Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX285 5.1-Channel Theater System (Black)

by Sony

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17 x 16.3 x 3.3 inches ; 11.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 40 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B001UDGQ7W
• Item model number: DAV-HDX285
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,074 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
  • #73 in Electronics > Home Audio & Theater > Home Theater Systems

Product Description

Make your movies come alive with the DAV-HDX285 BRAVIA theater system. It combines a 5-disc DVD/CD changer, 1000 watts of home theater power, and an included iPod dock for enjoying your tunes in a big way. With the optional S-AIR receiver/speakers system, you can now easily send your music wirelessly to another room in your home. Using exclusive Sony S-AIR technology, multi-room audio distribution is a cinch to set up. The DAVHDX285 can even control a select number of BRAVIA televisions with BRAVIA Sync via the HDMI interface. In other words, you can control your components easily with just one remote while maintaining the proper settings in each. Also, HDMI interface up scales DVD media up to 1080p This BRAVIA System optimizes speaker placement in just 30 seconds with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration.

Customer Reviews

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46 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars impressie sound, June 22, 2009

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K. Pizarro - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX285 5.1-Channel Theater System (Black) (Electronics)

I bought this product but am not using it for any kind of video display so I can't speak to it for that. I'm using it as a sound system for my ipod and computer and it hasn't let me down. The sound really packs a punch and is really nice if you use the right equalizer to get the proper balance in sound. The only drawback is that it doesn't put out any sound when using these functions through the center speaker so really its just like having a 4.1 system unless you use it as a surround system for a tv. It goes pretty loud considering i haven't really gone above 22 volume even though it goes up to 34. The balance is really good, although I tend to like a little more bass in my music, which it offers plenty of. Great system that isn't too pricey. Would recommend to anyone who wants an easy way to get out of having to use a 2.1 system on a laptop.

24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Product Good Price, June 8, 2009

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Bill "Prudent Buyer" (Vacaville, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX285 5.1-Channel Theater System (Black) (Electronics)

I recently purchased the Sony Bravia HDX285 home theater. I was looking for quality sound and a reliable product. The sound quality is very good. My living room is smaller and the Bass is impressive. I have not played with all the features yet but the system was easy to set up and the features I have used DVD, Ipod and Surround sound for my satellite TV all work great. I research multiple home theaters before I chose this one and I am glad I pick this system. I would recommend this system to my friends.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read professional reviews, February 9, 2010

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M. Fargo "M. Fargo" (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sony BRAVIA DAV-HDX285 5.1-Channel Theater System (Black) (Electronics)

I'm not a professional, but I almost didn't purchase this unit due to conflicting reviews about what the unit is or isn't capable of doing. Having had similar experiences with other products advertised on Amazon, it was usually (always, actually) a negative review from a customer who hadn't read or didn't follow the manual. So with the attractive price, I went ahead and gave it a try. The manual clearly states that you can use additional devices, so I began the set up, and every device I had can be used through this system (TiVo, a second Blu-Ray DVD, my iPhone). I can watch TV in surround sound; the manual gives clear instructions on how to do this. The quality is good. This replaces an older Cambridge Soundworks 5.1 system, and the quality is comparible. The set-up was easy. I live in a small apartment in a large metropolitan area, and I've learned these systems give clarity without volume, and my neighbors never complain and remark they never know when I'm home. It's a 5 disc DVD player, so you'll need counter/shelf space to accomodate. The AM/FM receiver is a great plus. This is attached to a first generation Samsung HDTV 1080i, and I'm very pleased...with the price and performance. I used HDMI and optical cable hook-up, which are not included in the purchase.