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Only at Best BuyEnjoy vibrant CD-quality audio with this Rocketfish~ RF-WHTIB wireless rear speaker kit, which features a wireless range up to 100' for clear transmission. Multiple placement options allow flexible use.
Posted by: YellowJacket
from Allen, TX
There are very few things that I have run across that are truly plug and play. This unit was for me. I used it on my new Sony surround sound system. I have a downstairs den with no pre-wires for rear speakers. The rear speakers are only 15 feet, at most, from the sound receiver, so the range was not an issue for me. I followed the easy directions and it just worked. The only adjustment I made was to set the volume on the receiver unit (at the rear speakers). Some have cited problems with radio interference with other devices. (Best I can tell this is a WiFi device). I have a WiFi network and a 5.8 GHz cordless phone in my home. There has been no interference between all these devices.
Also, some have said that it is a downside that the receiver unit must be plugged into a wall outlet. It is true that it must be plugged in, but its not clear how else it could be powered. Batteries would not last long since the receive unit is the amplifier for the rear surround speakers. Solar power wouldn't work indoors (okay, a poor attempt at humor). We just leave the unit on all the time and have had no problems. It must be reset if there is a power outage, which I have not experienced since buying this unit.
Also, some have said that it is a downside that the receiver unit must be plugged into a wall outlet. It is true that it must be plugged in, but its not clear how else it could be powered. Batteries would not last long since the receive unit is the amplifier for the rear surround speakers. Solar power wouldn't work indoors (okay, a poor attempt at humor). We just leave the unit on all the time and have had no problems. It must be reset if there is a power outage, which I have not experienced since buying this unit.
What's great about it: Easy to setup
What's not so great: A bit pricey
I would recommend this to a friend!
Sound Quality
5
Range
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HDMI connection
My Harmon/Kardon reciever is Dolby ditial capable but is old enough that it does not have HDMI inputs. My new TV and my HD satelite box does. If I want to run my sound through the reciever, will I not be able to use the HDMI to connect to the TV itself?
Check the available inputs on your H/K receiver. For years sound systems have had optical and/or coaxial inputs for surround sound. Even devices with HDMI in/out can have separate surround sound outputs that can connect directly to your H/K receiver. Also, check on your TV. My TV (Samsung DLP) has an optical sound output. I run HDMI from my cable box and DVD player to the TV, then use the optical out on my TV to my receiver. Works great.
17 years, 9 months ago
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YellowJacket
Allen, TX
home theater system
do you all have wireless (all speakers)home theater system
I bought the RocketFish wireless rear speaker system for my new Sony SS system. It worked great, and was extraordinarily easy to setup. Had it for three weeks now with zero problems. Can't tell any difference in sound quality to wired system.
17 years, 9 months ago
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YellowJacket
Allen, TX
lcd vs plasma?
LCD consumes less power and I would not be nearly as concerned with screen burn-in with LCD. Plasma can be less expensive and (right now) is available in larger screen sizes. My sense is that the LCD TV would have a longer life than Plasma and in 2 years only LCD TVs will be sold.
17 years, 9 months ago
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YellowJacket
Allen, TX