AVR 147
Designed to Entertain.
TM
AV R 147
AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER
OWNER’S M ANUAL
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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. All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions. All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments. Do not use attachments not recommended
by the product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture. Do not use this product near
water – for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen
sink or laundry tub; in a wet basement; near a swimming
pool; or the like.
8. Accessories. Do not place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious dam-
age to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold
with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9. A Product and Cart Combination
Should Be Moved With Care. Quick stops,
excessive force and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination to
overturn.
10. Ventilation. Slots and openings in the cabinet are pro-
vided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, and these open-
ings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug
or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in
a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack, unless
proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources. This product should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your
home, consult your product dealer or local power company.
For products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Polarization. This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current-line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose of the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection. Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the product.
14. Nonuse Periods. The power cord of the product should
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for long
periods of time.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outside antenna
or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
See Figure A.
16. Lightning. For added protection for this product during
a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
17. Power Lines. An outside antenna system should not
be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into
such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with
them might be fatal.
18. Overloading. Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry. Never push objects of any
kind into this product through openings, as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
20. Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product
yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this product from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
b. Objects have fallen onto, or liquid has been spilled into, the
product; or
c. The product has been exposed to rain or water; or
d. The product does not operate normally when following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation; or
e. The product has been dropped or damaged in any way; or
f. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance; this
indicates a need for service.
22. Replacement Parts. When replacement parts are
required, be sure the service technician has used replace-
ment parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the
same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substi-
tutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
23. Safety Check. Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting. The product should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
25. Heat. The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Figure A.
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70
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Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR 147 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.
If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or
about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit
into a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not
recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical
devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on
them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service
center with a cord meeting factory specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; never
pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time,
disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet
may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your
guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or staple acciden-
tally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and
consult an authorized service center.
CATV or Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides
information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conduc-
tors, location of antenna discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes and
requirements of the grounding electrode.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV
(cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC, which provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point
of cable entry as possible.
Installation Location
• To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the
unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that
the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.
• Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the unit for
ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area,
make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some
circumstances, a fan may be required.
• Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.
• Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or in an area that is exposed
to direct sunlight or heating equipment.
• Avoid moist or humid locations.
• 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 147 and the heat generated by the amplifiers,
there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the
unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use caution
when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged
by heat or heavy objects. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive to
absorbing such marks, due to a variety of factors beyond Harman Kardon's control,
including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, and normal heat and
vibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. We recommend that
caution be exercised in choosing an installation location for the component and in
normal maintenance practices, as your warranty will not cover this type of damage
to furniture.
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and only after
unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy
water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately with a dry cloth.
NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning
agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts.
Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.
Moving the Unit
Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords with
other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.
Important Information for the User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy
and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part
15 of
the FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Unpacking
The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment
were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you
save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move, or should the
unit ever need repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This is
done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton. Other
cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be
collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and
other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please
respect the environment
and discard those materials at a local recycling center.
It is important that you remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens.
Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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STAPLE INVOICE HERE
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2 SAFETY INFORMATION
6 INTRODUCTION
8 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS
10 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
15 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER
16 CONNECTIONS
16 Speaker Connections
16 Subwoofer
16 Connecting Source Devices to the AVR
17 Audio Connections
17 Digital Audio
17 Analog Audio
17 Video Connections
17 Digital Video
18 Analog Video
18 Antennas
18 RS-232 Serial Port
19 SPEAKER PLACEMENT
20 INSTALLATION
20 Step One – Connect the Speakers
20 Step Two – Connect the Subwoofer
20 Step Three – Connect the Antennas
20 Step Four – Connect the Source Components
23 Step Five – Connect the Video Display
24 Step Six – Plug in AC Power
24 Step Seven – Insert Batteries in Remote
24 Step Eight – Program Sources Into the Remote
26 Step Nine – Turn On the AVR 147
27 INITIAL SETUP
27 Using the On-Screen Menu System
27 Configure the AVR 147 Using EzSet/EQ
30 Configure Sources
33 OPERATION
33 Turning On the AVR 147
33 Sleep Timer
33 Volume Control
34 Mute Function
34 Tone Controls
34 Headphones
34 Source Selection
35 Audio Input Selection
35 Video Input Selection
35 6-Channel Direct Inputs
36 Using the Tuner
37 XM Radio Operation
37 Recording
38 Using
39 Selecting a Surround Mode
40 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
40 Audio Processing and Surround Sound
40 Analog Audio Signals
40 Digital Audio Signals
41 Surround Modes
41 Dolby Surround Settings
42 Default Modes
45 Manual Setup
45 Step One – Determine Speaker Size
45 Step Two – Measure Speaker Distances
45 Step Three – Manual Setup Menu
46 Speaker Size Menu
47 Speaker Crossover Menu
47 Delay Adjust Menu
48 Step Four – Setting Channel Output Levels Manually
49 System Settings
50 Dim Function
50 Advanced Remote Control Functions
50 Punch-Through Programming
51 Macros
51 Resetting the Remote
52 Processor Reset
52 Memory
53 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
54 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
54 Trademark Acknowledgements
55 APPENDIX
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WARNING
For Canadian model
Modèle pour les Canadien
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme
à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisee:
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade
of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appli-
ance to rain or moisture.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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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.
In the years since our first single-channel component was introduced,
Harman Kardon has offered a number of receiver models, each an
improvement upon its predecessors, leading to the AVR 147, a
5.1-channel digital audio/video receiver that offers a wealth of listening
and viewing options, all in an elegant package.
To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you
to read this manual and refer back to it as you become more familiar
with its features and their operation.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its
operation, please contact your retailer or customer installer, or visit our
Web site at www.harmankardon.com.
Please register your AVR 147 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.
AVR 147 5.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver
Audio Section
• 40 Watts x 5, five channels driven at full power at 8 ohms,
20Hz – 20kHz, <0.07% THD, (surround modes); 200 watts total
• 50 Watts x 2, two channels driven at full power at 8 ohms,
20Hz – 20kHz, <0.07% THD, (surround off mode); 100 watts total
• High current capability, ultrawide bandwidth amplifier design with low
negative feedback
• All-discrete amplifier circuitry
• Dual independent power supplies, for front and surround channels
• Triple crossover bass management
• 24-Bit, twin-core Cirrus Logic
®
CS 49510 DSP processor with
32-bit post processor
• 192kHz/24-bit D/A conversion
• Sampling upconversion to 96kHz
Surround Modes
• Dolby
®
Digital
• Dolby Pro Logic
®
II (Movie, Music and Game)
• Dolby Virtual Speaker Version 2 (Reference 2- or 3-speaker;
Wide 2-, 3-, 4- or 5-speaker)
• Dolby Headphone Version 2
• DTS
®
(5.1; DTS Stereo)
• DTS 96/24
™
(DTS Stereo)
• DTS Neo:6
®
(Cinema 3- or 5-channel; Music 5-channel)
• Logic 7
®
(Cinema, Music and Enhance)
• Hall 1 and Hall 2
• Theater
• 5-Channel Stereo
• Surround Off (DSP or Analog Bypass)
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INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
Audio Inputs
• AM/FM/XM
®
* tuner
• CD
• Tape
• 6-Channel direct
• /DMP for iPod** connectivity
Audio/Video Inputs (With S-Video)
• Video 1
• Video 2
• Video 3
• DVD
• Two 100MHz assignable component video inputs
• Simplay HD
™
-verified HDMI
™
1 and 2 (switching only)
Digital Audio Inputs
• Coaxial: Two rear-panel/one front-panel
• Optical: Two rear-panel/one front-panel
Outputs
• Subwoofer output
• Tape (analog audio)
• Video 1 (analog audio and video)
• Video Monitor (composite, S-video and component)
• Digital Audio (one coaxial, one optical)
• Simplay HD-verified HDMI (switching only)
• Headphone
Ease of Use
• EzSet/EQ
™
automated setup (microphone included)
• On-screen display with composite and S-video; choice of blue or
black background
• Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display
• Color-coded connections
• Programmable ten-device main remote control
• Source input renaming
• A/V Sync Delay
• RS-232 serial port for system upgrades
• Switched accessory power outlet
The AVR 147 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 147. If any
of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer
service at www.harmankardon.com.
• System remote control
• EzSet/EQ microphone with extender rod
• AM loop antenna
• FM wire antenna
• Three AAA batteries
• Two covers for front-panel jacks
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*XM antenna module and subscription to XM service required. Handware and
service sold separately. XM service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii.
**Compatible with all iPod models equipped with a dock connector. Not compatible
with iPod shuffle models. Images and videos stored on iPod photo and video
models may be viewed.
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Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the power supply
on or off. It is usually left pressed in (On position), and cannot be turned
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.
Power Indicator: This LED has three possible modes. When main
power is turned off, the LED is dark and the receiver won’t respond to
any button presses. When main power is turned on, but before the
Standby/On Switch is used, the LED turns amber to indicate that the
receiver is in Standby mode and ready to be turned on. When the
receiver is turned on, the LED turns blue.
Source Select: Press this button to select a source device, which
is a component where a playback signal originates, e.g., DVD, CD,
cable TV, satellite or HDTV tuner.
Source Indicators: The name of the current source input lights up.
The indicated input changes each time the Source Select button is
pressed.
Volume Knob: Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume, which will
be shown in decibels (dB) in the Message Display.
Message Display: Various messages appear in this two-line display
in response to commands and changes in the incoming signal. When
the on-screen display menu system (OSD) is in use, the message OSD
ON will appear to remind you to check the video display.
Tuner Band: Press this button to select the tuner as the source, to
switch between the AM and FM bands, or to select XM satellite radio.
Tuning: Press either side of this button to tune a radio station or XM
channel.
Tuning Mode: This button toggles between manual (one frequency
step at a time) and automatic (seeks frequencies with acceptable signal
strength) tuning mode. It also toggles between stereo and mono modes
when an FM station is tuned.
When XM Radio is in use, pressing this button repeatedly displays the
channel name, category, artist and track title in the lower line of the
Message Display. For traffic-and-weather channels, this button displays
the city, channel name, local weather and local temporature.
Preset Stations: Press this button to select a preset radio station.
Headphone Jack/EzSet/EQ Microphone Input: Plug a 1/4"
headphone plug into this jack for private listening.
This jack is also used to connect the supplied microphone before begin-
ning the EzSet/EQ procedure described in the Initial Setup section. To
begin EzSet/EQ, plug the supplied microphone into this jack, place the
microphone at the listening position, and follow the directions given in
the EzSet/EQ on-screen menu.
Surround Mode: Press this button to select a surround sound (e.g.,
multichannel) mode group. Choose from the Dolby modes, DTS modes,
Logic 7 modes, DSP modes or Stereo modes.
Surround Select: After you have selected the desired surround
mode group, press this button to select a specific mode.
Surround Mode Indicators: One or more of these icons may light
up as you select different surround modes. The Message Display also
indicates the surround mode.
Analog Audio, Video and Digital Audio Inputs: Connect a
source component that will only be used temporarily, such as a camera
or game console, to these jacks. Use only one type of audio and one
type of video connection.
Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: The box icons indicate
which speaker positions you have configured, and the size (frequency
range) of each speaker. When a digital audio input is used, letters will
light inside the boxes to indicate which channels are present in the
incoming signal.
Navigation: These buttons are used together with the following five
buttons to make selections.
Tone Mode: Press this button to access the tone controls (bass and
treble). Use the ‹
/› Navigation Buttons to make your selections.
Speaker: Press this button to configure speaker sizes, that is, the
low-frequency-range capability of each speaker.
Channel Level Adjust: Press this button to set the output level for
each channel so that all speakers sound equally loud at the listening
position.
Digital Input Select: Press this button to select the specific digital
audio input (or analog audio input) you used for the current source.
Delay: Press this button to set delay times that compensate for plac-
ing the speakers at different distances from the listening position.
FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS
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Surround
Mode
Tuning
Preset Stations
Surround
Select
Tuner Band
Tuning
Mode
Source Input
Select
Headphone
Jack/EzSet/EQ
Microphone
Input
Digital
Audio Inputs
(Optical 3/Coaxial 3)
Video 3
Video Inputs
Video 3
Analog Audio
Inputs
Navigation
Tone Mode
Speaker Size
Setup
Delay
Digital Input
Select
Power
Indicator
Main Power
Switch
Standby/On
Switch
Volume
Source
Indicators
Message Display
Surround Mode Indicators
Speaker/Channel
Input Indicators
Channel Level
Adjust
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.
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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included AM and
FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.
XM Antenna Jack: Plug in an XM antenna module here. The XM
antenna module is purchased separately, and should specify that it is for
home use with an XM Ready
®
product. You will need to subscribe to the
XM service, which is available separately, and activate the service for
your antenna module. (XM service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii.)
Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs: Use two-
conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct
speaker. Remember to observe the correct polarity (positive and negative
connections). Always connect the positive lead to the colored terminal
on the receiver and the red terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative
lead to the black terminal on both the receiver and the speaker. See the
Connections section for more information on connecting your speakers.
Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwoofer with a
line-level input, connect it to this jack.
Video 1, Video 2 and DVD Audio/Video Inputs: These jacks may
be used to connect your video-capable source components (e.g., VCR,
DVD player, cable TV box) to the receiver. Use only one type of video con-
nection for each source. See the Connections section for more information
on audio and video connection options for each source component.
Video 1 Audio/Video Outputs: These jacks may be used to
connect your VCR or another recorder.
Composite and S-Video Monitor Outputs: If some of your
sources use composite or S-video connections, connect one or both of
these monitor outputs to the corresponding inputs on your television
or video display to view them.
HDMI Inputs and Output: HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) is a newer type of connection for transmitting digital audio and
video signals between devices. Although the AVR 147 is not capable of
processing HDMI signals, if your video display is HDMI-capable, you may
connect up to two HDMI sources here, and then connect the HDMI out-
put to your video display for improved video performance. It is recom-
mended that you disable the HDMI audio function of your video display,
and make a separate digital audio connection from the source device to
one of the AVR’s coaxial or optical digital audio inputs to benefit from
the AVR 147’s multichannel audio processing.
The AVR 147 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI
connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.
NOTE: The AVR 147 will not convert other types of video to
HDMI, and you will not be able to view the on-screen displays
using the HDMI connection.
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 unless you are using it with a
phono preamp.
Tape Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect a CDR or
another audio-only recorder.
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Inputs: If your source has
a compatible digital audio output, connect it to one of these jacks for
improved audio performance. Use only one type of digital audio connection
for each source.
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Outputs: If a source is also
an audio recorder, you may connect a compatible digital audio output to
the recorder’s input for improved recording quality.
The Bridge/DMP Input: Connect the optional Harman Kardon
to this input for use with your iPod (not included). Make
sure the receiver is turned off (in Standby mode) when connecting
The Bridge.
6-Channel Inputs: Connect the multichannel analog audio outputs
of a DVD-Audio, SACD
™
, Blu-ray Disc
™
or HD-DVD
™
player (or any
other external decoder) to these jacks to enjoy these proprietary formats.
Component Video Inputs: If both your video source (e.g., DVD
player or HDTV tuner) and your television or video display have analog
component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, then you may connect the
component video outputs of your source to one of the two component
video inputs. Do not make any other video connections to that source.
Component Video Monitor Outputs: If you are using either
of the Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is
component-video-capable, you may connect these jacks to the corre-
sponding inputs on your video display. You will also need to connect the
composite and/or S-video monitor outputs to your video display if some
of your sources use those types of video connections, and to view the
AVR 147’s on-screen displays.
RS-232 Serial Port: This specialized connector may be used with
your personal computer in case Harman Kardon offers a software
upgrade for the receiver at some time in the future.
RS-232 Mode: Leave this switch popped out in the Operate position
unless the AVR 147 is being upgraded.
RS-232 Reset: This switch is only used during a software upgrade.
A standard processor reset is performed by pressing and holding the
front-panel Tone button.
Switched AC Accessory Outlet: You may plug the AC power
cord of one source device into this outlet, and it will turn on whenever
you turn on the receiver. Do not use a source that consumes more than
50 watts of power.
AC Power Cord: After you have made all other connections, plug
the AC power cord into an unswitched outlet.
The
Brid
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FM Antenna
AM Antenna
Video 2
A/V
Inputs
Video 1
A/V
Outputs
Video 1
A/V
Inputs
Video
Monitor
Outputs
XM
Antenna
Jack
RS-232
Serial Port
HDMI 1 Input HDMI Output HDMI 2 Input
AC Power
Cord
DVD A/V
Inputs
Component Video
Inputs (1 & 2)
Component Video
Monitor Outputs
The Bridge/
DMP Input
RS-232
Reset
RS-232
Mode
Subwoofer
Output
Front
Speaker
Outputs
Surround
Speaker
Outputs
6-Channel
Inputs
Center
Speaker
Outputs
Coaxial Digital
Audio Output
Optical Digital
Audio Inputs (1 & 2)
Coaxial Digital
Audio Inputs
(1 & 2)
Optical Digital
Audio Output
Switched AC
Accessory
Outlet
CD
Inputs
Tape
Outputs
Tape
Inputs
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.
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The AVR 147 remote is capable of controlling up to ten 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.
This changes the button functions to the appropriate codes for that product.
NOTE: Several of the Input Selectors are shared between two
devices. The selector button will light in red when the remote
is in the device mode printed on the button, and it will light in
green for the device mode printed above the button. To switch
between the two device modes, press the selector
twice
quickly
in succession. The selector will remain in the last-selected mode
until the next time you press the selector twice quickly.
For example, the first time you press the DVD button, the button
will light up in red, indicating that the remote is in DVD mode. If
you press another selector, such as the VID3 selector, and then
press the DVD button again, the DVD button will remain red,
indicating the remote is still in DVD mode. Now press the DVD
button twice quickly. At the first press the button will light red,
indicating that the remote is in DVD mode. On the second press
the button will turn green, indicating that the remote is now in CD
mode. If you press a different selector and return to the DVD/CD
Selector, you will observe that the remote is still in CD mode.
Each Input Selector has been preprogrammed to control certain types
of components, with only the codes specific to each brand and model
changing, depending on which product code is programmed. The
device types programmed into each selector may not be changed.
DVD: Controls DVD players and recorders.
CD: Controls CD players and recorders.
Tape: Controls cassette decks.
Video 1: Controls VCRs, TiVo and DVRs.
Video 2: Controls cable and satellite television set-top boxes.
Video 3: Controls televisions and other video displays.
The Bridge/DMP: Controls an iPod docked in The Bridge.
HDMI 1 and 2: Each code set controls a source device (VCR/PVR,
DVD player or cable/satellite set-top box) connected to one of these
two inputs.
XM: Controls the AVR functions for XM Satellite Radio.
For example, if you have inserted a disc in your CD player and you
would like to skip ahead three tracks, but you then find that the volume
is too loud, you would follow this procedure:
1. Press the CD Input Selector to switch to the codes that control your
CD player.
2. Press the Play Button (in the Transport Controls section) if the disc
is not already playing.
3. Press the Skip Up Button three times to advance three tracks.
4. Press the AVR Button so that you can access the Volume Controls.
5. Press the Volume Down Button until the volume level is satisfactory.
Any given button may have different functions, depending on which
component is being controlled. Some buttons are labeled with these
functions. For example, the Sleep and DSP Surround Buttons are
labeled for use as Channel Up/Down Buttons when controlling a
television or cable box. See Table A8 in the appendix for listings of
the different functions for each type of component.
IR Transmitter Lens: As buttons are pressed on the remote,
infrared codes are emitted through this lens. Make sure it is pointing
toward the component being operated.
Power On Button: Press this button to turn on the AVR or another
device. The Master Power Switch on the AVR 147’s front panel must
first have been switched on.
Mute Button: Press this button to mute the AVR 147’s speaker and
headphones outputs temporarily. To end the muting, press this button
or adjust the volume. Muting is also canceled when the receiver is
turned off.
Program Indicator: This LED lights up or flashes in one of three colors
as the remote is programmed with codes.
Power Off Button: Press this button to turn off the AVR 147 or
another device.
AVR Selector: Press this button to switch the remote to the codes
that operate the receiver.
Input Selectors: Press one of these buttons to select a source
device, which is a component where a playback signal originates, e.g.,
DVD, CD, cable TV, satellite or HDTV tuner. This will also turn on the
receiver and switch the remote’s mode to operate the source device.
XM Radio Button: Press this button to select XM Satellite Radio as
the source. You will need to have purchased and activated an XM antenna
module, and you will also need to subscribe to the XM Radio service.
Visit www.xmradio.com for more information.
AM/FM Button: Press this button to select the tuner as the source,
or to switch between the AM and FM bands, or XM Radio.
6-Channel Input Selector: Press this button to select the
6-Channel Inputs as the audio source. The receiver will use the video
input and remote control codes for the last-selected video source.
Test Tone: Press this button to activate the test tone for manual
output-level calibration.
TV/Video: This button has no effect on the receiver, but is used to
switch video inputs on some video source components.
Sleep Button: Press this button to activate the sleep timer, which
shuts off the receiver after a programmed period of time of up to
90 minutes.
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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IR Transmitter Lens
Program Indicator
Power On
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
Power Off
Mute
Input Selectors
6-Channel Input Selector
TV/Video
Volume Controls
Not Used
Speaker Setup
Set
Numeric Keys
Delay
Memory
Clear
Preset Stations Selectors
Disc Skip
Macros
Surround Mode Selectors
Dim
Navigation
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.
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Volume Controls: Press these buttons to raise or lower the volume,
which will be shown in decibels (dB) in the Message Display.
DSP Surround: Press this button to select a DSP surround mode
(Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater).
On-Screen Display (OSD): Press this button to activate the
on-screen menu system.
Channel Level: Press this button to set the output levels for each
channel so that all speakers sound equally loud at the listening position.
Usually this is done while playing an audio selection, such as a favorite
CD, after you have calibrated the levels using EzSet/EQ, as described in the
Initial Setup section.
Speaker Setup: Press this button to configure speaker sizes, that is,
the frequency-range capability of each speaker. Usually this is done using
the on-screen menu system, as described in the Initial Setup section.
Navigation
⁄
/¤/‹/› and Set Buttons: These buttons are
used together to make selections within the on-screen menu system, or
when accessing the functions of the four buttons surrounding this area
of the remote – Channel Level, Speaker Setup, Digital Input or Delay.
Digital Input Select: Press this button to select the specific digital
audio input (or analog audio input) you used for the current source.
Delay: Press this button to set delay times that compensate for placing
the speakers at different distances from the listening position, or to
resolve a “lip sync” issue that may be caused by digital video processing.
This may also be done using the on-screen menu system, as described
in the Initial Setup section.
Numeric Keys: Use these buttons to enter radio station frequencies
or to select station presets. When the AM or FM band is in use, press
the Direct button before entering the station frequency.
When listening to XM Radio, you may enter channel numbers without
first pressing the Direct Button; however, to access the preset stations,
you will need to use the Preset Stations Selectors. To access another
bank of XM presets, press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET
SEARCH appears, then use the
⁄/¤ Buttons to select the letter
of the desired bank.
Tuning Mode: When listening to AM or FM radio, this button toggles
between manual (one frequency step at a time) and automatic (seeks
frequencies with acceptable signal strength) tuning mode. It also toggles
between stereo and mono modes when an FM station is tuned.
When listening to XM Radio, press the Tuning Mode Button once to view
the category name of the current channel. Additional presses will display
the artist, song title and channel name.
Memory: After you have tuned a particular radio station, press this
button, then the numeric keys, to save that station as a radio preset.
For XM Radio, the procedure for saving a preset is a little different. To
save the current channel in one of the 40 available preset locations,
press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH appears. Use
the
⁄/¤ Buttons to select a letter (A through E) representing one of
the five banks of preset memory slots. Then press the Memory button,
followed by a Numeric Key (1 through 8) for the precise preset memory
location you wish to save the channel in.
Tuning: Press these buttons to tune a radio station or XM Radio
channel. For the AM and FM bands, and depending on whether the
tuning mode has been set to manual or automatic, each press will either
change one frequency step at a time, or seek the next frequency with
acceptable signal strength.
Direct: Press this button before using the Numeric Keys to directly
enter a radio station frequency (AM or FM bands only).
Clear: Press this button to clear a radio station frequency you have
started to enter.
Preset Stations Selector: Press these buttons to select a preset
radio station.
For XM Radio, first press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH
appears and then use the
⁄/¤ Buttons to select the letter of the
desired bank of presets.
Tone Mode: 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. They are useful for
programming the command to turn on or off all of your components,
or for accessing specialized functions for a different component than you
are currently operating.
Surround Mode Selectors: Press any of these buttons to select
a type of surround sound (e.g., multichannel) mode. Choose from the
Dolby modes, DTS modes, Logic 7 modes or Stereo modes. Each
press of a button will cycle to the next available variant of that mode.
Not all modes or mode groups are available with all sources.
Night Mode: Press this button to activate Night mode with specially
encoded Dolby Digital discs or broadcasts. Night mode compresses the
audio so that louder passages are reduced in volume to avoid disturbing
others, while dialogue remains intelligible.
Track Skip: These buttons have no effect on the receiver, but are
used with many source components to change tracks or chapters.
Dim: Press this button to partially or fully dim the front-panel display.
Transport Controls: These buttons have no effect on the receiver,
but are used to control many source components. By default, when the
remote is operating the receiver, these buttons will control a DVD player.
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INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER
The AVR 147 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. This introductory section will help you
to familiarize yourself with the basic concepts, which will make setup
and operation smoother.
If you are already familiar with home theater, you may skip this section
and proceed to the Connections section on page 16.
Typical Home Theater System
A home theater typically includes your audio/video receiver, which
con
trols the system; a DVD player; a source component for television
broad
casts, which may be a cable box, a satellite dish receiver, an HDTV
tuner or simply an antenna connected to the TV; a video display (televi-
sion); and loudspeakers.
All of these components are connected by various types of cables for
audio and video signals.
Multichannel Audio
The main benefit of a home theater system is that several loudspeakers
are used in various locations around the room to produce “surround
sound.” Surround sound immerses you in the musical or film presentation
for increased realism.
The AVR 147 may have up to five speakers connected directly to
it (plus a subwoofer). Each speaker is powered by its own amplifier
channel inside the receiver. When more than two speakers are used,
it is called a multichannel system.
• Front Left and Right – The main speakers are used the same way
as in a two-channel system. However, you may notice that in many
surround modes, these speakers are used more for ambient sound
while the main action, especially dialogue, is moved to the center
speaker.
• Center – The center speaker is usually placed above or below the
video screen, and is used mostly for dialogue in movies and television
programs. This placement allows the dialogue to originate near the
actors’ faces, for a more natural sound.
• Surround Left and Right – The surround speakers are used to
improve directionality of ambient sounds. In addition, by using more
loudspeakers in the system, more dynamic soundtracks may be
played without risk of overloading any one speaker.
Many people expect the surround speakers to play as loudly as the
front speakers. Although all of the speakers in the system will be
calibrated to sound equally loud at the listening position, most artists
use the surround speakers for ambient effects only, and they program
their materials to steer very little sound to these speakers.
• Subwoofer – A subwoofer is a special-purpose speaker designed
to play only the lowest frequencies (the bass). It may be used to
augment smaller, limited-range satellite speakers used for the other
channels. In addition, many digital-format programs, such as movies
recorded in Dolby Digital, contain a special low-frequency effects
(LFE) channel which is directed only to the subwoofer. The LFE channel
packs the punch of a rumbling train or airplane, or the power of an
explosion, adding realism and excitement to your home theater. Many
people use two subwoofers, placed on the left and right sides of the
room, for additional power and even distribution of the sound.
Surround Modes
There are different theories as to the best way to present surround
sound and to distribute soundtrack information among the various
speakers. A variety of algorithms have been developed in an effort to
accurately reproduce the way we hear sounds in the real world. The
result is a rich variety of surround mode options. Some modes are
selected automatically, depending on the signal being received from
the source. In many cases, you may select a surround mode manually.
Several companies have taken surround sound in slightly differing
directions. It is helpful to group the numerous surround modes either
by their brand name, or by using a generic name:
• Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Modes – Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II,
Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Headphone
• DTS Modes – DTS, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24
• Harman International (Harman Kardon’s Parent Company) –
Logic 7
• DSP Modes – Generic modes that include Hall 1, Hall 2 and Theater
• Stereo Modes – Generic modes that expand upon conventional two-
channel stereo, including DSP Surround Off, Analog Bypass Surround
Off and 5-Channel Stereo
Table 6 on pages 43 – 45 contains detailed explanations of the
differences between the various mode groups, and the mode options
available within each group. Digital modes, such as Dolby Digital and
DTS, are only available with specially encoded programs, such as
DVDs and digital television. Other modes may be used with various
digital and analog signals to create a different surround presentation,
or to use a different number of speakers. Surround mode selection
depends upon the number of speakers in your system, the materials
you are watching or listening to, and your personal tastes.
Feel free to experiment.
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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. To make it easier to keep them all
straight, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) has established
a color-coding standard. Table 1 may be helpful to you as a reference
while you set up your system.
Table 1– Connection Color Guide
Types of Connections
This section will briefly review different types of cables and connections
that you may use to set up your system.
Speaker Connections
Speaker cables carry an amplified signal from the receiver’s speaker
terminals to each loudspeaker. Speaker cables generally contain two
wire conductors, or leads, inside plastic insulation. The two conductors
are usually differentiated in some way, by using different colors, or
stripes, or even by adding a ridge to the insulation. Sometimes the
actual wires are different, one being copper colored and the other silver.
The differentiation is important because each speaker must be connected
to the receiver’s speaker-output terminals using two wires, one positive
(+) and one negative (–). This is called speaker polarity. It’s important
to maintain the proper polarity for all speakers in the system. If some
speakers have their negative terminals connected to the receiver’s posi-
tive terminals, performance can suffer, especially for the low frequencies.
Always connect the positive terminal on the loudspeaker, which is usually
colored red, to the positive terminal on the receiver, which is colored as
shown in the Connection Color Guide (Table 1). Similarly, always connect
the black negative terminal on the speaker to the black negative terminal
on the receiver.
The AVR 147 uses binding-post speaker
terminals that can accept banana plugs
or bare-wire cables.
Banana plugs are simply plugged into the
hole in the middle of the terminal cap.
Figure 1 – Binding-Post Speaker
See Figure 1.
Terminals With Banana Plugs
Bare wire cables are installed as follows (see Figure 2):
1. Unscrew the terminal cap until the pass-through hole in the collar
is revealed.
2. Insert the bare end of the wire into the hole.
3. Screw the cap back into place until the wire is held snugly.
Figure 2 – Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Bare Wires
Subwoofer
The subwoofer is a specialized type of loudspeaker that is usually
connected in a different way. The subwoofer is used to play only the
low frequencies (bass), which require much more power than the other
speaker channels. In order to obtain the best results, most speaker
manufacturers offer powered subwoofers, in which the speaker contains
its own amplifier on board. Sometimes the subwoofer is connected to
the receiver using the front left and right speaker outputs, and then the
front left and right speakers are connected to terminals on the subwoofer.
More often, a line-level (nonamplified) connection is made from the
receiver’s Subwoofer Output to a corresponding jack on the subwoofer,
as shown in Figure 3.
Although the subwoofer output looks similar to the analog audio jacks
used for the various components, it is filtered and only allows the low
frequencies to pass. Don’t connect this output to your other devices.
Although doing so won’t cause any harm, performance will suffer.
Figure 3 – Subwoofer
Connecting Source Devices to the AVR
The AVR 147 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,” including your DVD player, CD player, DVR (digital
video recorder) or other recorder, tape deck, game console, cable or
satellite television box or MP3 player. Although the tuner is built into the
AVR, it also counts as a source, even though no external connections
are needed, other than the FM and AM antennas.
Separate connections are required for the audio and video portions of
the signal. The types of connections used depend upon what’s available
on the source device, and for video signals, the capabilities of your
video display.
Subwoofer
Pre-out
12 3
+
Audio Connections
Left Right
Front (FL/FR)
Center (C)
Surround (SL/SR)
Subwoofer (SUB)
Digital Audio Connections
Coaxial
Optical Input Output
Video Connections
Component Y Pb Pr
Composite
S-Video
HDMI Connections (switching only)
HDMI
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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. There are two types of digital audio connections: coaxial and optical.
Either type of digital audio connection may be used for each source
device, but never both simultaneously for the same source. However, it’s
okay to make both analog and digital audio connections at the same
time to the same source.
NOTE: Although HDMI cables are capable of carrying digital
audio signals, the AVR 147 is not designed to process those
signals. Therefore, if your source and video display are both HDMI-
capable, use the HDMI connections for video only. Make a separate
audio connection from the source device to the AVR 147, and turn
the volume on your TV all the way off.
Digital Audio
Coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although
they look similar to analog jacks, they should not be confused, and you
should not connect coaxial digital audio outputs to analog inputs or
vice versa. See Figure 4.
Figure 4 – Coaxial Digital Audio
Optical digital audio connectors are normally covered by a shutter to
protect them from dust. The shutter opens as the cable is inserted. Input
connectors are color-coded using a black shutter, while outputs use a
gray shutter. See Figure 5.
Figure 5 – Optical Digital Audio
Due to the nature of digital signals as binary bits, they aren’t subject
to signal degradation the way analog signals are. Therefore, the quality
of coaxial and optical digital audio connections should be the same,
although it is important to limit the length of the cable. Whichever type of
connection you choose, Harman Kardon recommends that you always
select the highest quality cables available within your budget.
Analog Audio
Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white)
and one for the right channel (red). These two cables are often attached
to each other for most of their length. See Figure 6. Most sources that
have digital audio jacks also have analog audio jacks, although some
older types of sources, such as tape decks, have only analog jacks. For
sources that are capable of both digital and analog audio, you may wish
to make both connections. If you wish to record materials from DVDs
or other copy-protected sources, you may only be able to do so using
analog connections. Remember to comply with all copyright laws if you
choose to make a copy for your own personal use.
Figure 6 – Analog Audio
Multichannel analog connections are used with some high-definition
sources where the copy-protected digital content is decoded inside
the source. These types of connections are usually used with DVD-Audio,
SACD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD and other multichannel players.
See Figure 7.
Figure 7 – Multichannel Analog Audio
Harman Kardon receivers also include a proprietary, dedicated audio
connection called “The Bridge/DMP”. If you own an iPod with a dock
connector, you may purchase The Bridge separately and connect it to
The Bridge/DMP port on the receiver. See Figure 8. Dock your iPod (not
included) in The Bridge, and you may play your materials through your
high-performance audio/video system. You may even use the AVR 147
remote to control the iPod, with navigation messages displayed on the
front panel and on the screen of a video display connected to the AVR.
Figure 8 – The Bridge
Video Connections
Although some sources produce an audio signal only (e.g., CD player,
tape deck), many sources output both audio and video signals (e.g.,
DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR).
In addition to the audio connection, you will need to connect one type
of video connection for each of these sources (never more than one
at the same time for any source).
Digital Video
The AVR 147 is equipped with two HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) inputs, and one output. HDMI is capable of carrying digital
audio and video information using a single cable, thus delivering the
highest possible quality picture and sound.
There are different versions of HDMI, depending on the capability of the
source device and the type of signal it is capable of transmitting via the
HDMI connection.
In addition, receivers and processors such as the AVR 147 may handle
the incoming signal in several different ways, depending on their capabil-
ity as well. The AVR 147 is only capable of switching the HDMI data.
That is, the incoming audio and video data will be passed directly to
your HDMI-capable video display, without the AVR 147 processing any
Multichannel
analog audio
cable (RCA)
Front Surround Center
Subwoofer
L
R
A
nalog audio
cable (RCA)
O
pt
i
ca
l
Optical digital
audio cable
Coaxial
Coaxial digital
audio cable
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CONNECTIONS
of the data. Although this enables the AVR 147 to be compatible with
virtually any HDMI-capable source device and video display, it requires a
separate audio connection for each source since the AVR 147 doesn’t
have access to the audio data in the HDMI stream.
The AVR 147 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI
connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.
The AVR 147 will not convert analog video signals to the HDMI format,
and the on-screen displays are not visible when using an HDMI source.
Therefore, you will need to connect the composite or S-video monitor
output to your video display (or both, depending on which video con-
nections your sources use), to view the on-screen menus.
The physical HDMI connection is simple. The connector is shaped for
easy plug-in (see Figure 9). If your video display has a DVI input, you
may use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter (not included) to connect it to the
AVR’s HDMI Output.
Figure 9 – HDMI Connection
Analog Video
There are three types of analog video connections: composite video,
S-video and component video.
Composite video is the basic connection most commonly available.
The jack is usually color-coded yellow, and looks like an analog audio
jack, although it is important never to confuse the two. Do not plug a
composite video cable into an analog or coaxial digital audio jack, or
vice versa. Both the chrominance (color) and luminance (intensity)
components of the video signal are transmitted using a single cable.
See Figure 10.
Figure 10 – Composite Video
S-video, or “separate” video, transmits the chrominance and luminance
components using separate wires contained within a single cable. The
plug on an S-video cable contains four metal pins, plus a plastic guide
pin. Be careful to line up the plug correctly when you insert it into the
jack on the receiver, source or video display. See Figure 11.
Figure 11 – S-Video
Component video separates the video signal into three components –
one luminance (“Y”) and two subsampled color signals (“Pb” and “Pr”) –
that are transmitted using three separate cables. The “Y” cable is
color-coded green, the “Pb” cable is colored blue and the “Pr” cable
is colored red. See Figure 12.
Figure 12 – Component Video
If it’s available on your video display, HDMI is recommended as the best
quality connection, followed by component video, S-video and then
composite video.
NOTE: A composite or S-video connection to your TV is
required to view the AVR’s on-screen displays.
Antennas
The AVR 147 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM
antennas that provide proper reception for the tuner.
The FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See Figure 13.
Figure 13 – FM Antenna
The AM loop antenna needs to be assembled. Then connect the two
leads to the screw terminals on the receiver. See Figure 14.
Figure 14 – AM Antenna
RS-232 Serial Port
The RS-232 serial port on the AVR 147 is used only for data. If
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. Complete instructions will be provided at
that time.
Component
video cable
S-video cable
Composite
video cable
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Before you begin to connect cables, it is important to place your speak-
ers 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. See Figure 15.
The speakers should be angled so that they directly face the
listening position.
The center speaker is placed either on top of, below or mounted on
the wall above or below the video display screen.
The front left and right speakers are placed along the circle, about
30 degrees from the center speaker and angled toward the listener.
It is best to place the front left/right and center speakers as close to
the same height as possible, preferably at about the same height as the
listener’s ears. In any event the center speaker should be no more than
two feet above or below the left/right speakers.
The side surround speakers should be placed 110 degrees from the
center speaker; that is, slightly behind and angled toward the listener.
If this isn’t feasible, place them behind the listener, with each surround
speaker facing the opposite-side front speaker. The surround speakers
may be placed a little higher than the listener’s ears.
The subwoofer’s location is less critical, since low-frequency sounds are
omnidirectional. Placing the subwoofer close to a wall or in a corner will
reinforce the low frequencies, and may create a “boomy” sound. You
may wish to experiment over time by placing the subwoofer where the
listener normally sits and then walking around the room until the low
frequencies sound best. Place the subwoofer in that spot.
NOTE: Your receiver will sound its best when the same model
loudspeaker is used for all positions (other than the subwoofer).
If that isn’t possible, try to use speakers made by the same
manufacturer.
SPEAKER PLACEMENT
110°
150°
110°
150°
30° 30°
Front Left
Speaker
Surround
Right
Speaker
Alternate Placement
for Surround
Left Speaker
Alternate Placement
for Surround
Right Speaker
Front Right
Speaker
Subwoofer
Video Display
Center
Surround
Left
Speaker
Figure 15 – Speaker Placement
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INSTALLATION
You are now ready to connect your various components to your receiver.
Before beginning, make sure that all components, including the AVR 147,
are turned completely off and their power cords are unplugged. Don’t
plug any of the power cords back in until you have finished
making all of your connections.
Remember that your receiver generates heat while it is on. Select a
location that leaves several inches of space on all sides of the receiver. It
is preferable to avoid completely enclosing the receiver inside a cabinet.
It is also preferable to place components on separate shelves rather
than stacking them directly on top of the receiver. Some surface finishes
are delicate. Try to select a location with a sturdy surface finish.
Step One – Connect the Speakers
If you have not yet done so, place your speakers in the listening room
as described in the Speaker Placement section above.
Connect the center, front left, front right, surround left and surround right
loudspeakers to the corresponding speaker terminals on the AVR 147.
See Figure 16. Remember to maintain the proper polarity by always
connecting the positive and negative terminals on each speaker to the
positive and negative terminals on the receiver. Use the Connection
Color Guide on page 16 as a reference.
Figure 16 – Speaker Connections
Step Two – Connect the Subwoofer
Connect the Subwoofer Output on the AVR 147 to the line-level input on
your subwoofer. See Figure 17. Consult the manufacturer’s guide for the
subwoofer for additional information.
Figure 17 – Subwoofer Connection
Step Three – Connect the Antennas
Connect the FM and AM antennas to their terminals. See Figure 18.
Figure 18 – Antenna Connections
Step Four – Connect the Source Components
Use the Table A4 worksheet in the Appendix to note which connections
you will use for each of your source devices.
For each source, select a source input (Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, etc.).
In Table 2 we recommend connecting certain types of sources to certain
source inputs to make it easier to program and use the remote control.
Decide which audio connections you will use. If your source device has
them, use
either
the coaxial digital or the optical digital audio connection.
Referring to Table 2, we recommend you connect the DVD source to
the Coaxial 1 input jack, and the source designated Video 2 to the
Optical 2 input jack. If you are using the HDMI inputs for video switching,
then we recommend using the Coaxial 2 digital audio connection for the
source connected to the HDMI 1 input, and the Optical 2 digital audio
connection for the source connected to the HDMI 2 input.However, you
may make whatever connections are best for your system.
In addition to the digital audio connections, we recommend that you
connect the analog audio connections for each source, as a backup to
the digital connections for recording, or in the event that you use all six
of the digital audio inputs for other devices. For sources that don’t have
digital audio outputs, you must use the analog audio connections.
For each video source, select one type of video connection. HDMI is
preferred, but both your source device and your video display must
have this type of video capability. If either device does not, then use
component video, S-video or composite video.
Referring to Table 2, we recommend that you connect the DVD source
to the Component Video 1 inputs, and any one source designated as
Video 1, Video 2 or Video 3 to the Component Video 2 inputs. Any
HDMI-capable source devices should be connected to one of the two
HDMI inputs. All other source devices should be connected to compo-
nent, the S- or composite video input for that source. However, you may
make whatever video connections are best for your system.
FM
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AVR 147
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Device Type AVR 147 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
TiVo
®
or other and or Video 1 composite video input
audio/video recorder • Any one available coaxial or optical • For recording, use Video 1 S-video or
digital audio input with corresponding composite video output, and do not use
coax or optical digital output component video connections at all
Cable TV, Satellite, Video 2 • Video 2 Analog Inputs and •
One
of Component Video 2, Video 2
HDTV or other • Optical 1 Input S-video
or
Video 2 composite video input
device that delivers
television programs
TV, game console, Video 3 (front-panel jacks) • Video 3 Analog Inputs and •
One
of Component Video 2, Video 3 S-video
camera or other •
Either
Coax 3 or Optical 3 Input
or
Video 3 composite video input
audio/video device
DVD Audio/Video, DVD • DVD Analog Inputs • Component Video 1 Input
SACD, HD-DVD, • 6-Channel Inputs (optional) and
Blu-ray Disc • Coax 1 Input
CD player CD • CD Analog Inputs and • Not required
• Any one available coaxial or optical
digital audio input
CDR, MiniDisc, Tape • Tape Analog (inputs and outputs) and • Not required
cassette • Any one available coaxial or optical
digital audio input
• Use corresponding coax or
optical digital output
INSTALLATION
Table 2 – Recommended Source Component Connections
NOTE: It’s possible for a source to use none of the connections
named for that source. For example, you might connect your
DVD player to the Component Video 1 inputs and the Coax 1
digital audio input. However, we will refer to this source as
“DVD”, and in Step Five of the Initial Setup section you will
program the receiver so that these connections are assigned to
the DVD source. When you select “DVD” as your source using
the front panel or the remote, the correct connections for your
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.
NOTE: The AVR 147 is equipped with a total of six digital audio
inputs, four on the rear panel (Coaxial 1 and 2, Optical 1 and 2)
and two on the front panel (Coaxial 3 and Optical 3), which may
be assigned to any of the eight source inputs (DVD, Video 1
through 3, HDMI 1 and 2, CD and Tape). We recommend certain
digital audio connections simply because, as reflected in Table
A1 of the Appendix, those digital audio inputs are assigned to
those sources by default at the factory. But any digital audio
input may be reassigned to any source. Since you may not be
using all eight source inputs, you may reassign a digital audio
input that is recommended for a source you aren’t using to
another device. Table 2 is a guideline; you may need to make
adjustments to fit your system.
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.
Referring to Table 2, connect your recorder to the Video 1 Analog Audio
inputs and outputs and to any available coaxial or optical digital audio
input (and corresponding digital audio output). See Figure 19. Use either
the Video 1 S-video or composite video input and output if you wish to
make recordings. If you don’t plan on recording, you may use the
Component Video 2 inputs.
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