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AV R 1 4 6 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER O W N ER’S M ANUAL AVR146-OM.qxd 2/5/07 3:58 PM Page 1.
2 SAFETY INFORMA TION 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. Heed Warnings.
3 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Y our A VR 146 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.
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5 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION 6 INTRODUCTION 8 FRONT -P ANEL CONTROLS 10 REAR-P ANEL CONNECTIONS 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 15 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEA TER 16 CONNECTIONS 16 Speaker Connections 16 Subwoof.
6 Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon ® ! In the years since Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver , we have taken to heart the philosophy of bringing the joy of home entertainment to as many people as possible , adding performance and ease-of-use features that enhance the home entertainment experience .
7 COM INTRODUCTION Audio Inputs • AM/FM tuner • CD • T ape • 6-Channel direct • /DMP for iPod* audio/video/connectivity Audio/Video Inputs (With S-Video) • Video 1 • Video 2 • Video 3 .
8 Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the power supply on or off . It is usually left pressed in (On position), and cannot be tur ned on using the remote control. Standby/On Switch: This electrical switch turns the receiver on for playback, or leaves it in Standby mode for quick turn-on using this switch or the remote control.
9 S urround Mode T uning Pre s et S tation s S urround S elect T uner Band T uning Mode S ource S elect Headphone Jack Digital Audio Input s (Optical 3 and C oaxial 3) Video 3 Video Input s Video 3 An.
10 REAR-P ANEL CONNECTIONS AM and FM Antenna T erminals: Connect the included AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception. Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs: Use two- conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct speaker .
11 FM Antenna AM Antenna Video 2 A/V Inputs Video 1 A/V Outputs Video 1 A/V Inputs Video Monitor Outputs DVD A/V Inputs Component Video Inputs (1 & 2) Component Video Monitor Outputs HDMI Input 2 .
12 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The A VR 146 remote is capable of controlling up to ten devices , including the A VR itself and an iPod docked in the optional The Bridge accessor y . During the installation process , you may program the codes for each of your source components into the remote .
13 13 IR T ran s mitter Len s Program Indicator Power On AVR S elector AM/FM Te s t T one S leep D S P S urround On- S creen Di s play C hannel Level Digital Input T uning Mode Direct S tation Entr y .
14 14 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Speaker Setup: Press this button to configure speaker sizes , that is , the low-frequency capability of each speaker . Usually this is done using the on-screen menu system, as described in the Initial Setup section.
15 15 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEA TER The A VR 146 may be the first multichannel surround sound receiver you have owned. Although it has more connections and features than two-channel receivers , many of the principles are similar and the new concepts are easy to understand.
16 16 CONNECTIONS There are different types of audio and video connections used to connect the receiver to the speakers and video display , and to connect the source devices to the receiver . T o make it easier to keep them all straight, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has established a color -coding standard.
17 17 CONNECTIONS Audio Connections There are two formats for audio connections: digital and analog . Digital audio signals are of higher quality , and are required for listening to sources encoded with digital surround modes , such as Dolby Digital and DTS .
18 18 CONNECTIONS A VR 146 processing any of the data. Although this enables the AVR 146 to be compatible with virtually any HDMI-capable source device and video display , it requires a separate audio connection for each source since the A VR 146 doesn’t have access to the audio data in the HDMI stream.
19 19 Before you begin to connect cables , it is important to place your speakers in their correct locations in the room. Optimally , the speakers should be placed in a circle with the listening position at its center . The distance from the listening position to the video display forms the radius of the circle .
Y ou are now ready to connect your various components to your receiver . Before beginning , make sure that all components , including the A VR 146, are turned completely off and their power cords are unplugged. Don’t plug any of the power cords back in until you ha ve finished making all of your connections.
21 Device T ype AVR 146 Source Input Audio Connections Video Connections VCR, DVR, PVR, Video 1 • Video 1 Analog (inputs and outputs) • One of Component Video 2, Video 1 S-video TiV o or other and.
22 INST ALLA TION Video 1 Source Since this source includes audio and video recording output jacks , it is best suited to a video recorder , such as your VCR or DVR.
23 HDMI 1 Source The HDMI 1 source is used with a device that is capable of outputting digital video through an HDMI connection, such as a DVD , HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc player or HDTV tuner . The HDMI 1 source is not used with any of the 2-channel analog audio or video inputs on the A VR 146.
24 INST ALLA TION If you used an HDMI video connection for any of your sources , then connect the HDMI Output on the A VR to an HDMI input on your video display .
25 INST ALLA TION 1. Using the codes in T ables A9–A16 of the Appendix, look up the product type (e .g., DVD , cable TV box) and the brand name of your source . The number(s) listed is/are potential candidates for the correct code set for your particular device .
26 INST ALLA TION Step Nine – T urn On the A VR 146 T wo steps are required the first time you tur n on the AVR 146. 1. Gently press the Master Power Switch until the word OFF is no longer visible .
27 INITIAL SETUP Before you begin enjoying your new receiver , a few adjustments should be made to configure the A VR 146 to match your actual system. Make sure that you have connected a video display to either the S-video or composite video monitor output on the receiver .
Y our subwoofer’s frequency response will include only the very lowest frequencies , since the subwoofer is only designed to play bass materials . A typical frequency response for a subwoofer is 25Hz – 150Hz. In this case , the higher number is most important and should be noted in the worksheet.
29 INITIAL SETUP LEFT/RIGHT : This line tells the AVR 146 the capabilities of your front left and right speakers . Use the ‹ / › Buttons to select either SMALL or LARGE for these speakers . CENTER: Move the cursor to the line for the center speaker , and use the ‹ / › Buttons to select a setting for this speaker .
30 INITIAL SETUP Setting the Speaker Crossover menu correctly ensures that your speakers sound their best. Although you could skip this step the first time you use the receiver , we recommend that you take the few extra minutes to enter the correct crossover settings .
31 INITIAL SETUP rainy scene you may only hear rain falling , with the occasional thunder- clap , from the surround speakers while the main dialogue is heard from the center speakers . At times , you may not hear any sounds at all from the surround channels .
32 INITIAL SETUP TEST TONE SEQ: When this setting reads AUTO , the test tone will auto- matically circulate to all channels , pausing for a few moments at each channel and then moving to the next channel several seconds later , as indicated by the blinking cursor .
33 INITIAL SETUP 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 A VR 146 will switch to the analog inputs for the source .
34 OPERA TION Now that you have installed your system components and completed at least a basic configuration of your receiver , you are ready to begin enjoying your home theater system. T urning On the AVR 146 Gently press the Master Power Switch until the word OFF is no longer visible .
35 OPERA TION The A VR 146 is designed to reproduce audio with a minimum amount of distortion, which may lead you to think that your hearing and the equipment can handle higher volumes . W e urge caution with regard to volume levels . Mute Function T o temporarily mute all speakers and the headphones , press the Mute Button on the remote .
36 OPERA TION The source name will appear in the upper line of the front-panel display . If you retitled the source , only the new title will appear . Otherwise , the audio input assigned to the source (analog or one of the digital audio inputs) will also appear .
37 OPERA TION Example 2: In this example , your multichannel disc player is equipped with an HDMI output. Connect it as follows: a) Connect the player’s coaxial digital audio output to the Coaxial 2 input on the A VR. This input is assigned by default to the HDMI 1 source .
38 OPERA TION Recording T wo-channel analog and digital audio signals , as well as composite and S-video signals , are normally available at the appropriate recording outputs .
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 A VR 146, and you may find a few that become your favorites for certain sources or program types .
Much of the A VR 146’s performance is handled automatically , with little intervention required on your part. However , the AVR 146 is a sophisticated component, and is capable of being customized to suit your particular system and your tastes . In this section we describe some of the more advanced adjustments available on the A VR 146.
41 NOTE: The 6.1-channel signals – Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES Matrix and Discrete – each include a flag meant to signal the receiver to decode the surround back channel. Since the A VR 146 is only capable of processing and playing 5.1 channels , the indications EX-OFF or ES-OFF , as appropriate , will always appear for 6.
42 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS Dolby Surround Settings In addition to the MODE line , the DOLBY SURROUND submenu includes three settings that are active only when the Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode has been selected. See Figure 72. Figure 72 – Dolby Surround Menu Screen CENTER WIDTH: This setting affects how vocals sound through the three front speakers .
43 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS T able 5 – Surround Modes Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Dolby Digital Provides up to five separate main audio channels and a dedicated • Dolby Digital 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, low-frequency effects (LFE) channel.
44 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal DTS Stereo Delivers a 2-channel downmix of DTS Digital materials , or presents • DTS 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0 or .1, a matrix-encoded surround presentation. 3/1/.
45 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS System Settings The A VR 146 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 SETUP line of the MASTER MENU .
46 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS certain groups of controls to operate another component. For example , while using the A VR to control surround modes and other audio functions , you may operate the transport controls of your DVD player .
47 ADV ANCED FUNCTIONS enables you to exit the on-screen menu system and return the remote to The Bridge mode , again with just one button press . 1. Simultaneously press and hold the M2 (or other unused) Macro Button and the Mute Button until the Program LED flashes .
48 48 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Unit does not function when Main • No AC Power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into Power Switch is pushed a live outlet • Check to see.
49 A VR 146 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 40 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ <0.07% THD , both channels driven into 8 ohms Five-Channel Surround Modes Power per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 30 Watts per channel @ <0.
50 50 Appendix – Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes T able A1 – Source Input Setting Defaults Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 The Bridge/DMP CD T ape T uner 6-Channel Title INT .
51 51 APPENDIX T able A4 – Source Input Settings Source DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 The Bridge/DMP CD T a pe T uner 6-Channel Title INT .
52 1 3 6 9 11 13 16 19 22 28 31 2 5 8 15 18 21 24 26 30 47 10 12 14 17 20 23 25 27 29 32 34 33 35 37 36 38 39 41 40 42 43 45 44 46 47 49 48 51 52 53 55 54 56 57 58 50 59 61 62 63 65 64 66 67 68 60 Refer to the numbered buttons in this drawing when using the Function List.
53 No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R T a pe VCR (VID1) T iVo (VID1) CBL (VID2) SA T (VID2) TV (VID3) (DMP) HDMI 1/2 1 Power On Power On P ower On Power On Power On Power On/Off Power On P ower .
54 No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R T ape VCR (VID1) TiVo (VID1) CBL (VID2) SA T (VID2) TV (VID3) (DMP) HDMI 1/2 41 Memory Memor y Audio or Playlist Time 42 T uning Up T uning Up Next Chapter .
55 APPENDIX TV 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 205 206 CANDLE 123 128 C.
56 APPENDIX TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number TECHWOOD 128 TEKNIKA 045 069 115 123 128 132 TELERENT 069 TERA 156 THOMSON 190 191 TMK 128 TOSHIBA 063 129 202 TOTEVISION 132 VIDEO CONCEPTS 160 VID.
57 CD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ADCOM 063 069 AIWA 072 111 118 156 170 AKAI 050 177 184 AUDIO TECHNICA 053 AUDIOACCESS 125 AUDIOFILE 211 BSR 044 CALIFORNIA AUDIO 109 CAPETRONIC 070 CARRERA .
58 SA T 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 360 DRAKE 313 317 318 413 481.
59 T able A15 – continued APPENDIX CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number SIGNA TURE 001 188 SPRUCER 053 081 177 189 ST ARCOM 002 011 163 ST ARGA TE 120 T ANDY 024 TELECAP A TION 028 TEXSCAN 036 T.
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