DVD Receiver, 5.1 Speakers - 800W RMS - Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS - Silver - MPN: SCHT40 See Product Details
Description
The amplifier built into this home theater system pumps out high power levels for driving our speakers at satisfying volumes with low distortion. You'll feel like you're in the front row at your local multiplex as the sounds from Dolby Digital and DTS sound tracks travel all around you.
Quick Glance
Sound Supported: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS
Connectivity: Music Port, 2 x Toslink S/PDIF In, 1 x S/PDIF In, 1 x Audio In
Green Compliance: Yes
Included Components: DVD Player
Number of Speakers: 5.1
Summary
Product Title: Panasonic SC-HT40 Home Theater System
Manufacturer: Panasonic
Power Score: 3.5 | 13 Reviews
Amplification
Watts per Channel: 90 W/channel
Watts Subwoofer: 220 W
Power Output: 800 W (RMS)
THD at Rated RMS Power (Unbridged): 10 %
Included Devices
Included Components: DVD Player
Number of Discs Supported: 1
Number of Included Speakers: 5.1
Compatibility
Sound Supported: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS
Audio Codecs Supported: MP3, WMA
Interface
Interface Connection: Music Port, 2 x Toslink S/PDIF In, 1 x S/PDIF In, 1 x Audio In
General
Green Compliance: Yes
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Strengths: Easy to setup, good sound
Weakness: Non-Powered Sub (but still good sound)
I use this in a small living room and I found the sound to be great. The room is mostly square so I can't day about an odd sized room. So far its been great, I use for TV and DVD's and have been more then happy with both. Overall a great buy for the $$
Strengths: Easy to setup. Good sound. Relatively small/compact. Looks nice.
Weakness: Speakers use cheap hard-wired wire. Loud but maybe not enough power for some rooms. Sub rather small and non-powered. Few options of surround modes.
I use for bedroom setup and its a good product for the price. Note, this does NOT include a DVD player. I also use the wireless surround speakers, also easy to setup with decent sound, but sometimes cuts out and/or hisses. Overall good value for the price.
Strengths: Price; 2 optical inputs; lots of choices for customizing the sound using Panasonic's SFC (Sound Field Control).
Weakness: Weak tuner; only 2 of 3 digital sound inputs can be activated at once.
This system is a decent value for a relatively small room (12' x 12'). I have it connected to a Samsung 32" LCD HDTV and an RCA upconvert DVD using the 2 optical digital inputs. (The TV doesn't seem to pass through the 5.1 sound from the DVD even though I'm using an HDMI cable between the two.) There is also a coaxial digital input, but to use it you have to deactivate (using the menu system) one...
Strengths: Good Sound, Price, Small & Easy to setup
Weakness: Weak tuner, Surround On/Off cannot be controlled thru remote. Speakers use hard-wired wire.
Though the Sub-Woofer is not powered still the BASS is good. Instruction manual is very confusing. Since the Speakers use hard-wired wire it is not possible to replace the wires with a good one. I've also purchased the PAN SHFX60 Panasonic Rear Wireless Transmitter which saves me from running wire to the back of my room for complete surround sound. The Wireless Transmitter is little expensive...
Strengths: Inexpensive but good sounds; Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS; Wireless rear speakers with an optional SH-FX60 Digital Trasmitter & Receiver;
Weakness: Awkward to program optical inputs; Only two of the three digital inputs can be used at one time
SC-HT40 Theatre System DOES NOT include a CD/DVD player. It's just a receiver/tuner with 5.1 speakers (5 speakers and 1 sub-woofer). It's fitting for those who already own DVD players with optical and/or coaxial outputs to enjoy the full surround sound. It provides 3 audio decodings--Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS, a feature seldom found in home theatre systems of this price range....
Strengths: Great sound system for the price.
Weakness: For the system itself, there are none I can find. The main weakness is that this site advertised it as coming with a DVD/CD player and it doesn't. Whats the deal?
I ordered this system with complete confidence in pricegrabber. I've ordered multiple things from it in the past, and it has never done wrong. It is frustrating that after carefully checking the included components for a system with a DVD player (which this site say that this system has) it doesn't actually come with a player. I supposed after looking at the picture, one could've guessed, but I...
Strengths: Compact sized speakers, nice sound quality, reasonably priced, Panasonic reliablity and quality
Weakness: No video inputs, only 2 optical inputs, menu for FM tuner setup not very intuitive, can't use the remote to turn on "Music Surround" option (but can use it to turn it off)
I purchased this home theater package for use in a bedroom and it is perfect for this. The compact size of the speakers keeps it from looking too obtrusive. Although the speakers are very small, they still offer very good sound quality. Also, the system has plenty of power for the average listener. One thing to note is that it does not include a DVD player, but for me that was a benefit. Why...
Strengths: Good sound for the price. Easy to install. Digital and optical inputs.
Weakness: Only two sources can be connected so not great for gamers unless they want to deal with a toggle switch. Not great sound but what do you expect for $175
Overall a good value. I have purchased the rear speaker transmitter which is a bit pricey but will keep the living room looking nice. I would definitely recommend this unit as a great starter system for small rooms or the budget conscious.
Strengths: Great price
Weakness: Poor durability
I purchased the system about a year ago. Recently it began making popping noises through the speakers when the receiver was turned on. Yesterday it made a popping noise, displayed an "Overload" condition and shut down. I am disappointed in this Panasonic product.
The Panasonic SC-HT40 is a 800 watt 5.1 channel surround system offered by Panasonic with a budget friendly price. The package consists of a 5.1 channel receiver, a 220 watt subwoofer with 160mm driver, two 90 watt front speakers with a full range 65mm driver, two 90 watt rear spearks also with a full range 65mm driver and a 220 watt center speaker with dual full range 65mm drivers. The receiver...
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Panasonic SC-HT40 receives an overall TopTenREVIEWS score of 2.07 out of 4.00. It is ranked the #17 Home Theater in a Box Home Audio of all time. The overall rating represents an intelligent balance of features, value as a function of price to features, and a summary of reviews from a variety of sources. The TopTen REVIEWS' formula gives a picture of important consumer features, market value, and...
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Good system with some minor flaws
Strengths: Great sound. Nice look for the speakers.
Weakness: Not a lot of inputs. Wires are attached to the speakers (and relatively short). Not a great design for the remote control.
Overall this is a nice system. It looks good, it sounds good, and works for the price you pay for it. I got it on sale during BF and can't say I expected much more for the price I paid. The speakers are attached to the wires which makes long length runs kind of a pain. Even running the rear speakers to the back of my room served to be a challenge. The inputs are there, however, you basically can...
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