Harman kardon AVR 3500 User Manual

AVR 3500 Audio/ VideoReceiver

OWNER’S MANUAL

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2 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 AC Power Connections 17 Speaker Selection and Placement 18 System Configuration 18 First Turn On and Use of the OSD 18 Settings to be Made

With Each Input Used

19 Input Setup 19 Speaker Setup 20 Surround Setup 21 Adjustments for Other Inputs 21 Making Settings independent of

selected Input

21 Delay Settings 22 Night Mode Settings 22 Output Level Adjustment 22 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 28 Selecting a Digital Source 28 Digital Status Indicators 29 Night Mode 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 52 Troubleshooting Guide 52 Processor Reset 53 Technical Specifications

Table of Contents

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

– (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

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

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INTRODUCTION 3

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!

With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 3500 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The AVR 3500 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 3500 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 3500 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed connections, programmable remote control, and on-screen menus make the AVR 3500 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 3500 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 3500 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 the latest Dolby ProLogic

II decoding technology, Dolby 3 Stereo, 5 Ch Stereo and custom Hall and Theater modes, only Harman Kardon receivers offer Logic 7

to create a wider, more enveloping field envi-

ronment and more defined fly-overs and pans.

Finally, the AVR 3500 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

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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 3500 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 3500 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 3500 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, and a six-channel input make the AVR 3500 virtually future-proof, with everything needed to accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right on board.

The AVR 3500’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 3500 is one of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon within its price range.

■ Onboard Dolby Digital and DTS Decoding Using Crystal

Chip

Technology

■ Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 and VMAx Modes

■ Dolby Laboratory's latest ProLogic II decoding technology.

■ 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 for use with

SACD or DVD-Audio players, other products with internal surround decoders or external surround decoders.

■ Remote with Internal Codes Capability

4 SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 3500 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.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 5

Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the AVR 3500. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the orange LED

sur-

rounding the System Power Control

.This 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.

System Power Control: When the Main

Power Switch

is “ON,” press this button to turn on the AVR 3500; press it again to turn the unit off (to Standby). Note that the Power Indicator surrounding the switch

will turn

green when the unit is on.

Power Indicator: This LED will be illuminated in orange 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 3500’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 will automatically be turned off when the headphones are connected.

Selector Buttons: When you are establishing the AVR 3500’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

, the settings of the

Bass

and Treble*controls and of the

Balance control

will affect the output sig-

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

Information Display

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

Front Panel Controls

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Main Power Switch System Power Control Power Indicator Headphone Jack Selector Buttons Tone Mode Surround Mode Selector Tuning Tuner Band Selector Preset Stations Selector

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 Set Button

Input Indicators Delay Digital Input Selector Main Information Display Channel Select Button Speaker Select Button Test Tone Selector Surround Mode Indicators Remote Sensor Window

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6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Front Panel Controls

Surround Mode Selector: Press this button 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

will illuminate

in the Main Information Display

(see 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 button 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 3500’s tuner. (See page 32 for more information on RDS).

Digital Optical 3 Input: Connect the optical 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.

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

into the AVR 3500’s memory.The set button may also be used to change the display brightness. (See page 34.)

Input indicators: A green LED will light in front of the input that is currently being used as the source for the AVR 3500.

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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

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27-29 for more information on digital audio.)

Main Information Display: This display 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.

Remote Sensor Window:The sensor 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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FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 7

Front Panel Information Display

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Bitstream Indicators Optical Source Indicators DTS Mode Indicator Dolby Digital Indicator Coaxial Digital Input Indicators Dolby Pro Logic II Indicator Analog Input Indicator Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator

VMAx Mode Indicator DSP Mode Indicator Logic 7 Mode Indicators Tuned Indicator OSD Indicator Main Information Display Night Mode Indicator

Auto Indicator

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Preset Number/Sleep Timer Preset Indicator Sleep Indicator Memory Indicator Stereo Indicator RDS Indicator Traffic Program Indicator

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

DTS Mode Indicator: This indicator illuminates when the DTS mode is selected.

Dolby Digital Indicator: This indicator illuminates when Dolby Digital mode is selected.

Coaxial Digital Input Indicators: These indicators light to show when a Coaxial Digital Input has been selected.

Dolby Pro Logic II Indicator: This indicator lights when the Dolby Pro Logic II 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. Only ST(Stereo) will light when "Surround Off" has been selected. Then all Surround Modes are turned off and the unit will play in pure stereo mode.

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; VMAx N appears when the Near Field VMAx mode is selected. (See page 26 for a description of the VMAx Modes.)

DSP Mode Indicator: This indicator lights when any of the surround modes created by Digital Signal Processing, or DSP are in use. These modes include Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater and 5 Channel Stereo.

Logic 7 Mode Indicators: These indicators illuminate when the Logic 7 mode is in use. LOGIC 7C appears for the Cinema version of Logic 7, LOGIC 7M appears for the Music version of Logic 7. (See page 26 for a description of the Logic 7 Modes.)

Tuned Indicator: This indicator illuminates when a station is being received with sufficient signal strength to provide acceptable listening quality.

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.

N 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.

Night Mode Indicator: This indicator lights when the AVR 3500 is in the Night mode, which preserves the dynamic range of digital program material at low volume levels.

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

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 29 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.

8 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

Front Panel Information Display

Preset Indicator: This indicator lights when

the tuner is in use to show that the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer

is showing the station’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 3500 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.

W RDS Indicator:This indicator illuminates when the station tuned is transmitting RDS data.

X Traffic Program Indicator: This indicator illuminates if the RDS station tuned sometimes transmits traffic information (see page 32 for more information on RDS).

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 9

Rear Panel Connections

AC INPUT

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TAPE

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Tape Inputs Tape Outputs Video 1 Audio Inputs AM Antenna Video 1 Audio Outputs DVD Audio Inputs FM Antenna CD Inputs 6-Channel Direct Inputs Digital Audio Outputs Coaxial Digital Inputs Subwoofer Output

Video Monitor Outputs Front/Center Speaker Outputs Surround Speaker Outputs Switched AC Accessory Outlet Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet AC Power Cord DVD Video Inputs Video 1 Video Outputs Video 3 Video Inputs Video 2 Video Inputs Video 2 Video Outputs Video 1 Video Inputs

Optical Digital Inputs Video 3 Audio Inputs Video 2 Audio Inputs Video 2 Audio Outputs

Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR or other video source.

AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna supplied with the receiver to these terminals. If an external AM antenna is used, make connections to the AM and GND terminals in accordance with the instructions supplied with the antenna.

Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a VCR or any other Audio recorder.

DVD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to the analog audio jacks on a DVD or other video source.

FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor or an optional external FM antenna to this terminal.

CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the analog output of a compact disc player or CD changer.

6-Channel Direct Inputs: If an external digital audio decoder is used, connect the outputs of that decoder to these jacks.

Digital Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to the matching digital input connector on a digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

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.

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.

10 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Connections

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.

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 3500 to the red (+) terminals on the speaker and the black (–) terminals on the AVR 3500 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers. (See page 14 for more information on speaker polarity.)

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 3500 to the red (+) terminals on the speakers and the black (–) terminals on the AVR 3500 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers. See page 14 for more information on speaker polarity.

Switched AC Accessory Outlet: This outlet 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

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 3500 is on or off (in Standby), provided that the Main Power switch

is on.

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

Unswitched Outlet

and 50 W from the

Switched Outlet

AC Power Cord: Connect the AC plug to an unswitched AC wall output.

DVD Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to the composite or S-Video output jacks on a DVD player or other video source.

Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect these jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jack on a VCR.

Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks on any video source.

Video 2 Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks on a second VCR or other video source.

Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect these jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jacks on a second VCR.

Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks on a VCR or other video source.

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.

Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on any audio or video source.

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 3500, not both in parallel, otherwise the video may be disturbed or its performance be adversely effected.

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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 11

Remote Control Functions

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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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.

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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.

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12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Remote Control Functions

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 3500’s remote

may be programmed to control up to seven devices, including the AVR 3500. 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 3500’s remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR 3500 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 3500. (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

(except Tape).

IR Transmitter Window: Point this window towards the AVR 3500 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 3500 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 22 for more information on using EzSet).

Test Tone: Press this button to begin the sequence used to calibrate the AVR 3500’s output levels. (See page 22 for more information on calibrating the AVR 3500.)

Sleep Button: Press this button to place the unit in the Sleep mode.After the time shown in the display, the AVR 3500 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 3500’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 3500 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 3500’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

goes

out, pressing the Tuning buttons

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.)

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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

is illuminated, pressing 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 3500’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 3500, 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 3500’s tuner. (See page 32 for more information on RDS).

Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, press these buttons to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR 3500’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 3500’s preset memory.After pressing the button the MEMORY indicator

will flash; you then have five seconds 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 3500 when processing surround sound. After pressing this button, the delay times are entered by pressing the Set button

and

then using the

⁄/¤

buttons Dto change the 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 3500’s Bass Management System for use with the type of speakers used in your system. Once the button has been pressed, use the

⁄/¤

but-

tons

to select the channel you wish to set

up. Press the Set button

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



Spare Button: This button does not have any function for the operation of the AVR3500, 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 3500, 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.

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SPL Indicator Select: This button activates the AVR 3500’s EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 3500’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 22 for more information on EzSet.)



6-Ch. Direct Input: Press this button to

select the component connected to the 6-Ch.

Direct Input

as the source



Mute: Press this button to momentarily silence the AVR 3500 or TV set being controlled, depending on which device has been selected.

When the AVR 3500 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

14 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.

Important Note : In order to clearly identify all connectors and simplify nstallation, as per the new EIA/CEA-863 standard, all connections are colour coded as follows: For Speakers and Audio In/Outputs: White (Left, speakers front) and Red (Right, speakers front). For Speakers: Green (Center), Blue (Left Surround) and Grey (Right Surround). For Audio Output: Purple (Subwoofer). For Composite Video In/Outputs: Yellow. For Digital Audio In/Outputs: Orange.

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

. Connect the analog Record/In jacks on the recorder to the Tape Output jacks

on the AVR 3500.

3. Connect the output of any digital sources to the appropriate input connections on the AVR 3500 front or rear panel. Note that the Optical and Coaxial digital inputs

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may be used with a Dolby Digital 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

on the rear panel of the AVR to the 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

. The FM antenna may 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.

7. Connect the front, center and surround speaker outputs

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 3500 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 3500.

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 connected 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

only rather than to the

Subwoofer Output

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 AVR3500 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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on the rear panel. The Audio and Video Record/In jacks on the VCR should be connected to the Video 1 or Video 2 Out jacks

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on the AVR 3500.

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

(if not in use) or Video 3

jacks.

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

4. Connect the Video Monitor Out

jacks on 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.

Installation and Connections

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 15

Installation and Connections

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 with 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 3500 (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-

Black

Yellow

Red

Figure 1:

SCART/Cinch-Adapter for

playback;

signal flow:

SCART → Cinch

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

Green

White

Figure 2:

SCART/Cinch-Adapter for

record and playback;

signal flow:

SCART ↔ Cinch

Black

Yellow

Red

Figure 3:

Cinch/SCART-Adapter for

playback;

signal flow:

Cinch → SCART

Rot

Schwarz

S-Video In

Figure 4:

SCART/S-Video Adapter

for playback;

signal flow:

SCART → Cinch

Schwarz

Rot

Blau

Gelb

S-Video In

S-Video Out

Figure 5:

SCART/S-Video Adapter

for record and playback;

signal flow:

SCART ↔ Cinch

Rot

Schwarz

S-Video Out

Figure 6:

SCART/S-Video Adapter

for playback;

signal flow:

Cinch → SCART

Black

Yellow

Red

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

Green

White

Black

Yellow

Red

Black

S-Video In

Red

Black

S-Video Out

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

S-Video In

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 3500 does not convert the Video signal to S-Video or vice versa. Thus both connections must be made from the AVR 3500 to the TV if both,Video and S-Video sources, are used, and the appropriate input on the TV must be selected.

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 4:3/16:9 format (with 16:9 TVs or 4:3 TVs with 16:9 capability) 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.

16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

Installation and Connections

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

50 watts.

The Switched

outlet will receive power only 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 turn to Standby mode only when they are used with switched outlets, and cannot be fully turned on using the outlet alone without a remote control command.

The Unswitched

outlet will receive power as long as the unit is plugged into a powered AC outlet and the Main Power Switch

is on.

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 3500!

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Installation and Connections

Speaker Selection

No matter which type or brand of speakers is used, the same model or brand of speaker should be used at least 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.

Right Front Speaker

Left Front

Speaker

No more than

60cm

Center Front Speaker

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

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.

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

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