DVD 23
Harman Kardon DVD 23 – High‑Precision DVD Player with Pixel‑Accurate Video Processing
The Harman Kardon DVD 23 is a high‑performance DVD player engineered to deliver exceptional video clarity and audiophile‑grade sound. Unlike conventional players that rely on line‑based processing, the DVD 23 uses pixel‑by‑pixel video decoding, resulting in noticeably sharper images, improved detail and cleaner motion. Whether you’re watching movies, listening to music or viewing digital photos, the DVD 23 brings a level of refinement that stands out in its class.
With broad disc compatibility — including DVD‑Video, DVD±R/RW, VCD, CD, MP3, WMA and JPEG — the DVD 23 is designed to handle both your movie library and your digital media collection with ease. High‑quality DACs, a built‑in test signal generator and a full‑function backlit remote ensure that setup and operation are as precise as the playback itself.
Key Features
- Pixel‑by‑pixel video processing for superior image sharpness
- DVD‑Video, DVD±R/RW, VCD, CD, CD‑R/RW playback
- MP3, WMA (Windows Media 9) and JPEG support
- DivX® video playback
- Progressive‑scan video output
- High‑quality audio DACs with ultra‑low distortion
- Built‑in test signal for display calibration
- Backlit system remote control
- Multilingual on‑screen display
- Slim, elegant Harman Kardon design
Supported Disc Formats
- DVD‑Video
- DVD‑R / DVD+R / DVD‑RW / DVD+RW
- CD, CD‑R, CD‑RW
- VCD
- MP3 discs
- JPEG photo discs
- DivX® video discs
Supported DVD layers:
- Single‑side / single‑layer
- Single‑side / dual‑layer
- Dual‑side / dual‑layer
Region code:
- Region 1 or Region 0 discs
Audio Performance
- Frequency response (DVD Linear PCM):
- 2 Hz – 22 kHz (48 kHz sampling)
- 2 Hz – 44 kHz (96 kHz sampling)
- Frequency response (CD): 2 Hz – 20 kHz
- Signal‑to‑noise ratio: 113 dB (A‑weighted)
- Dynamic range:
- DVD: 100 dB (18‑bit) / 105 dB (20‑bit)
- CD/DVD: 96 dB (16‑bit)
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.0025% @ 1 kHz
- Wow & flutter: Below measurable limits
- Analog audio output: 2V RMS max
The DVD 23’s audio path is engineered for clean, detailed and dynamic playback across all formats.
Video Performance
- Video signal system: NTSC / PAL
- Composite video output: 1 V p‑p / 75 Ω
- S‑Video output:
- Y (luminance): 1 V p‑p / 75 Ω
- C (chrominance): 0.286 V p‑p
- Component video output:
- Y: 1 V p‑p / 75 Ω
- Pb: 0.7 V p‑p / 75 Ω
- Pr: 0.7 V p‑p / 75 Ω
Pixel‑accurate decoding ensures crisp edges, stable motion and excellent color fidelity.
Connectivity
- Composite video output
- S‑Video output
- Component video output
- Coaxial digital audio output
- Optical digital audio output
- Analog stereo audio output
- IR remote extension jacks
Ease of Use
- Backlit remote control
- Multilingual on‑screen display
- Built‑in test signal for display calibration
- Random, repeat and program playback modes
- Parental control with password
- Smooth scan and slow‑motion playback
- Frame‑by‑frame advance
- Color‑coded rear‑panel connections
Power & Dimensions
- Power requirements: 110–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz
- Power consumption: 2 W (standby) / 20 W (max)
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 63 × 440 × 332 mm
- Weight: 3.7 kg
