Philips HTS8140 User Manual

The Soundbar in a new dimension
with Ambisound
Indulge in a 5.1 surround sound experience from an integrated one-piece system, in any
sort of room. Also delivering superb sound and picture quality, this Ambisound-powered
SoundBar fits elegantly under any flat TV.
Hear
• Ambisound for 5.1 surround sound from fewer speakers
• Excellent sound quality with soft dome tweeters and DoubleBASS
• FullSound™ bringing CD listening experience to MP3
Live
• SoundBar with integrated speakers, amplifiers and DVD player
• Matches any flat TV with optimal fit for 42" TV or larger
• Touch screen controls for easy playback and volume control
See
• HDMI 1080p upscales to high definition for sharper pictures
• Faroudja DCDi for incredibly sharp high-quality video
Connect
• Dock your iPod for media playback with on-screen control
• Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Link plays media from USB flash drives
• EasyLink for easy control of connected devices via HDMI CEC
Philips
SoundBar DVD Home
Theatre
HTS8140
Ambi sound

Philips HTS8140 Specifications

Loudspeakers

speaker drivers	2 x 1" Soft Dome tweeters, 6 x 2.5" Full Range woofers
speaker impedance	6 ohm
subwoofer driver	1 x 6.5" Long Throw woofer
subwoofer impedance	4 ohm
subwoofer frequency range	35-200 Hz

Connectivity

front/side connections	Dock connector, USB, MP3 Line-in
rear connections	HDMI output, Component Video output, SCART1 (CVBS, RGB out), TV in (audio, cinch), Easy-Fit speaker connectors, Interconnect (to Power Box), AUX in
subwoofer connections	FM Antenna, Coaxial Digital input, AUX In (cinch, 2 pairs), Interconnect (to Main Unit), Optical digital input

Power

power supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz
standby power consumption	<0.3 W

Dimensions and Weight

set dimensions	1047 x 174 x 154 mm
set weight	8.9 kg
subwoofer dimensions	322 x 425 x 322 mm
subwoofer weight	12.7 kg
packaging dimensions	1120 x 388 x 598 mm
weight including packaging	30 kg

Summary

Product Specifications

Picture and Display

Details on picture enhancement, video upscaling, and display technologies like Faroudja DCDi.

Sound System and Enhancement

Information on Ambisound, Dolby Digital, DTS, and sound enhancement features like DoubleBass.

Loudspeaker Configuration

Specifications for integrated speakers, tweeters, woofers, and subwoofer details.

Video and Audio Playback Formats

Supported video compression formats and audio playback media, including MP3 bit rates.

Still Picture Playback Features

Details on picture compression formats like JPEG and slideshow playback with music.

Tuner and Connectivity Options

Information on tuner bands, RDS, and various front/rear connectivity ports including HDMI and USB.

Physical Dimensions and Weight

Measurements for the main unit, subwoofer, and packaging, along with their respective weights.

Electrical Requirements

Details on power supply voltage, frequency, and standby power consumption.

Included Accessories

List of items included in the package, such as remote control, cables, and user manuals.

Product Highlights

Ambisound Technology

Explains Ambisound for immersive 5.1 surround sound using fewer speakers and precise driver positioning.

Integrated SoundBar System

Describes the SoundBar as an all-in-one home theatre solution with integrated speakers, amplifiers, and DVD player.

iPod Docking Station

Details on playing media from an iPod, with on-screen control and browsing capabilities via the home theatre remote.

Faroudja DCDi for Video Quality

Highlights Faroudja DCDi for sharp, high-quality video by alleviating jagged edges in progressive scan TVs.

Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Link

Enables playing media from USB flash drives with high data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps.

EasyLink HDMI CEC Control

Allows controlling multiple HDMI CEC-enabled devices with one remote using the HDMI cable.