Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product AVR 135 Harman-Kardon
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DIGITAL LOGIC 7 VID 1 DVD CD FMAM TAPE 6 8 CH VID 2 VID 3 PRO LOGIC 3 STEREO DSP 5 CH. STEREO SURR. OFF C AVR 135 AVR 1 35 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER O W N ER ’ S M ANUAL Power for the Digital Revolution .
AVR 135 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER 3 Introduction 4 Important Safety Infor mation 4 Unpacking 5 Front-Panel Controls 7 Rear -Panel Connections 9 Remote Control Functions 12 Installation and Connections 14 S.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon ® ! With the purchase of a Harman Kardon A VR 135, you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment.
SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information V erify Line V oltage Before Use Y our A VR 135 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.
FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the A VR 135. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is in a Standby mode , as indicated by the amber LED 2 above the Standby/On Switch 3 . This button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit.
8 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to select from among the available surround mode options for the mode group selected. The specific modes will vary based on the number of speakers available , the mode group and if the input source is digital or analog .
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8 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS minal is the positive , or “+, ” terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on the Surround Back speaker with older color -coding . Connect the black (–) ter minal on the A VR to the matching black negative (–) ter minal on the surround back speaker .
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 9 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS l l l l l l l l l l l l l l a P ower Off Button b IR T ransmitter Window c Program Indicator d Power On Button e Input Selectors f A VR Selector g A.
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 10 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS IMPORT ANT NOTE: The A VR 135’ s remote may be programmed to control up to seven devices , including the A VR 135. Before using the remote, it is important to remember to press the Input Selector Button e that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate .
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 11 t Direct Button: Press this button when the tuner is in use to start the sequence for direct entry of a sta- tion’s frequency . After pressing the button, simply press the proper Numeric Keys r to select a sta- tion.
12 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS System Installa tion After unpacking the unit, locating it in a place with ade- quate ventilation and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to make the con- nections to your audio and video equipment.
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 13 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS nent video , we particularly recommend connecting it to the Video 2 Audio Input Jacks k , as the Video 2 Component Video inputs ⁄ are assigned to the Video 2 device .
14 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION When all audio , video and system connections have been made , there are a few configuration adjustments that must be made . A few minutes spent to correctly configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to your listening experience .
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 15 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 5. T urn the A VR 135 on either by pressing the Standby/On Switch 2 on the front panel, or via the remote by pressing the Power On Button d , the AVR Selector f or any of the Input Selectors eg on the remote .
16 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 16 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Input Setup The first step in configuring the A VR 135 is to configure each input. Once an input is configured, all settings for the Digital Input, Surround Mode and Delay Timing will “attach” themselves to that input and be stored in a nonvolatile memor y .
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 17 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 17 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The following few paragraphs detail the instructions for surround mode categories with several mode options or with other available settings .
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 18 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 18 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION This menu screen also allows you to enter the settings for the A VR 135’s T riple Crossover feature , which allows a different crossover point to be used for the front left/right, center and surround speakers .
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 19 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 19 ¶ , as doing so may damage your speakers , the A VR 135 or both. When 7.1-channel information is received, for example through the 6/8-Channel Direct Inputs f , or when deriving 7-Channel Stereo or Logic 7/7.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 20 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 20 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION ence through the use of the delay settings to adjust the timing for the speaker placement and acoustic conditions in your listening room or home theater .
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 21 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 21 Button p to bring the CHANNEL ADJUST menu (Figure 8) to the screen. Figure 8 4. When the CHANNEL ADJUST menu appears , press the ¤ Button n until the on- screen › cursor is next to the TEST TONE line .
Basic Operation Once you have completed the initial setup and configu - ration of the A VR 135, it is simple to operate and enjoy . The following instructions will help you maximize the enjoyment of y.
OPERATION OPERATION 23 grams bearing the logo of one of the major surround- encoding processes , such as Dolby Surround or DTS Stereo , may be played in either the Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II Cinema, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, or Logic 7 Cinema surround modes depending on the source material.
OPERATION 24 OPERATION Surround Mode Chart MODE FEA TURES 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.
OPERATION OPERATION 25 OPERATION 25 the digital source by pressing the Digital Select Button q# and then using the ⁄ / ¤ Buttons n on the remote or the ‹ / › Selector Buttons ) on the front panel to choose any of the OPTICAL or COAXIAL inputs , as they appear in the Upper Display Line ˜ or on-screen display .
one surround back speaker to it. It will automatically combine the left and right surround back channel information, and output it through the single surround back speaker , if you have configured that speaker using the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 6 on page 18).
OPERATION OPERATION OPERATION 27 OPERATION 27 Within five seconds of seeing the DIRECT IN scroll in the Upper Display Line ˜ , enter the station frequency by pressing the Numeric Keys r . If you press an incorrect button while entering a direct frequency , press the Clear Button to start over .
28 ADVANCED FEATURES ADVANCED FEATURES The A VR 135 is equipped with a number of advanced features that add extra flexibility to the unit’s operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, they provide additional options that you may wish to use .
ADVANCED FEATURES ADVANCED FEATURES 29 Semi-OSD Settings The semi-OSD system places one-line messages at the lower third of the video display screen whenever the V olume , Input Source , Surround mode , tuner frequency or any of the configuration settings are changed.
30 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE The A VR 135 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control not only the receiver’s func- tions , but also most popular brands of audio and video equipment, including CD players , cassette decks , TV sets , cable boxes , VCRs , satellite receivers and other home theater equipment.
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 31 c will flash green to confir m each button press as you enter commands . NOTE: While entering commands for P ower On/Off of any device during a macro sequence , press the Mute Button . DO NOT press the actual Power button.
32 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE • When a button is pressed on the A VR 135 remote , the red light under the Input Selector ef for the product being operated should flash briefly .
FUNCTION LIST FUNCTION LIST 33 No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R T ape VCR (VID1) CBL (VID2) SA T (VID2) TV (VID3) 1 Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On P ower On Power On Power On Pow.
No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R T ape VCR (VID1) CBL (VID2) SA T (VID2) TV (VID3) 44 Direct Direct T uner Entry Angle Random Play F A V F A V 45 Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Bypass Next Clea.
SETUP CODE TABLE: TV SETUP CODES 35 Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AIWA 027 A MARK 122 132 ADMIRAL 192 AKAI 123 160 AMPRO 164 ANAM 045 106 109 112 122 AOC 122 123 128 BLAUPUNKT 084 BROKSONIC 205.
36 SETUP CODES SETUP CODE TABLE: TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number LOGIK 069 LUXMAN 128 LXI 077 145 148 MAGNA VOX 030 123 128 132 145 148 MARANTZ 115 123 148 MA TSUI 148 MEMOREX 069 128 METZ 084.
SETUP CODE TABLE: TV SETUP CODES 37 Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number TEKNIKA 045 069 115 123 128 132 TELERENT 069 TERA 156 THOMSON 190 191 TMK 128 TOSHIBA 063 129 202 TOTEVISION 132 VIDEO CONCEPTS.
38 SETUP CODES SETUP CODE TABLE: VCR Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AIW A 040 AKAI 048 108 109 126 AMPRO 076 ASA 134 AUDIO DYNAMICS 018 048 BROKSONIC 110 147 CANDLE 134 135 CANON 135 140 CAPEHAR.
SETUP CODE TABLE: VCR SETUP CODES 39 Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number SALORA 020 SAMSUNG 045 051 095 105 109 SANSUI 048 116 147 SANYO 017 020 SCOTT 110 112 SEARS 017 020 SHARP 129 156 SONY 080 129.
40 SETUP CODES SETUP CODE TABLE: CD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ADCOM 063 069 AIW A 072 111 118 156 170 AKAI 050 177 184 AUDIO TECHNICA 053 AUDIOACCESS 125 AUDIOFILE 211 BSR 044 CALIFORNIA AU.
SETUP CODE TABLE: CD SETUP CODES 41 SETUP CODE TABLE: DVD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number RCX 169 REALISTIC 058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166 SANSUI 047 081 134 157 172 SANYO 033 082 095 SCOTT 108 .
42 SETUP CODES SETUP CODE TABLE: SAT Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ALPHAST AR 472 ALPHAST AR DBS 450 ALPHAST AR DSR 442 BIRDVIEW 425 CHANNEL MASTER 320 321 325 361 CHAP ARRAL 315 316 451 CITOH .
SETUP CODES 43 SETUP CODE TABLE: TAPE Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON 001 SETUP CODE TABLE: CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ABC 001 011 ALLEGRO 111 AMERICAST 212 ARCHER 112 BELCOR 113 CABLE ST AR 033 113 CITIZEN 111 COLOUR VOICE 085 090 DIGI 114 EAGLE 186 EASTERN 066 070 ELECTRICORD 039 EMERSON 112 FOCUS 116 G .
SETUP CODE TABLE: CBL 44 SETUP CODES Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number REMBRANT 032 SAMSUNG 072 186 SCIENTIFIC A TLANT A 183 203 221 222 SEAM 121 SIGNA TURE 001 188 SPRUCER 053 081 177 189 ST ARCOM.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 45 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Unit does not function when Main • No AC P ower • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into Power Switch is pushed a live out.
Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average P ower (FTC) 50 W atts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ <0.07% THD , both channels driven into 8 ohms Six-Channel Surround Modes P ower per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 40 W atts per channel @ <0.
INDEX 47 INDEX 5-Channel Stereo 17, 24 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input 8, 12, 22 7-Channel Stereo 17, 24 AC Power Connections 8, 13 Advanced Features 28–29 Advanced Select Menu 28 Antenna T erminal.
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