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The Samsung HT-Z520 is a 5.1 channel, 5-disc DVD home theatre system offered by Samsung. The system comprises of a DVD player/receiver, two bookshelf front speakers, two rear bookshelf speakers, a center speaker and a subwoofer. It has an HDMI output and extra HDMI input allowing you to take full advantage of your HDTV. The DVD player handles virtually any disc type and can be used to rip music CDs to MP3 format using the USB host play function. The system can also read MP3, JPEG, WMA, WMV and DivX file types and there is an optional dock for iPod and iPhone connectivity. There is also an included wireless receiver module, which attach to the the rear speakers so there are no cables from the front to the rear of your setup. This system also features ASC (Auto Sound Calibration) which automatically configures the speakers and subwoofer for ideal sound using the included microphone.
MSRP $379.99
Release date March, 2009
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Specifications
- Power Requirements: AC 120V, 60Hz
- Power Consumption: 90 W
- Weight: 11.5 Ibs
- Dimensions: 16.9 (W) x 17.3 (H) x 2.9 (D) inches
- Operating Temperature Range: +41°F to +95°F
- Operating Humidity Range: 10 % to 75 %
- Composite Video output, 480i
- Component Video output, 480i
- HDMI output, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p
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- Front speaker output: 170W × 2(3O)
- Center speaker output: 180W(3O)
- Rear speaker output: 170W × 2(3O)
- Subwoofer speaker output: 170W × 2(3O)
- Frequency range: 20Hz~20KHz
- S/N Ratio: 70dB
- Channel separation: 60dB
- Input sensitivity: (AUX)400mV
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Samsung HT-Z520
• Samsung HT-Z520 Home Theater System
• HT-Z520 Home Theater System
UPC: 036725616943
EAN: 036725616943
MPN: HT-Z520XAA
Competitors
MSRP $400.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- acoustic suspension
- speakers are more compact than the YHT-390
- iPod compatible
Cons
- Plactic Cabinet
- does not process HDMI audio (a pass-through)
- pricey, especially considering that it is an entry-level system
Samsung HT-Z520
vs.
Yamaha YHT-391
MSRP $399.99
Released April, 2009
The Klipsch HD Theater 300 is a compact, high-definition, and 5.1-channel home theater system being offered at an affordable price. The third of three Klipsch HD theater systems, the Klipsch HD Theater 300 is a downgrade from the Klipsch HD Theater 500 in that it trades in its predecessor’s 8” woofer for a 6.5”...
Samsung HT-Z520
vs.
Klipsch HD Theater 300
MSRP $399.95
Released April, 2009
Pros
- integrated iPod dock
- wireless rear speakers
- 1,000w Kelton subwoofer
- up to 20% more energy efficient than past bundles
- affordable price
- integrated DVD player
Samsung HT-Z520
vs.
Panasonic SC-PT770
MSRP $349.99
Released March, 2009
The Sony HTS-S360 is an affordable 5.1 channel home theater system designed to be a perfect fit for you Blu-disc player. The system comprises of a receiver, subwoofer, center channel, two front and two rear speakers. The receivers slim design and cosmetic design is a perfect match to Sony Blu-ray players and has three...
Samsung HT-Z520
vs.
Sony HTS-S360
MSRP $379.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- Nice Design
- Good Price
- Wood cabinets in an entry-level system
Cons
- Pass-trough HDMI
- No upscaling
- Full range speakers
Samsung HT-Z520
vs.
Onkyo HT-S3200
Reviews
July 13, 2009
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Pros
- wireless rear speakers
- up-scales DVDs to full 1080p high definition through HDMI connection
- affordable price
- HDMI input
- 5-disc changer
- space saving design
- respectable sound quality
Cons
- only 1 HDMI input
- HDMI input is video only
- weak sub
- satellites require stands
- cannot play the latest high definition optical media (Blu-ray)
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August 10, 2009
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Pros
- wireless rear speakers
- up-scales DVDs to full 1080p high definition through HDMI connection
Cons
- only 1 HDMI input
- HDMI input is video only
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September 4, 2009
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