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JVC TH-BC3

Approximate retail price:

$238.78

Summary: A 2.1-channel soundbar.

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Type: Soundbars

About - JVC TH-BC3
The JVC TH-BC3 is part of the home theater system test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, home theater system models like the TH-BC3 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Sound quality: Sound quality represents tonal accuracy and ability to reproduce fine sonic detail of the front speakers, subwoofer, center-channel speaker, and surround speakers. Sound quality judgments are made with the system optimized using its own auto speaker set-up function (if so equipped), and with its own tone controls and/or pre-set tone settings (if any) adjusted for most balanced sound. Ease of use: Ease of use indicates how easy it is to set up the system and use controls on front panel and remote. Versatility: Versatility score is based on the presence or absence of useful features. The inputs and outputs shown are on the receiver. (Does not include outputs on the video player, if that is separate.)

About - JVC TH-BC3

The JVC TH-BC3 is part of the home theater system test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, home theater system models like the TH-BC3 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Sound quality:: Sound quality represents tonal accuracy and ability to reproduce fine sonic detail of the front speakers, subwoofer, center-channel speaker, and surround speakers. Sound quality judgments are made with the system optimized using its own auto speaker set-up function (if so equipped), and with its own tone controls and/or pre-set tone settings (if any) adjusted for most balanced sound.
Ease of use:: Ease of use indicates how easy it is to set up the system and use controls on front panel and remote.
Versatility:: Versatility score is based on the presence or absence of useful features. The inputs and outputs shown are on the receiver. (Does not include outputs on the video player, if that is separate.)

About This Brand
Perhaps better known for its video products, JVC also offers sound-bar speaker systems in the lower-to-middle price range.

About This Brand

Perhaps better known for its video products, JVC also offers sound-bar speaker systems in the lower-to-middle price range.

Features & Specs - JVC TH-BC3
Video player disc capacity The number of discs that the video player can handle. Video player disc capacity	NA
Active subwoofer Has a built-in amplifier and typically has a bass level control (independent of controls on a receiver). Active subwoofer	NA
Wireless subwoofer 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. Wireless subwoofer	NA
Receiver OSD Receiver OSD Onscreen display lets you view the receiver's menus on a TV screen, a squint-free alternative to using the receiver's LED or LCD display. Receiver OSD	No
Auto speaker calibration System comes with a microphone to automatically adjust speaker sound levels, delays, and possibly more to balance the surround effect for your room size and speaker setup. Auto speaker calibration	No
Plays 3D Blu-ray discs Plays 3-D Blu-ray discs; for 3D operation, it requires a 3D TV and 3D glasses, as well a 3D Blu-ray movie. Plays 3D Blu-ray discs	NA
Analog to HDMI video conversion Can convert analog video input signals (Composite, S-Video, Component) to digital and output them via the HDMI connection. Analog to HDMI video conversion	NA
3D capable HDMI switching Will pass a 3-D video signal when switching HDMI cable connected 3-D source devices to a 3-D TV. 3D capable HDMI switching	Yes
FM tuner Receiver has a built-in FM radio tuner. FM tuner	Yes
AM tuner Receiver has built-in AM radio tuner. AM tuner	No
Internet streaming access Can receive audio or video streams from various online entertainment services, such as movies from Netflix or Amazon Video on Demand, or Pandora Internet radio. Requires a broadband internet connection and -- depending on the service -- a subscription. Internet streaming access	No
Stereo analog audio (in/out) Stereo analog audio (in/out) lists the number of stereo (two-channel) analog audio input and output connections. These are useful for connecting two-channel analog audio devices such as a TV, set-top box, non-integrated video disc player, etc. Stereo analog audio (in/out)	1/0
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General Information
Manufacturer	Victor Company of Japan, Limited
Manufacturer Website Address	www.jvc.com
Product Model	TH-BC3
Product Name	TH-BC3 Speaker System
Product Type	Speaker System

User Reviews - JVC TH-BC3

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By JD

from AZ

1.0

doesn't work with LG

2/11/2012

Pros

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

Not sure if I should be upset with LG or JVC since I should have listened to the other reviewer who had the same issue, apparently with PCM compatibility. After many calls to both tech support, this is going back. Not sure if it is a problem with all LG tvs or just my 47LW5600. Too bad--this soundbar has everything I wanted.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

By Rhapsody

from Spencerport, NY

2.0

Does Not Work with LG TV

9/18/2011

Pros

Clear Sound

Cons

Difficult To Setup

Poor Interface

Best Uses

Comment:

We were able to get sound from the radio, ipod and DVD player but was never able to get sound from our new LG TV. After calling customer support for both LG and JVC it was finally determined that this soundbar needed PCM which my TV does not support. We returned the soundbar and will be on the lookout for one that is compatible with our TV.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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