The Logitech Squeezebox Duet is a network music system that allows users to wirelessly stream their digital music files as well as listen to Internet Radio. The device is compatible with most compressed audio as well as lossless formats. The Duet features true 802.11g wireless networking and is also compatible with 802.11b wireless access points. It is capable of joining most WPA and WEP protected wireless networks. The Duet features cross platform support and works with Windows, Mac and Linux systems.
The Logitech Squeezebox Duet is composed of the Squeezebox receiver (which can be wired or wireless) and the Squeezebox remote control.
The Squeezebox receiver measures 6.2 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches and comes in glossy black. The receiver has only one backlit button in the front that indicates wireless status. At the back are the power port, Ethernet port and several audio output options. It has the standard RCA output jacks as well as an optical and coaxial hi-fi digital S/PDIF audio out ports. The Squeezebox receiver also supports 802.11g wireless connectivity and features dual antennas for better wireless range.
The Squeezebox controller measures 5.75 x 2 x 0.75 inches and, like the receiver, comes in high gloss black. The remote features an LED backlit 2.4 inch TFT LCD that runs at a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels with support for up to 256k colors. It has a physical scroll wheel as well as buttons for adjusting volume, controlling music playback and navigating through the menu system.
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