Want the quality of traditional surround sound without all the clutter? This sound bar system emulates surround sound audio, yet comes in a compact, easy-to-manage package. This compact, 2.1-channel HT-CT550W sound bar home theater system features simulated surround sound and a wireless subwoofer to rock the house with impressive, room-filling audio--without the need for rear speakers. Made to match your 40" or larger BRAVIA HDTV, this sound bar can be mounted directly to select BRAVIA TVs, hung on the wall or placed on a shelf, while the wireless subwoofer allows for flexible placement. Three HDMI inputs with 3D and standby pass-through allow you to connect and access multiple devices--even when the system is powered down. In addition to the latest audio decoding technologies, this sound bar features the BRAVIA Widget on-screen interface for easy control with compatible TVs.

2.1-Channel Sound Bar System with HDMI 3D Pass-Through

The fast and easy way to add great sound to any HDTV, this sound bar matches the design of Sony televisions and is the perfect complement for 40" and larger televisions. With HDMI 3D pass-through capability, enjoy 3D Blu-ray Disc movies, video games, and other 3D content with compatible players and HDTVs. HDMI standby pass-though lets you conveniently access all your HDMI sources without having to power on the sound bar.

Connect three HD sources via HDMI and easily switch between them. HDMI connections combine the quality of pure digital-to-digital signal transfer with the simplicity of a single connection for audio, video and control.

3D Surround Sound with HD Audio Decoding

Using Sony's S-Force Surround technology, the HT-CT550W can deliver simulated surround sound from just the bar and the subwoofer. You get a powerful surround sound effect without the need to connect multiple speakers throughout the room. And the latest HD audio decoding lets you experience theater-like sound in your home with Dolby TrueHD and dts Master Audio HD enhanced audio.

Wireless Subwoofer

Place the subwoofer just about anywhere in the room. Sony's clever input/output box enables the sound bar to offer both a wireless subwoofer and HDMI connections to other equipment.

BRAVIA Sync Capable

Conveniently operate and control select Sony BRAVIA Sync devices with one remote including: Sony Blu-ray Disc Players, BRAVIA HDTVs, Sony home theater products.

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Technical Specifications

• Output Power: 400W
• Impedance: 3 Ohms
• HDMI: 3D capable with pass-through
• Tuner: FM
• Presets: 20 FM
• Inputs: HDMI x 3; Coaxial x 1; Optical x 2
• Outputs: HDMI x 1
• Power Consumption: 110W
• Power Standby: 0.3W
• Receiver Dimensions: 16.9 x 2.5 x 12 in
• Receiver Weight: 6.6 lbs
• Center Speaker Dimensions: 12.4 x 2.1 x 2.3 in
• Center Speaker Weight: 0.6 lbs
• Front Speaker Dimensions: 3.3 x 8.6 x 3.7 in
• Front Speaker Weight: 1 lbs
• Surround Speaker Dimensions: 3.3 x 8.6 x 3.7 in
• Surround Speaker Weight: 1.1 lbs
• Subwoofer Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.4 x 10.6 in
• Subwoofer Weight: 6.6 lbs