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Harman Kardon AVR 347 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AVR 347 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 1. Read Instructions. All the safety and operating instruc- tions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instruc- tions should be retained for future reference. 3.

  • Page 3: Important 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 347 and the heat generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the SAFETY INFORMATION unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials.
  • Page 4 STAPLE INVOICE HERE...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Step Eight – Program Sources Into the Remote Step Nine – Remote IR Inputs and Output Step Ten – Install a Multiroom System Step Eleven – Turn On the AVR 347 INITIAL SETUP Using the On-Screen Menu System Configure the AVR 347 Using EzSet/EQ...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Please register your AVR 347 on our Web site at www.harmankardon.com. Note: You’ll need the product’s serial number. At the same time, you can choose to be notified about our new products and/or special promotions. Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon...

  • Page 7: Audio Inputs

    The AVR 347 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI connection with other Simplay HD-verified products. Supplied Accessories The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 347. If any of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com.

  • Page 8: Front-Panel Controls

    Remote IR Sensor: from the remote control. It is important to ensure that it is not blocked. If covering the sensor is unavoidable, such as when the AVR 347 is placed inside a cabinet, you may use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other infrared receiver, connecting it to the Remote IR Input on the AVR 347’s rear panel.

  • Page 10: Rear-Panel Connections

    Interface) is a newer type of connection for transmitting digital audio and When the remote IR video signals between devices. With the AVR 347’s powerful processor, you may connect up to two HDMI-equipped source devices to the HDMI inputs using a single-cable connection, while benefiting from superior digital audio and video performance.

  • Page 11: Rear-Panel Connections

    REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS The AVR 347 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI connection with other Simplay HD-verified products. CD and Tape Audio Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect audio-only source components (e.g., CD player, tape deck). Do not connect a turntable to these jacks without a phono preamp.

  • Page 13: Main Remote Control Functions

    MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 347 remote is capable of controlling 11 devices, including the AVR itself and an iPod docked in the optional The Bridge accessory. During the installation process, you may program the codes for each of your source components into the remote. Each time you wish to use the codes for any component, first press the Selector button for that component.
  • Page 14 IR Transmitter Lens Power On Program Indicator AVR Selector AM/FM XM Radio Test Tone Sleep DSP Surround On-Screen Display Channel Level Digital Input Tuning Mode Direct Station Entry Tuning Tone Mode Night Mode Track Skip Transport Controls Mute Power Off Input Selectors 6-/8-Channel Input Selector Learn...
  • Page 15 Press this button to access the tone controls (bass and treble). Use the Navigation Buttons to make your selections. Disc Skip: This button has no effect on the receiver, but is used with some optical disc changers to skip to the next disc. Macros: These buttons may be programmed to execute long command sequences with a single button press.

  • Page 16: Zone Ii Remote Control Functions

    AVR’s Remote IR Outputs. The Zone II remote may also be used in the main listening room to directly control the AVR 347 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players connected to the Remote IR outputs. In that case the power, volume and mute controls will affect only the main listening area.
  • Page 17 Power Off AVR Selector AM/FM/XM Radio Preset Up/Down – Track Skip Stop Volume Controls IR Transmitter Mute Input Selectors Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play Play Disc Skip Pause NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that refer to this illustration, a copy of this page may be downloaded from the Product Support section at www.harmankardon.com.

  • Page 18: Introduction To Home Theater

    Surround sound immerses you in the musical or film presentation for increased realism. The AVR 347 may have up to seven speakers connected directly to it (plus a subwoofer). Each main speaker is powered by its own amplifier channel inside the receiver. When more than two speakers are used, it is called a multichannel system.

  • Page 19: Connections

    Figure 3 – Subwoofer Connecting Source Devices to the AVR The AVR 347 is designed to process audio and video input signals, playing back the audio and displaying the video on a television or monitor connected to the AVR. These signals originate in what are known as “source devices,”...

  • Page 20: Audio Connections

    In addition, receivers and processors such as the AVR 347 may handle the incoming signal in several different ways, depending on their capability as well. The AVR 347 uses HDMI version 1.1, and is capable of processing both the audio and video components of the HDMI data, minimizing the number of cable connections in your system.

  • Page 21: Analog Audio

    The AVR 347 is only capable of processing one PCM source at a time.

  • Page 22: Antennas

    See Figure 14. Figure 14 – AM Antenna RS-232 Serial Port The RS-232 serial port on the AVR 347 is used only for data. If Left Right Harman Kardon releases a software upgrade for the receiver’s operating system at some time in the future, the upgrade may be downloaded to the AVR using this port.

  • Page 23: Speaker Placement

    Placement of the surround speakers depends on the number of speakers in your system. If you’re using only two speakers with the AVR 347, place them in the front left and right positions, and skip to the Installation section. However, Harman Kardon recommends using the AVR 347 in a 5.1- or 7.1-channel configuration for optimal...

  • Page 24: Installation

    Connect the FM and AM antennas to their terminals. If you have purchased an XM antenna module designed for connection to an XM Ready device, such as the AVR 347, you may connect it now. To enjoy XM Radio, remember to purchase a subscription and activate your antenna module.
  • Page 25 DVD player will be used. We recommend connecting your various sources using the connections shown in Table 2 (below) in order to simplify programming your receiver and remote control. However, you may connect any device to any source input.

  • Page 26: Video 4 Source

    Video 2 Source The Video 2 source is used only for playback. The AVR 347 remote control is programmed to operate many brands and models of cable and satellite television devices, and we recommend connecting your cable or satellite set-top box to this source.
  • Page 27 AVR (e.g., Component Video 3 or Video 3) and select that source input, then select the 6-/8-Channel Inputs for audio; the AVR 347 will retain the last video selection other than HDMI. See Figure 26.

  • Page 28: Step Five - Connect Video Display

    AVR 347. See Figure 33. Make sure this device draws no more than 50 watts. The device should have its mechanical or master power switch turned on, and it will power on any time the AVR 347 is turned on.

  • Page 29: Step Seven - Insert Batteries In Remote

    Figure 35 – Remote Battery Compartment When using the remote, remember to point the lens toward the front panel of the AVR 347. Make sure no objects, such as furniture, are blocking the remote’s path to the receiver. Bright lights, fluorescent lights and plasma video displays may interfere with the remote’s functioning.
  • Page 30 ¤ Figure 38 – Learning Remote Commands c) Press the button on the AVR 347 remote you wish to program with the new code, and the Program Indicator will light steadily in amber. d) Press and hold the button on the device’s original remote whose code you wish to “learn”...

  • Page 31: Step Nine - Remote Ir Inputs And Output

    See Figure 39. Figure 39 – IR Inputs and Outputs When the AVR 347 is placed in such a way that aiming the remote at the front-panel IR sensor is difficult, such as inside a cabinet or facing away from the listener, you may connect an external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the Remote IR Input jack.

  • Page 32: Step Eleven - Turn On The Avr 347

    Master Power Switch in the ON position, even when the receiver is not being used. Figure 44 – Power Switches 2. There are several ways in which the AVR 347 may be turned on from Standby mode. a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. See Figure 44.

  • Page 33: Initial Setup

    Before you begin enjoying your new receiver, a few adjustments should be made to configure the AVR 347 to match your actual system. Make sure that you have connected a video display to one of the video monitor outputs on the receiver. When you turn on your display and the AVR, you should see a blue screen.

  • Page 34: Configure The Avr 347 Using Ezset/Eq

    See Figure 51. Figure 51 – Plug EzSet/EQ microphone into receiver. Step Three – Make sure that the AVR 347 and the video display are turned on. Press the OSD Button to display the Menu System. See Figure 48. Use the Buttons to move the cursor to the Speaker ⁄...

  • Page 35: What Ezset/Eq Does

    Figure 57 – EzSet/EQ: Speaker Distance Test NOTE: The AVR 347 is also capable of setting a different type of delay, called A/V Sync Delay. A/V Sync Delay is used to compensate for lip sync problems that may occur when a video...

  • Page 36: Configure Sources

    INITIAL SETUP display device or set-top box causes delays while digital video signals are processed. It simultaneously adds a delay to all speaker channels in the system. A/V Sync Delay is not set during EzSet/EQ. It may be set while watching a program as follows: press the Delay Button on the remote and the first setting displayed is A/V Sync Delay.
  • Page 37 NOTE: If your video display has an HDMI input, then you only need to connect the AVR’s HDMI Output to the display. The AVR 347 transcodes analog source video signals up to 720p from composite, S-video or component video to the HDMI format, and is also capable of upscaling the signal up to 720p to match your display’s capabilities.
  • Page 38 AUTO POLL: The Auto Poll feature is used when both an analog audio and digital audio connection have been made for one source device. If for some reason no digital signal is available, the AVR 347 will switch to the analog inputs for the source. This situation can occur with some cable or satellite television broadcasts, where some channels are broad- cast with digital audio and others with analog audio.

  • Page 39: Operation

    See Figure 63. Figure 63 – Power Switches There are several ways in which the AVR 347 may be turned on: a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. See Figure 63.

  • Page 40: Mute Function

    For direct access to any source, press its Input Selector on the remote (see Figure 65). Since the AVR 347 allows for more source input devices than the remote has buttons for, some sources are required to share buttons. These are the DVD and CD sources, the Tape and...

  • Page 41: Audio Input Selection

    The VIDEO IN line of the Input Setup menu indicates which of the video inputs on the AVR 347 is assigned to each source. As shown in Table 5, by default the Component Video 1 input is assigned to the DVD source, the Component Video 2 input is assigned to the Video 1 source, and the Component Video 3 input is assigned to the Video 2 source.

  • Page 42: Channel Direct Inputs

    6-/8-Channel Inputs for the audio. Example 1: You would like to connect a DVD-Audio player to the AVR 347. You plan on playing a variety of discs using this player, including conventional DVDs and even CDs, as well as multichannel discs.

  • Page 43: Xm Radio Operation

    XM Radio is a satellite-delivered service that offers hundreds of program channels, as well as local traffic and weather information for select cities. The AVR 347 is “XM Ready,” which means that it is able to receive the OPERATION XM service when an optional XM antenna module is connected and the service activated.

  • Page 44: Recording

    The Bridge is an optional dock that may be used with a compatible iPod (not included). When The Bridge is connected to its proprietary input on the AVR 347 and the iPod is docked, you may play the audio, video and still-image materials on your iPod through your high-quality audio/ video system, operate the iPod using the AVR remote or the AVR’s...

  • Page 45: Using The Bridge

    Message Display. The lower line will display the elapsed time of the track on the left, the play mode icon, and the time remaining on the right. In addition, if a video display is connected to the AVR 347, a screen will appear briefly to display information about the iPod’s status and the track.

  • Page 46: Selecting A Surround Mode

    Surround mode selection can be as simple or sophisticated as your individual system and tastes. Feel free to experiment with the many available surround modes on the AVR 347, and you may find a few that become your favorites for certain sources or program types. Although...

  • Page 47: Advanced Functions

    5.1-channel configuration. New formats, such as Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital Plus, may be available in 7.1-channel configurations on the future. The AVR 347 will not be able to play native 7.1-channel programs unless the source device outputs a 5.1- or 6.1-channel version.

  • Page 48: Surround Modes

    There is no harm in experimenting with all of the modes available with any given source material. Table 8 offers a brief description of each mode the AVR 347 is capable of using, and also indicates the types of incoming signals or digital bitstreams the mode may be used with.

  • Page 49: Dolby Surround Settings

    Default Modes During initial use or after a processor reset, the AVR 347 will default to the Logic 7 7CH Music mode for all analog and PCM audio inputs. Subsequently, when a source input is selected and an analog or PCM signal is received, the AVR will switch to the last surround mode used for that source input/incoming signal combination.
  • Page 50 Dolby Pro Logic IIx modes may be selected not only with Dolby Digital bit- streams, but thanks to the AVR 347’s post-processor, they may also be used with some DTS bitstreams to add a surround back channel to 5.1 modes.
  • Page 51 Surround Mode Description Dolby Pro Logic IIx This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Music, including the availability Music of center width, dimension and panorama adjustments. Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music adds a surround back channel. In addition, it may be selected even when some types of DTS signals are present.
  • Page 52 Cinema encoding, Logic 7 Cinema mode increases center channel intelligibility. Logic 7 The AVR 347 is programmed at the factory to default to this mode for Music 2-channel signals. Logic 7 Music mode is well suited to conventional 2-channel music recordings.

  • Page 53: Manual Setup

    Manual Setup The AVR 347 is flexibly designed to be used with almost any loud- speakers available. The flexibility arises from the AVR 347’s capability to be configured to match the characteristics of your particular speakers, and to compensate for the acoustic characteristics of your room.

  • Page 54: Speaker Size Menu

    Buttons to select the SMALL, LARGE or NONE setting for the surround back speakers. The AVR 347 is one of the few receivers in its class to include multi- room capability. With assignable surround back amplifier channels, set- ting up a multiroom system is more convenient than ever, no longer requiring an external amplifier to power the remote speakers.

  • Page 55: Speaker Crossover Menu

    Use this setting if you have a passive subwoofer, or a powered subwoofer that you connected to the front speaker outputs. NOTE: If you are using a Harman Kardon HKTS speaker system, select the SMALL setting for the LEFT/RIGHT, CENTER, SURROUND and SURR BACK lines, and the subwoofer will automatically be set to SUB (LFE).

  • Page 56: Step Four - Setting Channel Output Levels Manually

    With up to seven main channels plus a subwoofer, imaging becomes both more critical and more complex. Unlike the rotary balance control, the goal of the AVR 347’s channel output adjustment process is to examine the output level of each channel independently and ensure that each is heard at the listening position with equal loudness.

  • Page 57: Video Adjustments

    Set Button and use the Buttons to adjust the level as desired. ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Buttons to If you would like to set your levels using the AVR 347’s internal test ⁄ ¤ tone, adjust the TEST TONE SEQ and TEST TONE lines as follows.

  • Page 58: Multiroom Operation

    Tuning Mode Button to select monaural operation for FM radio stations. If you wish to use the AVR 347 with more than one remote room, you will need to purchase a multichannel external amplifier that enables you to connect several pairs of loudspeakers, or use an A-BUS hub.

  • Page 59: Operating The Multiroom System

    Figure 95 – Multiroom Button System Settings The AVR 347 offers several system settings that allow you to make the receiver easier to use rather than directly affecting performance. Most of these settings may be accessed from the System Setup menu, which is selected by pressing the OSD Button and navigating to the System tab.

  • Page 60: Dim Function

    Set Button to select it. Advanced Remote Control Functions The AVR 347 remote control not only operates the AVR 347, but it also serves as a universal remote that may be programmed to operate many other home theater components, as described in the Installation section.

  • Page 61: Macros

    Processor Reset There may be instances when you wish to fully reset the AVR 347 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.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting Guide

    Remote behaves erratically Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVR 347, 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.

  • Page 63: Technical Specifications

    Height measurement includes feet and chassis. All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Harman Kardon and Logic 7 are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. EzSet/EQ, of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.

  • Page 64: Appendix

    APPENDIX 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 Logic 7 Logic 7...
  • Page 65 Table A4 – Source Input Settings Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 The Bridge/DMP Title Video Input Audio Input Auto Poll Surround Mode Tone Mode Bass Treble Video Mode Table A5 – Speaker/Channel Settings Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 The Bridge/DMP CD Tape Tuner 6-/8-Channel Left/Right Speaker Size...
  • Page 66 APPENDIX Table A6 – Remote Control Codes Source Input Product Type (circle one) Video 1 VCR, PVR Video 2 Cable, Satellite Video 3 Video 4 CD, CDR Tape Cassette HDMI 1 DVD, VCR, PVR, Cable Satellite HDMI 2 DVD, VCR, PVR, Cable Satellite Table A7 –...
  • Page 67 Refer to the numbered buttons in Figure 97 when using the Function List. Figure 97 – Remote Control Function List Reference APPENDIX 53 54...
  • Page 68 APPENDIX Table A8 – Remote Control Function List No. Button Name AVR Function CD/CD-R 1 Power On Power On Power On Power On 2 Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off 3 Mute Mute Mute Mute 4 AVR AVR Sel e ct AVR Sel e ct AVR Sel e ct 5 DVD/CD...
  • Page 69 Table A8 – continued No. Button Name AVR Function CD/CD-R 43 0 44 Memory Memory Audi o or Pl a yl i s t Ti m e 45 Tuning Up Tuning Up Next Chapter Track Direct 46 Direct Direct Tuner Entry Angle Random Play 47 Clear Clear...
  • Page 70 CRAIG CROWN CURTIS MATHES DAEWOO DAYTRON DIGI LINK DYNASTY DYNATECH ELECTROHOME EMERSON FUNAI FUTURETECH GOLDSTAR/LG GRUNDIG HALL MARK HARMAN KARDON HITACHI INFINITY INKEL JC PENNEY JENSEN KAWASHO KENWOOD TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number LLOYTRON LODGENET LOGIK LUXMAN MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MATSUI...
  • Page 71 Table A9 – continued TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number LOGIK LUXMAN MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MATSUI MEMOREX METZ MINERVA MITSUBISHI NATIONAL NIKEI ONKING ONWA OPTONICA ORION PANASONIC PHILCO PHILIPS PIONEER PORTLAND PROSCAN PROTON QUASAR RADIO SHACK REALISTIC RUNCO SAMPO SAMSUNG SANYO SCOTT SEARS SHARP SIEMENS...
  • Page 72 DAYTRON 018 048 DYNATECH EMERSON 013 040 042 FISHER FUNAI 076 095 124 GO VIDEO GOLDSTAR/LG 018 107 HARMAN KARDON 002 003 018 HITACHI 040 048 JC PENNEY 018 045 JENSEN 018 048 111 KENWOOD 020 048 LLOYD 020 040...
  • Page 73 187 188 213 EMERSON 052 093 108 FISHER 055 095 FRABA FUNAI GENEXXA GOLDSTAR/LG 016 087 HAITAI 099 214 HARMAN KARDON 001 002 025 HITACHI INKEL JC PENNEY 098 147 JENSEN 176 195 196 KENWOOD 030 062 078 178 181 LOTTE...
  • Page 74 Table A12 – Remote Control Product Codes – DVD DVD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number APEX DIGITAL DENON 019 051 003 004 GOLDSTAR/LG 005 055 064 HARMAN KARDON 001 002 068 MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MITSUBISHI ONKYO 009 048 PANASONIC 024 030 044...
  • Page 75 Table A14 – Remote Control Product Codes – TAPE Tape Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON Table A15 – Remote Control Product Codes – CBL CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number 001 011 ALLEGRO AMERICAST ARCHER BELCOR CABLE STAR 033 113...
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