Harman-Kardon AVR 3000 manual

A VR 3000 Audio/ V ideo Receiver OWNER’S MANU AL A VR 3000 Power for the Digital Revolution ™ ®[...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 F ront Panel Controls 7 F ront Panel Information Display 9 Rear P anel Connections 11 Remote Control Functions 14 Installation and Connections 14 Audio Equipment Connections 14 Video Equipment Connections 15 SCAR T A/V Connections 16 System and P ower Connections 17 System Confi[...]

INTRODUCTION 3 Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon! With the purchase of a Harman Kardon A VR 3000 you are about to begin many years of lis- tening enjoyment. T he A VR 3000 has been cus- tom designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie sound tracks and every nuance of musical selections . With onboard Dolby* Digital and[...]

4 SAFETY INFORMA TION Safety Information Important Safety Information V erify Line V oltage Before Use Y our A VR 3000 has been designed for use with 220-240-V olt A C 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 voltag[...]

FRONT P ANEL CONTROLS 5 1 Main P ower Switch: Press this button to apply power to the A VR 3000. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode , as indicated by the amber LED 3 sur- rounding the System P ower Control 2 . T his button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit. T o turn the unit off completely and prevent the use o[...]

6 FRONT P ANEL CONTROLS Front P anel Controls 7 Surround Mode Selector: Press this but- ton to change the surround mode by scrolling through the list of available modes . Note that Dolby Digital and DTS modes can be selected only when a digital input is used (See page 26 for more information about surround modes .) 8 T uning Selector: Press the lef[...]

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y AA AB AC AD AE FRONT P ANEL INFORMATION DISPLA Y 7 Front P anel Information Display COAXIAL THEATER 5 CH STEREO HALL 3 - STEREO PRO LOGIC DIGITAL DTS DOLBY D PCM MP3 NIGHT OPTICAL ANALOG OSD LFE 0 C L 0 1 2 3 1 2 3 MEMORY PRESET SLEEP AUTO 5.1 LOGIC 7 CM VMAx NF MUTE TUNED ST A B D E N O K M L T U S[...]

8 FRONT P ANEL INFORMA TION DISPLA Y Front P anel Information Display S Preset Indicator: This indicator lights when the tuner is in use to show that the Preset Number/Sleep Timer R is showing the sta- tion’ s preset memory number . (See page 31 for more information on tuner presets .) T Sleep Indicator: T his indicator lights when the Sleep func[...]

REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS 9 Rear P anel Connections AC INPUT ~230V/50HZ A TAPE FRONT SPKRS (8 Ω ) RIGHT LEFT CENTER SPKR (8 Ω ) PRE OUT 6 CH. DIRECT INPUT ANTENNA DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT VID 3 VID 3 REMOTE VID 2 VID 2 OPT OPT COAX COAX VID 1 VID 1 DVD DVD CD MON. OUT IN OUT AM GND FM 75 Ω IN OUT 1 2 1 2 IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT L R CENTER SL FL SUBW[...]

10 REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS Rear P anel Connections  Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these jacks to the composite and/or S-Video input of a TV monitor or video projector to view the on- screen menus and the output of any video source selected by the receiver’ s video switcher .  Front/Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the match[...]

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q            REMO TE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 11 Remote Control Functions P ower On Button IR T ransmitter Window Program/SPL Indicator P ower Off Button Input Selectors A VR Selector AM/FM T uner Select EzSet Sensor Microphone T est Button Sleep Button Surround Mode Sele[...]

12 REMO TE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Remote Control Functions IMPORT ANT NOTE: T he A VR 3000’ s remote may be programmed to control up to seven devices , including the A VR 3000. Before using the remote , it is important to remember to press the Input Selector button 4 that corre- sponds to the unit you wish to operate . In addi- tion, the A VR 3000’ [...]

REMO TE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 13 J Direct Button: Press this button when the tuner is in use to start the sequence for direct entry of a station’ s frequency . After pressing the button simply press the proper Numeric K eys H to select a station (See page 31 for more information on the tuner). K T uning Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, these button[...]

14 INST ALLATION AND CONNECTIONS After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to mak e the connections to your audio and video equipment. Audio Equipment Connections We recommend that you use high-quality inter- connect cables when making connections to source equipment and recorders to[...]

INST ALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 15 Installation and Connections SCAR T A/V Connections F or the connections described above your video device needs RCA (cinch) connectors or/and S- Video connectors for all Audio and Video signals: Any normal video device (Not SVHS or High 8) for only playback needs 3 RCA jacks , VCRs for record and playback even 6 RC[...]

16 INST ALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Installation and Connections System and P ower Connections T he A VR 3000 is designed for flexible use with external control components and power ampli- fiers . Remote Control Extension If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smok ed glass cabinet door , the obstruction may prevent the remote sensor from receivi[...]

SY STEM CONFIGURATION 17 System Configuration When all audio , video and system connections have been made , there are a few configuration adjustments that must be made . A few minutes spent to correctly configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to your listening experience . Speaker Selection No matter which type or brand of speak ers is u[...]

18 SY STEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration First T urn On and Use of the OSD Once the speak ers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps are to program the system configur ation memories . With the A VR 3000 two kind of memories are used, those associated individually with the input selected, e .g. surround modes , and oth[...]

SY STEM CONFIGURATION 19 Input Setup T he first step in configuring the A VR 3000 is to select an input. T his may be done by pressing the front panel Input Source Selector ! until the desired input’ s name appears momen- tarily in the Main Information Display Y , and the green LED lights next to the input’ s name in the front panel Input Indic[...]

20 SY STEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration you are in doubt as to which category describes your speak ers, consult the specifications in the speak ers’ owner’s manual, or ask your dealer . Remember that the speak er setup must be made individually for each input of the A VR 3000. It is best to select the Dolby Pro Logic mode for making the s[...]

SY STEM CONFIGURATION 21 Within five seconds , either press the front panel ‹ / › Selector buttons 5 or the ⁄ / ¤ buttons D on the remote to select a different speak er position, or press the Set Button Ó F to begin the adjustment process for the front left and right speak ers When the Set button Ó F has been pressed and the system is read[...]

22 SY STEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration Logic delay should be set at twenty millisec- onds . NO TE: The DTS , Logic 7, 5CH Stereo, Hall and T heater modes use a fixed, nonadjustable delay time . T he Dolby Digital Mode also includes a separate setting for the center channel delay mode , since the discrete nature of these signals mak es the lo[...]

SY STEM CONFIGURATION 23 Using EzSet Harman Kardon’ s exclusive EzSet remote makes it possible to quickly and accurately set the AVR 3000’ s output levels without the use of a sound pressure meter , although manual adjustment is also available . However , for the easiest set-up , follow these steps while seated in the listening position that wi[...]

24 SY STEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration Continue to adjust the individual speak ers until they all have the same volume . Note that adjust- ments should be made with the ‹ / › buttons E on the remote only , NO T the main vol- ume controls . Y ou may also adjust the output levels manually while using the level indication feature of the [...]

OPERA TION 25 Operation Basic Operation Once you have completed the setup and configu- ration of the AVR 3000, it is simple to operate and enjoy . The following instructions should be followed for you to maximize your enjoyment of your new receiver: T urning the A VR 3000 On or Off • When using the AVR 3000 for the first time , you must press the[...]

26 OPERA TION Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEA TURES DELA Y TIME RANGE DOLBY DIGIT AL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides Center: 0 ms – 5 ms up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low F requency Effects Initial Setting – 0 ms channel. Surround: 0 ms – 15 ms Ini[...]

OPERA TION 27 Operation Surround Mode Selection One of the most important features of the A VR 3000 is its ability to reproduce a full multi- channel surround sound field from digital sources , analog matrix surround encoded pro- grams and standard stereo or even mono pro- grams . In all, a total of thirteen listening modes are available on the AVR[...]

28 OPERA TION Operation or a PCM audio track from DVD , use the Logic 7 C or Cinema mode . F or stereo or surround encod- ed pure music recordings use the Logic 7 M or Music mode for a wider front sound stage (see Surround Mode Chart page 26). MP3 Audio Playback T he A VR 3000 is one of the first A/V receivers to provide on-board decoding for the M[...]

OPERA TION 29 is important to note that although Dolby Digital, for example , is referred to as a “5.1” system, not all Dolby Digital DVD or audio tracks selected on DVD or other Dolby Digital programs are encod- ed for 5.1. T hus, it is sometimes normal for a DVD with a Dolby Digital soundtrack to trigger e .g. only the “L ” and “R” in[...]

30 OPERA TION Operation Output Level T rim Adjustment Normal output level adjustment for the A VR 3000 is established using the test tone, as outlined on pages 22 and 23. In some cases , however , it may be desirable to adjust the output levels using program material such as a test disc, or a selection you are familiar with. Additionally , the outp[...]

OPERA TION 31 Operation T uner Operation T he A VR 3000’ s tuner is capable of tuning AM, FM and FM Stereo broadcast stations and receiv- ing RDS data. Stations may be tuned manually , or they may be stored as favorite station presets and recalled from a 30 position memory . Station Selection 1. Press the AM/FM T uner Select button 6 on the remot[...]

32 OPERA TION Operation RDS Operation T he A VR 3000 is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a wide range of information to FM radio . Now in use in many countries , RDS is a system for transmitting station call signs or network information, a description of station program type , text messages about the station or specifics of a mus[...]

OPERA TION 33 Operation • JAZZ : Jazz Music • COUNTRY : Country Music • NATIONAL : National Music • OLDIES : Oldies Music • FOLK M : Folk Music • DOCUMENT : Documentary Programs • TEST : Emergency T est • ALARM : Emergency Broadcast Information Y ou may search for a specific Program Type (PTY) by following these steps: 1. Press the [...]

34 ADV ANCED FEATURES Advanced Featur es T he A VR 3000 is equipped with a number of advanced features that add extr a flexibility to the unit’ s operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, they pro- vide additional options that you may wish to use . Display Brightness T he A VR 3000’ s front panel Main Infor[...]

ADV ANCED FEATURES 35 Semi-OSD Settings T he semi-OSD system places one line messages at the lower third of the video display screen whenever the V olume , Input Source , Surround mode or tuner frequency of any of the configura- tion settings are changed. T he semi-OSD system is helpful in that enables you to have feedback on any control changes or[...]

36 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE Progr amming the Remote T he A VR 3000 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control not only the receiver’ s functions, but also most popular brands of audio and video equipment, including CD players , TV sets, cable boxes , VCRs, satellite receivers and other home-theater equipment. Once the A VR 3000’[...]

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 37 Progr amming the Remote Macro Progr amming Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently used combinations of commands with the press of a single button on the A VR 3000’ s remote con- trol. Once programmed, a macro will send out up to 19 different remote codes in a pre-deter- mined sequential order enabling you to autom[...]

38 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE Progr amming the Remote Programmed Device Functions Once the A VR 3000’ s remote has been pro- grammed for the codes of other devices , press the appropriate Input Selector 4 to change the remote from control over the A VR 3000 to the additional product. When you press any of these buttons , it will briefly flash in red [...]

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 39 Channel Control Punch-Through T he A VR 3000’ s remote may be programmed to operate so that the channel control function for either the TV , cable or satellite receiver used in your system may be used in conjunction with one of the other devices controlled by the remote . F or example , while using and controlling the VC[...]

40 FUNCTION LIST Function List No . Button Name A VR Function DVD CD/CDR 1 P ower Off P ower Off P ower Off P ower Off 2 P ower On P ower On P ower On P ower On 3 Mute Mute 4 AV R A VR Select 5 DVD DVD Input Select DVD Select 6 CD CD Input Select CD Select 7 T ape T ape Input Select 8 VID 1 Video 1 Select 9 VID 2 Video 2 Select 10 VID 3 Video 3 Sel[...]

FUNCTION LIST 41 Function List No . Button Name T ape VCR (VID 1) TV (VID 2) CBL (VID 3) SA T(VID 3) 1 P ower Off Power Off Power Off P ower Off P ower Off Power Off 2 P ower On P ower On Power On P ower On Power On P ower On 3 Mute Mute 4 AV R 5 DVD 6 CD 7 T ape T ape Select 8 VID 1 VCR Select 9 VID 2 TV Select 10 VID 3 VID 3 Select 11 VID 4 12 AM[...]

42 SETUP CODES Setup Code T able: TV Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List AIWA 110 AKAI 011 020 022 042 053 056 089 093 ALBA 020 040 ARC EN CIEL 017 019 024 056 059 ARCAM 017 BANG & OLUFSEN 088 BEK O 022 BLA UPUNKT 011 075 076 077 BRANDT ELECTRONIQUE 017 019 024 056 059 BRION VEGA 023 088 BRUNS 023 088 BUSH 010 020 040 043 092 BUSH(UK) [...]

SETUP CODES 43 Setup Code T able: TV (continued) Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List NEC 010 043 NECKERMANN 023 078 088 102 NOKIA 040 046 092 100 NORDMENDE 009 017 019 024 053 056 059 069 080 093 094 ORION 038 040 091 O TTO VERSAND 010 020 022 043 075 076 077 078 092 102 P ANASONIC 018 085 P A THE' MARCONI 017 019 024 056 059 PHILCO 0[...]

44 SETUP CODES Setup Code T able: VCR Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List AIWA 039 044 055 073 112 116 121 148 152 AKAI 044 053 090 092 103 149 150 155 AKURA 112 ALBA 061 073 121 144 AMSTRAD 039 107 148 ANITECH 155 ARC EN CIEL 044 045 090 ARIST ONA 049 091 109 ASTRA 148 ASTRO SOUND 155 A TLANTIC 155 A UDIOSONIC 165 166 BANG & OLUFSEN [...]

SETUP CODES 45 Setup Code T able: VCR (continued) Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List JENSEN 044 JVC 044 045 047 085 090 112 135 KARCHER 042 054 155 KENDO 103 KENWOOD 019 044 047 112 K OERTING 155 KUBA 147 148 LLO YD 039 148 LOEWE 065 LOEWE OPT A 054 082 091 109 155 MAGNA VOX 060 062 MARANTZ 036 050 054 073 091 109 MEMOREX 015 019 039 049[...]

46 INTRODUCTION Setup Code T able: VCR (continued) Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List T ANDBERG 032 127 TEAC 039 044 148 TEC 148 155 TECHNICS 107 147 TELEFUNKEN 044 045 090 TELERENT 147 148 TENSAI 148 155 THOMSON 044 045 047 090 THORN 044 085 090 135 THORN-FERGUSON 044 083 085 090 094 100 104 108 130 131 135 149 155 156 157 158 T OSHIBA [...]

INTRODUCTION 47 Setup Code T able: CD Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 Digit) List AIWA 072 111 118 156 170 ARCAM 217 221 AKAI 050 177 184 A UDIOMECA 127 221 BSR 044 CALIFORNIA A UDIO 015 109 CAPETRONIC 070 CROWN 042 DENON 187 188 213 FISHER 055 068 FUNAI 126 GOLDST AR 016 087 GRUNDIG 217 221 225 226 227 228 HAIT AI 099 214 HARMAN KARDON 001 002 0[...]

48 SETUP CODES Setup Code T able: SA T Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List AIWA 441 AKAI 333 ALBA 301 411 AMSTRAD 432 ANKARO 421 ASTRO 476 477 478 479 480 481 482 483 BLA UPUNKT 338 390 BUSH 348 406 BUSH(UK) 353 ECHOST AR 347 FERGUSON 345 348 352 353 363 364 367 406 411 424 FINLUX 309 310 FTE 380 FUBA 314 347 421 GOODMANS 411 GRUNDIG 338 3[...]

SETUP CODES 49 Setup Code T able: DVD Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 Digit) List CALIFORNIA A UDIO 040 DENON 002 019 022 034 GE 003 004 GOLDST AR (LG) 005 HARMAN KARDON 001 032 JVC 006 KENWOOD 007 MAGNA VOX 009 033 MARANTZ 033 MITSUBISHI 023 036 NAD 010 ONKY O 015 P ANASONIC 024 025 034 035 PHILIPS 033 PIONEER 012 020 038 041 RUNCO 027 SAMSUNG 0[...]

50 TROUBLESHOO TING GUIDE T roubleshooting Guide Processor Reset In the rare case where the unit’ s operation or the displays seem abnormal, the cause may involve the erratic oper ation of the system’ s memory or microprocessor . T o correct this problem, first unplug the unit from the AC wall outlet and w ait at least three min- utes . After t[...]

TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 51 T echnical Specifications Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average P ower (FTC) 50 W atts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms Five-Channel Surround Modes P ower Per Individual Channel F ront L&R channels: 40 W atts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms [...]

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