Harman/Kardon BDS 277 BDS277ZWA User Manual

Product codes
BDS277ZWA
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  SPeCIfICatIonS
 Harman  Kardon
®
 BdS 277
A versatile, full-line media player wrapped in sleek, modern styling.
© 2012 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Harman Kardon is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. EzSet/EQ, the EzSet/EQ logo, and the “beautiful/sound” logo are trademarks of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. 
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accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone and iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone or 
iPad may affect wireless performance. Android, the Android logo, the “Google play” logo, Picasa, YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks of Google Inc. Use of these trademarks is subject to Google Permissions. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association. BlackBerry is the property of Research In Motion Limited and is 
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®
 word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, is under license. DLNA and the “DLNA Certified” logo are registered trademarks of the Digital Living 
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Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA 
www.harmankardon.com
What’s included:
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1 BDS Blu-ray Disc receiver
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1 Remote control
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3 Remote control  
batteries (AAA)
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1 Quick Start Guide
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1 AC cable
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1 FM antenna
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1 EQ microphone
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1 HDMI cable
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1 Safety sheet
Audio Section
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Continuous average power, stereo mode:  
65 watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz, @ <1% 
THD, both channels driven into 6 ohms
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Input sensitivity/impedance (line inputs): 
250mV/46k ohms
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Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A): –90dB
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Frequency response @ 1W (±0.5dB):  
20Hz – 20kHz, ±1dB
FM Tuner Section
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Frequency range: 87.5MHz – 108.0MHz  
(US and EU)
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Usable sensitivity IHF: >14dBf
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Signal-to-noise ratio (mono/stereo):  
–60dB/–55dB
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Distortion mono/stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
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Stereo separation: –45dB @ 1kHz
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Image rejection: –70dB
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IF rejection: –80dB
Disc Player Section
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Supported disc formats: 5-inch (12cm) or 3-inch 
(8cm) BD-Video (single-layer or double-layer), 
DVD-Video, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-RW,  
CDDA (CD audio), CD-R/RW discs
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Region code (BD/DVD): A/1 (USA); B/2 (EU)
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Audio formats: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, 
Dolby TrueHD, DTS, PCM, WMA (DRM-free 
version only): WMA9, CBR @192kbps,  
VBR @ 355kbps, MP3: 32kbps – 320kbps 
bitrates, including variable-bitrate encoding
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Still-image format: JPEG
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Video signal system: NTSC (USA) or PAL (EU)
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Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz ±0.5dB
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Signal-to-noise ratio: –90dB (A-weighted)
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Dynamic range: 90dB (16-bit)
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THD/1kHz: DVD/CD: 0.1%
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Wow & flutter: Below measurable limits
Video Section
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Television format: NTSC or PAL (selectable)
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HDMI version: With 3D and 30/36-bit Deep Color
General
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Power requirement: 110 – 240V AC, 50/60Hz
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Power consumption: 90W; <0.5W standby
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Dimensions (H x W x D): 80mm x400mm x 
301mm
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Weight: 3.5kg
Connectivity
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Apple AirPlay provides music streaming from 
iOS software
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Access to streaming content services such as 
YouTube- and Pandora-enhanced sites (USA, 
Australia and New Zealand only) 
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DLNA capability streams audio/video content 
from devices on your home network
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Bluetooth technology wirelessly streams audio 
from your Bluetooth-equipped mobile devices
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Three HDMI input connectors simplify 
connecting and switching 3D sources
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The front panel USB port allows charging and 
audio playback from Apple devices and file 
browsing and playback from USB flash drives
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Component video input, three digital audio 
inputs and two analog audio inputs increase 
your system’s flexibility
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Remote infrared (IR) input connections increase 
convenience and flexibility
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12V subwoofer trigger output connection  
(for compatible subwoofers) turns subwoofer on 
and off with receiver to conserve energy
Ease of Use
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Downloadable iOS software and Android app  
let you control the BDS receiver from your  
smart device
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Programmable master remote controls your 
entire audio/video system, so you don’t need 
multiple remotes
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With the ability to view or play MPEG-1,  
MPEG-2, MP3, WMA and JPEG files, the  
BDS receiver is a full-line media player 
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Playlist function makes it easy to play your 
favorite files from USB devices or CD-Rs
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Upgradable firmware automatically retrieves 
upgrades when receiver is connected to the 
Internet
Performance
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HDMI interface with 3D lets you maximize the 
immersive experience from 3D sources and a 3D 
TV, and delivers the highest-quality digital video 
and audio (up to 1080p)
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Enhanced EzSet/EQ equalization calibrates the 
BDS receiver of your speakers for maximum 
performance in any room
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Digital amplifier technology keeps the audio 
signal in the digital domain from source to 
amplifier output, improving sound quality
Go online to register your purchase and access tips that 
will show you just how beautiful sound can be.
www.harmankardon.com/registermyproduct