Denon ASD-51N and ASD-51W network-enabled iPod docks
Building on the capabilities and benefits of Denon’s predecessor ASD-3N/W models, the ASD-51N and ASD-51W add exciting new features that give users an even greater level of network connectivity to many A/V components, including A/V receivers and video display products, allowing them to stream audio and picture files from both PC or MAC.
Both new devices let users stream music from internet radio stations from around the globe and currently the internet station table provides access to over 7000 stations covering every country and genre imaginable. They also provide connection to other network attached storage devices. As with the ASD-3N/W, the devices recharge the iPod while in the dock.
Both new Denon Network-Enabled iPod Docks were engineered with a variety of features and capabilities designed to help professional custom integrators better serve their clients. For example, they offer IP Control (AMX/Crestron), Web Remote Control via a very smart web interface, and iPod audio streaming to new Denon networked products. Both models also feature a special “Party Mode” feature for use with new ’10 series Networked Denon A/V receivers that allows users to enjoy music throughout the home played simultaneously in up to five Denon devices on the network.
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The new Denon iPod docks provide Windows 7 connectivity and overall faster networking capabilities. Notably, the ASD-51W adds Wi-Fi (11b/g) connectivity and WPS compatibility (Wi-Fi protected setup). This easy solution for wireless connectivity allows users to quickly connect the ASD-51W to the wireless router and automatically start communication and authentications without having to enter any password or SSID input. Adding to their flexibility and convenience, both new products also feature Digital Coaxial Output and Last Function Memory. For additional connection flexibility, the units feature an IR (Infrared) pass-through, allowing them to act as an IR sensor for other products – even those that may be enclosed behind cabinets.
To minimise remote control clutter, both devices connect to almost any Denon receiver using the dock control port and giving users control of their iPod via the receiver’s remote control. Whether connected to a current Denon receiver or other product, audio and video signals are sent via analogue audio output and S-Video to the respective inputs on a connected device in order to view the GUI and hear the audio. The two models include a remote control and feature a screen saver and a newly designed GUI for displaying meta-data, full-colour album artwork and user photos.
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