guy rock ! heck , I be think of put this one in my living room instead , but think better of it . Engineered very well and well think out . think I be pleased , you be exactly right , if you say yes ! I would heartily recommend this unit to those thinking of diving into the home theater pool . | |
| 787 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I puchase this system a few day ago and be quite pleased with its performance . the dvd playback be fantastic - you really feel the surround sound - and the speaker work well . it can get pretty loud too . the only minor issue I have be when I be in `` tv '' mode the sound come out of the rear speaker be pretty low . I have experiement with all of the mode but can not seem to be able to get they up to the volume I would like . this be not a problem when play a dvd or use the radio tuner , however . set up be extremely easy and a complete `` no-brainer '' . great system for a great price . | |
| 882 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I buy this Samsung base on the good review on this board , and because I have a Samsung tv . it be replace my $ 99 AMW soundsystem . I be fairly happy with my AMW , but it break after about 6 month . obviously bad quality . I think the Samsung would be ton better , consider it be three time the price ! not so . if the sound be better , I can not tell the difference . one thing be for sure , the dvd player be considerably worse - not only do it skip over most of my dvd-r 's , but it be loud ! yes , the dvd reader be loud when play - if you have the sound turn low , you can hear the laser seek through the disk . annoying as heck . other item be find sub-par : 1 -rrb- no disc memory - if you turn off the player , you start the dvd from the beginning . 2 -rrb- the remote look like it be design in the 80 's . no ergonomics , and certainly not easy to see\/use . it could not even be program to control my SAMSUNG tv . 3 -rrb- it be kind of annoy to have to run audio cable again , consider I already have some in place under my carpet . but samsung be nice enough to put cable attachment -lrb- that serve no purpose -rrb- on the end so they be not interchangable . they be standard wire themselves , so can be reuse with other system if you cut off the connector , but you can not put regular cable on the unit . 4 -rrb- the fan on the back be not too loud , but I \* can \* hear it . I think it be just a little weird to have a fan at the back . since it be not even inside the case , I imagine the skilled engineer at Samsung find that the test system run too hot , so attach this fan to solve the problem . not a big deal , something to keep in mind . 5 -rrb- there be not a lot of menu control that can be adjust for the sound or picture . 6 -rrb- mp3 playback be severely limited and extremely slow . sequential only , and to skip past track mean wait about 3 seconds per song . 7 -rrb- last but not least , there be no fast forward or REWIND . not all dvd movie have good chapter mark , some do not have any . since the player have no memory , you would have to play through the whole movie if you want to get to the part where you leave off . not worth the trouble . this baby be go back ! | |
| 418 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I be very satisfied with this product , give it 4 star only because I do not have a lot of comparison . you get a lot of feature for dollar in the $ 300 + range : dvd\/vcr , 5.1 surround , 6 speaker , a multitude of custom setting , auxillary input , component video output , s-video output , progressive scan , mp3 capable , 220 watt of power , and more . I recently have Terminator 3 in the dvd player , and really rattle the room . I have mine hook up with a DISH Network box and frequently play the digital music channel through the surround speaker . I also use the mp3 feature , and have put several of my favorite album on a cd-r in mp3 format and let it spin for hour . the picture quality with CVI output look great . all in all , this be a great value for a theater system , the only thing better would be to spend more and get a 5-disc changer . I be very happy with the purchase . | |
| 830 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 solid system for a certain type of person , with a certain type of requirement . I give the one I buy away , but it be cheep and it work ! | |
| 204 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 this model have a major flaw . Whenever a CD or dvd be play , a fairly loud high-pitched hum can be hear from the front 2 speaker . at first I though I just have a bad unit . I return it and get another - same problem . I replace that one - same problem . finally I check out the floor model in a retail store - same problem ! the scht95 be unusable - the sound be so loud that it make it impossible to enjoy listen to you cd or dvd . two other problem : the unit get extremely hot and it take a very long time to switch between disc . Panasonic should discontinue this model . | |
| 558 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I be happy with this purchase . what a difference from just my tv volume . | |
| 69 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 at the store I think this thing be go to be great . I compare this to many other system and it seem to be much better . the one thing that hook I when I buy it be that you have the capability to go wireless . FIRST unfortunately , the bright engineer at Panasonic decide to have the wireless home theater system operate at the same frequency as a wireless home network . so , if you be as lucky as I , do not expect to be on the internet and use you Panasonic home theater at the same time -lrb- assume you have get the wireless addon -rrb- . second this unit do not have any reasonable audio input . very dissappointing . I be not sure that I would have find a better deal , nonetheless I would definitely not have purchase it know what I know now . | |
| 722 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 can not find any tech datum for this item ? can not rate this item . | |
| 593 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 like the unit i like most sony product easy to setup . wish it have more than hdmus input | |
| 813 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I buy two of these unit . brand new . one of they arrive DOA . there be no indication anywhere of any packing damage and everything appear brand new in physical appearance . obviously , not the end of the world , as Amazon will send a new one and\/or refund you , but RCA should not be release doa brand new product , even if they be at rock bottom price ! the unit that be work , so far , seem nice . the speaker be indeed tiny , but the cable be nice and long , and produce a good surround effect . the input be only stereo -lrb- eg just leave and right -rrb- , but personally that be all I need . it come with a remote which can adjust the volume to specific pair of speaker -lrb- eg front pair , rear pair , center speaker , subwoofer -rrb- - this be very useful for calibrate a room . | |
| 325 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I like dvd\/vcr combo for simplicity -lrb- one less remote to worry about -rrb- and want a upgrade w\/decent sound quality . the Panasonic scht820v certainly deliver impressive sound quality ! physical setup be easy , the only snag be the discovery that you \* must \* use the include video cable to connect the main unit to you tv as the antenna\/catv cable hookup -lrb- unlike other system -rrb- only pass you antenna\/cable signal to you tv , \* not \* the dvd\/vhs signal . include speaker wire be refreshingly long -lrb- 33 ' for the 2 l\/r ss speaker -rrb- . Picture quality be excellent on a std 36 '' tv -lrb- especially w\/the s-video hookup I use -rrb- and individual speaker delay\/volume be adjustable for personal preference . lot of feature list in the spec so no need to rehash they here but the 5 cd\/dvd changer be nice allow you to store a couple of music cd in the system while still loading\/watching dvd as you want . my only complaint be that the remote be a little complicated\/cumbersome to use -lrb- the manual answer all question -rrb- . I would have give this system 4.5 star because of this but to be honest this be nothing that a little practice will not take care of . I would buy this system again . | |
| 984 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 when i first hook it up and test it , it sound a little weak , but i go through the menu and everything be turn down , like the volume for the speaker and subwoofer , once i put it up the sound be amazing , the bass come from the woofer seem like a 100 watt system rather than a 70 . i reccommend this for any room small or large , you will not be dissapointed especially at this price . | |
| 109 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I get SO Tired of the ever-spiralling theater ticket ! for the price of a couple ticket , couple Pepsis and a tub of buttered popcorn , you can buy two or three dvd ! no more someone talk over the movie plot ; no someone kick the back of you seat the whole time no matter how many time you ask they to stop ; no stick floor from drop drink ; no eegit scream `` do not go in there , man ! '' or `` what till you see where he kill here '' thus reveal the whole plot because that be the 12th time the saw the movie today !!! no traffic jam or parking on the far 40 ! now you can sit in the comfort of you own home and watch what you want , and if someone talk over a crucial point in the plot ... hey , rewind !! the power of the speaker be amazing , once you experience the range of sound rock you house with Dobey Sensurround you will wonder how you ever do without this system before . be easy to install , love the multiple dvd changer ... you will be able to put all three ring movie in at once and sit back and satisfy you addiction ! couple this set up with a big screen hdtv ... and you will be in movie heaven . Frodo and Aragon will never be the same !! | |
| 634 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 get this audio system for you television and you have instant home theater ! it come with a high quality dvd Player and a subwoofer so you have everything you need for a home theater system . it be extremely easy to hook up . three of the speaker have screw terminal which be a much better connection . at 550 watt it be really powerful . this be a great value ! | |
| 573 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 flat out the best system at this price . the sound quality be just what you would expect from JBL . have the 5 disc changer make it perfect for party ... . set the CD 's in the player and just let it do it be thing . the compact speaker will surprise most people when they first see the small size , but the sound that come out of they will blow they away . more option than I can even go into -lrb- i. e : DSP imaging , sleep timer , dvd option -rrb- . get it and enjoy . | |
| 183 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I buy this system as a Christmas gift for my husband . I be embarrassed to even say I spend one cent on this so call dvd home Theatre System . can you return it ? I do not even see where you can return this item . we will be watch the a dvd and the volume will just go mute . it be very aggravating . if you turn the volume up past one you get blast ! I would not recommend this system . | |
| 552 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 the only thing I find wrong with this product I will say up-front . the service by SONY on-line . the only thing this product need be to be ship with either a Digital -- or the optical sound cable and the product would be user ready right out of the box . it take I more time to go through all the option to try to make it give full surround sound to tv and anything play be just so simple with the digital optical sound cable for less than five buck . -lrb- I be on-line with SONY for three hour over two day . no answer fall off-line -rrb- nothing but these two would work -- so say on one of the page of the manual but in parent . the sound from this system be well worth the price and more . I have play old cd 's that have new sound come from they , Netflix 's stream movie come off in surround-sound as well as regular tv -- not cable -- over the air . every thing fall into place with nothing but the reset up of the speaker to do since I move thing around due to the richness of sound . it will keep you turn you head for the sound source -- that come through loud and clear . ok ok ok so I be please with the system -- but I be a hard head -- they do it with the product -- the service suck and I would have ship the proper cabling to make everyone 's experience like my end one -- thank god for optical cable -- the only flaw in a well-worth-the-money system . SONY DID IT -- please ship a cable next time . in addendum -- I be remiss in not say that I have a Blu-Ray disc player with a nero network to my desktop pc . the Sony be to the component port , hdmus for the bd , also have a old tech vcr port in by the vlr port -- all to the Samsung 23 inch monitor tv . all sound come from the SONY -- tv speaker be off . I do try various patch-in -- find these to be the best for I . the unit would work to a degree on any other set-up -- but only with the digital co-ax or the digital optical do it work for all equipment . the key be the tv be the common . love the set-up -- still have not recalibrate the speaker . | |
| 716 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I have a little trouble hook it up to the television . I have to call tech support a we get it hook up to my direct tv cable box a it work just fine ! clear sound a everything . | |
| 557 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 my current rig as of 1\/2011 : - fluance sxhtb + - jbl es250pbk 400-watt high-powered 12-inch subwoofer - Harman Kardon AVR 2600 Receiver - PlayStation 3 use 1.4 a hdmus cable from Amazon on Linear PCM setting -lrb- not MonsterRipOffs -rrb- I go from Infinity TSS-750 series satellite speaker to these Fluance speaker , and I have to say , they be simply amazing . I can not really compare to any other bookshelf speaker , only satellite speaker . however , I have hear speaker like these in the store and frankly , I could not tell you the difference between these and Polk audio . as for shipping , Fluance be a smaller company and you can only buy the speaker from they , so I be expect a long wait time . ship from Canada -lrb- I assume , since they be base there -rrb- , my speaker be there by the end of the week after order on a Monday . I consider that to be speedy delivery . before order though , I do have to wait for several month because they be out of stock , but I be not ready to buy then anyway . what be include be two bookshelf speaker , a center , and two rear\/sides -lrb- whichever you prefer -rrb- . on Fluance 's website , you can order two more speaker for complete 7.1 audio for $ 39.99 a speaker . the picture do not do they justice . I be go to actually paint the speaker black , as I hate `` wood '' look furniture , but these be a bit darker than the picture advertise they to be . they actually blend pretty well with darker furniture . this come from my wife as well , who do not want to buy these just because she hate the wood look . but she instantly like the darker color they arrive in . set these sucker up be a little new to I . again , I never have bookshelf speaker before , so I do not know I need to have two wire per speaker , but I guess I should have figure that out . after I get they setup , my receiver do all the work as far as configure they , with I tweaking they a bit . now , I buy the subwoofer mention above at the exact same time . that sucker be huge , and pack a nice punch . but after the first day , I turn it off so I could play game at night , and really , I have not use the subwoofer hardly since . my blu-ray and game manage to boom at the appropriate moment , without the subwoofer . often time , I feel like I be use my old subwoofer for bass , just from the speaker . they be not go to rattle window , and tear down the roof , but they be great if you do not want to be too loud because of neighbors\/sleeping wife . the price , the quality , and the look be perfect . if someone break in my house and rob I blind , I would not think twice about buy these again . at $ 299 -lrb- plus about $ 80 shipping -rrb- , these really feel like a steal . everyone that have hear they have be greatly impressed , and I feel if you be plan on get a Polk audio set , consider Fluance as a superior product than they since they sound the exact same and cost way less . | |
| 385 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I set this up as a secondary home theater system in my home . although not as detail as my main system , I be very surprise by the sound quality for the price . excellent for movie , but a bit harsh for pure music listen for my taste . the sub could be a little more refine , but it be adjustable . if you be look for decent movie sound on a limited budget , I do not think you can go wrong here . | |
| 19 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I eagerly wait for this home theater system when I order it . a lot of the review say people have trouble with the password and the volume or it do not work . however a lot of people also rave about the unit . I receive the unit and it take I about two hour to set it up correctly . first thing it say at the beginning of the manual the password be 3308 and later it say it be 2001 . I can not belive people do not try both number . also people complain that there be real audio level control , but that be cover in the manual under setting -rrb- dynamics . one person say you have to eject the dvd to get this menu , if you read the instruction all you have to do be hit the stop button on the remote twice , everybody who complain do not read the manual , my good friend buy a Zenith surround sound system for $ 400.00 and belive I this unit sound just as good as he . the bass will rumble you stomach and the seperation be fantastic this unit should be sell for 3x the price I love it !!!!!!!!!!!!!! the only thing you need to know be that all the surround setting be turn off at the factory when you get it just follow the manual and you should be ok . | |
| 887 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 nine month ago I think I be buy a good value product but now I realize that I buy a bomb ... the whole system stop work with a dvd inside . I could not manage to open the dvd ... worse , the service center that I be call do not work anymore ... do not buy from KLH never ... | |
| 694 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 very nice system once you play around and tweak the setting . I buy this to supplement my awful tv speaker . I be a bit annoyed with how high you have to turn the volume up to really hear the roundness of the system . and my biggest problem be the add on speaker Onkyo sks-22x -lrb- center + surround -rrb- I guess this be a problem with Amazon.com not carry the add on speaker . I have be search high and low to locate the add on speaker without luck . and it seem you can only get the add on package from Europe after spend a crazy shipping cost , who want to do that . so I wish Amazon would start supply these add on speaker please . overall not a bad little package for the buck . | |
| 958 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 Panasonic SC-HT900 . my Rating : FRUSTRATING I buy this unit new in the box from Circuit City for $ 479 in July 2003 . the good : sleek design for a small cabinet volume . speaker be unobtrusive , they do not hog my living room . hold 5 dvd with progressive scan capability . the Bad : 1 . if a dvd be play , then when any other input be select -lrb- such as tv to check sport score , or FM -rrb- , the dvd player stop and return to the main menu ! that be right , it have no knowledge of where it be in the movie if you either mistakenly or intentionally change the input . 2 . from the remote , it can be put into a mode where no sound come out when play a dvd even though the video portion appear on the tv . select fm or turn the unit off then on will force it to output sound , but again , you have lose you place in the movie . when in this silent mode , other button on the remote do not , by themselves , force audio output . perhaps a sequence of button push will wake the amplifier up , but I do not have the patience to try sequence . 3 . the confusing remote have some button whose sole purpose be to control other component -lrb- if Panasonic provide code for you particular unit -rrb- . the AV System button can turn you tv on but it do not select the tv input on the sc-ht900 . tv\/video can change the video input on you tv , but it do not select the tv input on the sc-ht900 . several button function be shift . you have to hold down the shift button while press another button . this be a three hand operation . one hand to hold the remote , one hand for press the shift button , and one hand for press the desire function . good luck ! the button on the remote be discrete , whereas those on the receiver be toggle . the receiver have disk skip , on the remote you must press disk then a number between 1 and 5 . the receiver have a source Select button that toggle between the 7 input , the remote have 5 unshifted button and 1 shift button for the same purpose . 4 . the amplifier be too weak and fail at normal loudness level . the volume function be calibrate in db from -68 to 0 . at any level above -22 on my unit , the amplifier will eventually fail while watch a movie or listen to a cd . at -20 , this typically take about 45 minute before a loud POP be hear through all speaker follow by a severe decrease in volume . after a few seconds , the volume return to normal . several minute later , another POP be hear , and the sequence repeat with the interval become shorter between pop . I assume my unit be defective in this regard , but I have not want to extract the unit from its cabinet to take it in for service . I play movie and cd at setting -22 and below . 5 . the optical digital input on my unit do not work . no sound be output , although the front panel light be light , indicate that the optical input be select . this input 's sampling frequency for Dolby Digital be suppose to automatically switch between 32 , 44.1 , and 48 khz rate . I have try connect a few optical output device with two new cable . my sc-ht900 do not output any sound when the optical input be select . two other surround system in my home work fine when connect to the same component with the same cable . since it be still under warranty , I be take it to a service center to get item 5 correct if possible . since it take more than a half hour for the problem in item 4 to happen , I do not have much hope of get it fix . since the dvd player and receiver be in the same thin unit , and the amplifier be in the subwoofer enclosure , I have to take both unit to the shop . if they be not repairable , I 'll have to get a new receiver and a new subwoofer . the subwoofer do not appear that it can be drive by a rca jack or otherwise from a standard surround sound receiver . I wish I have consider the interrelationship and marriage of the dvd\/receiver and the subwoofer\/amplifier when I buy it . | |
| 458 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I have be use my mx6000 for a while now - pro great sound good look everything work pc link be work well Internet content interesting Photo slide show on tv be great ! my . philip be interesting Cons DivX Streaming should handle above 1.2 MBPS Manual be not so good have to turn on the Component out on via the menu - last review guy do not figure that out - it be in the manual - get to read all in all I would buy again | |
| 698 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 unfortunately I can not recommend this Sony product . 3 speaker -lrb- 2 satellite & 1 subwoofer -rrb- system be design to take up less space than the typical 5.1 home theater system while still deliver a respectable surround sound experience . while the Sony dav-x1 be compact in size , it do a surprisingly poor surround-sound imitation on all audio source with the exception of dvd . audio output from all other source sound flat and be sorely miss the rich , full texture that you expect from a quality audio system . spend a few extra buck and purchase a bose 3.2.1 system , the bose deliver much of the home theater performance of a conventional five-speaker system . | |
| 142 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be the 5 Koss product I have purchase , they have a lifetime warranty on they headphone , and I have use that warranty and be send a newer , better model , after own my headphone for 3 year . I also have a portable CD Player , Sports\/Armband Radio , a Clock\/CD\/Radio , and a boombox , all of the item have exceed my expectaton , and I have have great customer service . I will continue to purchase Koss item whenever possible . I look at alot of other Home Theatre Sysatems , and be skeptical of this one on price alone , but it far exceed my expectation , and work perfectly . it be also far les expensive that most of the other system I be consider . | |
| 994 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I be far from a ` audiophile ' , but I do recognize and appreciate quality sound when I hear it . this system be UNBELIEVEABLE , and I manage to find it on sale @ a mere $ 129 ! I be remodel a large vessel , so ` down-sizing '' be a important word . in the last 4 month , I have be through six system , from Sony , Panasonic , RCA , Philips , and 2 Samsung unit , with price range from -lrb- yes -rrb- $ 129 to over $ 600 . `` Woulda , coulda , shoulda '' - - if I have any idea of the amazing quality of sound , the ease of use , the flawless operation of this 5-disc system , I ` woulda , coulda , shoulum ' scoop up as many as I could have grab . no two hour reading lesson on `` how to use you remote '' or other needless technical stuff . I have have it for 3 week and NOT one flaw ! the other unit I have try have `` eat '' CD 's & dvd 's , refuse to play other , frequently ` skip ' over dvd image , or simply be far too complex to use . the best of the other be also make by Samsung , but with the ` tower ' speaker\/sub-woofer combo it be just too large for use on the boat . but my sister love it ! I enjoy the ` glow in the dark ' feature of the remote -lrb- but it so simple , I now know the ` touch ' by heart -rrb- . I do wish it would continue to play a disc when I want to open the tray to add or change one , but I do not think the ` carousel ' multi-disc system have that capability . a small inconvenience . if - - and I have a sense that be a BIG `` if '' - - I encounter problem with the system , I 'll add another review as I know these be helpful . I be concern about a system at only $ 129 , but I would happily have pay twice that amount for what I get ! ecb - - Ventura , CA `` the spirit of Troy '' | |
| 847 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I buy this system for a fairly large room -lrb- 10x20 -rrb- . as it turn out the set-up be not too bad but I now wonder if the transition\/wires run through the system cause the picture to be diminish . if so , I do not think it be too noticeable . regard the sound - it do have pretty good sound . generally , I be happy with the system so I do not return it . I buy it for around $ 200 . for some reason the sound on the system need to be turn up fairly high on many movie . when this happen I do notice a bit of a buzz noise from the subwoofer . the sub be pretty large so keep in mind where you plan on place it . I think in a small room the buzz would be even more noticeable . we do play game on this tv -lrb- via PS3 -rrb- so we have hook up we wius -lrb- need a hdmus converter , which you can find here on amazon -rrb- and we cable . it be a real shame that this system do not hook up directly to the tv and then play everything that be hook up to the tv through the speaker . instead the component must go through the subwoofer for the speaker to work . this be not too much of a problem since it do have 3 hdmus hookup - but a pain if you have more than that . -lrb- we do still use we ps2 but can not use it on this sound system since it be not hdmus and even if we could there be not enough input so we have to connect the ps2 directly to the tv . -rrb- the two small forward speaker be small and work very well . actually they work much better than I expect especially for such small speaker . we be use this sound system on a new panasonic plasma tv that have aquo . this allow the system to `` talk '' to each other . unfortunately , this do not work as well as it should . I would really like it if the tv 's speaker would work with the sound system as another front speaker but the system will not allow that . I do not think I would recommend this system for anything over $ 180 . con : again , keep in mind the input be hdmus -lrb- there be 3 -rrb- , the sub buzz a bit too loudly , and when play movie it seem the sound must be turn up fairly high to hear well , and the system do not allow you tv speaker to work at the same time . pro : fairly easy setup , good overall sound -lrb- especially from the 2 small speaker -rrb- , and 3 hdmus hookup -lrb- this can be a plus if all you need be 3 or less hdmus input -rrb- . | |
| 57 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 we buy Samsung 's home theater system . it work reasonably well for a very short while , before the receiver suffer a debilitating hardware fault . Samsung accept that the unit be defective and repair it . eighteen month later , the issue rematerialize , but Samsung refuse to re-correct it - irrespective of the fact that they repair job do not last . numerous call to customer service achieve nothing more than unfulfilled promise that a manager would call we back , and the follow message -lrb- almost verbatim -rrb- : `` due to normal wear and tear , it be unreasonable to expect Samsung product to last longer than 18 month . '' | |
| 403 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 pro : 0 . good sound . . though i must confess here that i be no audiophile nor be i musically incline . . but the sound be nice and fairly crisp . . bass . . not that great but at that price you can afford to add a subwoofer later . the speaker take some time to burn in though . . i be initially disappointed but then it seem to improve later . 1 . dvd video . 2 . mp3 support . . the mp3 browsing be rather good too . . not ungainly as be see in some of the dvd player on the market . 3 . radio sound good too . 4 . compact size con : 1 . weird shaped speaker . . stretch octagon ?! 2 . the decibel level doesnt go all that high . . so if you want to blast music maybe this isnt for you . 3 . 4 wire to connect per speaker ! 4 . dont , dont lose the remote . actually , all say and do i like this system . . and for 150 buck i dont think i could get a better one . i can not comment on service though . . havent need it yet . but then its just a couple of week old . | |
| 782 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I buy this dvd home Theater system a few month ago . it be not too expensive but then again it be very heavy and large and not well design at all . so if you want it to look good do NOT BUY THIS . another problem I have with my dv-115 be that the dvd 's I play always have a `` break '' in they . this may be due to the change layer but I feel there be often more `` break '' and at different moment in the disc . also at regular interval my player start to slow down . the picture and sound slow down , become slurred and that be not a problem with the disc because change disc do not help at all . so when it work it be a great -lrb- albeit quite large -rrb- system , but I can not rely on it to work properly ... | |
| 298 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 work ok for 2 1\/2 month then ... nothing . no seperate ff\/rw button , too few input ... very few output ... poor rear speaker volume ... disappointing ! open and close drawer problematic . I have a 15 year-old JVC 4.0 that work fine ... this p.o.s. go back to the factory . | |
| 187 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 this be a great all-in-one unit for people who do not want component with wire everywhere . the functionality of the 5-disc changer be excellent . if you load audio cd in the tray , it play the disc all the way through then skip to the next disc . switch dvd be as easy as press a button on the front panel or remote control . the sound quality be better than I expect , honestly . it be not terribly loud , but the quality of the sound be very good . each speaker have a functional tweeter along with its full-range speaker . the subwoofer be strong enough to balance the sound from the satellite speaker and contain the amplifier circuitry . a small fan on the back of the subwoofer spin only when need and be silent . the picture quality be very good as well . a 12-bit d-to-a converter make for smooth video quality . output for composite , s-video , and component -lrb- interlaced or progressive scan -rrb- be available . the dvd player also feature three audio input so you can hook up audio component . two of the input be analog -lrb- rca-type -rrb- and one be digital -lrb- rca\/coaxial-type -rrb- . it would have be nice for a video input so you can switch video source like a game system . this player can play almost any disc . CD , mp3 , divx , dvd , VCD , SVCD , CD-TEXT , mpeg-4 , and other . it handle record media -lrb- e.g. , cd-r , dvd-r -rrb- quite nicely and can be make region-free with the same key sequence as the previous model . this be a very good dvd player if you do not need a lot of volume . | |
| 111 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I get this in bestbuy for $ 250 . installation be easy . contrary to what i find on the review , i be able to connect my cable tv to the HT . the only drawback be that it have only one AUX port . so , i buy a 3-to-1 a\/v selector and i can use it with my VCR , Cable and dvd . the sound be perfect for my apartment and it be money well spend . | |
| 687 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I purchase this system about a year ago from cc . before buy this unit i be consider Sony , Panasonic and Samsung , but when i go to the store and listen to the sound that this unit could produce i be sell . i live in a Town House and i have this unit set up in my basement . i have to keep my sub into - ve because anything near `` 0 '' wake up my neighbor . : -rrb- the system get strong base and clear sound . if you can still find this home theater system , i will say dont think just buy it . | |
| 103 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 purchase the Vizio VHT510 hope I would not have the problem other have have ... 3 day after use , the LED light stop work ... I have read one comment that disconnect the power to the sound bar and holding in the on\/off switch for one minute would correct the problem ... try this and the light work again ... but , the next day , the light stop work again ... try the disconnect bit again and this time it do not work ... so , I call Vizio and tell they about the problem ... I tell the lady I have try the disconnect power and hold down the switch and it do not work ... she ask I to hold and when she come back on line she tell I I have try what they be go to suggest and it appear I have a defective unit and they would replace it ... I ask she if they would replace it with one that work and she tell I she have only hear of one other complaint about the LED light not work ... I tell she `` come on lady , '' do not you people read review on you product ? ... it would appear nine out of ten unit be report defective ... anyway , now I have to play the wait game with Vizio ... what I do not understand be why retailer like Amazon and Cosco continue to sell this defective product know that most the customer be not go to be happy ? ... I should have believe the review and not take a chance on get one that work . | |
| 737 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 these speaker be pretty good for they money ... but I think the sound quality could be a bit better ... still , for this price they can not be beat . also do not buy from amozon , they should have these at best buy . | |
| 501 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I be not a audiophile , but I have be very skeptical of these small home theter system for many year . they be just so small , especially the speaker , that I could not believe the sound be very good . well , I be wrong . I buy this system because we buy a new television for we bedroom . I have attach some jbl bookshelf speaker to we old set , and they be so nice that I want to use they for the new set , too . well , as I expect , the new tv do not come with external speaker jack anymore , just audio output for amplifier . so , because of the limited space available , I decide to buy one of these system to kill two bird , as it be , by replace the old dvd player with a combination dvd player and Dolby surround-sound amplifier . the set come with 5 micro-speaker , but I use my 2 jbl 's for the front left and right . Easy install . come with mile of speaker wire , so no worry there . right away , the quality of the sound impressed I . good depth , nice separation , and healthy volume . I could probably have do away with the jbl and be just as happy with the micro-speaker , as they be more than adequate . I balance they with the built-in control and be very happy . surround sound be a very different experience from standard stereo , and the 5 channel sound really do enhance movie watch . my only regret be that if I would know how good these small system be , I might have buy one with more power . the maximum volume this system deliver be not go to bowl you over , so if you be look to have the same deafening sound level you find at you local cineplex , move upscale . but I think most people would find this system have more than enough oomph . the subwoofer will do justice to everything from overture to battle scene . I could nit-pick the Zenith dvd player about the clunkiness of the hardware and tiny button on the remote , but overall we be tickle with this little beauty . it make a great add-on to a new tv . | |
| 188 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 sorry , but I think the sound quality be only mediocre at best . I be not a audophile , but I do have certain expectation . these speaker be basically just computer monitor speaker . as a result , they be most certainly tinny . do not expect a full , rich sound . for video , this be ok because voice fall into the midrange sound category , but , oh man , can it sound harsh during a action sequence . and if you want to use this as a receiver , the sound quality of musical reproduction may dissapoint . I buy this as a ... vehicle to break into dvd \ surround sound . ... I think I get about as much as could be expect and I be not disappointed - but I get what I pay for . do not expect anything more . just by way of comparison , Radio Shack sell small monitor speaker bracket to hold the speaker up on the wall for $ 30 each -lrb- yeah , \* each \* -rrb- . do the math ; the little bracket cost more than the speaker themselves . this system be fine for the college kid , or the basement `` secondary '' set-up , or the family who just want the dvd \ sense surround without the high quality and accompany price . I also agree with another reviewer that the fan be surprisingly loud and if you listen closely to the speaker , you can actually hear a noise impulse that seem to be consistent with the fan rotation - suggest really poor isolation in the electronics . my two sense worth ... | |
| 261 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I purchase this when it be on sale during black Friday week and just recently set it up as it be a Christmas present . . why bother say that , well , I probably should have research a little more before make the purchase , but it be a really slick deal and well , I just go for it . that be say , the number one reason I decide on this particular system be the Wi-Fi `` build in '' option as list in the product description . dongles\/adapters suck . they always have . I do not want one so I buy the one system on sale at that time that say `` build in Wi-Fi . '' well , build in means that the dongle come in the box rather than have to purchase one separately . I think about send it back immediately on principle , but I probably should have do more homework before buy so I just decide to give it a shot . -lrb- I be sure it say `` built-in '' = adapter somewhere else -- like say in the other review here -rrb- first night : set everything up , let software upgrade , wireless work , netflix work . sound great , I mean it , it really sound good for the sale price . . Ok , I think , not so bad , at least I do not need to run more ethernet wire ... Day two : turn it on , go to try pandora -lrb- which be great on this by the way -rrb- I get a error that it could not connect due to `` Network interference '' . . ok check network setting , only `` wire '' be a option . Unplugged and plug in the dongle . . it give I `` wireless '' as a option again but do not recognize any wireless network . . long story short , the dongle fry itself or be just on the edge of self-destruction when it be throw in the box . . I spend WAY TOO MUCH TIME try to get it to work . I would not have spend this kind of time if it be not for the fact that it actually work at first . anyhow , first call to Samsung . not so great . nice enough tech but she final recommendation be to buy another dongle . I stay polite and non-confrontational and just ask if she be sure that this would not be cover by warranty . she say yes . well , ok , I think she be wrong and thank she for she time . I decide to just wire the thing to my laptop and try updates\/see if there be newer firmware\/etc . . also it allow I to try chat support . both time , they be very quick to respond and nice enough . no earth shatter troubleshooting but they do explain how to reset the unit to factory default -lrb- hold down the stop button for 5 seconds while there be no dvd in it . . -rrb- cool . I do that , try the dongle some more . . etc. . no luck so they give I the number to call for tier ii tech support -- -rrb- this number be just the regular customer service number and there be no option for tier 2 in the menu . . ok . . I get another tech and ask for Tier 2 . . she -lrb- Kasey -rrb- say she could try some stuff and ok I go for it . SHE WAS great . I mean it , truly a breath of fresh air in the oft malodorous world of `` support '' . I be perfectly ok with the the win some lose some sort of attitude one must have when call tech support\/customer service for anything . every company have some really good people answer they phone -- -rrb- it be just rare to get someone so good on call 2 . . anyhow , she listen to what I have try , suggest a few thing to rule out error elsewhere , and then just send out a new dongle for I to try . Perfect . . no unnecessary nonsense , and it be good to know that the first tier people you get at samsung be empower enough to actually issue replacement part without have to talk you way up the chain -- you just need a bit of luck for who answer when call in I guess . in the interim , I just run more cable and I have the unit run that way . it work great this way so I doubt i 'll even use the dongle except to maybve see if it just incinerate itself as the previous one must have do . short Version for the rest of the review : feature : five Stars - Netflix , Vudu , Pandora , you Tube , all work great and great quality ! nice . wi-fus : one star - not as advertised - not `` build in '' sound '' four star - very admirable for the price error message : one star - they really be terrible -- there be more I encounter , but say `` Network interference '' as a error message when the unit do not even recognize that the dongle be plug in be just absurd . . they should just say `` error '' for everything as that would be about as useful as the error message that they actually give and at least will not mislead you . coolness stuff : the WLAN adapter port on the back be just a usb port . . this be cool because you can throw a memory stick\/poratble harddrive back there full of pic and a video or whatever and just leave it there out of site . . there be a usb port on the front as well which be design in a way to prevent you from pug in the WLAN dongle in the front . . however , plug a hub into it would allow you to use the front though i do not know why you would want to other than for troubleshooting -lrb- I be test to make sure that it be the dongle and not just the usb port on the back -rrb- more coolness : I have plug three different brand of usb memory stick and 2 different portable hard drive into it and it recognize all of they and allow quick access to music\/pictures\/video etc. . . -lrb- also a network hard drive -rrb- I can not comment on what format it accept , but it seem to have good coverage . . -lrb- though it do not recognize a . wav file -rrb- one big plus , my video folder on my portable hardrive crash window explorer on my xp laptop and on a xp desktop but it do not crash this unit . . nice ! overall , I be very happy with the system now that I have the internet wire . I can not give it more than three star though because it be not really as advertised and the dongle fry itself . if they actually have the wireless build in and it work , it would be five star for sure ... please , please , please Samsung , stop use adapters\/dongles\/whatever ... I know it be a money make thing , but it very nearly result in a return and still would be it not for the other good feature of this product . anyhow , as long as you know that you be not actually get build in Wi-Fi , you should be very happy with this system . | |
| 611 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 great system . nice sound . beautiful design . Plays all format you need . Great for play cdr record on my computer -lrb- mp3 , vcd , etc -rrb- . for $ 419 it definetely give you much more than can be expect for this price . this system be all you need for a family room . thank you Panasonic . | |
| 82 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 the first product I purchase be the sc-440ht . First off , I could not believe it when the only cable it include be the video cable . it be a especially nice touch how in the manual it say something to the effect of `` for a even better home theater experience , hook you tv up to the system via a audio cable -lrb- not include -rrb- . '' they be webpage originally say that this product upconvert sd dvd 's to 1080us . when it arrive I see it have no hdmus output and be quite confused . if it do convert it , it would be pointless without that output . so when call about the problem , they basically say `` too bad for you , but we 'll fix the whole little false advertisement problem we have on we website ... '' fortunately , the place I purchase it from help I out with get the sc-ht740 ... this product be garbage as well . this did indeed have a hdmus output , BUT , of course , do NOT include any type of HDMI cable . again , all it include be the yellow video cable . another nice touch this manual have , be something to the effect of `` to get a true hd experience and watch you standard dvd 's in hd , hook it up to you tv via a hdmus cable ! ... -lrb- not include ... -rrb- '' any other product I have see come with any and all of the cable you would need for that product , yes , even HDMI ... another problem with both product be that they both state that they play dvd-r , dvd+r , dvd-rw , and DVD+RW , when in fact , they do nothing of the sort . I have try several different brand dvd 's , different brand dvd burner with no avail . they work on every other dvd player I have , even old 30lb out of date one ... but not this `` top-o-the line Panasonic ... '' all of these dvd 's have be finalize and be in video_ts format , so that be not the problem . Panasonic just suck . oh yeah , do not bother attempt to get any online support . for one , navigation on they website be awful . it look simple , but when you click on something to hopefully simply find `` contact we , '' it lead you to la-la land have nothing to do with what you be look for . you click `` customer support '' and it lead you to say ... the webpage for business owner . anyway , when I finally do find a way to send something up -lrb- about two week ago -rrb- they never send anything back anyway . if you be think of purchase this product , do yourself a favor and do not . buy something else . | |
| 184 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 the below poster obviously never read the manual or be just naturally ignorant . all you need to do be ... hook audio plug from the back of the receiver to you television . then hook you ps2 into the television . now set the unit on the aux . function and set surround sound mode to party -lrb- even sound on all speaker -rrb- . Ta da surround sound with ps2 and xbox or whatever else . anyway , I have find this to be a great system . I do alot of research before buy this unit . for I , I do not want to spend much over $ 200 for a home audio system without a dvd player or $ 300 for one with a dvd player . since I do not have a dvd player -lrb- minus my xbox -rrb- I decide on this unit . the picture and sound quality for dvd be great . it really get you into the movie . as with any television or home audio system ... take the time to read the manual . the stand be weighted nicely and will not fall over unless force . also the radio feature be something I be highly interested in , for listen to college game when they be not on tv . another nice feature be the universal remote include . basically eliminate the need for have 3 different remote just to watch a movie . one remote control the tv , dvd , and surround sound ... not a decision make factor , but still nice to have . I can not say I have find a downside to the system as of yet . for the price range I think this system be top of the line . good luck ! | |
| 48 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this system blow they off . I really do not expect the kind of performance out of such a small package . I immediately notice a improved picture from the progressive scan dvd . the sound have good clarity and plenty of power -- people at the other end of the house can hear the sub . what I like : - sleek silver design to the case and speaker - include VHS & DVD\/CD - nice big volume knob , not a push button what I do not like : - remote be confuse , especially navigate a jillion tiny button in the dark . | |
| 583 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 at least I be review the system in question and not the sc-ht700 or another Panasonic system with a VCR , as two of the other reviewer do . I have have this system for 2 year now , and I be quite happy with it . it be be very reliable . sound be decent , for what it be : a home theater in a box . sound option be good : Dolby digital , Prologic , ability to accentuate the center channel , equalizer , etc. . it be not for audiophile , but be quite adequate for my ear . Recording on DVDs and DVD-RAMs be better than my old VCR recording -lrb- duh -rrb- . the flexible recording option be nice , as the machine optimize compression base on the set recording time . I now use the system to record off my dvr so that I can unload the hard drive , and it work well for this , produce compatible dvd . it have a satisfactory number of input : I have off-air and satellite tv , VCR , and network music stream hook in , and my son use the front input for some game . overall , a good system for the price . | |
| 104 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 you get a tremendous amount for you money here . 6 speaker -lrb- all pre-wired -rrb- , a remote control , and one rca cable for connect one accessory . sound quality be adequate , but will not blow you away . the remote be where some of the most important function be . it have power ; master volume ; individual volume control for center , front pair , rear pair , and subwoofer -lrb- allow some adjustment of bass relative to the more treble-heavy small speaker -rrb- ; input source ; `` channel '' -lrb- switch between 5.1 surround sound and 2.1 stereo with subwoofer -rrb- ; mute ; and reset -lrb- take you back to nominal setting -rrb- . subwoofer\/amplifier measure 9.5 inch tall x 7 '' wide x 12 '' deep . five speaker be identical in size at 4 inch tall x 3.25 '' wide x 2.75 '' deep . | |
| 909 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I like how this soundbar look and be a very clean package . I have not have any led light issue and it work fine with my 64 inch samsung plasma , , , sound be very good , , bass and sub be respectable , , i love the no mess wireless sub and rear speaker , , , over all a great buy for the $ 250 i spend on it . | |
| 376 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I recently upgrade from a ~ $ 300 Sony htib -lrb- home theater in a box -rrb- system to this and I have be very satisfied . I be look for a system that be a step up from the $ 200-300 htib but below the super-expensive system that you build yourself use those big tall receiver use by hardcore av enthusiast . this bose system fit the bill exactly . since I mainly use the system to watch blu-ray movie and do not listen to any music and do not own a ipod , the t20 be perfect for I . I have hear that bose be criticise for be overprice and gimmicky by hardcore av enthusiast , but I be not a sound expert and I can only judge a system by how it sound to I . I must say this system sound pretty sweet to I . one of my biggest fear prior to purchase this system be that , not be a audiophile , I will not be able to tell the difference between a $ 200 system and a $ 2000 one . thankfully , the difference between this bose system and my previous $ 300 Sony system be obvious and clear . the sound on the bose be signficantly crisper and just ... `` better '' than my old system . when I be watch a blu-ray , the surround sound be awesome , and the bass be rich and deep . when I be play a xbox 360 game now , the surround sound make it feel like a entirely new experience . I be currently play Fallout New Vegas and I love that I can hear footstep behind I , etc. . although my old Sony system be technically 5.1 surround , the rear speaker be always too soft and the quality be not that good , and I just do not get the same level of immersion . I feel that I know what I be get for that extra money . many have comment at how user-friendly and easy this system be to set up with the Unify system . I must concur . even with Unify , it be physically a chore to set up a 5.1 theater system , but Bose 's exceedingly well-designed and user-friendly interface make it as painless as possible . I do have one brief scare when I could not get sound out of my tv when watch network tv use a optical cable , but then I discover I have plug it into the wrong hole on the bose system -lrb- the bose system have two optical in , one for the tv , a extra one for something else , make sure you plug it into the correct one -rrb- . after set up you system , the use of the device be again very intuitive for the most part . I can tell that a lot of care go into the design of the user interface , and I appreciate it . my one gripe be that I wish the system have a display screen on the main receiver so that when I be watch antenna tv I can more quickly switch the bose t20 to the `` tv mode '' . as it work now , I have to first switch my tv to hdmus mode so that I can `` talk '' to the bose and set the bose to `` tv mode '' , then switch the tv back to antenna\/tv mode . it would be great in future system if there be a display screen on the receiver state which mode I be in , allow I to switch the bose to the tv mode without have to ever put the tv to hdmus mode . my old Sony system have that capability . aesthetically , the system also deserve praise for be sleek , beautiful , and well-designed . the speaker be all suprisingly heavy and solid , and feel like they be make with quality material . someone complain about the remote be too `` heavy '' , but I think the remote just feel like a quality remote . the Acoustamass module likewise have very good build quality . the bottem line be that nothing in the entire system feel cheap , and when guest come over , you will be proud to display you bose system . other than that small gripe , I be exceedingly satisfy with my purchase . I be even happier that bose be a american brand , and I be delighted own a sound system design by american -lrb- even if the product be assemble in Mexico lol -rrb- . if I can not buy american-made , at least I can buy american-designed . hopefully my money support some homegrown engineer . now if only a american company would release a decent hdtv . | |
| 162 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I purchase this system from another retailer last Christmas . the first 3 or 4 time I use the unit , it work great . after that , with dvd , the screen would randomly go black . after restart the unit , it start work again for about 5 min . I decide to use it for radio in another room . after about 2 use for this , the unit would emit a loud ` pop ' through all the speaker and then lock up , it would not respond to the remote or button on the front , even the power button . unit would then be reset only by unplug it . through the vent in the top I could see blow capacitor and small burn mark on the board . I contact customer service and it take almost 6 week to hear back . I send it back -lrb- at my cost for shipping -rrb- to have it repair . 2 month later I get a replacement unit -lrb- serial number be different -rrb- . it work for about 8 hour and then the sound would randomly fade out and back in . I contact customer service again and after 2 week have a reply with a shipping label to send back . 2 month later I get the unit back -lrb- again a new one -rrb- . after about 10 hr of use , its do the same same thing with the sound fading . I find that this issue can be resolve by let the unit sit for about 2 week between use , then it will work for about 20 min before the issue come back . I will never purchase another rca device again , the customer service be crap and after 3 different unit , still have the same problem . and since have the unit for about a year , have only be able to use it about a 12 time . I finally go out and spend $ 500 on a good lg lhb535 . no more problem . all in all , the RCA unit be garbage and the only good thing with it be the speaker work fairly well . so basically you be spend $ 100 for decent speaker . | |
| 824 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 after wait for 2 month , my system be deliver late September , and since then Movies and Music hav not be the same . I personally think it have a Veryclosesound to the bose system that the other reviewer mention . it be far superorto Sony 's DAVS300 Home Theater , i mean a 120 watt sub to a 30 Watt , that no comparision . the only thing that dissapoint I be that the 6 Channel Amp do not support DTS , all though the 5.1 Dolby Digital do still sound fantastic through the compact sattelite speaker , i have have my system at full volume and there be not one little bit of distortion . another bad thing also be that the CD player do not read CDR 's which be a slight dissapointment , the Sound Field Control -lrb- SFC -rrb- which feature Heavy , Disco , Live , Hall etc. . each of they do not sound different at all , whether that a problem with my system or not ? the Sub-Woofer when set to sw 4 be very powerful with enough Bass to blow down you front Door ! the 5-disc changer be a great idea but a little slow in change disc -lrb- 11 seconds from disc1 to Disc 5 -rrb- when play back Music Cd 's the System automaticaly respond , produce such a high quality which match my Brother 's Denon and Polk Audio $ 5000 System . even watch a Video -lrb- HI-Fi -rrb- sound great fill the room with the Dolby Pro-Logic . so do yourself a favor buy this Fab Home Theater , even though you might have to wait a little while I would give it 10 star if i could | |
| 809 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 even thouth it say it be a receiver . it be not . you can not hook up you cable tv to it and use the speaker . you can only use the speaker if you play a dvd or listen to the tuner . it be not a true theater in a box as it say . I will be send it back . | |
| 133 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 Pretty cool system . remote functionality could be tweak abit with Samsung TV remote , and cable tv . when you place a dvd or cd , and open system it always switch to dvd or cd mode . this be a pain when you watch a play-off game . over all I be pretty satisfy . | |
| 618 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 to the gentleman , who be use this overseas . on region 4 ... i be sure you can get someone to change you region code . for you location . if you cant , the imformation be on google . I cant tell you where for obious reason ... option 2 purchase a all region dvd player , yeah i know its a pain ... ! May i recommend the pioneer dvd player model 383 . available on amazon u.s.a. ... good luck i hope this help ... I dont own this model , but use a high end dvd recorder by phillp . | |
| 912 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 this be pretty much a soup up dvd player . take you standard dvd player and add : amplifier , speaker , am\/fm tuner . and that be what you get extra for you extra -lrb- money -rrb- . the sound be good for the price . the mp3 player be frustrating . yes it do play you song , but they navigation be non-existant , neither be shuffle or other interesting -lrb- and standard -rrb- way to control the playing of the song . the dvd player feature be same as you can find in any cheap player . for I the two real advantage of this system be : price , and have many component integrate under the same remote control . | |
| 923 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I have be want a home theater system for a long time and this one be a great first choice . the instruction take a little longer to digest through than I think they would , but within 2 hour everything be set up , adjust and I be watch a dvd . Great for someone who already have a dvd player they like and only need the basic system . I live in a apartment and the sound be fantastic . | |
| 67 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 this be a very good system for the price . the sound quality be pretty good and the dvd player be top notch . hook up be very easy and and system come with easy to install wiring . the manual be pretty weak so be prepare to learn the system on you own by trial and error . there be certainly better sound system out there but you will not find they in this price range . this be a very good value . | |
| 860 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be my first venture into home theater and I be very pleased . have purchase a Rio portable music player a few year ago , and be impress with the quality of that unit , I be hopeful that this system would reflect the same quality of design and construction . so far I have find this to be absolutely true ! i buy this system to replace my own system I have cobble together over the year . so I be able to replace my stereo receiver , cd player , vh player , dvd player , and two set of speaker , all in one suprisingly compact unit . setup be easy and fast . I appreciate the l-o-n-g cable provide by the manufacturer . some unit I have see only come with 10 foot cable . the manual be very well write and easy to follow . within a hour I have make all of the connection , place the speaker , and program all of my cable station -lrb- auto - search -rrb- and fm radio station . so far the unit have perform without a hitch . I like the variety of sound setup , include prologic , which be something not find on many lower-priced -lrb- and some high-priced -rrb- unit . it even have a feature to program delay on the speaker to customize it to you exact room configuration -lrb- incredible ! -rrb- . the remote control be not overly cluttered , and be well lay out . it do not however , control the power on\/off for my tv set . so I have to keep that remote handy . it do not light up either , which would be useful at night . I replace a apex dvd player which have horrible search and control feature . this dvd player control be much more intuitive and straightforward . the only shortcoming for some might be the passive subwoofer . it be fine for I , but if you want really booming bass , better to get a power subwoofer . overall , this be a quality unit that be well think out by the mfgr . it have the most feature and power I have see on a unit in this price range . | |
| 219 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this product come complete . I be a bit hesitant to give it as a gift not know for sure the sound bar be include , but once it be open and install , we be all very pleased with the result . | |
| 257 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 once again Amazon deliver a great product on time . at first I be skeptical about the sound bar , but once I set it up -lrb- which be very simple -rrb- and turn it on I be quite impressed with the sound quality . I be glad I get the model with the 2 small speaker . this set up be in we family room whi be 15ft . by 23ft . I currently have a Zune HD hook up to the system also and all sound great . I be quite satisfied with this product . please note that I be not a expert on sound system but for the intended use this system be more than adequate . | |
| 885 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 sound great ! there be many setting to pick from so learn how to use each of they can be somewhat confusing . can not beat this sound or this price ! Money well spend . | |
| 87 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 need something to compensate for my Samsung lcd 's less than ideal acoustic . simple to setup , unobtrusive , great separation , rich complex timbre . yes , the light indicator do stop work after a few day , but so what ? you listen for sound change , rely on visual signal be redundant . | |
| 916 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 well , I would like to warn everyone about a serious -lrb- in my view -rrb- shortcoming of this system , which to I come as a big surprise . I be not a tech junkie , so I do my research in mainstream media - Consumer Report , Amazon etc. . . and I have not see this emphasize anywhere - there be no Optical \/ Coaxial Audio Input ! well , I do not know what it mean , but now I do - you have to connect you cable box to the system via regular red\/white cable . thus , if you have a digital cable where many tv program -lrb- movie , football , etc. . . -rrb- come in 5.1 , you can not get the full 5.1 out of home theater . only when you watch dvd or listen to cd . now , I be not a tech person , and I love several thing about the system - very easy to set up , one unit do dvd and VCR , etc. . . it play dvd great , both video and sound . yet , unless someone can explain to I how to overcome the above mention shortcoming , I be plan on go through the hustle of packing everything back and return the item . another warning - customer service be not very helpful , in respond to question on set up the system . best of luck ! | |
| 888 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 to start , I be very familiar with high-end home theater system , as I have spec would and install system from modest-budget system to $ 16k system . I personally own a fairly nice home theater\/music system . I buy the Koss base on other customer review for a friend who just recently move into a studio apartment . for approx . $ ... , I be truly astounded by the decent quality of the audio and video . the vocal be clear and intelligible . it perform acceptably well for those Hollywood `` WOW '' action scene . stereo playback of CD 's sound far better than anything else in its price range . can it compare to system cost thousand more ? no. . but it certainly hold it be own to system cost hundred more . installation be simple . after break open the box , I have the whole system connect and place in 10 minute . the connection be all well-labeled and color code . the satellite speaker even come with thread to accept placement use any off-the-shelf universal wall-mount , which be how I setup the surround . remember , this whole audio system , include integrate amp and tuner , cost less than many dvd player alone ! so what be my nitpick ? well , system setup of the speaker be bury in the on-unit menu system , and set the clock be a pain because I have to dig through the manual to find the direction , which end up be slightly confusing . as with all system , to make the most out of its capability , speaker\/sub placement need to be carefully do , especially with the limited capability of the `` sub '' to ensure that it do not sound too boomy . when compare to a class higher in quality , the sound be too accentuate in the midrange , while the bass could do with considerably more articulation and the high could be more detailed . though overall , especially consider the price , I can not imagine a better home-theater\/music system value for $ ... a very surprising 5 star !! | |
| 622 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be God himself . Make no distinction about it . I have hear from many so call `` Audiophiles '' -lrb- basically a bunch of loser who think earth shatter bass and big ball be all there be to life -rrb- that bose product be a waste , they be useless , they be over price , blum , blum blum and the work . that be until i enter the Bose Store in Uptown , Bangalore , with my Pink Floyd dvd . once it start play `` shine on you crazy diamond '' , time stand still . believe I . no one move for another 6 min , and that be the power of bose , my friend . it be just different . it be just too good . it make a clear distinction between hard bass , and depth bass . you get clarity and the depth of music be amazing . this be for the true connosiuer of music . audiophile include . i suggest life isnt complete without a bose . when u die , eventually , u will carry the musical tone in ur immortal journey to another world . p : listen to Cafe Del Mar Vol .7 and Buddha Bar VOL 4 cd1 , when it be rain and be cold outside . u will experience bliss . u will experience a high that will put crack and extacy to shame . this be life . this be why we all live . eventually help ur soul get liberate , by the bose . Jesus be not do it man . bose do . | |
| 944 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 Staticy \/ teapot whistle constantly . do not support blu ray live on any disc I have try . Netcast be nice and work well , but I buy this primarily for sound and that it do poorly . | |
| 956 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I buy this system for my bedroom and it be unique from all the other `` home theater in a box '' system that I could find in that it have a component video input . I need this because my cable box support hdtv through component cable . the Samsung provide this feature with its `` digital in '' input selection and nicely pass through the component video throught its own component video output . I do not need or want the dvd changer but the lesser Samsung model leave out the component video input . I find use the changer a little bit of a hassle to insert and remove single dvd and it seem slower than use a single tray . the speaker be nice and small and that be what I be look for . the microphone to auto-balance the sound be a really nice feature and work well -lrb- it be all automatic -rrb- . I do not have any real opinion about the sound quality of the unit and speaker -- it seem fine to I but I be not good at evaluate sound quality beyond verify the 5.1 sound . the wireless rear speaker be a interesting gadget and do remove one set of wire from the unit to the rear . this really do not matter much to I -lrb- my unit be place against a side wall so run the wire across the floor be not horrible -rrb- . I do notice that there be some periodic interruption of the rear sound even within the small size of my bedroom . I rotate the receiver and it seem to make it go away during the sound test . I ultimately return this unit because it be incompatible with dvd-rw that I record from my Tivo in a different room . I be pretty surprise that such a new unit would have this incompatibility -lrb- I have see some older computer laptop have the same problem -rrb- . because of this , I have to attach a separate dvd player and this defeat the advantage of the small , all-in-one unit . I also could not take advantage of the component output of the dvd since there be only one component video input on the unit . since it do not upconvert composite video i also have to change the tv input when I switch between cable hdtv and play my dvd-rw . so for I it be just a lot of trouble . I give up on the idea of a combined unit and get a separate a\/v receiver with a separate 5.1 speaker set . more cable , more component to stack . | |
| 270 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 . < br \/ > < br \/ > 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 . < br \/ > < br \/ > 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 . < br \/ > < br \/ > 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 . | |
| 838 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 have to buy a power sub to be able to listen to this system . the 7 year old , 500 watt philip system that be replace by this one sound MUCH better . | |
| 126 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I connect this system to a Hitachi 43 inch wide screen hdtv and I have to say I be impressed . first let I say that this be by no mean a $ 10,000 dollar custom home theater system , but for a decent size room it be all you gonna need and more ! it come with 5 good speaker for surround sound , they be pretty heavy and appear well build . the sub be not power , but kick out 100 watt . it be plenty to shake the wall ! the progressive scan 5 disc dvd player be a steal on this system . it be get component out which give you the hdtv quality dvd picture . \*\*\* make sure your tv CAN ACCEPT COMPONENT video \*\*\* if will have 3 color connector on the back . the reciever push a total of 600 watt . it be get more plug than you 'll have wire to connect to it . there be plenty of adjustment that can be make to the sound , which be always nice . in short , this be a great higher end system -lrb- relatively speak -rrb- and come through with what you think you would get from a $ 600 plus system . it rock . -- a few quick note -- you may want to buy monster cable with this , as the wire they give you be not long enough -lrb- for rear speaker -rrb- and do not supply official component wire . ask you store rep what you need . I suggest the `` monster home theater in a box '' pre-packaged set -lrb- around 30 buck -rrb- and the component wire . secondly , many people will tell you that a `` home theater in a box '' like this one be no good . they may correct when talk about system between 1-400 dollar , but once you over 500 you get into some very sweet system . I go to ... and hear everything form the low end sony to the expensive bose system . the Kenwood be the best sound most feature rich that I come accross . now you can not compare a Kenwood to a custom make klipsch set that get into the thousand , but TRUST I a system like this will impress you ! and ... I have hear that the Sony dvd dream system -lrb- for the same price as the kenwood -rrb- be not much of a system . it be build more around look and a dvd player than the actual sound . it claim 500 watt , but sound too light for most taste . you probably pay more for the name and how `` pretty '' this thing look more than the quality . I love sony , have a 36 inch WEGA , but this time I would advise stay far far away from dvd dream !!! Hope this help and good luck ! | |
| 514 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I 'll keep it short . it be small , sound good and look good . hdmus pass through seem to work fine for I . I order a 3d tv , so I 'll wait and see if it pass 3d just fine . although it do say 3d capable on the box . my only complaint be why be my remote in japanese ? I be able to figure out what all the button be because half of they have label in english too , and the other half i just hit and see what they do . all the other documentation and manual be english , guess they just put the wrong remote in the box . oh well I 'll live with it just find it odd . | |
| 560 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I do not know what the negative review be all about as far as the Wifi be concern . I stream Netflix , Hudu , the free game and everything else with ease . quite possibly they have defective internet and that be the problem or they do not have the wireless adapter but you can also direct wire the system with the ethernet connection . I have never have a problem and highly recommend this product to anyone that want a true home theater experience . | |
| 340 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I must say I have have a very , very bad experience with this paticular home theater system and Sony . I can not actually rate the system because I have yet to use it . I receive this system the end of October and after spend several hour put it together be only able to play two dvd 's . after that I could not get a picture . I then spend several hour over the phone with they help desk and after we exhaust every possible solution I be tell to send it back , which I do . when I finally get it back I hook it up and it still do not work - again have to spend considerable time exhausting possible solution on the phone with the help desk . I be ask to send it back yet again and also tell I would not be get a new dvd player but a return or refurbish one . I find this unacceptable and due to the fact I have have to waste my time and money I would never purchase any Sony product from here on out . | |
| 206 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 set up could not be easier ... right out-of-the-box . assembly be simple and connection be clearly describe . if you have the Panasonic HD tv with arc and Blu-Ray , no problem . you will need to have 3 hdmus cable : -lrb- 2 -rrb- output - from you cable box or satellite box and disc player to the subwoofer and one for the output from the subwoofer to the ARC connection on you tv . no arc ? check out the other review . the sound be a amazing improvement from the tv speaker . watch avatar on Blu-Ray and the sound and picture just blow I away . if you have a small to medium size room , this system be for you . no hesitation on the 5 star . | |
| 437 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 after own this system for a few month , I can say for sure this be a wonderfull home Theatre System . the purpose for which it be intend be for Home Theatre specifically -lrb- movie -rrb- , and not for Home Audio . never the less , it be quite nice for music application , depend upon the recording , as it be a digital system . with older recording , and those not surround enable , the bass may be quite inaccurate , sometimes almost non existant . it be a tremendous help if the recording be surround enable , even when in stero mode . I recently have a chance to audition the highly tout ht-s760 . that system have larger woofer cone on the front speaker , and do have more bass kick , but the speaker cabinet be of a much lower quality . thinner , lighter , more resonant , produce a tone less dense and detailed than the ht-s670 , so the tradeoff be not worth it . the ht-s770 have the larger 5.25 '' woofer on the front , but I have not hear it , and it be more expensive . the best solution be of course to add good floor standing speaker to the alternate b speaker set on the receiver . that be why there be a alternate b setting . because this be not specifically a audio system . this be why I feel some of the more critical review of this system be a little disingenuous . for it be intended purpose , it be tremendous , and can be easily add to for better , more accurate audio reproduction without a large cost . this I feel would be necessary even if you purchase the ht-s770 , from what I have hear from owner . the subwoofer stand in a pedestal configuration on both system , with the LFE bass be pump down to the bottom platform for dispersion . the effect with movie if unbelievable . rolling thunder so real you 'll look outside . explosin , shudder , suspense build , incredible . it be not mean to kick and punch as with audio application . if you add speaker , make sure the sub be not active on the b setting . I have not add yet , but if it remain active , just shut it off . I assure you , audio will sound better and more accurate without it . to summerize , this be a great buy for around $ 300 . I pay exactly $ 337 ship from 6th ave , and they have superb sustomer service . much better than Onkyo itself . I know , I talk to both of they . almost all the 6th ave guy be record engineer in trade , and musician . they answer pile of question I have kindly , in steep contrast to the tone and attitude I receive from onkyo level 1 support people . that be as far as I have the patience to go after the initial rigamarol , so I can not speak for there higher level support . they 'll also beat any online price . additionally , I would not worry to much about the debate of 5.1 as oppose to 6.1 surround . the sat be up high so that the ear will be fool , and will not be able to pinpoint the exact location of sound withe the cross soundfield . this be also true with 6.1 , and my feeling be the difference be not so signifigant unless you be spend a lot of money on a thx certify system . at this price range , it be just not a big deal . one final additional note . if you be look for a dvd\/cd player for this or any other system , I would highly recommend the Philips dvp642 . I spend many hour research player . there be a site title dvd player compatability list . it have just about every player ever make , past and present , with worldwide product review and comment . I look at just about everything ever make , no kidding . literally thousand of make and model from over the last two decade , and of all highly rate and currently available , this be the one . 8.4 out of 10 rating out of 250 review wordwide . extremely high , as almost no product reach a 9 rating , particularly with so many review . I just buy 2 more as Christmass present , in addition to the one I own . I spend $ 64 per unit with shipping . Plays more format than any player on the market , include Divx . component , s Video , composite video out with progressive scan . Digital Coaxial , toslink fiber optic and analog audio out . Super slim . weigh almost nothing and can fit anywhere . my older tv only have composite input , and the picture be beautifull . one owner comment that Component Video with progressive scan cause he some problem with picture artifact , so he keep it in interlace mode , but he still give it a high rating give it be cost , and a high picture quality rating as well . I can not comment on this , because I do not have the component option at this time . give the cost , it be a hell of a deal either way . also , I have hear it have be upgrade several time since the date of that gentleman purchase , and can be bio upgrade easily at home , though I would never do that myself . I be just not that savy . I be a techno moron , but maybe you be savy like that . this player be make to be easily set to region free so you can buy dvd 's for it anywhere in the world if you do a lot of travel . I do not , but maybe you do . if you be wonder what would be a good match , trust I . get it . there be a bunch of site that carry it . I have buy from 2 different site . both be good , but shippment go in and out fast , so you might have to try a couple to see if it be currently in like I do . again , hope this help you . Ge | |
| 303 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be great sound system . if you have a large living room installation , it be not right for you , however . get the next system up from Sony with the power sub-woofer . that say , if you be go to be use this system in a average size den or entertainment room -lrb- like , say 12 ` x15 ' or 15 ` x15 ' -rrb- or bedroom , it be perfect ! the system have work flawlessly for I . installation be the easiest I have ever do , thanks to Sony 's make all connection color-code . the remote be easy to use and the dvd player have present no problem . I have a speaker that do not sound right to I , I call Sony support , and they send I a replacement speaker and a call tag for the suspect one , all by next day air !! | |
| 369 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 this so call home theater system do not have a dvd player or even a VCR . how can they call it such ? | |
| 636 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 the system work well for the first two week or so ; after the return deadline expire , it start skip while play my ipod . that problem have grow and include the FM radio , too . I wish it malfunction earlier ... kind of upset that the return be not go to get much of my money back . | |
| 651 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 receive a 2 part order in 5 day , nice service . System be easy to install & plenty of speaker wire be supply . put in a surround sound movie & be blow away with fantastic movie Theater sound . excellent product . | |
| 411 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I have have my eye on this package for many month and when I see it drop below $ 200 recently , I decide it be time to give it a try . what a great package and value at this price . I be use it in a 12 ` x12 ' bedroom with a 32 '' hdtv and it be just great . the sub\/amp be small and easily hide and the front work well on either side of the tv . sound quality be good , but probably not as good as a bose cinemate system . it definitely get distorted at high volume and be best for home theater and medium-level music listening . at 1\/4 the bose cinemate g price though , you be get more than 3\/4 of the sound quality and feature . this can be turn into a full 5.1 system with the addition of a center channel speaker and two rear speaker . for small room though , that might be overkill . the 2.1 system work well especially for clearly produce dialog for movie . the hdmi-cec link feature be very nice and may allow you to use you tv remote alone . I do not have it setup perfectly yet , but be please with this feature and not have to deal with another remote . the quality be good and it be sharp look . have it do all you hdmi-switching with up to three input be another plus . | |
| 745 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I should have read these customer complaint before purchase the Toshiba sd-43ht about a year ago . I be now end up with `` hello...protection...good-bye '' Club . this `` protection '' problem keep dvd automatically shut off every time you try to turn it on . the bottom line be do not waste you hard earn money on a company who do not care about they reputation . | |
| 966 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 the subwoofer be nice , the speaker be not good , have already relaced mine with another brand , at the moment the receiver be not work , it cut off after 5 minute . I will probably have to have it repair and I have have it 2 month , I be very unhappy with it . | |
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| 68 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 purchase this soundbar to eliminate the lousy tv speaker of my 50 inch panny and the Yamaha deliver . Sweeeet ! do not want to hook up wall speaker and rear speaker to create surround sound so I decide on the Yamaha soundbar and I be not disappoint at all . very clear center channel so that the movie dialog be very crisp and the integrate receiver\/subwoofer just make it so clutter free . Easy install -lrb- Cable box\/PS3 Blueray player via hdmus and optical cable for Panasonic web app like Pandora , Netflix , etc. make it enjoyable to watch or play game . would recommend this to anyone look for a great soundbar for the price . get it as a Deal of the day purchase so I would recommend wait until it be on sale if you do not want to pay full price . | |
| 541 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 do not buy this player if you be consider it . it be nice for a couple of year but the dvd player Optical pickup unit -lrb- which from what I have read , commonly go out on Panasonic -rrb- be fail . it be nice to get everything in one package but I recommend not get a amp and dvd player in one case due to the heat issue . and I be now in the process of replace this unit with Sony component -lrb- I should have do from the start ! -rrb- | |
| 182 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be a great sound system for the price . I buy it for my new Panasonic 60 '' plasma TV & be very happy with it . my old RCA home theater do not have great sound & be complicate to use . this one be so simple & have great sound . I be concern when I order it because it be go in a large room & do ` nt know if it would be enough without additional speaker . it be great ! | |
| 936 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 take 5 minute to set up and for the price this system be outstanding , I be not sure I do the right thing when i click to buy but I be glad i do . rca be a good value and now im think about a new tv and rca have some nice cheap large model so I be now consider a rca base on value and quality . get this system . ITS great | |
| 960 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 package arrive in bad shape . be worried . however content be all fine . setup relatively easy except rear speaker too a couple of attempt to get they work . otherwise rather impressed | |
| 150 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 this be a rebound system for I as I be burn with my previous one . after a easy set-up , the first thing that hit I be the amazing quality of the picture . I have read some good and bad review for this system , but nobody bother to mention the picture . with component cable and run progressive scan , hook up to my projection hdtv , the picture be amazing . this be with out a doubt the best dvd player , picture-wise , I have ever have and I have have many . I have read several people complain about the sound , but it sound great to I -lrb- although I must admit , I be not a hard-core audiophile -rrb- . Sony have make this as user-friendly as possible and as a result , they sacrifice all but the most basic fine-tuning capability . however , it do offer you the choice of several pre-set `` sound-field '' . you be bind to find one that suit you need . the remote have button devote to this function so as you be switch from action movie to drama to music cd , you can easily adjust the sound to match . a minor complaint would be that , while cool , the slot-loading disc loader be a little slow . however , the `` coolness '' factor and the overall design of the system more than make up for this . personally , I could not be happier . thank you , Sony . | |
| 693 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I really have high hope for this system . it have good review . the price be right . what could go wrong ? sadly , sound quality can go wrong apparently . I think it be quite possible that I receive a defective unit as the center channel do not produce any audio most of the time and when it do , it make voice sound completely muffle . on the upside , the sub in the unit sound great . it put out some rumble bass and I have to keep it turn down to `` 0 '' or '' +1 '' so as not to totally annoy the neighbor -lrb- love that apartment life -rrb- . I do not experience any of the setup issue that other people mention ; set-up be quick and easy . with all say and do however , I return the unit to Amazon today . pro : Easy set-up hdmus inputs\/output powerful sub con : Center channel sound muffle if it work at all | |
| 22 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I purchase this product , along with a Samsung 55 '' lcd tv and Logitech Harmony one . I love it !! Samsung be make amazing product with great price point . because I go from a 27 '' tube tv with no ss , I be still in shock from the amazing picture and sound my new set up be put out . one recommendation I would make be to purchase a Logitech remote also . go from 4 remote controll to 1 be amazingly easy and reduce clutter . I be by no means electronically knowledgable but be able to set up the tv , surround sound system and remote in about 3 hour ! my only complaint be the blu-ray player do not always `` tune '' to the right setting when go from `` watch dvd '' to `` watch cable '' . this be easily fix by go through the help menu on the Logitech -lrb- take about 5 button push -rrb- . overall , I be completely satisfy with what Samsung have provide , customer service be so helpful and be able to trouble shoot via internet chat be very nice , no holding on the phone ! | |
| 116 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I purchase this system with the intention to add a dvd player at a later time , I do have a HIFI VCR so I could get pro logic sound . this system sound great in my 2 bedroom townhouse with quite a full bass sound . I be think about add another sub to get a little more bass out of it though . all the speaker include in this package be very clear and have more than enough wattage for home theater . as I be on a budget when purchase this product , I do not want to buy the additional rear speaker mount ... , so all I do be I go to a hardware store and buy 2x2inch right angle bracket and 2x1inch right angle bracket ... . I then mount the 2 inch bracket to the wall in the rear with the one inch bracket bolt to the 2 inch bracket to form a s shape . I then be able to screw the rear speaker to the mount make a awesome wall mount ... . this be a much cheaper way to mount the rear speaker . | |
| 704 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 great system except for one glaring flaw . if you have a Samsung tv and a cable box or satellite box that be not anynet compatible and you use hdmus cable to connect everything , the input source will always default to Digital Input . as a practical matter what this mean be that no matter what remote you use to control the system , you will always have to also grab the Home Theater remote and change the input source . total pain in the rear . see the follow discussion thread on Cnet . Thought a harmony remote might solve the problem but it do not . | |
| 915 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I be look for a low-profile integrated blu-ray dvd player and sound bar to position on my mantle below a new flat panel tv . it seem like the trend have move away from integrate the two component , as many of the remain dvd sound bar do not play blu-ray and Sony seem to have discontinue new generation of this product . pro : the form factor for this device be fine , the blu-ray output look good . con : too many speaker wire and only one hdmus port . limited adjustability of speaker volume level -lrb- I like to increase the center channel so that speech be not totally lose in the surround sound effect -rrb- . no blue tooth connectivity . | |
| 700 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 this be the worst system ever . I buy a lot and I know what I be talk about . not only be this system garbage , but you also have to pay the shipping to return the product due to the company 's terrible product . DO NOT BUY . DO NOT BUY . | |
| 934 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 wonderful crystal clear sound , get all the feature I want : VCD , CD , mp3 , progressive scan , DTS , pro Logic , 5-cd changer ... only complain be the disk changer be sort of slow , but hey , as long as I dont have to get off the couch . : -rrb- my 1st buy be a Panasonic sc-ht75 from circuitcity . it be nice , but the quiet rear speaker be really disappointing . now that Amazon be sell sc-ht95 at amost the same price I pay for the sc-ht75 -lrb- after the rebate for 95 and tax for the 75 -rrb- , I make the switch immediately . with 75 , I have to turn up the rear speaker to max and turn down the front speaker to feel a hint of ` surround ' sound . for 95 , even at a low volumn I can vividly hear bullet fly pass by my ear ! Hav not get a chance to test the progressive scan yet , which be a major feature the sc-th75 lack . all in all , excellent machine and powerful speaker at a great price , highly recommand it . | |
| 388 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I be use this as the sound system for a tv and cd\/dvd player in a small room . it work great . the sound be excellent for my use and the ability to control the volume and other input level be a big plus . other sound system that I look at in the same price range do not have the remote . I have be use the rca rt151 system for a couple of month with no problem . | |
| 589 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I can not accurately express how great this product be in a few paragraph , but I 'll try . I 'll start by say that I already have a blu-ray player -lrb- PS3 -rrb- , so I be look for a surround system that be affordable and easy to set-up , actually sound good , and feel like a quality product . after use the system for a few day I can tell you that it have more than accomplish these thing . I pay full retail price , which be $ 350 , but again , I only need a surround system by itself , no dvd or blu-ray player , which be what the majority of system seem to be these day with bd become more popular . that say I be willing to pay a little more if it be a good system . the system come with a central speaker , two front speaker and two surround speaker to achieve 5.1 surround , which be plenty for a apartment like mine . there be also a very powerful subwoofer include as well , so when I have a home I can really pump the bass . additionally , the power be 1000w . know a bit , but not a whole lot about surround sound setup , this system make it ridiculously easy for I to set it up and get go . each speaker be color-code for easy installation , which seem like a no-brainer but this be not always the case . so anyway , you plug the wire into each speaker and then into the receiver and plug in the subwoofer and you be do with the wiring , it be really that simple . the wire be plenty long for the two surround speaker as well , so that be not a issue . there be also a auto-calibration microphone that come with the system that you place where you sit when you watch tv and it do its thing in less than 30 seconds and you be system be calibrate positionally just like that . I have watch a few blu-ray so far and the sound really be great , top-notch really . if you have never have a surround system before , you do not know what you be miss ! I could never watch a movie again without it . its a very powerful system as well , I be wait for my neighbor to say something soon lol -lrb- which be why there be night mode include -rrb- there be many mode you can use as well , such as Dolby pro Logic with 5.1 support , sport , game , music etc. . . Sports give you a reverberate sound as if you be at the stadium listen to the announcer , pretty cool minor stuff . now , there be also 3 hdmus input include , which be partly why this system be a little pricier than other , but it be well worth it . so I have my PS3 and DVR hook into the receiver with one to spare . it be nice to just switch the receiver to which one I want rather than the tv , I basically do not need my tv remote anymore . I know there be no ipod dock include , but you can buy a $ 8 cable -lrb- red and white tip -rrb- and play it through that , so it be not really worth the $ 100 + Sony dmp dealy . so there you have it , a great system for the price from Sony , who come through in the clutch once again . ignore the review that say they think this have a blu-ray player with it , I be not review Amazon , rather I be review this product . pro : 3 hdmus input , great sound , sleek and compact , easy set-up , auto-calibration . con : a tad pricy but the quality be there if you do not need a blu-ray player and you do not want to deal with annoyingly complicate set-up , this be the system you want . | |
| 397 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 buy the system in early 2011 ... obvious , this be a `` while supplies last '' as sl be no longer make home audio equipment . the system come with everything...av-rec , 5 speaker and a sub woofer , cable , and speaker stand . the speaker be really outstanding . first , these speaker be very well build and very sturdy . they can be floor\/shelf speaker with stand or flush mount on the wall . most important , these speaker sound great . very clear and excellent high and mid range sound and decent base even without the sub woofer . definately the best part of the deal be these speaker . I do not have a huge amount of experience with sub-woofer , but this one seem to be pretty good . I have very little doubt that there be better one out there , but this one produce more than enough clear and accurate base for my 16 x 18 foot room . the av receiver do not have hdmus connection , which be a drawback and now be about 6 year old . but the quality of the sound be outstanding ... have optical connection -lrb- 2 -rrb- , coaxial optical , component and rca connection , etc. . . plenty of option if hdmus be not essential . I will upgrade the receiver in a year or two . con ... older receiver w\/no hdmus . speaker be not true surround ... all five be identical -lrb- but sound great -rrb- . | |
| 543 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 so this be really my first all in one home theater system . I have hear other before though although not as great quality as this one . the pro : - Easy set up . - aesthetically please . - the step by step direction be easy to follow and there be a setup dvd that come with it that guide you through set up as well . - the front speaker come with long rod and short rod so you can adjust the height of the front speaker to the height you would prefer . - the blu-ray player have a usb connect on the front make it easy to connect you ipod or usb stick to view picture , movie from a external source or to listen to you music from you ipod . - it be wifi and have a wifus stick -lrb- usb dongle -rrb- that come with it so you can wirelessly connect to you home network and get thing like hulu or pandora or crackle to listen to music or watch tv show or movie from the web . - it connect directly to the tv too so you can listen to you tv show or game through the system . - there be two HDMI port on the back so you can connect you peripheral device such as you PS3 or XBOX or something . - the wire be color code so you dont have to play the guess game when try to figure out which wire go where . - the system turn on when you turn the tv on , and the entire system turn off when you turn the tv off . - the internet streaming option be awesome include some of the sony channel like michael jackson video , crackel , youtube , and pandora . the con : - the two rear speaker be actually still wire . the wire go to a wireless receiver -lrb- a box about the size of a small dvd player -rrb- . the positive be obviously that the wire dont have to go all the way to the blu-ray player . - the receiver take a while to start up when you initially start it . it can take like 15 seconds or so . I know doesnt seem like a long time but when you be use to it turn on immediately it seem like a long time . - it come with everything need right out of the box except a hdmus cord . even though you can find one for $ 5 - $ 10 online , it be still sort of annoying . - the wire connect to the system with a snap in connection plug thing . that mean you can not switch out the speaker the system come with to better speaker . you be pretty much stick with the speaker that it come with . you could potentially splic the wire to connect the connector to a new set of speaker wire but it can be troublesome . I havent test a 3d movie to be able to comment on it . I suspect it would be great quality though consider it really have not let I down yet . overall i would say purchase this unit you wont be disappoint . it perform as expect if not better . the wireless speaker be a great touch and work seamlessly . the system set up be easy and everything you need be right in the box -lrb- except the hdmus cord -rrb- . | |
| 779 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 if you do not have a lot of money , this be the one to get . you will get a decent sound . mx966 be good for movie but not for music . if you can afford more , I would recommend to buy the receiver and speaker separately , instead of buy they in a package . | |
| 241 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 this be a excellent entry-level system -- and you can not beat the price for the performance . if you want a solid 5.1 surround sound system for less than $ 200 , you will not find a better one than the Sony ht-ddw660 . my friend with a Onkyo super-system be amaze at the clarity and depth I get out of this simple Sony -- he say it be every bit as good as he $ 1,000 + system , albeit with fewer bell and whistle . I install this with my Panasonic HD tv and Hughes DirectTV\/TiVo HD receiver use a optical cable -lrb- which you must buy separately -rrb- , and the Sony system automatically switch to the optimal sound configuration on the fly . excellent for the rest of my family who do not want to fiddle with the remote . the digital coax connection make hook up a dvd a breeze , too . I recommend that you also buy the optional speaker stand -lrb- Sony ws-fv11 -rrb- which will cost you another $ 200 for two pair -- odd that four speaker stand cost as much as the actual system -- but they be worth it . my only -lrb- all minor -rrb- complaint be : - the power be a bit low -- you really have to crank it up to get some strong volume . if you have a big room for you home theater , get a bigger sound system than this . - beware switching to FM radio before turn the sound down ; for some reason , the volume level on the radio receiver be MUCH higher than for the tv\/surround sound , so you get blast if you just switch over withor readjust the volume -- weird . - wire into the subwoofer be permanent , unlike the connection for the other five speaker . not a big deal , but you 'll have to cut and splice if you want to use you own speaker cable . - optical cable should have be include . they give you a digital coax , but why not the optical cord ? - pay special attention to the part number on the back of the five speaker -- they determine the proper left\/right\/front \/ back placement -- I miss this when I first set up the system - I be have some trouble configure my Hughes TiVo remote to control the ht-ddw660 -- the recommend TiVo code do not work . Time to get a $ 200 universal remote , I guess ... as I say , all of these be minor complaint -- in general , I be extremely pleased with the sound quality . I keep have to remind myself that I spend less than $ 200 for this great system . highly recommend . | |
| 566 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 good sound from a budget system - only flaw be I could not get the hdmus to work , have to connect use analog video cable . first unit I buy have a defective dvd player , Amazon swap for a new unit with any cost to I - very pleased with Amazon 's service ! | |
| 784 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 small , nice look , cleverly design , full feature , play cd , cdr , cdrw , AM\/FM , dvd with dt and dd 5.1 sound , have a subwoofer that shake my sofa , power enough to bear my neighbor , fidelity enough to make I think someone be enter the room while it be actually one of the dd 5.1 channel in action . the image be top , specially on the Cinema mode . hard to beat . the dvd mechanism be fast enough to make everything mostly instantaneous -lrb- load , navigate , chapter change -rrb- . I have search a lot before buying -lrb- Sony DAV s300 , 2 model from Panasonic , Onkio -rrb- and be sure I pick the best . it save I lot of space -lrb- sell my stereo mini-system and my previous Pioneer DV 414 -rrb- , look as any overpriced dvd -lrb- it be not progressive scan , though -rrb- , sound as goo as many component system I could have add to my previous dvd\/tv . could not be happier . join the club . | |
| 279 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be a very nice home theater , excelent sound , very easy to install and worth any dollar you pay for it . I like very much it speaker , small in size e big in sound . very nice complement to my PS3 . | |
| 278 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I upgrade my entire media system recently and decide that I still want the power of both dvd and VCR player along with stereo surround sound . after some research , I come upon the Panasonic scht820v . I think this would be perfect since it encompass all the feature I need in one system . it play well for the first two day . the system be not phenomenal , but it do the work it set out to do . the sound be fine and the hd channel play a simulated surround sound quality -lrb- the only true surround sound I find be only when I play dvd -rrb- . but then I notice that the dvd carousel click loudly as if something snap . the dvd player stop work and I could not even get it to open . I buy the system from Target.com and they be very friendly and send I a replacement immediately . when my replacement arrive a few day later , I perform the daunting task of pack up the old system and unpack the new one . I connect everything again with the new system and it play fine . the very next day , the same thing happen with the old player . the dvd player get stick on one of the carousel , something click very loudly and I know that be the sound of I be screw again . again , target be very accommodate ; I be no longer interested in another replacement as I have have my fill . I pack the second system up and get my refund . I do not know if anyone else have have issue with the dvd player , but for it to be defective on two separate system be a major red flag for I . be warn . now I be convinced that I will just buy a 5 Disc dvd player\/entertainment system from Sony and if I want to tape a show off the tv , I will invest in TiVO ! | |
| 180 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this arrive quickly and be easy to set up . it sound great . we have not try connect it to a computer yet , but if it appear to be straight forward . hopefully a wireless connection will be possible as well , the documentation suggest it be , but be not clear how to achieve this . | |
| 349 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 we have only have this item for a month but I have to say we be well please with it . we have a large -lrb- 18 ' x 25 ' -rrb- live room but still do not feel like we need one of the large 5-speaker system . what we love about this Sony be -lrb- a -rrb- super easy to use - you do not feel like you need to go back to college and get a engineering degree to operate it ; -lrb- b -rrb- the sound be extremely good . the bass will blow you away on the dvd 's & CD 's and , yes , it be adjustable ; and -lrb- c -rrb- it co-operate with we Harmony remote for the most part . there be one minor issue with the Harmony in that it will not go back to the correct input when change from watch a dvd to watch tv , so you have to inform the Harmony that all be not right and it will go through a series of question to correct itself . that glitch , however , be not Sony 's fault but Harmony 's and we hope that Harmony will create a `` fix '' for it soon . and finally -lrb- d -rrb- it be super inexpensive to purchase . bottom line , so far we be very happy . | |
| 586 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 really enhance we movie experieance at home . a good buy at a good price . | |
| 294 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I have have this system for about 4 year now , and have never have a problem with it . still sound like new and bass be still good . when I first buy the system , I notice that the bass be not that impressive . what I find be that if you press the display button on the remote and go to custom setting , you can change the audio level of each speaker . so , I turn the subwoofer all the way up , and the rest of the speaker down . now , no matter what audio level the system be at , the subwoofer be always louder . Hope this help if you want more base : -rrb- | |
| 985 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I be skeptic when I buy db390 because wireless rear speaker be a new technology implementation use bluetooth . I be pleasantly surprise when it take I little effort to set it up follow the manual and the wireless receiver work well . my main concern be that I have 802.11 b\/g router that use 2.4 Ghz also , and I have a wireless bluetooth headset , but so far everything work great ! I have not have any issue when use all my device -lrb- wireless network , db390 , and headset -rrb- at the same time ! | |
| 290 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 the 5 dvd changer be great . the sound quality be above what you would expect from a system of this cost level . a little light on the high end I feel but really depend a lot on you sound source as well . some say they think the bass be weak but I find if I put the sub-woofer box on it be back point up to the ceiling I get great bass . more than I want . Speaker placement be everything . try several different placement and hear the difference . all in all I be very happy except I wish the high be a little more tinkly . | |
| 253 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 after look for a home theater system for some time that would not bankrupt I , i finally find this one . for ... you really can not go wrong , it do DTS as well as dolby digital and despite the speaker only be small they 'll go pretty damn loud with very little distortion . it have plenty of connection for hook up you tv\/vcr\/cable and CD player etc and it also come supply with the phono cable to do it . as for the subwoofer not work , i think i would get a faulty unit but the subwoofer have it be own volume control on the back and you have to turn it on on the amplifier itself , the subwoofer be turn off by default . my only gripe be that it do not come supply with a optical cable and my dvd player do not have a coaxial digital output . other than that i would reccomend this system to anyone who want a decent home theater for not a lot of money . | |
| 292 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I do not see much review on this product all over online but i still go for this system and i gotta tell you it be excellent . the system be very good-looking but also sound excellent , i be thrill by the sound of this . this be definitely worth it and the price be also one of the best , thanks vann and Sony . | |
| 703 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I research for many week before opt for this product . outstanding sound and when connect to a dt capable dvd player , the sound will blow you away . the number of input make it a great receiver . I have connect all my electronics include my computer to it and the performance be amazing . just one word of advice , do not go for any of those Home theater system that have dvd player build in . they be really bad and I can tell you from personal experience . | |
| 54 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 it might work for you bedroom , but the system be not powerful enough for my small living room . the woofer be strong , but the rest of the speaker be very weak . add to that a confusing remote and long pause at start-up , advance track , and change disk , and I would rather have go with a small Sony , Panasonic , or Jensen . on the positive side ; it be inexpensive , play lot of format , it be very slim\/stylish , it be easy to hook-up , perfect ... if you be go to use it in you bedroom . | |
| 237 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 we get this about two year ago from Sam 's Club . it have be nothing but trouble . we return the first system because it would not read any disc . the second system have multiple problem : -lrb- 1 -rrb- it will not read the cd or dvd at least 50 % of the time . no kidding , sometimes I put 5 disc in there and it will cycle through all five and then finally say `` no disc . '' there be nothing wrong with the disc ; sometimes I can get they to work after multiple try -lrb- and sometimes not -rrb- . -lrb- 2 -rrb- the surround sound usually do not work . my husband give I a post-it note that we keep on the system with a series of step we have to take to reset it so that the blue light come on . -lrb- 3 -rrb- when they do work , the back speaker hiss . even though Amazon no longer carry this unit I be search to find out if there be any recall or anyone else with the same problem . we register it on the Samsung website to see if they come up with a recall notice . -lrb- we be about to dump we Canon digital camera recently when it stop work - it be past warranty - but my husband find out it have a recall on it . they fix it without charge . -rrb- | |
| 175 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 for the low price I get this system for , it have be execptional . speaker be twice the size of than those of normal system at this price , which be nice because I do not care for satelite . it also sound very good , compete with system in the 700-900 dollar price range . it be ` Hall ' mode sound good with stereo music , do not modify the l-r channel , simply add a ambience base on the difference between they . pro logic decoding be crisp and clear with encode material , play Unreal tournament with my pc connect sound very convincing . Crisp and clear Dolby Digital and DTS decoding . AM\/FM reception a little to be desire , but do a acceptable job . the only weak link would have to be the subwoofer . clearly not Phillips ' strong point , it sound thumpy , only go down to 35 hertz , and you have to turn the thing on and off , which be irritating because its easy to forget to turn it off , thus risk fry it . however , the whole thing cost I 350 buck . anyway , this system be surely worth the money if you be on a budget , and you 'll get hour of entertainment from it . | |
| 928 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 prior to any comment regard the performance of this system , I should note that , due to extensive research on dvd player , there be no surprise here . I have be read product review on this subject for over a year and select this unit base on my individual need . the Sony dav-x1 be to be use in conjunction with my Sony SXRD rear projection tv in a relatively small family room . the fact that a hdmus cable could be use here be a factor . the two speaker , plus woofer , work out nicely in a limited space area . and , there be really no sacrifice in sound quality that be meaningful . if you happen to literally have a home theater in a large room and have no problem with set up and enjoy four or more speaker , this be not the unit for you . to paraphrase a old say , `` anything over a earful be waste . '' how often can most of we crank up the sound without wake the kid , the neighbor , or inflict damage to we eardrum . I have always equate the sense of sound with the sense of smell . the distinctiveness of either be readily apparent for a short time , after which there be only good or bad . this unit produce good sound , quite adequate for anything I would ever need to hear either on dvd , tv , CD , or FM radio . should I ever win the lottery , I will be more than willing to go high end however ... I recommend this system to people who appreciate good sound and do not feel the need to entertain the neighborhood . | |
| 351 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 there be only one thing with this surround sound that I can not figure out ! I can not seem to change the sound in my rear speaker . oh the system be a 10-10 but I just can not figure it out ! I find out how to change the sound but for some reason it only change the volume and not adjust the sound from each speaker ! Hope that make sense ! overall great buy ! | |
| 743 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 the one I receive from Amazon be faulty so , I return it to Vizio and they replace it with a new one . during that time I decide this one be not right for I so , I return it to Amazon . no need to open it , it be in unused condition . thanks . | |
| 526 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 after 11 month , the subwoofer no longer work , everything else still work and the rest of the speaker work fine . now I have to try and get it fix , the nearest `` Authorized Service Center '' be 120 mile away . May just have to buy another system and sell the rest of this system on ebay , or buy just a new subwoofer on ebay . | |
| 901 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 this item be just good look junk ! after search on-line all day i realize that I be not the only one with this problem , or the only one who just have to trash this whole system ! tray i.n.t. I !!! that be all it say , then wait ! for hour , it will do nothing , totally lock up , try unplug for 30 minute to `` reset '' try remove the dvd 's . I have find two consistent complaint by many people on-line - the pop and the Tray I.N.I. t , some date back to 2007 , some as recent as my system . from a company who seem to have have customer complaint as far back as two year for the same issue and still no fix ! save yourself $ 500.00 . Panasonic be trash . | |
| 157 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I select these base on appearance in my living room as the primary factor and sound specification be secondary . the sound quality be so poor I have to disconnect they and go back to my old stuff . speaker have very poor sound quality and no depth at all . I hope other learn from my mistake ! the good news be that they be cheap . | |
| 862 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 this system sound great and be easy to set up . I would give it 5 star if it work 100 % of the time . however , my first one have squeal and buzz happen at random time when use the digital audio input -lrb- both coaxial and rca -rrb- . there have be multiple report of this on cnet 's user review as well . it do not happen on every system , but when it do , you 'll know it . I 'll be return the system today . I 'll try one more time , but if the second one do not work , I 'll go with Sony 's equivalent even though it have one less digital audio input . | |
| 625 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I purchase the Sony Bravia when I buy the 55 '' Bravia TV . I absolutely love it . I hook it up myself with a little help from Sony tech support which I must say they have awesome techy !! | |
| 851 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 this system be great . especially when you consider the price . it be plenty powerful for small to medium size room and it have super quality . hehehehehe , my buddy who spend $ 2000 on he 5.1 system come over and hear this . he jaw hit the floor when i tell he i only pay $ 200 ... highly recommend ! | |
| 20 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 this hybrid sound bar and home theater system have excellent sound and fill a average room with every detail . it sound as if you be within whatever be on you tv . however , Vizio forget about important detail when make this system . the remote be cheaply make and feel like it will break easily . a fully wireless system would eliminate setup frustration . you also need to make sure the wire be fully connect or you will not obviously have full sound . however , the system be a good deal for its price and sound great . | |
| 223 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 as other have say , this system be a great value . the receiver be excellent and the speaker be not bad . in this price range , most other company give you a lower quality receiver with less flexibility . the Onkyo receiver have low distortion , plenty of power , and a large number of input -lrb- include component video -rrb- for greater flexibility when integrate with you other av component . the receiver be good enough to keep even if you later decide to upgrade the speaker . the speaker be good consider the price , but do not compare they with audiophile grade speaker . the speaker be much larger than those in most other home theater system in this price range . due to the physics inherent in sound reproduction , it be easier to make a good speaker in a reasonably large package than it be in a tiny package . these speaker be not trade off sound quality and level just to make they small . the center and two front speaker have bass port in the rear , so they sound best when not place against a wall . also , the tweeter of the front speaker should be place at ear level , which might require the use of speaker stand -lrb- generally true for any speaker system -rrb- . when I raise or lower my head signifiantly above or below the tweeter , I could easily notice a decrease in clarity . it be also good to have the speaker point at the listener , but this be less critical due to the vertical arrangement of the tweeter in between the two mid-range . the three surround speaker have a forward face bass port , so it be fine to set they against the wall . I just hang they on the wall use the mount hole on the back of each speaker . as another reviewer have mention , the speaker cable that come with the system be 24 gauge , which be rather thin . it be worth upgrade to better wire . no need to spend a lot on the cable though . 16 gauge copper wire from the local home center should do fine . I set up two speaker next to each other , one with the 24 gauge wire and the other with 12 gauge copper wire , and listen to the pink noise output by the receiver . the difference between they be easy to discern , with the thicker wire give a stronger high end . the subwoofer be fine for watch movie but can be somewhat boomy for listen to music . when reproduce explosion in movie , boominess be not a bad thing , but when reproduce organ tone , the subwoofer have a tendency to boom on the low tone . I manage to reduce the boominess by fill the subwoofer with one pound of polyester fiberfill -lrb- available at the craft store -rrb- . I open up the subwoofer by remove the screw hold the bottom board and then remove the screw hold the speaker driver . then I lift out the driver and place it to the side of the hole -lrb- be careful not to pull on the wire -rrb- . then I evenly stuff the subwoofer with the fiberfill , be sure to keep the fiberfill away from the end of the port and from the heat sink on the amplifier . this help to reduce the boominess without reduce the overall sound pressure level . the subwoofer still be not able to reproduce the lowest organ tone -lrb- ~ 20 hz -rrb- but that be to be expect of any subwoofer not cost many time more . i find that the bass sound stronger and more even when I set the subwoofer crossover to 100 hz instead of the default 80 hz . I think the main speaker have trouble reproduce sound much below 100 hz , so it be better to send those to the subwoofer . overall , this be a great system , and even if you just set up the system out of the box -lrb- read the manual -rrb- , it 'll still be better than most other in this price range . but the system can be make even better with just a few tweak . | |
| 565 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I think I would upgrade from the Vizio 2.1 soundbar , which perform well . my first vht510 last about three week before the blue volume , etc. , led stop work . the sound quality , in my opinion , be spectacular for the price . because the indicator light provide the only visual feedback for the various setting available , I return the unit to Amazon . the replacement unit work perfectly when I set it up . however , when I turn the unit on the next morning , I find that the subwoofer lead indicate it be not connect to the sound bar . the soundbar 's wireless function appear to have fail . two different Vizio technician be unable to to correct the issue over the phone . since this be a replacement unit from Amazon , I decide to send the defective unit to Vizio in hope that whatever problem be associate with the unit will have be correct in its replacement . we 'll see ! | |
| 420 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I can not say enough about this speaker system . I be afraid that buy a satellite system because I though they would sound cheap , but boy be I wrong . the sound that come out of these speaker be amazing and they sound just as good at low volume and they do at high volume . I be not a expert , but I know what sound good and I know what I like and these be perfect for I and they fit my budget nicely . they be without a doubt the best set of speaker I have ever have . I have they hook up to a pioneer vsx-30 elite amplifier with output detail 80 Watt - 8 ohm - 20 - 20000 hz - thd 0.08 % - 7 channel -lrb- s -rrb- -lrb- surround -rrb- and it be a perfect match with he receiver . I also have a set of Klipsch SF-3 floor standing speaker hook up with em and all I can say be I be hear my music for the first time at this level of quality and can not believe the difference . I have have no problem with the sub and it turn off and on just fin without make any noise as I have read it previous comment . | |
| 800 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I buy this system for my bedroom theater . because I be disabled , I want to have something that be not go to be too complicated and want a system from one manufacturer . I hear this system at a Radio Shack and even in the showroom environment it sound very good . after install it my bedroom , it sound great . a better sub would be nice but that be immaterial as the bass from this system once you find a corner to place the sub be very good . the remote have no problem control all the rca equipment that be attach to the receiver . the biggest nit I have be that the the receiver do not upconvert the video to the monitor so you need to have a monitor that have both s-video and composite input . | |
| 523 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I do not know much about sound system and already have 5 speaker set up for surround sound use a Onkyo receiver . I expect to be able to plug everything in to the receiver and have 7.1 surround but that be not the case . if you do not have a receiver , you can plug the two speaker into the subwoofer and the subwoofer into the tv and you better sound than if you just have the tv speaker . however , if you be like I , the jack on the subwoofer can not plug into the port on the receiver . thus , I have 7 speaker for lovely surround sound with not bass . still , speaker look very nice in front of my tv and I have the connect as one long shiny black bar . you also have the option of stand they up on either side of you tv as show in the picture . | |
| 832 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 System seem to work fine ... operation can be a little slow between mode . biggest issue be the remote which seem to break down quickly ... and find a replacement even with universal remote be impossible ... finally get a learning remote to replace it . | |
| 905 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 my husband think it be great , just what he want . he look for a while before we order & he be well pleased . | |
| 546 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 for the price , this be a ideal system . I have a fairly large great room , and it get fill with sound . front speaker be great , back speaker do not seem to be very loud , even after adjust the volume setting . I plop the sub underneath the coffee table , and I would suggest you at least try it . it help keep the bass response tight and punchy . it would have be awesome if this come with some wire guard , or maybe a coupon for some . right now , i just have wire snake along the floor -lrb- I rent , so I be not go to slice the carpet up -rrb- . have not look into the wireless capable yet . Spent too much on the tv already ! | |
| 322 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I cant complain . I be sort of worried that there wouldnt be enough intput -lrb- because i find it hard to find schematic and picture of the back of this unit -rrb- , but there be two set of input and one set of output . so ive get my Playstation 2 and tv . all the sound from my tv get redirect through the speaker . the sound quality be very good , ive listen to some of my CD 's on it , test it with classical to heavy metal . all of which sound marvelous . ive even have complaint from next door that they can hear it too well . you cant beat this unit for it be price ! its get a dvd player and a mp3 Player build in ! | |
| 99 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I buy this system and use it for one week . the volume lead light go out . I call Vizio and they say to pack it up and take it to Costco . disassemble , pack up and take it back for a exchange . bring the new one home , set it up . work great . 2 day later , no volume lead light . I never pack it up to take it back ... too much trouble . sound be great . light suck . also the remote control be very sensitive . you have to be right in front of unit to change volume . and of course the volume be a guess without light . would like to find a fix , without multiple trip to store ! th Raleigh | |
| 164 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 well the panasonic hometheater system sound be great and the picture be great , however the pop sound only appear when i play my vanilla sky , matrix reload and l.a. confidential dvd 's . the first 2 dvd title show a small amount of pixellation ... there like little color square that appear for less than a sec and sometimes interrupt sound but not everytime i play the disc . i try those dvd 's on my sony dvd player and the disc be perfect . no scratch , no fingerprint , no pixellation and no dust . my l.a. confidential dvd never play well with the panasonic system , with the sony it be perfect . if someone can tell I why i get this little color square but the disc be perfect . this panasonic home theater dvd really disappointed I when i play those disc , and how now what other dvd 's get those little annoying square and what annoy I the most be that they dont always appear on the same chapter , sometimes not at all and sometimes they do appear . 1 star for the problem , cuz the sound and picture be great but the little square really tick I off . be there something i can do to stop that from happen ? | |
| 483 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 this be the worst piece of equipment I believe I have ever purchase . I have it maybe 8 month and it begin to freeze . at 9 month the VCR go out . now nothing work I would stay away from this product , I think Magnavox will put they name on anything . | |
| 866 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 a very good player at a very reasonable price . | |
| 208 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I own several Toshiba product and have be happy with every one . once again I be amaze at the workmanship , quality , and price of another fine Toshiba product . before buy the Toshiba sd-43ht I make the mistake of go really cheap and by another system from a retail chain . the maker of the cheap system be AMW . I be so dissapointed with the AMW system that I return it within a hour of set it up . I then decide to really research the Home Theater market before buy anything else . I come across the Toshiba sd-43ht and decide to give it a try . WoW !!! it be easy to set up and the sound be amazing for a 320watt system . have a DTS decoder be a must for amazing surround sound . many dvd movie have the DTS Digital as a audio option , and believe I , DTS digital sound be higher quality than Dolby 5.1 digital . another benefit with this system be that plenty of speaker wire be include to allow speaker placement just about anywhere . I also like have the digital optical speaker input so that I be able to hook up my Playstation 2 's optical sound port to the Toshiba sd-43ht optical sound port and use the DTS decoder with Grand theft auto Vice City . this system be versatile and be a must have in you home . you will not be dissapoint with the price , or the quality in the Toshiba SD-43HT Theater System . | |
| 837 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 you could spend a lot more for the functions\/features available on this model , but you would be waste you money . after open the box and follow the very simple instruction , we be watch we Theater within a hour . the calibration microphone be pretty cool to watch work -lrb- automatically -rrb- the remote be small but very functional . the sound quality be excellent , the picture be just what you would expect from a Sony . we do not feel the need to break window when we watch a movie or listen to the FM tuner , but the unit handle higher volume very well . | |
| 854 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 recently , Dolby Digital surround sound have overtake its predecessor , Dolby pro Logic . it provide a dramatic upgrade in sound quality and realism over the analog pro logic . initially , very expensive , it be now available in many moderately price home Theater receiver . | |
| 677 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 impressive home theater system with excellent power . on top of the great sound and quality video it have very stylish design feature that compliment its quality audio and video output !! | |
| 806 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I should have follow the advice of the other reviewer . my volume indicator led die the first day . Vizio have I unplug the set , hold power for 30 seconds , and then plug it back in . after that the indicator work for a few hour and quit again . now the power trick do not fix it . the set sound great , but I be not sure I can live with this defect . | |
| 993 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I should have pay closer attention when order this product . it be not `` wireless '' . instead of return it I purchase a wireless adapter which work fine with it . the Pandora online application be great ! better than Sirius XM as far as music and quality be concern . also good for Netflix . have not attempt to download a movie yet . probably never will . good blue ray player . it do upconvert regular dvd 's very well . | |
| 911 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I buy this system because it be well-priced and it have the hdmus switching that I require , with 4 hdmus input . after go through some setup , the system sound quite good . the speaker be make of wood and seem to be of good quality . however , sometimes the sound would screech loudly for a second when switch HDMI source . and pretty soon the receiver start freezing up and become unresponsive to any button press or the remote . the only way to unfreeze it be to unplug it from the wall . this be unacceptable . I have do some research and it seem to be a common problem , although I could not determine why it happen . the best I could find be that it be possibly a hdmus processing issue . I want to like this system - I have use denon before with little issue . it be also a pain in the neck to have to unplug everything , package it , and send it back . but I be still return this system and get another brand . sorry denon . on the up side , Amazon have be fantastic regard the return , as usual . | |
| 488 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 arm with a budget of under 500 , my choice be a Onkyo ht-s760 and this Panasonic ht900 . I choose this one over the Onkyo coz it have a 5 disc dvd player \/ tallboy satellite -lrb- speaker which need no stand -rrb- and this one look really neat . Onkyo be suppose to sound better , and its much heavier and bulky . but after listen to both system , I decide this be very good by itself . this system sound excellent , look great and be very reasonably price . the remote be a tricky beast -lrb- it have shift-key ! -rrb- . the system be very easy to setup and I get it up and run in no time . I wish the bass would boom heavier - but to be fair , I havent really push it hard since I live in a apartment complex & didnt want to share my music with unwilling neighbor LOL . I be amaze at the Dolby ProLogic II - as it seem to extract full surround from VHS cassette . this be my first HT , and it have change the way I see ! : -rrb- | |
| 386 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 ok , maybe I be on a little bit of a `` jihad '' here against these up-converting dvd player , but bear with I because I do have a valid point . do not buy any dvd player because it can `` up-convert to hd '' . evaluate all dvd player on whether they do everything else well , or have the connection you need -lrb- DVI , HDMI , etc. -rrb- or the price be in you budget . this may be a fine dvd player , but do not buy it just because it can up-convert , and do not use the up-convert capability of this player even if you do buy it . if you tv can accept 720p or higher input via DVI or HDMI , then it be already scale the image to fit the native resolution of the display device . and I guarantee you it be do a better job of it than any sub-200 dollar dvd player be go to do . -lrb- if not , then you hdtv be poorly make -rrb- . my final point : if this up-coverting technology be such a good idea , why be Samsung the only one do it ? why not Pioneer , Panasonic , Sony , JVC , and Denon ? -lrb- because they know it be usless technology -rrb- . | |
| 528 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 the main unit have a slick , slim design . the speaker be solid look . all the need cable be include , and everything be color code and label . then I turn it on . First , whenever power be apply , or mode -lrb- disc\/tuner\/aux -rrb- change , a disturbingly loud `` klunk '' noise be make . the unit always power up in disc mode , and will not respond for several seconds while it try to load a disc . setting -lrb- such as volume -rrb- be often lose or different when change between mode . many function be not available in all mode . for example , `` mute '' only work when play a disc . the equalizer only apply to audio cd . and so on . i find I have to wait one or two seconds after press a button before the unit respond . if I press additional button before the unit be ready , it sometimes do not respond , or do the wrong thing . sometimes , while change between mode -lrb- e.g. , from radio tuner to aux in -rrb- , the disc tray would eject a inch or so out of the unit , and then stop . this be especially ironic give that the eject button do not function unless you be in disc mode . audio and video artifact -lrb- pop , click , on-screen flash , etc. -rrb- occur when navigate dvd menu . worst of all , the unit lock up several time play dvd . the picture would corrupt , then everything would just stop . I have to unplug the unit , and then plug it back in , to get it to respond again . this happen on several different dvd , include a brand-new , just-opened disc . i return the unit to the store . I be not expect much , but this model fail to meet even basic expectation . | |
| 147 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I have own these speaker from Aug\/Sept of 2011 . they be very good surround sound speaker for a 7.1 setup . I have everything match with Sony product , so these compliment the look of my home theater . the sound be great for sound effect , when the scene in a movie permit . they be good for music , but not as primary speaker . I have the Sony ss-f6000 's in the front . I recommend they also as they get the full sound that the surround sound 's lack . this set of speaker be worth it in my opinion , as I only pay 169.99 + tax for they new at best buy . as for the Sony ss-f6000 speaker Amazon also should have they cheap . I pay 119.00 ship . the receiver I have run everything be Sony str-dn1010 . it be a very good receiver as well . I buy the receiver the same time as everything too . I only pay $ 199.00 for the receiver . you can buy a newer version for the same price now if you shop smart . good Luck I say buy it , unless you want more higher end product . then I say look for Martin Logan , Bowers and Wilkins , or Focal 's $ 30.000.00 speaker -- each ! | |
| 459 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I purchase the MartinLogan mlt-2 system at a Amazon cyber deal 6 month ago for 399.99 . the speaker be connect to a Onkyo ht-rc260 receiver , so the home theater setup cost I $ 720 . overall , I be very pleased with the sound quality of the speaker . I be ecstatic about the price . for bookshelf speaker , the sound be bright and crisp , with house rattle bass -lrb- if you want it -rrb- . however , the journey to this level of satisfaction be not without its turn and twist . when I receive the speaker , they be well packed and undamaged and easy to hookup , use 14ga speaker wire . they be be use in a large room -lrb- 20x45 -rrb- and they provide clean , room fill sound . there be a problem with the subwoofer . when in auto-mode , the subwoofer would automatically detect if a signal be be send and turn on\/off automatically . -lrb- someone with a integrated system would not need the sensor since the whole system would power on and off together . -rrb- the mlt-2 auto-function would cycle on\/off continuously , sometimes two or three time every half hour . when the subwoofer power off , it would make a big boom . I complain to customer service and they send out a second subwoofer immediately . I test they side by side and the subwoofer cycle on\/off in a similar manner , each time with a annoying boom . I continue my complaint and they send out a third unit ! now I have three subwoofer and I test they use different cable and different output on the receiver -lrb- the Onkyo have three dedicated subwoofer output -rrb- . all three unit behave almost identically , switching on and off within minute - sometimes seconds of each other . even after use the Onkyo speaker balancing program , the on\/off cycling continue - although to a much lesser extent . I finally increase the subwoofer gain manually to the maximum +10 db and the cyclig pretty much disappear . so I pack up the two replacement and send they back to MartinLogan . another reviewer in this section complain about receive defective speaker - the two replacement subwoofer that have be send to I be both damage , presumably by UPS . the first one have two corner crushed and one of the metal fin on the back heat appliance bent . the other have slight cabinet damage along a edge and corner . I be lucky with the original shipment , because everything be undamaged . I be able to mitigate the problem with the auto-function , by tweaking the amplifier . it be not perfect . sometimes the subwoofer cycle on\/off during a movie , which be annoying , but now it tend to be rare . if it be to become a problem , I would not use the auto function and remember to power the subwoofer on\/off manually . I might blame MartinLogan for this , but after read about the auto function , it seem that many manufacturer have this problem . for the price and sound quality , as well as the responsiveness of customer service though , I rate the MartinLogan mlt-2 5 star . | |
| 387 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 Got this thing for my girlfriend as a Christmas gift . hooked everything up Christmas eve , she be so excited , then the dvd player do not work . will not read dvd 's or CD 's . thanks for ruin she Christmas KLH ! that be why I buy Sony only ... learn my lesson on this one . | |
| 876 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 after read through all of the review , I decide to roll the dice and buy the Samsung ht-wp38 . there be a few write-up where people be complain about wire , hiss , skip , even customer service ... well , I have not see any of these issue . I think a lot of issue about wireless device can be attribute to people not understand the technology . this device use the 2.4 GHz band , the same band as a lot of cordless phone and wireless networking device . do you research , check you phone and wap , and replace anything that might interfere . I have a 5.8 GHz wireless router sit right behind this reciever and there be no interference , hiss , static , crackling . sound be crystal clear . and yes , the wireless just keep you from run wire from the front of the room to the back . the rear channel be wire to a reciever box , but it be no big deal to put that out of sight . I think the picture detail the setup well . anyway , overall a great entry level ht . | |
| 637 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 hus i dont have the product but im really interst on buy one , so i would like to know if anybody can tell I if the dvd be a multi-zone dvd or if be not . thanks for you time | |
| 332 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 the sound be not great , and remote have to be at close to a 90 degree angle to work well , but for the money it be okay for a bedroom . do not get it for the family room , though . | |
| 123 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 well it didnt have hdmus and the remote be pretty bad and the disc changer be awful . the sound quality be ok but i dont believe Sony 's dubious clame of 143 watt a channel or the 285 for the sub . | |
| 91 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I purchase this unit to replace my aging klipsch 2.1 system which actually have better bass , but be become balky and malfunction often . the Onkyo be simple to set up and run . it have a nice on screen menu that super over programing without have to interrupt anything . the sound be very good and crisp . it have amazing surround dimensionality for a 2.1 system . I like the fact that there be a minimum number of wire and that the remote easily switch between source . the one drawback be that the system must have the tv power on to function properly , there be time when I just want to listen to music from a internet source , but it do not work unless the tv be on . | |
| 402 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I be on the second system after my first system be replace . this product have cause constant problem . the system take dvd and cd and do not eject they . | |
| 957 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I just purchase this system and after one day i return it back . the quality of the sound be ok , but only when you play from the Sony dvd player . my plan be to use that system to stream audio from my blu-ray player , so I use the Optical wire to connect the blu-ray player with the Sony player but , the quality of sound be like 2ch stereo , I have try with all the audio setting on the Sony device with no luck . when I put the dvd disc in the Sony player the sound be pro logic 5.1 . I want to use that system as receiver , however , that do not work . so if you plan to do the same just get the one with -lrb- hdmus in -rrb- for external device . overall i rate this system 3 star because it play nice sound , however the menu on remote be nightmare , also the lcd display be small and hard to read from a distance . | |
| 794 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 yes , I know it be a old player by a defunct company . yes I know it be obsolete in the eye of blu-ray . yes , I know the speaker be bulky and obtrusive and this be not even something that Fred Flintsone could find a use for . I have originally purchase just as a fourth dvd player for my wreckroom . in the 4 year that I have own this it be only use literally once . it take multiple time for the player to read the disc , the picture quality be lousy and the sound quality be fuzzy . anyway , I have just go in to check it to see if this work because I be think of sell it on cl and surprise , surprise , it be not work . I have come to expect thing like this to happen with the all-mighty RCA name so I be really not that surprised . rca make garbage look like gold . rca 's crummy electronics only rival they non-existant service . no excuse for make a item this poor . I should have have my head examine for purchase this piece of plastic junk . | |
| 954 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this a very nice home theater system in a box . I buy a new tv last fall and the sound be ok but due to have it in a cabinet it sound very muted . I add the Sony Bravia and I feel like I be in a movie theater !! for the price of 200 buck you can not beat it !! very easy to set up . just install the disc for the best sound . the speaker be all color code and permanently mark so if you move the system in the future you will not forget how to plug thing back in . I suggest you use the HDMI cable hookup to get the absolute best sound and picture you can . the bass be formadable . for a living room or family room this provide all the high quality sound you will need without spend a ton of money on complicated system !! | |
| 572 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 hus we purchase this unit in April , 2005 for almost over $ 400.00 . this unit do not have review by then . we think since we be put good money we get a pretty decent system but the performance be not what we expect . it can not play dvd for more than 2 or 3 hour . after that it continually try to read but unsuccessful . please do not buy this unit at all . try look for a SONY or BOSE if you can afford . lesson learn be beware what you buy and let other write review about the unit then you buy . thanks . | |
| 260 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I buy this home theater system for my boyfriend for Christmas and he love it ! he love the fact that it be a 5-disc changer so that he do not have to get up and change dvd all the time . he also like the fact that the speaker give you the option of put they on pedestal that you can buy separetly . overall , I be very satisfied with the product and recommend it to anyone who be interested in purchase it . | |
| 83 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I be totally satisfied and highly impressed with this system . for the style , the output , the quality , and the price , this amw system be worth it . I be enjoy it tremendously !! I highly recommend this system . and if you have a problems\/questions regard connection -lrb- I do with the speaker -rrb- , they website be full of solution ... . | |
| 426 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I buy this dvd player about 4 month ago ... for the brand I figure it would be a pretty good unit ... I think wrong though right now the only movie I can get to work on this player without the speaker buzz be Rocky Horror , and that only if I listen to it in mono ... so far my Bass channel put out just buzz ... the internal fan go dead , so the only way to keep it from over heating be to keep the lid off it ... the left and right channel buzz , the surround stop work all together ... all in all , this unit be worthless ... dont buy it !!! and , if on the off chance that you already have one ... when it break down , save the speaker , they be the best part of the unit ... | |
| 304 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 the set up be really easy for this . . but for some reason I can not get all the speaker to work . the color code wire make it idiot proof . . but the mid range speaker will not work . | |
| 791 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 have good quality sound and have some great feature . Problem be can not plug into you tv and satalite to have surround sound for both . but for the price it work great . | |
| 410 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 we finally get around to mount the speaker up properly , only to find the unit do not work properly . it will read low-budget dvd like `` little rascal '' collection -lrb- buy at Christian bookstore -rrb- and a music tutorial dvd , but it will not read any dvd rental or purchase from Blockbuster and the like . the unit only show the `` no disk '' indication . the only menu I can get be the general menu option when dvd\/cd player be select . DSP , equalize , and other button do\/indicate\/select nothing . this statement on Amazon and other seller ' site be a lie : `` Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby pro Logic decoding ; Dolby pro Logic II generate 5.1 surround signal from any stereo -lrb- 2-channel -rrb- source '' the unit default to stereo mode when aux 1 or aux 2 or select , so there be no way to get surround sound from this thing except if it be encode on a dvd that will actually play . nothing in the manual or on the box support the claim of the seller that it will `` generate surround signal from any stero -lrb- 2-channel -rrb- source . '' this be a figment of a sale ' department imagination . I be severly mislead into buy this junk because of this false claim as I be specifically look for a cheap way to get surround sound into that room . the previous homeowner leave hole in the wall from they home theater , but since this be a room we do not use much , I opt for a cheap way to cover the hole with speaker and bring surround sound to my directv viewing\/cd playing in that room . add to that the fact that no rental dvd will work , it be a extreme ripoff . of course the receipt be nowhere to be find so I can not even have the unit service under warranty even though I have the box , UPC , and manual . even if I do , I suspect I will be tell that the disclaimer in the manual be interpret to mean there be never any guarantee the unit would play -lrb- undamaged , clean -rrb- rental or purchase commercial dvd 's . | |
| 425 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 awesome sound for such a small system . Great for small New York apartment where space be at a premium . | |
| 564 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 they be pretty good at do what they be suppose to do . relatively easy to mount up and strong enough for pretty heavy speaker -lrb- 2.86 lb -rrb- . of course it be a little pricey but what choice do you have ? these be the cheapest one that get the job do nicely . the only weakness I notice be with the keyhole mount option . it have a little give but then again there be only one screw hold the speaker to the mount . do not be afraid to tighten all those screw down really hard to get they to stay where you want they , the mount can handle it . also , I 'll share what help I to mount they in the exact position I want they in . just a simple guide in case you be have trouble on how to go about it . 1 . I separate the piece -lrb- except for the elbow joint -rrb- . 2 . I mount the end piece to the speaker tightly so there be no give . 3 . I tape up all the wall mount to test out the optimal spot for the speaker then attach they with the supply hardware . 4 . I take one speaker at a time and put the slightly tighten elbow to it and wiggle they around on the wall attachment till I have they in a good position . 5 . I then gently slip off the speaker and tighten the elbow in the right position on the wall -lrb- both the actual elbow and where the elbow connect to the wall mount -rrb- . 6 . ran the wiring to the mount -lrb- good luck , it suck get the wire around live room nicely -rrb- 7 . attach the speaker wire to the speaker and tighten the speaker mount to the elbow . 8 . Voila !!! what a pain , especially on a 7.1 system , but so worth it in the end . wow , I feel like a real handy man now -lrb- or handy person , no offense lady -rrb- . | |
| 130 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 can not find any tech datum for this item ? can not rate this item . | |
| 28 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I love these speaker . my favorite feature be the night mode where it tone down the sound where its loud enough for you , quiet enough for the next room over during the night hour . | |
| 379 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 ... look for a decent , reasonably price unit in store be a joke , so do not waste you time . after look on line , we take a chance on this unit , and have not regret it . I be sure there be better system out there , but you will pay a arm and a leg for they . this one do the job and be more than worth the money and trouble to order it on line . the only complaint we have be that the system will not allow you to control the speaker individually , but I be not sure that this be a option that any system give you , so take that comment with a grain of salt . other than that , the sound be great , the system be aesthetically please , and if you already have a dvd player and do not need a system that include one , this be a must purchase for you . | |
| 306 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 buy this system when it be `` today 's Deal '' . so far , I have not be the least bit disappointed . as many other reviewer point out , if you be look for big sound for a big room this probably be not you best bet . however , if you be look to add some punch to you weak tv speaker in a smaller room this system be great . I do not want wire run all over so a sound bar be my best option . I really like the fact that the sub be build into the controller . overall , I be very satisfied . | |
| 987 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 it have be a long and arduous journey for I to find a home theater system that meet two simple expectation . when I finally find this system it not only meet those simple expectation , it blow they away . this be the third system that I have purchase , the other -lrb- a Sony and a Kenwood -rrb- be not pass muster . my first expectation be that the sound system should work , and the Kenwood fail here when its Subwoofer stop work in a literal cloud of smoke . my second expectation be that it should sound good , and this be where the Sony fail . this onkyo system sound so much better than those other model in the $ 300 to $ 350 price range that I would gladly pay twice that after have to set-up and return two system . the package be deliver by freight -lrb- for Free by Crutchfield , whom I also recommend -rrb- and it be a large , heavy box . the receiver have some real heft to it , and appear to be very well make . the speaker be much larger than the standard fare with home theater system right now , and you will be glad they be once you hear they . there be six speaker in total , include three surround . the subwoofer have a powerful ten inch driver that will really add reinforcement to action movie and good soundtrack . there be 1000 watt in total go to all seven speaker . this be a setup that be better suit for a larger room , mine be about 15 ' by 30 ' . it would probably overpower a room that be not big enough . the system itself be a little complicated to figure out but have many feature . there be a build in crossover for the subwoofer that can be set from 80-150hz , and the volume can be adjust for each speaker . Make sure you have a optical cable from to connect the dvd player to it to fully take advantage of 6.1 surround . one of the most important aspect of a system be have a well design remote control . the remote control for this unit be a little large , but the button be spread out and illuminate for ease of use , although I have not yet figure out what they all do . this system also have the ability to play a stereo signal through all of its speaker , something the Sony and Kenwood system could not do . the Onkyo will also take a 5.1 signal and convert it to a 6.1 signal by blend the left\/right rear signal together into a rear center signal . there be also a `` late night '' feature that will make quiet noise louder and the loud noise softer so that you can listen to a movie quietly and still hear everything , among other feature that I have not yet get around to discover . be warn , this system be not the easiest to set up or to operate , but the result can not be deny . it work . it sound good . buy it . | |
| 166 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 I use it in my bedroom and the sound quaility be much better than the tv speaker , the output be not too lound as use in a bedroom , the only draw back be it have no hdmus input , so you can not connect any hdmus device to it . | |
| 527 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 2 I be super excite to give this as a gift for christmas . unfortunately we system sound like angry chipmunk when its turn on ... we have try several change in setting and to no avail . I be overly dissapointed especially after do week of research on several system and finally choose this one . never again ! not to mention that it arrive in a marked box and be deliver to the person whom the gift be for ! shame on you AMAZON !! FYI I purchase all the other compatable cable etc , we tv be a Visio itself and it still sound terrible . | |
| 406 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I have have this system for almost a year now . every thing on it work great . there be a few exception like hold the ff and rw to actually rewind and fast forward . also , to those look for true wireless please think . do you want you speaker to be run on battery ? it have to have a terminal to connect to the back speaker . I be have to send the system in because the fan be bust due to a power surge . a minnor hasle , over all it produce great sound and great picture quality . Great for beginner and expert user for a affordable price | |
| 359 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 Easy set up and connect to wifi easily . however , disc player result in tv screen go blank in the middle of dvd 's for a second or so in the middle of program , in some case multiple time . menu for multus episode dvd often do not play . Software would not update through wifus which Samsung customer support -lrb- call several time -rrb- attribute to higher than usual call volume -lrb- for a week -rrb- , server problem -lrb- for a week -rrb- , and in one case the guy blame my tv -lrb- ironically also a Samsung -rrb- . customer support be not very helpful . sound quality be mediocre and wireless rear speaker almost useless . however , the blank screen experience and inability to get this fix make the unit useless and I return it since it be defective . my guess be that Samsung have not develop the software and that they home theater unit should be avoid . | |
| 38 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 fabulous ! so what do a electronically challenge person do ? look for the simplest , yet best the market have to offer . I admit I be not a `` audio guru '' , but the sound this system produce for the price be great ! I compare it with the bose 3-2-1 , and this system win hand down . my goal be to not have obnoxious , obtrusive speaker and wire overtake my room , and this absolutely fit the bill ! it be a small , attractive system with great sound . I purchase the system for sound with my LG 47 '' 1080p lcd hdtv -lrb- which I should have purchase from Amazon for a much lower price ... my bad ! -rrb- and be totally enjoy the sound with dvd 's as well as CD 's and fm radio . however , because I be electronically challenge , I have not yet be able to figure out how to make the sound come out of the tv -lrb- which be the whole point for the system -rrb- . nonetheless , I be enjoy this amazing system and look forward to enjoy it even more when I can get it to work with my tv ! | |
| 492 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I buy this system after both my parent and grandparent buy it for themselves . everyone one love they 's , include myself . this sysetem be very nice since it be a reciver amplifier and dvd player all in one . which cut down on the wire and the annoyance of move seprate component , uh ... when you move . also the amplifier be very powerful which make the passive subwoofer better sound then my previous active subwoofer system . another great feature be the fact that it play both super audio cd and dvd-audio which be amazing for a system of this price . in actuality I have listen to a number of more exspensive system , and I actually think that this system be better then a number of they . if you have any doubt about the system after you buy it just listen to Star Wars episode 2 with it and you decision will be validate . | |
| 799 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 I order this from Amazon just about this time last year & the ks3101 be still play every dvd I throw into it...store-bought , rental , dvd + and dvd - that I have burn with my computer . I have a 27 '' tv with rca in\/out jack , so I be no audio or video expert -lrb- nor do I have pocket deep enough to become one -rrb- . the sound be infinitely better than the tv 's built-in speaker -lrb- the main reason I purchase it -rrb- , the dvd player be much more compatible than my Panasonic progressive scan dvd player -lrb- which I pay about $ 70 for and will not play dvd + & have trouble with paper label dvd 's -rrb- . I do not expect it to crap out soon -lrb- hope not either -rrb- , but if it do I would still consider it a good buy for the much , much improve sound quality while watch the tube and the ~ 300 movie I have watch on it without a glitch . | |
| 765 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I have own this dvd player for quite sometime ... late 03 ' or early 04 ' ? . . can not remember but I have not have a problem w \/ it . I actually like that it support multiple video format ... i use it at time to double ck unlabled datum disc ... -lrb- i forget to label ... argh ! i know ! -rrb- all I can say be that i have have no problem w \/ it ... but if someone can recommend I to site where i can get a replacement remote ? ... long story short ... my remote melt ... thanks in advance ! | |
| 297 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this system be great ! I buy it for space reason ... great feature and sound that take up 1\/3 of the space of my old bulky entertainment center . I live in a single family detach home , and be listen to the HQ \*\* 2 mix of Toni Braxton 's `` hit the Freeway '' one evening and be surprise to find the local cop knock on my door . this system put out !! the bass from the subwoofer be the problem ... I turn it down now whenever I hit the Toni Braxton track . ; - -rrb- my only complaint be I now have three remote to juggle ... one for the receiver , one for the dvd\/vcr combo and one for my tv . need to shop around for a good universal remote that be compatible . oh yea , and the lead display on the tuner be blue , and the dvd\/vcr display be green ... what be up with that ? | |
| 238 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 this be a awesome sound system ! no matter what size the room , it make you feel like you in a small movie theater . the receiver do great with all dolby 5.1 . , and it work great with Digital Cable or a dish . buy this and you will not be sorry ! | |
| 215 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 Audiovox dv1201 5.1-channel dvd home Theater System | |
| 870 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 I have own this device for about 4 year now . most of these review up here be good enough to describe how it work , but if you be technically incline , please read on . use the device as a receiver be definitely not recommend . in Dolby pro Logic mode , delay can be anywhere from 40m to 80m . with Dolby Digital , the delay be worse -lrb- roughly 160m to 180m -rrb- , so voice seem can be delay . this be definitely noticeable when watch standard definition channel as they be not in Dolby Digital . mouth move and then voice come . however , if you plan on use this with any video game , be warn . be sure to calibrate you game -lrb- Rock Band and Rock Band 2 allow you to adjust the delay in video and audio separately -rrb- . without the fact that be play dvd , I would have rate this a 2 star . but since it play dvd well , I have to up the rating . dvd playback be good , but it lack the tech that come with today 's dvd player . back in the day , this be a decent product . now , it be time to move on . | |
| 342 HomeTheaterSystem NEU 3 overall I be and still be very impressed with the sound and build quality of the system . however the main negative point that irritate I be the fact the the system have hardly any connectivity , especially that there be no digital input , which as the AUXILLARLY curcuit ` only ' support Dolby Pro-Logic , unable I to watch sky movie and use my XBOX etc in Dolby 5.1 as intend , and as I have pay over # 350 for the device be disappointing . | |
| 680 HomeTheaterSystem POS 4 the product be awesome , no complaint about how it work and sound but be careful , this be not a 100 % wireless system . I think it be from what I read but ... surprise !! you will still have run cable behind you couch ! | |
| 256 HomeTheaterSystem POS 5 ok its not as good as the bose system , but for the fraction of the price it be good . I really can not tell the difference between mine system and my brother bose which cost 1500 dollar more without a dvd player . if you have super sensitive ear and you loaded get the `` bose system '' if you look for a dvd\/audio theater system that sound great , play cd , dvd and really look good too , get the panasonic | |
| 124 HomeTheaterSystem NEG 1 I usually do not leave product review but because I feel burn so badly on this one I have to say something to warn everyone else . I be actually online search for a way to remedy the pop and hiss , think I must have be do something wrong , and then I run across other review that be state the same problem that I be have . this system really be pathetic peace of junk and I have be totally embarrass by they on more than one occasion . they will pop and hiss -lrb- loudly -rrb- then the sound will totally disappear . forget this system and do not give Panasonic another dime . if I be look for a new system I would go with bose . yes , bose system be expensive but they know have payment option on they website and I can guarantee you will not get these type of review form they system . | |