Harman KardonBDS-685S Blu-rayDisc

The Harman Kardon BDS-685S is a premium 5.1-channel, 525-watt Blu-ray home theatre system that delivers stunning 4K UHD video and immersive audio. Seamlessly combining traditional media with modern streaming technologies, it is the perfect centrepiece for your connected home entertainment setup.

Key Features

• High-performance 5.1-channel, 525-watt home theatre system
• 4K UHD upscaling for Blu-ray discs, DVDs, and other video sources
• Wireless streaming with Spotify Connect, Bluetooth®, Apple AirPlay, and DLNA 1.5
• Built-in Wi-Fi for easy network connectivity without cables
• Three HDMI inputs with 3D, Audio Return Channel (ARC), and MHL™ support
• 200-watt, 8-inch downward-firing powered subwoofer for deep bass
• Front-panel USB port supporting audio, video, and image playback
• Harman EzSet/EQ™ III auto-calibration for optimised sound in any room
• Programmable IR remote and Harman Kardon Remote app for iOS and Android

Overview

The BDS-685S is an all-in-one entertainment solution bridging traditional media formats like CD, DVD, Blu-ray and radio with digital streaming services and connected apps. Upscale your existing Blu-ray and DVD collections to brilliant 4K resolution on your UHD TV. Stream your favourite music effortlessly using built-in Spotify Connect, Bluetooth®, AirPlay, and DLNA technologies.

Powered by a digital power supply, the system delivers accurate, dynamic sound with enhanced clarity and realism, even at high volumes. Its unique downward-firing subwoofer provides rich, room-filling bass without the typical front-firing subwoofer limitations.

Enjoy seamless connectivity with three HDMI inputs supporting 3D, 30/36-bit Deep Colour, Audio Return Channel (ARC), and Mobile High-Definition Link™ (MHL™) for direct streaming from compatible devices such as smartphones and tablets. The front USB port allows playback of multiple audio, video, and image formats from USB drives or Apple devices.

Harman’s EzSet/EQ™ III auto-calibration uses a plug-in microphone and easy-to-follow menu to precisely adjust volume levels, speaker distance, delay, and equalisation for optimal sound tailored to your room acoustics.

Control your home theatre effortlessly with the included programmable infrared remote or via the Harman Kardon Remote app for iOS and Android. The high-resolution on-screen display provides intuitive navigation through system setup, music libraries, and online services with clear album artwork and metadata.