Lepai s LP-168AH 2.1 amplifier is the perfect laptop associate it provides up to 40 watts of Energy output to stereo audio system together with a 2d dedicated subwoofer output in a position to up to Sixty Eight watts of amplifier output. Bass treble and quantity controls on the entrance of the amplifier help you Adjust your music for one of the best conceivable sound out of your speakers. The discrete subwoofer output is managed separately from the stereo output with controls for stage adjustment and crossover adjustment found on the amplifier s face. Audio source connectivity is supplied via a entrance-mounted stereo 3.5 mm jack or a stereo pair of RCA jacks on the rear of the amplifier. A rear-set up USB port enables charging of units akin to good phones and MP3 players. The wide enter voltage range of 9 to 14.4 VDC allows the LP-168AH to be used in car or cellular purposes. Power provide incorporated.
Specifications: Stereo Energy output: 2 x 40W max (Energy output established upon Energy provide) Subwoofer Energy output: 1 x 68W max (Energy output based upon Energy supply) Power necessities: 9 to 14.4 VDC 5A DC Energy enter jack: 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm Bass and treble regulate Stable down to 2 ohms Minimum THD: Eighty dB Frequency response: 20-20000 Hz Adjustable subwoofer crossover: 50-200 Hz Dimensions (including mounting flange): 7 W x Four L x 1-3 Four H. Options 1) Excellent amplifier for pc desks 2) Stereo speaker and dedicated subwoofer amplifier 3) Rear-established USB charging port 4) Bass treble and subwoofer crossover controls 5) Stereo RCA and stereo 3.5 mm inputs Specification Binding : Electronics Brand : Lepai EAN : 0844632091506 Label : Lepai Manufacturer : Lepai Version : LP-168HA PackageDimensions_Weight : 1.65 pounds PackageDimensions : L:10.50 X W:5.10 X H:1.70 ProductGroup : Receiver or Amplifier ProductTypeName : RECEIVER_OR_AMPLIFIER Writer : Lepai Studio : Lepai Title : Lepai LP-168HA 2.1 2 x 40-Watt Amplifier and 1x68W Sub Out
Features: - Perfect amplifier for computer desks - Stereo speaker and dedicated subwoofer amplifier - Rear-mounted USB charging port - Bass, treble, and subwoofer crossover controls - Stereo RCA and stereo 3.5 mm inputs
Technical Details: - Stereo power output: 2 x 40W max (power output dependent upon power supply) - Subwoofer power output: 1 x 68W max (power output dependent upon power supply) - Power requirements: 9 to 14.4 V DC, 5A - DC power input jack: 2.1 mm x 5.5 mm - Bass and treble control - Stable down to 2 ohms - Rated power:40W*2+68W - Peak power:150W - Minimum THD: <1% - Signal-to-noise ratio: >80 dB - Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz - Adjustable subwoofer crossover: 50-200 Hz - AC Adapter: (input)AC 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A(max.)/(output)DC 12V 5A - Plug type: US Plug(UK/EU/AU adaptor will come with this item according to your shipping address) - Dimensions (including mounting flange):17.50 x 12.70 x 4.20cm Where to buy: Lepai LP-168HA 2.1 2 x 40-Watt Amplifier and 1x68W Sub Output Lepai LP-168HA 2.1 2 x 40-Watt Amplifier and 1x68W Sub Output Lepai LP-168HA 2.1 2 x 40-Watt Amplifier and 1x68W Sub Output
Now you can listen to music hands free and cord free! The use of headphones while cycling can be very dangerous. This Bluetooth speaker mounts right onto your handle bars, putting an end to the need for headphones and allowing you to safely listen to your music! Featuring a super bright LED light with 3 different settings: Bright, Dim and Strobe. Not just for biking, this speaker fits comfortably in your hand thanks to smooth silicone grips, making it perfect for hiking and more!
Features - Bluetooth Speaker and LED Flash Light, Included Bicycle mount, Rechargeable Battery(600mAH capacity) and USB Cord - Bluetooth On/Off Switch, Volume Control, Track Control - 3 LED Flash Light, 3 mode. - Bright, Dim and Strobe, USB Powered, Voltage: 3.7V/600Amh, Output Power: 3W - Dimensions: 155mm*64mm*35mm - Joyiqi Portable Wireless Bicycle Bluetooth Speaker with Flashlight and Bike Mount Features is very good!
Specification: 1. Bluetooth V2.1 + EDR(A2DP). 2. Transmission distance: 10m. 3. Speaker size: 40mm. 4. Speaker power: 3W. 5. USB charging: DC5V. 6. Battery capacity: 3.7V/600mAH. 7. Working time: 5 hours(50% volume). 8. Frequency range: 120Hz-18KHz. 9. Product size: 155mm*64mm*35mm. 10. Weight: 170g. Where to buy: Joyiqi Portable Wireless Bicycle Bluetooth Speaker with Flashlight and Bike Mount
Joyiqi Bicycle Portable Rechargeable Wireless Bluetooth Speaker, Cycling Speaker Mp3 Player With Micro Sd Card And Aux Inputs, Bike Mount With 4 Interchangeable Colored Skins included 4 colored silicon skins that can be changed to your preference. Enjoy the music while you are driving cycling, wireless bluetooth connection and easy to install. For Smart Phone And Tablet features: - Play music via bluetooth, MicroSD card or AUX line! - Enjoy perfect sound anywhere anytime! - 10 hours(50% volume) working time, build-in 820mAH rechargeable battery! - 4 colored skins and matching bicycle mount included! - Light and small very easy to install
The JBL® ES Series Three-way 5" bookshelf loudspeaker offers a variety of bookshelf, wall-mount and floorstanding loudspeakers, and bring-down-the-house powered subwoofers. With innovative technologies derived directly from JBL Professional equipment, the JBL ES Series delivers powerful, accurate audio performance and brings the legendary JBL sound from concert stages, recording studios and movie theaters to living rooms, dens, bedrooms and patios. And with three finishes to choose from – black, beech and cherry – they’re designed to look good anywhere, with a style that equals their substance. Specifications - Finish: Black Ash, Beech, Cherry - Frequency Response: 60Hz – 40kHz - Crossover Frequencies: 3.3kHz – 24dB/octave; 12kHz – 18dB/octave - Power Handling: 60 Watts Continuous / 240 Watts Peak - Max. Recommended Amplifier Power: 125 Watts - Low-Frequency Transducer: 130mm (5") PolyPlas™, shielded - High-Frequency Transducer: 19mm (3/4") Titanium- laminate dome, shielded; EOS waveguide - Ultrahigh-Frequency Transducer: 19mm (3/4") Polyester-film ring-radiator, shielded; EOS waveguide - Sensitivity: (2.83V/1m)86dB - Nominal Impedance: 8 Ohms - Dimensions (H x W x D): 318mm x 174mm x 203mm / 12-1/2" x 6-7/8" x 8" - Weight: 4.6kg / 10.3 lb Note: This information was taken directly from the manufacturer’s website.
Product review#1 Highlight Pros The super tweeter makes treble response exceptional. Bass surpasses expectations. Cons The speaker tends to reveal shortcomings of other components in an audio system. The Verdict: 8.07/10, This is an awfully good small speaker that performs better than its specs suggest. JBL is an iconic source of loudspeakers for both home and professional use. The company has been around since the 1940s and its products are well known in recording studios, concert halls and the listening rooms of folks with a lot of money to spend on cool gear. While bookshelf speakers aren’t as likely to be the stuff that legends are made of, the JBL ES20 is, nonetheless, a terrific speaker that will be a great addition to many home systems. The JBL ES20 provides rich and satisfying sound that covers just about the entire audible spectrum. Cosmetically, they give the look of bookshelf speakers that are substantially more expensive than their moderate price would suggest. They also have the distinction of being the only entry in our survey of entry-level bookshelf loudspeakers that includes a separate super tweeter. The most obvious distinguishing feature between these bookshelf speakers and all of the others that we’ve reviewed is the presence of a super tweeter, or an ultrahigh-frequency transducer, in JBL parlance. It, combined with the tweeter, is responsible for the terrific treble response that we observed. The bookshelf speaker’s 86dB sensitivity specification makes it relatively inefficient among products we’ve compared on this site. The characteristic is typical of speakers from this manufacturer and is likely the main reason that they tend to reveal deficiencies of low quality electronic components. In short, that is to say that these are great bookshelf speakers if your amp can drive them properly but that there are better choices if the electronics can’t make the grade. The stated average power handling of 60W and maximum input wattage of 125W tends to mask the fact that high-quality input is extremely important for these little bookshelf speakers. JBL states that the maximum recommended amplifier power for these bookshelf speakers is 125W. They don’t quote a minimum input figure but, as we’ve pointed out above, they’re rather power hungry. They can withstand transients up to a very respectable 240W. The JBL bookshelf speakers are magnetically shielded so they can be placed in close proximity to a CRT television without causing interference. The five-way connectors are gold-plated to prevent corrosion. The JBL ES20 is the only 3-way speaker featured in these reviews. The majority of the sonic content is handled by a single 5-inch low-frequency driver made of a polymer-coated cellulose that JBL calls PolyPlas. It reacts quickly and smoothly across its frequency range creating smooth, accurate sound. The first crossover is set at 3,300Hz sending content to a 3/4-inch version of JBL’s recognizable titanium dome affixed to a waveguide. There’s a second crossover at 12kHz routing the highest frequency signals to a 3/4-inch polyester-film ring super tweeter with a deeper waveguide. The JBL cabinetry has the look of more expensive bookshelf speakers. The front surface curves into a dark gray vinyl. The sides are available in black ash or cherry wood grain vinyl. The speaker is of the bass reflex design with a rear-firing bass port. JBL ES Summary: 8.1/10 The JBL ES20 is an all-around bookshelf speaker that we particularly like for music reproduction with the single caveat that it is more power hungry and inefficient than other speakers within our review. It’s also well-suited for use in a home theater setup as front speakers or teamed with a great pair of floor standing speakers. By Jonathan Knoder, Top Ten Reviews
Product review#2 JBL ES20BK Bookshelf Loudspeakers One of the industry's most enduring loudspeaker brands, JBL, even while flourishing mainly in the professional audio realm, continues to produce a wide range of consumer loudspeaker products spanning many different categories and price points. Part of its 'ES' series, the $399 per pair (MSRP) ES20 is the second of three bookshelf models (ES10/20/30). Additional Resources • Read more bookshelf speaker reviews on HomeTheaterReview.com. • Find a subwoofer to boost the bass in your system. Weighing in at 10.3 pounds, the ES20 offers a unique, interesting, and appealing appearance. With the side panels finished in either a pretty Black, Beech, or Cherry vinyl, the top of the speaker curves directly into the baffle, all finished in a lighter, brushed dark gray. The speaker's enclosure elegantly tapers from front to back, which also provides a sonic benefit by reducing internal standing waves and, in turn, the cabinet's vibrational sonic signature. More and more loudspeaker companies have been employing this type of cabinet design. The black grill extrudes from the front baffle, with a top and bottom finished with a neat strip of silver. The ES20 provides gold-plated 5-way binding posts with a textured finish for easy gripping. The ES20 provides a high level of fit and finish, with pretty looks and seams and holes lined up and fitting solid and tight. A three-way design, the ES20 employs a 5-inch PolyPlas woofer crossed over at 3/3kHz (24dB/octave) to a ¾-inch Polyester-film ring radiator mounted in JBL Elliptical Oblate Spheroidal (EOS) waveguide, which crosses over at 12kHz (18dB/octave) to a ¾ inch Titanium-laminate dome super tweeter in EOS waveguide. According to the company, the super tweeter plays out to 40kHz. PolyPlas employs a special lightweight polymer coating to increase stiffness, while EOS improves high-frequency dispersion. The ES20 employs a rear-firing port that fits neatly into the top of the back panel with a silver outer ring.
Sound The ES20 presents a nominal 8 ohm load with an 86dB efficiency. The speaker needed a good-quality power source to perform its best, with average quality receivers failing to measure up. Moving up in scale to better quality receivers and separate amplifiers, the sound improved significantly. I listened to the ES20s with music sources, mounted on stands in a stereo setup. The ES20 offers no on-board mounting hardware. The ES20s sounded terrific right from the outset, when driven properly. They threw a deep, wide soundstage with very good imaging and focus. In particular, the bass exhibited real punch and excellent depth, with minimal port noise. The extended highs sounded very smooth, and blended into the upper midrange nicely. The midrange had surprising realism, with a bit of honk but overall a solid tonality with both male and female voice. Piano sounded delicate and crisp, and had a nice, woody feel in the lower registers. The ES20 stretched very well across all types of acoustic and electric material, and could play very loudly when pushed (although their low efficiency requires some very good quality power to do this right). Closer to a wall, the soundstage compressed a bit, and the mids, in particular, lost a bit of their depth. But, overall, the ES20 retained a large portion of its great sound even in this position. It must be noted again, however, that the ES20 requires a good receiver or amplifier to really shine. Budget products dragged it down quite a bit. But with the proper power source, the sound quality of the ES20 makes quite an impression, as it draws a great balance and never overexposes any given range of frequencies. The high end maybe could have been a tad smoother and the upper midrange a bit more lush, but those kinds of requests usually are reserved for much more expensive speakers. For the price, the ES20 delivers all the goods and then some. High Points • The ES20 provides excellent performance and a very well balanced and enjoyable listening experience. • The ES20 performs well over all kinds of music material - classical, jazz, rock, vocal, etc., and can play loudly without breaking up. • The ES20 looks terrific with or without the grills, and comes in two different wood finishes in addition to Black. Low Points • The ES20 needs good quality power to perform its best, and didn't sound nearly as good with budget receivers or amplifiers. • The ES20 doesn't provide any on-board mounting hardware. • The ES20 needs to sit at least 10-12 inches from the wall to sound its best.
Conclusion The JBL ES20 offers sound quality on par with the best speakers in its class. It's smooth, detailed, punchy, airy, and transparent, with tiny flaws that never overly intrude into the presentation. Its coherence and balance really shine, and its versatility over many types of music material doesn't hurt either. Potential buyers must consider, however, that a good quality receiver or amplifier is a necessity to get the ES20 to perform its best, as well as a bit of space around the speakers. That said, the ES20 deserves a spot on the short list of high performance, affordable bookshelf speakers to audition. Reviewed By: HomeTheaterReview.com, December 5, 2009 Where to buy: JBL ES20 High-Performance 3-Way Bookshelf Speakers (Black, Pair)
Our take on the Denon AVR-E200 by Marshall Chase, Crutchfield Denon AVR-E200 Receivers: Your ticket to sensational sound Your receiver powers your speakers and lets you connect and select your entertainment sources. But a great receiver does a lot more — it ignites your emotions. From the passion of a favorite musical artist, to the crossfire of a super-charged movie soundtrack, to the intensity and immersion of a fast-paced video game, your receiver is the key to experiencing and enjoying it in full. Great sound made easy Enjoying home entertainment should be effortless. Denon's AVR-E series receivers immerse you in your favorite movies and music without getting too complicated. Fewer buttons, well-marked connections, and a focus on the essentials make the AVR-E200 one of the more user-friendly home theater receivers we've seen. Plus, its five channels of high-quality amplification deliver crisp, clean surround sound. HDMI audio/video switching The AVR-E200's HDMI inputs let you connect up to four high-definition sources for convenient switching, like a gaming console, Blu-ray player, HD cable box and more. An HDMI input on the front panel lets you hook up a compatible camera to view your HD videos. Two composite analog video inputs accommodate your older audio/video sources. Simplicity and convenience When you look at the AVR-E200, you'll find just a volume knob and a few other controls. There's a minijack input to enjoy music from any source with a headphone jack. Plus Denon's GUI (Graphic User Interface) displays the receiver's menus on your HDTV via HDMI. The menus are intuitive and easy to read on your TV's big screen. Use the included remote to make your way around. Highlights: Power and Processing: - 5-channel amplifier - 75 watts per channel into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD, with 2 channels driven - Dolby® and DTS® surround sound decoding Digital Music Options: - listen to music from a portable music player via the front-panel minijack input Audio Performance Features: - high-current, low-impedance amp design - Compressed Audio Restorer for better sound with compressed music sources like MP3 files - 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters for all channels Connections: - 1080p-compatible HDMI digital audio/video switching; 4 in, (including 1 front-panel input) 1 out - HDMI version 1.4a with support for 3D video, 4K video, Deep Color, x.v.Color, and auto lip-sync (no HDMI-CEC or Audio Return Channel) - 2-rear-panel audio/video inputs with composite video - no phono input — to connect a turntable you'll need to add a phono preamp - digital audio inputs: 1 optical, 1 coaxial - preamp output for a powered subwoofer General Features: - intuitive on-screen menu (via HDMI only) - receiver remote - 17-1/8"W x 5-5/16"H x 13-3/8"D - weight: 17.2 lbs.
Product details: Audio Features Equal Power Amp Design w Discrete Circuitry: The Denon AVR-E200 is equipped with a 5 channel power amplifier rated at 75-watts (into 8-ohms, at 20-20kHz, with 0.08% THD, driving 2 channels) that reproduces high-fidelity sound in surround mode with equal quality and power for all channels, true to the original sound. The power amplifier circuit adopts a discrete-circuit configuration that achieves high-quality surround sound reproduction. To faithfully reproduce the original surround sound, each of the Denon AVRE-200's five channels are equipped with its own high-current power amp of equal power. Since these power amps also use discrete circuits configured with parts strictly selected for their contribution to high sound quality, rather than with low-cost integrated circuits (ICs), the surround sound playback is of impeccably high quality. 24-bit/192-kHz DACs: This receiver is equipped with 24-bit/192-kHz DACs for all channels to decode and playback high-resolution recordings with less jitter and clearer sound. 32-Bit Processing DSP: The Denon AVR-E200 is equipped with a Cirrus Logic 32-bit DSP for powerful and highly accurate surround sound reproduction. Multi-Channel Decoding Formats: The Denon AVR-E200 AV receiver supports the following multi-channel (Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic) decoding formats. Dolby Digital: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD DTS: DTS, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS Express, DTS 96/24, DTS Neo: 6 Dolby Pro Logic: Dolby Pro Logic II Note: Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your audio source is connected to the AV receiver via a digital audio connection (HDMI, optical, or coaxial). Even though the AV receiver will decode 7.1channel surround sound (via HDMI), it will only output 5.1ch surround, because it lacks Surround Back channel speaker outputs. Other Listening Modes: You can also choose from the one of the following Listening Modes. Stereo Playback: Sound is output from the front left and right speakers, as well as the powered subwoofer. If multichannel signals are input, they are mixed down to 2-channel audio. The tone settings can be adjusted. Virtual Surround: Enjoy surround effects using only the front speakers or set of headphones. Multichannel Stereo: Left and right stereo channels are distributed to all the speakers so that stereo sound can be heard from all directions at any listening position. Direct Mode: The Denon AVR-E200 offers a Direct Listening Mode which bypass the receiver's tone & DSP processing for higher sound quality performance. Direct Mode provides playback of 2ch or Multichannel audio in its original form, without any surround or tone processing. Surround Parameters: You can adjust the following surround mode parameters: Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings: While listening in the Dolby Pro Logic II Music format, there are three further enhancements you can adjust: Panorama: Broadens the front stereo image to the surround speakers to provide a wraparound effect, especially effective when there is limited output from the surround channels, panorama can be turned on/off in the menu. Dimension: Allows you to move the sound field forward or backward. Center Width: Allows you to adjust the width of the center channel. Center Image: In the Neo:6 Music mode, the Center Image feature adjusts the output of the left and right channels relative to the center channel, allowing you to make the center channel more or less dominant as needed. This improves the image of the center channel, especially when the listener is off-center. Adjustment varies from 5 (nothing subtracted from the L/R channels) to 0 (L/R channel output is cut in half). Audio Enhancements: The Denon AVR-E200 receiver provides various audio enhancements to deliver a high-quality listening experience every time. Tone Settings: You can independently adjust the system's overall Bass and Treble settings from -6 to +6 dB. Restorer: Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio), and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The Restorer function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio signals. Dynamic Range Compression (DRC): Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range (the contrast between very soft and very loud sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual, Compressing the dynamic range allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack with reduced dynamic range. DRC works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS. Night Mode: The Night Mode optimizes sound for late night listening. This function can be set to Low, Mid, High, or Off. Speaker Setup: You can setup your speaker system manually using the receiver's on-screen menu. Speaker Configuration: Select speaker configuration and size (large/small/none), as well as subwoofer (yes/no). Distance: Set distance (0-60') from listening position to speakers. Channel Level: Set the volume (+/-12dB) of the test tone to be the same when it is output from each speaker. Crossover Frequency: Set high-pass crossover (40/60/80/90/100/110/120/150/200/250Hz) for the front, center, and surround speakers. Bass Setting: Set the low-pass crossover (80/90/100/110/120/150/200/250Hz) for the connected powered subwoofer and SW Mode(LFE/LFE+Main). Volume Settings: The AVR-E200 offers the following volume settings. Volume Scale: You can choose to display an Absolute volume scale (0-98) or Relative volume scale (-79.5 to 18dB). Volume Limit: You can set a maximum volume level of 0, -10, or -20 dB to limit the receiver's total volume output. Power On Level: You can define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on (0, 1-98, -79 to +18dB, or Last) Mute Level: You can set the amount of attenuation for the audio muting circuit; -40dB or -20dB below current volume, or full mute (sound turned off entirely). Source Level: This function adjusts the playback level of the currently selected input source's audio input. Use this feature if there are differences in the input volume levels between different sources. You can correct the playback level of the audio input from -12 to +12dB. Audio Inputs/Outputs: The Denon AV receiver offers a variety of analog and digital audio inputs/outputs. Assignable Digital Inputs: The AVRE-200 features an optical digital (Toslink) input and a coaxial digital input. Each input can be assigned to any of the different input sources, except Tuner. Speaker Terminals w/ Color Labels: The receiver has spring-clip terminals for all speaker connections. The spring-clip terminals can accept bare wire and pin connectors. The receiver will accept speaker impedances of 6 to 16-ohm. The AV receiver comes with color labels to easily identify which channel a speaker cable should be connected to. Since the speaker cables have labels in the same colors as the connectors on the AVR-E200's rear panel, there's no longer any confusion about which terminals they should be connected to. Headphones: When headphones are plugged into the full-size 1/4" jack on the front panel, all the speakers are automatically muted. Aux Input: The AVRE-200 is fitted with a front-panel 3.5mm auxiliary input to connect your external portable audio device, such as your MP3 player. AM/FM Tuner: The Denon AV receiver features a built-in AM/FM tuner with 56 station auto-preset memory tuning. You can also set your presets manually. Video Features HDMI (v1.4): With four HDMI v1.4 inputs (3 rear/1 front), the AVRE-200 allows you to route multiple high-definition devices, such as your Blu-ray player and cable/satellite receiver, to your TV. It also allows you to connect all of your devices to your TV with a single HDMI cable (via its HDMI monitor output), reducing cable clutter. The HDMI inputs are assignable to different input sources. The receiver's HDMI v.1.4 jacks are compatible with 1080p/24Hz video, 3D video signals, Deep Color & x.v.Color technology, as well as LipSync. 3D Pass-Through: With the advent of 3D media, it is important to own a receiver that recognizes 3D video signals. The AVRE-200 is able to pass through 3D signals from your Blu-ray player, ensuring that the 3D effect doesn't get lost in translation. It also recognizes signals from 3D television broadcasts. By connecting a 3D-compliant Blu-ray disc player and 3D-compliant TV to the AVRE-200, you will have a 3D home theater where you can enjoy high-definition sound and video on a level you've never experienced before. Deep/x.v.Color Support: The AVRE-200 also supports Deep Color and x.v.Color content, which can display a larger color range than standard-definition schemes. The result is a more lifelike, vibrant picture. LipSync: If needed, the audio signal can be manually delayed to match the video signal; adjust from 0-200ms. HDMI Standby Pass-Through: When enabling the HDMI Standby Pass-Through function, regardless of whether the AV receiver is "On" or in "Standby" both audio/video streams from an HDMI input will be output to your television, via the receiver's HDMI monitor output. You can select between three HDMI through function modes. HDMI Input: Selects the HDMI Input (1-4) for which the HDMI Standby Pass-Through function is enabled. Last: The HDMI Standby-Through function is activated on the input source selected at the time of setting the AV receiver to the "Standby" mode. Off: The HDMI Standby Pass-Through function is disabled. Composite Video Inputs/Output: The receiver features two composite video inputs and one composite video monitor output. You must connect the receiver to your TV via composite video to view incoming video from the receiver's composite inputs. There are no component video inputs or outputs.
Video Select Function: You can switch the video input source (Cable/Sat, DVD) on the receiver while listening to a different audio signal. It is not possible to select HDMI input signals. Convenience Features On-Screen Menu (via HDMI): The AV receiver's on-screen text-based menu provides quick information about your system's settings. You can easily make settings for your home theater system while viewing menus on the TV screen. When you control the sound volume, the volume level is displayed on the screen; and when you switch the input source, the name of the input source is displayed. These menu displays can be output to your TV via HDMI. If you connect the receiver to your television via only composite video, you will need to use the A/V receiver's front-panel display for menu and source adjustments. Front-Panel Display Dimmer: The receiver features 4 display settings for the front-panel LCD window; Bright, Dim, Dark, and Off. Quick Select: The AVR-E200 features Denon's easy to use Quick Select function, which provides 4 Quick Select buttons on the front-panel and on the remote control that let you instantly choose from the Cable/Satellite, Blu-ray, Game and Aux inputs. You can customize each one with your preferred sound settings for that particular source. iPod/iPhone Connectivity (optional): Using an optional iPod dock (ASD-11R, sold separately) you can integrate your iPod/iPhone with the AVRE-200. You will continue to use your iPod/iPhone to navigate your stored music. The dock features an S-video output, if you television is equipped with an S-video input (the receiver has no S-video input/output). Personal Memory Plus: For each input, the receiver automatically memorizes the settings for input mode, surround mode, HDMI output mode, audio delay, etc. When the input source is switched, the settings last used for that source are automatically recalled. The surround parameters, tone control settings, and playback levels for the different output channels are memorized for each surround mode. Protection Circuit: This is a function to prevent damage to components within the power supply when an abnormality such as an overload, excess voltage, or over-heating occurs. In this unit, the power indicator blinks and the unit enters standby mode when an abnormality occurs. Timers: The receiver features a programmable Sleep Timer and Auto Standby function. Sleep Timer: This function allows you to automatically set the power to standby after a predetermined amount of time has passed; set the sleep timer up to 120 minutes in 10 minute increments. Auto Standby: The unit enters standby mode automatically when no commands are sent to the unit for the set time (2, 4, or 8 hours). Before it enters the standby mode, "Auto Standby" is displayed on the front-panel display of this unit and the on-screen menu. Remote Control Wireless Remote Control: The AVRE-200 comes with an IR wireless remote control that can operate this receiver only. The remote control features Glow keys so it can easily be used in the dark. Product review Denon AVR e200 5.1 Channel 3D Pass Through Home Theater AV Receiver Easy Setup Entry Level Receiver In 2013, Denon is launching their E-series of a/v receivers which will focus on providing a less confusing setup process that all of us (unfortunately) have become accustomed to in the a/v world. The Denon AVR E200 is one of the three new models in the “E” series. The Denon AVR E300 and the Denon AVR E400 are the other two. The Denon E200 doesn’t have the variety of features that it’s bigger siblings do however, if you’re looking for a good entry-level receiver which focuses on good sound and video quality then the E200 may fit the bill. The Denon E200 So Simple Even a Child Could Setup Alright, this may be a slight exaggeration, but the Denon AVR E200 does place a premium on simplification. For starters on the rear of the receiver all of your speaker connections on the rear panel are color coded. Denon also includes color coded labels for you to attach to your speaker wires. Once you do, then connecting the wires to the correct terminal is a snap. One thing you’ll notice about the E200 is that the wires are connected to the amp via spring clips. In and of itself, this isn’t a bad thing. But, spring clips aren’t the most secure connection types and occasionally, the wires can become disconnected. The Denon E300 uses a spring loaded connector which I believe is a step up from the Denon E200's spring clips. Denon AVR E200 Guide The other area Denon’s focused on this year is the user interface. The days are gone when you had a simple black and white text onscreen display instead (thanks to companies like apple) we have these horribly attractive and easy to navigate icon driven interfaces….CURSE YOU APPLE! Unfortunately, this is what the Denon E200 comes equipped with. Denon made a concerted effort to ease the pain of the setup process by using a simplified text and icon driven approach which most users will appreciate. Denon AVR E200 Connectivity Denon E200 Rear The Denon E200 has an adequate amount of connectivity options. It comes equipped with 4 HDMI inputs, 3 on the back and 1 on the front so that you can connect an HDMI compatible device such as a comcorder. It also has 1 coaxial, 1 digital, 2 composite video inputs /1 output, and 3 analog inputs. Overall this isn’t a bad amount of connectivity options, but it is limited, especially, if you have older equipment. However, if you only have a few devices in your home theater room the Denon AVR E200 may be just right for you. Also, keep in mind the E200 does not have an ethernet connection. If you’re looking for a network receiver you may want to take a look at the Denon E-300 or E-400.
Denon E200 Video/Sound The E200 like all of Denon’s newer receivers utilizes identical power amp circuitry for all of it’s 5 channels. It’s rated as having a maximum power output of 165 watts per channel. However, it’s true real world power output is probably less than that. Even so, the Denon E200 has enough power to push a decent set of speakers. The E200 also allows 3D pass through via HDMI.
Conclusion The Denon AVR E200 is a good entry level receiver. If you’re looking for an affordable a/v receiver, that’s easy to setup, has pretty good power output, and allows 3D pass through then the E200 may be for you. However, if you’re looking for a receiver with more bells and whistles like networking capabilities, internet radio and AirPlay support, then your best bet would be to check out the Denon AVR E300. Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars Review by Chris Murray, AV Product Reviews On 31, Mar 2013
Quick Overview Dayton Audio's DTA-1 has the heart of a serious performer in a truly portable package. A Class-T chip lets the DTA-1 produce imaging, dynamics, and sound quality that rivals tube amps. Up to 15 watts per channel is on tap to push bookshelf speakers. Product Highlights • Palm-size Class-T 30 watt amplifier • Battery or AC poweredpower supply includedfor perfect portability • 88% Amp efficiency for longer battery life • Superior sound quality • Soft turn-on eliminates annoying speaker pop • CE and RoHS rated design Product Description Don't let the compact size fool you—Dayton Audio's DTA-1 mini amplifier is a serious piece of audio gear. A proprietary Class-T amplifier chip enables the DTA-1 to be 88% efficient while still producing pristine, high-resolution output. This makes the DTA-1 T-Amp an obvious choice for powering high efficiency single driver speakers. Up to 15 watts of power per channel is on tap to drive desktop and bookshelf speakers, for the ultimate portable hi-fi setup at home or in your office. The Dayton Audio DTA-1 T-Amp can run off of 8 AA batteries for total portability, or the included switching power supply (with quick-release US and European style plugs) for stationary use. A rear mounted 3.5 mm stereo (1/8") audio input is provided. The amplifier also includes a 6" long, coiled male-to-male 3.5 mm cable for making connections to iPods, MP3 players, PCs, and portable CD or DVD players. Spring-loaded push terminals are incorporated for quick speaker wire termination. Intelligent short-circuit and over-temperature protection ensure amplifier longevity. The Dayton Audio DTA-1 is the perfect replacement for the now unavailable Sonic Impact 5066 NIB class T amplifier. Dayton Audio has taken the technology developed for the Sonic Impact 5066 and perfected it in this hand-held digital amplifier. Check out this DTA-1 review: Target PC Tech Magazine - November 27, 2012
PRODUCT DETAIL - Model Number: DTA-1 - Color: Black - Product Height: 2" - Product Width: 6-1/8" - Product Depth: 3-3/4" - Product Shipping Weight(lbs.): 1.1000 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS - Amplifier Type: Mini Amplifiers - Power Output: 2 x 15 watts RMS - Output Channels: 2 - Output Connectors: Spring Loaded Terminals - Output Types: 4 ohms, 8 ohms - Inputs: 1 - Input Connectors: 3.5mm - THD @ Rated Power: 15 watts RMS (into 4 ohms @ 10% THD), 2 x 10 watts RMS (into 4 ohms @ 0.1% THD) - Dynamic Range: 102 dB - Efficiency: > 88% - Special Features: Soft turn-on - CE and RoHS rated design - Battery or AC powered - Intelligent: short-circuit and over-temperature protection Product review#1
Ok- We have finally done it. It has received rave reviews all over the world for being one of the highest values in audio. It had gone out of production in favor of a higher quality package which, of course, meant a higher price. Now, Dayton Audio has taken over the molds and reintroduced the product that changed the game and we, your humble servants at Unplggd.gov, have purchased our first T-Amp; the Dayton DTA-1. Normally we try things out for a long time before we post anything online- helps to get over the honeymoon stage, but we just couldn’t wait to tell everyone about how hot our new “companion” is in the bedroom. Find out after the jump…
One of the issues with the original Sonic Impact T-amp was that it did not come with a transformer. This can be a good or a bad thing, depending on your budget and level of expertise in the audio world, but it definitely was a bit of a downer if you bought the amp and weren’t aware that there was no power cord coming with it. It did and does take 8 AA batteries, but no cord meant you had to buy one separately. Since the amp was $40 and the transformer/power cord could cost $15, suddenly we were talking about a $55 amp… which was still good, but it kept us from buying.
Most people are used to amps having all kinds of inputs and outputs, a radio tuner, and a very big box associated with them. Really, an amp is just an amplification circuit board with a power source (it may not even have a “board” if it is wired “point to point”). This is common knowledge to audiophiles but to the rest of the world, it may feel like something has been left out if they don’t get lots of weight and size and apparent functionality.
However, with the advent of digital music and iPods and so forth, people have turned towards a more spare aesthetic. People want less now. Ok, they want more but they want it to look like less. We talked a bit about this in our Sonos interview last week; people want electronics to fit into their lives. The Dayton DTA-1 is small and ONLY what it needs to be. This is an amp that can be used and abused in any small office, kitchen, small living room and yes, bedroom. Bottom view:
Specifications: • Power output: 2 x 15 watts RMS (into 4 ohms @ 10% THD), 2 x 10 watts RMS (into 4 ohms @ 0.1% THD) • Efficiency: Greater than 88% • Dynamic range: 102 dB • Dimensions: 2" H x 6-1/8" W x 3-3/4" D. Dayton Audio is a company that is owned by Parts-Express out of Dayton, Ohio. You see, Parts-Express, being a retailer of all types of audio equipment, hears all the customer feedback from the products they sell. They sold literally buhzillions of the original Sonic Impact T-amp and heard what the customers had to say when the amp was eventually upgraded. Some customers didn’t want the upgrades because they cost more and didn’t offer anything substantive in return. Sure, you get a power cord now, but the new box is not very attractive and the new terminals are not so much better that owners won’t still want to upgrade them. Still the same circuitry so nothing has been lost in terms of sound, but almost doubling the price for a few minor changes may not be worth it to some. So they responded.
We are assuming that Dayton is licensing the technology from Sonic Impact, maybe they bought the tooling, but they are definitely the only ones producing the older box now. Since Dayton (Parts Express) is also the retailer, this means there is no middleman markup. They have larger margins and can offer things like powercords and still maintain the $39 price point. So all they did was change the plastic to a matte finish black, which looks hugely nicer than the original, and sell the original package. Let’s get on to how it sounds, shall we?
There are plenty of reviews on the net about the original version of this amp and they all say how amazingly awesomely awesome it is; worth more than ten times its price, crisp, clear, natural, sweeter than tubes, faster than that swimmer guy in the Olympics; a lot of positive feedback. We have been listening to it nearfield since it fits so nicely on our slim and sexeh desk. Nearfield is a term used to describe when your speakers are “up close” to you, as they might be on a desk upon which you are working. It just means that you are hearing the speakers directly, without the colorations that arise from sound interacting with room conditions. We have tried a few different speakers with it. Running it through a ‘90’s pair of 8 Ohm Paradigm Atoms has produced a sweetness that we haven’t heard before from them. Music sounds so clear and benevolent, even Nick Cave sounds like a take-home-to-mom guy. Resolution is so sharp and pointed that you can’t stop from leaning in to catch more detail. We then tried our full-range Fostex speakers we built a while back and they were less impressive. Certainly fuller and faster than with our tube amp, but not as rich and magical. This has a lot to do with the fact that the drivers have magnets the size of Rhode Island and require a real transformer to get them going. The final test was to go with some 4 Ohm speakers to test out how that intensity is handled by this little munchkin. 4 Ohm speakers are typically found in cars- they are more difficult to drive in the home environment partially due to their being more resistant to the electrical current. Most home amps are stable enough to run them these days, including the DTA-1, but the sound quality is usually not as good. Dayton rates this amp at .1% distortion for 8 Ohm speakers and a much larger 10% distortion for 4 Ohms. We found this to be quite an accurate rating with there being A LOT of distortion at 4 Ohms. Some of this will have to do with the full range, 4” drivers we were using, but these speakers sound very sweet with amps that are more forthcoming at 4 Ohms. We’ll just stop right there with the negative aspects and go back to the 8 Ohm experience because these little amps are truly amazing at 8 Ohms and few people even own 4 Ohm speakers. For $40, you CANNOT do any better than this. So simple to use- no built in iPod dock or anything, but you can’t use your equalizer settings on the iPod if you use a dock anyway. If you are a purist and need your “line out”, use a dock to get the clean signal to the amp and you are all set. Oh, and if you want to go portable, there is room for 8 batteries to enable you to do so. In fact, the size of this amp is almost entirely due to the space allotted for batteries. This amp could be ¼ the size if it didn’t accommodate them. THAT, is even more amazinger (yes it is).
In this economy, you need something this cheap to make you happy. Yes, cheap equals happy, Sri Unplggd reader, as long as it’s also good. A few well placed dollars can really make your musical experience deep and this is definitely a “to buy”.
By Apartment Therapy Product review#2 No, really, a stereo amp for $60 The Dayton Audio DTA-1 has the footprint of a roll of paper towels, but is rated at 15 watts per channel RMS into 4 ohms @ 10% THD. At lower levels of distortion, it's got a claimed 10 watts at 0.1% THD. Not bad, even if that is only 5 watts per channel into 8 ohms (maybe). In reality, most audio listening is done at 1-3 watts, so 5 should be plenty for a small system, right? I don't know, but it's so cute I'm looking forward to finding out. You can't tell from the pictures, but the rubberized texture of the DTA-1 belies its price. The overall fit and finish is surprisingly good for such an inexpensive product. It doesn't even look bad sitting on a table between two speakers. On the back you get spring clips for the speaker wire (and these are rather small, so you won't be hooking up your 8 gauge speaker cable to this one). There's only one input, a stereo 1/8th-inch jack. An 1/8th to 1/8th cable is included so you can hook up your iPod or laptop or whatever right away. Nice thinking.
There are two options to power the DTA-1: eight AA batteries, or the included switching wall wart. POWER!!!!! The Dayton Audio DTA-1 may look tiny, but its actually a stereo amp... that's tiny. The DTA-1 is a Class T amplifier. Class T is a modified version of a standard Class D amp that varies its switching frequencies depending on output power. Class T amps, like their Class D brothers, are highly efficient and light weight, giving rise to amps like the DTA-1. Using some vaguely un-scientific methods (namely, my iPod and a Radio Shack SPL meter), I measured 96dB with a 1kHz tone at a distance of 1 meter. This is pretty good as the speaker I was using has a measured sensitivity of 84.5 dB at the same distance for the same frequency. There was a slight drop running both channels, but not a huge amount. With actual music it's going to be a lot lower. I measured in the mid 80s with white noise, which is more like the volume they played during my listening tests.
My first selection was "If I Ever Leave This World Alive" by Flogging Molly from their Drunken Lullabies album. This song starts fairly light with guitar, mandolin, some singing. As it goes on, it gets bigger and bigger, with the whole band joining in. The DTA-1 was able to drive the speakers to produce some decent bass, while at the same time never having the bite sometimes associated with inexpensive amplification. Towards the end of the song, when everything's going, there was some slight distortion at max volume. Turning it down very slightly alleviated this without impacting overall SPL significantly. It was also a little compressed, but given the price and nature of the amp, this was totally forgivable. For female voices and overall atmosphere, I like Radka Toneff's "The Moon Is A Harsh Mistress" from her Fairytales album. Like the Flogging Molly track, the treble was clean with no hint of grit. There wasn't a lot of pop, or ability to accurately reproduce quick transients. "La Barrosa" from Paco De Lucia's Live in America album is a great test for this. The quick bursts from De Lucia's guitar (strings and otherwise) were fairly flat on the DTA-1. Again, not a big deal and not surprising given the price. Max volume, as you'd expect, is the DTA-1's Achilles' heel. Even with really efficient speakers, there is only so much a few watts can do. That said, you'll have no problem filling a room with sound at a decent listening level. And if you really only care about nearfield listening from a computer, then this lack of power is unlikely to be a major factor. Using batteries was another story. Even though output tests like those above remained very similar, it was clear listening to music that the amp couldn't handle quite the same volume levels as when plugged in. More distortion was evident at max volume. As far as battery operated amps go, though, you're still getting a lot more, and better, sound than you'd expect. So if you want to create a portible system with some speakers you already have, the DTA-1 can fulfill that role very well, though it's even better plugged in. Turn-Ons: - Fantastic Price - Surprisingly clean sound - Great feel - Annoy your friends with the awesomeness of your $60 amp Turn-Offs: - Not terribly loud, but come on, it's $60! - Blue LED power light is really bright - Speaker spring-clips almost comically small - Final Thoughts I have to say, I love the DTA-1. It's inexpensive, yet still does a great job at what it was made to do. It's obviously not for everyone, but it fills its niche perfectly. Who knew you could get decent sound from a $60 amp?
