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Harman Kardon AVR 220 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AVR 220 Audio/Video Receiver OWNER’S MANUAL ® Power for the Digital Revolution. ™...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AVR 220 Audio/Video Receiver Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front Panel Controls Front Panel Information Display Rear Panel Connections Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections System Configuration Input Setup Surround Setup Delay Settings Speaker Setup Output Level Adjustment Manual Output Level Adjustment...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    DVD and LD releases and Digital Television broadcasts. While complex digital systems are hard at work within the AVR 220 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed connections, a programmable remote control, and on-screen menus make the AVR 220 easy to use.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Safety Information Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your AVR 220 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line volt- age other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

  • Page 5: Front Panel Controls

    System Power Control: When the Main Power Switch is “ON, ” press this button to turn on the AVR 220; press it again to turn the unit off. Note that the Power Indicator Input Source Selector FM Mode Selector...
  • Page 6 Volume Control: Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease the volume. If the AVR 220 is muted, adjusting volume control will automatically release the unit from the silenced condition.

  • Page 7: Front Panel Information Display

    Standby mode. Night Mode Indicator: This indicator lights when the AVR 220 is in the Night mode, which preserves the dynamic range of digital program material at low volume levels.
  • Page 8 Main Information Display: This display shows messages relating to the status, input source, surround mode, tuner, volume level or other aspects of the AVR 220’s operation. Analog Input Indicator: This indicator lights when an analog input source has been selected.

  • Page 9: Rear Panel Connections

    Rear Panel Connections ¡ VID 3 TAPE ™ £ VID 2 ANTENNA ¢ VID 1 DIGITAL IN ∞ § ¶ • DIGITAL OUT CENTER ª SUBWOOFER 6 CH. DIRECT INPUT ‚ ¡ Tape Inputs ™ Tape Outputs £ Video 1 Audio Inputs ¢...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel Connections

    (+) termi- nals on the AVR 220 to the red (+) terminals on the speaker and the black (–) terminals on the AVR 220 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers.

  • Page 11: Remote Control Functions

    6-Channel Direct Input Mute EzSet Sensor Microphone NOTE: The function names shown here are each button’s feature when used with the AVR 220. Most buttons have additional functions when used with other devices. See pages 37–38 for a list of these functions.
  • Page 12 Input Selectors: Pressing one of these buttons will perform three actions at the same time. First, if the AVR 220 is not turned on, this will power up the unit. Next, it will select the source shown on the button as the input to the AVR 220.
  • Page 13 (See page 34 for more information on storing and recalling macros.) Transport Controls: These buttons do not have any functions for the AVR 220, but they may be programmed for the forward/ reverse play operation of a wide variety of CD or DVD players, and audio or video cassette recorders.

  • Page 14: Installation And Connections

    Harman Kardon DAL 150. 4. Connect the Coaxial or Optical Digital Outputs ‚ on the rear panel of the AVR 220 to the matching digital input connections on a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.
  • Page 15 Video Connection Note: • Composite and S-Video signals may only be viewed in their native formats. S-Video inputs may only be viewed when the AVR 220 is connected to a TV set or video display with S-Video capability. Power Connections This unit is equipped with two accessory AC outlets.

  • Page 16: System Configuration

    Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps in the setup process are to program the AVR 220’s bass management system for the type of speakers used in your system, calibrate the output levels, and set the delay times used...
  • Page 17 System Configuration You are now ready to power up the AVR 220 to begin these final adjustments. 1. Plug the Power Cable ° into an unswitched AC outlet. 2. Press the Main Power Switch in until it latches and the word “OFF” on the top of the switch disappears inside the front panel.

  • Page 18: Input Setup

    However, to make it easier to establish the initial parameters for the AVR 220, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic II for most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to digital sources. In the case...

  • Page 19: Speaker Setup

    , and press the Set Button return to the main menu. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 220 which type of speakers are in use. This is important as it adjusts the settings that determine which speakers receive low-frequency (bass) informa- tion.
  • Page 20 When this option is selected, all bass information will be routed to the front left/right “main” speakers. • If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR 220, you have the option to have the front left/right “main” speakers reproduce bass...

  • Page 21: Output Level Adjustment

    Using EzSet Harman Kardon’s exclusive EzSet remote makes it possible to quickly and accurately set the AVR 220’s output levels without the use of a sound pressure meter, although manual adjust- ment is also available. However, for the easiest setup, follow these steps while seated in the listening position that will be used most often: 1.

  • Page 22: Manual Output Level Adjustment

    Upon completion of the second circulation, the Program/SPL indicator will flash green twice and then go out. The tone will stop and the AVR 220 will return to normal operation. If you find that the output levels chosen by EzSet are either uncomfortably low or high, you may repeat the procedure.
  • Page 23 Once the settings outlined on the previous pages have been made, the AVR 220 is ready for operation. While there are some additional settings to be made, these are best done after...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Turning the AVR 220 On or Off • When using the AVR 220 for the first time, you must press the Main Power Switch on the front panel to turn the unit on. This places the...

  • Page 25: Surround Mode Chart

    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. Available only with digital input sources encoded with DTS data. Available on special DVD, LD and audio-only discs, DTS provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated low-frequency channel.

  • Page 26: Surround Mode Selection

    LD discs. Note that an optional, external RF demodulator is required to use the AVR 220 to listen to the Dolby Digital sound tracks available on laser discs. Connect the RF output of the LD player to...

  • Page 27: Night Mode

    “Audio Select” button or in a menu screen on the disc) to send a full 5.1 feed to the AVR 220. It is also possible for the type of sig- nal feed to change during the course of a DVD playback.

  • Page 28: Tuner Operation

    Stereo Mode, unless the receiver detects a Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream. MP3 Audio Playback The AVR 220 is one of the few A/V receivers to provide on-board decoding for the MP3 audio format used by computers and portable audio devices.

  • Page 29: Tape Recording

    Preset Tuning Using the remote, up to 30 stations may be stored in the AVR 220’s memory for easy recall using the front panel controls or the remote. To enter a station into the memory, first tune the station using the steps outlined above.

  • Page 30: Channel Direct Input

    The AVR 220 is equipped for future expansion through the use of optional, external adapters for formats that the AVR 220 may not be capa- ble of processing. When an adapter is connected to the 6-Channel Direct Input ª, you may...

  • Page 31: Advanced Features

    Turn On Volume Level As is the case with most audio/video receivers, when the AVR 220 is turned on, it will always return to the volume setting in effect when the unit was turned off. However, you may prefer to...
  • Page 32 Advanced Features the AVR 220 is turned off. Once the unit is turned off, the semi-OSD displays will remain activated, even if they were switched off for the previous listening session. To change the length of time that the semi-OSD...

  • Page 33: Programming The Remote

    Auto Search Method. Auto Search Method If the unit you wish to include in the AVR 220’s remote is not listed in the code tables in this manual or if the code does not seem to operate...

  • Page 34: Macro Programming

    Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently used combinations of commands with the press of a single button on the AVR 220 remote con- trol. Once programmed, a macro will send out up to 19 different remote codes in a predeter-...

  • Page 35: Punch-Through Programming

    TV viewing, you may wish to have the AVR 220’s volume activated, although the remote is set to run the TV. Either the AVR 220 or TV volume control may be associated with any of the remote’s devices. To program the...

  • Page 36: Transport Control Punch-Through

    TV, you may wish to start or stop your VCR or DVD without having to change the device selected by the AVR 220 or the remote. To program the remote for Transport Control Punch-Through, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 37: Function List

    Function List No. Button Name AVR Function Power Off Power Off Power Off Power On Power On Power On Mute Mute Mute AVR Select DVD Input Select DVD Select CD Input Select Tape Tape Input Select VID1/VCR Video 1 Select VID2/TV Video 2 Select 10 VID3/CBL/Sat...
  • Page 38 Function List (continued) No. Button Name AVR Function 45 Direct Direct Tuner Entry 46 Clear Clear Clear 47 Preset Up Preset Tune Up Slow Forward 48 Tune Down Tune Down Prev Chapter Track Increment 49 OSD 50 D. Skip Disc Skip 51 Preset Down Preset Tune Down Slow Rev...

  • Page 39: Setup Code Tables

    DAYTRON DIGI LINK DYNASTY DYNATECH ELECTROHOME EMERSON 123 128 FUNAI FUTURETECH 121 123 GOLDSTAR 103 110 GRUNDIG HALL MARK HARMAN KARDON HITACHI 128 132 INFINITY INKEL JC PENNEY 123 128 JENSEN 087 134 KAWASHO KENWOOD 123 132 LLOYTRON LODGENET LOGIK...
  • Page 40 Setup Code Table: TV (continued) METZ 123 128 MINERVA MITSUBISHI 115 123 NATIONAL 177 179 121 123 NIKEI ONKING ONWA OPTONICA ORION 208 209 PANASONIC 148 169 PHILCO 115 123 PHILIPS 128 132 PIONEER 123 128 PORTLAND PROSCAN PROTON 122 128 QUASAR RADIO SHACK 128 132...
  • Page 41 DAYTRON 018 048 DYNATECH EMERSON 013 040 042 110 112 FISHER FUNAI 076 095 124 GO VIDEO GOLDSTAR 018 107 HARMAN KARDON 018 049 HITACHI 040 048 JC PENNEY 018 045 JENSEN 018 048 111 132 KENWOOD 020 048 LLOYD...
  • Page 42 Setup Code Table: VCR (continued) SALORA SAMSUNG 045 095 105 109 SANSUI 048 116 147 SANYO 017 020 SCOTT 110 112 SEARS 017 020 SHARP 129 156 SONY 080 129 SOUNDESIGN SYLVANIA SYMPHONIC TANDY 017 040 TASHICO TATUNG TEAC 040 048 TEKNIKA THOMAS TOSHIBA...
  • Page 43 AUDIOFILE CALIFORNIA AUDIO CAPETRONIC CARRERA CARVER 143 144 CASIO CLARINETTE DENON EMERSON FISHER FRABA FUNAI GENEXXA GOLDSTAR HAITAI HARMAN KARDON 054 190 HITACHI INKEL JC PENNEY JENSEN KENWOOD 079 148 LOTTE LUXMAN MAGNAVOX MARANTZ 192 193 MCINTOSH MITSUMI MODULAIRE NAKAMICHI...
  • Page 44 Setup Code Table: CD (continued) REALISTIC 104 105 SANSUI 157 172 SANYO 095 168 SCOTT SHARP 151 159 SHERWOOD 105 133 SONY 118 132 SOUNDSTREAM SYMPHONIC TAEKWANG TEAC 086 106 THETA DIGITAL TOSHIBA 151 155 VECTOR RESEARCH VICTOR WARDS YAMAHA 061 135 YORK 44 SETUP CODES...
  • Page 45 Setup Code Table: Tape Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON Setup Code Table: Audio Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON Setup Code Table: DVD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number APEX DIGITAL DENON 019 051 003 004 GOLDSTAR HARMAN KARDON 005 055 064...
  • Page 46 Setup Code Table: SAT Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ALPHASTAR ALPHASTAR DBS ALPHASTAR DSR BIRDVIEW CHANNEL MASTER 320 321 325 361 CHAPARRAL 315 316 CITOH DRAKE 313 317 413 481 DX ANTENNA 331 352 379 483 ECHOSTAR 395 397 453 463 ELECTRO HOME FUJITSU 324 329...
  • Page 47 Setup Code Table: CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number 001 011 ALLEGRO AMERICAST ARCHER BELCOR CABLE STAR 033 113 CITIZEN COLOUR VOICE 085 090 DIGI EAGLE EASTERN 066 070 ELECTRICORD EMERSON FOCUS G.I. 001 011 017 096 097 GC ELECTRONICS GEMINI 032 060 GENERAL GENERAL INSTRUMENT...
  • Page 48 Setup Code Table: CBL (continued) REMBRANT SAMSUNG 072 186 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 183 203 SEAM SIGNATURE 001 188 SPRUCER 053 081 177 189 STARCOM 002 011 163 STARGATE TANDY TELECAPATION TEXSCAN TIMELESS TOCOM 170 205 UNITED CABLE UNIVERSAL 033 034 039 042 113 VIDEOWAY 124 211 VIEWSTAR...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Your AVR 220 receiver has been designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. In the event that you are experiencing difficulties, please check the suggestions below for a possible solution to your problem. Additional information on the AVR 220, including updated information and user hints, is avail- able from our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

  • Page 50: Technical Specifications

    Height measurement includes feet and chassis. All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a trademark, of Harman International Industries, Inc. is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. (Patent No. 5,386,478).

  • Page 51: Notes

    Notes 51 NOTES...
  • Page 52 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com © 2001 Harman Kardon, Incorporated Part No.: J90200012610...

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