Getting up and running with Hue Play isn’t too tricky – particularly if you only wish to take advantage of its base features.
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On the plus side, there’s plenty of cable length available to stretch either side of even large TVs. That means that the adapter blocks numerous outlets on a power strip. That said, it’s pretty large, and the pins are oriented badly. It means you can add the $60 Play Light Bar extension pack, if desired, without requiring another adapter.
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The included power adapter can accept up to three devices, which keeps your TV cabinet tidy. Otherwise, installation is straightforward. Switching between mounts is easy, but Philips has opted for an easily-losable hex key for the mounting screws, which makes life a little less simple. It’s likely you’ll wish to try different mounts and positions for the Play Bar to optimize the ambience. For the cleanest look, self-adhesive strips and circular mounts can be used to fix the lights directly to the rear of your TV.
Alternatively, stands included in the box allow you to mount the Play Bar in the horizontal or vertical orientation. You can place the lamp directly on top of your TV cabinet, using its flat base, or an angled, rubberized rear projects light upwards. Clad simply in a black or white plastic surround with a frosted white front, the device supports a versatile selection of mounting options. Rather than the hardware making an interior design statement, the Play Bar relies on its output for impact. Unlike some of the more stylish luminaires in the Philips Hue range, the Play Bar is quite basic. Having sold off their TV division some time ago, the opportunity to recreate elements of the Ambilight experience seems like a great move. Philips reckoned it created “a more immersive viewing experience,” and as previous owners of Ambilight TVs, we agreed. LEDs embedded in the rear of those TVs project light on walls, with colors matching the on-screen action. Owners of the company’s Ambilight TVs, launched back in 2004, have benefitted from such a feature for many years. Of course, creating beautiful TV backdrops isn’t new to Philips. Priced at $70, with a two-pack available at $130, this compact lamp is designed for use behind your TV, washing your walls with a choice of 16 million colors. The Hue Play Light Bar may well be the most interesting item in a growing range of luminaires.
Syncing to the big screen is a challenge.
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