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Philips 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12 vs Philips 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98

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  • 49specifications compared
  • 24differ
  • 25identical
  • 19known for one product only

Key differences

  • Optical disc player type
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:Blu-Ray player
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:DVD player
  • 3D
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:Yes
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:No
  • RMS rated power
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:1000 W
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:600 W
  • Center speaker impedance
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:3 Ω
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:4 Ω
  • Center speaker woofer diameter (imperial)
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:12.7 cm (5")
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:6.35 cm (2.5")
  • Satellite speaker impedance
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:5 Ω
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:4 Ω
  • Satellite speaker woofer diameter (imperial)
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:15.2 cm (6")
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:6.35 cm (2.5")
  • Subwoofer impedance
    • 5.1 Home theatre HTB7530D/12:3 Ω
    • 5.1 Home theater HTS3538/98:4 Ω

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Comparison of HTB7530D/12, HTS3538/98
68 specifications
Optical drive2 differ
Optical disc player typeDiffersBlu-Ray playerDVD player
Disc types supportedDiffersBD, BD-R, BD-RE, CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RWCD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW
Playback disc formatsSVCD, VCDSVCD, VCD
Video2 differ
3DDiffersYesNo
Video formats supportedDiffersASF, AVI, DIVX, FLV, MKV, MP4, MPEGAVI, DIVX, MPEG, MPG
Progressive scanYesYes
Video upscalingYesYes
Audio3 differ
Audio output channels5.1 channels5.1 channels
RMS rated powerDiffers1000 W600 W
Audio decodersDiffersDolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master AudioDolby Digital 5.1, Dolby Pro Logic II
Audio formats supportedDiffersAAC, FLAC, MP3, OGG, WAV, WMAMP3, WMA
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)30%30%
EqualizerYesYes
Sound enhancement technologyYesYes
MP3 bit rates32 - 320 Kbit/s32 - 320 Kbit/s
Radioidentical
FM radioYesYes
Preset stations quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source40
Radio Data System (RDS)Known for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Front speakersidentical
Front speaker frequency rangeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source150 - 20000 Hz
Front speaker impedanceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 Ω
Front speaker woofer diameter (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6.35 cm (2.5")
Front speaker peak powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source200 W
Center speaker2 differ
Center speaker frequency range150 - 20000 Hz150 - 20000 Hz
Center speaker impedanceDiffers3 Ω4 Ω
Center speaker woofer diameter (imperial)Differs12.7 cm (5")6.35 cm (2.5")
Center speaker peak powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 W
Satellite speakers2 differ
Satellite speaker frequency range150 - 20000 Hz150 - 20000 Hz
Satellite speaker impedanceDiffers5 Ω4 Ω
Satellite speaker woofer diameter (imperial)Differs15.2 cm (6")6.35 cm (2.5")
Satellite speaker peak powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source200 W
Subwoofer1 differ
Subwoofer typePassive subwooferPassive subwoofer
Wireless subwooferKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Subwoofer frequency range20 - 150 Hz20 - 150 Hz
Subwoofer impedanceDiffers3 Ω4 Ω
Subwoofer peak powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 W
Subwoofer driver diameter (imperial)Known for one16.5 cm (6.5")Unknown — not stated by the source
Network1 differ
Wi-FiDiffersYesNo
Ethernet LANKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfacesidentical
Number of HDMI outputs11
USB ports quantity11
USB version2.02.0
Composite video out11
AUX inYesYes
Digital audio optical in11
FM antennaYesYes
HDMI version1.41.4
HDMI inKnown for one2Unknown — not stated by the source
Digital audio coaxial inKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) portsKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Power4 differ
Power consumption (typical)Differs105 W75 W
AC input frequencyDiffers50 Hz50 - 60 Hz
AC input voltageDiffers220-240 V100-240 V
Power consumption (standby)Differs0.25 W0.9 W
Packaging data2 differ
Package weightDiffers14.7 kg12 kg
Package dimensions (WxDxH)Differs555 x 423 x 385 mm905 x 377 x 261 mm
Packaging content1 differ
Cables includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceAC, HDMI
ManualYesYes
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Remote control includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Warranty cardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Additional accessoriesDiffers2 x AAA Batteries, DCK3061 iPod/iPhone dock, FM antenna, Power cord, Quick start guide, Remote Control, Safety & Legal Leaflet, Trademarks Sheet, World Wide Warranty leaflet2 x AAA Batteries, FM antenna, HDMI cable, Power cord, Remote Control, Safety & Legal Leaflet, Trademarks Sheet, User Manual, World Wide Warranty leaflet
Other features2 differ
Apple docking compatibilityDiffersiPhone, iPodNot supported
Built-in HDDNoNo
TV tuner integratedNoNo
Picture enhancementDiffersRotate, Slideshow with music playback, ZoomHD (720p, 1080i, 1080p/ 24fps), Progressive scan, Video upscaling, Rotate, Slideshow with music playback, Zoom
Technical details2 differ
Product colourBlackBlack
KaraokeDiffersNoYes
EasyLinkDiffers21:9 format subtitle support, Audio Return Channel, Automatic audio input mapping, Dynamic Lipsync, One touch play, One touch standby, Remote Control-PassthroughAudio Return Channel, Automatic audio input mapping, One touch play, One touch standby, Remote Control-Passthrough, System standby

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