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Audio format2.12.1
Mount typeshelf / wallshelf / wall
Virtual surround sound
3D
Ultra HD (4K)
Tech specs
Rated power200 W120 W
Soundbar speaker power100 W60 W
Frequency range40 – 23000 Hz60 – 23000 Hz
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
 /two speakers/
Wireless subwoofer
Acoustic designbass-reflex typebass-reflex type
Subwoofer power100 W60 W
Subwoofer speaker size165 mm76 mm
Subwoofer dimensions (WxHxD)180x437x401 mm
Subwoofer weight7.9 kg
Interfaces
Interfaces
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Audio decoders
DTS
Dolby Digital
Dolby Pro Logic II
DTS
Dolby Digital
Dolby Pro Logic II
Connectors
Inputs
mini-Jack (3.5 mm)
optical
mini-Jack (3.5 mm)
optical
HDMI input1 pc1 pc
Outputs
to subwoofer
to subwoofer
HDMI output1 pc1 pc
Speakers
Number of speakers6 шт4 шт
Tweeter size25 mm25 mm
Woofer size (LF/MF)46 mm55 mm
General
Control
remote control
from smartphone
remote control
from smartphone
Power consumption49 W27 W
Dimensions (WxHxD)930x60x108 mm890x53x131 mm
Projector weight2.7 kg3.4 kg
Color
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Rated power

The total power rating of the sound projector speakers (including subwoofer, if present).

This parameter is often used to estimate the overall sound volume of the device, but this is not entirely true. The fact is that the actual sound volume is determined mainly by the power of the main speakers of the sound projector, and the total power is the sum of this power and the power of the subwoofer. Therefore, models with the same power rating can vary markedly in actual volume: for example, a 150-watt soundbar with a 50-watt subwoofer will be louder than a 100-watt projector with a subwoofer of the same power, although in both cases the rated power will be equal to 200 watts.

Summing up, we can say that it is possible to evaluate the volume by rated power only if the sound projector is not equipped with a subwoofer — in such models, the rated power is equal to the power of the main speakers. In other cases, it is worth focus on the power of the soundbar and the power of the subwoofer directly stated in the characteristics (see below for both).

Soundbar speaker power

The nominal power of the speakers installed directly in the soundbar, excluding the subwoofer (in models with a built-in subwoofer, respectively, only the power of the main speakers is taken into account).

This indicator directly determines the overall volume of the sound projector; It is worth choosing according to this parameter taking into account the specifics of the room in which the projector is planned to be installed: the larger the room and the greater the distance to the viewer, the higher the power should be, otherwise the soundbar will not be able to effectively sound the scene. Detailed recommendations on the optimal power for different situations can be found in special sources.

Frequency range

The audio frequency range supported by the projector's speakers.

When evaluating this parameter, it is worth remembering that the audibility range of the human ear is about 16 – 22,000 Hz (and narrows with age). If the projector's frequency range is narrower, this can result in "cutting" low or high frequencies (however, with a slight narrowing, this effect is almost imperceptible). There are models in which the frequency limit is much wider — however, this is a kind of "side effect" of high-quality acoustics and has no meaning other than advertising.

Also note that a wide frequency range in itself does not guarantee high-quality sound — a lot depends on other parameters of the projector.

Built-in subwoofer

The presence of a built-in subwoofer in the design of the sound projector.

Any subwoofer enhances the bass response, delivering rich bass. Models with a built-in subwoofer are more convenient to install and take up less space, because. no need to look for a separate place for the woofer. On the other hand, the dimensions of this speaker are usually smaller than those of a separate subwoofer (this is due to the limited space in the projector cabinet) — accordingly, the bass is less powerful and richer.

Wireless subwoofer

The presence of a wireless subwoofer in the design of the sound projector.

Any subwoofer enhances the bass response, delivering rich bass. The advantage of a wireless subwoofer is the ability to install it almost anywhere in the room without the hassle of laying wires — this makes it easier to adjust the sound to specific conditions. In addition, such subwoofers can have a fairly solid speaker size — 200 mm or more (see below for more details). However note that wireless acoustics require their own power source and significantly affect the cost of the projector.

Subwoofer power

The rated power of the subwoofer included in the design or delivery of the sound projector.

The higher the power, the louder the sub can sound, the richer the bass it can provide. On the other hand, an increase in power inevitably promises an increase in the size and cost of the speaker. Therefore, an overly powerful subwoofer is just as undesirable as one that is too weak. Detailed recommendations for selecting power for the size and acoustic characteristics of a particular room can be found in special sources.

Note that the external subwoofer in soundbars should be approximately twice as powerful as the soundbar in order to prevent sound sags at maximum volume. So, if the total output power of the speaker system is 300 watts, then 100 of them should come from the soundbar alone, and 200 should go directly to the subwoofer.

Subwoofer speaker size

The diameter of the speaker in the subwoofer used by the sound projector.

It is believed that the larger the speaker, the louder the sub and the deeper and richer sound it can provide. Models up to 200 mm in size are entry level; This is exactly the size that built-in subwoofers usually have (see above). But free-standing bass speakers can use larger speakers, up to 254 mm (10").

Number of speakers

The total number of speakers installed in the sound projector housing (external subwoofer is not taken into account in this calculation).

Given the same audio format (see above), more speakers typically provide greater fidelity and more precise localization of individual sound sources. This is especially true for models with virtual surround sound.

Woofer size (LF/MF)

The diameter of the woofers (or combined woofers, in two-way systems) of the speakers installed in the sound projector. For speakers in this range, large size is especially important - it is the cones of large diameter that work best at low frequencies, while providing good power. It is believed that for a head operating in the subwoofer format, a size of at least 200 mm is desirable. But the low-frequency speakers of the general range can be relatively small.
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