I didn't see or test it but it does have the IR integrated. Its on top of the frame, similar to what you have with BV9.
You can see it here, http://www.bang-olufsen.com/page.asp?id=14
Cheers
JK
BS9000, BS2300, BC2, BL2500, BL3, Bl2, BS1, BV8, BC4, A8