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LG 3D Playback Home Theatre System

1100 Watts | 3D Blu-ray Home Theatre System | 4 Tall Speakers

There are so many reasons to love the LG HX966TS. 3D playback let’s you enjoy 3D movies and astounding 3D sound completes the 3D experience by immersing you in realistic and powerful sound. With LG Smart TV stream the best of the Internet and view it on the big screen. With 1100 watts of power output, 4 tall speakers and 5.1 channel surround you’ll feel like you’re right in the middle of the excitement.

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What You Need to Know about Home Theatre Systems

What’s a DVD Recorder?

A DVD recorder or DVD-R is an optical drive that uses a laser to record video onto a blank DVD. DVD recorders are available as standalone units or internal drives, which are not only capable of recording video, but also work as DVD players. As of March 2007, many DVD recorders come equipped with a digital ATSC tuner to provide users with digital-quality image and sound on their analog TV.

What types of DVD Recorders are available?

LG DVD recorders come in a variety of formats with a range of capabilities.
Super-Multi DVD Recorders burn in all current DVD disc formats, with Super-Multi Format Recording: DVD±R /DVD±RW/DVD+R Double Layer/DVD-RAM.
HDMI DVD Recorders replace up to 9 kinds of current analog connections, maximizing the quality of digital audio and video, and minimizing data loss.

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HDTV Digital Video Recorders let you record directly from your cable box or TV antenna.
DVD recorders with DivX Playback need far less disc capacity when recording high-resolution video and sound, allowing users to store more video per disc. DivX also lets you enjoy DivX files downloaded directly from the Internet.

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Dual Progressive Scan DVD Recorders convert a standard quality VHS to progressive-scan quality, and allow you to upscale your analog TV’s picture quality for enhanced viewing pleasure.

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What do I need to know about "Watts"?

A watt is a unit of energy. With regard to audio systems, watts refer to the energy output of the amplifier or receiver that’s being used to power the speakers. More watts equals more power, and thus more potential volume—itself usually measured in decibels.

What do Watts Mean for my Speakers?

When purchasing home entertainment components, you need to make sure that your speakers are compatible with the maximum output of your amplifier or receiver. For example, if you purchase a receiver with an output of 100 watts-per-channel, make sure your speakers are compatible with that level of output. If the speakers are designed to "max out" at less power, the audio will become distorted, and could even damage the speakers. Conversely, if the speakers are designed to handle more power than your amplifier provides, this may result in the sound "clipping"or cutting out), which might likewise cause speaker damage.

How Many Watts Do I Need?

There is no set rule for deciding how powerful a sound system you need. Basic ballpark figures say at least 50 watts-per-channel for smaller rooms, and 100 watts-per-channel for larger rooms—and upwards of that for larger spaces. Your own ears are the best guide in making this decision.

Another thing to keep in mind when choosing home theater components is that the relationship between watts and decibels is exponential, not linear. This means that doubling the wattage does not give you double the volume. As a rule, if you double the number of watts (for example, from 50 to 100) you only get a volume increase of 3dB, which is almost imperceptible. To double the volume, you would instead need to multiply the number of watts by a factor of ten—requiring, for example, a 500-watt system to achieve twice the volume of a 50-watt system.

Compatibility Between Components

To ensure that your amplifier and speakers are compatible, always ask an audio expert for assistance. That’s what we did. Many of LG’s audio systems were fine-tuned by renowned audio expert, Mr. Mark Levinson. Just one more assurance that our home entertainment systems are designed to allow all components to work together—to give you breathtaking audio clarity and performance, every time.

Speakers: Why would I need more than two?

Classic stereo utilizes two independent audio channels to reproduce sound with depth and directionality. “Surround sound” refers to a growing number of available formats, like Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound, that use multi-channel audio to create a more immersive, three-dimensional audio experience via additional speakers strategically placed around the listener. Surround-sound technology has long been familiar to moviegoers, but it’s fast becoming the common choice for consumers of home theater systems, video game consoles, and personal computers, too. More and more entertainment companies are encoding audio in surround-sound formats, including producers of video games, DVDs, and HDTV broadcasts.

Surround-Sound Formats

There are many surround-sound formats available for use in the home, ranging from 3-speaker setups, to 7-speakers and beyond. The most common, standardized speaker configuration is known as 5.1 Surround Sound, which refers to left, right, and center speakers up front, surround-left and surround-right speakers in the rear, plus an additional low-frequency speaker. Several competing audio formats are used to encode DVDs, video games, and other popular forms of entertainment to achieve some like-variation of 5.1 Surround Sound, the most common being proprietary technologies by Dolby and DTS. Many home theater systems, including those made by LG, allow you to switch between these and other standard formats, so you can enjoy the widest variety of entertainment options.

Need Help Matching Your TV to Your Other Components?

With the vast array of formats available for connecting home electronics—using both cables and wireless technologies—determining the compatibility of various devices in your home entertainment system can get complicated very quickly.

Wirewize 24/7 Support Service

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Wirewize makes setting up a home theater easy. Our setup wizards will provide a personalized system profile, cable recommendations, and customized step-by-step setup instructions for your exact components.

Or better yet, have a Wirewize LIVE Setup Coach help you get connected and configured over the phone. Wirewize LIVE puts an expert in your corner anytime you need it. Our U.S.-based Setup Coaches can help you connect, configure and troubleshoot your home theater, and answer your questions, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wirewize LIVE gives you anytime access to your own personal support specialist, who’s an expert on your exact products. Our U.S.-based reps can help you solve most issues over the phone, at your convenience, and will get your home theater performing at its best in no time.

Visit Wirewize now, for the ultimate in home electronics support.

LG Design Philosophy for Home Theater Systems

Design plays a critical role in harmonizing technology and human needs. In an effort to predict emerging needs, and to deliver innovative products to the public, LG has developed a comprehensive design philosophy which boils down to four basic elements: Concept, Style, Interface, and Finish

Digital Audio

In digital audio products, we produce home theater systems, new karaoke systems, and Hi-Fi systems that are equipped with the latest sound technology. LG’s Digital Media Company teamed with Mr. Mark Levinson, the world-renowned audio industry expert, to set new standards in sound quality and excellence.

Our audio products are perfect for bringing the best digital entertainment experiences to the home—and we’ve received many awards that underscore this, including coveted EISA Best Product awards, reddot Design awards, iF Design awards, and CES Innovation awards. For enthusiasts seeking the ultimate digital audio experience with the finest design, LG's current lineup features a wide array of digital audio products—from a stylishly designed. high power output home-cinema system, to micro systems that maximize available space.

Digital Video

LG is renowned for its expertise in digital video and information technology. We’ve received numerous international awards for our digital video products, including EISA Best Product awards and iF Design awards. We also created the world's first dual-format, high-definition disc player, and an array of similarly advanced multimedia convergence products.

LG integrates numerous multimedia features into its digital devices. We’re committed to the art of helping people enjoy their media any time, any place. For this reason, we pursue strong initiatives on multimedia convergence products. Already, LG makes a wide range of digital video products, including premium high-definition disc players, DVD players, DVD recorders with HDD, portable DVD players, and digital set-top boxes. Moving forward, we will stay true to our tradition of innovation by continuing to introduce stylish digital video designs and broadcast convergence technology with customers’ needs foremost in our mind.

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3D Sound3D Sound

The 3D Sound Blu-ray™ Home Theater, created by Vertical 3D Sound Channel and Dual Subwoofers, provides an upgraded and immersive sound experience by creating a dome-like sound field that fills your senses from head to toe. Enjoy the genuine 3-dimentional sound and picture as if you were part of the action.

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Vertical 3D Sound

Vertical 3D sound channels applied on top of the tallboy speakers generate sound vertically, expanding the upper sound field and filling your room with the immersive and rich 3-dimensional sound. Push the ”3D sound on“ button on your remote control, and enjoy the most realistic 3D sound experience as if you were at a cinema.

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  • Dual Subwoofers

    With two slim subwoofers on both sides, the HX996TS enhances the bass sound that a conventional home theater system with a single subwoofer fails to replicate. You will experience stronger, deeper, room-filling sound through the powerful dual subwoofers.

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Cinema Dome Effect

The cinema dome effect created by the advanced 3D sound technology fills the room with sound from top to bottom, placing you at the center of sound. This replicates a cinema-like experience, and allows you to become more deeply immersed in the 3D experience.

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  • LG Smart TVLG Smart TV

    Experience a multitude of popular streaming entertainment and apps with LG Smart TV. With LG Apps and Premium Content, enjoy a full range of quality lifestyle applications, interactive games, and VoD services designed for individual and family entertainment.

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3D Playback3D Playback

Capture all excitement of the 3D cinema in the comfort of your own home as you immerse yourself in life-like sound and picture. Perfected by advanced 3D technology, LG provides an immersive 3D viewing experience with an even brighter and clearer 3D picture and more realistic sound.

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Wi-Fi Direct™ & DLNAWi-Fi Direct™ & DLNA

Enjoy the new and simple experience of unrestricted file sharing. Movies, photos, music, and other files in your digital devices can be shared wirelessly with the HX996TS. You can now stream your PC and smartphone contents to your TV directly.

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  • LG RemoteLG Remote

    Your smartphone becomes a versatile remote control that allows you to easily browse through content and search for information. Just download the app to your phone, and after a simple on-screen setup, you will have full control of your player with your Android phone or iPhone/iPod.

  • Music ID by GracenoteMusic ID by Gracenote

    Get information about the music from the movie you're watching. The LG Smart 3D Blu-ray™ Player provides full access to exclusive Gracenote services, allowing you to obtain information about the artist, song and album titles!

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Key Features

  • Mood Lighting
  • 2 HDMI IN
  • 3D Sound
  • 4 Tall Speakers
  • 3D Playback
  • Smart TV
  • HX996TS Key Visual
  • HX996TS Music ID by Gracenote

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Amplifier/Speaker

Total Output Power
1280W (3D 180W)
Amplifier Configuration
5.2CH
Amplifier Configuration
D-Class
Subwoofer
100W (Passive) x 2

DISC PLAYBACK CAPABILITY

Blu-ray 3D
Yes
Blu-ray Disc
Yes
BD-R/RE
Yes
DVD-Video
Yes
DVD±R
Yes
DVD-RW
Yes
DVD+RW
Yes
Audio CD
Yes
CD-R/RW
Yes

VIDEO CONTENT FORMAT

MPEG4 AVC., (H.264)
Yes
MPEG2
Yes
SMPTE VC1, (VC-9)
Yes
AVCHD
Yes
DivX/DivX HD
Yes
MKV
Yes

APPLICATIONS

DLNA® Certified
Yes
BonusView
Yes
BD-Live™
Yes
MusicID®
Yes

Broadband

SmartTV
Yes
LG Apps
Yes

VIDEO CAPABILITIES

Digital/Analog Conversion
162MHZ/12bit
NTSC
60Hz
Deep Colour
Yes
xvYCC
Yes
Composite Output
Yes
Component Output
Yes
HDMI™ Output
Yes

AUDIO CAPABILITIES

Digital/Analog Conversion
192MHZ/24bit
LPCM
Yes
2 Channel Down Mix
Yes
Dolby® Digital
Yes
Dolby® Digital Plus
Yes
Dolby® TrueHD
Yes
DTS™
Yes
DTS-HD Master Audio™ Essential
Yes

Convenience Features

SIMPLINK™
Yes
Instant Tray Open
Yes
Quick Booting
Yes
Firmware Update
Yes
Screen Saver
Yes
Parental Lock
Yes
Quick Loading
Yes
Scan (fwd/rev)
Yes
Skip (fwd/rev)
Yes
Slow (fwd/rev)
Yes
Repeat
Yes
A-B Repeat
Yes
Speaker/Woofer Level Trim
Yes
Speaker Distant (Channel Delay)
Yes
Test Tone
Yes
Mute
Yes
A/V Sync Delay
Yes
Sleep
Yes

Tuner

Audio Tuner Band
FM
Radio Tuner Presets
50 Station

Inputs /Outputs

Digital Audio In
Optical Rear
HDMI™ In
2 Rear
HDMI™ Out
1 Rear
Component Video Out
Yes, Rear
Composite Video Out
Yes, Rear
AM/FM Antenna Inputs
FM, Rear
Ethernet (RJ-45)
Yes, Rear
USB 2.0 In
Yes, Front
iPod/iPhone Cradle
Yes, Rear
Portable Audio In
Yes, Front

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

DLNA Set-up Disc
Yes
Speaker Cables
6
AM/FM Antennas
FM
Remote Control
CB3
Batteries
Yes

Power

Power Consumption
120W
Power Off Consumption
TBD

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Main Unit Dimensions
TBD
Front Speaker Dimensions
TBD
Centre Speaker Dimensions
TBD
Rear Speaker Dimensions
TBD
Subwoofer Dimensions
TBD

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty
1 Year Parts & Labour


Design, features and specifications subject to change without notice.

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