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| Audio output channels | 3.1 |
|---|---|
| Connectivity technology | Wired & Wireless |
| Audio format |
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| Supported audio files |
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| Colour of product | Black |
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| Width | 39.37 in |
| Height | 2.52 in |
| Depth | 3.9 in |
| Weight | 6.83 lb |
| Colour of product | Black |
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| Optical drive | no |
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| Analogue 3.5mm input | 1 |
|---|---|
| Digital optical input (S/PDIF) | 1 |
| HDMI | yes |
| HDMI version | 2.0b |
| HDMI ports quantity | 3 |
| Number of HDMI inputs | 2 |
| Number of HDMI outputs | 1 |
| Subwoofer connectivity | Wireless |
| USB | yes |
| Wireless network (Wi-Fi) | yes |
| Ethernet connection | yes |
| Bluetooth | yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
| Audio Return Channel (ARC) | yes |
| Automatic calibration (w/ measurement mic.) | no |
|---|---|
| Suitable for subwoofer | yes |
| Wireless | yes |
| Number of speaker drivers | 3 |
| RMS rated power | 400.0 W |
| Soundbase | no |
| Subwoofer included | yes |
|---|---|
| Type of enclosure (sub) | Bass reflex |
| Subwoofer location | Separate |
| Subwoofer width | 7.48 in |
| Subwoofer depth | 15.2 in |
| Subwoofer height | 15.04 in |
| Subwoofer weight | 17.86 lb |
| Streaming standards |
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| Radio receiver | no |
| FM radio | no |
| DLNA certified | yes |
| 3D support (3D-Ready) | no |
| Wireless speakers included | yes |
| Handheld remote control | yes |
| Separate DVD / Blu-ray player | no |
| Docking connector type | Not supported |
| Apple docking compatibility | no |
| Game mode | yes |
| Night mode | yes |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 W |
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The Sony HT-Z9F is a 3.1 channel Dolby Atmos soundbar that claims to provide 7.1.2 channel effect using Sony's Virtual Surround sound technology. The speaker justifies the price but when it comes to the true Dolby Atmos surround effect the 7.1.2 channel output from a 3.1 or 5.1 channel setup seems to be a gimmick. For most part, it does manage to talk the talk and walk the walk. Something that can’t be said for most other similar products in the market.
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