DEAD - HTIB -Panasonic, 5 disc DVD, VCR,5.1 speakers: Update: Now$199 @Dealsoutlet.ca

[shneebs]

EDIT: Deal is Dead - sold out.

Drag and drop this link to your address bar:

http://www.hbc.com/hbconline/catalog/product2.asp?langid=EN&imgthumb=True&productid=49972961&catid=d_681005&pcatid=d_1;d_681;d_681005&scatid=&Abstract=True&MSCSProfile=61E4CECF7275066FD87B9817DA5865CB816485 44DBA7427EC11A8F6B9AECA4C823CE3FCF5E36C1AE0AF96F7B 853F609C4290B6A1770E37D7E2FCFC8F9831A40FA7EEAA7F3B 2803B9A97F331EC2FFEAD726613A3AFD18DD780AA6B660E5F9 BE94DDEAF76658DF3AF159754E02DCA6E14EEAC655F8C75573 BA1510718C4EC99BD064D4061B8E006862

.... or alternatively, go to www.dealsoutlet.ca and do a search for "Panasonic". :)

http://www.hbc.com/hbconline/productimages/49972961l.jpg
Panasonic 5-DVD/VCR Home Theatre

A compact, yet powerful multimedia system, loaded with the latest technology
Regular Price: $399.00
Sale: $249.00*
You Save: $150.00

Sale Ends: Feb 13/2006

A compact, yet powerful multimedia system, loaded with the latest technology

* 5-DVD changer with built-in VCR
* 5-speaker system with 500 watts of power
* VCR boasts 5x long recording/playback
* 6x high-speed tape rewind
* Includes remote control with 2 AA batteries
* 1-year warranty

[laptop-tech]

prolly an older model, but a VERY decent deal...

[EvolutionIV]

do you guys think this one has DTS or any surround sound capabilities?

*edit: ordered.

[shneebs]

Assuming the image on the website is the proper one, it looks like the following is the manual for this unit:

http://panasonic.ca/PDP/OperatingInstructions/scht820-eng.pdf

Model Number is SC-HT820V. Reviews of this unit can be found here:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/customer-reviews/B0001ZRN8G/ref=cm_cr_dp_2_1/002-6290432-5344867?%5Fencoding=UTF8&customer-reviews.sort%5Fby=-SubmissionDate&n=172282 (I noticed one of the reviewers stated that this was a past Consumer Reports "Best Buy"...)
http://reviews.cnet.com/Panasonic_SC_HT820V/4852-6505_7-30895755.html?tag=sub
http://products.consumerguide.com/reviews/product.epub?productId=27382#FullReview

This thing does DTS, as well as Dolby Pro Logic II. It also recognizes HDCD and DVD-A as well as the usual formats... The biggest downside I see is no digital audio inputs (optical or co-ax). It does have component video in, as well as stereo L-R inputs though... Again, this is all assuming that the unit pictured on their website is accurate.

Of course, in my experience, I haven't had any problems returning anything I wasn't happy with to my nearest Zellers where I usually pick my items up.

Shneebs.

[CoffeeAddict]

Just speaking about panasonic items 'cause i got a HTIB from them
The speakers actually sound half decent and the woofer kicks out a good amount of bass for the model i have BUT the crappy thing about their product is that all the speaker inputs and even the power input are all located on the sub. Make it awkward to wire in my situation.

For the money though it's pretty slick. Better than the same sorta products you'd get from sony or the other big brands in the same price range methinks.

[EvolutionIV]

Thanks for the prompt replies.

I will post review when I get it.

[Marc]

Thanks, and posted!

[mahjongmaniac]

looks like a pretty good deal to me.



Assuming the image on the website is the proper one, it looks like the following is the manual for this unit:

http://panasonic.ca/PDP/OperatingInstructions/scht820-eng.pdf

Model Number is SC-HT820V. Reviews of this unit can be found here:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/customer-reviews/B0001ZRN8G/ref=cm_cr_dp_2_1/002-6290432-5344867?%5Fencoding=UTF8&customer-reviews.sort%5Fby=-SubmissionDate&n=172282 (I noticed one of the reviewers stated that this was a past Consumer Reports "Best Buy"...)
http://reviews.cnet.com/Panasonic_SC_HT820V/4852-6505_7-30895755.html?tag=sub
http://products.consumerguide.com/reviews/product.epub?productId=27382#FullReview

This thing does DTS, as well as Dolby Pro Logic II. It also recognizes HDCD and DVD-A as well as the usual formats... The biggest downside I see is no digital audio inputs (optical or co-ax). It does have component video in, as well as stereo L-R inputs though... Again, this is all assuming that the unit pictured on their website is accurate.

Of course, in my experience, I haven't had any problems returning anything I wasn't happy with to my nearest Zellers where I usually pick my items up.

Shneebs.

thx4da review linkys...

[bectang]

can you use gift cards on these purchases?

[sandman804]

I was just about to get one when I noticed two things, that I consider negative about it. (for myself at least)

According to the manual, it can NOT:

1. it can not play DVD+R discs. (not important to me since I dont use +)
2. It can not play PAL discs.

good deal for some though, but since it wont play pal, i cant take it.

[the watcher]

iwas looking into getting a panasonic home theater for my parents but i didn't want their recent 600W system because the base sucks. i was waiting for the 800W one to drop in price.
this one actaully has a VCR which is a big plus so i'm wondering about base and sound quality compared to the HTBI 600 watt model.
thx

[shneebs]

Update: Price now down to $199 - 36 in stock at time of writing...

Shneebs.

[Stephen C.]

Wow. I don't even need one and I'm thinking of buying it. How can you go wrong for the price???

[Jon Lai]

Looks pretty good for the normal and casual listener

[bellboy26]

is this gone now? I cant find it.

[shneebs]

is this gone now? I cant find it.Read my 1st post... drag and drop the link to your address bar... works for me.

Shneebs.

[bellboy26]

Thanks that does work. Won't add to my cart though.

[YauYin]

good price, too bad no 5.1 analog inputs cuz this system would make an excellent set of compjuter speakers too! :(

[shneebs]

Thanks that does work. Won't add to my cart though.Hmmmm.... right you are... deal might be dead, or their website could be screwed up. I'd try calling in the deal if you're interested.

Telephone Toll Free in Canada:
1-866-746-7422


Shneebs.

[bellboy26]

Deal back, live.

13 left

Clearance items fall under regular return policies?

[laptop-tech]

Shipping via Canadapost is only 5.49...

great deal IMHO

However, keep in mind that it uses some proprietary connector for the subwoofer and speakers....so I guess that if the subwoofer dies after warranty is gone, you're left with a dvd player/vcr combo only.


EDIT : SOLD OUT NOW...lol....that was fast....

[dc4]

I had it in my cart and was filling in the info when I got to the last confirmation page and I pressed submit, it took me back to the main page and was sold out. :mad:

[jay_bionic]

Do you guys think this was a very hot deal or would you just call it "mediocore"?

[tyk]

guess it's all sold out now =(

[crazyfound]

What do you guys think of this HTIB?

I broke my TV and need a new one before I can use this says Panasonic so it's been collecting dust...

[laptop-tech]

What do you guys think of this HTIB?

I broke my TV and need a new one before I can use this says Panasonic so it's been collecting dust...

Dont forget to buy also new eye glasses.

[felix]

can you use gift cards on these purchases?
Nope, not possible last time I tried. Seems like Dealsoutlet works differently than other retailers with online ordering (eg. FutureShop, BestBuy, etc)

[crazyfound]

How did you guys secure the speakers to a flat surface? My speaker stands are not secure with the bumps on the bottom of the speakers...

[laptop-tech]

bump for this HOT deal.

too bad its been dead for weeks now and still people bump it up.

[crazyfound]

Yeah it's pretty hard to help a member of the forum and be a nice person isn't it? All you can do is get off your ass and complain about some insanity.

[crazyfound]

Has anyone upgraded the speaker wire that comes with this HTIB to get better sound, and if so, did it work, and what did you use?

Thanks

[crazyfound]

I have a question about this...

Is it me or does this thing not play CD's and DVD's back to back? The stupid thing stops... What's up with that?

Also how do I change CD's without touching the main unit? Manual?