Absolutely fantastic system! The only drawback is self imposed
351121
Absolutely fantastic system!  The only drawback is self imposed...  I need a new modem so the connection drops periodically but the on demand streaming environment from multiple sources is awesome!
3783710
After having an opportunity to experience this product, I feel compelled to issue my findings.  This system is GREAT for the person that's "on the go."  It handles video streaming exceptionally well and the graphics & screen resolution are crystal clear.  In other words, it's the perfect Media system.  If you want to do books or play games, this system performs those tasks with ease.  $289 for such a strong unit is a great deal.
1272749
I've been floored by the resilience of this system to interference. Often without even searching for a clear channel, this system has NEVER encountered any adverse effects due to bad connection or interference. I've found the mic to be great as well. Couldn't be easier to set up. Let me caution you about a few things:

1. The switch on the side between Dual Mono and Balanced: unless you're using this with a specialized AT cable, I would recommend you NEVER adjust this switch and epoxy it in place or mark the chassis with a silver sharpie. If you accidentally record to a stereo jack with this unit set to Balanced, here's what will happen. Everything will sound fine in monitoring on camera. Everything will sound fine in mixing and editing. Everything will sound fine on export. But the moment you play back your video on a mono speaker (like many cell phones), the entire voice track will TOTALLY DISAPPEAR WHILE ALL OTHER AUDIO TRACKS REMAIN. This can be NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE to hunt down, so let me explain: a balanced audio sends exact opposites of the audio on each pole of the connector. If you're not using the special AT XLR cable for this, not included, then those two opposite channels get sent to and recorded onto the Left and Right of your camera as it will assume it's getting stereo. While you monitor, edit and mix on stereo speakers, you'll hear no problem with the audio. But when you combine two exactly inverted audio tracks together, you get silence. That's how Bose headphones work. And this happens when the Left and Right channels of your production are summed to mono for mobile playback or other sub-optimal audio situations. To correct this situation, all you need to do to correct is extract the L and R channels from your recorded audio and only use one, or use the "Fill Right with Left" plugin in Premiere or similar options in other software applications. This will completely solve the problem. I think this is the definition of an unintended consequence and I don't want to penalize AT for adding features to their products, but this one has the potential to completely ruin a production in a mission-critical situation.

2. Battery requirements: I've used Harbor Freight Tools "Heavy Duty" batteries with this and found they're not able to deliver enough current during the entire period of use and the transmitter will shut off. This is really not great, so I'd recommend Duracells, Eneloops or those Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries that can actually perform up to spec.

3. Build quality: it's not amazing. It's sturdy enough for normal use, but don't drop these things.

4. Headphone amp is a little noisy.

Overall, highly recommended. The digital sound quality is great. I can't think of a reason not to go with this unit.
189769
*everything" in the box necessary to install this system is super well thought out. Looks a little daunting when you first open to box, but it all connects nicely together. I tested out the system before installation just to ensure everything worked well (it did). Mounting cameras and running cables was straightforward. I have the movable camera facing the driveway; it's easy to move around. The night vision capabilities of all cameras is great. Sharp images and I can easily go back over the recordings. great price performance!
4241077
I just purchased this system and I must say it's really great. Everything works as it should. It's not a cheap made system. It comes with two microphones. One wireless that works great and a wired mic. My wired Microphone came broken, but I have wired mics so it's no problem. That's why four stars. But the system really is a 5 star. I don't think you will be disappointed.
2631814
I have always been skeptical of security products but I took a chance on this one due to the good reviews and customer support in the forums.  The system is easy to setup and very flexible.  I have since expanded my system several times (adding sensors is addictive!).  I have had my system for 6 months so far.  The only issue I have had is motion sensors that were a bit too sensitive.  Fortunately the sensors have several sensitivity settings so I was able to configure them appropriately.  Please read all the directions as they have great advice and where to setup each sensor.
4738601
I've had this system for about 6 months now and no problems, I was thinking of getting an Aiwa system, but my moms Aiwa systems CD player started skipping and went dead afterwards. So I definately went for the Panasonic SC-AK78. I've had no regrets. It plays homemade CDRs pretty good with no problems (as most newer systems should). It lights up pretty well too. I like the silver color and has a bit of a futuristic look to it.
When turned on it welcomes you with 'Hello' upon turning off it says 'GoodBye'. The CD player is fantastic no skipping whatsoever. I've played a ton of CDs in this machine from Imports to Domestic CDs and they play pretty darn good. I even played cheap green backed CDRs lots of times with no problems. This system also comes with 400 watts of total power in Home Theater mode. Even better it uses Panasonics new 'Triple Triple' technology - which means it uses a triple amp and triple wiring for much better sound reproduction.
The SC-AK78 is definately an eye catcher, my friends come over and the first thing they say is wow, whats that?  You can hook up your DVD player, vcr or whatever to the back of this sytem for better sound as the system is Dolby Digital 5.1 'ready' and has 6-ch discrete inputs. Its also a Pro-Logic Dolby Surround system. This system has alot of bass, your can set the bass on the system itself or on the remote by pressing the 'S Woofer' button. There are 3 bass modes This system gets pretty loud. It uses panasonics new 'MASH 2' (Multi-Stage Noise Shaping) on the CD player.
Not only does this sytem have dolby pro logic but it also features 'super surround' & 'simulated stereo' effects. Ofcourse you can shape the sound with the rolling jog wheel on the system or on the remote. You can set it to 'virtual-r, multi-r, c. focus 1, c focus 2, 3-D enhanced or S position'. This system also has a sleep timer for up to 120 minutes in 30 minute intervals [30, 60, 90, 120min]. Has a Quartz synthesizer tuner. Also has Aux 1 & Aux 2 inputs. Its also energy compliant. Wow nuff said, get this sytem today!
2667264
great system in every room! Wish they did a better job with the way the cord fits- its not snug
2872670
When I ordered this system, I requested expedited delivery as I had immediate travel plans, and they shipped it the next day. I've installed the system without difficulty, and have it enabled and running now, ahead of my travel date!

It is extremely well designed, intuitive, and practical, and this applies to each component of the system, including the user interface, and the price is equally attractive as well. In the few days I have used it, it has also been very reliable (no false alarms, glitches, etc).
4638416
This system is amazing, simple and powerful..the only other thing you need to think about is what kind of touch screen you'll be buying!
4828889
I LOVE this system amaziling for the size, watts per channel and size of speakers this system ROCKS. Im critical about my music and even though you can never duplicate as a live performance of your band, this little system is the BOMB! Puts out quality bass,  treble, radio station receiption, the remote for this system is the best you don't ever have to leave your spot of relaxing you can do anything sitting down except change the cd(you need a maid for that lol).
3220226
I absolutely love this system , it is the only truly wireless system. Was a breeze to setup the cameras and app on my phone. Also the mounts are fantastic , all in all took me a half hour to setup the 3 camera system from start to finish.
4429789
This is an incredible system. Its all inclusive and has the minimum amount of equipment necessary to go along with whatever system you currently have.

Ive used it on both Windows and IOS-based systems without a hitch. Both recognize the equipment and it really has been integral in all software that weve thrown at it. Jabber seems to work better than Skype for Business, but that might have had more to do with the other end (and their internet connection) rather than our end. Using a recent version you can easily use this for FaceTime as well, which is very handy when dealing with specific people who would rather whip out their iPhone. So this has proven to be a very flexible system that can be used in a variety of situations. Thats been very handy.

Since this is designed for a lager conference room, I found that the audio almost sounded a little hollow. That might have been because the room we were testing it in was smaller, so all of our participants were closer to the mic. Other than that  no audio issues whatsoever.

The video is really nice though. The full featured conference room webcam easily moves with a remote and has a wide view of the whole room. Not a single video issue was noted.

The length of the cords was perfectly suited for what we needed it for and should work in most large conference rooms (depending on where your connections are). Set up is very straight forward and largely plug and play.

And if you're wondering if this works in a home setting as well  the answer is a definitive yes  but its overkill.
1748985
This system is so cool I bought it in all 3 colors! It will handle everything that you can throw at it! The game genie for the SNES will work on this unit with no difficulty. The game genie for the NES will also work, however you have to buy a separate adaptor for that to work in the SNES part of this system! The super Gameboy will also work in this system too! The wireless controllers are a bit slow, however the corded controllers make the game you are playing seem super fast and that's an excellent! I would suggest that you use your corded controllers all the time instead of the wireless controllers that come with it. Game cartridge wise, this system can handle almost any game you throw at it. In short, this system buries all of your old school systems. It replaces everything! I kid you not! Your money will be well spent if you take very good care of this system! It will last you until your lifetime anyway! Trust me! Take a chance!!! What have you got to lose!!!
596941
This Harmony 880 has terrific setup; although, it requires quite a bit of thought on just how you need it to function. Once the software setup is completed, the controls do perform very accurately. My system is quite intricate and I had no problems finding my devices on the system and the control operated them precisely. And, there the Help function after selecting the function, just in case it didn't do what it should have, it prompts you for status and fixes itself. Great job Harmony.

If they only put the same amount of effort into the button layout as they did the software. Universal Remote must have the patent on that.  The control does require good vision (reading glasses), really small fingers, and two hands to perform DVR and TiVo operations. I've only had it for a Month and can't count the number of times I've gone scrambling for it after it slipped out of my hands.
4774509
Aside from the fact that you have dolby surround in your home, this amazing product enables you a whole new world of gaming, DVD watching, and music listening. I had some doubts regarding the power of this speaker  system, but It is more then great. It gives you the feeling of home cinema!  The only bad thing is that you will need a newer sound card to use it, but  those are given with every newer configuration lately. 5 stars well earned!
3968936
I would rate this system at 4.5 stars were it possible.  I am very happy with it.

I replaced an older blu-ray/network player because I wanted the 3D technology for a new Plasma.  Rather than get a standalone 3d blu ray player, I considered this system as a budget home theatre system. I was influenced by previous reviews that described this favorably.  Given the prices of standalone players, all the additional features of this system are only about $60 more.

The player has a number of features that I will use besides its ability to play 3d Blu Ray.  Its Ipod dock allows my wife and I, who have different tastes in music, to pop our Ipods onto the stand and play them through the 6 speaker system.  The speakers develop ample volume before distorting.  The quality is surprisingly good.  The network feature was also a pleasant surprise, the player can pull .avi and other video files off any one of my five computers that is on and has videos in a shared folder.  I have not even tried the USB port yet but there is a "home" button on the remote that takes the user to a comprehensive menu.

Setup took a while mostly to run the speaker wires behind furniture, gather the excess and zip tie it, and so forth.  Netflix looks great.  3D looks great.  I really have no complaints, except that I have not figured out how to use the speakers with broadcast TV.  My cable company discouraged me from plugging the cable box into the HDMI "in" port. If there is a way to bridge the TV audio out to the player, it is not described in quick setup.  Incidentally, the "big" manual for this system comes on a CD.

The player plays movies that I have created from avi and mpeg4 with Premiere Pro and burned to single and dual layer blanks.  There is nothing yet that it has not played.

I rarely rate anything a 5 unless it is flawless.  This system is a 4.5, maybe even higher, and a real value.