Home Theater Systems Reviews

Features
Compatible Playback Formats: CD, DVD, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD-R/RW, MP3, VCD, SVCD, JPEG, Kodak Picture CD
Possible Playback Resolutions: 480p/480i
Processing Modes: DTS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Headphone
Other: None
Number of Amp Channels: 2
Power Rating (watts, per channel): 25, into 6 ohms
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 4 x 17.1 x 10.9
Weight (pounds): 11.9

Connections
Inputs:
Video: None
Audio: Analog stereo (2)

Outputs:
Video: Component video (1), S-video (1), composite video (1)
Audio: Digital optical (1), stereo analog (2), Sub preout (1)

Additional: AM and FM antennae

At A Glance: Sherwood Hollywood at Home VR-670 Home-theater-in-a-box

Subwoofer: ASW-670 Active
Connections: Line-level
Enclosure Type: Bass-reflex
Woofer (size in inches, type): 6.5
Power Rating (watts): 100
Crossover Bypass: Yes
Available Finishes: Black, Silver
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 11.9 x 7.9 x 12
Weight (pounds): 15.7

Speaker ST-670 Front speakers
Type: Two-way, monitor
Tweeter (size in inches, type): 1, soft dome
Midrange (size in inches, type): 2.5
Nominal Impedance (ohms): 6
Recommended Amp Power (watts): 25–30
Available Finishes: Silver/Gray
Dimensions (H x W x D, inches): 8.6 x 4.3 x 4

These listings are based on the manufacturer's stated specs; the HT Labs box below indicates the gear's performance on our test bench.

Ratings: Sherwood Hollywood at Home VR-670 Home-Theater-in-a-Box

Build Quality: 86
• DVD receiver encased entirely in plastic
• The wooden subwoofer housing has a pedestal base and large rubber feet

Value: 84
• Strikes a fair balance of features between Sherwood's higher- and lower-priced models
• Comes with lots of processing modes and handy features

Features: 82
• Dolby Virtual Speaker does a lot to compensate for the lack of surround and center speakers
• No video or digital audio inputs

Performance: 83
• Both stereo and enhanced listening modes were spacious and enjoyable
• Video reproduction could look better

Ergonomics: 87
• Controls are well laid-out
• Clear readouts on the DVD receiver
• Setup was quick and easy

Overall Rating: 84
An easy, attractive approach for the aesthetics-conscious movie/music aficionado who wants something more than stereo from his rig, but one who's not losing any sleep fretting over true high-end audio or video quality.

General Information
Hollywood at Home VR-670 Home-Theater-in-a-Box, $400
Sherwood America
(800) 962-3203
www.sherwoodusa.com
Dealer Locator Code SHR