Harman Kardon BDS 2 SO Product Information - Page 1

BDS 2 2.1-channel Blu-ray Disc™ receiver Specifications harman kardon BDS 2 Combining a Blu-ray Disc™ receiver, digital amplifier and a 2.1-channel Dolby® Virtual Speaker into one outstanding system, the BDS 2 is a sleek, modern A/V performer worth building your home theatre around. Achieve the highest-resolution picture quality possible (thanks to an HDMI™ 1.3a output), while you and your audience become engrossed in a virtual surround sound experience - from only two speakers. From Hollywood blockbusters to personal videos playable through the USB port, the BDS 2 reads a wide range of digital entertainment sources - from DVD to CD-R to MP3 formats. As a bonus, the BDS 2 even has an intuitive on-screen menu to help you get your system up and running - with the greatest of ease. To help your home theatre reach its fullest potential, the BDS 400 and BDS 300 systems bundle the BDS 2 together in an all-in-one package - with 360-degree surround sound speakers and a powerful 200-watt subwoofer - making an authentic theatrical experience always well within your reach. Highlights Fully capable 2.1-channel A/V receiver Benefit from a full-line media player that plays music, movies and multimedia - all from one vastly capable system High-performing Dolby Virtual Speaker Create a virtual surround sound experience for your audience - from only two speakers Reads Blu-ray Disc, DVD and CD recordings Plays most recordable media - even MPEG-1, MPEG-2, MP3, WMA and JPEG files through the USB port Stylish, sleek and compact design Complementary, space-saving design fits your life and living room - while performing the same as a full-size system HDMI 1.3a output Enjoy the highest-quality, HD standard for digital video (1080p) and high-resolution audio Front-panel USB port Easy, temporary connection lets you play music, video and picture files from portable players or flash drives Ultra-convenient learning remote Control the entire A/V system as well as your TV, cable box or satellite tuner - with one easy-to-use, preprogrammed remote Intuitive on-screen menu Makes setting up and using the receiver easy - even for novices