Philips HSB2351/F7

The Philips HSB2351/F7 SoundBar with 1080p HDMI comes with integrated speakers, amplifiers, a subwoofer, a built-in FM tuner and a DVD player. The soundbar was designed to go hand in hand with any 32 inch or larger Philips television. A key feature of this soundbar is the Easylink remote control. Easylink allows the user to control multiple devices with a single remote. The soundbar shares connectivity between devices through the HDMI cable. With the touch of a button, all the connected HDMI CEC equipment can be operated together.

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Philips HSB2351/F7
MSRP $299.99
Release date March, 2009
Brand Philips
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built in FM tuner
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built in DVD player
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includes remote control
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1080p upconversion via HDMI output
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space saving design
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45 pounds - not too heavy, good to be slightly hefty
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includes USB port for MP3 players
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can never match a dedicated system
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cannot play the latest high definition optical media (Blu-ray)
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Features

  • Integrated speakers, amplifiers and DVD player
  • Simple design meant to reduce clutter and maximize space
  • Accessories: batteries for remote control, FM antenna, and user manual
  • System supports Dolby Digital, Dolby Prologic II, DTS, and Stereo
  • Easylink control system
  • Total weight is 45 pounds
  • Soundbar has a USB port for MP3 players
  • Equalizer settings: Action, Classic, Concert, Drama, Gaming, Jazz, News, Party, Rock, Sports
  • Dimensions: 24 in long x 3.8 in wide x 5.5 in high

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Philips HSB2351/F7

• Philips HSB2351/F7 Home SoundBar with 1080p HDMI

• Soundbar with 1080p DVD Player

UPC: 609585172241

EAN: 609585172241

MPN: HSB2351/F7

Competitors

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MSRP  $199.00    Released  February, 2009
Pros
  • sleek looking
  • affordable price
  • included remote
  • digital input (optical S/PDIF)
Cons
  • can not match the performance of a dedicated 5.1 system
  • unproven speaker manufacturer
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Pros
  • includes a dedicated center channel and sub
  • virtual surround sound
  • dual digital inputs
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Cons
  • can never match true surround sound
  • only takes L/R analog inputs
ProSCORE
1 review
82
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Samsung HT-WS1R

Samsung HT-WS1R

MSRP  $349.99    Released  April, 2009

The Samsung HT-WS1R Sound Bar Home Theater System is a  2.1 channel virtual surround sound system containing a 3.9cm thick wireless speaker bar and 5.8 GHz wireless subwoofer. It is designed to be used with HDTV and LED devices. The small size and wireless functionality are meant to appeal to customers seeking to maximize their available...

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Sharp HT-SB200

Sharp HT-SB200

MSRP  $249.99    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • wall mountable
  • includes remote control
  • affordable price
Cons
  • not for those that like it loud
  • stereo sound - not ideal for home theater
  • no subwoofer or subwoofer output
ProSCORE
1 review
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Sharp HT-SB300

Sharp HT-SB300

MSRP  $299.00    Released  April, 2009

The Sharp HT-SB200 is a slim, stylish, and wall-mountable 2.1 channel sound bar designed to simulate surround sound without the added bulk and cost of a full blown home audio theater system. An upgrade from the Sharp HT-SB200, the Sharp HT-SB300 adds digital decoding with DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II decoder, Dolby...

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RCA RTS202

RCA RTS202

MSRP  $220.00    Released  December, 2008
Pros
  • upconverts DVD content to 1080p high definition
  • includes an AM/FM tuner
  • HDMI output
Cons
  • poor low-end frequency response - 160Hz cutoff is too high
  • does not play the most recent optical format (Blu-ray)
  • doesn't improve upon built-in TV speakers enough
ProSCORE
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Pros

  • built in FM tuner
  • built in DVD player
  • includes remote control
  • 1080p upconversion via HDMI output
  • space saving design
  • 45 pounds - not too heavy, good to be slightly hefty
  • includes USB port for MP3 players

Cons

  • can never match a dedicated system
  • cannot play the latest high definition optical media (Blu-ray)

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HSB, 2351, F, 7, HSB2351, 2351F, F7, HSB2351F, 2351F7, HSB2351F7