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Harman Kardon AVR 247 Owner's Manual

Harman Kardon AVR 247 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 AVR 247 Audio/VideoReceiver OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Tuner Operation Macro Programming Safety Information Basic Tuner Operation Programmed Device Functions Unpacking Station Selection Volume Punch-Through Front Panel Controls Preset Tuning Channel Control Punch-Through Rear Panel Connections RDS Operation Transport Control Punch-Through Main Remote Control Functions RDS Tuning Resetting the Remote Memory Installation and Connections...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon! The AVR 247 takes the “video” part of its name Coax and optical digital outputs are available for With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 247 seriously. Along with two HDMI inputs and three direct connection to digital recorders.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects the line voltage in your area, contact your dealer ■ Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7 ® may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

  • Page 5: Unpacking

    ■ Due to the weight of the AVR 247 and the heat To minimize the size of the carton in storage, generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote you may wish to flatten it.

  • Page 6: Front Panel Controls

    Front Panel Controls DIGITAL LOGIC 7 VID 1 VID 2 PRO LOGIC VID 3 FMAM 3 STEREO HEADPHONE 5 7 CH. STEREO VID 4 TAPE 6 8 CH SURR. OFF Optical 3 Coaxial 3 Main Power Switch Tuner Band Selector Ô...
  • Page 7 Front Panel Controls 7 Selector Buttons: When you are $ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: These Ó Digital Coax 3 Input: This jack is normally establishing the AVR’s configuration settings, use indicators are multipurpose, indicating either the used for connection to the output of portable these buttons to select from the choices speaker type selected for each channel or the digital audio devices, video game consoles or...

  • Page 8: Rear Panel Connections

    Digital Media Player (DMP) 2 Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the Surround Left: Blue Connector: With the AVR 247 turned off, con- Surround Right: Gray PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder. nect one end of the optional Harman Kardon...
  • Page 9 Leave the Mode switch popped out in O Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker A Digital Audio Outputs: Connect these the Operate position, unless the AVR 247 is Outputs: These speaker terminals are normally jacks to the matching digital input connector on being upgraded.
  • Page 10 HDMI Output, box, personal video recorder or video game to and are downconverted to 720p for the the AVR 247, you may use either a composite or Component Video Outputs. If your source S-video connection, but not both.

  • Page 11: 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/8-Channel Direct Input Test Button Sleep Button Surround Mode Selector Night Mode Channel Select Button Buttons ⁄ ¤ Button ‹...
  • Page 12 AVR and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD The buttons labeled DVD, TAPE and HDMI 1 are players and cassette decks. The remote is also...
  • Page 13 Main Remote Control Functions E ‹ Button: This button is used to change L OSD Button: Press this button to activate S Stereo Mode Selector: Press this button the On Screen Display (OSD) system used to set to select a stereo playback mode. When the the menu selection or setting during some of the up or adjust the AVR’s parameters.
  • Page 14 ® is docked in pressing this selector will select the iPod as the audio source input device for the AVR 247. In addition, if a video display is connected to one of the Video Monitor Outputs B, the iPod’s messages will appear on screen, and in the Upper and Lower Display Lines Ò.

  • Page 15: Installation And Connections

    S-video signal to a recorder or the AVR’s HDMI ™ is the abbreviation for High-Definition source and the AVR 247 to either the Coaxial multizone system when an HDMI input is in Multimedia Interface, which is quickly becoming NÓ or Optical R* Digital Inputs.

  • Page 16: Video Equipment Connections

    NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and 7. With the AVR 247 turned off, connect the surround-left and surround-right speakers, variable audio outputs it is best to use the fixed...

  • Page 17: Scart A/V Connections

    Xbox 360’s settings so that it outputs 720p • HiFi VCRs need an adapter from Scart to 6 NOTE: When connecting a device such as a video, which the AVR 247 can then convert to RCA plugs, see fig. 2 (normal video), or from the HDMI format.
  • Page 18 Installation and Connections Note that only the video plugs (the "yellow" Black cinch plug in fig. 3 and the S-Video plug in Figure 1: Yellow fig. 6) must be connected to the TV Monitor SCART/Cinch-Adapter Output B, and the volume on the TV must be for playback;...

  • Page 19: System And Power Connections

    Taking advantage of the AVR’s built-in seven- This unit is equipped with one accessory AC The AVR 247 is designed for flexible use with channel amplifier, it is possible to use two of the outlet. It may be used to power accessory...

  • Page 20: Speaker Selection

    It is appropriate to configure the AVR 247 for listening position. Ideally, the front-channel either 5.1- or 7.1-channel operation, but not for speakers should be placed so that their tweeters 6.1 channels.

  • Page 21: System Configuration

    D on the front panel or remote. when these settings are made manually. You are ⁄ ¤ video display. now ready to power up the AVR 247 to begin System Setup IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the on- these final adjustments. screen menus using a CRT-based projector,...

  • Page 22: Input Setup

    System Configuration The factory default settings for the AVR 247 When you first select a menu, the first setting When using the full-OSD system to make the setup adjustments, press the OSD button L have all inputs configured for an analog audio line will be highlighted (see Figure 2).
  • Page 23 AVR’s HDMI use. Within five seconds, make your input selec- Output X to the display. The AVR 247 screen. Then highlight the indicator on tion using the Selector buttons on the front screen and press the Set Button F.

  • Page 24: Surround Setup

    Surround Setup Logic IIx Music is selected as the listening mode, (DTS ES Matrix) available in the AVR 247 will not The next step for that input is to set the sur- three special settings appear in the menu to appear unless a digital source is playing the round mode you wish to use with that input.

  • Page 25: Night Mode Settings

    In The Night mode is a feature of Dolby Digital that detected, the AVR 247 defaults to the DTS normal use, this feature is turned off, which uses special processing to preserve the dynamic...

  • Page 26: Configuring The Surround Off (Stereo) Modes

    DSP surround it is either turned off, with a full-range signal The AVR 247 is one of the first receivers in its modes that are designed for use with two-chan- going to the front left/right speakers, or you may...
  • Page 27 Step 3: Plug the EzSet/EQ microphone into the the EzSet/EQ process, or that you do not use AVR 247’s Headphone Jack 4, making Step 6: After you select “Continue”, the screen EzSet/EQ and enter the configuration settings certain that the mini-plug to 1/4"...
  • Page 28 System Configuration • Speaker Distance: This test will circulate the NOTE: The crossover determined by EzSet/EQ is tones again as the name of each channel is not the same as the crossover frequency shown to measure the distance from the specification that appears in the speaker’s microphone to each speaker.

  • Page 29: Manual Setup

    Basic Operation section of this manual on page 37 to Adjust the submenus in the SPEAKER learn how to operate AVR 247. For those submenu in order, as some settings SETUP situations where you may wish to make a...
  • Page 30 System Configuration NOTE: When the front speakers are set to the 4. When you have completed your selection for When NONE is selected, the system will adjust the center channel, press the Set Button F option and the surround mode is set so that only 5.1-channel surround processing/ LARGE to "Surround Off", or pure two-channel stereo,...
  • Page 31 System Configuration • If a subwoofer is connected and you wish to upper capability limit of your subwoofer, as use it for bass reproduction in conjunction shown in the sub’s Owner’s Manual. When the with the main front left/right speakers, regard- cursor is on the Subwoofer line, press the...

  • Page 32: Delay Settings

    System Configuration As an example, in the Figure below, all speakers To re-synchronize the front, center and surround Next move the blue bar down to the Unit line, press Set F and select the unit for dis- are set for “large, ” and a subwoofer is set. channels at first measure and note the distance from the listening/viewing position to the front, tances you prefer to enter, feet or meter with the...

  • Page 33: Output Level Adjustment

    System Configuration Note that the A/V Sync delay setting is unique to system has only one surround back speaker. This each video input source, so you may enter a means that the Surround Back channel will seem different setting to compensate for the to appear twice, and in 6.1 operation this is differences between any product attached to the normal.
  • Page 34 System Configuration once with the SBL indication and once with the that you should avoid setting the master volume To adjust the output level, press the ⁄ ¤ buttons D until the desired level is shown in SBR indication. This is normal, and it allows you above 0dB.

  • Page 35: Operation

    Logic 7 Cinema Exclusive to Harman Kardon for AV receivers, Logic 7 is an advanced mode that extracts the Logic 7 Music...
  • Page 36 Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEATURES DTS Neo:6 Cinema These two modes are available when any analog source is playing to create a six-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 37: Basic Operation

    DVD source, the Component Video 2 input pressing the System Power Control 2 or the the AVR 247 allows for more source input is assigned to the Video 1 source, and the Source button % on the front panel or the...

  • Page 38: Controls And Use Of Headphones

    One of the most important features of the used when an input is connected to all eight surround information present in all stereo AVR 247 is its ability to reproduce a full multi- 8-Channel Direct Inputs 9 and when the recordings.

  • Page 39: Digital Audio Playback

    Operation inputs take the analog output signals from an the AVR, but DTS-LDs can be played on LD play- digital source equipment should also be con- optional, external DVD-Audio or SACD player, or ers and DTS-DVDs on DVD players only. All that nected to their appropriate inputs on the AVR another source device and carry them straight is required is to connect the player’s digital out-...

  • Page 40: Surround Mode Types

    DTS bitstreams. Surround Mode Post Processing • A 2 tells you that separate front left and right Thanks to the power of the AVR 247’s DSP UNLOCK message may appear in the signals are available, but there is no discrete processor, a variety of surround mode options Lower Display Line Ò.

  • Page 41: Pcm Playback Indications

    Operation For incoming DTS signals, the following modes are available: Incoming Bitstream Available Surround Modes 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, DTS Stereo, DTS+Neo:61, DTS+Pro Logic IIx Movie*, DTS+Pro Logic IIx Music* DTS 96/24 DTS 96/24, DTS Stereo, DTS+Neo:6*, DTS+Pro Logic IIx Movie*, DTS+Pro Logic IIx Music* DTS-ES Matrix...

  • Page 42: Night Mode

    Using used, indicate it in the Channel Input Indicators $ and adjust to accommodate it. When Harman Kardon’s (optional) is connected and a compatible Apple ® iPod ®...
  • Page 43 AVR remote, as iPod’s menu. Press the Preset Stations the AVR 247 remote instead of the iPod’s con- long as it is in The Bridge device mode. Selector # to scroll, and the Set Button @ trols to navigate it.

  • Page 44: Output Level Adjustment With Source Signals

    Operation press the Set Button F to display the Output Level Adjustment presentation. You may dim the displays using the With Source Signals submenu. menu system, as shown on page 47, or you may C h Adjust control the brightness directly from the remote. Normal output level adjustment for the Simply press the Dim Button g once to dim AVR is established using the test tone, as out-...

  • Page 45: Multiroom Operation

    Multiroom Operation Multiroom Multiroom Setup Surround Amplifier Channel Once the audio and IR link connections have Assignment The AVR is fully equipped to operate as the con- been made, the AVR needs to be configured for trol center for a complete multiroom system that The AVR is equipped with seven full-power multiroom operation using the steps below.

  • Page 46: Multiroom Operation

    If the Remote IR Output jack U on the AVR take control over the remote room without is connected to an IR Input jack on compatible actually being in that room. Harman Kardon audio components such as CD, In addition to using the MULTIROOM menu,...

  • Page 47: Video Adjustments

    Advanced Features passed through to the HDMI Output as is, but The AVR 247 includes sophisticated Faroudja The AVR 247 is equipped with a number of you may not select that output format on this video processing that delivers enhanced video...

  • Page 48: Turn-On Volume Level

    Advanced Features If you wish to make adjustments to other items Unlike some of the other adjustments in this To change the length of time that the semi-OSD on the menu, press the menu, the turn-on volume default will remain in displays remain on the screen, go to the SYSTEM SETUP Semi...

  • Page 49: Default Surround Mode

    In normal operation, when the AVR senses a The AVR 247’s tuner is capable of tuning AM, FM by switching to Mono mode by pressing the Dolby Digital or DTS digital audio data stream, it...

  • Page 50: Rds Operation

    Some RDS stations may not include some of • COUNTRY : Country Music these additional features. If the data required The AVR 247 is equipped with RDS (Radio Data • NATIONAL : National Music for the selected mode is not being transmitted, System), which brings a wide range of the Main Information Display Ò...

  • Page 51: Programming The Remote

    Programming the Remote The AVR 247 is equipped with a powerful 5. If the Power function of the unit to be 3. To find out if the code for your unit is pre- remote control that will control not only the...

  • Page 52: Macro Programming

    Programming the Remote Example: To program the Macro 1 U button Example: One blink, followed by a one-second For some products, however, the function of a pause, followed by six blinks, followed by a one- so that it turns on the AVR, TV and a Sat-Receiver, particular button does not follow the command second pause, followed by four blinks indicates follow these steps:...

  • Page 53: Volume Punch-Through

    Programming the Remote 2. Press the Volume Down button d. The Volume Punch-Through NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch- Program Indicator 2 will stop flashing and Through and return the remote to its original The AVR’s remote may be programmed to stay amber.

  • Page 54: Function List

    Function List Button Name AVR Function CD/CD-R Tape Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute AVR Select AVR Select AVR Select AVR Select DVD/ DVD Input Select DVD Select...
  • Page 55 Function List Button Name VCR (VID 3) TiVo (VID 1) CBL (VID 2) SAT (VID 2) TV (VID 1) (DMP) HDMI 1/2 Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off...

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting Guide

    Power switch 2 is red due to possible short and speaker ends • Amplifier is in protection mode • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot due to internal problems No sound from surround or • Incorrect surround mode •...

  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections. Height measurement includes feet and chassis. All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Harman Kardon, The Bridge and Logic 7 are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated. is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.

  • Page 58: Appendix - Settings Worksheet

    APPENDIX – SETTINGS WORKSHEET Appendix – Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes Table A1 – Source Input Setting Defaults Source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 The Bridge/ CD Tape Tuner 6-/8- Channel Title INT.TUNER Video Input Comp V 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2...
  • Page 59 APPENDIX – SETTINGS WORKSHEET Table A4 – Source Input Settings Source HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 The Bridge/DMP CD Tape Tuner 6-/8-Channel Title Video Input Audio Input The Bridge/DMP Tuner 6-Channel Auto Poll Surround Mode Tone Mode Bass...
  • Page 60 250 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.: CQX1A1255Z...

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