Our almost 6 year old TV had no HDMI ARC connection, thus could be no sound of the TV program on the connected Yamaha MCR750. So I have looked around for an alternative Soundbar / Soundstage. I have on the one hand on the prize with my choice but paid attention to the connectivity options. Thus, the Phillips can naturally shine (HDMI, USB, optical input, RCA) Since other users can (Bose) only dream. As I said had no ARC have therefore joined the soundstage via an optical cable. Then at first a disappointment had the volume to 45 (max) to provide reasonably sound to have the TV sound beyond the everyday. In Internet research (PHILIPS Forum) and made first via USB, a firmware update on 55. Still not satisfied sound through the TV sound. The sound of the connected WII console, however, was a stunner. So also the Telekom Entertain Receiver updated and already he was there the super Listening to TV. So do not right the first time burying our heads in the sand. Check all components and possibly operate Troubleshooting before bad recessions of itself gibt.Für 99, - are Euro (Expert) I believe there is hardly anything better. Bluetooth playback from a mobile phone, USB Music play everything works easily. So price-performance top !!!!