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Philips 5.1 Home theater HTD3540/12 reviews
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Manufacturer codeHTD3540/12
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About the Philips 5.1 Home theater HTD3540/12
Philips HTD3540/12 is listed in the home cinema systems category. The recorded specifications include audio output channels: 5.1 channels; rms rated power: 300 W. This entry covers manufacturer code HTD3540/12. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Philips 5.1 Home theater HTD3540/12, the recorded details include audio output channels: 5.1 channels; rms rated power: 300 W; wi-fi: No. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Audio channels
- 5.1 channels
- Rated audio power (RMS)
- 300 W
- Wi-Fi
- No
- Audio decoders
- Dolby Digital 5.1
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Philips 5.1 Home theater HTD3540/12 specifications
Manufacturer code: HTD3540/12 · Icecat product 17496492 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Audio channels | 5.1 channels |
|---|---|
| Rated audio power (RMS) | 300 W |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Audio decoders | Dolby Digital 5.1 |
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Audio & listening29 details
| Optical disc player type | DVD player |
|---|---|
| Disc types supported | CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW |
| Disc loading type | Tray |
| Playback disc formats | CD audio, CD video |
| Number of optical discs | 1 discs |
| Audio formats supported | MP3, WMA |
| Equalizer | Yes |
| Audio Return Channel (ARC) | Yes |
| Supported radio bands | FM |
| Front speakers RMS power | 50 W |
| Front speaker frequency range | 150 - 20000 Hz |
| Center speaker RMS power | 50 W |
| Center speaker frequency range | 150 - 20000 Hz |
| Satellite speaker frequency range | 150 - 20000 Hz |
| Satellite speaker impedance | 4 Ω |
| Subwoofer type | Passive subwoofer |
| Subwoofer RMS power | 50 W |
| Subwoofer driver diameter (imperial) | 13.3 cm (5.25") |
| Subwoofer frequency range | 20 - 150 Hz |
| Subwoofer impedance | 4 Ω |
| Digital audio optical in | 1 |
| Front speaker dimensions (WxDxH) | 85 x 80 x 159 mm |
| Front speaker weight | 350 g |
| Center speaker dimensions (WxDxH) | 185 x 82 x 90 mm |
| Center speaker weight | 350 g |
| Subwoofer dimensions (W x D x H) | 160 x 265 x 265 mm |
| Subwoofer weight | 2.6 kg |
| Dimensions rear speaker (W x D x H) | 220 x 220 x 1006 mm |
| Rear speaker weight | 1.6 kg |
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Card reader integrated | No |
|---|---|
| Built-in HDD | No |
Camera, image & video3 details
| Video formats supported | DIVX, MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4 |
|---|---|
| Composite video out | 1 |
| Image formats supported | BMP, GIF, JPG, TIF |
Connections & wireless7 details
| Wireless satellite speakers | No |
|---|---|
| Wireless subwoofer | No |
| Number of HDMI outputs | 1 |
| USB ports quantity | 1 |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| HDMI version | 1.4 |
| USB direct playback | Yes |
Power & battery4 details
| Power consumption (typical) | 50 W |
|---|---|
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.5 W |
| AC input frequency | 50 Hz |
| AC input voltage | 220-240 V |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Main unit dimensions (WxDxH) | 360 x 325 x 58 mm |
|---|---|
| Main unit weight | 2.4 kg |
| Gross weight of outer carton | 12.42 kg |
| Net weight of outer carton | 11.01 kg |
| Tare weight outer carton | 1.41 kg |
| Product colour | Black |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| Apple docking compatibility | Not supported |
|---|
Further product details12 details
| 3D | No |
|---|---|
| MP3 bit rates | 32 - 320 Kbit/s |
| FM radio | Yes |
| Preset stations quantity | 40 |
| FM antenna | Yes |
| AUX in | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| TV tuner integrated | No |
| CD-RW playback | Yes |
| Quantity outer carton | 1 pc(s) |
| Karaoke | No |
| Slideshow | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories6 details
| Package weight | 12.4 kg |
|---|---|
| Package dimensions (WxDxH) | 905 x 377 x 261 mm |
| Manual | Yes |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Packaging net weight | 11.01 kg |
| Packaging tare weight | 1.41 kg |
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