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| Image Quality | 7/10  |
|---|---|
| Sound Quality | 5/10 |
| Features | 5/10 |
| Ease of Use | 8/10 |
| Value for Money | 1/10 |
| Overall rating | 5/10 |
Full review by
dick dastardly
on 12th May 2006
User Rating : 5
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Good Points: It has got some good reviews
Bad Points: Poor sound. The unit can revert to safe mode when playing some movies, even though the sound is at approximately one third of the maximum level. The rear speakers are very weak. It has little compatibility with other Sony units. There is no scart connection/terminal. The remote is supposed to be compatible with other Sony products, but it is useless beyond the volume and channel up/down buttons.
General comments: Sony was known for it's reliability, and I was prepared to pay a little extra for the piece of mind of purchasing a product with a long term lifespan.
I went out and bought a Sony TV, surround sound system and a VCR. Within 12 months my VCR processor failed (repaired under warranty). 12 months later my DVD controller board failed on the Sony DAV-S500 system, which costs a minimum of £120 to fix, plus labour costs and VAT.
I expected more from Sony products as they were regarded as the most reliable brand. However, I now find myself questioning why Sony products remain more expensive than equivalent spec products when their reliability is so poor.
Don't just take my word for it. Take a visit to eBay and see for yourself how many faulty Sony units are offered for sale.
My experience is not uncommon.
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