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Summary: A reason to watch movies again...
Review: First, let me preface this with the fact that I didn't pay a dime for this system. I won a big Amazon.com gift certificate, and I've been lusting after this type of system for a while.My only complaint with the system is the complexity of the remote control, but that is to be expected with the number of features this unit provides. Besides being a great DVD player, you lovers of Asian films will adore the VCD capabilities. The unit puts out a beautiful picture (on my 25 inch Philips TV), and the sound is wonderful. I've not blasted the speakers on this item yet, but at a setting of 10, I'm sure I've driven the neighbors nuts. The base is nice from the large speakers (similar to Aiwa systems), and the different options for theater settings is simple to use. Overall, I'm absolutely thrilled by this unit, and I hope to start building my DVD collection because of the great performance from this system.
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Summary: A reason to watch movies again...
Review: First, let me preface this with the fact that I didn't pay a dime for this system. I won a big Amazon.com gift certificate, and I've been lusting after this type of system for a while. My only complaint with the system is the complexity of the remote control, but that is to be expected with the number of features this unit provides. Besides being a great DVD player, you lovers of Asian films will adore the VCD capabilities. The unit puts out a beautiful picture (on my 25 inch Philips TV), and the sound is wonderful. I've not blasted the speakers on this item yet, but at a setting of 10, I'm sure I've driven the neighbors nuts. The base is nice from the large speakers (similar to Aiwa systems), and the different options for theater settings is simple to use. Overall, I'm absolutely thrilled by this unit, and I hope to start building my DVD collection because of the great performance from this system.
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Summary: Great System Considering Price, DVD, and Surround Sound!!!!
Review: Great Price for a quality multi-disc stereo with DVD player and Surround Sound. Works great for a combination stereo and TV/DVD surround system. Speakers sound great!!! Also auxilary and subwoofer inputs provide for add on devices (i.e. sega, tape deck, vcr, etc...) Great buy!!!!
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Summary: Great System Considering Price, DVD, and Surround Sound!!!!
Review: Great Price for a quality multi-disc stereo with DVD player and Surround Sound. Works great for a combination stereo and TV/DVD surround system. Speakers sound great!!! Also auxilary and subwoofer inputs provide for add on devices (i.e. sega, tape deck, vcr, etc...) Great buy!!!!
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Summary: A great system for the home
Review: I was looking for a multi-disc stereo and a DVD player and found this system - don't worry about not seeing how it looks, its a very sleek design. An added bonus for me was the surround sound, which really adds to the DVD experience - terrific sound quality. Getting this system was one of my smartest moves.
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Summary: Best for DVDs but average stereo & CD player
Review: The thing that sets this mini system apart from the rest is its *dedicated* DVD bay & 5.1 Dolby AC-3 decoder. Other systems integrate a DVD/CD changer all into one bay, but if that breaks (and they're always the 1st thing to go) then you are in for a big hassel. Other systems also do not offer the same type of high-end dolby surround decoding. The 5 surround speakers turn your room into a virtual movie theater; the speaker seperation during DVD playback is well worth the price of this system. However, one minor disapointment in this system for me is that the 5 speakers work in DVD mode ONLY & when the DVD is especially encoded for AC-3 5.1 dolby surround sound. Radio and CD playback only play on the two main speakers and the system does not do "dolby pro logic" seperation to distribute the sound evenly to all 5 speakers. This is something I am only learning about now and I wish it had been made clearer in the product specs. It's just dissapointing to have all these speakers set up and have them only work when in one mode and the rest of the time remain silent. I checked one other system at the store, an AIWA mini DVD system, and it did offer sound on all 5 speakers when in radio, tape, and CD mode. Although the DVD decoding was not as good as this model's. Thus, on any account, it seems when you buy any of these intergrated mini systems you have to make compromises. For this model you compromise Radio & CD on all 5 speakers. You also compromise a double tape deck for the dedicated DVD bay--but who really needs tapes anymore nowadays anyway? But, overall this model is the best deal, especially price-wise through Amazon. It offers the best sound decoding for DVDs, AND the ability to play VCDs, and CDRs & CDRWs--a feature absent on almost all other comparable DVD mini systems. You also get to change CDs while one is playing, another thing you cannot do on other systems. Right now, I'd say this is the best DVD mini system in the price & feature range among major competitors (Panasonic, Sony, AIWA & Pioneer). Hope this helps you all make your decisions!
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Summary: Best for DVDs but average stereo & CD player
Review: The thing that sets this mini system apart from the rest is its *dedicated* DVD bay & 5.1 Dolby AC-3 decoder. Other systems integrate a DVD/CD changer all into one bay, but if that breaks (and they're always the 1st thing to go) then you are in for a big hassel. Other systems also do not offer the same type of high-end dolby surround decoding. The 5 surround speakers turn your room into a virtual movie theater; the speaker seperation during DVD playback is well worth the price of this system. However, one minor disapointment in this system for me is that the 5 speakers work in DVD mode ONLY & when the DVD is especially encoded for AC-3 5.1 dolby surround sound. Radio and CD playback only play on the two main speakers and the system does not do "dolby pro logic" seperation to distribute the sound evenly to all 5 speakers. This is something I am only learning about now and I wish it had been made clearer in the product specs. It's just dissapointing to have all these speakers set up and have them only work when in one mode and the rest of the time remain silent. I checked one other system at the store, an AIWA mini DVD system, and it did offer sound on all 5 speakers when in radio, tape, and CD mode. Although the DVD decoding was not as good as this model's. Thus, on any account, it seems when you buy any of these intergrated mini systems you have to make compromises. For this model you compromise Radio & CD on all 5 speakers. You also compromise a double tape deck for the dedicated DVD bay--but who really needs tapes anymore nowadays anyway? But, overall this model is the best deal, especially price-wise through Amazon. It offers the best sound decoding for DVDs, AND the ability to play VCDs, and CDRs & CDRWs--a feature absent on almost all other comparable DVD mini systems. You also get to change CDs while one is playing, another thing you cannot do on other systems. Right now, I'd say this is the best DVD mini system in the price & feature range among major competitors (Panasonic, Sony, AIWA & Pioneer). Hope this helps you all make your decisions!
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Summary: Greatest Piece of Electronic Equipment I Own
Review: This has got to be a complete work of art. The dvd player itself is worth 399 and is crystal clear, the sound is Crisp and the features are easy to use. Philips has really done its work with this Surround Sound System. This system makes my savage jungle beast neighbors envy. I have complaints from Police officers patrolling my neighborhood because of the sound quality on this bad boy. I have people peeking into my patio door to see where this incredible noise is coming from. This is definatley a piece of equipement worth buying. I used to work at regal cinemas (before I got fired for off duty behavior) and this sound system is way better than Regals Generic Surround sound. A very good buy!
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