Harman Kardon BDS 5 SO User manual

5.1-channel Blu-ray Disc™receiver
BDS 5
Specifications
harman kardon BDS 5
Designed to bring movie theatre thrills right to your home,
the harman kardon BDS 5 combines an impressive range
of today’s most sought-after features and technologies
into one sleek, top-of-the-line A/V receiver. Specializing
in ‘wow’ factor, the BDS 5 has a Blu-ray Disc™player,
5.1-channel digital amplifier and the very latest in Dolby®
and DTS®surround sound decoding – all blended into a
single, outstanding system. Delivering ultra-faithful sound
reproduction with the highest-resolution picture and
sound quality possible (thanks to an HDMI™1.3a output),
the BDS 5 entertains at every turn – and even has an
intuitive on-screen menu to get novices up and running
with the greatest of ease. If you want the BDS 5 as
part of a complete package, the BDS 800, BDS 700 and
BDS 600 home theatre systems bundle together the
BDS 5 with 360-degree surround sound speakers and a
powerful 200-watt subwoofer – to help the BDS 5 blow
audiences away both near and far.
Highlights
Superb 5.1-channel A/V receiver
Make room for a multitalented full-line media player that plays
music, movies and multimedia – from one vastly capable
system
Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound decoding
Hear TV or film soundtracks with superb surround sound and
optimal clarity – the way the filmmaker intended
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
Learning remote
Control your 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

HARMAN Consumer, Inc.
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA www.harmankardon.com
© 2010 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. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. Blu-ray Disc and BD-Live are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association. DTS-HD Master Audio is a trademark of DTS, Inc. HDMI is a trademark or
registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. iPhone and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. iPod and iPhone are not included.
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
5.1-channel Blu-ray Disc receiver
Key Features
■iPod/iPhone compatibility – System connects to iPod and
iPhone via harman kardon The Bridge IIIP dock (not included)
■Digital amplifier technology: Keeps audio signals in the digital
domain from source to output – reducing conversion artifacts,
improving sound quality and generating less heat
■Extensive connectivity: Three digital inputs and two line outputs
give you the opportunity to expand your system by connecting
other audio components
■Ethernet port: Connect to your home network and experience
next-generation interactive content through BD-Live™
■Heavy-duty gold-plated binding posts: Benefit from ultra-secure
speaker connections and compatibility with a variety of speaker
wire
■Playlist function: Automatically recalls your favourite files stored
on USB or CD-R discs, with minimal button pushing
■Dot matrix information display: Delivers status messages and
allows you to listen to music on the BDS system – without
having to turn on the TV
■Cover art display function: See album cover and artist info while
playing audio files with ID3 tags
■Screen-saver function: Prevents image burn-in on CRT and
plasma displays
■Detachable IEC power cord: Simplify installation by running the
power cord to the installation site – before installing the unit
■Upgradable firmware: Get system upgrades via the on-screen
display to constantly keep your BDS receiver up to date
■Headphone jack: Enjoy private listening when you plug stereo
headphones directly into the BDS receiver
Specifications
Audio Section
■Continuous average power, stereo mode: 65 watts per channel,
20Hz – 20kHz, @ <0.1% THD, both channels driven into 6 ohms
■Multichannel power: 65 watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz, @
<0.1% THD, all channels driven into 6 ohms
■Input sensitivity/impedance (line inputs): 250mV/46k ohms
■Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A): –90dB
■Frequency response @ 1W (±0.5dB): 20Hz – 20kHz
■Slew rate: 40V/µsec
FM Tuner Section
■Frequency range: 87.5MHz – 108.0MHz (US and EU)
■Usable sensitivity IHF: >14dBf
■Signal-to-noise ratio (mono/stereo): –60dB/–55dB
■Distortion mono/stereo: 0.3%/0.5%
■Stereo separation: –45dB @ 1kHz
■Image rejection: –70dB
■IF rejection: –80dB
Disc Player Section
■Supported disc formats: 12cm (5-inch) or 8cm (3-inch) BD-Video
(single-layer or double-layer), DVD-Video, DVD+R/+RW, DVD-R/-
RW, CDDA (CD audio), CD-R/RW discs
■Region code (BD/DVD): A/1 (USA); B/2 (EU)
■Audio formats: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD,
DTS Digital, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master
Audio,
™PCM, WMA (DRM-free version only): WMA9, CBR
@192kbps, VBR @ 355kbps, MP3: 32kbps – 320kbps bitrates,
including variable-bitrate encoding
■Still-image format: JPEG
■Video signal system: NTSC (USA) or PAL (EU)
■Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz ±0.5dB
■Signal-to-noise ratio: –90dB (A-weighted)
■Dynamic range: 90dB (16-bit)
■ THD/1kHz: DVD/CD: 0.1%
■ Wow & flutter: Below measurable limits
Video Section
■Television format: NTSC or PAL (selectable)
■HDMI version: 1.3a, with 30/36-bit Deep Colour
General
■Power requirement: 110 – 240V AC, 50/60Hz
■Power consumption: 110W maximum; <1W standby
■Dimensions (H x W x D): 102mm x 401mm x 260mm
(4"x 15-25/32"x 10-1/4")
■Weight: 6.5kg (14.3 lb)
BDS 5
Depth measurement does not include terminal connections. Height measurement
includes feet and chassis.