Convenience and Style in a Great-Sounding Package

If space and budget considerations run a close second to sound quality when choosing a home theater, then this neat 2.1-channel package from Onkyo is worth a closer look. Your days of thin sound will be over, with SRS processing technology creating an immersive 3D soundfield using just two speakers-perfect for movies, music, and games. But the real beauty of the system lies in its convenience. For example, the control center is preprogrammed for use with most TV remote controllers. It turns on automatically with your television and responds to volume commands from your TV remote. Two sculpted speakers-featuring a pair of 6.5 cm drivers each-can be mounted in a variety of ways on the wall or entertainment unit. The system is also great for music, with Bluetooth 2.1 allowing you to stream from your smart phone, tablet, and laptop. Analog and digital connections are included to connect a PC or CD player. Wireless implementation extends to the powered subwoofer, which can be placed anywhere in the room you like-another handy feature in what is an exceptionally useful home theater system.

Home Theater System Learns Your TV Remote Controller Commands

The LS3100 is programmed to accept commands from the remote controllers of major TV brands. The system powers up automatically when you turn on your TV, and you can adjust the volume using your usual television remote. After 5 minutes with no signal from the TV, the home theater will switch itself off, so you don't waste power.

Stream Music from iPhone, Tablet, and PC via Bluetooth Technology

Whether you're an iPhone or iPad user, an Android fan, or an owner of a personal computer with Bluetooth capability, streaming music to your new home theater system couldn't be easier. Simply pair the devices, select  the track or album of your choice, and hit play. The improved data transfer capabilities of Bluetooth 2.1 +EDR ensure clear and reliable sound reproduction for all kinds music.

Experience the Sensation of 3D Surround Sound

The LS3100 comes equipped with SRS (Sound Retrieval System) technology, which allows you to enjoy a more natural sound from stereo sources. The technology exploits the science of psychoacoustics-or how the ear pinpoints the locations of sounds in space-allowing the listener to perceive stereo sound as surround sound. Which makes for a more realistic and exciting entertainment experience.

• SRS WOW HD

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This patented SRS technology is designed to expand the audio image vertically and horizontally to generate a wide soundstage. As well as improving dynamic performance, restoring lost bit information, and improving bass response, the technology is able to steer dialog to the center for greater clarity.

• SRS TruVolume

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SRS TruVolume is a proprietary processing mode that automatically compensates for dynamic volume changes. Sudden spikes in volume-such as in action scenes or during commercial breaks on TV-can spoil the entertainment experience. Alternately, dialog that's too low in the mix can leave viewers straining to hear. SRS TruVolume anticipates peaks and troughs and continually makes adjustments to maintain the desired listening level.

• Dolby® Digital

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Dolby Digital technology is the standard for many major entertainment formats, including DVD-Video and HDTV, delivering up to 5.1-channels of surround sound to millions of households worldwide. Dolby Digital is the only audio coding format mandated by the DVD Forum for use on DVD-Video discs.

 

• Bluetooth Wireless Streaming Technology

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Bluetooth is a wireless transmission standard that uses shortwave radio signals to connect mobile devices to computers and other compatible electronics. select ed Onkyo products and accessories feature onboard Bluetooth technology-or compatibility with Onkyo's UBT-1 Bluetooth USB Adapter-to enable wireless audio playback from mobile devices.