30935_AVR145_ENG 01/12/06 9:53 Side 1 AVR 145 Audio/VideoReceiver OWNER'S MANUAL ENGLISH 30935_AVR145_ENG 01/12/06 9:53 Side 2 Table of Contents 3 4 4 5 7 9 12 12 12 14 15 16 16 17 17 17 17 18 19 20 20 21 22 22 24 26 28 28 30 30 30 31 31 31 32 32 32 32 32 32 33 34 34 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 37 37 37 38 38 38 39 39 39 39 40 40 40 40 41 41 Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connections Main Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections Audio Connections Video Connections SCART A/V Connections Power Connections Speaker Selection Speaker Placement System Configuration First Turn On Using the On-Screen Display System Setup Input Setup Surround Setup Night Mode Settings Configuring the Surround Off (Stereo) Modes Automated Speaker Setup Using EzSet Manual Setup Speaker Setup Delay Settings Output Level Adjustment Operation Surround Mode Chart Basic Operation Source Selection 6-Channel Direct Input Controls and Use of Headphones Surround Mode Selection Digital Audio Playback Dolby Digital DTS PCM Audio Playback Selecting a Digital Source Digital Bitstream Indicators Surround mode Types Surround Mode Post Processing PCM Playback Indications Speaker/Channel Indicators Night Mode Tape Recording Using The Bridge Output Level Adjustment With Source Signals Dim function Memory backup System Setup Front Panel Display Fade Turn-On Volume Level Semi-OSD Settings Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment Default Surround Mode Full-OSD Background Color Tuner Operation Basic Tuner Operation Station Selection Preset Tuning RDS Operation RDS Tuning RDS Display Options Program Search Programming the Remote Programming the Remote with Codes 41 Direct Code Entry 41 Auto Search Method 41 Code Readout 42 Macro Programming 42 Programmed Device Functions 42 Volume Punch-Through 43 Channel Control Punch-Through 43 Transport Control Punch-Through 43 Resetting the Remote Memory 44 Function List 46 Troubleshooting Guide 46 Processor Reset 47 Technical Specifications 48 Appendix - Settings Worksheet Declaration of Conformity We, Harman Consumer Group, Inc. 2, route de Tours 72500 Château-du-Loir, FRANCE declare in own responsibility, that the product described in this owner's manual is in compliance with technical standards: EN 55013:2001 + A1:2003 EN 55020:2002 + A1:2003 EN 61000-3-2:2000 EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001 EN 60065:2002 Jurjen Amsterdam Harman Consumer Group, Inc. 11/06 Typographical Conventions In order to help you use this 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 or front-panel button, or rear-panel connection jack EXAMPLE ­ (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display 1 ­ (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control 0 ­ (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection 0 ­ (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote å ­ (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote The appearance of the text or cursor for your receiver's on-screen menus may vary slightly from the illustrations in this manual. Whether the text appears in all uppercase or upper- and lowercase characters, performance and operation remain the same. 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 30935_AVR145_ENG 01/12/06 9:53 Side 3 Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon! With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 145 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. Designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and every nuance of musical selections, the AVR is truly a multichannel receiver for the new millennium. In addition to the traditional 5.1 digital decoding modes such as Dolby Digital and DTS, it offers the latest advancements in surround technology such as Dolby Pro Logic II, the full suite of DTS modes, DTS Neo:6 and the latest 5.1 channel versions of Harman's own Logic 7 technology. The AVR has been engineered so that it is easy to take advantage of all the power of its digital technology. On-screen menus, fully color coded connection jacks and terminals make installation fast and simple. However, to obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you to read this manual. A few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the AVR is able to deliver. If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or custom installer. They are your best local sources of information. Description and Features The AVR is among the most versatile and multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorporating a wide range of listening options. In addition to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for digital sources, a broad choice of surround modes for Matrix surround-encoded or Stereo recordings are available for use with sources such as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR's own FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24, Dolby 3 Stereo, 5 Channel Stereo and Hall and Theater modes, the AVR offers Harman International's exclusive Logic 7 process in 5.1 versions to create a wider, more enveloping field environment and more defined fly-overs and pans. Dolby Virtual Speaker is available to create enveloping sound fields from front left and right speakers, and the latest Dolby Headphone circuitry creates an amazing sense of openness with headphones. In addition to providing a wide range of listening options, the AVR is easy to configure so that it provides the best results with your speakers and specific listening-room environment. A Stereo-Direct mode bypasses the digital processor to preserve all of the subtleties of older analog, two-channel materials, while bass management, available in the surround and Stereo-Digital modes,improves your ability to tailor the sound to suit your room acoustics or taste. The AVR 145 takes the "video" part of its name seriously. Along with two 100MHz analog component video inputs, the AVR 145 provides A/V sync delay so that the lip sync errors ­ commonly seen when digital video processing is used in a source, program or video display ­ are eliminated. For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR features connections for four video devices, all with both composite and S-Video inputs. Two additional audio inputs are available, and a total of six digital inputs and two outputs make the AVR 145 capable of handling all the latest digital audio sources. Coax and optical digital outputs are available for direct connection to digital recorders. A video recording output and a color-coded eight-channel input make the AVR 145 virtually future-proof, with everything needed to accommodate tomorrow's new formats right on board. Until now, Harman Kardon AVRs have been able to accommodate almost any source device equipped with line-level analog, optical digital or coaxial digital outputs, including most digital media players. With one simple connection between the AVR 145 and the optional Harman Kardon , you are able to listen to materials stored on your compatible Apple® iPod®**. Your AVR's system remote control has been preprogrammed with control codes that enable you to select tracks for playback and navigate many of your iPod's functions, even from across the room. The BridgeTM will even let you charge your iPod. The AVR 145's powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon high-current design technologies to meet the wide dynamic range of any program selection. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more then fifty years ago. With state-ofthe-art circuitry and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR 145 is the perfect combination of the latest in digital audio technology, a quiet yet powerful analog amplifier in an elegant, easy-to-use package. Dolby* Digital, Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic* II Decoding, and the full suite of DTS® modes, including DTS Neo:6® Five channels of high-current amplification Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7® processing, for 5.1 processing in a variety of modes remote automatically sets output levels for optimum performance TM Stereo-Direct Mode for Two-Channel Sources Bypasses DSP Processing to Preserve the Integrity of Analog Materials Stereo-Digital Mode for Programmable Bass Management of Low Frequencies Between Main Speakers and Subwoofer Front panel analog A/V inputs Front panel digital inputs for easy connection to portable digital devices and the latest video game consoles Connects to Harman Kardon's (optional) for charging, playback and control of a compatible Apple® iPod® device Input titling for all input sources (except tuner) Multiple digital inputs and outputs On-screen menu and display system with choice of blue or black background screen A/V Sync delay adjustable for each input delivers perfect lip sync with digital programs or video displays 6-Channel Direct Input for Use with Future Audio Formats Extensive bass management options, including three separate crossover groupings Main Remote with Internal Codes **Compatible with all iPod models equipped with a dock connector, including third-generation "Click Wheel" models and newer. Not compatible with iPod shuffle models. Although iPod photo models are compatible, images stored on the iPod may not be viewed. INTRODUCTION 3 ENGLISH 30935_AVR145_ENG 01/12/06 9:53 Side 4 Safety Information Important Safety Information READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT. Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a case or similar ­ away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. Avoid installing this unit where foreign object may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place: ­ Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. ­ Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit. Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury. Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily. This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your AVR has been designed for use with 220-240-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 the line voltage in your area, contact your dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet. Do Not Use Extension Cords To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service depot with a cord meeting factory specifications. Handle the AC Power Cord Gently When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet. Do Not Open the Cabinet There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service station. Installation Location To assure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product. Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some circumstances a fan may be required. Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface. Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equip ...