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Pioneer HTZ900DVD

An 'everything but the kitchen sink' HTIB, this stylish high-end Pioneer system throws in MP3, DVD Audio, SACD, a Jpeg photoviewer, flat 'tallboy' speakers and a powered sub woofer.

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Yamaha YSP-3000

If you can look past its limited video capabilities, the Yamaha YSP-3000 is an otherwise recommendable single-speaker solution for home theater buyers who don't want a traditional 5.1 channel surround system.

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LG BD300

LG's BD300 produces decent images and sound and can be networked to take advantage of BD-Live features — just so long as you don't mind laying some Ethernet cable.

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Samsung DVD-HD850

The Samsung DVD-850 will go down as one of the bargains of the year -- a next-generation DVD player that precedes models from every other mainstream brand.

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Denon DHT-FS3

While it's a bit lean on features, Denon's compact DHT-FS3 home theatre system delivers big, room-filling sound.

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Philips's inexpensive HDMI home-theatre system

One of Philips's more intriguing announcements at this year's CES is an inexpensive, virtual surround home-theatre-in-a-box system that features HDMI connectivity.

Wi-Fi hi-fi: Avega Systems Oyster 802.11 Networked Speakers

Aussie company launches speakers with built-in wireless 802.11 networking, amplifiers and surround decoders so you can stream MP3s from a networked PC directly to the speakers themselves.

CES 2007: Philips' home theatre in a speaker

We heard about Philips' 1.1 virtual surround system, the HTS8100 SoundBar, before CES 2007, but now that we've got the final specs, we're even more eager to give it a whirl.

VHS lives on -- just barely

Don't tell English inventor James Larsson that a VCR is useless.

Is virtual surround worth it?

I've been hearing a lot about virtual surround system recently and was wondering: what are the pros and cons?

What does an AV receiver actually do?

Hi, sorry to ask what must be a stupid question, but what does a receiver actually do? We're looking at buying the Pioneer 7th gen 42" plasma, and need to buy the accompanying equipment. We just didn't expect to spend almost the same amount on a receiver! Is it worth the investment? I had thought the speakers were the most important in making the most out of a home entertainment system? Appreciate any help or guidance you can offer.

What to look for in Home Theatre in a Box

Our experts explain the specs that matter.

DIY: How to buy a home theatre system - are kits or components right for you?

Whether you want to buy a home-theatre in a box or go the components route, you'll need to decide which way is best for you right from the start.

How to setup your home theatre speakers

You don't have to be an electrician or an acoustics expert to get great surround sound from your home theatre system. Just follow the steps in this tutorial to setup your home theatre speakers for optimum sound.

CNET.com.au's digital SLR superguide

Digital SLR cameras have opened up a world of new opportunities in photography. This guide will walk you through the choices and let you take your images to the next level.

Best receivers under $1500

AV receivers are the central hub of any home theatre system, and so we look at the best receivers available for under AU$1500.

CES 2008: world's biggest tech show preview

The annual International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world's largest, and in the leadup to our exclusive CNET.com.au coverage here's what to expect from CES 2008.

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Blaze DVD Standard 5.0

Watch movies, listen to audio files, or try out enhanced effect functions.

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Magic Music Studio 4.02

Play music, record sound, and apply different effects to your audio files.

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