| | |  | Speaker Systems | Home » » » » » 40" 2.1-Channel Sound Bar System With Wireless Subwoofer | | | | | | | Description: | | The Panasonic SC-HTB520 240W 2.1 Channel 3D Blu-ray Sound Bar features a subwoofer that radiates downward, delivering more dynamic bass to the listener. The 3D Pass Through seamlessly delivers 3D through your Blu-ray player. With the Clear-Mode Dialog the audio is lifted toward the TV screen and is accurately synchronized with your favorite movies or TV programs. Plus the design complements the look of any 42-40 inch TV. Connection and installation could not be easier, thanks to the system's compatibility with ARC (Audio Return Channel), which allows receiving audio signals from the TV. Simply place it by the television or wall mount for a custom installation (via supplied wall mounts) and connect it with just one HDMI cable. Sound Bar Home Theater System3D Pass ThroughSeamlessly delivers 3D audio and video through your Blu-ray playerClear-Mode DialogAudio is lifted towards the TV screen and is accurately syncronized with your favorite movies or TV programsMatches width of 42" - 50" TVDesign complements the look of any 42" - 50" TVWireless Downfiring SubwooferSubwoofer radiates downward, delivering more dynamic bass to the listener.Home Theater SystemBy combining a slim bar-type home theater system with a 3D Blu-ray DiscTM player, you can construct a simple yet stylish FULL HD 3D home theater system. Clear-mode Dialog allows vocals to be heard from the center of the screen, and the Wireless Down Firing Subwoofer produces dynamic deep bass sounds to make movie viewing even more | | | Features: | |
• Innovative Design
• Down Firing Wireless Subwoofer
• Powerful Bass Sound
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Length:
| 39.7 inches | | Product Width:
| 1.7 inches | | Product Height:
| 3.0 inches | | Product Weight:
| 5.5 pounds | | Package Length:
| 42.5 inches | | Package Width:
| 14.8 inches | | Package Height:
| 12.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 22.95 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 60 reviews |
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47 of 47 found the following review helpful:
 Excellent addition to my Panasonic Viera televisionJun 25, 2011
By R. Stack
"Ronny JDT"
I had initially bought an LG sound bar and had experienced some things that I was not a big fan of (sound cutting out during quiet transitions). I bought this one because 1. it was Panasonic and would match my TV, and 2. it would use the ARC HDMI channel from my television and it would share the remote via Viera Link, 3. does not have the intrusive display that the LG had (always displayed input on a LED screen on the front). So far I am very happy, unlike the LG that was hooked up via optical the sound bar automatically turns on and off with my TV. I never have to change inputs on the sound bar because my TV is basically acting as a HDMI receiver. I will modify this review if my opinion changes, as far as sound quality and functionality goes. I will say that the sub is better than the one I had with the LG. Unlinke the other reviewer, I had no issues with the wireless subwoofer. Works great so far, and would definitely recommend.
24 of 24 found the following review helpful:
Great sound upgrade for TV speakersAug 02, 2011
By Wood B. Hermit
I purchased this item on 07/28/2011 to improve the sound of my recently acquired (from Amazon.com) 47" Toshiba 3D LED-LCD TV. The internal TV speakers by themselves are inadequate. Both the soundbar and subwoofer work like a charm - what a difference in overall sound quality! The soundbar system also looks "great" and perfectly matches my television. Installation was "extremely" simple just a single HDMI cable is needed to make the connection between the speakers and the HDMI/ARC on the TV. Then plug the soundbar speakers and the wireless subwoofer into AC outlets and you're good to go. I did not need any of the provided mounting hardware for the soundbar since I have an already existing shelf (came with the house) directly above my television: I simply placed the soundbar on this shelf. The subwoofer stands about 6-7 feet to the left of the front of my TV (same wall) and it links up with the speakers/soundbar right away when turned on (visible green light). Although I do not have a Panasonic TV (and thus officially no Viera link), my Toshiba TV remote also does directly control the volume of the soundbar and the on/off functionality of the sound system, because it is recognized as a HDMI CEC compliant device by my television. I have no directly visible on-screen indication of the overall sound level/volume (30%, 50%, 70%, etc.), but then who really needs this anyway? Let your ears be your guide! Note that visible green lights do flash sequentially on top of the speakers whenever the volume is turned up or down. The only thing that I need the provided Panasonic remote for is to control the volume of the subwoofer which can be done independently of the soundbar itself.
22 of 23 found the following review helpful:
Great sound, awesome designJun 27, 2011
By rush81
"rush81"
I'm from Spain and I've been following this soundbar from the presentation in January at the CES Las Vegas. I bought this soundbar for a month and I can only say that it is a great buy. I have a Sony 46HX800 and size of the sound bar is perfect for 46 inch and also share a similar design. I have no complaints about the subwoofer, works perfect. And with HDMI 1.4, you can control the sound with the TV remote with no problems. The dialogues sound very clear and the music is also very good. The DTS sound is incredible and the music in this format is impressive.
13 of 13 found the following review helpful:
Great sound for simulated surround sound systemAug 19, 2011
By Mike
I found the sound of the Panasonic SC-HTB250 2.1 to be very acceptable for my family room TV. The room is a great room connected to an open kitchen, so a traditional wired 5.1 system would be cumbersome. In addition to the size of the room the height of the room is at least 20 feet so wiring a set of rear speakers would take a lot of wire. I considered a wireless set but the shape of the room would have been difficult to balance. The sound bar puts out a very life-like sounds and even fools you as to its origins. The set up was a little confusing as the instructions were not crystal clear, but I have connected enough stereo equipment to figure out what they were trying to suggest. The device is designed to work with a Panasonic TV so the Toshiba TV connection was a little altered, but the sound is still very nice, but the controls will not work with the Toshiba remote. If you are looking for great sound and a true 5.1 system this is not the system for you. However, if you are looking for a great simulated surround from a 2.1 system, I highly recommend this product. One downside to the product if you are looking to connect two HDMI players (Direct TV and Blu-ray player in my case) you will have to buy a switcher as the device only allows for one HDMI input, and one output. An alternative would be to connect the blu-ray player, Direct TV box, and speaker to an amplifier that allows for multiple HDMI inputs.
11 of 11 found the following review helpful:
Excellent Sound for the MoneyJul 14, 2011
By Howard Hinman
"hhinman"
I bought this after being greatly disappointed with the built in sound quality of my new Panasonic VIERA TC-P65GT30 65-Inch 1080p 3D Plasma HDTV. It makes all the difference in the world. Easy to unbox and set up. A single HDMI cable to my HMDI/ARC port on the TV takes care of sound for all attached devices inclluding a Blu-Ray player and the cable box - it all pipes through the TV and out to the sound system from the TV connection. I placed the wireless subwoofer behind the TV stand in a corner out of site - very nice. With the Panasonic Viera Link capability in my TV, DVD Player and this sound system, I can use either the TV Remote or the DVD remote to power the TV and sound system on and off automatically and control the volume.
This system comes with a small remote control but it's only needed if you want to adjust the subwoofer - otherwise, you can put it away (if you have other Panasonic devices like the TV) and use the remotes from them. The only issue was I tried to place the soundbar on the TV stand directly under the TV and it blocked the TV's remote control IR port. I then moved it down on the shelf underneath and my other devices were stacked high enough that their remotes work fine. Looks and works just fine there. It comes with brackets to mount it on the wall it appears although I did not use them. I instead used the other brackets which make it stand more firmly and not fall over.
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