DESCRIPTION:

This 3.1-channel system delivers terrific sound without a lot of clutter. The secret is a center-channel speaker that is actually built into the left and right speakers plus Dolby virtual 296.speaker technology for surround sound effects without rear speakers. The 80 GB hard disk drive can store thousands of songs, while the DVD player has upconversion for use with HDMI-equipped HDTVs. Additional highlights include 240 watts of total power, Dolby Digital decoding, digital AM/FM tuner, MP3 player input and remote control.

Key Features:

* Amplification: 40 watts per channel for left, right and center channels (from 120 Hz to 20 kHz with 1% THD into eight ohms) and 80 watts for the subwoofer amplifier (from 45 to 120 Hz with 1% THD into four ohms)
* Hard disk drive: rips CDs at up to 4x speed and writes MP3/WMA files from a PC at speeds up to 15x
* DVD player: plays DVDs, as well as CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs plus MP3/WMA discs for hours of continuous music
* Digital AM/FM tuner: includes 35 station presets and is XM-ready
* Speakers: magnetically shielded design with two 2-1/2" drivers in each of the two main enclosures plus a 6-3/4" subwoofer in its own enclosure
* iPod ready: This system includes an iPod dock which allows you to enjoy music from your iPod on your home theater system. Plus, the dock charges your iPod when connected.
* Audio inputs: four including optical and music port for MP3 players
* Video outputs: HDMI, component video and composite video
* Remote control: offers the convenience of operation from across the room