The lack of HDMI is more of a convenience issue than anything else; you're not going to be missing any of the subtle or even negligible benefits high-resolution soundtracks offer via HDMI on a system like this. On the upside, Zvox offers true switching between all its inputs. That may seem like an obvious feature to point out, but previous Zvox systems only offered "mix" inputs--meaning that all the inputs were active at the same time.
Setup As we've come to expect from Zvox sound-bar speakers, the Z-Base is supereasy to set up. Hook up your analog and digital sources--Blu-ray, DVD, cable box, and games--and you're good to go.
No calibrations or setup procedures are required, and since it's a self-powered speaker, you don't have to hook it up to an AV receiver.
We expected that the Z-Base 's analog and digital inputs would sound about the same when we hooked up both connections from our Oppo BDP Blu-ray player, but the analog connection was a little louder. Adjusting the bass and treble tone controls "on-the-fly" via the remote, without having to delve into menus, makes it easy to get the sound balance you want when changing movies or music selections.
Joel's vocals and piano were clear, but when he rocks out with his big band, the Z-Base didn't rise to the occasion. The speaker's dual 6. Turning up the bass helped, but it still lacked weight and impact. The Z-Base features an updated version of Zvox's proprietary PhaseCue virtual-surround processing, now called PhaseCue II, which you can use in three strengths, 1, 2, or 3.
We found "1" restricted the sound field to the width of the Z-Base ; "2" spread the soundstage beyond the edge of the speaker; but "3" was too much of a good thing, and the sound was too hollow or diffused. Set to "2," the Z-Base produced a spacious stereo soundstage, but the Zvox system does not try to simulate surround effects. The SB 16 has one of the biggest subs we've ever seen included with a sound-bar system, and it generated a lot more and higher-quality bass than the Z-Base could muster on its own.
We also thought that the SB 16's sound bar produced clearer and more natural sound; the Z-Base sounded more "closed-in" and boxy than the SB Joel's fans' cheers were still in the front of the room, but their cheers sounded more natural. We used the naval battle scenes from the "Master and Commander" Blu-ray to check the Z-Base 's Output Leveling dynamic range compression feature.
Wall St. Impressive Sound Without The Clutter. TV Guide. A Genuine Audiophile Quality System. Big Balanced Sound. Popular Mechanics. AccuVoice Is The Answer. Description Now you can get room-filling home theater sound - without a room full of speakers and wires. Technical Details Dimensions: 36"W x With box and packing: 39 pounds. Amplifier: The uses a high-efficiency watt Class D digital amplifier. Rear inputs: 2 analog stereo inputs, 1 digital Toslink optical input, 1 coaxial digital input.
Front input: 1 3. Frequency range: 34 Hz — 20 kHz. PhaseCue II, as its name implies, manipulates the phase of the separate channels to "fool the ear" into believing that sound is coming from a variety of sources throughout the room. The benefits of PhaseCue II vary greatly based on program material. Live music and well-recorded modern movie soundtracks will deliver rich, three-dimensional sound - pulling the sound out from the speakers and into the room, literally surrounding the listener.
Note: All virtual surround systems- including the PhaseCue II system - are limited in their effects when compared to a good 5. And sitcoms, news broadcasts and soundtracks from older movies often have very little in the way of three-dimensional sound. That being said, PhaseCue II is capable of generating a wonderful and engaging virtual surround experience. The is bi-amplified, using a specially designed amplifier that includes electronic contouring for superb frequency response.
The uses dual 6. The 's five 3. Unlike most systems in its category, the uses an MDF medium density fiberboard wood cabinet - instead of molded plastic.
MDF is the preferred construction material for high-performance speaker systems. You got the remote, grab that Good Center Seat, and be happy. Yes, it comes with one cable, but we purchased a better cable to get the best sound possible. Yes the wires needed to hook up the tv is included. I used the optical cable nad it worked great. The Z comes with RCA cables but not the digital cables which most newer flat screens use [ moczart2 yahoo.
The important cable, not supplied, is the optical digital cable. You can use other cables for your audio, but I always go with the digital. Unfortunately I can't give you a good answer - I don't remember if cables were included but I didn't purchase any with this speaker. The only cable that came with the package was the power cable. I purchased an optical cable when I ordered mine.
I asked this question and no one knew so I went ahead and ordered one. All the cables came with it. You only need one cable but the type depends on your TV. If your TV has an optical digital output, that is the best choice. You will have to buy an optical digital cable also called toslink. Next best choice is coaxial digital. If you have an older TV which has neither of these outputs you will need a standard analog audio cable with red and white wires and RCA-style connecting plugs.
I think it came with an RCA cable. You will like this speaker. I am exceeding satisfied. I had a cable box but connected to t v and cable box, at least time warner. I think you need to read the setup instructions. It works great. This will depend slightly on the connections coming out of your cable box. If your cable box has audio outputs analog or digital then you can connect those directly to this unit. The Samsung 65" TV will work great with this base. Stability of TVs around children is a very real concern.
I would recommend a safety strap to help ensure that the TV cannot tip whether it is on a base like this or not. Let's narrow down your choices. Overwhelmed by specs? We've made it simple with easy questions about what matters most. Get started No, thanks. Audition speakers before you buy.
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