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Harman Kardon AVR 2650 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AVR 3650, AVR 365 AVR 2650, AVR 265 Audio/video receiver Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    IIIp connect to your home network connect the rAdIo AntennAS InStAll A multIZone SyStem connect Ir equIpment (Avr 3650/Avr 365 only) connect the 12v trIgger output connect to Ac power Set up the remote control InStAll the bAtterIeS In the remote control...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Avr 3650 and Avr 2650 have been designed for use with 120-volt Ac current. the Avr 365 and Avr 265 have been designed for use with 220 – 240-volt Ac current. connection to a line voltage other than that for which your receiver is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

  • Page 4: Front-Panel Controls

    Front-Panel Controls power Info button button power Setup Indicator button resolution port button hdmI front ® Input connector message Sensor display video back/exit modes button button left/right Surround Audio buttons modes effects button button Front-Panel Controls up/down volume buttons knob Source list button button...
  • Page 5 IR sensor: this sensor receives infrared (Ir) commands from the remote control. It is important to ensure that the sensor is not blocked. AVR 3650/AVR 365 only: If covering the Ir sensor is unavoidable (such as when the receiver is installed inside of a cabinet), connect an optional infrared receiver to the remote Ir In connector on the Avr’s rear panel.

  • Page 6: Rear-Panel Connectors

    SIrIuS tuner ® connector (Avr 3650/Avr 2650) trigger connector Zone 2 Ir In the bridge IIIp connector connector (Avr 3650/Avr 365) Ac Input Ir remote connector In/out connectors (Avr 3650/Avr 365) main power rS-232 Switch connector Continued on next page...
  • Page 7 It can be used to turn on and off other devices such as a powered subwoofer. Zone 2 IR Input connector (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only): connect a remote Ir receiver located in Zone 2 of a multizone system to this jack to control the Avr (and any source devices connected to the remote Ir output connector) from the remote zone.

  • Page 8: System Remote Control Functions

    Avr power on/off Source Selector buttons (Avr 2650/Avr 265) Source Selector buttons (Avr 3650/Avr 365) Audio effects video modes last channel backlight button (Avr 3650/Avr 365 only) A/b/c/d buttons volume up/down mute button Zone Selector buttons button button button back/exit button...
  • Page 9 10 minutes, up to 90 minutes – ending with the “Sleep off” message. Learn button (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only): the Avr 3650/Avr 365 remote is capable of “learning” individual Ir codes from the original remote that came with a source device.

  • Page 10: Zone 2 Remote Control Functions (Avr 3650/Avr 365 Only)

    Zone 2 Remote Control Functions (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only) Ir transmitter Source Selector Zone Selector Zone 2 Remote Control Functions (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only) lens power off button buttons Avr button back/exit button ok button button mute button Sleep button...
  • Page 11 Zone 2 Remote Control Functions (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only), continued by installing an Ir receiver in the remote zone of a multizone system and connecting it to the Avr’s Zone 2 Ir Input connector, you can use the Zone 2 remote to control the sound in the remote zone from within the remote zone.

  • Page 12: Introduction To Home Theater

    Introduction to Home Theater this introductory section will help you to familiarize yourself with some basic concepts unique to multichannel surround-sound receivers, which will make it easier for you to set up and operate your Avr. Typical Home Theater System A home theater typically includes an audio/video receiver, which controls the system and supplies amplification for the loudspeakers;...

  • Page 13: Place Your Speakers

    Place Your Speakers determine the locations for your system’s speakers according to their manufacturer’s directions and the layout of your listening room. use the illustrations below as a guide for 7.1-channel and 5.1-channel systems. to create the most realistic surround-sound environment possible, you should place your speakers in a circle with the listening position at its center.

  • Page 14: Types Of Home Theater System Connections

    Avr is equipped with five rear-panel hdmI input connectors, and one hdmI monitor output connector. (the Avr 3650 and Avr 365 also have a front-panel hdmI input connector.) hdmI technology enables digital audio and video information to be carried using a single cable, delivering the highest quality picture and sound.

  • Page 15: Video Connections

    Digital Audio Connections – Coaxial coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although they look like standard rcA-type analog jacks, you should not connect coaxial digital audio outputs to analog inputs or vice versa. Digital Audio Connections – Optical optical digital audio connectors are normally covered by a shutter to protect them from dust.

  • Page 16: Radio Connections

    In addition to performing firmware upgrades, the Avr 3650/Avr 365 can play mp3 and wmA audio files from a uSb device inserted into the uSb port. Insert the device into the uSb port with the device’s plug oriented so it fits all the way into the port.

  • Page 17: Making Connections

    Making Connections CAUTION: Before making any connections to the audio/video receiver, ensure that the AVR’s AC cord is unplugged from the receiver and the AC outlet. Making connections with the receiver plugged in and turned on could damage the speakers. Connect Your Speakers After you have placed your loudspeakers in the room as explained in place your Speakers , on page 13, connect each speaker to its color-coded terminal on the Avr as explained...

  • Page 18: Connect Your Audio And Video Source Devices

    AVR Input Connector hdmI 1 hdmI 2 hdmI 3 hdmI 4 hdmI 5 (Avr 3650/Avr 365 only) hdmI front component video 1 component video 2 composite video 1 composite video 2 optical digital Audio 1 optical digital Audio 2...
  • Page 19 Connect Your HDMI Devices If any of your source devices have hdmI connectors, using them will provide the best possible video and audio performance quality. Since the hdmI cable carries both digital video and digital audio signals, you do not have to make any additional audio connections for devices you connect via an hdmI cable.

  • Page 20: Connect The Bridge Iiip

    Connect Your Audio Recorders connect a digital audio recorder’s optical digital input to the Avr’s optical digital output. you can record both coaxial and optical digital audio input signals. receiver digital Audio recorder connector optical digital Audio cable (not supplied) recording device connect an analog audio recorder’s inputs to the Avr’s analog audio rec out connectors.

  • Page 21: Install A Multizone System

    (fm, Am and SIrIuS, if connected – Avr 3650/Avr 2650 only), an ipod/iphone device docked in a connected the bridge IIIp, a uSb memory device inserted in the Avr’s uSb port (Avr 3650/Avr 365 only) and up to three source devices connected to the rear-panel Analog Audio 1, 2 and 3 connectors.

  • Page 22: Connect Ir Equipment (Avr 3650/Avr 365 Only)

    Speaker System Connect IR Equipment (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only) the Avr 3650/Avr 365 is equipped with remote Ir Input and output connectors and a Zone 2 Ir Input connector that let you remotely control the Avr in a variety of situations: •...

  • Page 23: Connect The 12V Trigger Output

    Radio: controls the Avr’s built-in fm/Am tuner and a connected SIrIuSconnect tuner TV: controls tvs and video displays USB (AVR 3650/AVR 365): browses compatible media on a uSb device that is inserted in the Avr’s uSb port (Avr 3650/Avr 365 only)
  • Page 24 Learning (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only) If you have the device’s original remote control, you may “teach” its individual button codes into the following “destination” buttons on the Avr 3650/Avr 365 remote: device power on/off buttons, number buttons, last button, back/exit button, menu...

  • Page 25: Set Up The Avr

    Set Up the AVR In this section, you will configure the Avr to match your actual system’s makeup. Although it’s possible to configure the Avr using only the remote and the messages on the Avr’s front-panel display, it is easier if you use the full-screen menu system. Turn On the AVR Set the rear-panel main power switch to “on.”...

  • Page 26: Set Up Your Sources

    • If you connected your tv to the Avr’s composite video monitor out connector, you must set the resolution to “480i” (Avr 3650/Avr 2650) or to “576p” (Avr 365/Avr 265) to view any content. Audio Effects: this submenu allows you to adjust the dolby volume and dolby plII/ IIx/IIz settings, the bass and treble tone controls, the lfe trim, the equalization on/off setting and the mp3 enhancement for each source independently.

  • Page 27: Set Up The Network

    Resolution from Source: this line is informational only. It indicates the resolution of the video output by the source device. HDMI Bypass: this setting allows you to bypass the Avr’s internal video processing for proper display of 3-d video content and of source devices (such as some game consoles) where the Avr's video processing can create delays that can cause synchronization errors between the sound and picture.

  • Page 28: Operating Your Avr

    Operating Your AVR now that you have installed your components and completed a basic configuration, you are ready to begin enjoying your home theater system. Controlling the Volume Adjust the volume either by turning the front-panel volume knob (clockwise to increase volume or counterclockwise to decrease volume) or by pressing the volume up/down buttons on the remote.

  • Page 29: Listening To Fm And Am Radio

    Video Troubleshooting Tips If there is no picture: • check the source selection and video input assignment. • check all connections for a loose or incorrect connection. • check the video input selection on the tv/display device. • press the front-panel resolution button and use the up/down buttons until the correct video output resolution is selected and a picture appears.

  • Page 30: Listening To Media On A Usb Device (Avr 3650/Avr 365)

    Listening to Media on a USB Device (AVR 3650/AVR 365) your Avr is compatible with mp3 and wmA media. MP3 compatibility: mono or stereo, contstant bit rates (cbr) from 8kbps to 320kbps, variable bit rates (vbr) from lowest to highest quality, with sample rates from 8khz –...

  • Page 31: Listening To Internet Radio

    If a video monitor is connected to the Avr and the system is not in ipod manual mode, a the bridge screen will appear and display the play mode icon, song title, artist and album. A graphic bar indicates the current play position within the track. If random or repeat play has been programmed, an icon will appear in the upper right corner.

  • Page 32: Listening To Media Via Your Home Network

    Listening to Media via Your Home Network your Avr can play mp3 and wmA audio media that is stored on a pc when both the pc and the Avr are connected to your home network router. MP3 compatibility: mono or stereo, contstant bit rates (cbr) from 8kbps to 320kbps, variable bit rates (vbr) from lowest to highest quality, with sample rates from 8khz –...

  • Page 33: Advanced Functions

    Advanced Functions much of the adjusting and configuration your Avr requires is handled automatically, with little intervention required on your part. you can also customize your Avr to suit your system and your tastes. In this section we will describe some of the more advanced adjustments available to you.

  • Page 34: Video Processing

    Audio Effects Button to adjust other audio settings, such as the tone controls, press the Audio effects button to display the Audio effects menu. you can also access the menu by pressing the Info button and selecting Audio effects. Audio Effects – Cable/Sat Dolby Volume: Medium PLIIz Height Gain:...
  • Page 35 plasma and crt monitors may suffer from “burn-in” when the same image, such as the horizontal or vertical bars, is left on screen for a long period of time. Adjust the picture so that it fills the display’s screen. highlight this setting and press the ok button. each press of the up/down buttons changes the setting.

  • Page 36: Manual Speaker Setup

    Contrast Adjustment Adjust the contrast on your tv until you see a bright white bar in the lower right corner of the screen and a deep, dark, black bar to the left. If the brightness of the white bar no longer increases when the contrast is turned up or the borders of white letters bloom (overlight) into the black areas (drastically decreasing the sharpness of the letters), the contrast has been turned up too much.

  • Page 37: Manual Speaker Setup

    If you have already run the ezSet/eq process as explained in configure the Avr for your Speakers , on page 25, the Avr saved the results. to fine-tune the ezSet/eq results, or to configure the Avr from scratch, select manual Setup. A screen similar to the one shown below will appear.
  • Page 38 Step Four – Setting Channel Output Levels Manually for a conventional stereo receiver, a simple balance control adjusts the stereo imaging by varying the relative loudness of the left and right channels. In a home theater system with up to seven main channels plus a subwoofer, achieving proper imaging becomes both more critical and more complex.

  • Page 39: Listening In Zone 2

    “2” position. AVR 3650/AVR 365 only: to select a zone using the Zone 2 remote, press the Zone Selector, and the Zone Indicator light will turn green when the remote is set to operate Zone 1 or red to operate Zone 2.

  • Page 40: Settings Lock

    General AVR Settings Network Settings: Select this to set up your Avr for connection to your home network. Network Settings ID#: 00 00 00 00 A0 A0 Network Settings: Manual IP Address: 000 . 000 . 000 . 000 Subnet Mask: 000 .

  • Page 41: Advanced Remote Control Programming

    Advanced Remote Control Programming Remote Channel-Control Punch-Through the punch-through feature allows you to operate one component while setting certain groups of controls to operate another component. for example, while using the Avr controls for surround modes and other audio functions, you may also use the remote to operate the transport controls of your blu-ray disc player.

  • Page 42: Resetting The Remote

    If the message indicates that an update is available, press the front-panel ok button to begin the update. during the update a progress bar and status messages will appear on the message display. do not touch any controls on the Avr and do not interrupt the network connection during the update.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Intermittent buzzing in tuner (AVR 3650/AVR 365 only): Surround-back speaker settings cannot be accessed, and the test tone does not play through the surround back speakers...

  • Page 44: Specifications

    1.4a with 12-bit deep color General Specifications power requirement: 120v Ac/60hz (Avr 3650/Avr 2650); 220v – 240v Ac/50hz – 60hz (Avr 365/ Avr 265) power consumption: <0.5w (standby); 480w maximum (Avr 3650/Avr 365); 420w maximum (Avr 2650/Avr 265) dimensions (w x h x d): 17-5/16"...

  • Page 45: Appendix

    1 Analog 1, 2 or 3 hdmI 4 Analog 1, 2 or 3 hdmI 5 (Avr 3650/Avr 365); Analog 1, 2 or 3 hdmI 1 (Avr 2650/Avr 265) hdmI 3 (or hdmI front on Analog 1, 2 or 3 4...
  • Page 46 Table A3 – Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults left/right Speakers center Speaker left/right Surround Speakers left/right Surround back Speakers Subwoofer 1 Subwoofer 2 left/right Speakers crossover frequency center Speaker crossover frequency left/right Surround Speakers crossover frequency left/right Surround back or left/right front height Speakers crossover frequency Subwoofer mode Subwoofer Size...
  • Page 47 Cable/Sat Disc dolby volume See Source tone control treble bass lfe trim enhancer Radio (AVR 3650/ Network AVR 365) Media Radio (AVR 3650/ Server AVR 365) Appendix Game The Bridge (AVR 2650/ AVR 265) the bridge III the bridge III...
  • Page 48 * note: these settings are available only when dolby pro logic II or IIx music mode has been selected. Access these settings by selecting the edit option. Blu-ray Media Radio Disc Server Blu-ray Media Radio Disc Server (AVR Network Game 3650/ Bridge AVR 365) (AVR 3650/ Network Game AVR 365) Appendix (AVR 2650/ AVR 265) The Bridge (AVR 2650/ AVR 265)
  • Page 49 Settings Automatic volume units volume default volume default level –25db unit of measure feet (Avr 3650/Avr 2650): meters (Avr 365/Avr 265) language english dolby volume calibration rS232 control menu transparency medium volume/Status messages 3 Seconds...
  • Page 50 Table A12 – Surround Modes Surround Mode Description dolby digital provides up to five separate main audio channels and a dedicated low-frequency effects (lfe) channel. dolby digital ex An expansion of dolby digital 5.1 that adds a surround back channel that may be played through one or two surround back speakers.
  • Page 51 Table A12 – Surround Modes – continued Surround Mode Description dolby pro logic IIx this mode is similar to dolby pro logic II movie, with an added surround back music channel. dolby pro logic IIx this mode is similar to dolby pro logic II music, including the availability of center music width, dimension and panorama adjustments.
  • Page 52 Table A12 – Surround Modes – continued Surround Mode Description dtS neo:6 dtS neo:6 analog processing is available with dtS and dtS 96/24 signals and mode group two-channel analog or pcm signals to create a 3-, 5- or 6-channel presentation. dtS neo:6 depending on the number of speakers in your system, select 3-, 5- or 6-channel cinema...
  • Page 53 Appendix refer to the numbered buttons when using the function list in table A13. remote control function list reference...
  • Page 54 Avr Sel and Setup Info Settings Info Settings Sleep Sleep Zone Select Zone Select learn learn * Avr 3650/Avr 365 only. Radio Avr power on Avr power on Avr power on Avr power off Avr power off Avr power off Input Sel...
  • Page 55 Setup Avr Sel and Setup Info Settings Info Settings Sleep Sleep Zone Select learn learn * Avr 3650/Avr 365 only. Game HDTV Avr power on Avr power on Avr power on Avr power off Avr power off Avr power off...
  • Page 56 refer to tables A14 through A24 when programming the codes for your components into the remote. Table A14 – Remote Control Product Codes: TV TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AdmIrAl AnAm 045 106 109 112 122 037 122 123 128 AudIovox blAupunkt brokSonIc...
  • Page 57 Table A15 – Remote Control Product Codes: AUX-HDTV TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number Apex 614 616 dISh network mAgnAvox 607 608 609 610 611 motorolA 601 612 SAmSung tAtung tIvo See table A24 ZenIth 602 606 619 Table A16 – Remote Control Product Codes: AUX-VCR VCR Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AIwA...
  • Page 58 Table A17 – Remote Control Product Codes: AUX-CD CD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number Adcom 063 069 AIwA 072 111 118 156 170 AkAI 050 177 184 AudIo technIcA AudIoAcceSS AudIofIle cAlIfornIA AudIo cApetronIc cArrerA cArver 136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186 cASIo 117 166 clArInette...
  • Page 59 Table A19 – Remote Control Product Codes: SAT SAT Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number bIrdvIew chAnnel mASter 320 321 325 361 chApArrAl 315 316 451 cItoh dIrectv 309 310 314 dISh network drAke 313 317 318 413 481 dx AntennA 331 352 379 483 echoStAr 364 395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485 electro home...
  • Page 60 Table A21 – Remote Control Product Codes: Cable (cont.) Cable Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number SIgnAture 001 188 Sprucer 053 081 177 189 StArcom 002 011 163 StArgAte tAndy telecApAtIon texScAn tIvo 029 030 and See table A24 tocom 170 205 unIted cAble unIverSAl 033 034 039 042 113...
  • Page 61 hArmAn consumer, Inc. 8500 balboa boulevard, northridge, cA 91329 uSA © 2011 hArmAn International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. harman kardon and logic 7 are trademarks of hArmAn International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the united States and/or other countries. ezSet/eq is a trademark of hArmAn International Industries, Incorporated. blu-ray disc is a trademark of the blu-ray disc Association.

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