Samsung HT-BD7200 Bluetooth Speaker Bar Home Theater System (Black)
From Samsung
Blu-Ray Home Theater
Amazon Sales Rank: #8970 in Consumer Electronics Color: Black Brand: Samsung Model: HT-BD7200XAA Dimensions: 8.03" h x 18.11" w x 4.13" l, 32.00 pounds
HT-BD1250 (October 9, 2009) Expand your entertainment choices to a degree never before possible with Samsung’s HT-BD7200 2.1 channel Blu-ray Home Theater System. In addition to the hi-def pleasures of a Blu-ray Disc Player that also up-converts regular DVDs, it provides the personalized entertainment options of streaming Netflix and the music of Pandora. Enjoy stored music and media favorites using the iPod dock with video, audio and iPhone support. And the WiFi* ready and PC Connected/Streaming features let you wirelessly view pictures, listen to music and more from virtually any PC in the house directly to your Home Theater System. Key Features 1-disc BD/DVD 400W Output power 2.1 channel home theater audio system with virtual surround Half tall speaker Crystal Amplifier Technology iPod video, audio + iphone support Bluetooth: Privately listen to TV with wireless Bluetooth enabled headset. WiFi ready Compatibility: DVD/DVD±R/DVD±RW, CD/CD±R/CD±RW, MP3/Jpeg viewer, DivX 1080p video up-scale Anynet Plus (HDMI-CEC): allows peripheral AV devices such as a Home Theater to be controlled by a Samsung TV remote control. Smart Volume Netflix + Pandora PC Connected/streaming FM tuner Energy Star Compliant: reduces energy consumption. USB Host Play: you don’t need to burn CDs or DVDs to enjoy music, video clips or photos on your home theater system—just plug a portable digital device into the USB port for instant entertainment. Power Bass Kelp Cone front speakers Terminals Component video out: 1 Composite video out: 1 HDMI-CEC out: 1 Audio input: 1 Headphone jack Optical in: 1 *Samsung WiFi dongle required
Very impressive list of options.... Okay, so first lets start with what has not been listed in the product listing: Blu-ray Profile 2.0 compliant for playback of BD Live material on compatible discs(needs internet connection) Upconverts DVDs selectable 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p output via HDMI Plays Blu-ray discs, DVD-Video discs, DVD-RAM, DVD-Rs, DVD-RWs, DVD+Rs, & DVD+RWs Plays CDs, audio CD-Rs, CD-RWs, CD+Rs, CD+RWs, & MP3 CDs Plays digital picture CDs (JPEG) and DivX videos Built-in decoding for Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital True HD, DTS, and DTS-HD Master Audio (No DTS ES Discrete 6.1 DTS 96/24 DTS Neo 6) 3-channel amplifier (133 watts x 2 for front speakers, 134 watts for subwoofer) Has a USB port for connecting an optional thumb drive or hard drive Wi-Fi capable (needs optional USB adapter) and Ethernet port Built-in support for Netflix movie and Pandora music services (you need to subscribe) Has built-in iPod dock with audio, video, and iPhone support Bluetooth-enabled (listen to your TV with a wireless Bluetooth headset) No component or composite inputs No coax input No XM or AM radio So, with all of these features, I can tell you that this is ok if you have a small space and no children. The finish is very glossy and shows every bit of dust and fingerprints and likely will easily scratch. The sound is a bit lacking when compared to a a true 7.1 system with a good (Onkyo) receiver. So, even though this decodes DTS-HD as well as DD True HD, it's kind of useless with this system. While it will decode those, you will not really get to appreciate it. Also, the sub is a bit weak. You have a 3 channel amp to run 2 speakers and the sub. So, if you simply do not have the room and you have to worry about neighbors, this is an okay system. I was thinking about giving this 4 stars, but after all, you can do better without spending that much more. Great Choice! I put in a lot of research and bought the BD-7200 as soon as it was available. There is not another product out there that has the same features in such an attractive, compact package. Wireless Netflix, Ipod, Blu Ray w/ quick load times...The sound is good but not quite as powerful or encompassing as a true 7.1 or 5.1 system. If you have a small space or simply don't like the wires all over, and want all the latest functionality then this is for you! Doesn't sound like 5.1 even a little. Don't get me wrong the sound is good, but it's not surround sound. I've had this system for several months now, I've watched a lot of movies, and maybe it's me, but in reading the product description from the manufacturer, this system, using 2.1 channel, is supposed to simulate 5.1 surround sound. I think it should do that better then it does, especially for the price of the system. If you want surround sound, this ain't it. If you want easier setup and a system that sounds good loud, this might work for you. I don't recommend it.
