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OFF Mute Bass Treble Balance VIDEO 3 Min Max Min Max L R Video L Audio R Owner's Manual Manuel de l'Utilisateur Owner's Manual AVR45 Audio/Video Receiver Table of Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2­3 Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4­6 Front Panel Information Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7­8 Rear Panel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9­10 Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11­13 Installation and Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14­15 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16­21 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22­27 Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Surround Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22­24 Surrond Mode Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Digital Audio Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24­26 Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Tape Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26­27 Output Level Trim Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Six-Channel Direct Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Programming the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28­40 Direct Code Entry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Auto Search Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28­29 Code Readout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Programmed Device Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29­30 Macro Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30­31 Volume Punch-Through. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Re-Assigning Device Control Selectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Function List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32­33 Setup Code Tables: TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34­36 Setup Code Tables: VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37­38 Setup Code Tables: CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Setup Code Tables: AUX (DVD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Setup Code Tables: Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Setup Code Tables: SAT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury, NY 11797 ©1998 Harman Kardon, Incorporated Staple or clip original invoice here. w Introduction 1 Congratulations! With the purchase of the Harman Kardon AVR45 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The AVR45 has been custom designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie sound tracks and every subtle nuance of musical selections. With on-board Dolby * Digital Decoding, the AVR45 delivers six discrete channels of audio that take advantage of the digital sound tracks from the latest DVD and LV releases, as well as future HDTV broadcasts. While complex digital systems are hard at work within the AVR45 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed connections and a comprehensive programmable remote control make the AVR45 easy to use. To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you to take a few minutes to read through this manual. This will ensure that connections to speakers, source playback units and other external devices are made properly. In addition, a few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the AVR45 is able to deliver. If you have any questions about this product, its installation or operation, please contact your dealer. They are your best local source of information. Description and Features The AVR45 is a full-featured A/V receiver, incorporating a wide variety of listening options. In addition to Dolby Digital decoding, Dolby Pro Logic * and Dolby 3 Stereo are available for compatibility with the tens of thousands of movies and television programs encoded with analog surround information. A choice of Hall and Theater modes is also available for use with both encoded sources and traditional two-channel stereo recordings. A total of four audio/video inputs, as well as two additional audio-only inputs, and an FM stereo/FM/AM tuner are available for the utmost flexibility. Frontpanel A/V inputs simplify connections to video games or camcorders. The AVR45's powerful amplifiers use traditional Harman Kardon High-Current Design philosophies to meet the wide dynamic range of any program selection. Harman Kardon invented the highfidelity receiver more than forty-five years ago. With state-of-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR45 is one of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon. s s s s On-Board Dolby Digital Decoding Coax and Optical Digital Inputs Five Analog Surround Modes Pre-Programmed Learning Remote Control With Backlit Buttons Composite Video Switching Six-Channel Direct Input Enables Seamless Integration of Future Decoding Systems Preamp Output for ALL Channels Permits Ease of Expansion s s s Safety Information 2 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your AVR45 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 the line voltage in your area, contact your selling 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 with cords 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 staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service station. CATV or Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the leadin wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) system installer's attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible. Installation Location s 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. s 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. s Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface. s Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment. s Avoid moist or humid locations. s Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them. C AUTI ON RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. Safety Information 3 Cleaning When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit. Moving the Unit Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords with other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet. Important Information For the User NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: s Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. s s If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center. Typographic 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 s This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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 EXAMPLE ­ (bold type ...