The only negative is the lack of a visual volume control display. These are minor inconveniences and worth it for keeping the volume from increasing during commercials. I only wish it had a volume knob and a way to permanently disable the automatic sh...  Read More

Easy to set up, using optical plug. The only cons are 1) it automatically shuts off but doesn't automatically turn back on when the tv is turned on again.

Remotes symmetrical rectangle shape is such that you cant feel the difference from the top or bottom. Once the setting is selected the light indicator no longer is illuminated. If youre a channel surfer like me, it becomes pretty frustrating. Received...  Read More

Speaker has a lot of static; it's an issue with the cord. Despite coming with an optical audio cable has no input for one. It slightly increases the vocals in a movie by reducing the surround sound, slightly.

The ac511m comes with a bracket that fits around the base stand of your monitor. It works with most newer dell monitors, but check to make sure it works with yours. It gets power and input from the usb cord that plugs into the back of the monitor.

The volume knob on the side is very nice and sends input back to my dell xps. Sound isn't amazing, but at the same time it isn't bad. Its definitely a lot louder than the built in mac mini speaker! I normally plug headphones into the jack which gives ...  Read More

Painted it black and works great. For day to day telecon work, it's perfect! I hope this helped with your decision.

I'm so dissappointed. Returning for a full refund. Maybe because too many sellers looking to make a buck. Please look elsewhere for a product.

The ae515m sounds subpar. The speaker crackles constantly, independent of volume. Now that seems to be messing with my computer audio.

The soundbar emits a low-level static buzz as soon as the usb cable is connected. The buzz isn't noticable when in use. Calls are all static and other side says echos.