This system has the ability to play several different disc types including: DVD video, SVCD, VCD, DVR-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, CD, CD-R DVD+RW. It plays MPEG2, WMA, JPEG, MP3 and MPEG1 files. It has a remote control that will control all the features. It has a digital audio and coaxial inputs and HDMI, composite, component and video outputs. The AM/FM tuner has 40 presets.

The Philips HT-S3544 has a warm sound, a deep base and a super price. Another great feature of this unit is the ability to play home burned DVDs from your computer so you can watch them on your TV. This home entertainment system gives the Panasonic SC-PT460, the Samsung HT-TZ315 with tower speakers, the Sony HT-SS1300 and the Sony DAV-DZ660 with tower speakers, some stiff competition. They are all good systems but there are pros and cons to be considered when comparing systems; most of the time it comes down to personal preferences as far as extra features, the amount of base and the quality of the sound compared to other systems. Several factors should be considered like room size, the position of the speakers and how much music you listen too and how much video you watch.

Most consumers are also concerned with the amount of time it takes to set up any system; they want to do it quickly and without issues. This Philips system can be set up in less than thirty minutes, thanks to ample cord length and clear instructions. The addition of the iPod deck on the Philips system does add a lot of perceived value to this system, however some consumers say the deck is flimsy and needs support. Some reviews have mentioned the Philips HT-S3544 remote is hard to use because the buttons are too small. Other reviews point out that the sub-woofer does not have its own volume control, the bass is a little weak and the back speakers are not wireless. Another review says it needs an optical input for external players like Blue Ray and HD-DVD.

As you can see the issues mentioned are not reasons not to buy this system, they are points to consider when you shop the competition. Most of the reviewers gave this system a five star rating and the lowest rating was a four star because the review could not find the owners manual in the box.

There are a lot of choices when it comes to home theater systems. They all have great features, although some are a better value when you consider the extras like iPod decks and wireless speakers. It does make sense to shop the market before you purchase one, there are some bargains available when you know what to look for and what you can live with, from a budget point of view.

The Philips HTS3544 surround sound home theater system is rather easy to set up, it can take up a little under an hour to have it up and running for your full audio enjoyment. This model comes with many different features. One of the features on this system is that you can adjust the speaker volume and delay on each speaker individually. Once you have the volume set to where you would like it, the Philips HTS3544 has no problem filling a medium sized family room without the volume even being half way up!

This surround sound theater system also has a 1080i HDMI up converter, high definition multi-media interface, which is a direct connection that can carry digital HD video as well as digital multi-channel audio. Not only do you get that option but you get many other options which are normally just used in surround sound home theater systems that are in the price of five hundred dollars or more.

There are a few glitchs to it though, some people complain that they cannot get their remote to work with their iPod. One other downfall to this system is that the speakers are not wireless and are hard wired. But despite these few glitches consumers, around the nation appear to be very pleased with the Philips HTS3544 surround sound home theater system. The price of this system is very affordable and everybody will want to know how you got such a deal. You can buy the Philips HTS3544 starting at prices as low as one hundred twenty six dollars to two hundred forty nine dollars. When you are in the market for a home theater system, keep your eye open for the Philips HTS3544, which is extremely user friendly and for the price you pay you get a really great deal!