| Wireless computer speakers are easier to install | | | | First of all, it does away with the hassles of |
| especially the satellite speakers. They can be | | | | installing cables and cords. This is safer and |
| placed anywhere yet still produce excellent sound | | | | provides more mobility. Second, the working area |
| output. They can be attached to the media to | | | | looks cleaner and more organized minus the |
| enjoy game playing, listening to music or watching | | | | clutter. |
| movies. They can be powered thru battery or | | | | These devices are easier to configure and can be |
| AC current. Most of them work using IF | | | | hooked up with MP3 players and cellular phones |
| technology or Intermediate Frequency. Some use | | | | with Bluetooth. Its digital features provide clearer |
| 900 MHz of frequency which transmit up to 150 | | | | sounds. Modern designs are durable and water |
| feet. Other models need wireless receiver. | | | | proof. |
| This new technology works by replacing cables | | | | Of course you have to pay the price for |
| with a wireless receiver or transmitting unit | | | | technological advances. Wireless speakers are |
| hooked up to a PC soundcard. The more | | | | generally more expensive. The models that |
| advanced models have a built-in hidden video | | | | support longer range signals are even more |
| camera perfect for office settings. | | | | expensive. |
| The three most common types of wireless | | | | Another setback is since wireless speakers |
| speakers are the 7.1 Wireless System, 5.1 | | | | depend on satellites, there must always be a clear |
| Wireless System (surround sound) and 2.1 | | | | line of sight between the receiver and the |
| Wireless System (stereo only). | | | | satellites. Natural calamities may interrupt this |
| The 7.1 wireless system is composed of six | | | | smooth connection. Radio waves connectivity |
| 2-way satellite speakers, one 2 way satellite and | | | | may also be disrupted. |
| one subwoofer. The maximum power output is | | | | Check your computer and operating system first |
| 700 watts with frequency response of 40 MHz. | | | | before deciding to get a wireless speaker. Some |
| The 5.1 wireless system has four 2-way satellites, | | | | computers may not be compatible and do not |
| one 2-way center satellite and one subwoofer. | | | | support the wireless function. |
| Most models come with wireless remote controls. | | | | If you can afford it, it is better to get models |
| The 2.1 wireless system is ideal for computer | | | | with longer or wider range signals. It provides |
| game fanatics. It has a pair of satellite speakers | | | | greater mobility, the very definition of wireless |
| and a 2-way center satellite. | | | | that you want to enjoy. It is advantageous to get |
| There are also wireless speakers for the | | | | the bluetooth system powered speaker. It |
| outdoors, usually with built-in batteries. These units | | | | minimizes interruptions and works well up to 5 |
| can be charged for 20-24 hours, and can play for | | | | meters from the source. It is also recommended |
| 3-4 hours straight when fully charged. The range | | | | you get speakers that operate on rechargeable |
| can be as far as 100 feet to 100 meters. | | | | batteries. These are more environment-friendly. |
| The growing popularity of wireless computer | | | | Check if the unit you want to get has a return |
| speakers can be attributed to several factors. | | | | policy. |