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Harman Kardon AVR 147 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AVR 147 Audio/VideoReceiver OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connections Main Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections Audio Connections Video Connections HDMI 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...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Stereo-Digital modes,improves your ability to tailor the sound to suit your room acoustics or taste. The AVR 147 takes the “video” part of its name seriously. Along with two HDMI inputs and two 100MHz analog component video inputs, the **Compatible with all iPod models equipped with a dock connector, including third-generation “Click Wheel”...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    ■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them. ■ Due to the weight of the AVR 147 and the heat generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on...

  • Page 5: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls DIGITAL PRO LOGIC 3 STEREO HEADPHONE Main Power Switch System Power Control Power Indicator Headphone Jack Surround Mode Group Selector Speaker Select Button Selector Buttons Tone Mode Surround Mode Selector Tuning 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the AVR.
  • Page 6 Front Panel Controls 7 Selector Buttons: When you are establishing the AVR’s configuration settings, use these buttons to select from the choices available, as shown in the Main Information Display Ò. 8 Tone Mode: Pressing this button enables or disables the Balance, Bass and Treble tone controls.

  • Page 7: Rear Panel Connections

    RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a VCR or any other Audio recorder. Digital Media Player (DMP) Connector: With the AVR 147 turned off, con- nect one end of the optional Harman Kardon to this proprietary connector, and the other to your compatible Apple iPod.
  • Page 8 NOTE ON VIDEO CONNECTIONS: When connecting a video source product such as a VCR, DVD player, satellite receiver, cable set-top box, personal video recorder or video game to the AVR 147, you may use either a composite or S-video connection, but not both.

  • Page 9: Main Remote Control Functions

    Main Remote Control Functions Power Off Button IR Transmitter Window Program Indicator Power On Button Input Selectors AVR Selector AM/FM Tuner Select 6-Channel Direct Input Test Button Sleep Button Surround Mode Selector Night Mode Channel Select Button Buttons ⁄ ¤ Button ‹...
  • Page 10 Main Remote Control Functions IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 147’s remote may be programmed to control up to seven devices, including the AVR. Before using the remote, it is important to remember to press the Input Selector button that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate.
  • Page 11 Main Remote Control Functions ‹ Button: This button is used to change the menu selection or setting during some of the setup procedures for the AVR. Set Button: This button is used to enter settings into the AVR’s memory. It is also used in the setup procedures for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment.
  • Page 12 ® is docked in pressing this selector will select the iPod as the audio source input device for the AVR 147. In addition, if a video display is connected to one of the Video Monitor Outputs , the iPod’s messages will appear on screen, and in the Upper and Lower Display Lines Ò.

  • Page 13: Installation And Connections

    Note that if the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you should use a 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter to make the connection. 7. With the AVR 147 turned off, connect the optional Harman Kardon Digital Media Player (DMP) Connector Your compatible Apple ®...

  • Page 14: Video Connections

    HDMI connection. Therefore, the following connections are required when the AVR 147 is used with HDMI sources: • Connect the HDMI output of a source to either of the HDMI Inputs •...

  • Page 15: Power Connections

    (or a direct replacement of identical capacity) be used. Once the power cord is connected, you are almost ready to enjoy the AVR 147’s incredible power and fidelity! INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS...

  • Page 16: Speaker Selection

    Installation and Connections Speaker Selection No matter which type or brand of speakers is used, the same model or brand of speaker should be used for the front-left, center and front-right speakers. This creates a seamless front soundstage and eliminates the possibility of distracting sonic disturbances that occur when a sound moves across mismatched front-channel speakers.

  • Page 17: System Configuration

    You are now ready to power up the AVR 147 to begin these final adjustments. First Turn On You are now ready to power up the AVR to begin these final adjustments.

  • Page 18: Input Setup

    System Configuration speaker settings will automatically default to “Small” at all positions with the subwoofer set to “LFE.” The default setting for the surround modes is Logic 7 Music, although Dolby Digital or DTS will automatically be selected as appropriate when a source with digital encoding is in use.

  • Page 19: Surround Setup

    Note: In order to access the DMP SETTING menu, you need to press the AVR Selector on the remote so that it operates the AVR 147. You may then press the OSD Button and use the Navigation and Set Buttons, as usual, with the on-screen menu system.

  • Page 20: Night Mode Settings

    5.1 version of DTS processing when a DTS data stream is received. When a DTS 96/24 signal is detected, the AVR 147 defaults to the DTS surround mode, but reproduces the higher-resolution materials that are present due to the higher sampling rate automatically.

  • Page 21: Automated Speaker Setup Using Ezset/Eq

    Dolby Pro Logic and Dolby 3 Stereo modes. Automated Speaker Setup Using EzSet/EQ The AVR 147 is one of the first receivers in its class to offer automated speaker setup and sys- tem calibration. This process greatly simplifies the installation of your new receiver by using a series...
  • Page 22 System Configuration reduce the noise level. Inexpensive foam-style ear plugs, available at most drug stores, may be used to reduce the sound level to a tolerable level. If you are uncomfortable with, or cannot tolerate, loud sounds and do not use some sort of ear protection, we strongly recommend that you leave the room and ask someone else to run the EzSet/EQ process, or that you do not use...

  • Page 23: Manual Setup

    Basic Operation section of this manual on page 32 to learn how to operate AVR 147. For those situations where you may wish to make a change to the settings entered by EzSet/EQ, follow the instructions on the following pages.
  • Page 24 System Configuration speakers are used, a subwoofer is required to reproduce low-frequency sounds. Remember that the “large” and “small” descriptions do not refer to the actual physical size of the speakers, but to their ability to reproduce low-frequency sounds. If you are in doubt as to which category describes your speakers, consult the specifications in the speakers’...
  • Page 25 System Configuration surround modes are selected a Center speaker must be used, the Logic 7 Music mode works well without a Center too. 5. When you have completed your selection for the center channel, press the Button ¤ on the remote to move the cursor to SURROUND 6.

  • Page 26: Delay Settings

    System Configuration Navigation Buttons to choose the ‹ › appropriate setting. Note that the crossover point for the surround speakers and the surround back speakers will be identical. That´s why no crossover point for the surround back speakers is selectable or shown in the menu.

  • Page 27: Output Level Adjustment

    System Configuration speakers installed and Dolby Digital chosen as the surround mode. When the delay time for all speaker positions has been set you may return to the master menu by pressing the Navigation Button ⁄ ¤ until the ➞ cursor is pointing to BACK T O and then pressing the Set MASTER MENU...
  • Page 28 System Configuration 5. To turn the test tone on and have it automati- cally circulate among the channels where a speaker has previously been configured (see page 21), press the Navigation ⁄ ¤ until the ➞ cursor is pointing to Button line on the menu.
  • Page 29 System Configuration After one input has been adjusted for analog or digital input, speaker type and surround mode, return to the line on the INPUT SETUP menu and enter the settings for each MASTER input that you will use. In most cases, only the digital input and surround mode may be different from one input to the next, while the speaker type will usually be the same (inputs set to...

  • Page 30: Operation

    Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEATURES DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low Frequency Effects channel. DTS 5.1 When the speaker configuration is set for 5.1-channel operation, the DTS 5.1 mode is available when DVD, audio-only music or laserdiscs encoded with DTS data are played.
  • Page 31 Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEATURES DTS Neo:6 Cinema These two modes are available when any analog source is playing to create a multi-channel DTS Neo:6 Music surround presentation from conventional Matrix-encoded and traditional Stereo sources. Select the Cinema version of Neo:6 when a program with any type of analog Matrix surround encoding is present.

  • Page 32: Basic Operation

    Operation Basic Operation Once you have completed the setup and configu- ration of the AVR, it is simple to operate and enjoy. The following instructions should be followed for you to maximize your enjoyment of your new receiver: Turning the AVR On or Off •...

  • Page 33: Surround Mode Selection

    Surround Mode Selection One of the most important features of the AVR 147 is its ability to reproduce a full multi- channel surround sound field from digital sources, analog matrix surround encoded programs and standard stereo or even mono programs.

  • Page 34: Pcm Audio Playback

    Operation In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTS sound tracks, the DVD player must be compatible with the DTS signal as indicated by a DTS logo on the player’s front panel. Note that early DVD players may not be able to play DTS- encoded DVDs.

  • Page 35: Surround Mode Post Processing

    Dolby sur- round modes. Surround Mode Post Processing Thanks to the power of the AVR 147’s DSP processor, a variety of surround mode options are available for most digital signals to deliver either...

  • Page 36: Night Mode

    Operation For incoming DTS signals, the following modes are available: Incoming Bitstream DTS 1/0/.0, 1/0/.1, 2/0/.0, 2/0/.1, 3/0/.0, 3/0/.1, 3/1/.0 or 3/1/.1 DTS, DTS Stereo DTS 2/2/.0, 2/2/.1, 3/2/.0 or 3/2/.1 DTS 96/24 DTS-ES Matrix DTS-ES Discrete is important to note that although Dolby Digital, for example, is referred to as a “5.1”...

  • Page 37: Tape Recording

    Playing function may not reflect the change to the TV Out setting. This is a function of the iPod, not the AVR 147. • In Video mode, the iPod’s menus will not be visible on your video display, although you may view them on the iPod’s screen.

  • Page 38: Output Level Adjustment

    Operation Output Level Adjustment With Source Signals Normal output level adjustment for the AVR is established using the test tone, as outlined on page 27-28. 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.

  • Page 39: System Setup

    System Setup The AVR 147 is equipped with a number of ad- vanced features that add extra flexibility to the unit’s operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, they provide additional options that you may wish to use.

  • Page 40: Full-Osd Time Out Adjustment

    BLACK full-OSD menus on a solid black background instead. This setting will be retained even when the AVR 147 is turned off to the Standby mode. If you wish to make other adjustments, press the until the on-screen ➝ Buttons ⁄...

  • Page 41: Tuner Operation

    Tuner Operation Basic Tuner Operation The AVR 147’s tuner is capable of tuning AM, FM and FM Stereo broadcast stations and receiving RDS data. Stations may be tuned manually, or they may be stored as favorite station presets and recalled from a 30 position memory.

  • Page 42: Rds Operation

    Tuner Operation RDS Operation The AVR 147 is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a wide range of informa- tion to FM radio. Now in use in many countries, RDS is a system for transmitting station call signs...

  • Page 43: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote The AVR 147 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.
  • Page 44 Programming the Remote Example: One blink, followed by a one-second pause, followed by six blinks, followed by a one- second pause, followed by four blinks indicates that the code has been set to 164. For future reference enter the Setup Codes for the equipment in your system here: DVD ____________ CD ________________ VID1/VCR ________ VID3/TV __________...
  • Page 45 Programming the Remote To program the remote for Volume Punch- Through, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the Input Selector for the unit you wish to have associated with the volume control until the red light illuminates under the Input Selector and note that the Program Indicator...
  • Page 46 Function List 46 FUNCTION LIST Button Name AVR Function Power On Power On Power Off Power Off Mute Mute AVR Select DVD/ DVD Input Select CD Input Select Tape/ Tape Input Select The Bridge Input Select HDMI 1/ HDMI 1 Input Select HDMI 2 HDMI 2 Input Select VID 1 (VCR)
  • Page 47 Function List Button Name VCR (VID 3) TiVo (VID 1) Power On Power On Power Off Power Off Power Off Mute Mute Mute AVR Select AVR Select DVD Input Select DVD Input Select CD Input Select CD Input Select Tape/ Tape Input Select Tape Input Select The Bridge Input Select...

  • Page 48: Processor Reset

    Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE Unit does not function when Main • No AC Power Power Switch 1 is pushed Display lights, but no sound • Intermittent input connections or picture • Mute is on • Volume control is down No sound from any speaker; •...

  • Page 49: Specifications

    Technical Specifications Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 50 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms 5 Channel Surround Modes Power Per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 40 Watts per channel, @ <...
  • Page 50 APPENDIX – SETTINGS WORKSHEET Appendix – Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes Table A1 – Source Input Setting Defaults Source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Title Video Input Comp V 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Audio Input Coax 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Auto Poll Surround...
  • Page 51 APPENDIX – SETTINGS WORKSHEET Table A4 – Source Input Settings Source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Title Video Input Audio Input Auto Poll Surround Mode Tone Mode Bass Treble Table A5 – Speaker/Channel Settings Source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Left/Right Speaker Size Center Speaker Size Surround Speaker Size Subwoofer...
  • Page 52 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com Harman Consumer Group, Inc.: 2, route de Tours, 72500 Château-du-Loir, France © 2007 Harman Kardon, Incorporated Part No.: OM P/N CQX1A1254Z...

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