Philips HTS6500 DVD Home Theater System

Philips Updated: 2008-09-25 RSS
Philips HTS6500 DVD Home Theater System

Combining style and performance, this elegant and hassle-free system indulges you with endless hours of viewing and listening pleasure. So sit back and immerse yourself in movies and music in the comfort of your home.

SonoWave for full, no-fuss multichannel surround sound
The SonoWave surround sound system, powered by a full multi-channel amplifier, uses an advanced digital sound processing technology that provides multi-channel surround sound from fewer speakers. By positioning independent drivers at precise angles, a powerful multi-channel surround sound is produced and experienced in any room shape and size.

HDMI digital output for easy connection with only one cable
HDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. It is a direct digital connection that can carry digital HD video as well as digital multichannel audio. By eliminating the conversion to analog signals it delivers perfect picture and sound quality, completely free from noise. HDMI is fully backward-compatible with (Digital Video Interface) DVI.

Video Upscaling for improved resolution of up to 1080i
With Video Upscaling you can increase the resolution of SD (Standard Definition) video signals that DVD uses to HD (High Definition) so you’ll be able to see more details thanks to a sharper, more true-to-life picture.The resulting HD video output signal can be fed to an HD display through HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface).

High definition JPEG playback for images in true resolution
High definition JPEG playback lets you view your pictures on your television in resolutions as high as two megapixels. Now you can view your digital pictures in absolute clarity, without loss of quality or detail - and share them with friends and family in the comfort of your living room.

Superwoofer with 8" driver delivers a powerful performance
Superwoofer with 8" driver meets the demands of the most discerning listener through providing more power and volume, thereby maximizing the bass experience.

USB Direct plays photos and music from USB flash drives
Simply plug your device into the USB port on your Philips DVD system. Your digital music and photos will be played directly from the device. Now you can share your favorite moments with family and friends.

MP3 Direct for music playback from Portable Media Players
MP3 Direct uses plug n' play technology that allows direct playback of MP3 content via your Home Theatre System by simply plugging in your portable MP3 player to the built-in headphonejack. Now you can enjoy the superb sound quality of your Philips Home Theatre System while playing your favorite music from your portable MP3 player.

Movies: DVD, DVD+R/RW, DVD-R/RW, (S)VCD, DivX
Multi-format playability allows you to play most disc formats for maximum disc compatibility and viewing pleasure.

Music: CD, MP3-CD, CD-R/RW & Windows Media™ Audio
Multi-format playability allows you to play most disc formats for maximum disc compatibility and listening pleasure.

DivX Ultra Certified for enhanced playback of DivX videos
DivX Ultra combines DivX playback with great features like integrated subtitles, multiple audio languages, multiple tracks and menus into one convenient file format.

Specifications

Picture/Display
D/A converter: 12bit, 108MHz
Picture enhancement: High Def (720p, 1080i) , Video upscaling , Progressive Scan

Sound
D/A converter: 24bit, 192kHz
Frequency response: 30 - 20 000 Hz
Signal to noise ratio: > 65dB
Output power (RMS): 4x75W + 2x100W
Total Sound Power (RMS): 500 W
Sound System: Dolby Digital , Dolby Prologic II , DTS , Stereo
Sound Enhancement: Dynamic Bass Enhancement

Loudspeakers
Satellite Speaker: Magnetically shielded front
Satellite speaker drivers: 3 x 3" full range woofer
Satellite speaker freq range: 120-20000 Hz
Satellite speaker impedance: 8 ohm
Subwoofer driver: 8" high efficiency woofer
Subwoofer freq range: 30-120 Hz
Subwoofer impedance: 4 ohm

Video Playback
Compression formats: DivX 3.11 , DivX 4.x , DivX 5.x , DivX 6.0 , DivX Ultra , MPEG1 , MPEG2 , MPEG4
Playback Media: DVD-Video , DVD+R/+RW , DVD-R/-RW , Video CD/SVCD , CD-R/CD-RW
Video disc playback system: NTSC , PAL

Audio Playback
Compression format: MP3 , Windows Media™ Audio , Dolby Digital , DTS , PCM
Playback Media: CD , CD-R/RW
MP3 bit rates: 32-256 kbps and VBR

Still Picture Playback
Picture compression format: JPEG
Playback Media: DVD+R/+RW , CD-R/RW
Picture enhancement: High Definition Resolution , Slideshow with MP3 playback , Rotate , Zoom , Flip photos
Tuner/Reception/Transmission
Number of Preset Channels: 40
Tuner Bands: FM , AM

Connectivity
Front / Side connections: MP3 Direct input , USB
Rear Connections: HDMI output , ComponentVideo out Progressive , S-Video out , Composite video (CVBS) output , FM Antenna in , AM/MW Antenna , Easy-Fit speaker connectors , Digital coaxial in , AUX in , TV in (audio, cinch)