Philips LX3500D DVD Home Theater System

The ideal theater for homes with standard or high-definition televisions, the Philips LX3500D consists of a Dolby Digital/DTS-decoding surround sound receiver with an integrated single-disc progressive-scan DVD/CD player, five satellite speakers, and a powered subwoofer. The DVD drive reads DVD, DVD+RW, and VCD, as well as CD, CD-R, CD-RW, and MP3 CDs. A full onscreen display simplifies setup and operation.

If you're using (or plan to use) a high-definition or HD-ready TV, you'll appreciate the system's progressive scanning, which is referred to as 480p for the number of horizontal lines that compose the video image. This feature creates a picture with twice the scan lines of a conventional DVD image, providing sharper, higher resolution images while eliminating nearly all motion artifacts. The LX3500D also offers 3:2 pulldown. DVD mastering introduces a common distortion when adjusting 24 frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video; 3:2 pulldown corrects this distortion to display a film-frame-accurate picture. Composite- and S-video outputs ensure compatibility with nearly any television.

The system's 25-watts-per-channel receiver and 75-watt subwoofer, deliver a total of 200 watts of home theater power, and the five satellites are acoustically designed to match the receiver's tonal characteristics. The front left, right, and center speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent interference with your TV's image. The sixth speaker is a 75-watt subwoofer with a side-firing woofer. The tuner offers 40 FM/AM presets. The receiver features two analog-audio inputs and one analog-audio output, along with two digital-audio inputs (one each coaxial and optical). Three video inputs and three video outputs accommodate your monitor and other video components. Philips' use of distinct colors for each speaker cable and for each terminal on the speaker and the receiver greatly simplifies speaker setup.

The package contains a full-function remote control, batteries, operational manual, AM and FM antennas, a quick-installation card, six loudspeakers, speaker cable (left/right: two nine-foot lengths; center: nine feet; surround: two 33-foot lengths), a subwoofer interconnect, a digital-audio interconnect, and a composite-video cable.
Customer Review: Great system
I've had this system for a while and feel it was a great buy for the price. I've enjoyed the many options that the system provides, and am very pleased overall.
Customer Review: No Sound
I have no sound out of this after 14 months. I looks like this sound problem occurs with a lot of people.

Benwin ARC 5.1 DX - PC multimedia home theater speaker system

Benwin Digital Surround (BDS), the first and only type of "Instant surround sound" system in the world.

Sony HT-DDW660 Home Theater System

A small footprint doesn't have to mean small sound. Sony's 70-watt-per-channel HT-DDW660 home theater delivers dynamic, full-bodied surround sound from a simple, compact package. Consisting of an audio/video receiver and a complete 5.1-channel speaker package, the HT-DDW660 accepts stereo analog and direct digital bitstreams from DVD players, satellite receivers, and DVRs while processing everything from DTS and Dolby Digital 5.1 discrete surround signals to Dolby Pro Logic II, which generates multichannel surround from any stereo source--movie or music. The system's onboard 32-bit surround processor also features Sony's own Digital Cinema Sound System (Cinema Studio EX), broadening your surround listening possibilities.

Easy to assemble, the system includes all requisite cabling, including a subwoofer cable and a coaxial digital-audio interconnect for stereo or surround signals. (Depending on your DVD player or other associated gear, however, you may require an optical digital-audio cable for true surround sound--compatible but not included.)

Three composite-video inputs offer accompanying analog-audio inputs, accommodating most audio/video components and granting convenient AV switching: just channel the AV signals from your DVD player, VCR, and cable box (for instance) to the receiver, then route a single composite-video cable from the receiver's monitor output to your television. You'll need to supply your own composite-video cables, and if you have an older TV you may require a video modulator to convert the receiver's composite-video (yellow RCA jack) signal to an RF signal (which uses a thicker, threaded jack).

The included speakers cover left, right, center, and left/right surround, along with a 70-watt powered subwoofer with a bass port for heightened low-frequency slam. A host of radio presets (20 FM, 10 AM) put all your favorite stations (and then some) right at your fingertips, and the receiver's amplifier uses discrete output transistors for clean, quality power.

Optional mounting brackets or speaker stands (models WS-WV10D and WS-FV11D, respectively) simplify speaker placement, the assumption being that you'll want to place the center-channel speaker atop your television for optimal dialogue matching. All speakers are magnetically shielded to prevent distortion when placed on or near your TV.

What's in the Box
STR-K660P audio/video receiver, SS-VE66P speaker package, SS-WMSP66 subwoofer, a user's manual, all requisite speaker cable, a monaural RCA subwoofer interconnect, a coaxial digital-audio interconnect, and a Remote Commander remote control (model RM-466).
Customer Review: Great for a mid-size room
I've owned this system for two years now, and there hasn't been one issue with it...it's rock-solid. It runs cool, and looks great too, more on this later. If I have any crit at all, it would be that mounting brackets for the speakers are not included. There was not even a recommended part number in the documentation. I bought a generic set and they worked just fine. The speaker cabs are MDF, so screws fit snugly. I'm using this in my modest basement theater, and it shakes the whole house, very robust. Honestly, I can't imagine needing more power than this unless you're almost deaf. In fact, the fetching Mrs. Brew is constantly suggesting that we turn it down. Configuration is a breeze, and the remote is easy to understand, although it is not backlit. Imagine my delight when 18 months later I bought a Sony DVP-NS75H DVD player and it was an exact matched component! Matching size, front-panel display and connections. Just hooked up an optical cable between the two and was in business. As an audio professional, I could not be more delighted with the performance of this system at this incredible price.
Customer Review: Dont BOTHER
Hey people dont bother to buy this peace of Junk here is the reasons (1)its too soft (2)tooo expensive (3)low bass people dont buy this forget about the people who say its good here this if u want a good set of speakers buy the logitech z-5500 that rocks 1010w of power it shakes the wall and the table

DUAL LHT3000B 520 Watt 6-PIECE Home Theater Speaker System

With its major business lines of manufacturing and exporting electronic products, Namsung is the forefront runner of the Korean electronic industry.PRODUCT FEATURES: Woofer: 8" polypropylene cone with rubber; Crossover: internal cross over; Amplifier: class A/B amplifier -; 120 Watts Peak Power/60 Watts RMS @ 5%; Frequency response: 40 Hz +/-3dB; Cabinet design: active vented (2" Port); Enclosure: acoustically neutral MDF.

Samsung HT-DB120 Progressive-Scan DVD Home Theater System (Silver)

The HT-DB120 merges the basic components of a home theater into one compact and silvery system, delivering simplicity and convenience for people seeking quality home entertainment in a surprisingly affordable package. The HT-DB120 spins DVD-Video, video CD, audio CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 and WMA (Windows Media Audio) CD, as well as Kodak Picture CD/JPEG CD--great for living-room slideshows of your digital photos; you can even pick one to be the wallpaper for the player's onscreen menu.

The amplifier distributes 40 watts per channel to each of the system's 5 compact satellite speakers (left, center, right, and left/right surround), while the standalone subwoofer packs a potent 50 watts.

All major movie surround signals are decoded and routed to their appropriate speakers: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II (which generates 5.1 surround from any stereo source, whether movie or music), and DTS 5.1-channel surround sound. The system includes an AM/FM radio tuner with 30 preset memory settings, and a headphone jack for private or late-night listening.

The system's progressive-scan component-video output prepares you for the future, with the ability to use the system in conjunction with a high-definition or HD-ready television. Smooth progressive-scan images are free from even the slightest hint of blurring or distortion, bringing new realism to DVD movies and other selections.

The HT-DB120 also performs 3:2 pulldown detection--an unexpected inclusion at this price. DVD mastering introduces a common distortion when adjusting 24-frames-per-second movies to 30 fps video; reverse 3:2 pulldown digitally corrects this distortion, removing the redundant information to display a film-frame-accurate picture.

What's in the Box
DVD player/integrated surround amplifier, 5 satellite speakers, a powered subwoofer, AM/FM antennas, a remote control, remote batteries, a user's manual, and all requisite cabling.
Customer Review: DVD went bad and the service on this is worse
Works ok with some DVDs. The only reason I bought was for the radio included in but it was not worth the trouble. In 12 months it has spent atleast 2 months getting fixed. The DVD doesnt open and they dont know whats the fix for it. Said they added some lubricant to open but it failed again. Then they changed the laser head dont know why but even that doesnt seem to help
Customer Review: Like everything but the voice
Everything seems ok about this, but I cant hear the voice channel very well. I pretty much have to turn it up to 35-40 to be able to hear much voice durring a movie... If I could fix that I'd be plenty happy.

Klipsch RF-35 Home Theater System

Something special happens while listening to music or watching a film with a Reference Series RF-35 home theater system. The combination of high-quality technology, superior design engineering, and the best possible materials help to reproduce the original passion of the filmmaker and artist. Consisting of a pair of RF-35 floorstanding loudspeakers, an RC-35 center channel, a pair of RS-35 surround speakers and an RW-12 subwoofer, this recommended timbre-matched system delivers all the power, detail and emotion you'd expect from Klipsch.

The RF-35 uses a 1-inch titanium dome compression driver tweeter for the high frequencies, loaded by a 6-inch square 90 x 60-degree Tractrix horn molded into the front of the enclosure. The horn raises the driver's efficiency and controls its radiation pattern to minimize detail-blurring reflections from walls, floor, and ceiling. Dual 6-inch Cerametallic cone woofers with rigid, low-resonance cast polymer frames generate powerful, dynamic bass.

Engineered to deliver all the detail, subtleties and dynamics required for the ultimate home theater experience, the Klipsch RC-35 is a high-performance center channel that delivers detailed, subtle and thrilling sounds through dual 6.5-inch woofers and a 1-inch tweeter that has a light titanium-dome diaphragm and a high-energy, video-shielded Neodymium magnet.

The RW-12 has a 12-inch Cerametallic cone driver with a massive motor structure and large, high-temperature voice coil, enabling it to deliver rich, clean, room-rumbling bass all the way down to 20 Hz. It is powered by a high-efficiency BASH amplifier, capable of 825 watts of dynamic output power. Subwoofers called upon to deliver large, short-term peaks of power to be able to support the wide dynamics required by today's digital music and movie formats.

The RS-35 features careful alignment of two controlled-directivity Tractrix horn tweeters, angled opposite one another on the cabinet flanking a central woofer, yielding a 180-degree dispersion pattern, delivering a smooth, broad distribution of sound ideal for every surround-sound format and for music as well as movies. Low frequencies are reproduced by a 6.5-inch cast-frame, Cerametallic cone woofer.

Sdat® Sb-c6s Home Theater Speaker System

The SDAT SB-C6S Home Theater Speaker System is your ticket to a complete home theater system. With an optional subwoofer, you can achieve 5.1 channel home theater entertainment. Features include: Two front channel speakers Two rear channel speakers One center channel speaker 120W x 5 max power Black and silver finish 3.5-in. front and rear speakers with silk dome tweeters Dual 3.5-in. center speaker with silk dome tweeters 8 ohms impedance 45Hz-20kHz frequency response 90dB sensitivity

Pioneer HTS-570 5.1 Channel Home Theater System

The Pioneer HTS-570 surround sound system takes advantage of multiple digital sound processing technologies to ensure optimum audio playback. The glossy black, compact speakers are engineered to provide big sound in a small package. It features a stackable configuration that can deliver full 5.1 surround sound with all front, rear and center speaker as well as an integrated subwoofer/receiver placed at the front of a room.
Customer Review: Space efficient, but some limitations
Clever design is space efficient. the "control unit" is only 6x2x2" with all the amps actually located in the Subwoofer. So you do not need an extra shelf for the receiver. I used it in "front" surround mode with the 2 center speakers moved to the center and the main and surround speakers stacked on each other on each side of the TV Soundstage has good width. Sound is decent but size of speakers limits the "richness". The biggest problem was that the decoder did not handle the different TV sound broadcast modes well. I hooked my DVR to the unit via optical cable and the unit handled sound from the HD 5.1 channels well. But it could not handle the stereo from either digital or analog channels via this hookup. I could switch to 2 cable RCS hookup from the DVR--but then you lose the digital 5.1 encoding from the HD channels. And while the unit is compact there still are quite a few wires to deal since all 6 speakers have to be connected to the subwoofer/amplifier.
Customer Review: Nice compact, simple system
If you want a compact and simple sound system, this it the one. I like the fact that it doesn't have those huge receivers and subwoofer. Receiver is integrated into the subwoofer in this system, saving you a lot of space, and gives you the neat look. And it doesn't require you to route the rear speakers to the back to give you surround sound. It of course can't compare to having real speakers in the back, but for ordinary (non audio enthusiast) people, this it good enough, especially you don't like wires running all around your house. The inconvenience is that you've to scroll through the menu every time you want to change some setting, which could be a bit troublesome. And the display is only single line, so the info displayed is quite limited. But then you give up some convenience for it's neat look.

Vizio 37" VU37L 720p LCD HDTV with Sony DAV-HDX275 Home Theater System

Vizio 37" VU37L LCD HDTV:Get ready for full High Definition experience with 37" VU37L LCD TV from Vizio. With 3-HDMI inputs including a side access gaming port, you can now enjoy the perfect balance of form and function. The VU37L offers more than 16.7 million colors to enhance all standard and high definition signals, with the great clarity possible. With a "No Bright Pixel Defects Guarantee", VIZIO provides the high quality video performance. Packed with many more features, it lets you enjoy sports, action movies, and your favorite television show in life like imagery.Sony DAV-HDX275 Home Theater System:Indulge your senses with this 5.1 channel 5-disc CD/DVD BRAVIA Home Theater System. With ample amounts of power and the one-touch ease of BRAVIA Sync, you'll have a theater-like experience in no time. The Sony DAV-HDX275 BRAVIA Home Theater System includes an integrated 5 DVD/CD changer, 1000 watts of home theater power, and an iPod dock. Exclusive Sony S-AIR technology simplifies multi room audio distribution. Anyone can do it themselves without professional installation. Digital Cinema Auto Calibration: HDMI interface upscales DVD media up to 1080p. Now the optimal speaker settings for your living room are only a press of button away. Simply place the included microphone in your listening position and allow the strength of Sonys Digital Signal Processing to take over. Speaker placement, distance, and delays are all calibrated automatically to ensure a worry free listening experience.Portable Audio Enhancer: Simplified front audio and video connections are part of what makes the DAV-DX265 ideal for todays portables. A powerful Digital Signal Processor is used to expand the quality from any device that is connected.Multi Speaker Formation: Select from the on screen display to configure the system for different speaker layout.Music/Movie Mode: System automatically adjusts sound characteristics to match the source.

RCA RTD207 250 Watts 5-Disc DVD/CD Home Theater System

Perfect for smaller living rooms, the RCA RTD207 home theater in a box (HTIB) system provides everything you need to create immersive an immersive movie theater experience in your own home. This HTIB includes a 5-disc DVD/CD changer and integrated digital AM/FM tuner with 250 watts of total power and a full set of 5.1-channel surround sound speakers (one center channel, two front left/right, two back left/right, and one subwoofer). The Neo-5 DVD/CD changer system offers an ultra-compact design and simultaneous load and play capability. The DVD player is compatible with standard DVD movie and CD audio discs as well as DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-R/RW, and (S)VCD disc formats and MP3, WMA, and JPEG digital formats.

Connect most MP3 players, thumbdrives and digital cameras through the front USB jack and enjoy your music or photos from the home theatre system. The Dolby Digital decoder creates a home theatre experience with up to 5.1 channels of wide band frequency response. The five main discrete channels have a 20Hz to 20kHz frequency response. The component video output provides optimal video quality for viewing DVDs on compatible HDTVs.

Tech Talk
Component video (also called Y/Pb/Pr) features a three-jack video input, which provides separate connections for luminance (Y), blue color difference (PB) and red color difference (PR). This results in increased bandwidth for color information, resulting in a more accurate picture with clearer color reproduction and less bleeding than you would get with S-Video or composite (RCA yellow video plug) connections. You will need a separate RCA left/right audio cable for sound.

What's in the Box
HITB package includes receiver/amplifier with 5-disc DVD/CD changer, one center channel speaker, four satellite speakers (two front, two rear), speaker connectors, one subwoofer, composite A/V cable, AM antenna, remote control (with batteries), printed operating instructions
Customer Review: Avoid This Product
When it was working the player often made grinding noises when I would play a dvd. Then it stopped working altogether two weeks after the warranty expired. Also the sound levels were not nearly loud enough. Invest the extra money and get a better system.
Customer Review: Great Price but ...
3 weeks after i received the item, it stopped working. everything worked fine until one morning we put it on to watch a movie and the drawer wont open and their was a terrible humming sound. the Radio was working but not the disc changer....we couldnt even get the other discs we had in it out! I live in the caribbean, and it is not worth the cost to send it back up to the manufacturer and have it re-shipped to me....it might be better to purchase a new home theatre system of a different brand !

Samsung HT-X710T - Home theater system

Harman/kardon CP 60 - Home theater system - 7.1 channel

The CP 60 takes advantage of the AVR 247's two-input, Simply HD -verified HDMI connectivity and video-upscaling circuitry to meet the demands of today's high-definition world, while the DVD 38 provides crystal-clear, upscaled DVD playback and DVD-Audio. An HKTS 15 speaker system puts you in the center of the action, all under the control of a single, unified remote control for all components.

Panasonic SC-PT760 Deluxe 5 DVD Home Theater System

Use of a highly rigid bamboo material in the center speaker helps achieve an extremely pure, clean sound. A Kelton Subwoofer system with a dual diameter structure delivers a deep, powerful bass. Whisper-Mode Surround allows you to enjoy rich surround sound even when watching movies at low volume.Panasonic DVD home theater products feature a 1080p up-conversion function that converts standard definition images from DVD sources to high definition images. These up-converted signals draw out the maximum performance of an HDMI compatible 1080p HDTV, giving you vivid, sharp and exceptionally detailed high-resolution images to enjoy.With the included Wireless Kit for Rear Speakers, no cables means no clutter. You can also expand your music listening into three additional rooms with the wireless multi-room speaker kit (sold separately). Play your favorite music from your home theater's built-in hard drive in your living room and listen to it in your bedroom, in the den, or even in the garage.The built-in Universal Dock for iPod gives you a great way to enjoy music and video. Just slip your iPod into the cradle and enjoy. The dock charges your iPod, allows you to use the home theater remote to control the iPod, has on-screen audio menus, and also plays back iPod video.The enhanced Viera link displays a menu on the TV screen, making it easier to operate your connected home theater system. For example, you can display a menu with a list of the movies or music stored on your iPod, and use the Viera remote control unit to select one and begin playback.
Customer Review: GREAT PRICE- - -GREAT PRODUCT
This Panasonic SC-PT760 is the second Home Theater System I have owned in the past year, the first being a Panasonic 960. Both these systems are truly a wonder considering the relatively low price. Sound through all channels is crisp and clear and full of features found in systems costing 2X the price. Workmanship is precise and clean making for simple construction. The Owners Manual could be a tad more precise and easy to follow but when I required some simplification, the Panasonic techs were readily available via the Internet. Bravo Panasonic for yet another affordable,quality product. We are quickly becoming a "Panasonic Family Member".
Customer Review: Good product...
The system works great but isn't as wireless as it leads you to believe... had to get into the attic to hide the wires for the background speakers - So while it's a "wireless kit" for the rear speakers they are wireless from the main system but have their own reciever that they are wired to wherever you chose to set them up. We were hoping to find a product to avoid that... It wasn't worth the hassle of sending it back and shopping more since we were excited to get our new TV and surround sound set up... It offers great sound and relatively easy to set up (outside of the wiring).

Panasonic SC-HT720 CD/DVD Home Theater System

Get a great-sounding home theater up and running quickly with this DVD home theater system. Hook it up to your TV, and you'll have everything you need for the full theater experience: a DVD player, home theater receiver, 5 surround sound speakers, and a powerful subwoofer.The amplifier built into this home theater system pumps out high power levels for driving speakers at satisfying volumes with low distortion. You'll feel like you're in the front row at your local multiplex as the sounds from Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks travel all around you.If you wanted, you could have a 10-hour movie marathon using the built-in 5-DVD changer in this home theater system. Load your favorite movie trilogy and watch all of them back-to-back without changing a single disc. Do your kids insist on watching the same movie over and over? Just leave it in the changer and cue it up when the time comes. You can even swap out 4 discs while one is in play.The goal of any playback device should be accurate reproduction of the original content. In the case of DVDs, most of that content is film-based. Utilizing advanced progressive scan3 playback techniques and very accurate MPEG video decoders, this home theater system provides an image that faithfully represents the image you see at your favorite movie theater.
Customer Review: Good for the garbage bin - Don't waste your money
I agree with all the reviewers below. This equipment looks great on paper. You seem to get great features for the money. But just like other people, the system we bought showed problems playing some DVDs ~8months after opening the box. It would play only some DVDs and music CDs. And after a year, it doesn't play anything at all. The sound is not that great as they tell you either. Ok, if you stand at a specific distance from your speakers, and you place them so that they ALL face you... Then you hear ok. But just move a few centimeters from this blessed spot and it doesn't sound better than my laptop speakers. And you can't understand dialogues unless you push the volume to the point that all my neighbors can tell I am watching a movie. Don't waste your money and time with this piece of crap.
Customer Review: NEVER Buy this!. Stops working after 1-2 years
I bought a HT700 two years ago and initially I liked it, played great. After 2 years it stoped playing all music CDs. Both mp3 and original audio CDs. Couple of months after that, it stopped playing 50% of blockbuster DVDs. I have a 5 year old $75 samsung player, that still plays great all kind of stuff. I don't think it's just the problem with this one panasonic system. It's all of Panasonic. It's just a piece of low quality stuff. They are just trying to sell to american market this piece of junk. Never buy any panasonic anymore unless you want keep buying every two years!!. - A disappointed customer

Klipsch Reference Series Cinema 10 Home Theater Speaker System (Black)

Delivering a huge sound presence while taking up minimal space, the Klipsch Reference Series Cinema 10 will change the way you think about audio by shattering the myth that bigger means better. The system consists of four RSX-5 satellite speakers, an RCX-4 center channel and a powerful RW-10 subwoofer.

To meet the demand for speakers that fit almost anywhere and still deliver excellent sound, Klipsch had created a compact center channel for the Reference Series line. The RCX-4 combines performance and style for users who hunger for big sound, but want it in a small package. The Reference Series continues its legacy of powerful sound and visual elegance with the compact RSX-5 satellite loudspeakers. The versatile RSX-5 can serve as either a left or right monitor, as well as a surround speaker.

Both the RCX-4 and RSX-5 are magnetically shielded and deliver sound by utilizing one-inch titanium-dome compression drivers coupled with Klipsch's new round MicroTractix Horns. The RCX-4 features a pair of four-inch woofers for added bass tones, and the RSX-5 speakers capture every sonic detail with their 5.25-inch woofers.

The Reference Series RW-10 subwoofer has a sophisticated appearance and produces deep, loud bass tones. This 10-inch woofer features Klipsch's copper-colored Cerametallic cone constructed from an anodized aluminum, making it extra-hard and incredibly dent resistant.

All the components of the Cinema 10 Home Theater Speaker System have a handsome black wood grain vinyl finish. This sculpted system lends an elegant appearance to any home or office.

What's in the Box
Four RSX-5 satellite speakers, an RCX-4 center channel, and an RW-10 subwoofer.

Onkyo HT-SP908 7.1 Channel Home Theater System

Take a look at Onkyo's first home theater system capable of passing 1080p video and studio-master-quality audio, such as DTS-HD Master Audio and Dolby TrueHD. With HDMI version 1.3a as your link, the HT-SP908 becomes a home theater dynamo with some real versatility. The 7.1-channel A/V receiver and HD conversion DVD/CD/MP3 player combine to expertly handle DVD, broadcasts, CDs, digital music and video files from your computer, and satellite radio. You can also bring your iPod to the party with the included RI Dock, which neatly integrates the device into your home entertainment system. With many of the features found in Onkyo's high-def A/V receiver line-up - Audyssey 2EQ, Faroudja DCDi, RIHD, HDMI and component video upconversion - the HT-SP908 looks every bit the total solution.
Customer Review: Wii to Receiver to Projector and More
If you are looking for a way to use your Wii with a home theater projector, probably the best way is to run your Wii through a home theater system like the Onkyo HT-SR 908. The problem that you have if you try to hook your Wii directly up to the projector is that there is no good place to put the sensor bar. With the home theater system, you plug the Wii into the home theater receiver which is generally in the front of the room. Put your sensor bar in the front of the room, then run the video cable from the receiver to the projector. I shopped carefully to find an affordable system that had adequate video inputs for the present and future, with composite, S-Video, component and HDMI inputs and outputs. The 605 receiver in the HT-SP908 fits the bill. Overall, the system works very well and does what it is supposed to do. For those considering a refurbished system, I can tell you that I bought mine refurbished, but you'd never know it, all cables and labels were included. I may eventually upgrade my speaker wires, but I'm using the wires that came with the system, and it really hasn't been a problem. I have some nitpicks that weren't significant enough to deduct a full star - but almost. First, the remote has no light. Home theaters are dark, so the remote needs a light. Second, the speakers are not power efficient. You don't hear much until you turn it up to 50 (out of 100). Third: the system apparently does not upconvert signals that come through the component inputs. The component output feeds whatever component resolution you feed into it. (Don't worry about this too much, because your television or projector can probably upconvert the signal anyway.) As far as I can tell, you can't send an input source into the receiver via HDMI then output it via component cables. Finally, I want to encourage HTIB manufacturers to incorporate HD-radio tuners. How long has HD-Radio been out, 5 years? Also, since a lot of buyers of HTIB systems use them with projectors, and projectors don't have tuners, it would be nice if manufacturers would include television (ATSC) tuners in their systems.
Customer Review: Good HTIB
It is a decent HTIB system. It meets almost all my needs. The Audyssey 2EQ system made the setup very easy. The sound is much better than normal HTIB. The round shape speakers look nice. There is a problems though. The receiver cannot receive pure audio signal, such as music CD, through HDMI if it is connected to TV also via HDMI and TV is not powered on. Using digital co-axis solved the issue. Another couple minor issues are the speaker wire is thin (but OK) and the battery for my DVD remote control was missing in the package.

Sony HTD-DW790 Component Home Theater System

Fill the room with quality sound from all angles with the Sony HT-DDW790 Component Home Theater System. The perfect companion to your television and DVD player is this six-speaker setup with its monstrous total output of 800 watts. And don't worry about wasting your time with calibration. An automatic feature adjust the levels for you, creating an optimum sound field for movie watching. The 8" subwoofer provides deep bass with dramatic effect and Dolby® Pro Logic® II decoding sends specific audio to individual speakers, delivering an incredibly realistic listening environment.
Customer Review: Very Good Value
If you are looking for a decent home theatre system without having to get a degree in audio engineering, this is the system to get. It's fine if you are looking for decent surround sound and are not exceptionally fussy. The sound is clean with good base from the sub woofer. You can't beat the price. Audiophiles will probably stick their noses up in the air but they will spend ten times the amount for a home theatre system that won't be 10 times better.
Customer Review: Great system
This home theater system works perfectly for me. I wasn't looking for anything too big, just something good enough to enhance my movies and games, and this gets the job done. It has a good amount of inputs to hook up to a number things, such as my PS3, tv, and DVD player. The sound quality is good and loud enough for my me in my room. This isn't going to be the loudest system obviously, but for the price you can't pass up a quality product like this.

Sony HT7200DH Component Home Theater System - Black

Welcome the Sony HT-7200DH to your home! HDTV is more than the widescreen display. That's where the HT-7200DH offers significant value. It's the sound that goes along with it. 5.1 channels of surround sound - front, center, and rear. There's a subwoofer to add super low frequencies. 1000 Watts of total power and you've got home-theater of extraordinary quality. But there's a 5-Disc DVD and CD player with an AM/FM radio built-in. The radio is also XM ready (subscription required). 5 High-quality Sony satellite speakers and 1 Subwoofer deliver encompassing sound with your DVD movies and select HDTV broadcasts. An HDMI connector upconverts standard DVD discs for top display on 1080p television screens. With lots of connections for expansion, the Sony HT-7200DH is a serious home-theater system for those that are really committed to fine home entertainment. Ports - 1 Digital Media Port Input (Rear), 6 Analog Audio Inputs (1 Front/5 Rear), 2 Analog Audio Outputs (Rear), 1 Coaxial Audio Digital Input (Rear), 3 Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Inputs (Rear), 2 Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Outputs (Rear), 4 Composite Video Inputs (3 Rear/1 Front), 3 Composite Video Outputs (Rear), 1 Headphone Input (Rear), 2 Optical Audio Inputs (Rear), 3 HDMI Connection Inputs (Rear), 1 HDMI Connection Output (Rear), 1 Coaxial Audio Digital Output (Rear), 1 Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output (Rear), 1 Composite Video Output (Rear), 1 HDMI Connection Output (Rear), 1 Optical Audio Output (Rear), 1 S-Video Output (Rear), and 1 Analog Audio Output (Rear) Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (Mic Included) Bravia Synch with Bravia TV models Sony Digital Cinema Sound(TM) Technology for optimal movie sound
Customer Review: Very happy with the Sony system
I've had the Sony 7200 for 3 months and have nothing but quality clear sound. All the components are connected via HDMI except one. Components are Samsung LCD TV, Sony PS3, included up-convert 1080P DVD player, HD DirectTV, and the 8 year old VCR. The included DVD player nearly matches the Blu-ray in picture and sound quality. They are controlled by a sweet Logitech universal remote. I like the TV and movie sound more than the entry/mid priced 7 year old Onkyo system it replaces. Sony 7200 provides high quality sound and plenty of gush in the highs and lows. It is definitely louder than the previous system. I had the base set at 5/8, and later tuned it down a bit to the middle. The base has a major league punch. For CD music listening, I'd say it ties with the Onkyo, which is fantastic. The Onkyo and the CRT TV are moved to the man-cave. One thing I was looking for in this purchase was that it would provide plenty of volume. And it does. I have the volume meter turned to 20 to 25 for normal TV viewing, 15 to 18 for evening viewing, and 30-35 when viewing sports or movies with company. Believe me, 30 is loud, 35 is booming. I don't know how loud it gets and haven't read up on it. To me from 15 to 35 range is more than acceptable, anything louder is reserved for rock concerts, or to "blow off someone's clothes" I guess. The build, including the speakers, are of high quality fit-&-finish and solid. I'd highly recommend this product as the home theatre center piece. Very pleased with all this performance for a nominal price.
Customer Review: Solid entry level receiver with great features.
As my first big box Home Theater system, I don't have anything to compare it to, but I feel the price was worth it. The system looks great. The speakers are a decent size, and when set up, can look very attractive in a modern themed room. The receiver itself is very slick with with a nice design. The receiver has plenty of hookups that will be suitable for most people. With 3 HDMI inputs, you should be able to hook up all your Hi-Definition components. One great feature is the ability to process the audio through the HDMI. Some receivers can't handle this and you have to deal with complex connections involving analog to digital, digital to analog, etc. This receiver is great for a PS3 owner because it can take advantage of the loss less sound formats. (Dolby TrueHD, DTS MA, etc.) I haven't hooked up the included 1080p upscaling DVD player and don't know if I will because I have a PS3. Therefore I cannot comment on that component. The remote is pretty weak. It has a hard time working from further distances and it is in no way universal. I would recommend a fairly high-end universal remote. I was dealing with three remotes and it wasn't pretty. The included speaker cable is pretty standard and if you're running some cables under the carpet or through the wall or something, you will most likely need some longer cables to reach the surround speakers. The sound is great. The powered 8 inch subwoofer really packs a punch for movies and games. The different standard-def audio options sound great with your cable box. There is an auto calibration setup which consists of placing the included microphone at the same height and location you would be sitting. You then start the test and the speakers all spit out some white noise to tell the receiver how far away, how close to the other speakers, etc, everything is. Very useful. If you would rather do things yourself, each speaker can be individually adjusted to your liking. All in all, I would say this system is a great bang for your buck. Pros -Nice design -Nice sound -Ample inputs -Good price Cons -Speaker cable -Included remote

Sony DAV-IS10/WC 5.1 Micro Satellite Home Theater System wit

The Sony DAV-IS10/WC 5.1 Channel Home Theater System is a micro all-in-one home theater system for customers who want big surround sound with elegant decor. The system comes with 5 incredibly small satellite speakers and a unique subwoofer with proprietary DSP processing for flexible room placement. The DAV-IS10/WC is equipped with a DIGITAL MEDIA PORT input that works with various DMP accessories (sold separately) which include a PC Client Ready device (TDM-NC1), Bluetooth receiver (TDM-BT1), and Audio Docking Stations (TDM-NW1 and TDM-iP1) compatible with select Network Walkman and iPod products, and allows you to play back your stored music through the micro system. To complement its DMP compatibility, the DAV-IS10/WC can control select BRAVIA televisions with BRAVIA Theatre Sync via the HDMI interface. With One Touch Play operations that took several steps have been reduced to one. Witness true theater-quality sound from the comfort of your home, without the need for obtrusive speakers. The DAV-IS10/WC 5.1 micro satellite home theater system delivers big sound while complementing your dcor. Its unique, compact design and advanced audio capabilities will add a dimension to your movie-watching experience, without the unattractive bulk of other systems. And with the touch of a button on the included remote, BRAVIA Theatre Sync lets you manage your Sony HDMI components quickly and effortlessly.You can also expand your listening options by connecting your iPod directly to the included iPod Digital Media Port cradle (TDM-IP1). This unique accessory lets you use the DAV-IS10/W remote control to browse your iPod music and video collection directly on your TV, and brings it all alive through the powerful speakers.

Avia DHT-550 6-Piece 5.1 Speaker Home Theater System (Black)

Hi-Fi audio quality! This Avia DHT-5506-piece Speaker Home Theater System featuresAC-3 and DTS ready 5.1 channel output and is designed forDVD player or 5.1 channel sound card! The subwoofer delivers up to 50 watts of power output andeach satellite speakers provides up to 10 wattsof power output! Get the best audio sound for your home with this Avia DHT-550 6-Piece 5.1 Speaker Home Theater System!

Panasonic SC-DT310 - Home theater system

Panasonic presents the 400W Super Slim DVD Audio/Video Micro system.PRODUCT FEATURES:Built-in Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby ProLogic2 Decoder;DVD Video and Audio (full bandwidth) playback;DVD-RAM, CD-R/RW, WMA, MP3, Hi-MAT playback;AM/FM Digital Tuner with RMS and Presets;Inputs for Dolby digital 5.1 channel Broadcasts;Six Speaker Package.

Sony HTD-DW995 Full HD 1080p Component Home Theater System

Be moved by a Hollywood studio-class home theater experience you won't soon forget. With an 8" active subwoofer for thrilling bass and 900 Watts of total power, the Sony HT-DDW995 Component Home Theater System packs a punch. But all that power is nothing without connectivity. With two HDMI inputs and a Digital Media Port, the HT-DDW995 has all the connectivity you need to enjoy a wide range of media. Additionally, innovative Digital Signal Processing and audio enhancement features improve the quality and impact of any audio input. Bring the cinema experience home with 5.1 channels of pristine surround sound.
Customer Review: Great for Gaming
I bought this mainly to play video games on the xbox 360 and the ps3, setting this up wasnt hard to do, did it myself and i use this in my bedroom not the living room, i must say it does have more than enough power and works pretty sweet, the max volume is around 60 but on an average i use it around 24, i would recommend using reading the manual cause there is alot of features and setting you can mess with, the auto calabration is pretty sweet. and the subwoffer does what it is suppose to, can be adjusted to your liking. For the price this is a great deal.
Customer Review: Still can't quite make my mind up on this one.
I purchased this after careful review for one main reason - the HDMI hookups. I had looked at the BOSE and other Sony systems that work well with DVD but don't do anything else. I'm not a techno-geek....I can just about keep up with Pro Logic vs. DTS vs. Dolby Digital..... I've had it up and working for 3-4 months now using Rocketfish wireless rear speakers and connected to a Sony XBR TV, PS3, Comcast box, DVD player & Roku soundbridge media streamer (I love my toys). There are some good points: - it does give you more powerful sound. Against the XBR's built in sound (which is no slouch I might add), you REALLY notice the difference in bass, volume and surround effect. - the hookups are excellent........many, many options. - It's unobtrusive looks wise. - there are many, many, menu options to play with. What I don't like so much: - On a very few occassions I started to notice a slight lag in the sound when it was ran through this (as opposed to the TV) so that the lip synching was slightly out. Mucking about with TV settings seems to have cured that. - I couldn't (and still can't) get the auto-calibration to work, keeps erroring out for a variety of reasons. - I must admit to being underwhelmed by the sound. Even on Blu Ray discs it doesn't quite have the surround sound "wow" that those demos in the store have. It's loud enough, but lacking, even on Blu Ray. - with the different sources you find yourself wanting/needing to change the bass/treble settings. Lack of a dedicated button on the front means you need to wade through menus....bit of a pain. - as others have commented, you really need to crank up the volume to 80% or above to make it good listening. It may look overly negative, but the negatives are all relatively minor. To me, it boils down to price. For the price this is a good system and better than the crap below it. Will it give you the "wow" factor the +$1,000 systems do.........no.

Cerwin-Vega Cvhd-2.1 Cvhd Series 3-Speaker Home Theater System

CERWIN-VEGA CVHD-2.1 CVHD Series 3-Speaker Home Theater System System includes 2 high-definition satellite speakers and 1 powered front-firing subwoofer;Satellite design:; LSW(TM) (Line Source Wave) Line Array Technology; Imp: 8? nominal; Sensitivity: 95 dB @ 1W/1 m; One 1" soft dome tweeter and six 3" cellulose composite cone woofer; Video-shielded satellite speakers and center channel speakers; Integrated 150 Hz highpass filter; neodymium magnets ; Dim: 22.5"H x 5"W x 5"D; Weight: 6.32 lbs. (unpacked); Includes all-mount brackets and hardware;12" powered front-firing subwoofer design:; Freq resp: 28150Hz; 250W amp; 12" high-excursion woofer; High-current, Class A/B amplifier design; A/C and thermal protection; .75" high-density cabinet; Bass-reflex design; Speaker level and line level inputs; LFE input; Auto-on sensing; Continuously Variable Crossover: 50 Hz150 Hz; 0deg or 180deg phase adjustment; Dim: 17.75"H x 16.75"W x 16.5"D; Prepackaged weight: 48.5 lbs; Includes wall-mount brackets and hardware CVHD Series 3-Speaker Home Theater System
Customer Review: Great Sound!
I have been a fan of Cerwin Vega for years now, and this 2.1 system is no let down. The satellites have incredible clarity and control even into the high volumes. Nothing beats the sound of Cerwin's clean, distortion free and incredibly deep base. This is a smart buy if your room is small, or if you are just starting out and want something to build off of.