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Plays Videos in Full HD up to 1080p in many formats and codecs from CD, DVD, USB, HD, from the Internet or via the network from your PC, a NAS or Mediaserver


Streams Blu ray ISO files with the complete structure direct from a network source


High quality SONY Blu-ray drive built in (BD Prime 2.0) plays high resolution video from a Blu ray disc


Plays Video from Video DVD as well - plus many other file formats


Plays Audio CDs direct in best quality - and many other formats. Even lossless!


Plays MP3 from CD, DVD, USB, HD, Internet or via your network from your PC, Server, a NAS or MediaServer


Plays MP4, DIVX, XVID and many more formats from CD, DVD, USB, HD, Internet or via the network from your PCs, a NAS or MediaServer


Plays H.264 and many more formats from CD, DVD, USB, HD, Internet or via the network from your PCs, a NAS or MediaServer


Plays MKV Matroska format and many more formats from CD, DVD, USB, HD, Internet or via the network from your PCs, a NAS or MediaServer


Streams IP Radio / Internet Radio from thousands of Internet Radio Stations worlwide


Streams IP TV form thousands of Internet TV Stations worlwide


Java enhanced Internet Browser integrated


Integrated Torrent Downloader for Downloads without a PC running in the background


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Superfast 300MB/s WiFi / Wireless N option


Fast 3 GB/s eSATA I/O integrated (all 2.0 Models)


Several USB Host I/Os for HD, USB Stick, Keyboard/Mouse, CardReader, HUBs aso.


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Bluray + HD Network Player
Bluray Player + Full HD (1080p) Network Media Streaming

HDI Dune HD Max, Smart B1, Smart D1, Smart H1, Smart Extension BE, Smart Extension HE, Smart Extension ME, DUNE HD Base 3.0, DUNE BD Prime 3.0 - the ideal Media Streaming Clients for your Home Cinema


Dune HD Max
All-in-One HD A/V Entertainer ! HD Player, Blu-ray Player + Network Media Streaming Client

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The new top-of-the-range model. Universal all-in-one solution to play video up to Full HD (1080p), combines in one case: universal HD media player and the up-to-date Blu-ray player.

Dune HD Max features the powerful modern Sigma Designs SMP8642/8643 video processor, and a built-in silent optical drive that allows the Dune HD Max to play anything from CDDA to DVD and Blu-ray disks. The player also has a 3.5" SATA HDD rack with hot-swap support, an SD card slot, and 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports to connect external storage and extension modules.

One of the main features that distinguishes this media player from its competitors is its special compartment for extension boards. The compartment is located behind a panel at the rear of the media player. Up to 2 boards can be installed simultaneously.

The new device justifiably promises to be as successful as its predecessors in the 3.0 series, which won all possible industry awards, and came out top in all the comparative tests conducted by different high-profile technology publications around the world. The Dune HD Max supports practically all audio and standard and high-definition video formats. It is compatible with all types of "high-definition" sound formats (Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD Master Audio etc.), and plays DVD and Blu-ray discs and images with ease. Special notice should be taken of the extremely fast networking speed, the IPTV and Internet Radio functions, as well as the built-in.

Key Features

  • The newest Sigma Designs 8642/8643 media processor
  • Blu-ray and DVD player
  • HDD player
  • Network player
  • MKV player
  • HD audio
  • 3 USB ports
  • HDD rack with hot swap function
  • SD card slot
  • HDMI 1.3
  • Extended support for Dolby True HD and DTS HD Master Audio
  • Video output flexibility
  • Upscaling
  • File browser
Dune HD Max Quickstart Guide, PDF 1 MB English & Russian
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Extra Functions

High-quality music playback

Playlists

NAS function

BitTorrent

Customizable user interface

Flash applications

Internet radio

IPTV

Digital TV option

Internet browsing



Dune HD Duo
Network Media Player with two HDD Racks
Dune HD Duo Netzwerk Media Player mit zwei Einbauschächten für Festplatten
The HDI Dune company is proud to present the new uniquely equipped network media player Dune HD Duo. The new model is oriented towards demanding customers which don't like compromise solutions or limitations, including those related to home media library storage space and ease of access. For this purpose the engineers from HDI Dune have equipped the new model with two racks for 3.5" SATA HDDs, which allows to reach the unprecedented for today's media players internal storage space of 4 terabytes.

This player is equipped with the currently most advanced video processor Sigma Designs SMP8642 (SMP8643), and has the same functionality as the company's flagship model — Dune HD Max media center. In addition to the mentioned two HDD racks, the player has a slot for SD memory cards and three high-speed USB 2.0 ports for connecting external storage and extension modules.

One of the main features that distinguishes this media player from its competitors is its special compartment for extension boards. The compartment is located behind a panel at the rear of the media player. Up to 2 boards can be installed simultaneously.

Details of the Dune HD Duo Preise / Bestellen / Order

Dune HD Duo
Extra Functions

High-quality music playback

Playlists

NAS function

BitTorrent

Customizable user interface

Flash applications

Internet radio

IPTV

Digital TV option

Internet browsing



Dune HD Lite 53D
Entry-level universal Full HD (1080p) Media Player and Set-Top-Box for Digital TV


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Dune HD Lite 53D is an entry-level universal media player which allows to play back video of standard and high definition up to Full HD (1080p), and also can be used as a specialized set-top-box for digital TV programs reception. The device is compact and looks attractive.

The player features two high-speed USB 2.0 ports, SD memory card slot and SATA (in case the internal HDD is installed, the external SATA port is turned off) connector (together with SATA power connector) for connecting external storage. Set of video outputs is represented by one HDMI v1.3 port, composite and component analog outputs. Sound may be connected via HDMI, using the optical Toslink interface, or an RCA stereo connectors. A special feature is the capability to play back audio and video files over a local network. For this purpose an Ethernet port is offered, which allows to transmit data with a high rate of up to 100 Mbits per second.

In terms of functionality, the Dune HD Lite 53D meets all requirements addressed to modern multimedia players of low-price segment, and in many points exceeds them. For example, it allows to install a 2.5" SATA HDD inside the case for recording and playback of different audio and video contents.

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Dune HD Lite 53D

Extra Functions
High-quality music playback

Playlists

NAS function

BitTorrent


Customizable user interface

Internet radio

IPTV

Digital TV option



Dune HD Lite 53D Quick Start Guide PDF download

Dune HD Lite 53D Quick Start Guide PDF download



New, modular SMART Serie Basic Modules
Dune HD Smart B1 - The new, modular Network HD Media Player with Blu-ray Drive


Dune HD Smart B1 - Der neue, modulare Netzwerk HD Media Player mit Blu-ray Laufwerk
Dune HD Smart B1 is an all-in-one solution for up to Full HD (1080p) video playback, combining a universal high definition media player and a modern Blu-ray disc player in one device.
Dune HD Smart players allow to create custom configurations based on the primary (head) unit like Dune HD Smart B1/H1/D1 and several optional extension modules of choice, which can be combined to form an integrated player.

The Dune HD Smart player itself is a head unit which can be extended at user's desire with extension modules, such as the following:
Dune HD Smart HE (adds the option for easy installation of SATA 3.5" HDD with hot swap feature).
Dune HD Smart ME (adds the option for installing different additional modules, in particular, for reception of satellite, cable or digital terrestrial TV).
Extension modules can work exclusively with the head unit (Dune HD Smart player) and use a common control system, implemented via the head unit. The number of connected modules may vary in a wide range: the user can compile his/her own Dune HD Smart system of e.g. two, three and even six components.

In order to group SMART devices by 2 or 3 horizontally, special mounts can be used. For example, a group of 3 modules, including the head unit, combined this way, will comprise a new player of a standard size like the model Dune HD Max.

Dune HD Smart B1 Quickstart Guide, PDF 1 MB English & Russian
Dune HD Smart Flyer, PDF 2,1 MB English

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Dune HD Smart B1 - Der neue, modulare Netzwerk HD Media Player mit Blu-ray Laufwerk
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The individual modules of the SMART series combined

In addition with the SMART extension modules can be combined

High-quality music playback

Playlists; NAS function; BitTorrent

Customizable user interface

Flash applications

Internet radio; IPTV; Digital TV option

Internet browsing



New, modular SMART Serie Basis Modules
Dune HD Smart D1 - The new, modular Network HD Media Player, without Drive (internal 3.5" HDD can be fit), with front display


Dune HD Smart D1 - Der neue, modulare Netzwerk HD Media Player, ohne Laufwerke (intern 3.5" Festplatte nachrüstbar), mit einem Frontdisplay
Dune HD Smart D1 is an all-in-one solution for up to Full HD (1080p) video playback.

Dune HD Smart players allow to create custom configurations based on the primary (head) unit like Dune HD Smart B1/H1/D1 and several optional extension modules of choice, which can be combined to form an integrated player.

The Dune HD Smart player itself is a head unit which can be extended at user's desire with extension modules, such as the following:
Dune HD Smart HE (adds the option for easy installation of SATA 3.5" HDD with hot swap feature).
Dune HD Smart ME (adds the option for installing different additional modules, in particular, for reception of satellite, cable or digital terrestrial TV).
Dune HD Smart BE (adds the option for Blu-ray/DVD/CD playback) (including commercial Blu-ray/DVD discs).
Extension modules can work exclusively with the head unit (Dune HD Smart player) and use a common control system, implemented via the head unit. The number of connected modules may vary in a wide range: the user can compile his/her own Dune HD Smart system of e.g. two, three and even six components. In order to group SMART devices by 2 or 3 horizontally, special mounts can be used. For example, a group of 3 modules, including the head unit, combined this way, will comprise a new player of a standard size like the model Dune HD Max.

Dune HD Smart D1 Quickstart Guide, PDF 1 MB English & Russian

Dune HD Smart Flyer, PDF 2,1 MB English

Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order
Dune HD Smart D1 - Der neue, modulare Netzwerk HD Media Player, ohne Laufwerke (intern 3.5" Festplatte nachrüstbar), mit einem Frontdisplay
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Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order

Dune HD Smart D1

The individual modules of the SMART series combined

In addition with the SMART extension modules can be combined

High-quality music playback

Playlists; NAS function; BitTorrent

Customizable user interface

Flash applications

Internet radio; IPTV; Digital TV option

Internet browsing



New, modular SMART Serie Basic Module
Dune HD Smart H1 - The new, modular Network HD Media Player, with changeable 3,5" HDD


Dune HD Smart H1 - Der neue, modulare Netzwerk HD Media Player, mit von vorne wechselbarer 3,5" Festplatte
Dune HD Smart H1 is an all-in-one solution for up to Full HD (1080p) video playback.

Dune HD Smart players allow to create custom configurations based on the primary (head) unit like Dune HD Smart B1/H1/D1 and several optional extension modules of choice, which can be combined to form an integrated player.

The Dune HD Smart player itself is a head unit which can be extended at user's desire with extension modules, such as the following:
Dune HD Smart HE (adds the option for easy installation of SATA 3.5" HDD with hot swap feature).
Dune HD Smart ME (adds the option for installing different additional modules, in particular, for reception of satellite, cable or digital terrestrial TV).
Dune HD Smart BE (adds the option for Blu-ray/DVD/CD playback) (including commercial Blu-ray/DVD discs).
Extension modules can work exclusively with the head unit (Dune HD Smart player) and use a common control system, implemented via the head unit. The number of connected modules may vary in a wide range: the user can compile his/her own Dune HD Smart system of e.g. two, three and even six components. In order to group SMART devices by 2 or 3 horizontally, special mounts can be used. For example, a group of 3 modules, including the head unit, combined this way, will comprise a new player of a standard size like the model Dune HD Max.


Dune HD Smart H1 Quickstart Guide, PDF 1 MB English & Russian
Dune HD Smart Flyer, PDF 2,1 MB English

Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order
Dune HD Smart H1 - Der neue, modulare Netzwerk HD Media Player, mit von vorne wechselbarer 3,5" Festplatte
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Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order

Dune HD Smart H1

The individual modules of the SMART series combined

In addition with the SMART extension modules can be combined

High-quality music playback

Playlists; NAS function; BitTorrent

Customizable user interface

Flash applications

Internet radio; IPTV; Digital TV option

Internet browsing



To expand the modular SMART Basic Series Modules, you can use the following extension modules:
Dune HD Smart BE Extension. Extends the basic modules D1 or H1 Player with a Blu-ray drive


Dune HD Smart BE Extension. Erweitert die o.a. Basismodule D1 oder H1 Player um ein Blu-ray Laufwerk
The "Smart BE" extension module is intended primarily for use with Dune HD players, in particular, any of the base modules (players) of Dune HD Smart family or with Dune HD Max player. This module contains a special Blu-ray drive for players of premium class, which incorporates low-noise mechanics and optics manufactured by Sony. This module allows to extend Dune HD players capabilities with playback of original and user-recorded Blu-ray discs, DVDs and CDs.

The "Smart BE" extension module is equipped with eSATA interface for the most efficient work with a player (eSATA-eSATA cable comes bundled for connecting to a player).

Bundled with the HD Smart BE extension module there comes the 12V 3A power adaptor, eSATA-eSATA cable, and the brief user guide.

Dune HD Smart Flyer, PDF 2,1 MB English

Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order
Dune HD Smart BE Extension. Erweitert die o.a. Basismodule D1 oder H1 Player um ein Blu-ray Laufwerk
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Dune HD Smart BE Extension

The individual modules of the SMART series combined



SMART Serie extension modul
Dune HD Smart HE Extension. Extends the basic modules B1 and H1 Player with a changeable 3.5" HDD


Dune HD Smart HE Extension. Extends the basic modules B1 and H1 Player with a changeable 3.5" HDD
The "Smart HE" extension module is intended primarily for use with Dune HD players, in particular, any of the base modules (players) of Dune HD Smart family or with Dune HD Max player. This module allows to extend Dune HD players capabilities with a rack for installation of 3.5 inch SATA HDD with hot-swap support. Besides, connection to a player may be performed by either USB 2.0 or eSATA interface.

Also, if desired, the Smart HE module may be used with a PC as a USB or eSATA HDD box.

Being connected to a Dune player or a PC via USB 2.0 interface (using the USB Slave connector on the rear panel of the extension module) the module also serves as a USB hub: two USB Host 2.0 connectors of the module may be used to connect additional external devices which are therefore made available to the Dune player or the PC.

Dune HD Smart Flyer, PDF 2,1 MB English

Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order
Dune HD Smart HE Extension. Extends the basic modules B1 and H1 Player with a changeable 3.5" HDD
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Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order

Dune HD Smart HE Extension

The individual modules of the SMART series combined



SMART Serie extension modul
Dune HD Smart ME Extension. Extends the basic modules with two ports for extension boards for DVB-T, DVB-C or DVB-S/S2 or card modules


Dune HD Smart ME Extension. Erweitert die o.a. Basismodule um zwei Erweiterungsslots für DVB-T, DVB-C oder DVB-S/S2 oder Karten Module
The "Smart ME" extension module is intended primarily for use with Dune HD players, in particular, any of the base modules (players) of Dune HD Smart family or with Dune HD Max player. This module allows to extend Dune HD players capabilities with two ports for extension boards. In particular, in the nearest future there will be available extension boards with DVB-T/T2, DVB-S/S2, DVB-C (aerial, satellite and cable TV), including boards with a slot for access cards needed for reception of encrypted digital channels.

The Smart ME module may be connected to a Dune HD player using the enclosed USB Host-Host special cable, to any of the USB 2.0 Host ports of the player.

Dune HD Smart Flyer, PDF 2,1 MB English

Details zum Dune HD Smart B1 Preise / Bestellen / Order
Dune HD Smart ME Extension. Erweitert die o.a. Basismodule um zwei Erweiterungsslots für DVB-T, DVB-C oder DVB-S/S2 oder Karten Module
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Dune HD Smart ME Extension

The individual modules of the SMART series combined



Dune Remote iPhone / iPad App
Allows to fully control Dune HD players with Apple mobile devices


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The application allows to fully control Dune HD players with Apple mobile devices such as iPhone and iPad. Dune Remote has been developed by the Ukrainian company UkrHD and is absolutely free and available for downloading at Apple Store.

It should be noted that player control with Dune Remote is based on commands sent via TCP/IP, and this means that your iPhone or iPad, as well as the Dune HD player, should be connected to the home network. At the moment of publication of this news the publicly available versions of Dune HD player firmware do not support controlling via this protocol. Such support will be fully integrated into players in the nearest future. Anyway, for all who wants to get aquainted with Dune Remote now, there is a special test version of the firmware available for download at the official manufacturer's site: http://dune-hd.com/firmware/ip_control/
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Baltic Sun At St Petersburg 2003 — Documentary Verified [exclusive]

As St. Petersburg celebrates its 300th anniversary, Baltic Sun at St. Petersburg captures the city at a pivotal turning point—bridging its imperial past, the grim realities of the 20th century, and the bright, uncertain future of a port city reclaiming its identity as the "Window to the West."

Funding was sourced partly from the Russian Ministry of Culture and partly from a grant by the (George Soros’ foundation), which was still active in Russia at the time. This dual funding explains the film’s unique balance: it avoids overt state propaganda while still participating in the official celebratory mood.

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The documentary in question, titled "Baltic Sun at St. Petersburg 2003," claims to provide an insider's look at the ship's operations during its visit to St. Petersburg. The film appears to be a compilation of footage shot by an individual who claims to have been on board the ship or had access to its crew. This dual funding explains the film’s unique balance:

In the landscape of early 21st-century documentary filmmaking, certain works stand as quiet but crucial historical markers. One such film is Baltic Sun at St. Petersburg 2003 (original Russian title: Балтийское солнце в Санкт-Петербурге 2003 ). While not a mainstream blockbuster, this documentary has gained recognition among political historians, Slavic studies scholars, and archival film enthusiasts for its deliberate, observational portrayal of Russia’s former imperial capital during a landmark celebration.

A 12-minute sequence follows a flotilla of tall ships from a dozen countries. The documentary captures not just the spectacle but the logistical chaos behind the scenes: tangled ropes, a translator’s argument with a Dutch captain, and a child dropping a bouquet into the water. Petersburg

of the movement than on voyeurism. It captures a specific moment in St. Petersburg's local history when the Dunes beach was a central hub for this community, reflecting the broader tensions between newfound personal liberties and traditional social norms in early 21st-century Russia.


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