Sony DAV-HDX279W

 The Sony DAV-HDX279W, part of the high-end BRAVIA brand, shares many features with the top-of-the-line DAV-HDX576WF at a lower price point. Full 5.1 surround sound, including Sony S-AIR wireless for the rear speakers, centered on a 5-CD/DVD changer. The changer itself features 1080p upscaling, which upconverts standard DVD information to 1080p high-definition content through HDMI output, as well as Sony BRAVIA Sync; if connected to a BRAVIA HDTV, the TV will take over many of the receiver’s control functions, simplifying set-up and use. Also included is Sony’s DMP digital media management system, and an iPod cradle attachment.

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Sony DAV-HDX279W 1
MSRP $399.99
Release date February, 2008
Brand Sony
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Pros:
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5-CD/DVD changer
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HDMI output
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BRAVIA Sync for use with Sony TVs
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iPod support
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wireless rear speakers
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upscales DVDs to 1080p
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radio tuner
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Cons:
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not just plug-and-play - requires a little set up
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no equalizer or independent bass / treble controls
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no video with the iPod functionality
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Flashing lights on dvd play buttons flash every few minutes -
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Features

  • Wireless rear speakers for less clutter
  • Upconverting 5-CD/DVD changer with HDMI output
  • Automatically calibrates audio to optimize sound quality
  • BRAVIO Sync feature beneficial for owners of Sony BRAVIO HDTVs

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Sony DAV-HDX279W

• Sony BRAVIA Theater System (DAVHDX279W) - Black

• BRAVIA DAV-HDX279W Home Theater System

UPC: 027242732902

EAN: 027242732902

MPN: DAVHDX279W

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willirl

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June 4, 2009
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Pros

  • 5-CD/DVD changer
  • HDMI output
  • BRAVIA Sync for use with Sony TVs
  • iPod support
  • wireless rear speakers
  • upscales DVDs to 1080p
  • radio tuner

Cons

  • not just plug-and-play - requires a little set up
  • no equalizer or independent bass / treble controls
  • Flashing lights on dvd play buttons flash every few minutes -

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Yale

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March 31, 2009
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70
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mixed
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7 pros
3 cons

Pros

  • 5-CD/DVD changer
  • HDMI output
  • BRAVIA Sync for use with Sony TVs
  • iPod support
  • wireless rear speakers
  • upscales DVDs to 1080p
  • radio tuner

Cons

  • not just plug-and-play - requires a little set up
  • no equalizer or independent bass / treble controls
  • no video with the iPod functionality

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DAV, HDX, 279, W, DAVHDX, HDX279, 279W, DAVHDX279, HDX279W, DAVHDX279W