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The JVC TH-F3 is a compact home theater system that operates on a "Virtual Surround" concept, using two speakers (and a powered subwoofer) to simulate the effect of a proper surround system. It features a 1080p upconverting DVD player, an Ipod dock and USB input, as well an AM/FM tuner and the ability to view media such as MPEG, JPEG, DivX, MP3 and WMA. The system features digital-in and analog-in inputs, and has a built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoder.
MSRP $499.00
Release date March, 2008
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Features
- 350 watts
- Progressive scan DVD player capable of upconverting to 720p, 1080i and 1080p
- Ipod dock
- USB input
- DD, DTS and Pro Logic II
- Capable of playing MPEG, JPEG, DivX, MP3 and WMA media
- AM/FM tuner
- Alarm clock
- Connections: 1 x Audio line-in ( RCA phono x 2 ) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio input (optical) - Rear, 1 x Digital audio output (optical) - Rear, 1 x Composite video output ( RCA phono ) - Rear, 1 x Component video output ( RCA phono x 3 ) - Rear, 1 x HDMI output ( 19 pin HDMI Type A ) - Rear, 1 x USB ( 4 pin USB Type A ) - Front, 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm ) - Front
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JVC TH-F3
• JVC COMPANY OF - Multi-Media Sound System (THF3)
• TH-F3 Home Theater System
UPC: 046838033278
MPN: THF3
Competitors
MSRP $549.99
Released January, 2008
Pros
- AM/FM tuner
- iPod dock
- Blu-ray player - plays the latest high definition optical media, backwards compatible with DVDs
Cons
- speakers need stands
- not easy to wall mount speakers
- not as versatile as independent system components, eg/ dedicated Blu-ray player, A/V receiver, etc...
JVC TH-F3
vs.
LG LHB953
MSRP $499.00
Released August, 2008
Pros
- decent receiver - retails alone at $300
- affordable price
- 2-year limited warranty
Cons
- iPod dock is sold separately, and is very expensive
- takes the fun out of building your own system
- need to buy speaker stands
JVC TH-F3
vs.
Denon DHT-589BA
Reviews
August 29, 2008
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Pros
- Small footprint
- Includes DVD player
- Plays a variety of digital audio and video
Cons
- Very limited audio connectivity
- Confusing interface for digital media playback
- Poor sub-woofer
- Virtual surround doesn't work very well
- Not all digital video and audio files will be recognized and able to be played
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This product is also known as:
TH, F, 3, THF, F3, THF3
