Harman-Kardon AVR 146 manual

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2 SAFETY INFORMA TION 1. Read Instructions. All the safety and operating instruc- tions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instruc- tions should be retained for future reference . 3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to . 4. Fol[...]

3 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Y our A VR 146 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about[...]

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5 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION 6 INTRODUCTION 8 FRONT -P ANEL CONTROLS 10 REAR-P ANEL CONNECTIONS 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 15 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEA TER 16 CONNECTIONS 16 Speaker Connections 16 Subwoofer 16 Connecting Source Devices to the AVR 17 Audio Connections 17 Digital Audio 17 Analog Audio 17 Video Connections 17 Digital Video 18 Analog Video[...]

6 Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon ® ! In the years since Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver , we have taken to heart the philosophy of bringing the joy of home entertainment to as many people as possible , adding performance and ease-of-use features that enhance the home entertainment experience . In the years since our first s[...]

7 COM INTRODUCTION Audio Inputs • AM/FM tuner • CD • T ape • 6-Channel direct • /DMP for iPod* audio/video/connectivity Audio/Video Inputs (With S-Video) • Video 1 • Video 2 • Video 3 • DVD • T wo 100MHz assignable component video inputs • Simplay HD ™ - verified HDMI ™ 1 and 2 (switching only) Digital Audio Inputs • Coa[...]

8 Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the power supply on or off . It is usually left pressed in (On position), and cannot be tur ned on using the remote control. Standby/On Switch: This electrical switch turns the receiver on for playback, or leaves it in Standby mode for quick turn-on using this switch or the remote control. Power Ind[...]

9 S urround Mode T uning Pre s et S tation s S urround S elect T uner Band T uning Mode S ource S elect Headphone Jack Digital Audio Input s (Optical 3 and C oaxial 3) Video 3 Video Input s Video 3 Analog Audio Input s Po wer Indicator Main Power S witch S tandby/On S witch Volume S ource Indicator s Me ss age Di s play S urround Mode Indicator s S[...]

10 REAR-P ANEL CONNECTIONS AM and FM Antenna T erminals: Connect the included AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception. Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs: Use two- conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct speaker . Remember to obser ve the correct polarity (positive and negative con[...]

11 FM Antenna AM Antenna Video 2 A/V Inputs Video 1 A/V Outputs Video 1 A/V Inputs Video Monitor Outputs DVD A/V Inputs Component Video Inputs (1 & 2) Component Video Monitor Outputs HDMI Input 2 HDMI Input 1 The Bridge/ DMP Input HDMI Output Subwoofer Output Front Speaker Outputs Surround Speaker Outputs 6-Channel Inputs Center Speaker Outputs[...]

12 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The A VR 146 remote is capable of controlling up to ten devices , including the A VR itself and an iPod docked in the optional The Bridge accessor y . During the installation process , you may program the codes for each of your source components into the remote . Each time you wish to use the codes for any component, [...]

13 13 IR T ran s mitter Len s Program Indicator Power On AVR S elector AM/FM Te s t T one S leep D S P S urround On- S creen Di s play C hannel Level Digital Input T uning Mode Direct S tation Entr y T uning T one Mode Night Mode T rack S kip Tr a n s port C ontrol s Power Off Mute Input S elector s 6 - C hannel Input S elector TV/Video Volume C on[...]

14 14 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Speaker Setup: Press this button to configure speaker sizes , that is , the low-frequency capability of each speaker . Usually this is done using the on-screen menu system, as described in the Initial Setup section. Navigation ( ⁄ / ¤ / ‹ / › ) and Set Buttons: These buttons are used to make selections within t[...]

15 15 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEA TER The A VR 146 may be the first multichannel surround sound receiver you have owned. Although it has more connections and features than two-channel receivers , many of the principles are similar and the new concepts are easy to understand. This introductory section will help you to familiarize yourself with the bas[...]

16 16 CONNECTIONS There are different types of audio and video connections used to connect the receiver to the speakers and video display , and to connect the source devices to the receiver . T o make it easier to keep them all straight, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has established a color -coding standard. T able 1 may be helpful to [...]

17 17 CONNECTIONS Audio Connections There are two formats for audio connections: digital and analog . Digital audio signals are of higher quality , and are required for listening to sources encoded with digital surround modes , such as Dolby Digital and DTS . There are two types of digital audio connections: coaxial and optical. Either type of digi[...]

18 18 CONNECTIONS A VR 146 processing any of the data. Although this enables the AVR 146 to be compatible with virtually any HDMI-capable source device and video display , it requires a separate audio connection for each source since the A VR 146 doesn’t have access to the audio data in the HDMI stream. The A VR 146 has been tested and is Simplay[...]

19 19 Before you begin to connect cables , it is important to place your speakers in their correct locations in the room. Optimally , the speakers should be placed in a circle with the listening position at its center . The distance from the listening position to the video display forms the radius of the circle . See Figure 15. The speakers should [...]

Y ou are now ready to connect your various components to your receiver . Before beginning , make sure that all components , including the A VR 146, are turned completely off and their power cords are unplugged. Don’t plug any of the power cords back in until you ha ve finished making all of your connections. Remember that your receiver generates [...]

21 Device T ype AVR 146 Source Input Audio Connections Video Connections VCR, DVR, PVR, Video 1 • Video 1 Analog (inputs and outputs) • One of Component Video 2, Video 1 S-video TiV o or other and or Video 1 Composite Video Input audio/video recorder • Any one available coaxial or optical • For recording , use Video 1 S-video or digital aud[...]

22 INST ALLA TION Video 1 Source Since this source includes audio and video recording output jacks , it is best suited to a video recorder , such as your VCR or DVR. Referring to T able 2, connect your recorder to the Video 1 Analog Audio inputs and outputs and to any available coaxial or optical digital audio input (and the coax digital audio outp[...]

23 HDMI 1 Source The HDMI 1 source is used with a device that is capable of outputting digital video through an HDMI connection, such as a DVD , HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc player or HDTV tuner . The HDMI 1 source is not used with any of the 2-channel analog audio or video inputs on the A VR 146. Since the A VR 146 is not capable of processing either th[...]

24 INST ALLA TION If you used an HDMI video connection for any of your sources , then connect the HDMI Output on the A VR to an HDMI input on your video display . See Figure 29. As mentioned previously , you will need to make a separate digital audio connection from each source device to the A VR 146, and you will also need to consult the owner’s[...]

25 INST ALLA TION 1. Using the codes in T ables A9–A16 of the Appendix, look up the product type (e .g., DVD , cable TV box) and the brand name of your source . The number(s) listed is/are potential candidates for the correct code set for your particular device . 2. T ur n on your source device . 3. This step places the remote in program mode , a[...]

26 INST ALLA TION Step Nine – T urn On the A VR 146 T wo steps are required the first time you tur n on the AVR 146. 1. Gently press the Master Power Switch until the word OFF is no longer visible . The P ower Indicator above the two power switches should light up in amber , indicating that the A VR is in Standby mode and is ready to be turned on[...]

27 INITIAL SETUP Before you begin enjoying your new receiver , a few adjustments should be made to configure the A VR 146 to match your actual system. Make sure that you have connected a video display to either the S-video or composite video monitor output on the receiver . When you turn on your display and the A VR, you should see a blue screen. A[...]

Y our subwoofer’s frequency response will include only the very lowest frequencies , since the subwoofer is only designed to play bass materials . A typical frequency response for a subwoofer is 25Hz – 150Hz. In this case , the higher number is most important and should be noted in the worksheet. The purpose of programming this information into[...]

29 INITIAL SETUP LEFT/RIGHT : This line tells the AVR 146 the capabilities of your front left and right speakers . Use the ‹ / › Buttons to select either SMALL or LARGE for these speakers . CENTER: Move the cursor to the line for the center speaker , and use the ‹ / › Buttons to select a setting for this speaker . NOTE: If the receiver is c[...]

30 INITIAL SETUP Setting the Speaker Crossover menu correctly ensures that your speakers sound their best. Although you could skip this step the first time you use the receiver , we recommend that you take the few extra minutes to enter the correct crossover settings . Y ou may select from seven possible settings: 40Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 15[...]

31 INITIAL SETUP rainy scene you may only hear rain falling , with the occasional thunder- clap , from the surround speakers while the main dialogue is heard from the center speakers . At times , you may not hear any sounds at all from the surround channels . In order to achieve these effects successfully , it is immportant to calibrate the surroun[...]

32 INITIAL SETUP TEST TONE SEQ: When this setting reads AUTO , the test tone will auto- matically circulate to all channels , pausing for a few moments at each channel and then moving to the next channel several seconds later , as indicated by the blinking cursor . Y ou may adjust the level for any channel when the test tone is paused there by usin[...]

33 INITIAL SETUP AUTO POLL: The Auto Poll feature is used when both an analog audio and digital audio connection have been made for one source device . If for some reason no digital signal is available , the A VR 146 will switch to the analog inputs for the source . This situation can occur with some cable or satellite television broadcasts , where[...]

34 OPERA TION Now that you have installed your system components and completed at least a basic configuration of your receiver , you are ready to begin enjoying your home theater system. T urning On the AVR 146 Gently press the Master Power Switch until the word OFF is no longer visible . The Power Indicator above the two power switches should ligh[...]

35 OPERA TION The A VR 146 is designed to reproduce audio with a minimum amount of distortion, which may lead you to think that your hearing and the equipment can handle higher volumes . W e urge caution with regard to volume levels . Mute Function T o temporarily mute all speakers and the headphones , press the Mute Button on the remote . See Figu[...]

36 OPERA TION The source name will appear in the upper line of the front-panel display . If you retitled the source , only the new title will appear . Otherwise , the audio input assigned to the source (analog or one of the digital audio inputs) will also appear . The surround mode will be displayed on the lower line . The same information will als[...]

37 OPERA TION Example 2: In this example , your multichannel disc player is equipped with an HDMI output. Connect it as follows: a) Connect the player’s coaxial digital audio output to the Coaxial 2 input on the A VR. This input is assigned by default to the HDMI 1 source . b) Connect the player’s HDMI output to the HDMI 1 source input, and mak[...]

38 OPERA TION Recording T wo-channel analog and digital audio signals , as well as composite and S-video signals , are normally available at the appropriate recording outputs . Thus , to make a recording , you need only make sure to connect your audio or video recorder to the appropriate output jacks , as described in the Installation section, inse[...]

Selecting a Surround Mode Surround mode selection can be as simple or sophisticated as your individual system and tastes . Feel free to experiment with the many available surround modes on the A VR 146, and you may find a few that become your favorites for certain sources or program types . Although more detailed information on surround modes may b[...]

Much of the A VR 146’s performance is handled automatically , with little intervention required on your part. However , the AVR 146 is a sophisticated component, and is capable of being customized to suit your particular system and your tastes . In this section we describe some of the more advanced adjustments available on the A VR 146. Y ou may [...]

41 NOTE: The 6.1-channel signals – Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES Matrix and Discrete – each include a flag meant to signal the receiver to decode the surround back channel. Since the A VR 146 is only capable of processing and playing 5.1 channels , the indications EX-OFF or ES-OFF , as appropriate , will always appear for 6.1-channel bitstreams .[...]

42 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS Dolby Surround Settings In addition to the MODE line , the DOLBY SURROUND submenu includes three settings that are active only when the Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode has been selected. See Figure 72. Figure 72 – Dolby Surround Menu Screen CENTER WIDTH: This setting affects how vocals sound through the three front speakers .[...]

43 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS T able 5 – Surround Modes Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Dolby Digital Provides up to five separate main audio channels and a dedicated • Dolby Digital 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, low-frequency effects (LFE) channel. May be encoded for Night mode , 3/0/.0 or .1, 2/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, which al[...]

44 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal DTS Stereo Delivers a 2-channel downmix of DTS Digital materials , or presents • DTS 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0 or .1, a matrix-encoded surround presentation. 3/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1 • DTS 96/24 • DTS-ES Matrix • DTS-ES Discrete DTS Neo:6 [...]

45 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS System Settings The A VR 146 offers several system settings that allow you to make the receiver easier to use rather than directly affecting performance . Most of these settings may be accessed from the SYSTEM SETUP menu, which is selected by pressing the OSD Button and navigating to the SYSTEM SETUP line of the MASTER MENU .[...]

46 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS certain groups of controls to operate another component. For example , while using the A VR to control surround modes and other audio functions , you may operate the transport controls of your DVD player . Or while using the remote to control video functions on your TV , you may use your cable box to change channels and the A[...]

47 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS enables you to exit the on-screen menu system and return the remote to The Bridge mode , again with just one button press . 1. Simultaneously press and hold the M2 (or other unused) Macro Button and the Mute Button until the Program LED flashes . 2. Press the OSD Button (the first command exits the on-screen menu system; this[...]

48 48 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Unit does not function when Main • No AC Power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into Power Switch is pushed a live outlet • Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled Display lights , but no sound • Intermittent input connections • Make certain that all input and speaker conn[...]

49 A VR 146 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 40 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ <0.07% THD , both channels driven into 8 ohms Five-Channel Surround Modes Power per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 30 Watts per channel @ <0.07% THD , 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms Center channel: 30 Watt[...]

50 50 Appendix – Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes T able A1 – Source Input Setting Defaults Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 The Bridge/DMP CD T ape T uner 6-Channel Title INT . TUNER Component Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Video Input Audio I[...]

51 51 APPENDIX T able A4 – Source Input Settings Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 The Bridge/DMP CD T a pe T uner 6-Channel Title INT . TUNER Video Input Component Video Input Audio Input The Bridge/DMP T uner 6-Channel Auto Poll --- --- --- Surround Mode T able A5 – Speaker/Channel Settings Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Vide[...]

52 1 3 6 9 11 13 16 19 22 28 31 2 5 8 15 18 21 24 26 30 47 10 12 14 17 20 23 25 27 29 32 34 33 35 37 36 38 39 41 40 42 43 45 44 46 47 49 48 51 52 53 55 54 56 57 58 50 59 61 62 63 65 64 66 67 68 60 Refer to the numbered buttons in this drawing when using the Function List. Figure 74 – Remote Control Function List Reference T able A6 – Remote Con[...]

53 No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R T a pe VCR (VID1) T iVo (VID1) CBL (VID2) SA T (VID2) TV (VID3) (DMP) HDMI 1/2 1 Power On Power On P ower On Power On Power On Power On/Off Power On P ower On Power On Power On Power On 2 Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off TV Power Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off P ower Off 3 Mute M[...]

54 No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R T ape VCR (VID1) TiVo (VID1) CBL (VID2) SA T (VID2) TV (VID3) (DMP) HDMI 1/2 41 Memory Memor y Audio or Playlist Time 42 T uning Up T uning Up Next Chapter T rack Direct Cancel PPV Cancel Sleep 43 Direct Direct T uner Entr y Angle Random Play F AV FA V Angle/F AV 44 Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Byp[...]

55 APPENDIX TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AIWA 027 A MARK 122 132 ADMIRAL 192 AKAI 123 160 AMPRO 164 ANAM 045 106 109 112 122 AOC 122 123 128 BLAUPUNKT 084 BROKSONIC 205 206 CANDLE 123 128 CAPEHART 059 CENTURION 123 171 CENTRONIC 045 CITIZEN 045 123 128 132 CLASSIC 045 CONCERTO 128 CONTEC 045 CORANDO 172 CORONADO 132 CRAIG 045 157 158 159[...]

56 APPENDIX TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number TECHWOOD 128 TEKNIKA 045 069 115 123 128 132 TELERENT 069 TERA 156 THOMSON 190 191 TMK 128 TOSHIBA 063 129 202 TOTEVISION 132 VIDEO CONCEPTS 160 VIDTECH 128 WARDS 069 128 132 148 Y AMAHA 123 128 YORK 128 YUPITERU 045 ZENITH 069 090 ZONDA 122 VCR Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AIWA 040 AKAI 0[...]

57 CD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ADCOM 063 069 AIWA 072 111 118 156 170 AKAI 050 177 184 AUDIO TECHNICA 053 AUDIOACCESS 125 AUDIOFILE 211 BSR 044 CALIFORNIA AUDIO 109 CAPETRONIC 070 CARRERA 087 CARVER 136 140 141 143 144 146 185 186 CASIO 117 166 CLARINETTE 166 DENON 187 188 213 EMERSON 052 093 108 FISHER 055 095 FRABA 117 FUNAI 126 GE 16[...]

58 SA T Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ALPHAST AR 472 ALPHAST AR DBS 450 ALPHAST AR DSR 442 BIRDVIEW 425 CHANNEL MASTER 320 321 325 361 CHAP ARRAL 315 316 451 CITOH 360 DRAKE 313 317 318 413 481 DX ANTENNA 331 352 379 483 ECHOST AR 395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485 ELECTRO HOME 392 FUJITSU 324 329 334 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 303 311 323 365 403 [...]

59 T able A15 – continued APPENDIX CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number SIGNA TURE 001 188 SPRUCER 053 081 177 189 ST ARCOM 002 011 163 ST ARGA TE 120 T ANDY 024 TELECAP A TION 028 TEXSCAN 036 TFC 122 TIMELESS 123 TOCOM 170 205 UNITED CABLE 011 UNIVERSAL 033 034 039 042 113 VIDEOWA Y 124 211 VIEWST AR 019 025 086 089 190 ZENITH 065 125 211 21[...]

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