The number of audio channels the system has. The format is "X.Y.Z" where "X" is the number of non-height channels, "Y" indicates the number of subwoofers (if any), and "Z" indicates the number of height channels (if any).

The number of speakers that come with the system.

Has a built-in amplifier and typically has a bass level control (independent of controls on a receiver).

Yes' indicates that the model comes with a powered wireless subwoofer. "Optional' indicates that accessories (transmitter and wireless amplifiers) are available that allow signals to be wirelessly transmitted the amplifers that power a subwoofer. 'No' indicates that the models does not provide for wireless operation of a subwoofer.

"Yes" indicates that the system includes wireless surround speakers or a wireless surround amplifier with cord connected speakers that can receive surround channel audio from the soundbar or soundbase. "Optional" indicates that the system does not includes wireless surround speakers or a wireless surround amplifier with cord connected speakers, but these accessories are available.

The technology used by the model to receive streamed audio over a WiFi/Ethernet network.

The technology used by the model to receive streamed video over a WiFi/Ethernet network.

Can be used as one of many speakers in a multi-room speaker set up that allows audio to be streamed wirelessly via a WiFi network to different rooms. All of the models that will be used in a home network based multi-room speaker set up must use the same network streaming technology.

A listing of some of the Internet content providers that can be accessed.

Displays day-to-day use control features of the soundbar/base on the connected TV screen.

Can play audio from a plugged in USB memory device.

Can decode and play back Dolby Atmos digital audio signals which are capable of providing surround sound and sounds that are located above the listener.

Can decode and play back DTS:X digital audio signals which are capable of providing surround sound and sounds that are located above the listener.

"Yes" indicates the surround system can take 2-channel (stereo) audio programs and simulate 4 or more channel surround sound (not applicable to non-surround systems). "Optional" indicates the surround system can take 2-channel (stereo) audio programs and simulate 4 or more channel surround sound with optional accessories, or that a non-surround system will have this feature once it has been expanded to a surround sound system with optional accessories.

"Yes" indicates the non-surround system (or the surround system with the rear surround channels turned off) can create a larger reverberant sound field than is present in the original audio material to make the audio image sound wider, higher, and possibly deeper. Since there are no rear surround speakers (or the rear surround speakers are not active) the sound will be heard in front of and possibly somewhat to the sides, but not behind the listening position.

A feature that may make dialog more intelligible, often at the expense of overall sound quality.

Can reduce the difference in volume between the loudest and quietest portions of an audio program; useful for late-night listening and reducing disturbance to others.

Has sound adjustments that can be used to improve the systems tonal accuracy and/or suit personal preference. Multi-band EQ (equalizer) splits the tonal range of the system into multiple bands that can be adjusted individually. Bass and treble controls are used to adjust low and high tones respectively. Pre-set tone settings provide a number of predetermined tone adjustments.

Indicates when built-in digital assistant microphone is deactivated.

Yes indicates an optional digital assistant device or app downloaded to a mobile device can be used to control some features of the soundbar/base.

"Yes" indicates that the system can be programmed to respond to a TV remote's volume up, volume down, and mute commands.

"Yes" indicates that the system can be set to respond to the volume up, volume down, and mute commands of TV remote controls from a TV that features HDMI CEC (HDMI Consumer Electronic Control). The soundbar/base must be connected to the TV with an HDMI cable via the system's and TV's HDMI ARC or HDMI eARC port.

"Yes" indicates comes with a remote that controls not only the soundbar or soundbase, but that can also be set to control other components such as TVs of various brands.

Lists the name of downloadable remote control apps if any.

Lists the compatible mobile device operating system(s) of any setup and/or remote control app(s).

The type of HDMI output, if any, that the soundbar/soundbase has.

Highest resolution video signal the system will pass through from its HDMI input to its HDMI output connections.

Will pass an HDR (High Dynamic Range) video signal through its HDMI connections to an HDR compatible TV from an HDR video source.

Will pass a Dolby Vision high dynamic range video signal through its HDMI connections to a Dolby Vision compatible TV from a Dolby Vision video source.

System has a feature to automatically adjust speaker sound levels and possibly make other adjustments to balance the sound of the system for your room size and system arrangement.

System has a built-in test tone function for manual adjustment of speaker sound levels.

Firmware or software can be update to incorporate new features that become available for the system.

Can be mounted on wall with included or optional accessories.

Can be mounted on wall with included or optional accessories.

The accessories that come with the soundbar or soundbase.

Number of months of warranty coverage for parts and labor as indicated by the manufacturer. The "Other features" section below notes additional warranty information if applicable.

Other features not mentioned above and/or further details on some mentioned features.

The height, width, and depth of the soundbar or soundbase, in inches.

The height, width, and depth of the subwoofer (bass module) in inches.

The height, width, and depth of the left and right side surround speakers, in inches.

The height, width, and depth of the left and right rear surround speakers, in inches.

The number of input connections (does not include HDMI-ARC or HDMI-eARC connections).

Yes indicates it has this type of connection, which may also be called Toslink.

Yes indicates it has this type of connection.

Yes indicates it has this type of connection.

Has an output connection for a cable connected subwoofer with a built-in amplifier.

Yes indicates that the system can wirelessly receive audio signals from Bluetooth enabled source devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers.

Yes indicates indicates it can wirelessly send audio signals to Bluetooth playback devices such as Bluetooth headphones or a Bluetooth speaker.

Yes indicates that the system can wirelessly receive audio signals from many Bluetooth enabled TVs regardless of brand.

Yes indicates that the system can wirelessly receive audio signals only from some Bluetooth enabled TVs of the same brand.

Yes indicates the system has a USB port can be used for the USB audio host mode function and/or firmware updating or other system service. See the " Audio USB Host mode" above, and "Other connections" below, for details.

"Yes" indicates that the models comes with built-in WiFi or a WiFi adapter for wireless connection to a network. 'Optional' indicates that accessory WiFi adapters are available that allow the system to wirelessly connect to a network.

Yes indicates that a model has an Ethernet jack for a wired network (Local Area Network or "LAN") connection. 'Optional' indicates that accessory Ethernet adapters are available that allow the system to connect to a wired network.

Yes indicates that the system can wirelessly receive audio signals from some WiFi enabled TVs of the same brand.

Other connections not mentioned above.