I was badly advised when I bought the TV in that I was told that it could accept 4 x 4K sources and whilst technically that is true, only 2 of the HDMI inputs supports the enhanced format (or whatever it is called).

So I have a Sony A1 TV and connected to it is a 4K AppleTV, an Xbox 1X and a PS4 Pro. I think it may solve an issue I'm currently having with my TV and devices and wondered if anyone could offer an opinion. I've been thinking about getting a sound-bar for a while now and saw this one in a Curry's today. I think I'll go to my retailer and ask for a return and maybe go with Samsung. I'm at wits-end, the minor improvement in sound is not worth the headaches. Usually, I have to pull the power plugs to make any progress. No nearby RF source, the main bar is not surrounded by metal. Had the main bar replaced - no difference. I've moved the speakers around, moved them all within 3 feed, all in front - no luck. Played with the RF channel setting, Link mode and Wireless playback Quality. I've worked with Sony tech support, with very little luck. They rarely last more than 3-4 days before I have to go through the annoying process of repairing. I've had many problems keeping the rear speakers and subwoofer paired. Only problem with the CS9 is, you need a minimum sound level below which the sub will auto-shutoff. The CS9 is noticeably better than the Z9F sub, it's deeper, more accurate and less 'noisy'. I felt the TV sounded better with the TV speakers and SA-CS9 subwoofer. With Vertical Surround on, it's only marginally better. With Vertical Surround off, the sound from the bar is no better than the TV speakers with a slight improvement in bass. I use the Z9F with rear speakers on a 65' Sony A1E. I guess I'm going to be one the few dissenting voices regarding the HT-Z9F.

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