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Goodmans 1990 DVDF

Advantages: Cheap, Built In Freeview, Small, Compact, Pleasing to the eye
Disadvantages: Poor Sound quality, No Dolby Pro Logic, getts hot

I purchased this based on price. Big mistake! While it does have alot of features including Freeview, the sound quality is awful if you connect all the speakers. Basically if you connect the subwoofer it creates a buzzing sound that is very intrusive ant any volume, even if you press mute on the remote the subwoofer buzzes away. The remedy for this I found was to disconnect the subwoofer and change the sound settings to joint stereo, but then you ...
...that it has a place in the home as an economy 5.1 home entertainment system. It has Freeview, CD/DVD with Jpeg and MP3 support, plays DIVX Files, FM/MW radio, optical output and AUX in. But it appears that price matters when you but audio equipment, but on a plus note it plays DIVX and I have only just discovered this so I have rerated the product based on this feature as I see it as a majour plus. ...

markybaby76 16.10.2007 · Read full review
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Review of Goodmans 1990DVD

BDV-360FS Full HD Blu-ray Disc system 2.1 sound

Advantages: Almost wire free given two speakers, tremendous sound performance
Disadvantages: Disappointing that two remotes still needed to power on, the amplifier display is a bit naff

.... But somewhat disappointed that Sony have not fully integrated the remote so I still need two to power up both units! DVD playing is now a true pleasure a whole new dimension is available, not sure whether this is the player or TV probably a bit of both. The manuals are comprehensive and rthere is a very significant amount of tailoring to the sound system available, I do find that the very simple amoplifier display is a bit limiting would have been ...

Cannylondon 16.12.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Sony BDV360FSFI

Perfect for the smaller room.

Advantages: Tiny speakers, compact and good looking.
Disadvantages: Not enough inputs for a living room system.

...and in this environment the Sony is absolutely ideal. There is some discussion about the sound output being low, but I don't think this is the case at all. You need to have the control set to 60 to 65, which is most of the way, but at this position the sound output is exactly what you need for a good action movie. You couldn't have it at this level in a joined-on house, the neighbours would probably set the dog on you. Some people have suggested ...
...unit is going to run out of headroom. This is not so, it is only a control position, nothing more. The amps are all very well specified, and produce all the power you need (in a room this size). I never tried it in a bigger room, and now the cables are under the carpet, I'm unlikely to. Basic setup is easy using the calibration mic provided. I found some slight tweaking was needed afterwards. Sound is effortless and clear. Can be a bit heavy on ...

JayAyVee 07.08.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Sony DAV-IS 10

The Samsung HT-TZ215 is supurb in looks, quality and sound!

Advantages: Great looks, ease of use, very powerful, sooo many functions
Disadvantages: Have found no disadvantages

...a bit complex and overly detailed but one I got an understanding of them they are a breeze. With all the fabulious functions the unit has it's truly the envy of all our friends. The Samsung HT-TZ215 is well worth looking at and considering for your home cinema system. ...

pandrew123 07.06.2009 · Read full review
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Review of Samsung HT-TZ215

Very stylish offering from Philips

Advantages: Stylish, easy to use, good sound.
Disadvantages: Picture and colours could be better.

...purchased this to replace my Philips HTS3357 as I wanted to downsize (the rear speakers were huge). One of the reasons I opted for this particular model was the fact that it is a stunning piece of kit. I have wall mounted it below my 42" LCD TV and it looks fab. The DVD draw design is equally impressive the way it swings round, although how durable it is remains to be seen! The whole thing is glossy black and the DVD tray has a halo of light around ...
...leaves it prone to scratching and finger marks, so keep a lint free cloth close by to keep it looking nice and shiny. My first impressions were mixed, my older player upscaled to 1080i, whereas this upscales to 1080p. To be honest the picture on this isn't as good, and is a little disappointing as I was expecting an improvement over one of their older models. The picture isn't quite as 'clear' (slightly grainy) and the colours looked a little 'washed-out' ...

Metronic 29.05.2009 · Read full review
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