harman/kardon AVR3550HD Some semiconductor (solid state) devices can be damaged easily by static electricity. Such components commonly are called Electrostatically Sensitive (ES) Devices. Examples of typical ES devices are integrated circuits and some field effect transistors and semiconductor "chip" components. The following techniques should be used to help reduce the incidence of component damage caused by static electricity.
harman/kardon AVR3550HD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The following check should be performed for the continued protection of the customer and service technician. LEAKAGE CURRENT CHECK Measure leakage current to a known earth ground (water pipe, conduit, etc.) by connecting a leakage current tester between the earth ground and all exposed metal parts of the appliance (input/output terminals, screwheads, metal overlays, control shaft, etc.).
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It is important to ensure that it is not blocked. cable TV, satellite or the tuner. If covering the sensor is unavoidable, such as when the AVR 3550HD Volume Knob: is placed inside a cabinet, you may use an optional Harman Kardon Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume.
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Power Message Display Speaker/Channel Navigation Volume Input Indicators Indicator Headphone Resolution Navigation Jack/EzSet/EQ Analog Audio Video Source List Microphone Settings Modes Front Inputs Digital Input Video Front Standby/On Info Audio Surround Back/Exit Remote Audio Inputs Switch Settings Effects Modes IR Sensor (Optical and...
Monitor Output (if available, otherwise use the Component Video Monitor the remote zone of a multizone system. Use the on-screen menu Output) to your TV, and the AVR 3550HD will convert the composite system to configure these channels as desired.
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD S-Video Component Composite HDMI Component Video AC Power 1, 2 and 3 FM Antenna 1, 2 and 3 1, 2 and 3 1, 2 and 3 The Bridge II Monitor Outputs Input Video HDMI S-Video 2 Monitor Monitor Main Power AM Antenna Outputs...
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However, the AVR 3550HD does not convert digital audio sources to receiver at some time in the future.
Press this button to turn on the AVR. The the AVR itself and an iPod docked in the included The Bridge II. During Master Power Switch on the AVR 3550HD’s rear panel must first have the installation process, you may program the codes for each of your been switched on.
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Menu Button: This button is used to display the main menu on some source devices. To display the AVR 3550HD’s main menu, press the AVR Settings Button. Disc Menu: While a DVD is playing, press the DVD Source Selector, then this button, to display the disc’s menu.
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD IR Transmitter Lens AVR Power Off Device Power On AVR Power On Device Power Off Source Selectors Video Modes Audio Effects Surround Modes Alphanumeric Keys Activity Last Back/Exit Menu Navigation Light Disc Menu Teletext Channel/Page Volume Mute Transport Controls Record Info Settings Source Settings...
Always connect the positive terminal on the loudspeaker, which is usually colored red, to the positive terminal on the receiver, which is colored as The AVR 3550HD is designed to process audio and video input signals, shown in the Connection Color Guide (Table 1). Similarly, always connect...
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Surround Back/Zone 2 speaker outputs, in case another two-channel tion, which is still used for video and to listen to Dolby Digital, digital audio source is in use in the main listening area. The AVR 3550HD DTS or PCM materials that may be stored on the disc.
Figure 11 – S-Video and on a video display connected to the AVR. The Bridge II outputs analog audio to the AVR 3550HD, and it is available to the multiroom system. Component video separates the video signal into three components –...
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AVR 3550HD’s ease of control. RS-232 Serial Port The RS-232 serial port on the AVR 3550HD is used only for software upgrades. If we release an upgrade for the receiver’s operating system at some time in the future, it may be downloaded to the AVR using this...
See Figure 46. off automatically using the sleep timer. There are several ways in which the AVR 3550HD may be turned on: Press the Sleep Settings Button on the remote, and the time until a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. See Figure 46.
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For direct access to any source, press its Source Selector on the remote. The AVR 3550HD will switch to the audio and video inputs assigned to the source. The source name will appear in the upper line of the front-panel display.
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“0” before the number. Select Direct Entry search mode, and The AVR 3550HD is an XM Ready device, which means that it is able to use the Alphanumeric Keys to select a channel directly.
4G and later (not included). When The Bridge II is con- a compatible A/V cable from Apple Inc. that has a dock con- nected to its proprietary input on the AVR 3550HD and the iPod is nector on one end and conventional audio and video plugs docked, you may play the audio, video and still-image materials on your on the other end.
Stereo: When 2-channel playback is desired, select the number of In addition, if a video monitor is connected to the AVR 3550HD and the speakers used for playback:...
Zone 1 position Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVR 3550HD, or installation-related issues, may be found in the list of “Frequently Asked Questions” , which is located in the Product Support section of our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.
Processor Reset There may be instances when you wish to fully reset the AVR 3550HD to its factory defaults, or the unit may behave erratically after a power surge. To correct erratic behavior, first try turning the Master Power Switch off and unplugging the AC power cord for at least three minutes.
harman/kardon AVR3550HD AMPLIFIER SECTION BIAS ADJUSTMENT Measurement condition .No input signal or volume position is minimum. Standard value .Ideal current = 48mA (± 5%) .Ideal DC Voltage = 25.92mV (± 5%) DC EVM CUP12026 (MAIN PCB) CN66 CN61 CN64 CN63 CN65 CN62 CN67...
harman/kardon AVR3550HD AVR3550HD Electrical Parts List Ref. Designator Part Number Description FRONT PCB ASSY CUP12053-1/2/3/4/5 Capacitors C714 CCBS1H151KBT CAP , CERAMIC(150PF/50V) 150PF 50V K C716 CCEA1AH331T CAP , ELECT 330UF 10V C719 CCBS1H102KBT CAP , CERAMIC(1000PF/50V) 1000PF 50V K C720 CCBS1H102KBT CAP , CERAMIC(1000PF/50V) 1000PF 50V K...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , POWER TRANS/DOWNLOAD/DIG IN/OUT CUP12101-1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 Capacitors C104 CCBS1H103ZFT CAP , CERAMIC 0.01UF 50V Z C105 CCBS1H103ZFT CAP , CERAMIC 0.01UF 50V Z C106 HCQI1H104JZT CAP , MYLAR 0.1UF 50V J C107 CCBS1H103ZFT CAP , CERAMIC 0.01UF 50V Z C108...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , POWER TRANS/DOWNLOAD/DIG IN/OUT CUP12101-1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 D109 CVDZJ8.2BT DIODE , ZENER ZJ8.2B 1/2W D111 CVDZJ8.2BT DIODE , ZENER ZJ8.2B 1/2W D114 CVD1N4003ST DIODE , RECT 1N4003 D115 CVD1N4003ST DIODE , RECT 1N4003 D116 CVD1N4003ST DIODE , RECT 1N4003...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , POWER TRANS/DOWNLOAD/DIG IN/OUT CUP12101-1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8 R892 CRD20TJ391T RES , CARBON 390 OHM 1/5W J R893 CRD20TJ391T RES , CARBON 390 OHM 1/5W J R894 CRD20TJ391T RES , CARBON 390 OHM 1/5W J R895 CRD20TJ391T RES , CARBON...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 C308 CCUS1H152KC CAP , CHIP 1500PF 50V K C309 CCUS1H102KC CAP , CHIP 1000PF 50V K C310 CCUS1H102KC CAP , CHIP 1000PF 50V K C311 CCUS1H102KC CAP , CHIP 1000PF 50V K C312 CCUS1H102KC...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 C607 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C609 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C611 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C613 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C615 CCUS1H104KC...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 C797 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C798 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C820 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C261 CCEA1EH470T CAP , ELECT 47UF 25V C262 CCEA1EH470T...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 C721 CCEA1AH471T CAP , ELECT 470UF 10V C724 CCEA1AH471T CAP , ELECT 470UF 10V C726 CCEA1CH101T CAP , ELECT 100UF 16V C728 CCEA1AH471T CAP , ELECT 470UF 10V C730 CCEA1CH101T CAP , ELECT 100UF 16V...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 R230 CRJ10DJ474T RES , CHIP 470K OHM R231 CRJ10DJ474T RES , CHIP 470K OHM R232 CRJ10DJ474T RES , CHIP 470K OHM R235 CRJ10DJ474T RES , CHIP 470K OHM R236 CRJ10DJ474T RES , CHIP 470K OHM...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 R309 CRJ10DJ272T RES , CHIP 2.7K OHM R310 CRJ10DJ272T RES , CHIP 2.7K OHM R311 CRJ10DJ272T RES , CHIP 2.7K OHM R312 CRJ10DJ272T RES , CHIP 2.7K OHM R313 CRJ10DJ272T RES , CHIP 2.7K OHM...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 R533 CRJ10DJ152T RES , CHIP 1.5K OHM R534 CRJ10DJ152T RES , CHIP 1.5K OHM R700 CRJ10DJ330T RES , CHIP 33 OHM R701 CRJ10DJ103T RES , CHIP 10K OHM R702 CRJ10DJ103T RES , CHIP 10K OHM...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , INPUT CUP12028 R783 CRJ10DJ272T RES , CHIP 2.7K OHM R784 CRJ10DJ473T RES , CHIP 47K OHM R785 CRJ10DJ104T RES , CHIP 100K OHM R786 CRJ10DJ471T RES , CHIP 470 OHM R787 CRJ10DJ103T RES , CHIP 10K OHM...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , VIDEO CUP12033 C468 CCUS1H223KC CAP , CHIP 0.022UF 50V K C470 CCUS1H470JA CAP , CHIP 47PF 50V J C471 CCUS1H223KC CAP , CHIP 0.022UF 50V K C473 CCUS1H223KC CAP , CHIP 0.022UF 50V K C475 CCUS1H470JA...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , VIDEO CUP12033 C634 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C404 CCEA0JH102T CAP , ELECT 1000UF 6.3V C405 CCEA1HH100T CAP , ELECT 10UF 50V C406 CCEA0JH102T CAP , ELECT 1000UF 6.3V C408 CCEA1CH101T CAP , ELECT...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , VIDEO CUP12033 Resistors RN50 CRJ104DJ220T RES,4ARRAY 22 OHM/1608*4 RN51 CRJ104DJ101T RES , CHIP NETWORK(1/16W, 100ohm, 1608X4) 100 OHM/1608*4 RN52 CRJ102DJ220T RES , CHIP NETWORK 1/10W, 22ohm, J , 1608 2 A22 OHM/1608*2 R401 CRJ10DJ0R0T RES , CHIP...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , VIDEO CUP12033 R525 CRJ10DJ105T RES , CHIP 1M OHM R526 CRJ10DJ103T RES , CHIP 10K OHM R527 CRJ10DJ0R0T RES , CHIP 0 OHM R528 CRJ10DJ223T RES , CHIP 22K OHM R529 CRJ10DJ223T RES , CHIP 22K OHM...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description PCB , VIDEO CUP12033 CN47 CJP07GA117ZY WAFER ET60 CMC1A214 PLATE , EARTH JK40 CJJ9P003Z JACK , S-VIDEO+CVBS JK41 CJJ9R001Z JACK , S-VIDEO+CVBS JK42 CJJ9L010Z JACK , IPOD CONNECTOR MOLEX SD-52986-020 JK51 CJJ9L006Z JACK , XM CAM-D96 JK62 CJJ4R045Z...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description HDMI PCB (CUP12035) C653 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C654 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C655 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C656 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C701 CCSJA1C100B...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description HDMI PCB (CUP12035) C762 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C763 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C764 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C765 CCUS1H103KC CAP , CHIP 0.01UF 50V K C766 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF)
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description HDMI PCB (CUP12035) C847 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C848 CCUI1C104KC CAP , CHIP(1005, 16V/0.1UF) 0.1UF 16V C849 CCSJA0J220B CAP , CHIP TANTAL(A TYPE, 22uF/6.3V, ELNA) 22UF 6.3V C849 CCSNA0J220B CAP , CHIP TANTAL(22uF/6.3V, NingXia XingRi) 22UF 6.3V C850 CCSJA0J220B...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description HDMI PCB (CUP12035) C915 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C916 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C917 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C918 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C919 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP...
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harman/kardon AVR3550HD Ref. Designator Part Number Description HDMI PCB (CUP12035) C977 CCUS1H104KC CAP , CHIP 0.1UF 50V K C978 CCSJA0J220B CAP , CHIP TANTAL(A TYPE, 22uF/6.3V, ELNA) 22UF 6.3V C978 CCSNA0J220B CAP , CHIP TANTAL(22uF/6.3V, NingXia XingRi) 22UF 6.3V C979 CCSJA1C100B CAP , CHIP TANTAL(A TYPE, 10uF/16V, ELNA) 10UF 16V...