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Logitech Z Cinema

February 26th, 2008 | by Josh Norem

Features and Design

The Z Cinema is a 2.1 speaker system, meaning it has two satellites and a subwoofer (the .1). The system connects to your PC via a USB cable for 100 percent digital sound that bypasses your soundcard. It includes a full-sized remote control that controls the speakers (there are no controls on the speakers themselves) and the included Z Cinema software. 

The Speakers

The satellites are quite tall and have a glossy piano finish. Each satellite sports both a midrange speaker and a tweeter, which together output a total of 70w RMS (35w per satellite). The satellites include six-foot cables and connect to the eight-inch, long throw subwoofer, which pumps out 110w.

Image Courtesy of Logitech

The Remote

A full-sized remote control is included and it controls all the functions of the Z Cinema system. It uses two AA batteries (included) and includes several different sections that control different functions such as input, media controls volume and TV functions. Windows Media Center (built-in to Vista Home Premium and Ultimate Editions) is required to get full functionality from the remote, and the system in general.

Image Courtesy of Logitech

The Software

The Z Cinema software is required to be installed and running in order to let you interact properly with the speakers. Once installed an icon sits in the system tray and can be called up on screen by clicks or by the remote. The application lets you control volume levels and program associations as well as a number of other settings.

Logitech Z Cinema Software