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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

2.01Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: Speaker channels 2.0.

3.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Speaker Structure 3.1ch with built-in subwoofer. Amplifier is 5 channels.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

21Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Page text: dual speakers. The title says 2.0 speaker.

55Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/sony-ht-s2000-soundbar-review-a-sonos-beam-alternative-with-surprisingly-big-soundRead 10 October 2026Review says the design uses five speakers: three for left, right and center and two dedicated woofers.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

27Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: 2.0-channel bar with left and right speakers and no subwoofer.

55Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/sony-ht-s2000-soundbar-review-a-sonos-beam-alternative-with-surprisingly-big-soundRead 10 October 2026All five drivers are in the bar since the subwoofer is built in.

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

07Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: 2.0-channel bar with left and right speakers. DTS Virtual:X is a virtualisation and the bar has no Dolby Atmos support.

04Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Review says there are no upward-firing drive units and that height channels come from Sony Vertical Sound Engine processing.

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

AAmazon Fire TV Soundbar

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Speaker	2	Left and right

Source7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review names left and right speakers. Driver type and size are not published.

BSony HT-S2000

Component	Driver type	Count	Orientation
Soundbar	Full-range cone, 45 x 82 mm	3	Front-firing
Built-in subwoofer	Low-frequency cone, 45 x 82 mm	2	Front-firing

Source2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications: front L, front R and center speakers are 45 mm x 82 mm cone type in acoustic suspension. Built-in subwoofer speaker is 45 mm x 82 mm cone type in a bass reflex enclosure. Sony's US press release and TechRadar say the subwoofer is dual, so two units are listed.6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Specifications list 2 front-firing low-frequency cone drivers and 3 front-firing full-range cone drivers, each 1.8 x 3.2 in or 45 x 82 mm.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

No1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026The comparison table lists no subwoofer for the Fire TV Soundbar.

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sheet describes a built-in subwoofer. SA-SW3 and SA-SW5 wireless subwoofers are optional and sold separately.

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

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Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

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Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

01Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026The comparison table lists no surround speakers for the Fire TV Soundbar.

01Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026One-piece bar with no detachable ends in the box list.

No2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Parts and Controls shows a single bar speaker. Rear speakers are optional wireless units, not detachable bar ends.

Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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SA-SW3, SA-SW51Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 20263Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Release names the optional wireless subwoofers SA-SW5 and SA-SW3.

Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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SA-RS3S1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026SA-RS3S wireless rear speakers are optional and sold separately.3Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Release names the optional wireless rear speakers SA-RS3S.

Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

40W6Press articleaftvnews.com/amazon-announces-new-fire-tv-soundbar-without-any-actual-fire-tv-capabilitiesRead 15 October 2026Article: a pair of 20-watt speakers in a 2.0 stereo setup. No rating condition is given.7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: left and right speakers deliver a maximum output of 20 W apiece, 40 W in total. The maker does not state a rating condition. This is not an RMS figure.

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Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

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Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

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Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

No1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: surround sounds supported DTS Virtual:X and Dolby Digital. The comparison table lists Dolby Digital only, while the Plus lists Dolby Atmos.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

No1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: DTS Virtual:X. The comparison table lists DTS Virtual:X for this bar and DTS:X for the Plus. Virtual processing is not DTS:X decoding.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Audio formats over HDMI eARC list DTS:X. What Hi-Fi states height effects in Dolby Atmos and DTS:X come from virtual processing, with no up-firing drivers.4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Review states Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: Dolby Digital. Page text also says Dolby Audio. No connection is named.

LPCM 2ch, LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

AAmazon Fire TV Soundbar

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BSony HT-S2000

Connection	Format	Max input channels
HDMI eARC	LPCM 2ch	2
HDMI eARC	LPCM 5.1ch	6
HDMI eARC	LPCM 7.1ch	8
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS 96/24	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD High Resolution Audio	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS-HD Master Audio	Not available
HDMI eARC	DTS:X	Not available
HDMI ARC	LPCM 2ch	2
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
HDMI ARC	DTS 96/24	Not available
Optical	LPCM 2ch	2
Optical	Dolby Digital	Not available
Optical	DTS	Not available
Optical	DTS-ES Discrete 6.1	Not available
Optical	DTS-ES Matrix 6.1	Not available
Optical	DTS 96/24	Not available

Source2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supported Audio Formats table, eARC, ARC and OPTICAL columns. LPCM channel counts follow the 2ch, 5.1ch and 7.1ch rows. Only the rows marked supported are listed.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

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WAV1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026USB playback lists Wav only. File system FAT32.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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192kHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Over HDMI eARC the sheet gives LPCM fs up to 192 kHz at 24 bit. Optical input is limited to 48 kHz at 24 bit.

Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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24bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Same eARC LPCM entry as the sample rate: 192 kHz at 24 bit. Optical is 48 kHz at 24 bit.

Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

AAmazon Fire TV Soundbar

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	ARC	HDMI ARC connection to the TV
Optical	1	Not available	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	Not available	USB input, listed as an input source
AC power	1	Not available	Soundbar power input

Source1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: Ports HDMI, Optical, AC, USB-A.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Back view: optical in port, USB port, HDMI ARC port and power port. Mounting holes sit on the back.6Press articleaftvnews.com/amazon-announces-new-fire-tv-soundbar-without-any-actual-fire-tv-capabilitiesRead 15 October 2026Article: HDMI eARC/ARC to the TV, optical in, a USB-A port that seems to serve as an input source, and a power connector.

BSony HT-S2000

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV video output and eARC/ARC audio return
Optical	1	TV IN digital audio input
USB-A	1	USB drive music playback, FAT32
DC power	1	DC IN from the supplied AC adaptor

Source2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Parts and Controls: USB port (the port type differs by country and region, and may be FOR SERVICE only), IR repeater, DC IN, TV IN (OPTICAL) and HDMI OUT (TV (eARC/ARC)). The Sony US sheet and US retailers state USB type A for music playback. The IR repeater is not listed as a port.

HDMI ARC

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Page: connect the bar to the HDMI ARC or eARC port on your TV. The bar port is labelled HDMI ARC in the quick start guide.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026The back port is labelled HDMI ARC PORT and connects to the TV's HDMI ARC/eARC port.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

HDMI eARC

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connect to your TV: make sure the HDMI CEC setting is enabled on the TV.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

No4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026The back view shows a single HDMI port, the HDMI ARC port to the TV. There is no HDMI input.

No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Number of Input/Output is - / 1 (eARC/ARC). The bar has only an HDMI output to the TV and no HDMI input.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

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HDR passthrough formats

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VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: Bluetooth support Yes.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

5.08Reviewtechinsights.com/ko/node/54430Read 15 October 2026TechInsights teardown of the EVG487 lists the Actions ATS2853 Bluetooth 5.0 audio SoC. Amazon publishes no Bluetooth version for this bar.

5.21Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

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SBC, AAC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Bluetooth receiver lists AAC and SBC.

Wi-Fi

No7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the bar cannot be hooked up directly to your Wi-Fi network. Bluetooth is the only wireless link.8Reviewtechinsights.com/ko/node/54430Read 15 October 2026Teardown: one PCB antenna, used for 2.4 GHz Bluetooth. No Wi-Fi radio is listed.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Interface section gives IEEE 802.11 version a/b/g/n/ac. The Help Guide has a Wireless LAN section. Reviewers say the bar has no Wi-Fi music streaming. The radio is not used for AirPlay or Google Cast.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

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802.11a/b/g/n/ac1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, Wireless LAN section: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac.

Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

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2.4 GHz, 5 GHz2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wireless LAN frequency band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

No7Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/tvs-home-cinema/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: the soundbar does not have an integrated microphone.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Companion apps

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Sony | BRAVIA Connect2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Help Guide names the Sony | BRAVIA Connect app. The launch material calls it Sony | Home Entertainment Connect.

Companion app platforms

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iOS, Android3Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Footnote: download the app at Google Play and the App Store.

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026In the box: remote.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Meet your remote page and the included items show the remote and 2 AAA batteries.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Movie, Music, Dialogue1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: EQ Modes Movies, Music, Dialogue.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Remote: Equalizer selects movie, music or dialogue sound modes.

Sound Field, Voice Mode, Night Mode1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sound Function lists Night Mode and Voice Mode. The remote and Help Guide add a Sound Field on and off button.2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remote has SOUND FIELD, VOICE and NIGHT buttons.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

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No4Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Review says there is no automated calibration system and the soundbar is plug and play. The maker lists none.

Room calibration system

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: EQ Modes include Dialogue. A dialogue mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Voice Mode is the dialogue function.

Night mode

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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Bass4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Remote: Bass button with low, medium and high.

Bass level2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remote BASS +/- adjusts the built-in subwoofer level.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

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42W2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications, Power consumption on: 42.0 W. The Sony US sheet gives 50 W approx for operation, which conflicts. The manual figure is used. Doubt recorded.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

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0.5W2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Standby mode with Network/Bluetooth Standby off: less than 0.5 W. This is an upper limit.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

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2W2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Networked standby with Network/Bluetooth Standby on: less than 2.0 W. This is an upper limit.

Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 60 W electrical rating3Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/TOtwiFswWWnUUt2cIORead 15 October 2026Product specifications: Electrical Rating 100V-240V, 50/60Hz, 60W. This is an electrical rating and not an operating consumption figure.

External AC adaptor, 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz input, 25 V DC to the bar6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Specifications give AC input 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, and DC input 25 V. The AC adaptor is supplied.

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width610Height64Depth89mm(24 × 2.5 × 3.5 in)2Maker product pageamazon.ca/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: product size 61.0 cm x 6.4 cm x 8.9 cm. The US page gives 24 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches and says the height is 2.5 inches, so the width is 610, the height 64 and the depth 89 mm.

Width800Height64Depth124mm(31.5 × 2.5 × 4.9 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 20262Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Dimensions approx 800 mm x 64 mm x 124 mm, not including projection portions.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

1,800g(4 lb)2Maker product pageamazon.ca/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Technical details: weight 1.8 kg. The US page gives 3.97 lbs, which agrees.

3,700g(8.2 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Main unit body only 3.7 kg.2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mass approx 3.7 kg.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

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Package dimensions

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Width883.9Height129.5Depth271.8mm(34.8 × 5.1 × 10.7 in)6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Box dimensions 34.8 x 10.7 x 5.1 in as length, width and height. Converted exactly from rounded inch values to width, height and depth.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

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6,012g(13.3 lb)6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Package weight 13.255 lb converted exactly to grams.

Wall mountable

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026In the box: Wall Mounting Kit.3Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/TOtwiFswWWnUUt2cIORead 15 October 2026The page says the device has two mounting slots on the back for the wall mounting rings.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Mounting the soundbar on the wall section.

Yes2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mounting the Bar Speaker on a Wall chapter.

In the box

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In the box

Fire TV Soundbar, Remote, HDMI cable, Power cable, AAA batteries (2), Wall mounting kit, Quick start guide1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Included in the box: Fire TV Soundbar, remote, HDMI cable, power cable, 2 AAA batteries, Wall Mounting Kit, Quick Start Guide.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Also included: HDMI cable and power cable, remote with 2 AAA batteries, wall mounting accessories.

HT-S2000 soundbar, Remote control, Remote batteries, HDMI cable, AC adaptor, AC power cord, Wall mount template, Customer registration card and warranty card1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Supplied accessories: remote batteries, HDMI cable, AC adaptor, AC cord, wall mount template, registration card and warranty card. The Help Guide shows the remote RMT-AH513U.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026In the box: Wall Mounting Kit.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Mounting accessories: paper template, 2 anchors, 2 screws and 2 wall mounting rings.

No2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Chapter says to prepare two screws, not supplied. A printed wall mount template is supplied. No bracket is supplied.

HDMI cable included

Yes1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026In the box: HDMI cable.4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Also included: HDMI cable.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026HDMI cable listed in the box.

Optical cable included

No4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Optical in port note: optical cable not included. Connect to your TV: optical cable (sold separately).

No2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Connecting to a TV chapter calls the optical digital cable not supplied.

General

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Series

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

EVG4873Maker product pagedigprjsurvey.amazon.com/csad/help/node/TOtwiFswWWnUUt2cIORead 15 October 2026Amazon Safety and Compliance page: Fire TV Soundbar Model Number EVG487.

HT-S2000, HTS2000.UC21Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sony US sheet for HTS2000.UC2. HT-S2000 is the marketing model.

GTIN / EAN

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0272429255406Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Listing for HTS2000.UC2 gives UPC 027242925540. Other US retailers give the same number.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

20 September 20235Press articlecordcuttersnews.com/amazon-introduces-a-new-fire-tv-sound-barRead 15 October 2026Amazon announced the soundbar on 20 September 2023, per this article. AFTVnews posted the same day.6Press articleaftvnews.com/amazon-announces-new-fire-tv-soundbar-without-any-actual-fire-tv-capabilitiesRead 15 October 2026Article dated 20 September 2023.

1 March 20233Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Sony Electronics Inc. release dated San Diego, March 1, 2023.

Status

Available1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026The page is live with a rating count and no discontinued notice.

Discontinued7Reviewchoice.com.au/products/electronics-and-technology/home-entertainment/home-theatre-systems/sony-ht-s2000Read 10 October 2026Australian review page lists Availability as Discontinued model. A US retailer listing also shows the product as unavailable.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$119.995Press articlecordcuttersnews.com/amazon-introduces-a-new-fire-tv-sound-barRead 15 October 2026US price at launch: $119.99. Excludes sales tax.

$499.993Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Release states $499.99 MSRP. US price excludes sales tax.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, CA, GB, DE1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026US from this Amazon US page.2Maker product pageamazon.ca/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026CA from this Amazon Canada page for the same ASIN.9Press releaseaboutamazon.co.uk/news/devices/fire-tv-soundbar-ukRead 15 October 2026Amazon UK press release of July 2024 brings the Fire TV Soundbar to the UK and Germany.

US3Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/sony-electronics-introduces-ht-s2000-3-1ch-dolby-atmos-soundbar-that-delivers-a-cinematic-surround-sound-experience-301759030.htmlRead 10 October 2026Sony Electronics Inc. US release with pre-orders at Sony Electronics, Amazon and authorized retailers.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

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Black5Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/sony-ht-s2000-soundbar-review-a-sonos-beam-alternative-with-surprisingly-big-soundRead 10 October 2026Retailer link caption names the Black model.

Links

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Product page

www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PG1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026

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Spec sheet

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static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.pcrichard.com/docs/HTS2000_Specifications-Sheet_01.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Manual

d1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdf4Owner's manuald1o9vk2qokce73.cloudfront.net/S3+Cloudfront/FireTV/Fire+TV+Soundbar/FireTV_Soundbar_QSG_NA_EN.pdfRead 15 October 2026Fire TV Soundbar quick start guide, 2 pages, file 22-004912-02. The PDF has no text layer. Read through OCR and by eye.

helpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdf2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2079/v1/en/print.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sony online Help Guide for HT-S2000, full PDF. Copyright 2022 Sony Corporation, part 5-045-382-11(4).

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year1Maker product pageamazon.com/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026US: 1-year limited warranty and service.2Maker product pageamazon.ca/dp/B0C4BZ28PGRead 15 October 2026Canada page also states a 1-year limited warranty.

1year6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/Sony_Sony_HT-S2000_250W_3-1-Channel_Soundbar_HTS2000-UC2Read 10 October 2026Retailer states a limited 1-year manufacturer warranty for the US package. The retailer listing says the product is unavailable.

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