Panasonic SC-PT1050 Deluxe Home Theater System with 5-DVD Changer

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You've just bought a widescreen TV and are ready to experience HDTV for the first time. Improved visual quality is just one part of the package. HDTV incorporates up to 5.1 channel Dolby-Digital compatible surround sound. Now there's a dilemma. You want this sound performance to be part of the total experience, but how do you configure 6 speakers in your entertainment room? You want the DVDs you watch to take full advantage of the HDTV you invested in, but you don't want to have to string so much cable to connect your rear surrounds and subwoofer. The Panasonic SCPT1050 makes it easy. The surround speakers and subwoofer are all wireless, meaning you can quickly mount them without worrying about running wire. The progressive-scan 5-disc DVD/CD changer up-converts to 1080p, which means you'll get the most out of your HDMI-compatible HDTV with sharp and exceptionally detailed high-resolution images. And unlike ordinary video up-converters that produce images with thicker edges and decreased sharpness, the HD Enhancer keeps edges crisp and clear for outstanding detail. Super Surround puts you in the action with lifelike sound from every angle, and a Four-Step Subwoofer Level Control puts you in command with rich sound effects you can hear and feel. It also comes equipped to deliver exceptional sound quality from portable audio players and other new music sources. Go ahead and listen to music on your iPod by using the included Universal Dock for iPod, or tune into your favorite XM stations with the integrated XM tuner.

Buying this system was the worst mistake we ever made. After 4 months, the LED display stopped working. We had to drive 45 minutes to the closest Panasonic warranty repair shop. We got it back 2 weeks later (it was a "loose wire") and after using it about 2 times the thing practically exploded on us. So we drive 45 minutes AGAIN to the repair shop, this time they had to replace all sorts of parts (right, so much for that "loose wire") and took about a month to get it back. Sooooo, we use it again, and after about 4 times of using it, the LED went out again. So we drive 45 minutes AGAIN to the repair shop, and this time the whole circuit board needs to be replaced. But of course, as luck would have it, the part is on backorder. So we had 4 months of a unit that would work, and 5 months (so far!) of it NOT working. We have contacted Panasonic several times, and they've now given us an option of waiting for it to be repaired again (who knows how long that will take since the part they need is out of stock) OR they will pay us to send the unit back to them, MINUS the sales tax that we paid. So, basically we are losing $42 by buying this unit, plus figure about $100 in gas to take it to and pick up from the repair shop. Amazon has told us there is nothing they can do, unless we want to return it for 50% of what was paid. So, I will never buy another Panasonic product again, nor will I ever buy anything from Amazon again.

I bought this system through buy.com first and received it at home defective: the sub-woofer doesn't switch on (zero light, not even the red one while waiting for shynch). So I returned to the system to Buy.com and decided to buy it from a more reliable website ==> Amazon.com Unfortunately the new system has the same problem.. and I made sure it is not my mistake while I set up it... So now, I will bring it to the reparation center. Otherwise, I would spend the shipping fees and loose it for the second time. Hope this story will help you. Emanuele

I'd like to review this item but I have yet to receive it. I placed my order on March 15 and was told it may take two months for delivery after I ordered it. Two months came and went and was given a new estimated delivery date. That date has also past and I'm now being told by Amazon that they don't know when they'll get it in stock and they'll email me if they ever do. Meanwhile they still have it for sale. Why continue to take orders for an item you can't fulfill?

Just installed this system. Have a total of 4hrs listening time on it, but I am pretty good at setup and sound adjustement. My previous system was a Sony Dream System(BTW, DO NOT BUY ONE!!!)and though it was a COMPLETE PILE OF UNRELIABLE CRAP, it sounded GREAT! The Sony's highs were significantly better than this system. PROs: 1. Easy set up, no wires to snake everywhere. Rear speakers mounted on wall easy and box hidden under couch. 2. SUB is AMAZING! This thing is nearly too much! 3. Beautifuly crafted and finished(looks more expensive that it is!) 4. Quick CD changes/swaps/and play feature. 5. Surround is flawless. No delay, no 'unresponsive'. You would swear they were wired like a traditional system. CONs: 1. I havnt been able to 'clean up' the sound. I like clear and crisp, and thus far, I havnt gotten it. That is a big dissapointment for me. 2. Reciever is HUGE! 3. Lack of PERSONAL sound adjustement(Treble, Mid, Lows, etc...). Overall, this is a great product. It does exactly what it says, it is easy to set up(yes, sub included!) and it looks great. Just look at the reviews....if all you can find to complain about is the 'manual being too small', then it MUST be good!lol Now....if only I can figure out how to make the highs come out...

Unfortunately, the wireless function stopped working after one day of use. Nonetheless, I'm assuming that I just got a dud, and I'm giving a good review based on my experience while it was working. Other than volume lacking a bit as others have mentioned, I was very pleased with audio, picture quality, ease of setup - and disassembly :( Also worth mentioning that aesthetically, the unit is beautiful.