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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 
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Great Value if OK with Compressed 5.1 Surround
on March 3, 2021
Posted by: Helix
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I got this soundbar in order to complete my home theater setup and ditch my TV’s wimpy integrated speakers. Good sound makes a difference to the movie watching experience and I was happy with the performance I got from the Vizio V51-H6.
DESIGN
The soundbar and satellite speakers have a nice industrial design with their U-shaped textured black plastic and cloth cover over the speakers. The cloth does collect dust over time but can be cleaned with a vacuum. The soundbar is not that tall, but it did block the IR receiver of my Samsung TV so make sure to check that your TV stand is tall enough. The soundbar connects to the subwoofer wirelessly which allows an easy installation of the sub and the satellite speakers. The only wires are those connecting the wireless sub to the satellite speakers. The remote is intuitive and has a little screen that helps to navigate the setting menu. The only indicator on the soundbar is an array of vertical LEDs which help show the volume level as well as the type of audio connection.
CONNECTIVITY
The soundbar has an HDMI ARC port, headphone jack, and optical TOSLINK connector on top of the ability to connect via bluetooth. HDMI ARC and TOSLINK support only Dolby Digital 5.1 (compressed surround sound) or 2.1 PCM (uncompressed stereo). This means that the best sound that you can get from the Vizio V51-H is compressed 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital). In order to get uncompressed surround, you need a soundbar with an eARC connection or an HDMI-in port. You can only send a stereo audio signal using the headphone jack and bluetooth. When sending a stereo signal to the soundbar, you have the option to turn on a virtualized surround sound mode which will utilize the satellite speakers, the subwoofer, and the center channel of the soundbar. In my experience, the virtualized surround is actually pretty good. I conducted a couple of tests playing Dolby Digital 5.1 and then playing 2.1 PCM virtualized surround sound, and there wasn’t a perceptible difference.
I had no trouble getting Dolby Digital 5.1 from my TV using ARC when streaming from HBO Max or Netflix, but I did have trouble getting it from my 4k blu-ray drive. I couldn’t force my blu-ray drive to convert DTS-HD MA to Dolby Digital on the fly using HDMI ARC. I would recommend using the optical TOSLINK connector directly from the blu-ray drive to the soundbar if you want DD 5.1.
SOUND QUALITY
This soundbar is a definite improvement over any integrated TV speakers since it gets very loud without distortion and can fill a large room. Each channel can be separately adjusted to your liking. I personally boosted the center channel for clearer dialogue in movies. The sub is fairly small, but it’s adequate for my medium sized living room. This soundbar is not without its quirks. When watching a movie for example, the audio from the soundbar occasionally lags because it is resyncing with the wireless sub. It might happen once or twice in every movie, but this is to be expected from any wireless sound system. Overall, the sound quality is great even with its quirks.
TLDR: This soundbar is a great budget 5.1 surround sound system if you are ok with listening to compressed 5.1 surround sound (Dolby Digital). If you want uncompressed 5.1 PCM, then I would suggest looking into the Vizio M51a-H6.
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All Time Favorite
on December 21, 2020
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Inception is my personal all-time favorite movie and this 4k transfer does not disappoint. There are a lot of fake 4k movies out there and this is not one of them. The soundtrack, acting, plot, visual effects are all exceptional. This is a must have for any Blu-ray collection.
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Sony's intelligent noise-cancelling headphones with premium sound elevate your listening experience with the ability to personalize and control everything you hear. Get up to 30 hours of battery life with quick charging capabilities, enjoy an enhanced Smart Listening feature set, and carry conversations hands-free with speak-to-chat.
 
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Best Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
on December 21, 2020
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These headphone are truly comfortable and pair easily with my iPhone. The companion app allows you to change the sound profile to your liking and also allows you to disable the swipe controls on the side of the earcups. The noise cancelling is great compared to my old headphones and is best-in-class from what I've heard. The battery life is surprisingly long (considering the weight of the headphones) and will comfortably last for over a day. That is more than enough for trans-Atlantic trips to Europe. The only thing is that I wish that the earcups were removable so that I can replace them when the time comes. The hard case is nice since it has a slot for all needed cables. I can confidently put the headphones in my tight bag without worrying about the headphones breaking.
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G815 is a new class of mechanical gaming keyboard with tactile low-profile GL switches fully customizable per-key, LIGHTSYNC RGB technology. Set LIGHTSYNC to react to in-game action, audio and even your screen color. With a sleek, impossibly-thin yet durable and sturdy design, G815 brings gamers to a higher dimension of play. Programmable G-keys let you create and execute complex actions simply and intuitively. Volume wheel and media keys give you fast, easy control over video, audio, and streaming.
 
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Best Low Profile Keyboard
on December 21, 2020
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This keyboard is the best in its class. The main body of the keyboard is made of sturdy aluminum. The low profile switches are great since it means that I don't have to overextend my hands every time I type. You don't really need a palm rest with this keyboard. Plus the keys are decently stabilized and have a very consistent tactile bump. The volume wheel is a must have for me since it's very convenient. The lighting customizations are comprehensive and this keyboard luckily has on-board memory to store lighting profiles.
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Watch movies at home on this Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player. It plays video from nearly any type of disc or file format and displays images in crisp detail and vivid color, creating an immersive experience with life-like visuals. This Sony 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray player also connects to your Wi-Fi for convenient video streaming.
 
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Good Little Player
on December 21, 2020
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This blu-ray player is great for the price. I haven't had any trouble playing 4k blu-rays. The secondary HDMI port for audio is good, but I wish they had also added an audio optical out port on the back of the player for maximal compatibility. My soundbar only has an HDMI arc input and didn't work with the secondary HDMI audio port of the player. You would essentially need an audio receiver or a soundbar with HDMI passthrough in order to take advantage of the secondary HDMI audio port. I also wish the player could convert DTS-HD MA audio to Dolby Digital 5.1 on the fly. I currently only get DD 5.1 passthrough through my TV to my sound bar (ARC) if the main audio track of the blu-ray is an atmos track. If the main track is DTS-HD MA (as most blu-rays are) I only get PCM stereo passthrough through my TV which means I'm getting simulated surround sound from my soundbar. In general, relying on passthrough using ARC from your player to your TV to your sound setup for audio is a bad idea since it is either compressed 5.1 or stereo PCM. So if your surround sound system only has an HDMI ARC input or optical audio port, I would suggest getting another blu-ray player that has a built-in optical audio out port. If you have a higher-end sound system with HDMI-in and HDMI-out for content passthrough, you will be able to utilize the player's secondary HDMI audio port and have no problems getting uncompressed surround sound.
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Pixel 4a with 5G is the budget-friendly, super fast phone from Google. It has the helpful stuff you need in a phone, with an extra boost of 5G speed.*
 
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Great Midrange Device
on December 21, 2020
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The Pixel phone are good value for what they are. You're not getting the best OLED panels or the best processors, but the phone does the job. There is a slight color shift when viewing the panel at an angle, but it's not a bid deal. The performance is more than enough for social media, viewing maps, etc. The pictures that the camera takes are great due to Google's computational photography. I was much more comfortable getting a midrange device from Google than getting a midrange device from a lesser known Chinese company. I know that I will be getting updates from Google for years to come with my device. The plastic back is great since it means I don't need a case.
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Christopher Nolan steps back into the director's chair for this sequel to Batman Begins, which finds the titular superhero coming face to face with his greatest nemesis - the dreaded Joker. Christian Bale returns to the role of Batman, Maggie Gyllenhaal takes over the role of Rachel Dawes (played by Katie Holmes in Batman Begins), and Brokeback Mountain star Heath Ledger dons the ghoulishly gleeful Joker makeup previously worn by Jack Nicholson and Cesar Romero. Just as it begins to appear as if Batman, Lt. James Gordon (Gary Oldman), and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart) are making headway in their tireless battle against the criminal element, a maniacal, wisecracking fiend plunges the streets of Gotham City into complete chaos.
 
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Best Batman Film
on December 21, 2020
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This film is one of Christopher Nolan's best works after Inception. Great visual effects, plot, soundtrack. The 4k transfer is great and will hold up for years to come.
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Take your gaming prowess a notch higher with this LG 24-inch UltraGear gaming monitor. A 1ms response time and a refresh rate of 144Hz provide smooth motion, capturing even the smallest movements in fast-paced games, while Radeon FreeSync prevents tearing or stuttering for more fluid gaming. This LG 24-inch UltraGear gaming monitor uses Black Stabilizer to deliver full visibility in dark scenes.
 
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Best Starter Gaming Monitor
on December 21, 2020
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This has to be the best value, name-brand, 144Hz gaming monitor on the market. No problems running a steady 144Hz on CS:GO on this monitor. The screen is TN which is great for pixel response times, but not great for colors. From what I understand the panel is 6bit+frc. The nub controls are good and easy to use.
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This release brings together every entry into Peter Jackson's critically-acclaimed The Lord of the Rings trilogy, based on the novels by J.R.R. Tolkien. Hobbit Frodo Baggins and the Fellowship embark on a dangerous quest to destroy the One Ring, and with it, its maker, the Dark Lord Sauron, in order to save Middle Earth forever. Included here are The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001), The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (2002), and The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003).
 
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Lord of the Rings but 4K
on December 21, 2020
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I didn't see much of an improvement in the sharpness and fidelity, but the colors are much improved. It's good to know that I have the ultimate version of the films. The dolby atmos track is great.
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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 

is this compatible to connect to insignia 50" firetv?

Yes, it is compatible. You can connect it using HDMI ARC or Digital Optical Out.
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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 

What is the specification of the HDMI arc port? I need at least 2.0 for 4K pass through.

This soundbar doesn't have an HDMI in port, therefore it does not support any content passthrough. This soundbar only has an HDMI ARC port so you would need to route your audio through your TV.
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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 

How do I keep my neighbor from being able to access my sound bar??? The situation is that a random sound (seems to be a 15-30 seconds video, never the same) starts to play from the sound bar at random times while TV is off. I think is the neighbor! HELP!

If you go to "setup" and then to "reset all" on the remote, all paired bluetooth devices will be unpaired. This means that your neighbor wouldn't have access to your soundbar unless they somehow paired their device to your soundbar again. You could also try a factory reset by pressing and holding the Bluetooth and volume down buttons for 5 seconds (these buttons are on the soundbar).
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Gain a competitive edge while gaming with this Razer Basilisk X hyperspeed wireless mouse. The 16,000 dpi optical sensor ensures accuracy even with the slightest movements, while Hyperspeed wireless technology and Bluetooth connectivity provide seamless connections to a wide variety of devices. This Razer Basilisk X hyperspeed wireless mouse has six programmable buttons for customized use.
 

Can you keep the green light on? Or does it only turn on when it's full or out of battery?

The green LED indicator does not stay on at all times. It only flickers if it is indicating that the USB dongle is not plugged in. It does switch to an always-on blue LED if you turn on Bluetooth though.
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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 

How many watts is this?

They don't market how many watts it it, but it might help to know that the integrated power supply of the soundbar is 65 watts. The integrated power supply of the sub and satellite speakers is 72 watts. Therefore the total theoretical power is 137 watts. Its hard to say what they actual wattage of the speakers is without the schematics though.
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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 

220 volts available?

The soundbar and sub support 100-240V 50-60Hz power. So yes it does support 220V.
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Hear what you~ve been missing with the newly designed VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar. The V-Series 5.1 offers immersive home theater surround sound, a sophisticated new look and HDMI connectivity for the highest-quality audio. Three full-range speakers--including a dedicated center speaker for crystal-clear dialogue--are all perfectly balanced within the slim sound bar. Also included are a pair of low-profile surround speakers to envelop the listener, and a wireless 5~ subwoofer that brings booming bass. DTS Virtual:X sound enhancement adds room-filling, floor-to-ceiling virtualized 3D sound to movies and music. Optional surround modes provide the versatility to play stereo music through the sound bar and surround speakers simultaneously, transforming any content into powerful 5.1 audio; or place the surround speakers up front, next to the sound bar, for more expansive virtual surround in smaller spaces. Voice Assistant Input gives you the convenience of a voice assistant you~re already accustomed to (sold separately) and lets you operate it right through the sound bar for an upgraded audio experience. You can also wirelessly connect your compatible phone for high-quality Bluetooth music streaming. Now with an elegant new backlit LCD display remote control, the VIZIO V-Series 5.1 Home Theater Sound Bar can help turn your living room into a captivating home theater.
 

Can the sound bar be connected via Bluetooth to a ceiling mounted projector? Will the sub and surround sound work if the sound bar is connected via Bluetooth?

This soundbar does support a bluetooth connection, but keep in mind that Bluetooth does not support surround sound. Bluetooth only supports stereo sound so do not expect to pass 5.1 audio using bluetooth. The center channel, sub, and satellite speakers will still work in a "virtualized" surround sound mode using the Bluetooth stereo signal.
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