Harman Kardon AVR55 Owners Manual

Harman Kardon AVR55 Manual

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  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 1
    Harman Kardon AVR55 Audio/ Video Receiver Volume EC D 2 URCE TAL PHONO TV Center Level Surround Level Subwoofer Level DVD VID 1 VID 1 REC. VID 2 FRT/REAR SPK. MODE SURR.OFF SURR. MODE
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    26 Source Selection 22 TV Auto-On 23 Surround Mode Selection 23-24 Dolby Digital 24 Night Mode 24 PCM Audio Playback 25 Tuner Operation 25-26 Tape Recording 26 Troubleshooting Guide 27 Technical Specifications 28 250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury, NY 11797 ©1998 Harman Kardon, Incorporated
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    , the AVR55 delivers six discrete channels of audio that take advantage of the digital sound tracks from AVR55 is one of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon. ■ On-Board Dolby Digital Decoding ■ Coax, Optical or RF Digital Inputs ■ Six Analog Surround Modes ■ Learning Remote Control
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    AVR55 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 support the servicing) instructions
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    accordance with the instructions, may cause used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions have been used. EXAMPLE - (bold type) indicates a specific remote control
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    Front Panel Controls 7 AVR 55 ¸ ˘¯ Volume 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 MEMO FM MODE AM/FM TUNE 5 0 CD T• MON VID Balance VIDEO 2 Min Max Min Max L R Video L Audio R 2 4 68 1 3 57 9 1 Main Power Switch 2 System Power Control 3 Power Indicator 4 Memo Button 5 Headphone Jack 6 FM
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    AVR55. When the switch is pressed the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber LED 3 surrounding the System Power control 2. This button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit. To turn the unit off and prevent the use of the remote control in and sound is heard will manually tune
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    to temporarily connect an audio/video source such as a video game or camcorder to the AVR55. To select these jacks receiver. See page 7 for a complete explanation of the display. 36 Remote Sensor Window: The sensor behind this window receives infrared signals from the remote control. Aim the remote
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    is the number of minutes remaining before the AVR55 will return to the Standby mode. F to select and enter a preset memory location for a specific radio station. I Auto Mode In Indicator: This indicator illuminates when a station is being received with sufficient signal strength to allow for
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    1 REC TAPE 2 PLAY TAPE 2 REC L PHONO R IN OUT REMOTE CONTROL VIDEO MON. VIDEO 2 PLAY IN VIDEO 1 OUT DVD PLAY TV R VIDEO L R FRONT SPEAKER (8Ω) R L R L REAR SPEAKER (8Ω) MODEL NO.: AVR55 HARMAN KARDON NORTHRIDGE CALIFORNIA, U.S.A. AC OUTLETS CENTER SPEAKER (8Ω) SWITCHED ~120V
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    !d on the front panel or remote. ¤ TV Inputs: Connect the audio and video outputs from a TV, Satellite receiver or other A/V source to these jacks Harman Kardon products so that they will receive infrared commands captured by the AVR55's remote sensor. c Remote Control Extension Input: If the AVR55
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    Remote Control Functions 13 AVR 55 a Use/Learn b Source Power c Main Power d Audio Source Selectors e Video Source Selectors f Night Mode g Delay h Digital Audio Input Selectors i AM/FM j Select k Test Tone l Channel Select m Speaker Level Adjust n Main Volume o Display p Mute q Transport Controls
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    the audio output of the receiver. Press it again to return to the previous volume level. q Transport Controls: These buttons may be programmed to control the CD, cassette, DVD or LD remote control. The Reverse Play button fi also operates the FM Mode function of the AVR55's tuner. r Tune/Search and
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    remote. b. When CD is selected these buttons act as forward and reverse "Skip" buttons to move to the next track or chapter on the disc. c. When a compatible Harman Kardon mode when an appropriate digital audio source is present and the the time increment before the AVR55 goes into the Standby mode
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    supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment. These steps need to be done only when the receiver jacks • , on the AVR55. 4. Connect the output of any digital sources to be used to the appropriate connections on the AVR55 rear panel. The Optical and
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 16
    video OUT jacks to the Video 1 In jacks ° on the rear panel. The audio and video IN jacks on the VCR should be connected to the Video 1 Out jacks › on the AVR55. Remote Control Extension If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smoked glass cabinet door, the obstruction may prevent the internal
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 17
    Programming and Operation 18 This product is equipped with a powerful remote control. As supplied, it will operate the receiver, as well as most CD players and tape decks manufactured by Harman Kardon. If your equipment requires different codes, it may be programmed to copy the codes from most
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    key, proceed to the next step. 3. Press the button on the remote that is to be programmed. Note that the Learning LED will illuminate. 4. Place the remote head to head with the remote control whose function is being learned. The two remotes should be no more than 8 inches apart. 5. Press and hold
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    audio have a noticeable impact on the quality of sound reproduced. No matter which type or brand of in the center channel speaker. Depending on the specifics of your room acoustics and the type of the type of subwoofer used. Follow the instructions of the subwoofer's manufacturer, or experiment with
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 20
    Power Control 2 on the front panel or the Main Power On button c on the remote and note that the Power Indicator 3 will turn green. Bass Management The settings made during the speaker configuration process will determine which speakers receive low-frequency information, which are those sounds below
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    little or no sound in the surround channels. This is because they are only used when a movie director or sound mixer specifically places sound there to create certain that the Balance Control Ù is set to the center "12 o'clock" position. 1. Press the Test Tone button k on the remote to begin the
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    channel. Follow the instructions shown in the is to have the sound level equal to all AVR55 to normal operation. Delay Settings One aspect of the surround modes is the delay of audio signals between the front speakers and the rear speakers. Each surround mode is factory preset with a specific
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 23
    operation, first calculate the correct timings as outlined above. Next, make certain that the AVR55 is in the Dolby Digital mode by pressing the Dolby Digital/AC-3 button Û z on the front panel or remote. Make certain that the Dolby Digital Indicator B is illuminated. Press the Select button j and
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 24
    receiver, it is simple to operate and enjoy. The following instructions will provide the steps needed to enjoy the AVR55: • When using the AVR55 button. • When an audio source is selected the sound levels. • Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the front panel Volume Control ˘ or remote
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 25
    of a video source such as the TV. This eliminates the need to manually turn on the AVR55 with a separate remote command. While this feature is most commonly used with a TV, it may be used with any video source such as a satellite receiver or VCR. To use the TV Auto-On feature follow these steps
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 26
    x on the remote or the Surround digital audio sound tracks in audio, video or digital device. Digital datastream outputs from DVD players, HDTV receivers audio. Consult the program guide that accompanies the DVD or Laser Disc to determine which type of audio has been recorded on the disc. The AVR55
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 27
    station is weak, audio quality will be increased by switching to mono mode by pressing the Tuning Mode button 6 q until the STEREO indicator goes out. Preset Tuning Up to 30 stations may be stored in the AVR55's memory for easy recall using the front panel controls or the remote. To enter a station
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 28
    v on the remote. The tuner will run through the list of preset stations, stopping for five seconds at each one. Press the P.Scan button again to stop the scan at your desired station. Tape Recording In normal operation, the audio or video source selected for listening through the AVR55 is sent to
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 29
    that all input and speaker connections are secure • Press Mute button • Turn up volume control • Check speaker-wire connections at receiver and speaker ends for shorts • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot • Select a mode other than Stereo • There is no surround information from mono
  • Harman Kardon AVR55 | Owners Manual - Page 30
    Technical Specifications 31 Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 65 Watts per channel 20Hz-20kHz: @ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 Ohms Five-Channel Surround Mode Power Per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 55 Watts per channel, @ 0.07% THD, 20Hz-20kHz into 8
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    AVR 55 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 VID 1 RE TV DVD VID SOU DIGI MEMO FM MODE AM/FM TUNE CD T• MON T •2 Power Headphones Speaker Printed in Korea Part #1111-AVR55REVOM 5707046840021
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Harman Kardon
AVR55
Audio/ Video Receiver
Owner’s Manual
VID
1
REC.
SPK. MODE
SURR.OFF
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SURR. MODE
NIGHT
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Contour
Bass
Treble
Balance
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DIGITAL
Subwoofer Level
Surround Level
Center Level
PHONO
TV
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Video
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Max
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Audio
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RF
COAX
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FRT/REAR
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