Harman-Kardon AVR 3000 User Manual

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AVR 3000Audio/VideoReceiver

AVR 3000

OWNER’S MANUAL

Power for the Digital Revolution

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Table of Contents

3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front Panel Controls 7 Front Panel Information Display

9 Rear Panel Connections 11 Remote Control Functions 14 Installation and Connections 14 Audio Equipment Connections 14 Video Equipment Connections 15 SCART A/V Connections 16 System and Power Connections 17 System Configuration 17 Speaker Selection and Placement 18 Settings to be Made

With Each Input Used

19 Input Setup 19 Surround Setup 19 Speaker Setup 21 Adjustments for Other Inputs 21 Making Settings independent of

selected Input

21 Delay Settings 22 Night Mode Settings 22 Output Level Adjustment 23 Using EzSet 23 Manual Output Level Adjustment 25 Operation 25 Basic Operation 25 Source Selection 25 Controls and Use of Headphones 26 Surround Mode Chart 27 Surround Mode Selection 27 Digital Audio Playback 29 Tape Recording 30 Output Level Trim Adjustment 30 6-Channel Direct Input 30 Memory Backup 31 Tuner Operation 32 RDS Operation 34 Advanced Features 34 Display Brightness 34 Turn On Volume Level 35 Semi OSD Settings 35 Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment 36 Programming the Remote 36 Programming the Remote with Codes 37 Macro Programming 38 Programmed Device Function 38 Volume Punch-Through 39 Channel Control Punch-Through 39 Transport Control Punch-Through 39 Resetting the Remote Memory 40 Function List 42 Setup Code Tables 50 Troubleshooting Guide 50 Processor Reset 51 Technical Specifications

Declaration of Conformity

We,Harman Consumer International

2, route de Tours 72500 Château-du-Loir, FRANCE

declare in own responsibility, that the product described in this owner’s manual is in compliance with technical standards:

EN 55013/6.1990

EN 55020/12.1994

EN 60065:1993

EN 61000-3-2/4.1995

Carsten Olesen

Harman Kardon Europe A/S

10/00

Typographical Conventions

In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel connections, certain conventions have been used.

EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel connection jack

EXAMPLE – (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display

– (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control

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– (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection

– (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote

– (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel display

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!

With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 3000 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The AVR 3000 has been custom designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie sound tracks and every nuance of musical selections.With onboard Dolby* Digital and DTS

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decoding, the AVR 3000 delivers six discrete channels of audio that take advantage of the digital sound tracks from the latest DVD and LD releases and Digital Television broadcasts.

While complex digital systems are hard at work within the AVR 3000 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed connections, programmable remote control, and on-screen menus make the AVR 3000 easy to use.To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you to take the time to read through this manual. This will ensure that connections to speakers,source playback units and other external devices are made properly. In addition, a few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the AVR 3000 is able to deliver.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your dealer. He is your best local source of information.

Description and Features

The AVR 3000 is among the most versatile and multi-featured A/V receivers available, incorporating a wide range of listening options.In addition to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for digital sources, a broad choice of analog surround modes are available for use with sources such as CD,VCR,TV broadcasts and the AVR’s own FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby Pro Logic*, Dolby 3 Stereo, 5 Ch Stereo and custom Hall and Theater modes,only Harman Kardon receivers offer Logic 7

create a wider, more enveloping field environment and more defined fly-overs and pans. Finally, the AVR 3000 is among the very few A/V receivers that offer decoding of MP3 data, so that you may listen to the latest music selections directly from compatible computers or playback devices with the power and fidelity you expect from Harman Kardon. Another Harman Kardon exclusive is VMAx

™,

which uses proprietary processing to create an open, spacious sound field even when only two front speakers are available.

In addition to providing a wide range of listening options, the AVR 3000 is easy to configure so that it provides the best results with your speakers and specific listening-room environment. On-screen menus make it simple to enter settings for speakers,inputs and delay times, while our exclusive EzSet™ remote measures a system‘s sound levels and automatically calibrates them for perfectly balanced soundfield presentation.

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 3000 features connections for five video devices, all with both composite and S-Video inputs.Two additional audio inputs are available, and a total of six digital inputs make the AVR 3000 capable of handling all the latest digital audio sources. Coax and optical digital outputs are available for direct connection to digital recorders.Two video recording outputs, preamp outputs for use with external power amplifiers, and a six channel input make the AVR 3000 virtually future-proof, with everything needed to accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right on board.

The AVR 3000’s powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon high-current design technologies to meet the wide dynamic range of any program selection.

Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more than forty-seven years ago.With stateof-the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR 3000 is one of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon in its price range.

■ Onboard Dolby Digital and DTS Decoding Using Crystal

Chip

Technology

■ Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 and VMAx Modes

■ MP3 Decoding for Use with compatible

Computers and Digital Audio Players

■ Remote Automatically Sets

Output Levels for Optimum Performance

■ Front-Panel Digital Inputs for Easy

Connection to Portable Digital Devices and the Latest Video Game Consoles

■ Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs

■ On-Screen Menu and Display System

■ 6-Channel Direct Input and Preamp

Outputs for Easy Expansion and Use with Future Audio Formats

■ Remote with Internal Codes Capability

INTRODUCTION 3

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 3000 has been designed for use with 220-240-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 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 depot 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 a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service station.

Installation Location

■ To assure 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 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.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe 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.

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.

4 SAFETY INFORMATION

Front Panel Controls

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AVR 3000

RDS

PTY

Main Power Switch

System Power Control

Power Indicator

Headphone Jack

Selector Buttons

Tone Mode

Surround Mode Selector

Tuning

Tuner Band Selector

Preset Stations Selector

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Main Power Switch: Press this button to

apply power to the AVR 3000. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber LED rounding the System Power Control button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit. To turn the unit off completely and prevent the use of the remote control, this switch should be pressed until it pops out from the front panel so that the word “OFF” may be read at the top of the switch.

NOTE:This switch is normally left in the “ON” position.

sur-

. This

Input Source Selector

RDS Select Button

Digital Optical 3 Input

Digital Coax 3 Input

Video 4 input jacks

Bass Control

Balance Control

Treble Control

Volume Control

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Set Button

System Power Control:When the Main

Power Switch

turn on the AVR 3000; press it again to turn the unit off (to Standby). Note that the Power Indicator surrounding the switch green when the unit is on.

Power Indicator: This LED will be illumi-

nated in amber when the unit is in the Standby mode to signal that the unit is ready to be turned on. When the unit is in operation, the indicator will turn green.

Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to

listen to the AVR 3000’s output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard 6.3 mm stereo phone plug. Note that the speakers and all Preamp Outputs

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will automatically be turned off when the

headphone jack is in use.

is “ON,”press this button to

will turn

Input Indicators

Delay

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Digital Input Selector

Main Information Display

Channel Select Button

Speaker Select Button

Test Tone Selector

Surround Mode Indicators

Remote Sensor Window

Selector Buttons: When you are establish-

ing the AVR 3000’s configuration settings,use these buttons to select from the choices available, as shown in the Main Information Display

Tone Mode: Pressing this button enables or

disables the Balance, Bass and Treble tone controls.When the button is pressed so that the words TONE IN appear in the Main

Information Display Bass

and Treble*controls and of the

Balance control

nals.When the button is pressed so that the words TONE OUT appear in the Main

Information Display

will be “flat,” without any balance,bass or treble alteration.

, the settings of the

will affect the output sig-

, the output signal

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 5

Front Panel Controls

Surround Mode Selector: Press this but-

ton to change the surround mode by scrolling through the list of available modes. Note that Dolby Digital and DTS modes can be selected only when a digital input is used (See page 26 for more information about surround modes.)

Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the

button to tune lower frequency stations and the right side of the button to tune higher frequency stations.When a station with a strong signal is reached, the TUNED indicator in the Main Information Display page 31 for more information on tuning stations).

Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this button

will automatically switch the AVR to the Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch between the AM and FM frequency bands, holding it pressed for some seconds will switch between stereo and mono receiving and between automatic and manual tuning mode (See page 31 for more information on the tuner).

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Preset Stations Selector: Press this but-

ton to scroll up or down through the list of stations that have been entered into the preset memory. (See page 31 for more information on tuner programming.)

Input Source Selector: Press this button

to change the input by scrolling through the list of input sources.

@ RDS Select Button: Press this button to dis- play the various messages that are part of the RDS data system of the AVR 3000’s tuner. (See page 32 for more information on RDS).

Digital Optical 3 Input: Connect the opti-

cal digital audio output of an audio or video product to this jack.When the Input is not in use, be certain to keep the plastic cap installed to avoid dust contamination that might degrade future performance.

will illuminate

(see

Digital Coax 3 Input: This jack is normally

used for connection to the output of portable digital audio devices, video game consoles or other products that have a coax digital jack.

Video 4 Input Jacks: These audio/video

jacks may be used for temporary connection to video games or portable audio/video products such as camcorders and portable audio players.

Bass Control: Turn this control to modify the

low frequency output of the left/right channels by as much as ±10dB. Set this control to a suitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

Balance Control: Turn this control to

change the relative volume for the front left/right channels.

NOTE: For proper operation of the surround modes this control should be at the midpoint or “12 o’clock” position.

Treble Control:Turn this control to modify

the high frequency output of the left/right channels by as much as ±10dB. Set this control to a suitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

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Volume Control:Turn this knob clockwise

to increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease the volume. If the AVR is muted, adjusting volume control will automatically release the unit from the silenced condition.

Set Button: When making choices during

the setup and configuration process,press this button to enter the desired setting as shown in the Main Information Display AVR 3000’s memory. The set button may also be used to change the display brightness. (See page 34.)

into the

Input indicators: A green LED will light in

front of the input that is currently being used as the source for the AVR 3000.

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Delay: Press this button to begin the

sequence of steps required to enter delay time settings. (See page 21 for more information on delay times.)

Digital Input Selector: When playing a

source that has a digital output, press this button to select between the Optical and Coaxial 27-29 for more information on digital audio.)

delivers messages and status indications to help you operate the receiver. (See pages 7–8 for a complete explanation of the Information Display.)

Channel Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of trimming the channel output levels using an external audio source. (For more information on output level trim adjustment, see page 30.)

Speaker Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of selecting the speaker positions that are used in your listening room. (See page 19 for more information on setup and configuration.)

Test Tone Selector: Press this button to

begin the process of adjusting the channel output levels using the internal test tone as a reference. (For more information on output level adjustment, see page 22.)

Surround Mode Indicators: A green LED

will light in front of the surround mode that is currently in use.

behind this window receives infrared signals from the remote control. Aim the remote at this area and do not block or cover it unless an external remote sensor is installed.

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Digital inputs. (See pages

Main Information Display: This display

Remote Sensor Window:The sensor

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6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Front Panel Information Display

COAXIAL

THEATER

5 CH STEREO

HALL

STEREO

PRO LOGIC

DIGITAL

DTS

DOLBY D

PCM MP3

NIGHT

OPTICAL

ANALOG

OSD

LFE

0CL0

1 2 3

MEMORY PRESET

SLEEP

AUTO

5.1 LOGIC 7 CM

VMAx NF

MUTE

TUNED ST

RDS

PTY

ADCTACRTABTAAA

Bitstream Indicators

Optical Source Indicators

DTS Mode Indicator

Dolby Digital Indicator

Coaxial Source Indicators

Dolby Pro Logic Indicator

Analog Input Indicator

Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator

VMAx Mode Indicator

5 Channel Stereo Indicator

Logic 7 Mode Indicators

Bitstream™ Indicators:When the input is a

digital source, one of these indicators will light to display the specific type of signal in use.

Optical Source Indicators: These indica-

tors light to show when a Optical Digital Input has been selected.

DTS Mode Indicator: This indicator illumi-

nates when the DTS mode is selected.

Dolby Digital Indicator: This indicator illu-

minates when Dolby Digital mode is selected.

Coaxial Source Indicators: These indica-

tors light to show when a Coaxial Digital Input has been selected.

Dolby Pro Logic Indicator: This indicator

lights when the Dolby ProLogic mode has been selected.

Analog Input Indicator: This indicator

lights when an analog input source has been selected.

Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator: This indicator

lights when the Dolby 3 Stereo Mode has been selected.

VMAx Mode Indicator: This indicator illu-

minates to show that the VMAx mode is in use. VMAx F appears when the Far Field VMAx mode is selected; VMAxN appears when the Near Field VMAx mode is selected. (See page 26 for a description of the VMAx Modes.)

Hall Mode Indicator

OSD Indicator

Theater Mode Indicator

Night Mode Indicator

Mute Indicator

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

Preset Number/Sleep Timer

Preset Indicator

Sleep Indicator

Memory Indicator

Stereo Indicator

5 Channel Stereo Indicator: This indica-

tor lights when the 5 Channel Stereo mode has been selected.

Logic 7 Mode Indicators: These indicators

illuminate when the Logic 7 mode is in use. LOGIC 7Cappears for the Cinema version of Logic 7, LOGIC 7Mappears for the Music version of Logic 7. (See page 26 for a description of the Logic 7 Modes.)

Hall Mode Indicator: This indicator lights

when the Hall mode has been selected.

OSD Indicator: When the OSD system is in

use, this indicator lights to remind you that the other indicators in this display do not function when the On Screen Display is being used.

Theater Mode Indicator: This indicator illu-

minates to show that the Theater mode is in use.

Night Mode Indicator: This indicator

lights when the AVR 3000 is in the Night mode, which preserves the dynamic range of digital program material at low volume levels.

Mute Indicator: This indicator illuminates

to remind you that the AVR 3000’s output has been silenced by pressing the Mute button

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. Press the Mute button again to return to

the previously selected output level.

Tuned Indicator

Auto Indicator

Main Information Display

Traffic Indicator

Radiotext Indicator

Clock Timer Indicator

Program Type Indicator

RDS Indicator

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: These

indicators are multipurpose, indicating either the speaker type selected for each channel or the incoming data-signal configuration.The left,center, right, right surround and left surround speaker indicators are composed of three boxes, while the subwoofer is a single box.The center box lights when a “Small” speaker is selected, and the two outer boxes light when “Large” speakers are selected.When none of the boxes are lit for the center, surround or subwoofer channels, no speaker has been selected for that position. (See page 19 for more information on configuring speakers.) The letters inside each of the center boxes display active input channels. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will light,indicating a stereo input.When a digital source is playing, the indicators will light to display the channels begin received at the digital input.When the letters flash, the digital input has been interrupted. (See page 28 for more information on the Channel Indicators).

Preset Number/Sleep Timer: When the

tuner is in use, these numbers indicate the specific preset memory location in use. (See page 31 for more information on preset stations.) When the Sleep function is in use, these numbers show how many minutes remain before the unit goes into the Standby mode.

FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 7

Front Panel Information Display

Preset Indicator: This indicator lights when

the tuner is in use to show that the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer

tion’s preset memory number. (See page 31 for more information on tuner presets.)

T Sleep Indicator:This indicator lights when the Sleep function is in use.The numbers in the Preset/Sleep Number Indicators will show the minutes remaining before the AVR 3000 goes into the Standby mode. (See page 25 for more information on the Sleep function.)

Memory Indicator: This indicator flashes

when entering presets and other information into the tuner’s memory.

V Stereo Indicator:This indicator illuminates when an FM station is being tuned in stereo.

Tuned Indicator: This indicator illuminates

when a station is being received with sufficient signal strength to provide acceptable listening quality.

X Auto Indicator: This indicator illuminates when the tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

Y Main Information Display:This display shows messages relating to the status, input source, surround mode, tuner, volume level or other aspects of unit’s operation.

is showing the sta-

This indicator illuminates if the RDS station tuned somtimes transmits traffic information (see page 32 for more information on RDS).

nates when the RDS station tuned is transmitting radiotext (RT) data.

minates when the RDS station tuned is transmitting the CT (clock time) code, indicating the current time of day.

when the RDS station tuned is transmitting program type data, or during a PTY search.

when the station tuned is transmitting RDS data.

TA Traffic Announcement Indicator:

RT Text Indicator: This indicator illumi-

Clock Time Indicator: This indicator illu-

PTY Indicator: This indicator illuminates

RDS Indicator: This indicator illuminates

8 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

Rear Panel Connections

AC INPUT

~230V/50HZ A

TAPE

FRONT SPKRS (8Ω)

RIGHT LEFT

CENTER

SPKR (8Ω)

PRE OUT

6 CH. DIRECT INPUT

ANTENNA

DIGITAL IN

DIGITAL OUT

VID 3 VID 3

REMOTE

VID 2 VID 2

OPT

COAX

VID 1 VID 1

DVD DVD

MON.

OUT

GND

75Ω

OUT

L R

CENTER SL FL

SUBWOOFER SR FR

L R

VIDEO S-VIDEO

–

SURR. SPKRS (8Ω)

SERIAL NO.

RIGHT LEFT

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FL FR SL SR CENTER SUBWOOFER

OUT

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MODEL NO. AVR 3000

NORTHRIDGE

CALIFORNIA, USA

MADE IN CHINA

AC OUTLETS

~230V/50Hz

UNSWITCHED / 100W MAX

SWITCHED / 50W MAX

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Tape Inputs

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Tape Outputs

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Video 1 Audio Inputs

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AM Antenna

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Video 1 Audio Outputs

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DVD Audio Inputs

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FM Antenna

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CD Inputs

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6-Channel Direct Inputs

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Digital Audio Outputs

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Preamp Outputs

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Subwoofer Output

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Video Monitor Outputs

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Front/Center Speaker Outputs

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Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

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Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

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Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR or other video source.

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supplied with the receiver to theseterminals.If an external AMantenna is used,make connections to the AM and GND terminals in accordance with the instructions supplied with the antenna.

AM Antenna:Connect theAM loop antenna

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Surround Speaker Outputs

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Switched AC Accessory Outlet

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Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet

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AC Power Cord

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Remote IR Output

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Remote IR Input

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DVD Video Inputs

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Video 1 Video Outputs

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Video 3 Video Inputs

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Video 2 Video Inputs

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Video 2 Video Outputs

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Video 1 Video Inputs

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Optical Digital Inputs

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Coaxial Digital Inputs

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Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a VCR or any other Audio recorder.

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DVD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the analog audio jacks on a DVD or other video source.

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FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor or

an optional external FM antenna to this terminal.

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CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the ana-

log output of a compact disc player or CD changer.

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Video 3 Audio Inputs

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Video 2 Audio Inputs Video 2 Audio Outputs

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6-Channel Direct Inputs: If an external

digital audio decoder is used, connect the outputs of that decoder to these jacks.

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Digital Audio Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the matching digital input connector on a digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

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Preamp Outputs: These jacks may be con-

nected to an external power amplifier.

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Subwoofer Output: Connect this jack to

the line-level input of a powered subwoofer. If an external subwoofer amplifier is used, connect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 9

Rear Panel Connections

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Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the composite and/or S-Video input of a TV monitor or video projector to view the onscreen menus and the output of any video source selected by the receiver’s video switcher.

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Front/Center Speaker Outputs: Connect

these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your front/center speakers.When making speaker connections,always make certain to maintain correct polarity by connecting the red (+) terminals on the AVR 3000 to the red (+) terminals on the speaker and the black (–) terminals on the AVR 3000 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers.(See page 14 for more information on speaker polarity.)

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Surround Speaker Outputs: Connect

these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right surround speakers.When making speaker connections always make certain to maintain correct polarity by connecting the red (+) terminals on the AVR 3000 to the red (+) terminals on the speakers and the black (–) terminals on the AVR 3000 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers.See page 14 for more information on speaker polarity.

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Switched AC Accessory Outlet: This out-

let may be used to power any device that you wish to have turn on when the unit is turned on with the System Power Control switch

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Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet: This

outlet may be used to power any AC device. The power will remain on at this outlet regardless of whether the AVR 3000 is on or off (in Standby), provided that the Main Power switch

Note: The total power consumption of all devices connected to the accessory outlets should not exceed 100 watts from the

Unswitched Outlet Switched Outlet

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AC Power Cord: Connect the AC plug to an

unswitched AC wall output.

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Remote IR Output: This connection per-

mits the IR sensor in the receiver to serve other remote controlled devices. Connect this jack to the “IR IN” jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment.

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and 50 W from the

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is on.

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Remote IR Input: If the AVR 3000’s front-

panel IR sensor is blocked due to cabinet doors or other obstructions, an external IR sensor may be used. Connect the output of the sensor to this jack.

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DVD Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the composite or S-Video output jacks on a DVD player or other video source.

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Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jack on a VCR.

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Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks on any video source.

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Video 2 Video Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks on a second VCR or other video source.

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Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jacks on a second VCR.

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Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks on a VCR or other video source.

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Optical Digital Inputs: Connect the optical

digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, LD player, MD player or CD player to these jacks. The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal, a DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source.

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Coaxial Digital Inputs: Connect the coax

digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, LD player, MD player or CD player to these jacks. The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source. Do not connect the RF digital output of an LD player to these jacks.

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Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on any audio or video source.

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Video 2 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR or other video source.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a VCR or any Audio recorder.

Note: Either the Video or S-Video output of any S-Video source must be connected to the AVR 3000, not both in parallel, otherwise the video may be disturbed or its performance be adversely effected.

10 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Remote Control Functions

POWER

AVR

AM/FM

VCR

6 CH.

OFF

SLEEP

SURR.

SET

TUN-M

MEM

RDS

OSD

DIRECT

TUNING

PRESET

CLEAR

DWN

TEST

NIGHT

3000

SKIP

DVD

TAPE

VID 2

CBL/SAT

VID 4VID 1

VID 3

SPL

VOL.

Power On Button

IR Transmitter Window

Program/SPL Indicator

Power Off Button

Input Selectors

AVR Selector

AM/FM Tuner Select

EzSet Sensor Microphone

Test Button

Sleep Button

Surround Mode Selector

Night Mode

Channel Select Button

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D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q           

Buttons

‹

Button Set Button Digital Select Numeric Keys Tuner Mode Direct Button Tuning Up/Down OSD Button Macro Buttons Transport Controls Skip Up/Down Buttons RDS Select Button Preset Up/Down Clear Button Memory Button Delay/Prev. Ch.

›

Button Speaker Select Spare Button Volume Up/Down TV/Video Selector SPL Indicator Select 6-Channel Direct Input Mute

NOTE:The function names shown here are each button’s feature when used with the AVR. Most buttons have additional functions when used with other devices. See page 40-41 for a list of these functions.

REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 11

Remote Control Functions

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IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 3000’s remote may be programmed to control up to seven devices, including the AVR 3000. Before using the remote, it is important to remember to press the Input Selector button

that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate.In addition, the AVR 3000’s remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR 3000 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks.The remote is also capable of operating a wide variety of other products using the control codes that are part of the remote. Before using the remote with other products, follow the instructions on pages 36 to program the proper codes for the products in your system.

It is also important to remember that many of the buttons on the remote take on different functions, depending on the product selected using the Input Selectors.The descriptions shown here primarily detail the functions of the remote when it is used to operate the AVR 3000. (See page 40 for information about alternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)

Power On Button: Press this button to

turn on the power to a device selected by pressing one of the Input Selectors

IR Transmitter Window: Point this window

(except Tape).

towards the AVR 3000 when pressing buttons on the remote to make certain that infrared commands are properly received.

Program/SPL Indicator: This three-color

indicator is used to guide you through the process of programming the remote and it is also used as a level indicator when using the remote’s EzSet capabilities. (See page 23 for more information on setting output levels, and see page 36 for information on programming the remote.)

Power Off Button: Press this button to

place the AVR 3000 or a selected device unit in the Standby mode.

Input Selectors: Pressing one of these

buttons will perform three actions at the same time. First,if the AVR is not turned on, this will power up the unit. Next, it will select the source shown on the button as the input to the AVR. Finally, it will change the remote control so that it controls the device selected. After pressing one of these buttons you must press the AVR Selector button

again to operate the

AVR’s functions with the remote.

AVR Selector: Pressing this button will

switch the remote so that it will operate the AVR’s functions. If the AVR is in the Standby mode,it will also turn the AVR on.

AM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button to

select the AVR’s tuner as the listening choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is in use will select between the AM and FM bands.

EzSet Sensor Microphone: The sensor

microphone for the EzSet microphone is behind these slots.When using the remote to calibrate speaker output levels using EzSet, be sure that you do not hold the remote in a way that covers these slots. (See page 23 for more information on using EzSet).

Test Tone: Press this button to begin the

sequence used to calibrate the AVR 3000’s output levels. (See page 22 for more information on calibrating the AVR 3000.)

Sleep Button: Press this button to place

the unit in the Sleep mode.After the time shown in the display, the AVR 3000 will automatically go into the Standby mode. Each press of the button changes the time until turn-off in the following order:

Hold the button pressed for two seconds to turn off the Sleep mode setting. Note that this button is also used to change channels on your TV,VCR and SAT receiver when selected.

Surround Mode Selector: Press this

button to begin the process of changing the surround mode. After the button has been pressed, use the

⁄/¤

buttons Dto select the desired surround mode (See page 27 for more information). Note that this button is also used to tune channels when the TV,VCR and SAT receiver is selected using the Input

Selector

Night Mode: Press this button to activate

the Night mode.This mode is available only with Dolby Digital encoded digital sources, and it preserves dialog (center channel) intelligibilty at low volume levels (See page 29 for more information).

Channel Select Button: This button is

used to start the process of setting the AVR 3000’s output levels with an external source. Once this button is pressed, use the

⁄/¤

buttonsDto

select the channel being adjusted, then press the Set button

, followed by the

⁄/¤

buttons again, to change the level setting. (See page 30 for more information.)

⁄/¤

Buttons: These are multi-purpose

buttons. They will be used most frequently to select a surround mode.To change the surround mode, first press the SURR/CH

buttonA. Next

press these buttons to scroll up or down through the list of surround modes that appear in the Main

Information Display

.These buttons are also used to increase or decrease output levels when configuring the unit with either the internal test tone or an external source.They are also used to enter delay time settings after the Delay button



has been pressed.

When the AVR 3000 remote is being programmed for the codes of another device, these buttons are also used in the “Auto Search” process (See page 36 for more information on programming the remote.)

E‹Button: This button is used to change the menu selection or setting during some of the setup procedures for the AVR.

Set Button: This button is used to enter

settings into the AVR 3000’s memory. It is also used in the setup procedures for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment.

Digital Select: Press this button to assign

one of the digital inputs

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to a source. (See page 28 for more information on using digital inputs.)

Numeric Keys:These buttons serve as a

ten-button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset positions.They are also used to select channel numbers when TV, VCR or Sat receiver has been selected on the remote, or to select track numbers on a CD, DVD or LD player, depending on how the remote has been programmed.

Tuner Mode: Press this button when the

tuner is in use to select between automatic tuning and manual tuning. When the button is pressed so that the AUTO indicator out, pressing the Tuning buttons

goes

K8will

move the frequency up or down in single-step increments.When the FM band is in use and the AUTO indicator

is on, pressing this button will change to monaural reception making even week stations audible. (See page 31 for more information.)

12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Remote Control Functions

Direct Button: Press this button when the

tuner is in use to start the sequence for direct entry of a station’s frequency. After pressing the button simply press the proper Numeric Keys

to select a station (See page 31 for more

information on the tuner).

Tuning Up/Down:When the tuner is in use,

these buttons will tune up or down through the selected frequency band. If the Tuner Mode but- ton

has been pressed or the Band button

on the front panel was held pressed so that

the AUTO indicator either of the buttons will cause the tuner to seek the next station with acceptable signal strength for quality reception.When the AUTO indicator

is NOT illuminated, pressing these buttons will tune stations in single-step increments. (See page 31 for more information.)

OSD Button: Press this button to activate

the On Screen Display (OSD) system used to set up or adjust the AVR 3000’s parameters.

Macro Buttons: Press these buttons

to store or recall a “Macro”, which is a pre-programmed sequence of commands stored in the remote. (See page 37 for more information on storing and recalling macros.)

Transport Buttons: These buttons do not

have any functions for the AVR, but they may be programmed for the forward/reverse play operation of a wide variety of CD or DVD players, and audio or video- cassette recorders. (See page 36 for more information on programming the remote.)

Skip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons

do not have a direct function with the AVR 3000, but when used with a compatibly programmed CD or DVD changer they will change the tracks on the disc currently being played in the changer.

RDS Select Button: Press this button to

display the various messages that are part of the RDS data system of the AVR 3000’s tuner. (See page 32 for more information on RDS).

is illuminated, pressing

Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is in

use, press these buttons to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR 3000’s memory.When CD or DVD is selected using the Input Selector button

, these buttons may

function as Slow Fwd/Rev (DVD) or ”+10” (CD).

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Clear Button: Press this button to clear

incorrect entries when using the remote to directly enter a radio station’s frequency.

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Memory Button: Press this button to enter

a radio station into the AVR 3000’s preset memory.After pressing the button the MEMORY indicator

will flash; you then have five sec-

onds to enter a preset memory location using the Numeric Keys

. (See page 31 for more

information.)



Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button to begin

the process for setting the delay times used by the AVR 3000 when processing surround sound. After pressing this button, the delay times are entered by pressing the Set button then using the

⁄/¤

buttons Dto change the

and

setting. Press the Set button again to complete the process. (See page 21 for more information.)

›Button: Press this button to change a setting or selection when configuring many of the AVR’s settings.



Speaker Select: Press this button to

begin the process of configuring the AVR 3000’s Bass Management System for use with the type of speakers used in your system. Once the button has been pressed, use the tons

to select the channel you wish to set

up. Press the Set button

⁄/¤

and then select

but-

the speaker type (see page 19 for more information.)



Spare Button: This button does not have

any function for the operation of the AVR3000, but it can turn on/off the Multiroom system on other Harman Kardon AV-receivers with that feature and the Sub-function on DVD players.



Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons to

raise or lower the system volume.



TV/Video Button: This button does not

have a direct function on the AVR 3000, but when used with a compatibly programmed VCR, DVD or satellite receiver that has a “TV/Video” function, pressing this button will switch between the output of the player or receiver and the external video input to that player. Consult the Owner’s Manual for your specific player or receiver for the details of how it implements this function.



SPL Indicator Select: This button acti-

vates the AVR 3000’s EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 3000’s output levels. Press and hold the button for three seconds and then release it. Note that the Test Tone will begin circulating, and the Program

Indicator

will change colors. During this sequence, EzSet will automatically adjust the output levels for all channels until they are equal, as shown by the Program Indicator lighting green for each channel. (See page 23 for more information on EzSet.)



6-Ch. Direct Input: Press this button to

select the component connected to the 6-Ch.

Direct Input



Mute: Press this button to momentarily

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as the source

silence the AVR 3000 or TV set being controlled, depending on which device has been selected.

When the AVR 3000 remote is being programmed to operate another device,this button is pressed with the Input Selector button

to begin the programming process. (See page 36 for more information on programming the remote.)

NOTE: As any of the remote buttons pressed is active with the device selected, the corresponding Selector button

will briefly flash

red to confirm your selection.

REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 13

Installation and Connections

After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment.

Audio Equipment Connections

We recommend that you use high-quality interconnect cables when making connections to source equipment and recorders to preserve the integrity of the signals.

When making connections to audio source equipment or speakers it is always a good practice to unplug the unit from the AC wall outlet. This prevents any possibility of accidentally sending audio or transient signals to the speakers that may damage them.

1. Connect the analog output of a CD player to the CD inputs

NOTE:When the CD player has both fixed and variable audio outputs it is best to use the fixed output unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low that the sound is noisy, or so high that the signal is distorted.

2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a cassette deck, MD,CD-R or other audio recorder to the Tape Input jacks Record/In jacks on the recorder to the Tape Output jacks

3. Connect the output of any digital sources to the appropriate input connections on the AVR 3000 front or rear panel. Note that the Optical and Coaxial digital inputs

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or DTS source or the output of a conventional CD, MD or LD player’s PCM (S/P-DIF) output.

4. Connect the Coaxial or Optical Digital

Outputs

matching digital input connections on a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

5. Assemble the AM Loop Antenna supplied with the unit as shown below. Connect it to the AM and GND screw terminals

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM (75 ohm) connection be an external roof antenna, an inside powered or wire lead antenna or a connection from a cable system. Note that if the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you must use a 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter to make the connection.

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

. Connect the analog



on the AVR 3000.

may be used with a Dolby Digital

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on the rear panel of the AVR to the

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

. The FM antenna may

7. Connect the front, center and surround speaker outputs

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to the respective speakers.

To assure that all the audio signals are carried to your speakers without loss of clarity or resolution, we suggest that you use high-quality speaker cable.Many brands of cable are available and the choice of cable may be influenced by the distance between your speakers and the receiver, the type of speakers you use, personal preferences and other factors.Your dealer or installer is a valuable resource to consult in selecting the proper cable.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we recommend that you use a cable constructed of fine, multistrand copper with an area greater than 2 mm

Cable with an area of 1.5 mm

may be used for short runs of less than 4 m.We do not recommend that you use cables with an area less than

1mm

due to the power loss and degradation in

performance that will occur.

Cables that are run inside walls should have the appropriate markings to indicate listing with UL, CSA or other appropriate testing agency standards. Questions about running cables inside walls should be referred to your installer or a licensed electrical contractor who is familiar with the applicable local building codes in your area.

When connecting wires to the speakers,be certain to observe proper polarity. Remember to connect the “negative” or “black” wire to the same terminal on both the receiver and the speaker. Similarly, the “positive” or “red” wire should be connected to like terminals on the AVR 3000 and speaker.

NOTE:While most speaker manufacturers adhere to an industry convention of using black terminals for negative and red ones for positive, some manufacturers may vary from this configuration.To assure proper phase and optimal performance, consult the identification plate on your speaker or the speaker’s manual to verify polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your speaker, ask your dealer for advice before proceeding, or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

We also recommend that the length of cable used to connect speaker pairs be identical. For example, use the same length piece of cable to connect the front-left and front-right or surround-left and surround-right speakers,even if the speakers are a different distance from the AVR 3000.

8. Connections to a subwoofer are normally made via a line level audio connection from the

Subwoofer Output



to the line-level input of a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. When a passive subwoofer is used, the connection first goes to a power amplifier, which will be con-

nected to one or more subwoofer speakers.If you are using a powered subwoofer that does not have line-level input connections, follow the instructions furnished with the speaker for connection information.

Note: Speaker sets with two front satellites and a passive subwoofer must be connected to the front speaker outputs

Subwoofer Output



only rather than to the



Video Equipment Connections

Video equipment is connected in the same manner as audio components.Again, the use of highquality interconnect cables is recommended to preserve signal quality.To ensure best video performance S-Video sources should be connected to the AVR3000 only with their S-Video In/ Outputs, not with their composite video connectors too.

1. Connect a VCR’s audio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1 or Video 2 In jacks

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Video Record/In jacks on the VCR should be connected to the Video 1 or Video 2 Out jacks

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2. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or television set or any other video source to the

Video 2

jacks.

3. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a DVD or laser disc player to the DVD jacks

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4. Connect the Video Monitor Out the receiver to the composite and S-Video input of your television monitor or video projector.

Video Connection Note:

• S-Video or Composite video signals may only be viewed in their native formats and will not be converted to the other format. But the OSD will be viewed on the TV screen in any case, with Video or S-Video input selected on the TV.

on the rear panel. The Audio and

on the AVR 3000.



(if not in use) or Video 3





jacks on

14 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

Installation and Connections

Black

Yellow

Red

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

Green

White

Black

Yellow

Red

Rot

Schwarz

S-Video In

Schwarz

Rot

Blau Gelb

S-Video In

S-Video Out

Rot

Schwarz

S-Video Out

SCART A/V Connections

For the connections described above your video device needs RCA (cinch) connectors or/and SVideo connectors for all Audio and Video signals: Any normal video device (Not SVHS or High 8) for only playback needs 3 RCA jacks,VCRs for record and playback even 6 RCA jacks.Any S-Video device (SVHS, High 8) needs 2 RCA (Audio) and 1 S-Video jack (Video), if it´s a playback unit, or 4 RCA (Audio In/Out) and 2 S-Video (Video In/Out) jacks, if it´s a recording VCR.

Many european video devices are equipped with RCA (Cinch) or S-Video jacks only partially,not for all audio and video in/outputs needed as described above, but with a so called Scart or Euro-AV connector (almost rectangular jack with 21 pins, see drawings on this page).

In that case the following Scart to Cinch adapters or cables are needed:

• Units for playback, such as satellite receivers, camcorders, DVD or LD players, need an adapter from Scart to 3 RCA plugs, see fig.1 (normal video devices) or from Scart to 2 RCA+1 SVideo plugs, see fig. 4 (S-Video devices).

• HiFi VCRs need an adapter from Scart to 6 RCA plugs, see fig.2 (normal video), or from Scart to 4 Audio+2S-Video jacks, see fig.5 (S-Video VCR). Read carefully the instruction attached to the adapter to find which of the six plugs is used for the record signal to the VCR (connect with the AVR´s Out jacks) and for the playback signal from the VCR (connect with the AVR´s In jacks). Do not misconnect Audio and Video signals. Don´t hesitate to consult your dealer, if you are uncertain.

• If you use only normal video devices the TV monitor needs an adapter from 3 RCA plugs to Scart (fig. 3) only. If also S-Video devices are used an adapter from 2 RCA+1S-Video plugs to Scart is needed additionally (fig. 6), connected to the SCART input on your TV that is provided for S-Video.

Note that only the video plugs (the "yellow" cinch plug in fig. 3 and the S-Video plug in fig. 6) must be connected to the TV Monitor Output



, and the volume on the TV must be reduced to

minimum.

Important Note for Adapter Cables:

If the cinch connectors of the adapter you’ll use are labeled, connect the Audio and Video ”In” plugs with the corresponding Audio and Video ”In” jacks on the AVR 3000 (and with a VCR connect the ”Out” plugs to the ”Out” jacks on the AVR). Note that with some adapter types it may be just turned around: If no signal is audible/ visible when the VCR is playing connect the “Out” plugs to the ”In” jacks on the AVR and turned around. If the adapter plugs are not labeled in that way,pay attention to the signal flow direc-

SCART/Cinch-Adapter for

record and playback;

Cinch/SCART-Adapter for

SCART/S-Video Adapter

for record and playback;

SCART/S-Video Adapter

Figure 1:

playback;

signal flow:

SCART → Cinch

Figure 2:

signal flow:

SCART ↔ Cinch

Figure 3:

playback;

signal flow:

Cinch → SCART

Figure 4:

for playback;

signal flow:

SCART → Cinch

Figure 5:

signal flow:

SCART ↔ Cinch

Figure 6:

for playback;

signal flow:

Cinch → SCART

S-Video Out

Also other colours possible, e.g. brown and grey.

tions as shown in the diagrams above and in the instruction attached to the adapter. If uncertain, don’t hesitate to consult your dealer.

Important Notes for S-Video connections:

1. Only the S-Video In/Out of S-Video devices must be connected to the AVR, NOT both, normal video and S-Video In/Outputs (except the TV, see item 2).

2. Like most common AV units the AVR 3000 does not convert the Video signal to S-Video or vice versa. Thus both connections must be made from the AVR 3000 to the TV if both, Video and S-Video sources, are used, and the appropriate input on the TV must be selected.

Black

Yellow

Red

Black

Black Yellow Red

Black Red

Blue Yellow

Green White

Red Black

S-Video In

Black Red

Blue Yellow

S-Video In S-Video Out

Important Note for the Use of SCART-Cinch Adapters:

When video sources are connected to the TV directly with a SCART cable, specific control signals apart from Audio/Video signals will be fed to the TV.These specific signals are:With all video sources, the signal for automatic input selection that switches the TV automatically to the appropriate input as soon as the video source is started. And with DVD players, the signals automatically turning the TV to 16:9 format (with switchable 4:3 TVs) and turning the RGB video decoder of the TV on or off, depending on the DVD player´s setting. With any adapter cable, these control signals will be lost and the appropriate setting of the TV must be made manually.

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 15

Installation and Connections

System and Power Connections

The AVR 3000 is designed for flexible use with external control components and power amplifiers.

Remote Control Extension

If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smoked glass cabinet door, the obstruction may prevent the remote sensor from receiving commands. In this event, the remote sensor of any Harman Kardon or other compatible device, not covered by the door, or an optional remote sensor may be used. Connect the Remote IR Output of that device or the output of the remote sensor to the Remote IR Input jack

If other components are also prevented from receiving remote commands, only one sensor is needed. Simply use this unit’s sensor or a remote eye by running a connection from the Remote IR Output jack jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment.

NOTE:All remotely controlled components must be linked together in a daisy chain. Connect the IR OUT jack of one unit to the IR IN of the next to establish this chain.





to the Remote IR Input

External Audio Power Amplifier Connections

If desired, the AVR 3000 may be connected to optional, external audio power amplifiers.

When an external amplifier is used, connect the Preamp Out jacks amplifier. Note that when external amplifiers or devices are used, the volume control is still controlled by the AVR, although additional volume controls on the external device may impact the volume settings and output levels from the AVR.

External Audio Decoder Connection

To provide for ultimate flexibility, the AVR 3000 may be used in conjunction with optional, external decoders for digital audio systems other than the AVR 3000’s own built-in Dolby Digital and DTS decoding system or with DVD players having those decoders integrated. If an external decoder is used, connect the output jacks of the decoder to the 6-Channel Direct inputs making sure to match channels.

These jacks may also be used for connections to devices such as DVD players or High Definition Television (HDTV) sets or decoders that feature built-in digital surround decoders.Although the digital decoding system in the AVR 3000 will typically provide audio performance that is superior to other decoders, you may use these jacks to provide an additional 6-channel input for connection to a DVD player or HDTV set with a built-in decoder and discrete 6-channel analog outputs.



to the inputs on the



AC Power Connections

This unit is equipped with two accessory AC outlets.They may be used to power accessory devices, but they should not be used with highcurrent draw equipment such as power amplifiers.The total power draw to the Unswitched Outlet



must not exceed 100 watts, that to

the Switched Outlet The Switched

when the unit is on completely.This is recommended for devices that have no power switch or a mechanical power switch that may be left in the “ON” position.

NOTE: Many audio and video products go into a Standby mode when they are used with switched outlets, and cannot be fully turned on using the outlet alone without a remote control command.

The Unswitched as long as the unit is plugged into a powered AC outlet and the Main Power Switch

Finally, when all connections are complete, plug the power cord into a nonswitched 220-240-volt AC wall outlet.You’re almost ready to enjoy the AVR 3000!



50 watts.



outlet will receive power only



outlet will receive power

is on.

16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

System Configuration

Right Front Speaker

Left Front

Speaker

No more than

60cm

Center Front Speaker

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.

Speaker Selection

No matter which type or brand of speakers is used, the same model or brand of speaker should be used for the front-left, center and front-right speakers.This creates a seamless front soundstage and eliminates the possibility of distracting sonic disturbances that occur when a sound moves across mismatched front-channel speakers.

Speaker Placement

The placement of speakers in a multichannel home-theater system can have a noticeable impact on the quality of sound reproduced.

Depending on the type of center-channel speaker in use and your viewing device,place the center speaker either directly above or below your TV, or in the center behind a perforated front-projection screen.

Once the center-channel speaker is installed, position the left-front and right-front speakers so that they are as far away from one another as the center-channel speaker is from the preferred listening position. Ideally, the front-channel speakers should be placed so that their tweeters are no more than 60cm above or below the tweeter in the center-channel speaker.

They should also be at least 0.5 meter from your TV set unless the speakers are magnetically shielded to avoid colourings on the TV screen. Note that most speakers are not shielded, even with complete surround sets only the Center speaker may be.

Depending on the specifics of your room acoustics and the type of speakers in use,you may find that imaging is improved by moving the front-left and front-right speakers slightly forward of the center-channel speaker. If possible, adjust all front loudspeakers so that they are aimed at ear height when you are seated in the listening position.

Using these guidelines, you’ll find that it takes some experimentation to find the correct location for the front speakers in your particular installation. Don’t be afraid to move things around until the system sounds correct. Optimize your speakers so that audio transitions across the front of the room sound smooth.

Surround speakers should be placed on the side walls of the room, at or slightly behind the listening position. The center of the speaker should face you.

If side-wall mounting is not practical, the speakers may be placed on a rear wall, behind the listening position. The speakers should be no more than two meters behind the rear of the seating area.

Subwoofers produce largely nondirectional sound, so they may be placed almost anywhere in a room. Actual placement should be based on room size and shape and the type of subwoofer used. One method of finding the optimal location for a subwoofer is to begin by placing it in the front of the room, about 15cm from a wall, or near the front corner of the room. Another method is to temporarily place the subwoofer in the spot where you will normally sit, and then walk around the room until you find a spot where the subwoofer sounds best. Place the subwoofer in that spot. You should also follow the instructions of the subwoofer’s manufacturer, or you may wish to experiment with the best location for a subwoofer in your listening room.

A) Front Channel Speaker Installation with Direct-View TV Sets or Rear-Screen Projectors

TV or Projection Screen

Left Front

Speaker

No more than 2m

speakers are used

when rear-mounted

Center Front

Speaker

Optional Rear-Wall Mounting

Right Front

Speaker

B) The distance between the left and right speakers should be equal to the distance from the seating position to the viewing screen. You may also experiment with placing the left and right speakers slightly forward of the center speaker.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 17

System Configuration

First Turn On and Use of the OSD

Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps are to program the system configuration memories. With the AVR 3000 two kind of memories are used, those associated individually with the input selected, e.g.surround modes, and others working independently from any input selected like speaker output levels, or delay times used by the surround sound processor.

You are now ready to power up the AVR 3000 to begin these final adjustments.

1. Plug the Power Cable switched AC outlet.

2. Press the Main Power Switch latches and the word “OFF” on the top of the switch disappears inside the front panel. Note that the Power Indicator indicating that the unit is in the Standby mode.

3. Install the 2 supplied AAA batteries in the remote as shown. Be certain to follow the (+) and (–) polarity indicators as shown in the figure below.

4.Turn the AVR 3000 on either by pressing the

System Power Control Source Selector

the remote by pressing the AVR Selector or any of the Input Selectors remote.The Power Indicator to confirm that the unit is on, and the Main

Information Display Using the On-Screen Display

When making the following adjustments, you may find them easier to make via the unit’s onscreen display system. These easy-to-read displays give you a clear picture of the current status of the unit and facilitate speaker, delay, input or digital selection you are making.

To view the on-screen displays,make certain you have made a connection from the Video Monitor Out jack composite or S-Video input of your TV or projector. In order to view the AVR’s displays, the correct video input must be selected on your video display.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the displays on a projection TV it is important that they not be left on the screen for an extended period of time. As with any video display,but particularly with projectors, constant display of a static image such

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into an un-

will turn amber,

or the Input

on the front panel, or via

will turn green

will also light up.

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on the rear panel to the

in until it

on the

as these menus or video game images may cause the image to be permanently “burned into” the CRT.This type of damage is not covered by the AVR 3000 warranty and may not be covered by the projector TV set’s warranty.

The AVR 3000 has two on-screen display modes, “Semi-OSD” and “Full-OSD.” When making configuration adjustments, it is recommended that the Full-OSD mode be used. This will place a complete status report or option listing on the screen, making it easier to view the available options and make the settings on the screen.The Semi-OSD mode uses one-line displays only.

Note that when the full OSD system is in use, the menu selections are not shown in the

Information Display

ÚY

. When the full

OSD menu system is used, OSD ON will appear in the Main Information Display

OSD Indicator

will illuminate to remind you

and the

that a video display must be used.

When the semi-OSD system is used in conjunction with the discrete configuration buttons, the on screen display will show a single line of text with the current menu selection. That selection will also be shown in the Main Information

Display

Selecting the On-Screen display

The full OSD system is always available by pressing the OSD button

. When this button is pressed the MASTER MENU (Figure 1) will appear, and adjustments are made from the individual menus. Note that the menus will remain on the screen for 20 seconds after the latest action was made on the screen menu, then they will “time-out” and disappear from the screen. The time-out may be increased to as much as 50 seconds by going to the ADVANCED SELECT menu, and changing the item titled FULL OSD TIME OUT.

The semi-OSD system is also available as a system default, although it may be turned off by using the ADVANCED SELECT menu. (See page 34). With the semi-OSD system, you may make adjustments directly, by pressing the buttons on the front panel or remote control for the specific parameter to be adjusted as outlined above.

* MASTER MENU *

INPUT SETUP SURROUND SETUP SPEAKER SETUP OUTPUT ADJUST CHANNEL ADJUST ADVANCED EXIT

Figure 1

Settings to be Made With Each Input Used

The AVR 3000 features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for the speaker configuration,digital input and surround mode for each input source.This flexibility enables you to custom tailor the way in which you listen to each source and have the AVR 3000 memorize them. This means, for example, that you may associate different surround modes and analog or digital inputs with different sources, or set different speaker configurations with the resultant changes to the bass management system. Once these settings are made, they will automatically be recalled whenever you select an input.

The default settings for the AVR 3000, as it is shipped from the factory, have all inputs set for an analog source, with stereo as the surround mode, the front left and right speakers set to “large” (with surround modes other speakers to ”small”), and a subwoofer connected. Before using the unit, you will probably want to change these settings for most inputs so that they are properly configured to reflect the use of digital or analog inputs, the type of speakers installed and the surround mode specifics. Remember, since the AVR 3000’s memory system keeps the settings for each input separate from the other inputs, you will need to make these adjustments for each input used. However, once they are made, further adjustment is only required when system components are changed.

To make this process as quick and as easy as possible, we suggest that you use the full-OSD system with the on-screen menus, and step through each input. Once you have completed the settings for the first input, many settings may be duplicated for the remaining inputs. It is also a good idea to set the configuration data in the order these items are listed in the Main Audio Setup Menu, as some settings require a specific entry in a prior menu item.

The items that follow will describe the individual settings required for each input. Remember that once the settings are made for one input, they must be made for all other input sources in your system.

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System Configuration

Input Setup

The first step in configuring the AVR 3000 is to select an input. This may be done by pressing the front panel Input Source Selector

until the desired input’s name appears momentarily in the Main Information Display

and the green LED lights next to the input’s name in the front panel Input Indicators

. The input may also be selected by pressing the appropriate Input Selector on the remote control

When using the full-OSD system to make the setup adjustments, press the OSD button

once so that the MASTER MENU (Figure

1) appears. Note that the

› cursor will be next

to the INPUT SETUP line. Press the Set button

to enter the menu and the INPUT SETUP menu (Figure 2) will appear on the screen. Press the

E

until the desired input name appears in

‹/› buttons

the highlighted video, as well as being indicated in the front panel Input Indicators

by the green LED next to the desired input name. If the input will use the standard left/right analog inputs, no further adjustment is needed.

* INPUT SETUP *

INPUT :VIDEO 1 DIGITAL IN:ANALOG RETURN TO MENU

Figure 2

If you wish to associate one of the digital inputs with the selected input source, press the ton

on the remote while the INPUT

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SETUP menu (Figure 2) is on the screen, and note that the on-screen cursor will drop down to the DIGITAL IN line. Press the tons

E

until the name of the desired digi-

‹/› but-

tal input name appears.To return to the ANALOG input, press the buttons until the word analog appears.When the correct input appears, press the

¤ button

until the ›

cursor appears next to RETURN TO MENU, and press the Set button

To change the digital input associated with the input selected at any time using the discrete function buttons and the semi-OSD system, press the Digital Input Select button

on the front panel or the remote.Within five seconds, make your input selection using the Selector buttons on the front panel

⁄/¤ buttons

on the remote until the

or the

desired digital or analog input is shown in the

Main Information Display

and in the

lower third of the video display connected to the AVR 3000.Then press the Set button

enter the new digital input assignment.

Surround Setup

Once the input setup has been completed, the next step for that input is to set the surround mode you wish to use with that input. Since surround modes are a matter of personal taste, feel free to select any mode you wish – you may change it later. The Surround Mode chart on page 26 may help you select the mode best suited to the input source selected. However, to make it easier to establish the initial parameters for the AVR 3000, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic for most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to digital sources. In the case of inputs such as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner, you may wish to set the mode to Stereo, if that is your preferred listening mode for standard stereo sources, where it is unlikely that surround encoded material will be used. Alternatively, the 5 Channel Stereo or

Logic 7 Music mode may also be a good choice for stereo-only source material.

It is easiest to complete the surround setup using the full-OSD on-screen menus. From the main MASTER MENU menu (Figure 1), press the

⁄/¤ button

until the › cursor is

next to the SURROUND SETUP menu. Press the Set button

so that the SURROUND SETUPmenu (Figure 3 or 4) is on the screen.

* SURROUND SETUP *

SURROUND: SURR OFF

CENTER DELAY: MS SURR DELAY: MS NIGHT:    RETURN TO MENU

Figure 3

* SURROUND SETUP *

SURROUND: DOLBY DIGITAL CENTER DELAY: 0MS SURR DELAY: 00MS NIGHT: OFF MID MAX RETURN TO MENU

Figure 4

Since the factory default for all inputs is Stereo, the words SURR OFF will initially appear in highlighted video (Figure 3) unless another surround mode choice was made with the input just selected. To change the surround mode while the press the

› cursor is next to the surround line, ‹/› buttons

E

until the desired surround mode’s name appears in the highlighted video.As the modes are changed, a green LED will also light next to the mode names in the Surround Mode Indicators

on the

front panel.

Note that the data lines next to the items in the screen display will show either numbers or a series of dashes, depending on whether or not the specific parameter is adjustable. For example, the Center Delay and Night Mode items are only adjustable for Dolby Digital, and the Delay Time is only adjusted for Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic. Note,also, that Dolby Digital and DTS will only appear as choices (Figure 4) when a digital input was previously selected.These settings for Delay, and Night mode, that are independent of any input selected, will be described in the next chapter on page 21.

Speaker Setup

This menu tells the AVR 3000 which type of speakers are in use.This is important as it adjusts the settings that determine which speakers receive low frequency (bass) information. For each of these settings use the LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular position are traditional full-range loudspeakers that are capable of reproducing sounds below 100Hz. Use the SMALLsetting for smaller, frequency-limited satellite speakers that do not reproduce sounds below 100Hz. Note that when “small”front (left and right) speakers are used, a subwoofer is required to reproduce low frequency sounds. If

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 19

System Configuration

you are in doubt as to which category describes your speakers,consult the specifications in the speakers’ owner’s manual, or ask your dealer. Remember that the speaker setup must be made individually for each input of the AVR 3000.

It is best to select the Dolby Pro Logic mode for making the speaker setup.That’s why you should note the surround mode you´ve associated with the selected input, select the Dolby Pro Logic mode and after the speaker setup was made with that input, reset to the surround mode formerly selected. Note that with the currently selected input all settings will be copied to other surround modes too (as far as possible) and need not be repeated with any other mode (but with each input used).

1. It is easiest to enter the proper settings for the speaker setup through the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5). If that menu is not alredy on your screen from the prior adjustments, press the OSD button

to bring up the MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and then press the

¤ button

twice so that the cursor

is on the SPEAKER SETUP line.At this point, press the Set button

to bring up the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5).

* SPEAKER SETUP *

LEFT/RIGHT: SMALL CENTER : SMALL SURROUND : SMALL SUBWOOFER : SUB RETURN TO MENU

Figure 5

2.When the SPEAKER SETUPmenu appears, the on-screen cursor

› will be at the top

of the list of speaker positions,pointing toward the LEFT/RIGHT line, which sets the con- figuration for the front left and right speakers. If you wish to make a change to the front speakers configuration, press the

‹/› buttons

E

so that either LARGE or SMALLappears, matching the appropriate description from the definitions shown above.

When SMALL is selected, low frequency front channel sounds will be sent only to the subwoofer output. Note that if you choose this option and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear any low frequency sounds from the front channels.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the front left and front right outputs. Depending on the choice made in the SUBWOOFER line in this menu (see below), the front left and right bass information may also be directed to a subwoofer.

Important Note: When a speaker set with two front satellites and a passive subwoofer is used, connected to the front speaker outputs

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the fronts must be set for LARGE.

3.When you have completed your selection for the front channel, press the

¤ button

on the

remote to move the cursor to CENTER.

4. Press the

‹/› buttons

E

on the remote to select the option that best describes your Center speaker based on the speaker definitions shown on this page.

When SMALL is selected, low frequency center channel sounds will be sent to the Fronts, if they are set for LARGE and Sub is turned off.When Sub is on, low frequency center channel sounds will be sent to the subwoofer only.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the center speaker output, and with analog and digital surround modes NO center channel signal will be sent to the subwoofer output.

When NONE is selected, no signal will be sent to the center channel output. The receiver will operate in a “phantom” center channel mode and center channel information will be sent to the left and right front channel outputs.This mode is needed if no Center speaker is used (note that for the use of Logic 7C surround mode a Center speaker is needed, but Logic 7M works well without a Center too).

5. When you have completed your selection for

the center channel, press the

¤ button

on the remote to change the cursor to SURROUND.

6. Press the

‹/› buttons

E

on the remote to select the option that best describes the surround speakers in your system based on the speaker definitions shown on this page.

When SMALL is selected, low frequency surround channel sounds will be sent to the Fronts, when Sub is turned off,or to the subwoofer output when Sub is on. With Pro Logic mode, there is no bass in the surround channels.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the surround channel outputs (with all analog and digital surround modes), and, except with Hall and Theater modes, NO surround channel bass will be sent to the subwoofer output.

When NONE is selected, surround sound information will be split between the front-left and front-right outputs. Note that for optimal performance when no surround speakers are in use, the Dolby 3 Stereo mode should be used instead of Dolby Pro Logic.

7.When you have completed your selection for the surround channel, press the

¤ button

the remote to move the cursor to SUBWOOFER.

8. Press the

‹/› buttons

E

on the remote to select the option that best describes your system.

The choices available for the subwoofer position will depend on the settings for the other speakers, particularly the front left/right positions.

If the front left/right speakers are set to SMALL, the subwoofer will automatically be set to SUB, which is the “on” position.

If the front left/right speakers are set to LARGE, three options are available:

• If no subwoofer is connected to the AVR 3000, press the

‹/› buttons

E

on the remote so that NONE appears in the on-screen menu. When this option is selected, all bass information will be routed to the front left/right “main” speakers.

• If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR 3000, you have the option to have the front left/right “main” speakers reproduce bass frequencies at all times, and have the subwoofer operate only when the AVR 3000 is being used with a digital source that contains a dedicated Low Frequency Effects, or LFE soundtrack. This allows you to use both your main and subwoofer speakers to take advantage of the special bass created for certain movies.To select that option press

E

on the remote so that SUB(LFE)

‹/› buttons

appears in the on-screen menu.

• If a subwoofer is connected and you wish to use it for bass reproduction in conjunction with the main front left/right speakers,regardless of the type of program source or surround mode you are listening to, press the

E

on the remote so that SUB

‹/› buttons

L/R+LFE appears in the on-screen menu. When this option is selected, a “complete”feed will be sent to the front left/right “main” speakers, and the subwoofer will receive the front left and right bass frequencies under frequency selected in the next option setting on this menu, as described below.

9. When all speaker selections have been made, press the

¤ button

and then the Set button

to return to main menu.

10. The Speaker Configuration may also be changed at any time without using the full-OSD on-screen menu system by pressing the Speaker Select button on the front panel



. Once the button is pressed, FNT

or remote

SPEAKER will appear in both the lower third of the video display and the Main

Information Display

20 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

Within five seconds, either press the front panel

‹/› Selector buttons

on the remote to select a different speaker

position, or press the Set Button begin the adjustment process for the front left and right speakers

When the Set button and the system is ready for a change to the front speaker setting, the on-screen display and Main

Information Display Y will read FNT LARGE or FNT SMALL depending on

the current setting. Press the front panel Selector Buttons 5or the ⁄/¤ buttons on the remote until the desired setting is shown, using the instructions for “large” or “small” shown earlier, then press the Set button

If another speaker position needs to be changed, press the front panel or the ⁄/¤ buttons Don the remote to select a different speaker position, press the Set button

ÓF and then press the front panel

‹/› Selector buttons

on the remote until the correct speaker set-

ting is shown and press the Set button again to confirm the selection.

To assist in making these settings,the icons in the Speaker/Channel Input Indicators will change as the speaker type is selected at each position. When only the inner icon box is lit, the speaker is set for “small.” When the inner box and the two outer boxes with circles inside them are lit, the speaker is set for “large." When no indicator appears at a speaker location, that position is set for “none” or “no” speaker.

Note: These icons are available only when making setup changes in the semi-OSD mode.

As an example, in Figure 6 below, the left front and right front speakers are set for “large,” the center, left surround and right surround speakers are set for small, and a subwoofer is set.

or the ⁄/¤ buttons

ÓFto

ÓFhas been pressed

‹/›

ÓF.

‹/› Selector buttons

or the ⁄/¤ buttons

Figure 6

Adjustments for Other Inputs

After one input has been adjusted for surround mode, digital input (if any) and speaker type, return to the INPUT SETUP line on the AUDIO SETUP menu and enter the settings for each input that you will use. In most cases, only the digital input and surround mode will be different from one input to the next, while the speaker type will usually be the same and may be quickly entered by entering the same data used for the original input.

Making Settings independent of selected Input

After the settings described above have been made for all input sources in your system, the following settings, made with any input,will remain in effect independent of the input selected.

Delay Settings

Only for the Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic modes, you will need to adjust the delay time setting. Note that the delay time is not adjustable for any other modes.

Important Note: Once the delay time is set with any input it will be effective with all other inputs too. Moreover the surround delay time setting must be made only for either the Dolby Pro Logic or the Dolby Digital mode.The other setting will be set automatically.

Due the different distances between the listening position for the front channel speakers and the surround speakers,the amount of time it takes for sound to reach your ears from the front or surround speakers is different.You may compensate for this difference through the use of the delay settings to adjust the timing for the specific speaker placement and acoustic conditions in your listening room or home theater.

The factory setting is appropriate for most rooms, but some installations create an uncommon distance between the front and surround speakers that may cause the arrival of front channel sounds to become disconnected from surround channel sounds.

To resynchronize the front and surround channels, follow these steps:

1. Measure the distance from the listening/ viewing position to the front speakers in meters.

2. Measure the distance from the listening/ viewing position to the surround speakers.

3. Subtract the distance to the surround speakers from the distance to the front speakers and multiply the result by 3.

a.When setting the delay time for the Dolby

Digital surround modes, the optimal delay time is the result of that subtraction. For example, if the front speakers are 3 m away and the surround speakers are 1 m away, the optimal delay time is figured as (3–1)x3=6. Thus,in this example, the delay time for Dolby Digital should be set at six milliseconds.

b.When setting the delay time for the Pro Logic

mode, take the result of the subtraction and add 15 to obtain the optimal delay time. For example, if the front speakers are 3 m away and the surround speakers are 1 m away, the optimal delay time is figured as (3–1)x3+15=21.Thus, in this example, the Pro

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System Configuration

Logic delay should be set at twenty milliseconds.

NOTE: The DTS, Logic 7, 5CH Stereo,Hall and Theater modes use a fixed, nonadjustable delay time.

The Dolby Digital Mode also includes a separate setting for the center channel delay mode, since the discrete nature of these signals makes the location of the center channel speaker more critical. To calculate the delay for the center channel, measure the distance from the preferred listening position in the center of the room to both the center channel speaker and either the left or right speaker.

If the distances are equal, no further adjustment is required and the center delay should be set to zero. If the distance to the front speakers is greater than the distance to the center speaker, you may wish to reposition the speakers by moving the front left and front right speakers closer to the listening position or the center speaker further away from the listening position.

If repositioning of the speakers is not possible, adjust the center delay time, adding one millisecond of center channel delay for every 30 cm closer to the listening position the center speaker is than the front speakers.For example, if the front left and front right speakers are each 3 m from the listening position and the center channel speaker is 2.4 m away, the delay is figured as 300 cm –240 cm=60 cm, suggesting an optimal center delay of 2 milliseconds.

To set the delay time,continue within the MASTER MENU (Figure 1). If the system is not already at that point, press the OSD button

to bring up the master menu.To make the delay settings for the Dolby Digital mode (this will include the Center delay setting, and the surround delay for the Pro Logic mode will be set automatically), press the Set

button and select any input now that is associated with a digital input and the Dolby Digital surround mode (the surround mode associated with each input selected will be indicated by the

Surround Mode Indicators

in the front panel), then return to the master menu. Press the

¤ button

and then the Set button

to bring up the surround setup menu, now press the

¤ button

once.

As the Dolby Digital mode is selected, the

› cur-

sor will stop at the CENTER DELAY line. Press the

‹/› buttons

E

until the number calgulated using the formula shown above appears in the disply.When the CENTER DELAY is entered, press the

button Donce to move to the SURR DELAY line so that the delay for the sur-

round speakers may be set. Press the tons

E

until the desired figure appears in

‹/› but-

the display, using the number calculated using the formula shown above for the Dolby Digital surround mode (item 3a). When the delay settings are complete, press the

¤ button

once to move to the next line.

Note that the delay settings may also be adjusted at any time when the Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic modes are in use by pressing the Delay button on the front panel



, followed by a press of the Set button F.

Next, press the

⁄/¤ buttons n on the remote

er the Selector buttons



on the front panel

or remote

until the desired figure appears in the Main

Information Display

Night Mode Settings

The Night mode is a feature of Dolby Digital that uses special processing to preserve the dynamic range and full intelligibility of a movie sound track while reducing the peak level.This prevents abruptly loud transitions from disturbing others, without reducing the sonic impact of a digital source. Note that the Night mode is only available when Dolby Digital signals are played.

To adjust the Night mode setting from the menu, make certain that the

› cursor is on the

Night line of the SURROUND SETUP menu. Next, press

‹/› buttons

E

choose between the following settings. OFF: When OFF is in the highlighted video,

the Night mode will not function. MID: When MID is in the highlighted video, a

mild compression will be applied. MAX:When MAX is in the highlighted video,a

more severe compression algorithm will be applied.

We recommend that you select the MID setting as a starting point and change to the MAX setting later, if desired.

Note that the Night mode may be adjusted directly any time that a Dolby Digital source is playing by pressing the Night button

. When the button is pressed, the words D-RANGE will appear in the lower third of the video screen and in the Main Information

Display Y. Press the

⁄/¤ button

within

three seconds to select the desired setting, then press Set

to confirm the setting.

When all settings for the surround setup have been made, press the the

› cursor is next to RETURN TO

MENU, and press the Set button

⁄/¤ buttons

so that

return to the master menu.

Output Level Adjustment

Output level adjustment is a key part of the configuration process for any surround sound product. It is particularly important for a Dolby Digital receiver such as the AVR 3000, as correct outputs will ensure that you hear sound tracks with the proper directionality and intensity.

NOTE: Listeners are often confused about the operation of the surround channels.While some assume that sound should always be coming from each speaker, most of the time there will be little or no sound in the surround channels. This is because they are only used when a movie director or sound mixer specifically places sound there to create ambiance, a special effect or to continue action from the front of the room to the rear. When the output levels are properly set it is normal for surround speakers to operate only occasionally.Artificially increasing the volume to the rear speakers may destroy the illusion of an enveloping sound field that duplicates the way you hear sound in a movie theater or concert hall.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The output level can be adjusted for each digital and analog surround mode separately.This allows you to compensate for level differences between speakers,that may also vary with the surround mode selected, or to increase or decrease the level of certain speakers intentionally, depending on the surround mode selected.

Before beginning the output level adjustment process, make certain that all speaker connections have been properly made.The system volume should be turned down at first. Finally, make certain that the Balance Control

set to the center “12 o’clock” position.

22 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

Using EzSet

Harman Kardon’s exclusive EzSet remote makes it possible to quickly and accurately set the AVR 3000’s output levels without the use of a sound pressure meter, although manual adjustment is also available. However, for the easiest set-up, follow these steps while seated in the listening position that will be used most often:

1. Make certain that all speaker positions have been properly configured for their “large” or “small” settings (as outlined above) and turn off the OSD system if it is in use.

2. Adjust the volume so that it is at -15,as shown in the on-screen display or Main

Information Display

3. Select any input associated with the Dolby Pro Logic surround mode. Remember to make the same adjustment with all other surround modes you´ve associated with the inputs used.

4. First a non-automatic pre-test should be made: Turn on the internal test tone by pressing the Test tone button

. You will hear a test noise circulate from speaker to speaker in a clockwise direction around the room.

Listen to make certain that the sound comes from the speaker position shown in the Main

Information Display

. If the sound from a speaker location does NOT match the position indicated, turn the AVR 3000 off using the Main

Power Switch

and check the speaker wiring to make certain that each speaker is connected to the correct output terminal.

5. Hold the remote in front of you at arm’s length, making sure not to cover the EzSet Sensor Microphone

at the top of the remote and aim it at the AVR 3000, not vertically (like you’d do with a microphone).

6. Press and hold the SPL Indicator Select



for three seconds. Release the button when

the Program/SPL Indicator

stops flashing and you hear the test noise from the front left speaker.

7. At this point, the EzSet circuitry will take over, adjusting the output level of each channel so that when the process is complete all levels will be equal and at the set reference point. This process may take a few minutes,depending on the extent of adjustment required.

8. During the adjustment you will see the location of the channel position being adjusted appear in both the on-screen display (if connected) and the Main Information Display

, alternating with a readout of the output setting, relative to the reference volume level. As the adjustment proceeds, a few things will happen simultaneously:

• The channel position being adjusted will flash in the Speaker/Channel Position Indicators

. If the test noise is heard from a channel other than the one shown in the Indicator, there is an error in the speaker connections.If this is the case, press the Test Button

TWICE to stop the adjustment. Then, turn the unit off and verify that all speakers are connected to the proper Outputs

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• When the front left channel is being set at the beginning of the process, EzSet will adjust the volume level, as shown by the indication of the FRONT L LEValternating in the onscreen display (if connected) and the Main

Information Display

with the volume indication. During the adjustment, the test tone may seem to pulse, or click,as EzSet changes the level. This is a normal aspect of the system’s operation.

• As the other channels are set, the channel name and the adjustment offset will appear in the on-screen display (if connected) and the

Main Information Display is changing, the Program/SPL Indicator

. While the level

will change colors to reflect the output level in relation to the reference.A red indication shows that the level is too high, while an amber indication shows that the level is too low.When the Indicator is green, the level is correct, and the test noise will move to the next channel.

• While adjustments are being made, the red LED under the AVR Selector

will flash. This is normal, and indicates that EzSet is operating.

9. After the test noise has circulated once through each channel, it will send the tone to the front left channel once again, to finally adjust its output level.

10. Upon completion of the front left channel adjustment, the Program/SPL Indicator will flash green three times and then go out. The tone will stop and the AVR 3000 will return to normal operation.

Manual Output Level Adjustment

Output levels may also be adjusted manually, either to set them to a specific level with an SPL meter, or to make fine tuning adjustments to the levels obtained using the EzSet remote.

Manual output level adjustment is most easily done through the OUTPUT ADJUST menu (Figure 7). If you are already at the main menu, press the screen

› cursor is next to the OUTPUT

¤ buttons

until the on-

ADJUST line. If you are not at the main menu, press the OSD button

to bring up the MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and then press the on-screen line. Press the Set button

¤ buttons

› cursor is next to the Output adjust

three times so that the

to bring the OUTPUT ADJUST menu (Figure 7) to the screen.

* OUTPUT ADJUST *

FRONT LEFT : 0dB CENTER : 0dB FRONT RIGHT: 0dB SURR RIGHT : 0dB SURR LEFT : 0dB RETURN TO MENU

Figure 7

As soon as the new menu appears, you will hear a test noise circulate from speaker to speaker in a clockwise direction around the room. The test noise will play for two seconds in each speaker before circulating, and a blinking on-screen cursor will appear next to the name of each speaker location when the sound is at that speaker. Now turn up the volume until you can hear the noise clearly.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Because this test noise will have a much lower level than normal music, the volume must be lowered after the adjustment for all channels is made, but BEFORE you return to the main menu and the test tone turns off.

After checking for speaker placement, let the test noise circulate again, and listen to see which channels sound louder than the others. Using the front left speaker as a reference,press the

‹/› buttons

E

on the remote to bring all speakers to the same volume level. Note that when one of the

‹/› buttons is pushed, the test

noise circulation will pause on the channel being adjusted to give you time to make the adjustment.When you release the button, the circulation will resume after five seconds.The on-screen cursor

› can also be moved directly to the

speaker to be adjusted by pressing the

⁄/¤

buttons Don the remote.

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System Configuration

Continue to adjust the individual speakers until they all have the same volume. Note that adjustments should be made with the

E

on the remote only, NOT the main vol-

‹/› buttons

ume controls.

You may also adjust the output levels manually while using the level indication feature of the EzSet remote.To activate the sensor and indicator, simply press and release the SPL Indicator Select button



on the remote while the test

tone is circulating. The Program/SPL Indicator

will change color to indicate the level. Because the remote functions as level sensor, in that case all further adjustments can be made with the front panel buttons only, with help of an assisting person. Adjust the level using the

‹/› buttons

on the front panel until the LED lights green for all channels.When it is red the level is too high; when it is amber the level is too low. Press the SPL Indicator Select



button when you are finished to turn the sensor and Indicator off.

NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not adjustable using the test tone.To change the subwoofer level, follow the steps for Output Level Trim Adjustment on page 30.

When all channels have an equal volume level, the adjustment is complete. Now turn the

Volume

(down to about -40dB, other-

wise the listening level may be too high as soon as the source’s music starts to play. To exit this menu, press the screen

› cursor is next to the RETURN TO

⁄/¤ buttons

until the on-

MENU line, and then press the Set button

to turn the test tone off and return to the

MASTER MENU.

The output levels may also be adjusted at any time using the discrete buttons and semi-OSD system. To adjust the output levels in this fashion, press the Test Tone Selector

ı8.As

soon as the button is pressed, the test tone will begin to circulate as indicated earlier. The correct channel from which the test noise should be heard will be shown in the lower third of the video screen and in the Main Information

Display

. As an added assist, while the test

noise is circulating, the proper channel position will also be indicated in the Speaker/Channel

Indicators correct channel. Turn up the Volume

by a blinking letter within the

(



until you can hear the noise clearly. To adjust the output level, press the Selector

buttons on the front panel tons

E

until the desired level is shown in

or the ‹/› but-

the display or on screen. Once the buttons are released, the test noise will begin to circulate again in five seconds.

When all channels have the same output level, turn the Volume

(down to about -40dB,

otherwise the listening level may be too high as soon as the source’s music starts to play. Afterwards press the Test Tone Selector

button again to turn the test tone off and complete the process.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The Output level adjustment made will be effective for all inputs, but only for the actual surround mode selected. To be effective for any other mode select that mode (with any input) and repeat the level adjustment described above.This will also allow you to compensate level differences between speakers,that may be different with each surround mode, or to increase or decrease the level of certain speakers intentionally, depending on the surround mode selected.

Note: Output level adjustment is not available for the VMAx or Surround Off mode, as no surround speakers are used (so level differences between the speakers in the room cannot occur). But to compensate level differences between stereo,VMAx and other surround modes (independently from the input selected) the outputs can be adjusted with the Level Trim Adjustment procedure, see page 30,also for the Surround Off (Stereo) and VMAx modes.

Once the settings outlined on the previous pages have been made, the AVR 3000 is ready for operation.While there are some additional settings to be made, these are best done after you have had an opportunity to listen to a variety of sources and different kinds of program material. These advanced settings are described on pages 34-35 of this manual. In addition, any of the settings made in the initial configuration of the unit may be changed at any time. As you add new or different sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a setting to better reflect your listening taste, simply follow the instructions for changing the settings for that parameter as shown above. Note that any settings changed at any time, also when the discrete buttons are used only, will be stored in memory in the AVR3000, also if it´s turned off completely, unless it will be reset (see page 48). The settings will either depend on the input (Speaker configuration, analog/digital input selection, surround mode) or on the surround mode selected (speaker output level), as described on previous pages. Having completed the setup and configuration process for your AVR 3000, you are about to experience the finest in music and home theater listening. Enjoy!

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Operation

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Basic Operation

Once you have completed the setup and configuration of the AVR 3000, it is simple to operate and enjoy.The following instructions should be followed for you to maximize your enjoyment of your new receiver:

Turning the AVR 3000 On or Off

• When using the AVR 3000 for the first time, you must press the Main Power Switch front panel to turn the unit on.This places the unit in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber color of the Power Indicator is in Standby,you may begin a listening session by pressing the System Power Control

Source button Selector

will turn green.This will turn the unit on and

on the front panel or the AVR

. Note that the Power Indicator

return it to the input source that was last used. The unit may also be turned on from Standby by pressing any of the Source Selector buttons on the remote

46

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector buttons

(except VID4) to turn the unit on,

press the AVR Selector

control the AVR functions.

To turn the unit off at the end of a listening session, simply press the System Power Control

on the front panel or the Power Off

Button

on the remote. Power will be shut

off to any equipment plugged into the rear panel

Switched AC Outlets Indicator

will turn amber.



When the remote is used to turn the unit “off”it is actually placing the system in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber color of the Power

Indicator

When you will be away from home for an extended period of time it is always a good idea to completely turn the unit off with the front panel Main Power Switch

NOTE:All preset memories may be lost if the unit is left turned off with the Main Power

Switch

for more than two weeks.

Using the Sleep Timer

• To program the AVR 3000 for automatic turnoff,press the Sleep Button Each press of the button will increase the time before shut down in the following sequence:

on the

. Once the unit

or the

to have the remote

and the Power

on the remote.

The sleep time will be displayed in the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer Indicator

and it will

count down until the time has elapsed.

When the programmed sleep time has elapsed, the unit will automatically turn off (to Standby mode). Note that the front panel display will dim to one half brightness when the Sleep function is programmed.To cancel the Sleep function, press and hold the Sleep Button

until the information display returns to normal brightness and the Sleep indicator numbers disappear and the words SLEEP OFF appear in the

Main Information Display

Source Selection

• To select a source, press any of the Source Selector buttons on the remote

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector

buttons

(except VID4) to turn the unit on,

press the AVR Selector control the AVR functions.

• The input source may also be changed by pressing the front-panel Input Source Selector button

. Each press of the button will move the input selection through the list of available inputs.

• As the input is changed, the AVR 3000 will automatically switch to the digital input (if selected), surround mode and speaker configuration that were entered during the configuration process for that source.

• The front-panel Video 4 Inputs used to connect a device such as a video game or camcorder to your home entertainment system on a temporary basis.

• As the input source is changed, the new input name will appear momentarily as an on-screen display in the lower third of the video display. The input name will also appear in the Main

Information Display

light next to the selected input’s name in the front-panel Input Indicators

• When a pure audio source (Tuner,CD,Tape, 6 Channel direct inputs) is selected, the last video input used remains routed to the Video 1 and

Video 2 Outputs



Video 1/ source) and Video Monitor Output



. This permits simultaneous viewing and lis-

tening to different sources.

• When a Video source is selected, its audio signal will be fed to the speakers and the video signal for that input will be routed to the appropriate Monitor Output jack



on a TV monitor connected to the AVR 3000.

to have the remote

may be

and a green LED will

(except from its own

and will be viewable

Controls and Use of Headphones

• Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the front panel Volume Control

Volume Up/Down

• The Balance Control



adjust the relative sound output between the left front and right front speakers.

• To temporarily silence all speaker outputs press the Mute button



the output to all speakers and the headphone jack, but it will not affect any recording or dubbing that may be in progress.When the system is muted, the MUTE indicator the Main Information Display Mute button



again to return to normal

operation.

• During a listening session you may wish to adjust the Bass Control

Control

to suit your listening tastes or room acoustics. Note that these controls are not effective with the 6-Channel Direct Input.

• To set the output of the AVR 3000 so that the output is “flat,” with the Tone controls and the Balance control de-activated, press the Tone Mode button

button once or twice so that

the words Tone Out appear momentarily in the Main Information Display return the tone controls to an active condition, press the Tone Mode

so that the words Tone In momentarily appear in the Main Information Display

• For private listening, plug the 6.3 mm stereo phone plug from a pair of stereo headphones into the front panel Headphone Jack that when the headphone’s plug is connected, the word HEADPHONE will scroll once across the Main Information Display all speakers will be silenced.When the headphone plug is removed, the audio feed to the speakers will be restored.

(

or remote

buttons.

may be used to

. This will interrupt

will light in

. Press the

and Treble

.To

button once or twice

. Note

and

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Operation

Surround Mode Chart

MODE FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE

DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides Center: 0 ms – 5 ms

up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low Frequency Effects Initial Setting – 0 ms channel. Surround: 0 ms –15 ms

Initial Setting – 0 ms

DTS Available only with digital input sources encoded with DTS data.Available on special Delay time not adjustable

DVD, LD and audio-only discs, DTS provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated low frequency channel.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC The standard mode for analog surround sound decoding. It uses information encoded 15 ms – 30 ms

in a two channel stereo recording to produce four distinct outputs: Left, Center, Right and Initial Setting = 15 ms a Mono Surround channel. Use this mode for accurate reproduction of programs bearing the Dolby Surround, DTS Stereo,UltraStereo or other “Surround”logos. Surround-encoded programs include videocassette, DVD and LD movies,TV and cable programs, radio programs and audio CDs. Dolby Pro Logic processing may also be used to provide a pleasing surround effect with some stereophonic source material that does not carry surround encoding.

LOGIC 7 C LOGIC 7 M

DOLBY 3 STEREO Uses the information contained in a surround encoded or two channel stereo program to No surround channels

THEATER This surround processing uses matrix surround decoding to simulate a standard movie or Delay time not adjustable

HALL The Hall mode offers matrix surround decoding that simulate Delay time not adjustable

VMAx Near When only the two front channel loudspeakers are used, Harman’s patented VMAx mode No surround channels VMAx Far delivers a three-dimensional sound space with the illusion of “phantom speakers”at the

An advanced mode that extracts the maximum surround information from either conventional stereo material or surround-encoded programs.When used with encoded material, decoding is more accurate in terms of the placement of sounds, and fades and pans are much smoother and more realistic than with other decoding techniques. Logic 7 also delivers increased spaciousness and a wider sound stage when it is used with conventional natural stereo recordings and music programs throug the use of the natural surround information present also in those stereo recordings.The Logic 7C or Cinema mode is tailored to provide an optimal sound field for movie soundtracks.The Logic 7M or Music mode uses a decoding formula that is best suited to music.

create center channel information. In addition, the information that is normally sent to the rear channel surround speakers is carefully mixed in with the front left and front right channels for increased realism. Use this mode when you have a center channel speaker but no surround speakers.

stage theater with stereo and even pure mono sources.

a medium-sized chamber hall or opera house with stereo and even pure mono sources.

center and surround positions.The VMAx N, or “Near Field” mode should be selected when your listening position is less than 1,5m from the speakers.The VMAx F, or “Far Field” mode should be selected when your listening positioin is greater than 1,5m from the speakers.

Delay time not adjustable

5-Channel Stereo This mode takes advantage of multiple speakers to place a stereo signal at both the front and No delay is available for

back of a room. Ideal for playing music in situations such as a party, it places the same signal this mode at the front-left and surround-left, and at the front-right and surround-right speakers. The center channel is fed a summed mono mix of the in-phase material of the left and right channels.

SURROUND This mode turns off all surround processing and presents the pure left and right No surround channels OFF (STEREO) channel presentation of two channel stereo programs.

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Operation

Surround Mode Selection

One of the most important features of the AVR 3000 is its ability to reproduce a full multichannel surround sound field from digital sources, analog matrix surround encoded programs and standard stereo or even mono programs. In all, a total of thirteen listening modes are available on the AVR 3000.

Selection of a surround mode is based on personal taste, as well as the type of program source material being used. For example, motion pictures or TV programs bearing the logo of one of the major surround encoding processes, such as Dolby Surround, DTS Stereo or UltraStereo played in either the Dolby 3 Stereo or Dolby Pro Logic surround modes depending on the source material and speakers in use.

However to create wider, enveloping sound field environments and more defined pans and flyovers with all analog stereo and surround recordings select Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7 mode, that creates a stereophonic left and right rear signal, just as recorded in real life (e.g. sound being recorded from left rear side will be heard from that side only) for a dramatic improvement in comparison to Dolby Pro Logic.

NOTE: Once a program has been encoded with matrix surround information, it retains the surround information as long as the program is broadcast in stereo.Thus, movies with surround sound may be decoded via any of the analog surround modes such as Pro Logic or Logic 7, when they are broadcast via conventional TV stations, cable, pay TV and satellite transmission. In addition, a growing number of made-for-television programs,sports broadcasts, radio dramas and music CDs are also recorded in surround sound. You may view a list of these programs at the Dolby Laboratories Web site at www.dolby.com.

Even when a program is not listed as carrying intentional surround information, you may find that the Pro Logic, Dolby 3 Stereo or Logic 7 modes often deliver enveloping surround presentations through the use of the natural surround information present in all stereo recordings. However, for stereo programs without any surround information the Theater, Hall and 5CH Stereo modes should be tried (5CH Stereo is effective particularly with old ”extreme” stereo recordings) and for mono programs,we suggest that you try the Theater or Hall modes. And when you use only two front channel speakers you should select Harman’s patented VMAx mode, delivering a virtually three dimensional sound space with two speakers only.

Surround modes are selected using either the front panel controls or the remote.To select a surround mode from the front panel, press the

Surround Mode Selector

the list of available modes.To select a surround

††

should be

to scroll through

mode using the remote, press the Surround

Mode Selector

, and then press the

⁄/¤

buttons Dto change the mode.As you press the buttons, the Surround mode name will appear in the Main Information Display

and an individual mode indicator will also light up

C D F H I J K L N

. As the sur-

round modes change, a green LED will light next to the current mode in the Surround Mode Indicators list

on the front panel.

Note that the Dolby Digital or DTS modes may only be selected when a digital input is in use. In addition, when a digital source is present, the AVR 3000 will automatically select and switch to the correct mode (Dolby Digital or DTS), regardless of the mode that has been previously selected. For more information on selecting digital sources, see the following section of this manual.

To listen to a program in traditional two channel stereo, using the front left and front right speakers only (plus the subwoofer if installed and configured), follow the instructions shown above for using the remote until SURR OFF appears in the Main Information Display

Digital Audio Playback

Digital audio is a major advancement over past systems such as Dolby Pro Logic. It delivers five discrete channels: left front, center, right front, left surround and right surround. Each channel reproduces full frequency range (20Hz to 20kHz) and offers dramatically improved dynamic range and significant improvements to signal-to-noise ratios.In addition, digital systems have the capability to deliver an additional channel that is specifically devoted to low frequency information.This is the “.1” channel referred to when you see these systems descibed as “5.1”.The bass channel is separate from the other channels,but since it is intentionally bandwidth limited, sound designers have given it that unique designation.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital (originally known as AC-3 a standard part of DVD, and is available on specially encoded LD discs and satellite broadcasts and it is a part of the new high-definition television (HDTV) system.

Note that an optional, external RF demodulator is required to use the AVR 3000 to listen to the Dolby Digital sound tracks available on laser discs. Connect the RF output of the LD player to the demodulator and then connect the digital output of the demodulator to the Optical or Coaxial inputs

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No demodulator is required for use with DVD players or DTS-encoded laser discs.

) is

of the AVR 3000.

DTS

DTS is another digital audio system that is capable of delivering 5.1 audio.Although both DTS and Dolby Digital are digital, they use different methods of encoding the signals, and thus they

require different decoding circuits to convert the digital signals back to analog.

DTS-encoded sound tracks are available on select DVD and LD discs, as well as on special audioonly DTS CDs.You may use any LD, DVD or CD player equipped with a digital output to play DTS-encoded special audio-only CDs with the AVR 3000, but DTS-LDs can be played on LD players and DTS-DVDs on DVD players only.All that is required is to connect the player’s output to either the Optical or Coaxial input on the rear panel



or front panel

In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTS sound tracks, the DVD player must be compatible with the DTS signal as indicated by a DTS logo on the player’s front panel. Note that early DVD players may not be able to play DTS- encoded DVDs.This does not indicate a problem with the AVR 3000, as some players cannot pass the DTS signal through to the digital outputs. If you are in doubt as to the capability of your DVD player to handle DTS DVDs, consult the player’s owner’s manual.

PCM Audio Playback

PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the non- compressed digital audio system used for compact discs, Non-Dolby Digital/DTS Laserdiscs and some special PCM encoded DVDs.The digital circuits in the AVR 3000 are capable of high quality digitalto-analog decoding, and they may be connected directly to the digital audio output of your CD/DVD or LD player (LD only for PCM or DTS programs, for Dolby Digital laser discs an RF adapter is needed, see ”Dolby Digital” above).

Connections may be made to either the Optical or Coaxial inputs front panel Digital Inputs



on the rear panel or the

To listen to a PCM digital source,first select the input for the desired source (e.g., CD) to feed its video signal (if any) to the TV monitor and to provide its analog audio signal for recording. Next press the Digital Select button and then use the remote, or the Selector buttons

⁄/¤

buttons Don the

panel, until the desired choice appears in the

Main Information Display Set button

ÓFto confirm the choice.

, then press the

When a PCM source is playing, the PCM indicator

will light. During PCM playback you may select any surround mode except Dolby Digital or DTS.

Playback from PCM sources may also benefit from the Logic 7. When playing a stereo or surround-encoded PCM source, such as an LD or CD

on the front

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Operation

or a PCM audio track from DVD, use the Logic 7 C or Cinema mode. For stereo or surround encoded pure music recordings use the Logic 7 M or Music mode for a wider front sound stage (see Surround Mode Chart page 26).

MP3 Audio Playback

The AVR 3000 is one of the first A/V receivers to provide on-board decoding for the MP3 audio format used on specific computer audio files and by portable MP3 players/recorders. In addition, some new CD and DVD players are capable of playing back optical discs that are recorded with MP3, rather than standard CD audio information. By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR 3000 is able to deliver more precise conversion of the digital signals to an analog output, along with the benefits of listening to the MP3 audio through the AVR 3000’s high current amplifier and the speakers from your surround system, rather than the smaller speakers and low powered amplifiers typically used with computers.

To take advantage of the AVR 3000’s MP3 capabilities, simply connect the PCM output of a computer sound card able to feed the MP3 format to its digital output, or the PCM output of MP3 compatible CD or DVD players or of a portable MP3 player with a digital output, to either the rear panel Digital Inputs panel Digital Inputs MP3 signal is selected, the MP3 Bitstream

Indicator

playing.

NOTES:

• The AVR 3000 is only capable of playing signals in the MP3 (MPEG 1/Layer 3) format. It is not compatible with other computer audio codecs.

• The MP 3 DSP mode found in the new AVR 3000 requires an MP3 SPDIF stream. Presently, only a few units provide this but in the coming generations of motherboards and operating system updates this will follow, since SPDIF is the standard for audio & video hardware.

• The digital audio input signal may be either optical or coaxial, but the signal must be in the PCM format. Direct connection of USB or serial data outputs is not possible, even though the signals are in the MP3 format. If you have any questions about the data output format from your computer or a sound card, check with the device’s Owner’s Manual or contact the manufacturer’s technical support area.

Selecting a Digital Source

To utilize either digital mode you must have properly connected a digital source to the AV R 3000. Connect the digital outputs from DVD players, HDTV receivers, satellite systems or CD players to the Optical or Coaxial inputs on the rear or front panel

will light, and the audio will begin



. When the digital

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or the front

. In order to pro-

vide a backup signal and a source for analog stereo recording, the analog outputs provided on digital source equipment should also be connected to their appropriate inputs on the AVR 3000 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from a DVD to the DVD inputs rear panel when you connect the source’s digital outputs).

When playing a digital source such as DVD, first select its input using the remote or front panel controls as outlined in this manual in order to feed its video signal (if any) to the TV monitor and to provide its analog audio signal for recording. When the digital input appropriate with the DVD player is not selected automatically (due to the input settings made earlier during the system configuration, see page 19), select the digital source by pressing the Digital Input Selector button

GÒand then using the

on the remote or the Selector buttons

on the front panel to OPTICAL or COAXIAL appear in the Main Information Display Y, Display Indicator When the digital source is playing, the AVR 3000 will automatically detect whether it is a multichannel Dolby Digital, DTS source,MP3 or a conventional PCM signal, which is the standard output from CD players.A Bitstream Indicator will light in the Main Information Display to confirm that the digital signal is Dolby Digital, DTS, MP3 or PCM. Note that a digital input (e.g. coaxial) remains associated with any analog input (e.g. DVD) as soon as it is selected, thus the digital input need not be re-selected each time the appropriate input choice (e.g. DVD) is made.

Digital Status Indicators

When a digital source is playing, the AVR 3000 senses the type of bitstream data that is present. Using this information, the correct surround mode will automatically be selected. For example, DTS bitstreams will cause the unit to switch to DTS decoding, and Dolby Digital bitstreams will enable Dolby Digital decoding.When the unit senses PCM data, from CDs and LDs and some music DVDs or certain tracks on normal DVDs,it will allow the appropriate surround mode to be selected manually. Since the range of available surround modes depends on the type of digital data that is present, the AVR 3000 uses a variety of indicators to let you know what type of signal is present.This will help you to understand the choice of modes and the input channels recorded on the disc.

When a digital source is playing, a Bitstream

Indicator

signal is playing:

DOLBY D: When the DOLBY D indicator lights, a Dolby Digital bitstream is being received.

choose any of the

or on-screen display.

will light to show which type of



on the

⁄/¤

buttons

inputs, as they

Depending on the audio track selected on the source player and number of channels on the disc, different surround modes are possible.Note that only one channel without subwoofer, called ”1.0” audio,or all five channels with subwoofer (”5.1” audio) or all steps between can be recorded on digitally surround encoded audio tracks (see NOTE below).With all those tracks, except ”2.0” audio,only the Dolby Digital and VMAx modes are available.When the Dolby Digital signal is only two channel (”2.0”) these two channels (l and r) often contain Pro Logic surround informations.With those tracks the AVR3000 automatically switches to the Pro Logic mode, but you may also select the Vmax mode.

DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS bitstream is being received.When the unit senses this type of data, only the DTS mode may be used.

PCM: When the PCM indicator lights, a standard Pulse Code Modulation, or PCM, signal is being received.This is the type of digital audio used by conventional compact disc and laser disc recordings.When a PCM bitstream is present, all modes except Dolby Digital and DTS are available.Note that the PCM signal format can be selected on the DVD player with any audio track, even with Dolby Digital tracks (but not with Dolby Digital decoding). So,if selected, even ”2.0”D.D. audio tracks can be played with all surround modes, also with the most effective Logic 7.

MP3: When the MP3 indicator lights, a compatible MPEG 1/Layer 3 digital signal is being received. This is the popular audio format used by many computer programs for recording compressed audio files.When an MP3 bitstream is present, the sound will automatically be played in the stereo (surround off) mode.The surround modes are not available during MP3 playback.

In addition to the Bitstream Indicators, the AVR 3000 features a set of unique channel input indicators that tell you how many channels of digital information are being received and if the digital signal is interrupted.

These indicators are the L/C/R/LS/RS/LFE letters that are inside the center boxes of the

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

front panel Main Information Display When a standard analog stereo or matrix surround signal is in use, only the “L” and “R” indicators will light, as analog signals have only left and right channels, respectively, even surround recordings, carry surround information on the left and right channels only.

Digital signals, however, may have one to six separate channels, depending on the program material, the method of transmission and the way in which it was encoded.When a digital signal is playing, the letters in these indicators will light in response to the specific signal being received. It

in the

28 OPERATION

Operation

is important to note that although Dolby Digital, for example, is referred to as a “5.1” system, not all Dolby Digital DVD or audio tracks selected on DVD or other Dolby Digital programs are encoded for 5.1. Thus,it is sometimes normal for a DVD with a Dolby Digital soundtrack to trigger e.g. only the “L” and “R” indicators.

NOTE: Many DVD discs are recorded with both “5.1” and “2.0”versions of the same soundtrack, the ”2.0” version often is used with other languages.When playing a DVD,always be certain to check the type of material on the disc. Most discs show this information in the form of a listing or icon on the back of the disc jacket. When a disc does offer multiple soundtrack choices you may have to make some adjustments to your DVD player (usually with the “Audio Select” button or in a menu screen on the disc) to send a full 5.1 feed to the AVR 3000 or to select the appropriate audio track and thus language (”2.0” audio tracks can be played with all surround modes, even with Logic 7,see indicator ”PCM” on page 28). It is also possible for the type of signal feed to change during the course of a DVD playback. In some cases the previews of special material will only be recorded in 2.0 audio, while the main feature is available in 5.1 audio.As long as your DVD player is set for 6channel output, the AVR 3000 will automatically sense changes to the bitstream and channel count and reflect them in these indicators.

The letters used by the Speaker/Channel Input

Indicators

stream has been interrupted. This will happen when a digital input source is selected before the playback starts, or when a digital source such as a DVD is put into a Pause mode.The flashing indicators remind you that the playback has stopped due to the absence of a digital signal and not through any fault of the AVR. This is normal, and the digital playback will resume once the playback is started again.

Night Mode

A special feature of Dolby Digital is the Night mode, which enables Dolby Digital input sources to be played back with full digital intelligibilty while reducing the maximum peak level and lifting the low levels by abruptly loud transitions from disturbing others without reducing the impact of the digital source. The Night mode is available only when Dolby Digital mode is selected.

The Night mode may be engaged when a Dolby Digital DVD is playing by pressing the Night Button buttons Dto select either the middle range or full compression versions of the Night mode.To turn the Night mode off,press the

video display and the Main Information

also flash to indicate when a bit-

1/4 to 1/3. This prevents

on the remote. Next,press the ⁄/¤

⁄/¤ buttons

until the message in the lower third of the

Display

reads D-RANGE OFF. When

the Night mode is active, the Night Mode

Indicator

The Night mode may also be selected to always be on at either level of compression using the options in the Surround Setup Menu. See page 22 for information on using the menus to set this option.

IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL PLAYBACK:

1. When the digital playback source is stopped, or in a pause, fast forward or chapter search mode, the digital audio data will momentarily stop, and the channel position letters inside the

Speaker/Channel Indicators

This is normal and does not indicate a problem with either the AVR 3000 or the source machine. The AVR 3000 will return to digital playback as soon as the data is available and when the machine is in a standard play mode.

2.Although the AVR 3000 will decode virtually all DVD movies, CDs and HDTV sources, it is possible that some future digital sources may not be compatible with the AVR 3000.

3. Note that not all digitally encoded programs and not all audio tracks on a DVD contain full

5.1-channel audio. Consult the program guide that accompanies the DVD or laser disc to determine which type of audio has been recorded on the disc. The AVR 3000 will automatically sense the type of digital surround encoding used, indicate it in the Bitstream Indicators

Channel Input Indicators

accommodate it.

4. When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is playing, you normally may not be able to select some of the analog surround modes such as Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3, Stereo, Hall, Theater, 5CH Stereo or Logic 7, except with special audio tracks (see indication ”Dolby Digital” on previous page) or data format selected (see ”PCM” on previous page).

5. When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is playing, it is not possible to make an analog recording using the Tape



to any digital input of the AVR3000 only. But the analog two channel signal of that source, the ”Downmix” to Stereo or Dolby Surround, can be recorded by connecting its analog audio outputs to the appropriate analog inputs (e.g. DVD) of the AVR3000, even if the digital input of the AVR3000 remains selected.Additionally, the digital signals will be passed through to the Digital

Audio Outputs

will also illuminate.

will flash.

and

and adjust to



or Video 1 or Video 2 or

record outputs, if the source is connected



Tape Recording

In normal operation, the audio or video source selected for listening through the AVR 3000 is sent to the record outputs.This means that any program you are watching or listening to may be recorded simply by placing machines connected to the outputs for Tape Outputs or 2 Outputs

When a digital audio recorder is connected to any of the Digital Audio Outputs able to record the digital signal using a CD-R, MiniDisc or other digital recording system. Note that all digital signals will be passed through to both, coaxial and optical, digital outputs simultanously, no matter which kind of digital input was selected.

NOTES:

• The digital outputs are active only when a digital signal is present, and they do not convert an analog input to a digital signal, or change the format of the digital signal (e.g. Dolby Digital to PCM or vice versa, but coaxial digital signals are converted to optical signals and vice versa). In additon, the digital recorder must be compatible with the output signal. For example, the PCM digital input from a CD player may be recorded on a CD-R or MiniDisc, but Dolby Digital or DTS signals may not.

• To make an analog recording of a Dolby Digital or DTS source is not possible, if the source is connected to a digital input of the AVR 3000 only. But the analog two channel signal of that source can be recorded (see item 5, ”Important Notes on Digital Playback” above).



in the record mode.



or Video 1



, you are

OPERATION 29

Operation

Output Level Trim Adjustment

Normal output level adjustment for the AVR 3000 is established using the test tone, as outlined on pages 22 and 23. In some cases, however, it may be desirable to adjust the output levels using program material such as a test disc, or a selection you are familiar with. Additionally, the output level for the subwoofer and those for the Stereo and VMAx modes can only be adjusted using this procedure.

To adjust the output levels using program material, first select the surround mode for which you want to trim the speakers(see NOTE below), start your program material source and set the reference volume for the front left and front right channels using the Volume Control

Once the reference level has been set, press the Channel Select button

CÛand note that

FRONT L LEV will appear in the Main Information Display

first press the Set button the Selector buttons

to raise or lower the level. DO NOT use the

. To change the level,

FÓ, and then use

or the

volume control, as this will alter the reference setting.

Once the change has been made, press the Set button

FÓand then press the Selector but-

tons

or the ⁄/¤ buttons Dto select the next output channel location that you wish to adjust. To adjust the subwoofer level, press the

Selector buttons 5 or the

⁄/¤ buttons

until WOOFER LEV appears in the Main Information Display

or on-screen display.

(only available if the subwoofer is turned on). Press the Set button

FÓwhen the name of

the desired channel appears in the Main Information Display

and on-screen display, and follow the instructions shown above to adjust the level.

Repeat the procedure as needed until all channels requiring adjustment have been set. When all adjustments have been made press the Set

button

FÓtwice, the AVR 3000 will return

to normal operation.

If you are using a disc with noise test signals or an external signal generator as the source from which to trim the output levels, you may use the EzSet feature of the remote to guide you to the correct SPL level. To use the remote for this purpose, start the test tone from the source and press and quickly release the SPL Indicator

Select



to activate the sensor. When the test

tone from the source is fed to the speaker you want to trim, the Program Indicator change color to indicate the level. Adjust the level for the appropriate channel until the LED lights green for all channels.When it is red the level is too high; when it is amber the level is too

⁄/¤

(.

buttons

will

low.As the remote is used as sound pressure level (SPL) sensor, in this case the channels can be selected and their levels be adjusted, as described above, with the Channel Select but- ton

and the Selector5and Set buttons

on the AVR´s front panel only (with help of

an assisting person). After the output levels of all channels are aligned,press the SPL Indicator

Select



to turn the sensor and indicator off.

The channel output may also be adjusted using the full-OSD on-screen menu system. First, set the volume to a comfortable listening level using the Volume Control OSD button

MENU (Figure 1). Press the

(. Then, press the

to bring up the MASTER

¤ Button

until the on-screen › cursor is next to the CHANNEL ADJUST line. Press the Set Button

to activate the CHANNEL

ADJUST menu (Figure 8).

* CHANNEL ADJUST *

FRONT LEFT : 0dB CENTER : 0dB FRONT RIGHT : 0dB SURR RIGHT : 0dB SURR LEFT : 0dB SUBWOOFER : 0dB CHANNEL RESET: OFF ON RETURN TO MENU

Figure 8

Once the menu appears on your video screen, use the

⁄/¤ buttons

› cursor so that it is next to the channel that you

wish to adjust. Then, use the

E

to raise or lower the output level.

When all adjustments are done, press the

to move the on-screen

‹/› buttons

⁄/¤

buttons Dto move the on-screen › cursor so that it is next to RETURN TO MENU and then press the Set Button

if you wish to go back to the main menu to make other adjustments. If you have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD button

to exit the menu

system. NOTE:The output levels may be separately

trimmed for each digital and analog surround mode. If you wish to have different trim levels for a specific mode, select that mode and then follow the instructions in the steps shown above.

Changing the levels by the trim adjustment as described above will automatically change the level settings in the Output Adjust Menu (Fig. 7, page 23) correspondingly (and vice versa). With Stereo and Vmax modes the adjustment procedure described above is the only way to trim the output level (e.g. to match the Vmax level with other modes).

6-Channel Direct Input

The AVR 3000 is equipped for future expansion through the use of optional, external adapters for formats that the AVR 3000 may not be capable of processing.When an adapter is connected to the 6-Channel Direct Input



, you may select

it by pressing the 6-Ch Direct Input Selector



. The 6-Channel Direct Input may also be

selected by pressing the Input Source Selector button

on the front panel until the words

6 CH DIRECT appear in the Main Information Display lights next to 6 CH in the Input Indicators

, and a green LED

Note that when the 6-Channel Direct Input is in use, you may not select a surround mode, as the external decoder determines processing. In addition, there is no signal at the record outputs when the 6-Channel Direct Input is in use, and the Tone

and Balance&controls will

not be effective.

Memory Backup

This product is equipped with a memory backup system that preserves tuner presets and system configuration information if the unit is turned off completely, accidentally unplugged or subjected to a power outage.This memory will last for approximately two weeks, after which time all information must be reentered.

30 OPERATION

Operation

Tuner Operation

The AVR 3000’s tuner is capable of tuning AM, FM and FM Stereo broadcast stations and receiving RDS data. Stations may be tuned manually, or they may be stored as favorite station presets and recalled from a 30 position memory.

Station Selection

1. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select button on the remote to select the tuner as an input. The tuner may be selected from the front panel by either pressing the Input Source Selector

until the tuner is active or by pressing the

Tuner Band Selector

2. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select button or Tuner Band Selector9again to switch between AM and FM so that the desired frequency band is selected.

3. Press the Tuner Mode button remote or hold the Band Selector front panel pressed for 3 seconds to select manual or automatic tuning.

When the AUTO indicator Main Information Display the tuner will only stop at those stations that have a strong enough signal to be received with acceptable quality.

When the AUTO indicator the tuner is in a manual mode and will stop at each frequency increment in the selected band.

4. To select stations press any Tuning button

. When the AUTO indicator Xis illumin-

ated, press the button to cause the tuner to search for the next highest or lowest frequency station that has an acceptable signal or hold the button pressed to tune more quickly and release it to start the auto search. In the Auto mode the tuner will play each station in stereo or mono mode, just as the program is transmitted. If the

AUTO indicator Tuning button

cy increment at a time, or press and hold it to locate a specific station. When the TUNED indicator

illuminates, the station is properly

tuned and should be heard with clarity.

at any time.

is illuminated in the

is not illuminated,

is not illuminated, tap the

8Kto advance one frequen-

on the

5. Stations may also be tuned directly by pressing the Direct button the Numeric Keys station’s frequency. The desired station will automatically be tuned after the latest number is entered. If you press an incorrect button while entering a direct frequency, press the Clear button



to start over.

NOTE:When the FM reception of a stereo station is weak, audio quality will be increased by switching to Mono mode by pressing the Tuner Mode button holding the Band Selector panel pressed for 3 seconds until the STEREO indicator

, and then pressing

that correspond to the

on the remote or

on the front

goes out.

Preset Tuning

Using the remote, up to 30 stations may be stored in the AVR 3000’s memory for easy recall using the front panel controls or the remote.

To enter a station into the memory, first tune the station using the steps outlined above.Then:

1. Press the Memory button remote. Note that MEMORYindicator illuminate and flash in the Main Information

Display

2. Within five seconds, press the Numeric Keys

wish to store this station’s frequency. Once entered, the preset number will appear in the

Preset Number/Sleep Time Display

3. Repeat the process after tuning any additional stations to be preset.

Recalling Preset Stations

• To manually select a station previously entered in the preset memory, press the Numeric Keys

memory location.

• To manually tune through the list of stored preset stations one by one, press the Preset Stations Selector buttons front panel or remote.

corresponding to the location where you

that correspond to the desired station’s



on the

)Qon the

will

OPERATION 31

Operation

RDS Operation

The AVR 3000 is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a wide range of information to FM radio. Now in use in many countries, RDS is a system for transmitting station call signs or network information, a description of station program type, text messages about the station or specifics of a musical selection, and the correct time.

As more FM stations become equipped with RDS capabilities, the AVR 3000 will serve as an easyto-use center for both information and entertainment. This section will help you take maximum advantage of the RDS system.

RDS Tuning

When an FM station is tuned in and it contains RDS data, the RDS Indicator nate and the AVR 3000 will automatically display the station’s call sign or other program service in the Main Information Display

RDS Display Options

The RDS system is capable of transmitting a wide variety of information in addition to the initial station call sign that appears when a station is first tuned. In normal RDS operation the display will indicate the station name, broadcast network or call letters. Pressing the RDS button

@Penables you to cycle through the various

data types in the following sequence:

will illumi-

• The current time of day (CT). Note that it may take up to two minutes for the time to appear, in that time the word TIME will flash in the information display when CT is selected. The

CTIndicator

data is being received. Please note that the accuracy of the time data is dependent on the radio station, not the AVR 3000.

Some RDS stations may not include some of these additional features. If the data required for the selected mode is not being transmitted, the Main Information Display a NO TYPE, NO TEXT or NO TIME message after the individual time out.

In any FM mode the RDS function requires a strong enough signal for proper operation. If you receive a partial message, or any of the RDS, PTY, CT or RT Indicators

going on and off,try slowly adjusting the antenna or tune to another stronger RDS station.

will illuminate when time

AEADAC

will show

Program Search (PTY)

An important feature of RDS is its capability of encoding broadcasts with Program Type (PTY) codes that indicate the type of material being broadcast. The following list shows the abbreviations used to indicate each PTY, along with an explanation of the PTY:

• (RDS ONLY)

• (TRAFFIC)

• NEWS: News

• AFFAIRS: Current Affairs

• INFO: Infomation

• SPORT: Sports

• EDUCATE: Educational

• DRAMA: Drama

• CULTURE: Culture

• SCIENCE: Science

• VARIED: Varied Speech Programs

• POPM: Popular Music

• ROCKM: Rock Music

• M.O.R.M.: Middle-of-the-Road Music

• The station’s call letters (with some private stations other information too).

• The station’s frequency.

• The Program Type (PTY) as shown in the list below.The PTY Indicator when this data is being received.

• A “text” message (Radiotext, RT) containing special information from the broadcast station. Note that this message may scroll across the display to permit messages longer than the eight positions in the display. Depending on signal quality, it may take up to 30 seconds for the text message to appear; in that time,the word TEXTwill flash in the Information Display when RT is selected.The RT Indicator illuminate when text data is being received and ready to be displayed.

will illuminate

will

• LIGHTM: Classical Music

• CLASSICS: Serious Classical Music

• OTHERM: Other Music

• WEATHER: Weather Information

• FINANCE: Financial Programs

• CHILDREN: Children’s Programs

• SOCIAL A: Social Affairs Programs

• RELIGION: Religious Broadcasts

• PHONE IN: Phone-In Programs

• TRAVEL: Travel and Touring

• LEISURE: Leisure and Hobby

32 OPERATION

Operation

• JAZZ: Jazz Music

• COUNTRY: Country Music

• NATIONAL: National Music

• OLDIES: Oldies Music

• FOLK M: Folk Music

• DOCUMENT: Documentary Programs

• TEST: Emergency Test

• ALARM: Emergency Broadcast Information

You may search for a specific Program Type (PTY) by following these steps:

1. Press the RDS button rent PTY is shown in the Main Information

Display

2. While the PTY is shown, press the Preset Up/Down button to scroll through the list of available PTY types, as shown above.To simply search for the next station transmitting any RDS data, use the Preset Up/Down button ONLY appears in the display.

3. Press any of the Tuning Up/Down buttons

8K, the tuner begins to scan the FM band

upwards or downwards for the first station that has RDS data that matches the desired selection, and acceptable signal strength for quality reception.

4. While the PTY Indicator display, the tuner will make up to one complete scan of the entire FM band for the next station that matches the desired PTY type and has acceptable reception quality. If no such station is found, the display will read NONEfor some seconds and the tuner will return to the last FM station in use before the search.

@Puntil the cur-

)Qor hold them pressed

)Quntil RDS

flashes in the

NOTE: Many stations do not transmit a specific PTY. The display will show NONE, when such a station is selected and PTY is active.

NOTE: Some stations transmit constant traffic information. To identify as traffic station, they transmit a specific traffic code constantly, which causes the TA Indicator play.These stations can be found by selecting TRAFFIC, the option in front of NEWS in the list. The AVR 3000 RDS will find the appropriate station, even if it is not broadcasting traffic information when the search is made.

to light in the dis-

OPERATION 33

Advanced Features

The AVR 3000 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.

Display Brightness The AVR 3000’s front panel Main Information Display

is set at a default brightness level that is sufficient for viewing in a normally lit room. However, in some home theater installations, you may wish to occasionally lower the brightness of the display, or turn it off completely.

To change the display brightness setting for a specific listening session, you will need to make an adjustment in the ADVANCED SELECT menu. To start the adjustment, press the OSD button TER MENU to the screen. Press the

to bring the MAS-

⁄

Button Dtwice, until the on-screen ›cursor is next to the ADVANCED line. Press the Set Button

to enter the ADVANCED

SELECT menu (Figure 9).

* ADVANCED SELECT *

VFD :FULL HALF OFF VOLUME DEFAULT:OFF ON DEFAULT VOL SET:25dB SEMI OSD :OFF ON SEMI OSD TIME OUT: 35 FULL OSD TIME OUT:205 RETURN TO MENU

Figure 9

To change the brightness setting, at the ADVANCED SELECT menu, make certain that the on-screen VFDline,and press the

›

cursor is next to the

›

Button until the desired brightness level is highlighted in the video display.When FULLis highlighted,the display is at its normal brightness.When HALF is highlighted, the display is at half the normal brightness level. When OFFis highlighted, all of the indicators in the Main

Information Display

will go dark. Note,

however, that the green LEDs for the Input

Indicators Indicators Indicator

and the Surround Mode

, as well as for the Power

, will always remain lit to remind

you that the unit is turned on.

If you wish to make other adjustments in the menu, press the

›

screen

⁄/¤

Buttons Duntil the on-

cursor is next to the desired setting or

the RETURN TO MENU line and press the Set button ments to make,press the OSD Button

. If you have no other adjust-

exit the menu system.

The display brightness may also be changed by pressing and holding the Set button

on the

front for three seconds until the message in the

Main Information Display

reads VFD

FULL. Within five seconds,press the front

panel Selector buttons

until the desired

brightness display level is shown. At that point, press the Set button

again to enter the

setting.

Once the desired brightness level is selected, it will remain in effect until it is changed again or until the unit is turned off.

Turn On Volume Level

As is the case with most audio/video receivers, when the AVR 3000 is turned on, it will always return to the volume setting in effect when the unit was turned off. However, you may prefer to always have the AVR 3000 turn on at a specific setting, regardless of what was last in use when the unit was turned off. To change the default condition so that the same volume level is always used at turn-on, you will need to make an adjustment in the ADVANCED SELECT menu. To start the adjustment, press the OSD button

to bring the MAS-

TER MENU (Figure 1) to the screen. Press

⁄

the

button Dtwice, until the on-screen

›

cursor is next to the ADVANCED line. Press the Set button

to enter the

ADVANCED SELECT menu (Figure 9).

At the ADVANCED SELECT menu make certain that the on-screen to the volume default line by pressing the

›

cursor is next

⁄/¤

buttons Das needed. Next, press the ›button



so that the word ONis highlighted in

the video display. Next, press the

button

once so that the on-screen ›cursor is next to the DEFAULT VOL SETline.To set the desired turn-on volume, press the

E

or hold them pressed until the desired

‹/›

buttons

volume level is shown on the DEFAULT VOLSETline. Note that this setting may NOT be made with the regular volume controls.

NOTE: Since the setting for the turn-on volume cannot be heard while the setting is being made, you may wish to determine the setting before making the adjustment. To do this,listen to any source and adjust the volume to the desired level using the regular volume controls

(.

When the desired volume level to be used at turn-on is reached, make a note of the setting as it appears in the lower third of the video screen or in the Main Information Display

(a typical volume level will appear as a negative number such as -25dB). When making the adjustment, use the

‹/›

buttons

E

to enter this setting.

Unlike some of the other adjustments in this menu, the turn-on volume default will remain in effect until it is changed or turned off in this menu, even when the unit is turned off completely.

If you wish to make other adjustments in the menu, press the

›

screen

⁄/¤

Buttons Duntil the on-

cursor is next to the desired setting or

the RETURN TO MENU line and press the Set button ments to make,press the OSD Button

. If you have no other adjust-

exit the menu system.

34 ADVANCED FEATURES

Advanced Features

Semi-OSD Settings

The semi-OSD system places one line messages at the lower third of the video display screen whenever the Volume, Input Source, Surround mode or tuner frequency of any of the configuration settings are changed. The semi-OSD system is helpful in that enables you to have feedback on any control changes or remote commands using the video display when it is difficult to view the front-panel displays. However, you may occasionally prefer to turn these displays off for a particular listening session. You may also want to adjust the length of time the displays remain on the screen. Both of those options are possible with the AVR 3000.

To turn off the semi-OSD system, you will need to make an adjustment in the ADVANCED SELECT menu (Figure 9). To start the adjustment, press the OSD button

to bring

the MASTER MENU to the screen. Press

⁄

the

Button Dtwice, until the on-screen ¤

cursor is next to the ADVANCED line. Press the Set Button

to enter the

ADVANCED SELECT menu.

At the ADVANCED SELECT menu make certain that the on-screen to the SEMI OSD line by pressing the

› cursor is next

⁄/¤

buttons Das needed. Next, press the › button



so that the word OFFis highlighted

in the video display.

Note that this setting is temporary and will remain active only until it is changed or until the AVR 3000 is turned off. Once the unit is turned off,the semi-OSD displays will remain activated, even if they were switched off for the previous listening session.

To change the length of time that the semi-OSD displays remain on the screen, go to the ADVANCED SELECT Menu as outlined earlier, and press the needed, until the on-screen

⁄/¤

buttons Das

›

cursor is next to the SEMI-OSD TIME OUT line. Next, press the

‹/›

Buttons

E

until the desired time in seconds is displayed. Note that unlike most of the other options in this menu, this is a permanent setting change, and the time-out entry will remain in effect until it is changed, even when the unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments in the menu, press the

›

screen

⁄/¤

Buttons Duntil the on-

cursor is next to the desired setting or

the RETURN TO MENU line and press the Set button ments to make,press the OSD Button

. If you have no other adjust-

exit the menu system.

Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment

The FULL-OSDmenu system is used to simplify the setup and adjustment of the AVR 3000 using a series of on-screen menus.The factory default setting for these menus leaves them on the screen for 20 seconds after a period of inactivity before they disappear from the screen or Time Out. This Time Out is a safety measure to prevent the menu text from burning into the CRTs in your monitor or projector, which might happen if they were left on indefinitely. However, some viewers may prefer a slightly longer or shorter period before the Time Out display.

To change the Full-OSD Time Out, you will need to make an adjustment in the ADVANCED SELECT Menu (Figure 1). To start the adjustment, press the OSD button

to bring

the MASTER MENU to the screen. Press

⁄

the

button Dtwice, until the on-screen ¤

cursor is next to the ADVANCED line. Press the Set Button

to enter the

ADVANCED SELECT Menu (Figure 9).

At the ADVANCED SELECT menu make certain that the on-screen

› cursor is next

to the FULL-OSD TIME OUT line by pressing the press the

⁄/¤

Buttons Das needed. Next,

‹/›

buttons

E

until the desired time is displayed in seconds. Note that unlike most of the other options in this menu, this is a permanent setting change, and the time-out entry will remain in effect until it is changed, even when the unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments in the menu, press the

›

screen

⁄/¤

Buttons Duntil the on-

cursor is next to the desired setting or

the RETURN TO MENU line and press the Set button ments to make,press the OSD Button

. If you have no other adjust-

exit the menu system.

ADVANCED FEATURES 35

Programming the Remote

The AVR 3000 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control not only the receiver’s functions, but also most popular brands of audio and video equipment, including CD players,TV sets,cable boxes,VCRs, satellite receivers and other home-theater equipment. Once the AVR 3000’s remote is programmed with the codes for the products you own, it is possible to eliminate most other remotes and replace them with the convenience of a single universal remote control.

Programming the Remote with Codes

As shipped from the factory, the remote is fully programmed for all AVR 3000 functions, as well as those of most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. In addition, by following one of the methods below, you may program the remote to operate a wide range of devices from other manufacturers.

Note: The Input Selector button Video 4 cannot be programmed with codes as it functions as input selector for the AVR only. Moreover, only the default code "001" can be programmed on the AVR Selector button

Direct Code Entry

This method is the easiest way to program your remote to work with different products.

1. Use the tables in the following pages to determine the three-digit code or codes that match both the product type (e.g.,VCR,TV), and the specific brand name. If there is more than one number for a brand, make note of the different choices.

2. Turn on the unit you wish to program into the AVR 3000 remote.

3. Press and hold both the Input Selector for the type of product to be entered (e.g.,VCR, TV) and the Mute button



time.When the Program/SPL Indicator turns amber and begins flashing, release the buttons. It is important that you begin the next step within 20 seconds.

4. If the unit you wish to program into the AVR 3000 remote has a remotable Power on/off function, follow these steps:

a. Point the AVR 3000’s remote towards the unit

to be programmed, and enter the first threedigit code number using the Numeric buttons

. If the unit being programmed turns off, the

correct code has been entered. Press the Input

Selector

again, and note that the red

light under the Input Selector will flash three times before going dark to confirm the entry.

at the same

b. If the product to be programmed does NOT

turn off,continue to enter the three-digit code numbers until the equipment turns off.At this point, the correct code has been entered. Press the Input Selector

again and note that

the red light under the Input Selector will flash three times before going dark to confirm the entry.

5. If the Power function of the unit to be programmed cannot be remoted, follow these steps (max. 20 seconds after step 3 above,or else step 3 must be repeated first):

a. Enter the first three-digit code number using

the Numeric buttons

Input Selector

and press the

again. Press the remote

button of any transport function remotable with the unit, e.g.Pause or Play

ﬂ

.If the unit being programmed starts that function, the correct code has been entered.

b. If the unit does not start the function whose

button was pressed, repeat steps 3 and 5a above with the next three-digit code number listed in the setup code table for that brand and product type, until the unit reacts properly on the transport function transmitted.

6. Try all of the functions on the remote to make certain that the product operates properly.Keep in mind that many manufacturers use a number of different combinations of codes, so it is a good idea to make certain that not only does the Power control work, but that the volume, channel and transport controls work as they should. If functions do not work properly, you may need to use a different remote code.

7. If the unit does not react to any code entered, if the code for your product does not appear in the tables in this manual, or if not all functions operate properly, try programming the remote with the Auto Search Method.

Note on Using the AVR 3000 remote with a Harman Kardon CD Recorder.

As shipped from the factory the remote is programmed for controlling Harman Kardon CD players. But it is able to control most functions of the CD Recorder CDR2 and CDR20 (see function list on page 40) too after the code ”002” is entered to the CD Selector button

as described above. For returning to the CD player control commands the code ”001” must be entered.

Auto-Search Method

If the unit you wish to include in the AVR 3000’s remote is not listed in the code tables in this manual or if the code does not seem to operate properly, you may wish to program the correct code using the Auto Search method that follows. Note that the Auto Search method works only

with units whose Power functions can be remoted:

1. Turn on the product that you wish to include in the AVR 3000 remote.

2. Press and hold both the Input Selector

for the type of product to be entered (e.g.,VCR, TV) and the Mute button time.When the Program/SPL Indicator



at the same

turns amber and begins flashing, release the buttons. It is important that you begin the next step within 20 seconds.

3. To find out if the code for your unit is pre-programmed, point the AVR 3000 remote towards the unit to be programmed, and press and hold

⁄

the

buttonD.This will send out a series of

codes from the remote’s built-in data base, with each flash of the red light under the Input

Selector

indicating that a code has been sent.When the device to be programmed turns off,immediately release the

⁄

buttonD. Note that it may take one minute or more until the right code is found and the unit turns off.

4. When the

⁄

button was not released in time after the unit turned off,the proper code will be ”overrun”. That’s why a function test should be made: Turn the unit on again and,while the

Input Selector

still lights red, press the

⁄

buttonDonce, than the ¤button Donce too.When the unit turns off, the right code was found, when not, the code was ”overrun”. To refind the correct, while the Input Selector still lights red, press (not hold pressed) the

button Drepeatedly to step backwards through the codes available and observe the reaction of the unit at each press.As soon as the unit turns off the correct code is found.

5. Press the Input Selector

again, and note that the red light will flash three times before going dark to confirm the entry.

6. Try all of the functions on the remote to make certain that the product operates. Keep in mind that many manufacturers use a number of different combinations of codes, and it is a good idea to make certain that not only the Power control works, but the volume, channel and transport controls, as appropriate. If all functions do not work properly, you may need to Auto-Search for a different code, or enter a code via the Direct Code Entry method.

36 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

Programming the Remote

Macro Programming

Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently used combinations of commands with the press of a single button on the AVR 3000’s remote control. Once programmed,a macro will send out up to 19 different remote codes in a pre-determined sequential order enabling you to automate the process of turning on your system, changing devices, or other common tasks. The AVR’s remote can store up to five separate macro command sequences, one that is associated with the Power On button by pressing the Macro buttons

1. Press the Mute button button button est selected Input Selector will light red, and the Program/SPL Indicator amber.

2. Enter the steps for the macro sequence by pressing the button for the actual command step. Although the macro may contain up to 19 steps, each button press, including those used to change devices, counts as a step. The

Program/SPL Indicator

confirm each button press as you enter commands.

NOTE: While entering commands for Power On of any device during a macro sequence, press the Mute button Power ON button.

, and four more that are accessed



and the Macro

to be programmed or the Power-On

at the same time. Note that the lat-

will flash

will flash green to



. DO NOT press the actual

• Remember to press the appropriate Input Selector button changed to another device.This is also needed for the AVR Selector button as it’s not lit red and AVR functions shall be programmed.

3. When all the steps have been entered, press the Sleep button The red light under the Input Selector will blink and then turn off.

Example: To program the Macro 1 so that it turns on the AVR 3000, TV and a SatReceiver, follow these steps:

• Press the Macro 1 button buttons at the same time and then release them.

• Note that the Program/SPL Indicator will flash amber.

• Press the AVR Selector

• Press the Mute power on command.

• Press the VID 2 Input Selector button indicate the next command is for “TV Power On.”

• Press the Mute Power On Command.

before functions are

to enter the commands.

and Mute



button to store the AVR’s



button to store the TV

itself,as long

button



• Press the VID 3 Input Selector button to indicate the next command is for “Sat-Receiver Power On.”

• Press the Mute Receiver Power On command.

• Press the Sleep/Channel Up button complete the process and store the macro sequence.

After following these steps, each time you press the Macro 1 button all Power On commands.

Erasing Macro Commands

To remove the commands that have been programmed into one of the Macro buttons, follow these steps:

1. Press the Mute button button

wish to erase.

2. Note that the Program/SPL Indicator

will flash amber, and the LED under the AVR

Selector

3. Within ten seconds, press the Surround Mode Selector/Channel Down button

4. The red LED under the AVR Selector will go out, and the Program/SPL Indicator turn green and flash three times before it goes out.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator out, the Macro has been erased.



button to store the Sat-

, the remote will send



and the Macro

that contains the commands you

will turn red.

will

goes

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 37

Programming the Remote

Programmed Device Functions

Once the AVR 3000’s remote has been programmed for the codes of other devices,press the appropriate Input Selector remote from control over the AVR 3000 to the additional product.When you press any of these buttons, it will briefly flash in red to indicate that you have changed the device being controlled.

When operating a device other than the AVR 3000, the controls may not correspond exactly to the function printed on the remote or button. Some commands, such as the volume control,are the same as they are with the AVR 3000. Other buttons will change their function so that they correspond to a secondary label on the remote. For example,the Sleep and Surround mode selector buttons also function as the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons when operating most TV sets,VCRs or Sat-Receivers.

For some products,however, the function of a particular button does not follow the command printed on the remote. In order to see which function a button controls, consult the Function List tables printed on page 40. To use those tables, first check the type of device being controlled (e.g.,TV,VCR). Next, look at the remote control diagram or page 40. Note that each button has a number on it.

To find out what function a particular button has for a specific device, find the button number on the Function List and then look in the column for the device you are controlling. For example, button number 53 is the Macro 2 button for the AVR 3000, but it is the “Favorite”button for many cable television boxes and satellite receivers. Button number 31 is the Delay button for the AVR 3000, but the Open/Close button for CD players.

Note that the numbers used to describe the button functions at the left for the purposes of describing how a button operates are a different set of numbers than those used in the rest of this manual to describe the button functions for the AVR 3000.

to change the

Notes on Using the AVR 3000 Remote With Other Devices.

• Manufacturers may use different code sets for the same product category. For that reason, it is important that you check to see if the code set you have entered operates as many controls as possible. If it appears that only a few functions operate, check to see if another code set will work with more buttons.

• Depending on the brand and product type used the functions listed in the Function List tables may not correspond with the function the unit reacts on the command. In these cases it’s a good idea to edit the reaction of the unit into the corresponding line of the table or to set up a separate list.

• When a button is pressed on the AVR 3000 remote, the red light under the Input Selector

for the product being operated should flash briefly. If the Device Control Selector flashes for some but not all buttons for a particular product, it does NOT indicate a problem with the remote, but rather that no function is programmed for the button being pushed.

• The remote was pre-programmed with codes for units of the latest generation, but some codes may differ from those needed for earlier units.

Volume Punch-Through

The AVR 3000’s remote may be programmed to operate the Volume Control

Mute



from either the TV or the AVR in conjunction with any of the six devices controlled by the remote. For example, since the AVR 3000 will likely be used as the sound system for TV viewing, you may wish to have the AVR’s volume activated although the remote is set to run the TV.

To program the remote for Volume PunchThrough, follow these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector wish to have associated with the volume control and the Mute button the red light illuminates under the Input Selector

and note that the Program/SPL Indicator

will flash amber.

2. Press the Volume Up button that.the Program/SPL Indicator flashing and stay amber.

3. Press either the AVR Selector

Input Selector

tem’s volume control you wish to have attached for the punch-through mode.The Program/SPL

Indicator

then go out to confirm the data entry. Example: To have the AVR’s volume control

activated even though the remote is set to control the TV, first press the Video/TV Input

Selector same time. Next,press the Volume Up button



, followed by the AVR Input Selector5.

NOTE: Should you wish to return the remote to

the original configuration after entering a Volume Punch-Through,you will need to repeat the steps shown above. However, press the Video/TV Input Selector in steps one and three.

, depending on which sys-

will blink green three times and

and the Mute button at the



and the

for the unit you



at the same time until



and note

will stop

or the

38 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

Programming the Remote

Channel Control Punch-Through

The AVR 3000’s remote may be programmed to operate so that the channel control function for either the TV, cable or satellite receiver used in your system may be used in conjunction with one of the other devices controlled by the remote. For example, while using and controlling the VCR, you may wish to change channels on a cable box or satellite receiver without having to change the device selected by the AVR 3000 or the remote. To program the remote for Channel Control Punch-Through, follow these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector button device you wish to have the channel control associated with and the Mute button same time until the red light illuminates under the

Input Selector Indicator

2. Press the Volume Down button Program/SPL Indicator

and stay amber.

3. Press and release the AVR Selector button used to change the channels.The Program/SPL

Indicator

then go out to confirm the data entry. Example: To control the channels using your TV

while the remote is set to control the VCR,first press the VID 1/VCR Input Selector button and the Mute button at the same time. Next, release them and press the Volume Down button



Selector button NOTE:To remove the Channel Control Punch-

Through and return the remote to its original configuration, repeat the steps shown in the example above. However, press the VID 1/VCR Input Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

and the Program/SPL

flashes amber.

for the device that will be

will blink green three times and

, followed by the VID 2/TV Input

for the



at the



.The

will stop flashing

or Input

Transport Control Punch-Through

The AVR 3000’s remote may be programmed to operate so that the Transport Control Functions x (Play, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind,Pause and Record) for a VCR,DVD or CD will operate in conjunction with one of the other devices controlled by the remote. For example, while using and controlling the TV, you may wish to start or stop your VCR or DVD without having to change the device selected by the AVR 3000 or the remote. To program the remote for Transport Control PunchThrough, follow these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector you wish to have the channel control associated with and the Mute button until the red light illuminates, under the Input

Selector

2. Press the Play button x.The Program/SPL Indicator

3. Press and release the AVR Selector button used to change the channels.The Program/SPL Indicator

then go out to confirm the data entry. Example: To control the transport of a CD player

while the remote is set to control the TV, press the

VID 2/TV Input Selector button Mute button

them and press the Play button x, followed by the CD Input Selector button

NOTE:To remove the Channel Control PunchThrough and return the remote to its original configuration, repeat the steps shown in the example above. However, press the VID 2/TV Input

Selector in Steps 1 and 3. NOTE: Before programming the remote for

Volume,Channel or Transport Punch-Through, make certain that any programming needed for the specific TV, CD, DVD, Cable or Satellite Receivers has been completed.

and the Program/ SPL Indicator

flashes amber.

will stop flashing and stay amber.

will blink green three times and



at the same time. Next,release

for the device



at the same time

or Input

for the device that will be

and the

Resetting the Remote Memory

As you add components to your home-theater system, occasionally you may wish to totally reprogram the remote control without the confusion of any commands, macros or ”Punch-Through“ programming that you may have done.To do this, it is possible to reset the remote to the original factory defaults and command codes by following these steps. Note, however, that once the remote is reset, all commands or codes that you have entered will be erased and will need to be reentered:

1. Press any of the Input Selector buttons and the ”O“ button Hat the same time until the Program/SPL Indicator amber.

2. Press the ”3“ button

3.The red LED under the Input Selector go out and the Program/SPL Indicator stop flashing and turn green.

4.The Program/SPL Indicator green until the remote is reset. Note that this may take a while,depending on how many commands are in the memory and need to be erased.

5.When the Program/SPL Indicator out, the remote has been reset to the factory settings.

three times.

begins to flash

will

will remain

goes

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 39

Function List

3000

No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CDR

1 Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off 2 Power On Power On Power On Power On 3 Mute Mute 4 AVR AVR Select 5 DVD DVD Input Select DVD Select 6 CD CD Input Select CD Select 7 Tape Tape Input Select 8 VID 1 Video 1 Select

9 VID 2 Video 2 Select 10 VID 3 Video 3 Select 11 VID 4 Video 4 Select 12 AM/FM Tuner Select 13 6 Ch. Select 6 Ch Input Select 14 SPL SPL 15 Sleep Sleep 16 Test Test Tone -/Input Select 17 TV TV/DVD -/CDP Select 18 Volume Up Volume Up Volume Up 19 Surround Select 20 Night Night Mode Select Subtitle on/off 21 Spare 22 Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down 23 Channel/Guide Channel Trim Title

⁄

24 25 Speaker/Menu Speaker Adjust Menu Intro/26

ﬁ

27 Set Set Enter 28

ﬂ

29 Digital/Exit

30 31 Delay/Prev. Ch. Delay Adjust Return Open/Close 32 1 111 33 2 222 34 3 333 35 4 444 36 5 555 37 6 666 38 7 777 39 8 888 40 Tun-M Tuner Mode Chapter Repeat 41 9 999 42 0 000 43 Memory Memory Audio Time/CDR Display 44 Tune Up Tune Up 45 Direct Direct Tuner Entry Angle Random 46 Clear Clear Clear Clear 47 Preset Up Preset Tune Up Slow Forward +10/48 Tune Down Tune Down -/ 49 OSD OSD 50 RDS Disc Skip Disc Skip 51 Preset Down 52 M1 53 M2 54 M3 55 M4 56 Rewind R. Search R. Search 57 Play Play Play 58 Fast Forward F. Search F.Search 59 Record -/Record 60 Stop Stop Stop 61 Pause Pause Pause 62 Skip Down Skip – Skip – 63 Skip Up Skip + Skip +

Surround Mode Select

Move/Adjust Up Up

Move/Adjust Left Left

Move/Adjust Right Right Digital Input Select Move/Adjust Down

Preset Tune Down

Open/Close Down

Slow Rev

-/CDR Select

Track Increment

40 FUNCTION LIST

Function List

No. Button Name Tape VCR (VID 1) TV (VID 2) CBL (VID 3) SAT(VID 3)

1 Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off 2 Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On 3 Mute Mute 4 AVR 5 DVD 6 CD 7 Tape Tape Select 8 VID 1 VCR Select

9 VID 2 TV Select 10 VID 3 VID 3 Select 11 VID 4 12 AM/FM 13 6 Ch. Select 14 SPL 15 Sleep Channel + Channel + Channel + Channel + 16 Test 17 TV TV/VCR TV/VCR TV/Cable TV/Sat 18 Volume Up Volume Up Volume Up 19 Surround Select Channel – Channel – Channel – 20 Night 21 Spare 22 Volume Down Volume Down 23 Channel/Guide Info/Guide Info/Guide 24 25 Speaker/Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu 26 27 Set Enter Enter Enter Enter 28 29 Digital/Exit Exit Exit Exit Exit 30 31 Delay/Prev. Ch. Prev Channel Prev Channel Prev Channel 32 1 1111 33 2 2222 34 3 3333 35 4 4444 36 5 5555 37 6 6666 38 7 7777 39 8 8888 40 Tun-M 41 9 9999 42 0 0000 43 Memory 44 Tune Up 45 Direct 46 Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear 47 Preset Up 48 Tune Down 49 OSD OSD OSD OSD OSD 50 RDS 51 Preset Down 52 M1 Cancel Sleep PPV Cancel 53 M2 Fav Fav 54 M3 Bypass Next 55 M4 Music Alt 56 Rewind Rewind Rewind Day – Say – 57 Play Play Play 58 Fast Forward Fast Fwd Fast Fwd Day + Day + 59 Record Record/Rec.Pause Record 60 Stop Stop Stop 61 Pause Pause 62 Skip Down Scan – Page – Page – 63 Skip Up Scan + Page + Page +

⁄

ﬁ

ﬂ

Up Up Up Up

Left Left Left Left

Right Right Right Right

Down Down Down Down

FUNCTION LIST 41

Setup Code Table: TV

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List

AIWA 110 AKAI 011 020 022 042 053 056 089 093 ALBA 020 040 ARC EN CIEL 017 019 024 056 059 ARCAM 017 BANG & OLUFSEN 088 BEKO 022 BLAUPUNKT 011 075 076 077 BRANDT ELECTRONIQUE 017 019 024 056 059 BRION VEGA 023 088 BRUNS 023 088 BUSH 010 020 040 043 092 BUSH(UK) 044 CGE 105 DAEWOO 022 DECCA(UK) 038 DUMONT 023 088 096 DUMONT-FINLUX 012 044 DYNATRON 020 022 ELBE 095 105 EMERSON 023 088 FERGUSON 001 024 047 062 075 076 077 099 FIDELITY(UK) 099 FINLANDIA 018 FINLUX 012 044 088 096 GEC(UK) 061 GOLDSTAR 022 GOODMANS 010 022 043 GORENJE 124 GRANADA 010 018 022 029 033 104 GRANADA(UK) 043 GRUNDIG 011 075 076 077 096 HANSEATIC 010 020 022 043 HIFIVOX 017 019 024 056 059 080 HITACHI 010 012 015 018 024 026 035 043 055 056 058 059 061

066 069 080 082 085 093 094 101 IMPERIAL 105 INTERFUNK 020 022 023 024 033 056 088 104 INTERVISION 111 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 121 ITT 040 046 092 100 ITT-NOKIA 040 058 092 100 JVC 010 043 047 053 056 092 KARCHER 012 068 KATHREIN 124 KORTING 023 088 LOEWE 027 LOEWE OPTA 020 022 023 088 LUXOR 058 MAGNADYNE 023 088 MARANTZ 022 MARELLI 088 METZ 011 023 075 076 077 088 MINERVA 011 075 076 077 096 MITSUBISHI 007 010 011 013 020 022 023 029 124 038 039 043 046

050 057 075 076 077 079 082 089 090 091 092 NATIONAL 018

42 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: TV (continued)

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List

NEC 010 043 NECKERMANN 023 078 088 102 NOKIA 040 046 092 100 NORDMENDE 009 017 019 024 053 056 059 069 080 093 094 ORION 038 040 091 OTTO VERSAND 010 020 022 043 075 076 077 078 092 102 PANASONIC 018 085 PATHE' MARCONI 017 019 024 056 059 PHILCO 023 088 105 PHILIPS 008 014 020 022 023 025 027 032 033 046 047 048 054 060 061 067 068 070 071

078 084 086 088 095 097 099 100 104 107 108 PHOENIX 088 PIONEER 020 022 024 056 069 PROLINE 020 PROTECH 022 QUELLE 011 012 020 022 038 044 075 076 077 096 RADIOLA 022 023 025 033 047 048 060 078 097 RADIOMARELLI 022 023 029 082 088 RBM(UK) 044 REDIFFUSION 029 082 REX 022 025 RFT 122 123 124 125 126 127 RTF 023 SABA 009 017 019 023 024 056 059 069 080 088 093 094 SALORA 018 058 SAMSUNG 022 068 SANYO 010 012 023 038 043 091 092 SBR 022 033 046 047 061 084 086 SCHNEIDER 022 023 025 033 047 048 060 078 086 097 SELECO 022 025 105 SHARP 010 043 SIEMENS 010 011 015 075 076 077 SINGER 023 088 105 SONY 006 010 016 038 043 062 064 065 091 102 103 106 SOUND WAVE 020 STERN 022 025 TANDBERG 023 056 080 TELEFUNKEN 024 056 059 069 TENSAI 022 THOMSON 003 005 009 017 019 024 040 044 053 056 059 069 072 074 080 082 093 094 THORN 047 099 THORN-FERGUSON 024 047 099 102 103 TOSHIBA 001 010 037 042 043 044 063 092 096 105 TRISTAR 099 TRIUMPH 044 UHER 044 ULTRAVOX 023 088 UNIVERSUM 012 075 076 077 102 VOXSON 023 088 WATSON 075 076 077 WEGA 010 043 088 WEGA COLOR 023 WELTBLICK 022 WESTINGHOUSE 022 ZANUSSI 022 025

SETUP CODES 43

Setup Code Table: VCR

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List

AIWA 039 044 055 073 112 116 121 148 152 AKAI 044 053 090 092 103 149 150 155 AKURA 112 ALBA 061 073 121 144 AMSTRAD 039 107 148 ANITECH 155 ARC EN CIEL 044 045 090 ARISTONA 049 091 109 ASTRA 148 ASTRO SOUND 155 ATLANTIC 155 AUDIOSONIC 165 166 BANG & OLUFSEN 044 155 BAUR 054 155 156 157 158 BLAUPUNKT 091 098 107 109 129 137 147 BRANDT ELECTRONIQUE 044 045 090 BRAUN 147 BUSH 061 073 121 144 CANON 147 CONDOR 155 CROWN 009 061 144 CROWN/ONWA 148 DAEWOO 009 061 063 064 068 069 144 155 DECCA 039 044 048 148 155 DECCA(UK) 054 DEGRAAF 015 018 039 049 054 148 DUAL 044 090 148 155 DUMONT 015 039 054 148 155 DYNATECH 039 148 ELBE 036 148 ELTA 148 EMERSON 011 032 039 060 062 073 127 148 155 FERGUSON 001 005 044 083 085 090 094 100 104 108 122 130 131 135 138 FINLADIA 015 054 FINLUX 015 018 019 039 044 049 053 054 103 107 143 146 147 148 149 FISHER 015 019 032 FUJITSU 148 FUNAI 039 148 GARANADA(UK) 107 GBC(UK) 054 GOLDSTAR 036 055 148 155 GOODMANS 039 042 050 054 055 061 073 144 148 155 GRAETZ 044 045 090 GRANADA 015 019 049 109 147 149 155 GRANADA(UK) 018 054 GRUNDIG 054 091 098 109 143 HANSEATIC 054 155 HARMAN/KARDON 036 HIFIVOX 044 045 090 HITACHI 018 025 039 044 074 087 090 138 149 IMPERIAL 039 042 096 148 155 INTERFUNK 054 155 INTERVISION 148 155 ITT 015 019 042 044 090 103 ITT-NOKIA 015 019 042 044 045 090 103 149 150 155

44 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: VCR (continued)

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List

JENSEN 044 JVC 044 045 047 085 090 112 135 KARCHER 042 054 155 KENDO 103 KENWOOD 019 044 047 112 KOERTING 155 KUBA 147 148 LLOYD 039 148 LOEWE 065 LOEWE OPTA 054 082 091 109 155 MAGNAVOX 060 062 MARANTZ 036 050 054 073 091 109 MEMOREX 015 019 039 049 055 148 METZ 091 098 109 MINERVA 098 109 MITSUBISHI 047 053 054 076 098 123 154 155 MULTITECH 039 054 098 144 148 155 NATIONAL 107 NEC 036 044 047 090 NECKERMANN 011 019 042 044 054 090 109 127 155 156 157 158 NESCO 148 NOKIA 015 019 042 044 045 090 103 NORDMENDE 039 044 045 047 090 OPTONICA 049 050 ORION 011 032 073 127 148 155 OSAKI 039 055 148 155 OTTO VERSAND 054 098 147 155 156 157 158 PALLADIUM 148 PANASONIC 017 071 088 089 107 129 137 147 148 PATHE' MARCONI 044 045 090 PHILIPS 006 041 043 046 049 050 054 065 079 082 091 109 145 146 155 PIONEER 047 054 113 145 PROLINE 039 148 QUELLE 011 042 044 048 054 055 098 107 109 127 RADIOLA 049 091 109 RCA 060 062 REALISTIC 015 019 039 042 049 050 147 148 REX 044 045 090 ROADSTAR 042 055 148 SABA 009 044 045 047 090 SALORA 019 053 SAMSUNG 009 042 054 056 057 060 062 066 067 092 096 150 155 SANSUI 044 047 SANYO 015 019 073 149 SBR 054 079 082 SCHAUB LORENZ 044 045 090 SCHNEIDER 039 042 049 054 091 096 109 148 155 SEG 042 096 148 SELECO 044 045 090 155 SHARP 049 050 058 075 148 SIEMENS 019 091 098 109 SINGER 155 SONY 039 048 051 052 077 081 156 157 158 SUNSTAR 039 148 SUPERTEC 148 155 SYLVANIA 039 053 148

SETUP CODES 45

Setup Code Table: VCR (continued)

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List

TANDBERG 032 127 TEAC 039 044 148 TEC 148 155 TECHNICS 107 147 TELEFUNKEN 044 045 090 TELERENT 147 148 TENSAI 148 155 THOMSON 044 045 047 090 THORN 044 085 090 135 THORN-FERGUSON 044 083 085 090 094 100 104 108 130 131 135 149 155 156 157 158 TOSHIBA 009 044 045 053 080 090 153 155 TRANSONIC 155 UHER 042 044 096 ULTRAVOX 155 UNITECH 042 UNIVERSUM 147 148 149 155 156 157 158 WATSON 155 WELTBLICK 155 YAMAHA 036 044 YOKO 042 098 148 155 ZANUSSI 044 045 090 ZENDER 090

Setup Code Table: CBL

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List

BT CABLE 007 CABLETIME 008 011 012 016 CLYDE CABLE VISION 017 DECSAT CANAL 010 FILMNET 018 019 020 FRANCE TELECOM 013 021 GEC 017 JERROLD 001 022 PHILIPS 023 PIONEER 002 SAMSUNG 002 024 SATBOX 004 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 005 006 025 026 TELESERVICE 011 TUDI 027 UNITED CABLE 001 VISIOPASS 009 WESTMINSTER CABLE 007

46 INTRODUCTION

Setup Code Table: CD

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 Digit) List

AIWA 072 111 118 156 170 ARCAM 217 221 AKAI 050 177 184 AUDIOMECA 127 221 BSR 044 CALIFORNIA AUDIO 015 109 CAPETRONIC 070 CROWN 042 DENON 187 188 213 FISHER 055 068 FUNAI 126 GOLDSTAR 016 087 GRUNDIG 217 221 225 226 227 228 HAITAI 099 214 HARMAN KARDON 001 002 025 054 190 218 219 HITACHI 093 JVC 176 195 196 KENWOOD 030 062 078 079 148 151 176 178 181 KYOCERA 012 LINN 217 221 LUXMAN 077 102 MAGNAVOX 039 113 MARANTZ 058 084 191 192 193 MBL 184 062 MCINTOSH 194 MITSUBISHI 032 MERIDIAN 217 221 MITSUMI 152 NAD 013 074 197 198 NAKAMICHI 199 200 201 229 NAIM 217 221 NEC 069 ONKYO 037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203 PANASONIC 015 075 109 119 158 183 204 PHILIPS 039 138 149 209 PIONEER 071 094 100 112 123 131 161 162 215 PRIMARE 059 PROTON 210 REALISTIC 058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166 REVOX 127 221 SAMSUNG 028 SANSUI 047 081 157 172 SANYO 033 068 082 095 168 SHARP 058 105 114 151 159 167 180 181 SHERWOOD 003 041 058 105 133 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 240 241 242 243 SIGNATURE 040 SONY 212 103 115 116 118 132 139 163 205 206 207 208 217 T&A 218 222 TEAC 011 058 085 086 106 107 110 121 137 146 154 TECHNICS 244 245 246 247 248 249 250 THETA DIGITAL 039 THOMSON 217 252 THORENS 217 221 TOSHIBA 013 074 097 151 155 173 UNIVERSUM(QUELLE) 217 219 220 221 223 224 YAMAHA 019 031 053 061 135 169

INTRODUCTION 47

Setup Code Table: SAT

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List

AIWA 441 AKAI 333 ALBA 301 411 AMSTRAD 432 ANKARO 421 ASTRO 476 477 478 479 480 481 482 483 BLAUPUNKT 338 390 BUSH 348 406 BUSH(UK) 353 ECHOSTAR 347 FERGUSON 345 348 352 353 363 364 367 406 411 424 FINLUX 309 310 FTE 380 FUBA 314 347 421 GOODMANS 411 GRUNDIG 338 353 367 390 HITACHI 406 411 ITT 367 ITT-NOKIA 367 KATHREIN 301 333 380 390 KOSMOS 380 LOEWE 475 LEMON 474 LORENZEN 461 462 463 464 465 MARANTZ 333 MASPRO 353 406 METZ 390 MINERVA 390 MITSUBISHI 390 MULTISTAR 380 NEC 330 336 346 373 NOKIA 367 NORSAT 346 OTTO VERSAND 390 PACE 348 353 363 364 367 424 PACE MSS SERIES 367 PANASONIC 331 424 PHILIPS 319 332 333 353 421 424 QUADRAL 466 467 468 469 470 471 472 473 QUELLE 390 RADIOLA 353 RADIX 347 SAMSUNG 380 427 432 SAT 427 SCHNEIDER 353 SIEMENS 338 390 SKY MASTER 433 SKYLAB 421 TECHNISAT 328 347 TELECOM 341 TELEFUNKEN 383 THORN-FERGUSON 323 345 348 352 353 363 364 367 VORTEC 432 442 WISI 304 322 326 327 347 427 ZEHNDER 380 427 ZENITH 344

48 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: DVD

Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 Digit) List

CALIFORNIA AUDIO 040 DENON 002 019 022 034 GE 003 004 GOLDSTAR (LG) 005 HARMAN KARDON 001 032 JVC 006 KENWOOD 007 MAGNAVOX 009 033 MARANTZ 033 MITSUBISHI 023 036 NAD 010 ONKYO 015 PANASONIC 024 025 034 035 PHILIPS 033 PIONEER 012 020 038 041 RUNCO 027 SAMSUNG 031 SANYO 013 SHARP 021 028 SONY 029 TECHNICS 026 THOMSON 003 004 042 TOSHIBA 033 YAMAHA 016 017 030

SETUP CODES 49

Troubleshooting Guide

SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION

Unit does not function when Main • No AC Power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged Power Switch is pushed into a live outlet

• Check to see if outlet is switch controlled

Display lights, but no sound • Intermittent input connections • Make certain that all input and speaker or picture connections are secure

• Mute is on • Press Mute button

• Volume control is down • Turn up volume control

Sound is heard, but Front-Panel • Display brightness is turned off • Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section Display does not light on page 34 so that the display is set to VFD FULL

No sound from any speaker; • Amplifier is in protection mode • Check speaker-wire connections for shorts at receiver light around power switch is red due to possible short and speaker ends

• Amplifier is in protection mode • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot due to internal problems

No sound from surround or • Incorrect surround mode • Select a mode other than Stereo center speakers • Incorrect configuration • Check speaker mode

• Stereo or Mono program material • With (analog or digital) Dolby surround modes, the surround

decoder may not create rear-channel information from nonencoded programs

• Speakers not properly connected • Check speaker-wire connections or use test tone

to verify connections (see page 23)

Unit does not respond to • Weak batteries in remote • Change remote batteries remote commands • Wrong device selected • Press the AVR selector

• Remote sensor is obscured • Make certain front-panel sensor is visible to remote or

connect remote sensor

Intermittent buzzing in tuner • Local interference • Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent lights,

motors or other electrical appliances

Letters flash in the Channel Indicator • Digital audio feed paused • Resume play for DVD Display and Digital Audio stops • Check that Digital Signal is fed to the Digital Input selected

Processor Reset

In the rare case where the unit’s operation or the displays seem abnormal, the cause may involve the erratic operation of the system’s memory or microprocessor.

To correct this problem, first unplug the unit from the AC wall outlet and wait at least three minutes. After the pause,reconnect the AC power cord and check the unit’s operation.If the system still malfunctions, a system reset may clear the problem.

To clear the AVR 3000’s entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in Standby by pressing the System

Power Control button Tone Mode

taneously.

The unit will turn on automatically and display the RESET message in the Main

Information Display

have cleared the memory in this manner, it is necessary to re-establish all system configuration settings and tuner presets.

. Next, press the

and the RDS@buttons simul-

. Note that once you

NOTE: Resetting the processor will erase any configuration settings you have made for speakers, output levels, surround modes, digital input assignments as well as the tuner presets.After a reset the unit will be returned to the factory presets, and all settings for these items must be reentered.

If the system is still operating incorrectly,there may have been an electronic discharge or severe AC line interference that has corrupted the memory or microprocessor.

If these steps do not solve the problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service depot.

50 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Technical Specifications

Audio Section

Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC)

50 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: 40 Watts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Center channel: 40 Watts, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Surround channels: 40 Watts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High Level) 200mV/47kohms Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A) 95dB Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Analog Decoding 40dB

(Pro Logic, etc.)

Dolby Digital (AC-3) 55dB

DTS 55dB

Frequency Response

@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB) 10Hz– 100kHz High Instantaneous

Current Capability (HCC) ±25 Amps Transient Intermodulation

Distortion (TIM) Unmeasurable Rise Time 16 µsec Slew Rate 40V/µsec**

FM Tuner Section

Frequency Range 87.5–108MHz Usable Sensitivity IHF 1.3 µV/13.2dBf Signal-to-Noise Ratio Mono/Stereo: 70/65dB (DIN) Distortion Mono/Stereo: 0.15/0.3% Stereo Separation 35dB @ 1kHz Selectivity ±300kHz: 65dB Image Rejection 80dB IF Rejection 90dB

AM Tuner Section

Frequency Range 520–1611kHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio 45dB Usable Sensitivity Loop: 500µV Distortion 1kHz, 50% Mod: 0.8% Selectivity ±9kHz: 30dB

Video Section

Video Format PAL/NTSC Input Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms Video Frequency Response 10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)

General

Power Requirement AC 220-240V/ 50Hz Power Consumption 72W idle, 470W maximum

Dimensions (Max)

Width 440mm Height 167mm Depth 435mm Weight 14.0 kg

Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections. Height measurement includes feet and chassis. All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the digital revolution is a trademark, of Harman International Industries, Inc.

is a trademark of Harman International Industries,Inc.

(Patent No.5,386,478). *Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

†

DTS and DTS Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

††

UltraStereo is a trademark of UltraStereo Corp.

VMAx is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is an implementation of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license.

Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Lexicon, Inc.

Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus Logic Corp.

**Without input anti slewing and output isolation networks.

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