NEW YORK, June 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Offering a stylish solution for the
modern high-definition home theater, Sony today introduced the HT-IS100
BRAVIA(R) Theatre Micro System.
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Designed with five incredibly small speakers roughly the size of a golf
ball, the new audio/video system delivers a rich surround sound experience
that can be easily integrated into a home theater.
The system includes three 1080p HDMI(TM) inputs with repeater
functionality and support for eight channels of uncompressed audio. It is
an ideal complement for Blu-ray Disc(TM) players, PlayStation(R)3 consoles
and other high-definition sources.
With the ability to add optional wireless rear surround speakers and
multi-room wireless speakers that configure automatically, the HT-IS100
system can be set up with fewer wires and without complicated wireless IP
settings.
"Consumers want a cinema-like surround sound experience in their homes,
but are hesitant to add large equipment that overpowers the decor," said
Tyler Ishida, director of marketing for Sony Electronics' Digital Imaging
and Audio Division. "The HT-IS100 packs all the power of a conventional
home theater system in five discrete speakers that practically disappear in
your living room."
The 5.1 channel system, with 450 watts (RMS) of power, includes a
subwoofer with integrated 32-bit S-Master(R) digital amplifier for superb
audio performance.
Featuring Sony's S-AIR(TM) technology, you can add wireless multi-room
listening throughout the home using Sony S-AIR Air Station speakers, which
are sold separately. Television audio and music can be transmitted from the
main system to multiple rooms throughout the home by connecting the Air
Station into a power outlet. An optional speaker kit (WAHT-SA10 sold
separately) delivers audio wirelessly to rear speakers, eliminating the
need to run speaker wire from the front to the back of the room.
The system features Sony's Digital Media Port, which adds control,
networking and connectivity options for music playback through various
accessories, including a Cradle for iPod (TDM-iP10), a Network Walkman(TM)
cradle, a PC client device and a Bluetooth(R) adapter (each is sold
separately).
Sony's Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (DCAC) simplifies surround sound
setup with the push of a button by automatically adjusting speaker
frequency, distance and level.
The system also features BRAVIA(R) Sync(TM) for Theater, which
integrates its operation with select BRAVIA televisions and home theater
products for one-touch play. With the touch of a button, you can
automatically turn on and switch inputs, synchronizing connected devices to
make operation easier.
Equipped with a Dialogue Audio Enhancer with night mode, the system can
adjust audio levels for dialogue when the receiver volume is turned low.
Additionally, the updated Portable Audio Enhancer feature improves the
clarity and depth of digital audio devices connected to the system by
adding information to the audio signal that had been removed during
compression.
The HT-IS100 system will be available in July for about $700 at Sony
Style stores, online through http://www.sonystyle.com, at military base
exchanges and at authorized dealers nationwide. Digital Media Port
accessories and thin antenna speaker stands are also available at Sony
Style stores and online at http://www.sonystyle.com.
Contact
Danielle Wagster
Sony Electronics, Inc.
858-942-4159
danielle.wagster@am.sony.com
Tania Scheer
Paine PR
949-809-6782
tscheer@painepr.com
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