I'm new to this technology. Does the sound bar require being hooked up to a receiver or does it amplify on it's own? Thx
752221
You can connect it to your receiver but the simplest way is a direct connection to the television. You can adjust the volume as you like. This sound bar has made a huge difference in enjoying TV in our den. We also stream music through our setup - a little more complicated.
752222
It's got plenty of power on its own. I used an optical connection to my Samsung TV and it works great. Only one small challenge - I have my soundbar and TV coordinated to the same (Comcast) remote. When I push the "on" button, the tv, soundbar and cable box turn on. Everything always turns on OK but about half the time I get no sound. Only fix I've found so far is to turn off just the cable box, then turn it back on, and everything is fine. Not sure if this is an issue with the TV, the sound bar or my setup.
752223
It amplifies on its own. Just plug it in to the TV. The subwoofer is wireless and can be placed anywhere in the room.
752224
I connected it via Optical Audio Cable to my Sony 55inch LCD screen I don't even use my Receiver for the TV anymorePS the dialogue is much cleaner and the SubWoofer kicks it when there is actionCan't edit for the Pats Game tonight!
752225
it has a built in amp in the soundbar itself. .Very simple hook up with a opticaladio cable and the sub is wireless.you can put it anywhere.I put my wireless sub on the bottom shelf on an end table.It sounds great
860631
For this model, it's up to your required separate receiver/amp to handle the HDMI inputs. This model just basically takes place of the 7 surround speakers (it actually has connections for all 7 speakers) in the convenience of one single unit. Other soundbar models you see may have the amp and receiver features included; it depends on your needs and other equipment.
1428354
No, soundbars are made to be plugged into the TV and do not use a receiver. The surround receiver outputs to speaker wire. The opticals are inputs
2096889
There is an analog out and an optical out... either running RCAs or optical cable. The unit doesn't have enough power to run speakers on it's own... that is why a separate receiver is needed. If you have a set of powered computer speakers with a volume that is also another option as long as it has RCAs or optical in!!
1931893
The sound bar has an rca out to add extra accessories that require a signal....even another bar. The audio is ok...for the size of the bar it's good...Not to be fooled by systems that offer a separate woofer for those low notes. It seems to boost the 50-60hz range to make up for the lack of lows.
2150802
If you have Direct Tv you can use the rca jacks from your receiver and plug them right into your sound bar and then just turn up the volume on the tv and the sound bar. Works fine. Make sure you have a hdmi cable plugged into your receiver and tv. I hope this helps.
139200
You will need some type of receiver.The overhead bar has speakers only.It is a nice unit and fit perfectly in my Ranger crew
1913349
It's a full set of speakers - you don't need anything else, unless you plan on mounting some of the speakers on a wall, in that case, you might need mounts. The smaller speakers come with a little hole in the back, so you could just hang from a nail or screw.You do need an amp / receiver. I bought the matching Onkyo one. I used the wires that came with it, and it sounds fine to me. I'm not an audiophile. ;-)
1181020
This is a left center right sound bar. It takes the place of 3 speakers. you will hook it up to a surround sound amp with 3pr. of wires from the left + -, right + -, and center + - jacks on the amp
2097154
I don't think so.. There is no outputs (only inputs) on the bar. There are 2 optical inputs, aux input and Bluetooth input. There is a different model that comes with a sub. The sound is pretty good for a single room but yse a Sub would make a huge improvement.
671748
If you intend to connect your own speakers, you will need an amplifier. We did not realize this when we made the purchase. It has good sound on it's own, but I have two large 1980's speakers I would like to hook up to it and have not decided on an amplifier yet. Richard and Barbara in Florida
1921521
I really can't answer this for sure as I do not use my receiver with a TV or sound bar etc...it is strictly used in my home theater so that feature is not used. however, I did use it to do the initial setup and had it connected for a few days with no problems as others have mentioned.
1022778
You need a receiver. The subwoofer is passive so it does not require an amp. I returned mine however as the sound was poor
1997535
You need to amplify the sound. A pure amp will do. A receiver is an amp with other features, primarily the ability to "receive" a radio signal.
2062100
Hi!This sound bar is the center of my sounround system. Is just a part of the equipment that you need in order to get a home theater.By the way this center is just for treble.
1159510
The sound bar will need a cable INPUT from TV AUDIO OUTPUT and should have come with one of these, optical cable, RCA or 1.5 plug.
860632
It does require a receiver. It has 7 speaker wire connectors. That said, the sound on it is amazing when paired with a good receiver.