Harman-Kardon AVR 430 User Manual

AVR 430

Power for the Digital Revolution

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AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

OWNER’S MANUAL

(Software Version II)

AVR 430 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front-Panel Controls

-Panel Connections

8 Rear 11 Main Remote Control Functions 15 Zone II Remote Control Functions 16 Installation and Connections 19 System Configuration 19 Speaker Selection and Placement 19 System Setup 20 Input Setup 21 Audio Setup 22 Surround Setup 23 Speaker Setup 26 Delay Settings 26 Output Level 27 Using EzSet 27 Manual Output Level Adjustment 30 Operation 30 Basic Operation 30 Source Selection 30 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input 30 Volume and Tone Control 31 Surround Mode Selection 31 Digital Audio Playback 32 Surround Mode Chart 34 Tuner Operation 35 Recording 35 Output Level Trim Adjustment 37 Advanced Features 37 Display Brightness 37 Turn-On Volume Level 37 Semi-OSD Settings 38 Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment 39 Multiroom Operation 39 Multiroom Setup 39 Multiroom Operation 41 Configuring the Remote 41 Preprogrammed Code Entry 42 Automatic Code Entr 42 Learning Commands 43 Changing Devices 44 Macro Programming 46 Punch-Through Configuration 47 EzSet Configuration 48 Renaming 49 Resetting the Remote

roubleshooting Guide

51 T 51 Processor Reset

echnical Specifications

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See trademark acknowledgements on page 52.

Adjustment

Typographical Conventions

In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, 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-screen or on the front-panel

mation display

infor EXAMPLE – (Synchro type) indicates a message that is displayed on the remote control’s LCD screen

1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control A – (letter in a square) indicates a front-panel control that is nor

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

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

– (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote

front-panel controls and rear-panel connections,

mally concealed behind the drop-down door

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

You for Choosing Harman Kardon

Thank

With the purchase of a Har

man Kardon AVR 430, you

are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. This manual covers Software Version II of the

VR 430. If this printed manual was packaged with

A your new receiver, then it has already been factoryupgraded to contain the latest programming for the AVR 430. Otherwise, please visit the product support section of our Web site at www.harmankardon.com for information on upgrading your receiver.

The AVR 430 has a wide range of features and options that accommodate virtually any combination of speakers, room size and program sources. It is as easy to operate as it is to set up, but in order to take maximum advantage of the many advanced technologies within your new

AVR, it is strongly recommended that you take a few minutes to read this owner’s manual.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, we recommend that you contact your dealer or installer, as they are your best source of local information. You may also access a wealth of information and assistance by visiting our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

Description and Features

The AVR 430 is designed to serve as the true hub of your home entertainment system, providing a variety of listening options.When playing movies or other programming from digital formats such as DVD or HDTV the AVR decodes Dolby* Digital, Dolby Digital EX,

and DTS-ES.®Two-channel stereo and matrix

DTS surround sources benefit from all the new Dolby Pro Logic* IIx technology and DTS Neo:6.

man Kardon exclusive in A/V receivers is the

Har latest version of Logic 7

to create a wider, more

enveloping sound field and more defined surround channel positioning regardless of the type of source material. Additional processing options include MP3 decoding when connected to a compatible computer

s primary use will be in multi-

VR 430’

Although the

A channel systems, advanced technology is at work even when only two speakers are used. Dolby Virtual Speaker and Harman International’s proprietary VMAx are both available to create enveloping sound fields from front left and right speakers, and the latest Dolby Headphone circuitr

y creates an amazing sense of openness with headphones.Two-channel listening with analog sources is available with full bass management

mode that creates a straight

or in a traditional

“bypass”

signal path from the gain stage to the volume control.

VR 430

the

Along with the many listening options

, offers numerous settings that let you custom tailor the system. A Quadruple Crossover bass management system configures each speaker group for a different crossover setting, while the assignable wide bandwidth component video inputs may be linked to any video

. To further enhance the viewing experience with

source digital video sources or advanced digital video dis plays, the AVR 430’s A/V Sync Delay feature allows you to compensate for the loss of lip sync common in many processing systems by delaying the audio signal independently for each input.

An advanced version of Harman Kardon’s patented EzSet remote completes the package, making it easier than ever to set system output levels and to program the remote to operate virtually any program source

The AVR 430’s multizone options and a standard Zone II remote control make it possible to listen to a separate source in one room while the main home theater uses a different source. Using the assignable rear surround channel amplifiers, you may create a basic remote listening zone without any additional equipment.

The unit’s Multiroom outputs may also be used to feed an optional, external power amplifier and volume control. For one-wire multiroom connectivity, the AVR 430 is A-BUS Ready,

requiring only a single Category 5/5e cable and an optional remote module to power remote speakers while controlling volume and enabling full control over the program source and compatible IR-controlled devices.

The AVR 430’s seven-channel amplifier is our timehonored high-current, ultrawide bandwidth design with the power to reproduce the loudest crescendos or cinema sound effects while remaining virtually free from distortion or system noise.

Combining state-of-the-art circuitry, digital technology and proven performance with an elegant design that is compatible with the latest source components and video displays, the AVR 430 represents the culmination of Harman Kardon’s fifty-year history of delivering the finest sonic performance.

or Canadian model

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade

of plug to wide slot,

fully insert.

Modèle pour les Canadien

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisee:

TTENTION:

Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

■ All popular digital and ma

luding Dolby* Digital, Dolby Digital EX,

inc Dolby Pro Logic* IIx, DTS, and Matrix, DTS Neo:6

■ Seven channels of high-current, ultrawide

trix surround modes,

DTS-ES®Discrete

and DTS 96/24

bandwidth amplification with the surround back channels assignable to either main room or remote room use

■

Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7®processing, along with a choice of either Dolby Virtual Speaker or VMAx

processing for use when

only two speakers are available

■ Dolby Headphone to create spacious, open

sound fields when using headphones

■ High-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible component

video inputs may be assigned to any video input

■ Full bass management, including Quadruple

Crossover and individual settings for each input

■ A/V Sync delay adjustable for each input

delivers perfect lip sync with digital programs or video displays

■ Front-panel digital audio and analog

audio/video jacks may be used as either inputs or outputs for connection to portable products or video game consoles

■ Extensive Multiroom options, including a

standard Zone II remote, assignable rearchannel amplifier channels and A-BUS Ready

capability for listening to a separate source in a remote zone

■ Easy-to-program remote with two-

line LCD display automatically sets output levels for optimal performance

INTRODUCTION 3

SAFETY INFORMATION

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 430 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service center with a cord meeting factory specifications.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code

charges ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting

grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna

structure discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode.

TV SYSTEM INST

TO CA

NOTE

is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and,

specifies that the cable ground shall be con

ticular nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

ALLER:

This reminder

in par-

tion Location

Installa

o ensure proper operation and to avoid the poten-

■ T tial 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. product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some circumstances, a fan may be required.

■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.

■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of

the unit, or place objects directly over them.

■ Due to the weight of the AVR 430 and the heat generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged by heat or heavy objects.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty,wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, after unplugging the unit from AC power, 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. may damage the finish of metal parts.Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Unit

Before moving the unit, interconnection cords with other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.

Important Information for the User

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against har ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions communication. However, there is no guarantee that

Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they

be certain to disconnect any

uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy

may cause har

mful interference to radio

If this

mful interfer

and,

mful interference will not occur in a particular instal-

har

If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-

lation. ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move, or should the unit ever need repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.

At this time you should remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.

4 SAFETY INFORMATION4 SAFETY INFORMATION

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com.

The following controls and indicators are available on the AVR 430’s front panel:

1 Standby/On Switch 2 Surround Mode Group Selector 3 Surround Mode Selector 4 Tuning Selector

uner Band Selector

5 T 6 Preset Station Selector

The following controls and jacks are located behind the front-panel door. To open the door, place the edge of a finger on the left or right edge of the panel and gently swing the door down towards you.

A Main Power Switch B Headphone Jack

one Mode Button

C T D Speaker Selector Button E Channel Adjust Selector

1 Standby/On Switch: When the Main Power

Switch

VR 430;

A the illumination surrounding the switch will turn blue when the unit is on.

2 Surround Mode Group Selector: Press this button to select the top-level group of surround modes. Each press of the button will select one of the sur round mode categories

is “ON,” press this button to turn on the

press it again to tur

n the unit off. Note that

Once the button is pressed so

7 Input Source Selector 8 Tuning Mode Selector 9 Front Panel Control Door ) Volume Control ! Input Indicators @ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

F Digital Input Selector G Delay H‹/› Buttons I Set Button J Optical 3 Digital Input

that the name of the desired surround mode category appears in the on-screen display and in the

Display Line Selector

available. For example, press this button to select Dolby modes, and then press the

3 to choose from the various mode options. 3 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button

to select from among the available surround mode

Adjust Selector

press the

3 to cycle through the individual modes

Surround Mode

Surround Mode Selector

Lower

# Upper Display Line $ Lower Display Line % Surround Mode Indicators ^ Remote Sensor Window

K Coaxial 3 Digital Jack L Video 4

options for the surround mode category selected. The specific modes will vary based on the number of speakers available whether the input source is digital or analog. For example, press the to select a category such as Dolby or Logic 7, and then press this button to see the specific mode choices that are available selection,

Audio/Video Jacks

the surround mode categor

Surround Mode Group Selector 2

. (For more information on mode

see page 31.)

y and

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 55

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

4 Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the button to tune lower the button to tune higher-frequency stations. When the tuner is in the each tap of the Selector will increase or decrease the frequency by one increment. a strong-enough signal for adequate reception,

MANUAL TUNED will appear in the Lower Display Line

the tuner is in the press the button once station with acceptable signal strength. When the next higher or lower frequency station with a strong-enough signal is tuned, the frequency scan will stop and the Lower Display Line $ and the on-screen display will indicate station is tuned, the display will read

TUNED

using the tuner.) 5 Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this button will

automatically switch the AVR 430 to the Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch between the AM and FM frequency bands. (See page 34 for more information on the tuner.)

6 Preset Station Selector: Press this button to scroll up or down through the list of stations that have been entered into the preset memory. (See page 34 for more information on tuner programming.)

7 Input Source Selector: Press this button to change the input by scrolling up or down through the list of input sources.

8 Tuning Mode Selector: Press this button to select Auto or Manual tuning. When the button is pressed so that

Display Line

tion with an acceptable signal when the

Selector

pressed so that

Upper Display Line #, each press of the Tuning Selector

page 34 for more infor button may also be used to switch between Stereo and Mono modes for FM radio reception. When weak

-frequency stations and the right side of

MANUAL/MONO mode,

When the tuner receives

$ and in the on-screen display.When

AUTO/STEREO mode,

, and the tuner will scan for a

AUTO TUNED. When an FM Stereo

AUTO ST

. (See page 34 for more information on

AUTO/STEREO appears in the Upper

#, the tuner will search for the next sta-

Tuning

4wéis pressed.

MANUAL/MONO appears in the

4wéwill increase the frequency. (See

mation on using the tuner

When the button is

This

reception is encountered, tuning mode Stereo mode. (See page 34 for more information on using the tuner.)

9 Front-Panel Control Door: To open the door so that the front-panel jacks and controls behind this door may be accessed, gently pull the door down and towards you using either upper corner of the door.

) Volume Control: Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease the volume. If the AVR 430 is muted, adjusting the volume control will automatically release the unit from the silenced condition.

! Input Indicators: One of these indicators will light to identify the currently selected input. Note that the entire list will light briefly each time the unit is turned on as a test.

@ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: These indi- cators are multipurpose, indicating both the speaker type selected for each channel and the incoming datasignal 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 assigned that position. (See page 23 for more information on configuring speakers.) The letters inside each box displays the active input channels. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will light, indicating a stereo input. For a digital source, the indicators will light to display the channels being received at the digital input. When the letters flash, the digital input has been interrupted. (See page 33 for more information on the Channel Indicators.)

# Upper Display Line: Depending on the unit’ status, a variety of messages will appear here. In normal operation, this line will show the current input source and identify whether an analog or digital input is in use.When the tuner is selected as the input, this line will identify the station as AM or FM and show the frequency and preset number, if any.

. Press and hold again to switch back to

select the Manual/Mono

$ Lower Display Line: Depending on the unit’s

, a variety of messages will appear here. In nor-

status mal operation, the current surround mode will appear on this line.

% Surround Mode Indicators: One of these indicators will light to show the surround mode in use. Depending on the specific combination of input sources and surround mode selected, more than one indicator may light. (See page 31 for more

mation.)

infor ^ 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.

6 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

A Main Power Switch: Press this switch to apply power to the AVR 430. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber illumination surrounding the

1. This button MUST be pressed in to

Switch

operate the unit. 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. B Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to lis-

ten to the AVR 430’s output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard 1/4" stereo phone plug, or that you use an adapter, as needed, to convert the plug on your headphones to the 1/4" jack used on the AVR.When the headphone jack is in use, the main room speakers will automatically be turned off and the unit will output a standard stereo signal. You may also use one of the Dolby Headphone modes for an enhanced listening experience. (For more information on headphone listening, see page 31.)

C Tone Mode Button: This button controls the tone mode settings treble boost/cut. You may also use it to take the tone controls out of the signal path completely for “flat” response.The first press of the button displays a

TONE

Line

$ and in the on-screen display.To take the

controls out of the signal path, press either of the

‹/› Buttons H until the display reads TONE OUT

the button again until the desired option appears in the Lower Display Line $ and in the on-screen display and then press either of the enter the desired boost or cut setting. (Note that the tone controls apply only to the front left/right speakers to avoid the possibility of clipping distortion in the surround channels. See pages 21 and 30 for more information on the tone controls.)

To turn the unit off and prevent the

enabling adjustment of the bass and

MODE

message in the Lo

o change the bass or treble settings

‹/› Buttons H to

Standby/On

wer Display

, press

D Speaker Selector Button: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR 430 for the type of speakers it is being used with. For complete information on configuring the speaker settings, see page 23.

E Channel Adjust Selector: Press the button to begin the process of adjusting the channel level outputs using the source currently playing through your AVR. (For complete information on adjusting the channel output level, see page 35.)

F Digital Input Selector: Press this button to begin the process of selecting a digital source for use with the currently selected input. Once the button has been pressed, use the desired input and then press the enter the setting into the unit’s memory. (See page 31 for more information on digital audio.)

G Delay Adjust Selector: Press this button to begin the process of adjusting the delay settings for Dolby surround modes. (See page 26 for more information on delay adjustments.)

H ‹/› Buttons: When making system configura- tion changes using the front-panel controls, press these button to scroll through the available choices for the option being adjusted.

I Set Button: When making system configuration changes using the front-panel controls, press this button to enter a setting into the unit’

J Optical 3 Digital Input: Connect the optical digital output of an audio or video product to this jack.

‹/› Buttons H to choose the

Set Button I to

s memor

K Coaxial 3 Digital Jack: Connect the coaxial digital input or output for a digital audio product such as a portable audio player or video game to this jack.

L Video 4 Jacks: These audio/video jacks may be used as an input for temporar games or portable audio/video products such as camcorders and portable audio players.

y connection to video

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 7

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

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¡ AM Antenna ™ FM Antenna £ Preamp Outputs ¢ Subwoofer Output ∞ A-BUS Connector

§ Surround Speaker Outputs ¶ Front Speaker Outputs

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• F ª Center Speaker Outputs ‚ Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs ⁄ Switched AC Accessory Outlet ¤ Unswitched

AC Accessory Outlet

‹ AC Power Cord Jack › Video Monitor Outputs ﬁ DVD Video Inputs

ﬂ Video 1 Video Inputs ‡ Video 1 Video Outputs ° Video 2 Video Inputs

· Video 2 Video Outputs a Video 3 Video Inputs

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Video Monitor Outputs

Video 2 Inputs

b Component c Component Video 1 Inputs d Component e RS-232 P f Multiroom IR Input g Remote IR Input h Remote IR Output i Coaxial Digital Audio Output j Multiroom Audio Outputs k Optical Digital Audio Output

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Video 1 Audio Outputs Video 2 Audio Inputs 8-Channel Direct Inputs Video 2 Audio Outputs

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Video 3

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NOTE: To assist in making the correct connections for multichannel input,

output and speaker connections

all connection jacks and terminals are color-coded

mance with the CEA standards as follows:

in confor

Front Left: White

ront Right:

Red

Center: Green

8 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

Surround Left: Blue

Surround Right:

Gray

Surround Back Left: Brown

Surround Back Right:

T Subwoofer: Purple Digital Audio: Orange Composite Video: Yellow

Component Video “Y”: Green Component

Video

Component Video “Pb”: Blue

“Pr”:

Red

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

¡ AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna sup-

with the receiver to these terminals. If an external

plied AM antenna is used, make connections to the GND terminals in accordance with the instructions supplied with the antenna.

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

£ Preamp Outputs: Connect these jacks to an optional, external power amplifier for applications where higher power is desired.

¢ 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.

∞ A-BUS Connector:

A-BUS®-certified remote room keypad or amplifier to extend the multiroom capabilities of your AVR 430. See page 38 for more information on A-BUS.

§ Surround Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + and – terminals on your surround channel speakers. In conformance with the CEA color-code specification, the blue terminal is the positive, or “+” terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on the Surround Left speaker with older color-coding, while the gray terminal should be connected to the red (+) terminal on the Surround Right speaker with the older color-coding. Connect the black (–) terminal on the AVR to the matching black negative (–) terminals for each surround speaker. (See page 16 for more information on speaker polarity.)

¶ Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right speakers.When making speaker connections always make certain to maintain correct polarity by connecting the color-coded (white for front left and red for front right) (+) ter ter on the AVR 430 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers. See page 16 for more information on speaker polarity

• Fan Vents: These ventilation holes are the output of the AVR 430’s airflow system. To ensure proper operation of the unit and to avoid possible damage to delicate surfaces, make certain that these holes are not blocked and that there is at least three inches of open space between the vent holes and any wooden or fabric surface. It is normal for the fan to remain off at most normal volume levels. An automatic temperature sensor turns the fan on only when it is needed.

minals on the AVR 430 to the red (+)

minals on the speakers and the black (–) ter

Connect this jack to an optional

AM and

minals

ª Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + and – ter channel speaker. In conformance with the CEA colorcode specification, the green terminal is the positive, or “+” terminal that should be connected to the red

minal on speakers with the older color-coding.

(+) ter Connect the black (–) ter black negative (–) terminal on your speaker. (See page 16 for more information on speaker polarity.)

‚ Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs:

These speaker terminals are normally used to power the surround back left/surround back right speakers in a 7.1 channel system. However, they may also be used to power the speakers in a second zone, which will receive the output selected for a multiroom system. To change the output fed to these terminals from the default of the Surround Back speakers to the Multiroom Output, you must change a setting in the Advanced Menu of the OSD system. See page 39 for more information on configuring this speaker output. In normal surround system use, the brown and black terminals are the surround back left channel positive (+) and negative (–) connections and the tan and black terminals are the surround back right positive (+) and negative (–) terminals. For multiroom use, connect the brown and black SBL terminals to the red and black connections on the left remote zone speaker and connect the tan and black SBR terminals to the red and black terminals on the right remote zone speaker.

⁄ Switched AC Accessory Outlet: These outlets may be used to power any device you wish to have turned on when the AVR 430 is turned on with the Standby/On Switch 1.

¤ 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

VR 430 is on or off.

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

‹ AC Power Cord Jack: Connect the AC power cord to this jack when the installation is complete. To ensure safe operation, use only the power cord supplied with the unit. it must be of the same type and capacity.

› Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these jacks to the composite or S-Video input of a TV monitor or video projector to view the on-screen menus and the output of any standard video source selected by the receiver’s video switcher.

Video Inputs:

ﬁ DVD

Video outputs of a DVD player or other video source to these jacks.

minals on your center

minal on the AVR to the

If a replacement is required,

Connect the composite or S-

ﬂ Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect the composite or S-Video PLA source to these jacks.

‡ Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect the composite or S-Video REC/IN jacks of a recording device such as a DVD recorder or PVR to these jacks.

° Video 2

S-Video PLAY/OUT jacks of a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

· Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect the composite or S-Video REC/IN jacks of a VCR or other video recording device such as a DVD recorder or PVR to these jacks.

a Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect the composite or S-Video PLAY/OUT jacks of a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

b Component Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these outputs to the component video inputs of a video projector or monitor. When a source connected to one of the selected the signal will be sent to these jacks.

c Component Video 1 Inputs: These inputs may be used with any source device equipped with analog Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video outputs.The factory default is for these jacks to be a linked to the DVD input, but you may change the setting at any time through the page 21 for more information on configuring the component video inputs.)

d Component Video 2 Inputs: These inputs may be used with any video source device equipped with analog Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video outputs. The factory default is for these jacks to be a linked to the Video 2 input, time through the page 21 for more infor ponent video inputs.)

e RS-232 Port: This jack may be used to control the AVR 430 over a bi-directional RS-232 serial control link to a compatible computer or programmable remote control system. Due to the complexity of programming RS-232 commands we strongly recommend that connections to this port for control purposes be made by a trained and qualified technician. This jack may also link to a compatible computer to upgrade the software and operating system of the AVR 430 when appropriate upgrades are available.

f Multiroom IR Input: Connect the output of an IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to AVR 430’s multiroom control system.

Y/OUT jacks of a VCR or other video

VCR or other video

Video Inputs:

Component Video Inputs cd is

INPUT SETUP menu. (See

but you may change the setting at any

INPUT SETUP menu. (See

Connect the composite or

mation on configuring the com

operate the

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS 9

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

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g Remote IR Input: If the AVR 430’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.

h 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.

i Coaxial Digital Audio Output: Connect this jack to the coaxial digital input of a CD-R/RW, MiniDisc or other compatible digital recorder.

j Multiroom Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to the optional external audio power amplifier and video distribution system that delivers the source selected for multizone distribution.

k Optical Digital Audio Output: Connect this jack to the optical digital input connector on a CD-R/RW, MiniDisc or other compatible digital recorder.

CD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

left/right analog audio output of a compact disc player or CD changer or other audio source.

DVD Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right analog

outputs of a DVD player or other audio source to these jacks.

Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right

PLAY/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks

Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect the left/right

REC/IN audio input jacks on a source to these jacks

VCR or other video

Video 2 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right Y/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR or other video

PLA source to these jacks.

8-Channel Direct Inputs: These jacks are used

for connection to source devices such as DVD-Audio or SACD players with discrete analog outputs. Depending on the source device in use, all eight jacks may be used, though in many cases only connections to the front left/right,

center, surround left/right and

LFE (subwoofer input) jacks will be used for standard

5.1 audio signals.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect the left/right

REC/IN audio input jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right

PLAY/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR, PVR, cable set-top, satellite receiver, HDTV receiver or other video source to these jacks.

Optical Digital Audio Inputs: Connect the opti-

cal digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatible computer sound card playing MP3 files or streams, LD player or CD player to these jacks.The signal may be a Dolby Digital signal, a DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source.

Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the Play/Oout

jacks of an audio recorder

Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

Record/Input jacks of an audio recorder.

Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs: Connect the coax

digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatible computer playing MP3 files or streams, LD player

sound card

or CD player to these jacks.The signal may be 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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AVR

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Power Off Button

ower On Button

LCD Information Display

Input Selectors

AVR Selector

est Button

6 7 8 9 A B

m Dim Button n Channel Select Button o Navigation Button

F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c Memory Button d Stereo Mode Select Button e DTS Neo:6 Mode Select Button f DTS Digital Mode Select Button g h i SPL Select Button j EzSet Microphone Sensor k Lens

Surround Mode Selector

DSP Logic 7 Mode Select Button Direct Button Clear Button Numeric Keys Tuning Mode Button

Digital Select Button Set Button Volume Up/Down Selectors Transport Fast-Play/Scan Buttons Main Transport Controls Track Skip Up/Down Buttons Preset Up/Down Button Tuning Up/Down Button Disc Skip Button Program Button Light Button Multiroom Button Macro Buttons Sleep Button Night Mode Button OSD Button Tone Control Button Mute Button AM/FM Button Channel Up/Down Selector Transport Play Buttons Delay Select Button Speaker Select Button

Dolby Mode Select Button 6/8-Channel Input Select

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

NOTES:

VR 430. Most

The function names shown here are each button’

• buttons have additional functions when used with other devices.When a button is pressed, the function name will appear in the bottom line of the

• The jack on the upper right side of the remote is reserved for future use. Do not remove the plug provided or connect any device to the jack.

o make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration,

• downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com.

s feature when used with the

LCD Information Display c.

a larger copy may be

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TANT NOTE:

IMPOR

be programmed to control up to eight devices

AVR 430’s remote may

The

, including the AVR 430. Before using the remote, it is important to remember to press the

Selector Button

you wish to operate

that corresponds to the unit

. In addition, the AVR 430’s

Input

remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR 430 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 41 – 50 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

Selectors

d. The descriptions shown here primarily

Input

detail the functions of the remote when it is used to operate the AVR 430.

a Power Off Button: Press this button to place the AVR 430 or a selected device in the Standby mode. Note that this will turn off the main room functions, but if the Multiroom system is activated, it will continue to function.

Power On Button: Press this button to turn on

the power to a device selected by first pressing one of

Input Selectors3.

the

LCD Information Display: This two-line screen

displays various information depending on the commands that have been entered into the remote.

Input Selectors: Pressing one of these buttons

will perform three actions at the same time. First, if the AVR 430 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

, it will change the

Finally

VR 430. remote control so that it controls the device selected. After pressing one of these buttons you must press

AVR Selector Button 4again to operate the

the

s functions with the remote

VR 430’

VR Selector:

Pressing this button will switch the

remote so that it will operate the AVR 430's functions. If the AVR 430 is in the Standby mode, it will also turn the AVR 430 on.

Test Button: Press this button to begin the

s output

VR 430’

sequence used to calibrate the

A levels. (See page 26 for more information on calibrating the AVR 430.)

g DSP Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to select one of the DSP surround modes

, such as VMAx, Hall 1, Hall 2 or Theater. Each press of the button selects another mode. (See page 32 for more information on surround modes.)

Logic 7 Mode Select Button: Press this button

to select from among the available Logic 7 surround modes. (See page 32 for the available Logic 7 options.)

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 Ato select a

station. (See page 34 for more information on the tuner.)

Clear Button: When programming the remote

or using the EzSet feature, press this button to cancel the current function. When using the remote to enter frequencies for direct tuner access, press this button to clear previous entries.

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, Cable or SAT 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. These buttons are also used to enter letters and numbers when renaming devices in the LCD Information Display. (See page 48 for more information on renaming devices and keys.)

Tuning Mode Button: Press this button to

change the tuner mode between manual and automatic.When the button is pressed so that

AUTO/STEREO appears in the Upper Display Line

# and in the on-screen display, only stations with acceptable signal quality will be tuned, and the tuner will play FM stations in stereo, when

In the

available

AUTO mode

Up/Down Buttons

when the

uning

4w≠are pressed, the unit

will automatically search for the next available station with good signal strength. so that

MANUAL/MONO appears in the Upper

Display Line

press of the

# and in the on-screen display each

Tuning Up/Down Buttons 4w

When this button is pressed

≠

will move the frequency up or down in single-step increments button so that the

. When the FM band is in use, pressing the

MANUAL mode is activated will

enable you to tune stations with weak signals by changing to monaural reception. (See page 34 for more infor

mation on tuner operation.)

m Dim Button: Press this button to activate the Dimmer function,

which reduces the brightness of the front-panel display, or turns it off entirely. Press the button once to change the display to reduce the brightness by 50%, and press it again within five seconds and the main display will go completely dark. Note that this setting is temporar

y; regardless of any changes, the display will always return to full brightness when the AVR is turned on.The blue illumination around the Standby/On Switch 1 will always remain at full brightness regardless of the setting to remind you that the AVR is still turned on.The blue accent lighting inside the volume control will go out when the panel lights are at half brightness or fully dimmed.

n Channel Select Button: This button is used to start the process of setting the AVR 430’s output levels to an external source. Once this button is pressed, press the

⁄/¤

on the Navigation Button o to select the

channel being adjusted, then press the Set Button q, followed by the

⁄/¤

on the Navigation Button

again, to change the level setting. (See page 35 for more information.)

Navigation Button: This single disc-like button is

used to navigate through the on-screen configuration menus, to scroll through the options list and to select choices for the various settings such as delay, speakers, surround modes, digital inputs, etc. To use the button, simply press it left, right, up or down in the direction indicated by the

⁄¤‹› icons printed on the button

disc. Depending on the menu being used, pressing the button will either change a specific menu or configuration choice or it will change the option shown in the on-screen or front-panel display.The sections in this manual describing the unit’s individual features and configuration options contain specific information on how the navigation controls are used.

Digital Select Button: Press this button to assign

one of the digital inputs JK to a source. (See page 33 for more infor

mation on using digital

inputs.)

Set Button: This button is used to enter settings

into the AVR 430’s memory. It is also used in the setup procedures for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment.

olume Up/Do

wn Buttons:

These controls share the common disc in the lower third of the remote.To raise the volume, press the button marked

⁄

by pressing towards the top of the remote

the volume, press the button marked

The

towards the bottom of the remote

by pressing

‹/›

. To lower

buttons on the left and right sides of this disc change channels up or down when the TV, cable box or satellite

Selectors

have been pressed.

Input

12 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

s Transport Fast-Play/Scan Buttons: These but- tons have no direct function on the are used when the remote is programmed for a

AVR 430, but they

compatible DVD, CD or tape player. Pressing these buttons will transmit a fast-play forward, fast-play reverse, or fast-forward or -reverse scan command, to the capabilities of the player being controlled.

according

In the factory default setting, these buttons are preprogrammed with the remote codes for Harman Kardon DVD players so that you may control a compatible player without having to switch devices

Main Transport Controls: These buttons have

no direct function on the AVR 430, but they are used when the remote is programmed for a compatible DVD, CD or tape player. Pressing these buttons will transmit a stop (

Í), record (Î), or pause (

) command, according to the capabilities of the player being controlled. In the factory default setting, these buttons are programmed with the remote codes for Harman Kardon DVD players so that you may control a compatible player without having to switch devices.

Track Skip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons

do not have a direct function with the AVR 430, but when used with a compatibly programmed CD or DVD changer will change the track or chapter currently being played. In the factory default setting, these buttons are programmed with the remote codes for Harman Kardon DVD players so that you may control a compatible player without having to switch devices.

Preset Up/Down Button: When the tuner is in

use, press this button to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR 430’s memory.

w Tuning Up/Down Button: Press this button when the tuner is in use to change the station to one with a higher or lower frequency.When the tuner is in the

MANUAL/MONO mode, each tap of the Selector will increase or decrease the frequency by one increment. When the tuner receives a strongenough signal for adequate reception,

TUNED

will appear in the Lower Display Line

$ and in the on-screen display the

AUTO/STEREO mode, press the button

MANUAL

When the tuner is in

once, and the tuner will scan for a station with acceptable signal strength.

When the next higher

- or lowerfrequency station with a strong enough signal is tuned, the frequency scan will stop and the

$ and the on-screen display will indicate

Line

wer Display

AUTO TUNED. When an FM Stereo station is tuned, the display will read (See page 34 for more infor

Disc Skip Button: This button has no direct

AUTO ST TUNED.

mation on using the tuner

function for the AVR 430 but may be used to change the disc in a CD or DVD changer when the remote is programmed for that type of device

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Program Button: This button is used to begin

the process of programming the remote this button for three seconds to place the remote in the programming mode. Once the red LED under the

Button

lights, release the button. You may then select from the desired option. more information on configuring the remote.)

Light Button: Press this button to activate the

remote’s backlight for ease of use in darkened rooms.

Multiroom Button: Press this button to begin the

process of activating the multiroom system or to change the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 39 for more information on the multiroom system.)

Macro Buttons: Press these buttons to store or

“Macro”, which is a preprogrammed sequence

recall a of commands stored in the remote. (See page 44 for more information on macros.)

Sleep Button: Press this button to place the unit

in the Sleep mode.After the time shown in the display, the AVR 430 will automatically go into the Standby mode. Each press of the button changes the time until turn-off in the following order:

When the Sleep timer is in use the front panel displays indicators will dim to half brightness.

Night Mode Button: Press this button to acti-

vate the Night mode. This mode is available in specially encoded Dolby Digital sources, and it preserves dialogue (center channel) intelligibility at low volume levels.

OSD Button: Press this button to activate or tur

off the On-Screen Display (OSD) system used to set up or adjust the AVR 430’s parameters.

V Tone Control Button: This button controls the tone mode settings, enabling adjustment of the bass and treble boost/cut. You may also use it to take the tone controls out of the signal path completely for

response.The first press of the button displays a

“flat” TONE IN message in the Lower Display Line $ and in the on-screen display out of the signal path press either of the Navigation Buttons o until the display reads TONE OUT. To change the bass or treble settings, press the button again until the desired option appears in the

Lower Display Line $ and in the on-screen

display and then press either of the Navigation Buttons o to enter the desired boost or cut setting. (See pages 21 and 30 for more information on the tone controls

. Press and hold

Set

(See pages 41 – 50 for

To take the controls

⁄/¤

Mute Button: Press this button to momentarily

silence the

AVR 430 or TV set being controlled,

depending on which device has been selected.

AM/FM Button: Press this button to select the

AVR 430’s tuner as the listening choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is already in use will select between the

AM and FM bands.

Channel Up/Do

wn Selector:

function when the AVR is being controlled, but when programmed for use with a VCR, TV, cable box, satellite receiver or other similar product it will change the channel up or down. (See pages 41 – 50 for more information on programming the remote.)

Transport Play Buttons:These buttons have no

direct function on the AVR 430, but they are used when the remote is programmed for a compatible DVD, CD or tape player. Pressing these buttons will transmit a forward- or reverse-play command, according to the capabilities of the player being controlled. In the factory default setting, these buttons are programmed for Harman Kardon DVD players so that you may control a compatible player without having to switch devices.

a Delay Select Button: This button selects adjustments to the A/V Sync Delay and the individual channel displays.The first press of the button displays an

A/V SYNC DELAY message in the Lower

Display Line

$ and in the on-screen display, which means that you may change the amount of time that all channels are delayed together behind the video. This enables you to compensate for the loss of lip sync that may be caused by digital video processing in your display or by television stations.To change the A/V Sync Delay, press the the

A/V SYNC DELAY message is visible

and then use the

change the setting so that the sound and the

⁄/¤ Navigation Button o to

Set Button q while

video image are in sync.To change the delay for an individual output channel, press the Navigation Button o until the desired channel name is shown, Use the

and then press the

⁄/¤ Na

vigation Buttons

the delay amount. (See page 26 for more information on delay options.)

Speaker Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of configuring the bass management system. Then press the Navigation Button o to select the channel you wish to set up

Set

Button

Press the then select another channel to configure. When all adjustments have been completed, press the

Button

q twice to exit the settings and return to normal operation. (See page 23 for more information on speaker setup

This button has no

⁄/¤

Set Button q.

o to change

VR 430’

⁄/¤

q and

Set

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radio station to the tune the desired station, and then press this button. Within five seconds of when you see the station’s frequency flash in the in the on-screen display for the preset number between 01 and 30 that you wish to assign to the station. (See page 34 for more information.)

to select a stereo listening mode.When the button is pressed so that the either a bypass mode with true, fully analog, twochannel left/right stereo mode with no surround processing or with full bass management, as opposed to other modes where digital processing is always used. When the button is pressed so that

OFF

the

Mode Indicators

channel presentation of the sound along with the benefits of bass management. Depending on whether your system is configured for 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 channels, the next press of the button will cause either 5 CH STEREO or 7 CH STEREO to appear, and the stereo signal will be routed to all five (or seven) speakers. (See page 32 for more information on stereo playback modes.)

button to select a DTS Neo:6 mode. (See page 32 for the available DTS Neo:6 options.)

DTS-encoded digital source is playing, each press of this button will scroll through the available DTS modes. The specific choice of modes will vary according to the type of encoding on the disc and your system’s speaker configuration. When a DTS source is not in use, this button has no function. (See page 32 for the available DTS digital options.)

to select from the available Dolby Surround modes Each press of this button will select Pro Logic II modes or Dolby 3 Stereo. Digital-encoded source is in use, the Dolby Digital mode may also be selected. available Dolby surround mode options.)

button to select the device connected to the

Channel Direct Inputs

information.)

y Button:

Memor

Stereo Mode Select Button: Press this button

Lower Display Line $, the AVR will operate in

appears in the Lower

DSP and SURROUND

DTS Neo:6 Mode Select Button: Press this

DTS Digital Mode Select Button: When a

Dolby Mode Select Button: This button is used

6-Channel/8-Channel Input Select: Press this

Press this button to enter a

AVR 430’s preset memory. First,

Upper Display Line # and

, press the numeric keys

SURROUND OFF appears in

SURROUND

Display Line $, and

OFF Surround

% are lit, you will enjoy a two-

one of the Dolby

When a Dolby

(See page 32 for the

6- or 8-

. (See page 30 for more

i SPL

EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 430’s output levels. When the button is pressed you will then need to select between automatic EzSet operation or using the remote as a manual SPL meter by pressing the your choice appears in the remote’s LCD display. Press the then follow the instructions as displayed in the LCD display

sensor that is used by the EzSet system is behind the three slots at the top of the remote control. When using EzSet to calibrate the AVR 430, be certain that the slots are not covered. (See page 27 for more information on using EzSet.)

lens at the top of the remote communicate the remote codes to the AVR 430. Be certain that the lens is not covered when using the remote, and point the lens toward the AVR for best results. In learning mode, the remote receives IR codes to be learned through a sensor behind the lens.

NOTE: DO NOT remove the rubber plug that is supplied to cover the jack on the upper right side of the remote. The jack is not active and is reserved for future use.

Select Button:

⁄/¤ Na

Set Button q to enter the setting, and

. (For complete information, see page 27.)

EzSet Microphone Sensor: The microphone

Lens: The infrared emitters behind the plastic

This button activates the

vigation Button

o until

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ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Power Off Button: When used in the room

where the

AVR 430 is located, press this button to place the unit in Standby.When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR Input f jack, this button turns the Multiroom system on and off

∫

AVR Selector Button: Press this button to turn

on the AVR 430. The input in use when the unit was last on will be selected.

AM/FM Tuner Selector: Press this button to

select the Tuner as the input to the Multiroom system. Press it again to change between the AM and FM bands.

∂

Input Selectors: When the AVR 430 is off,

press one of these buttons to select a specific input and turn the unit on. When the unit is already in use, pressing one of these buttons will change the input.

≠

Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play Buttons: When

the Zone II remote is used in the same room as the AVR 430, these buttons may be used to change the

frequency of the tuner. These buttons may also control the Fast Play or Fast Reverse functions of compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette decks in the same room, or from a remote room when an IR link is connected to the AVR 430.

Record/Pause Button: Press this button to

activate the Record or Pause function on compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette deck products.

Power Off Button

∫

AVR Selector Button

AM/FM Tuner Selector

∂

Input Selectors

≠

Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play Buttons

Record/P

Preset Up/Down – Track Skip Buttons

Disc Skip Buttons

Volume Up/Down Buttons

∆

Play F

Mute Button

ause Button

orward/Reverse/Stop Buttons

NOTES:

•

The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR 430 is located, or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the AVR 430’s When it is used in the same room as the AVR 430, it will control the functions of the AVR 430 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that room. When it is used in a separate room via a sensor connected to the Multiroom IR Input f jack,

the buttons for P

ower and volume for the second zone, as connected to the complete information on using the Multiroom system.)

• To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to the controls and connectors in this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www

Preset Up/Down – Track Skip Buttons: When

AVR 430’s tuner is selected as the input source,

the these buttons will move up or down through the list of stations that have been stored in the preset memory. When a CD or DVD changer or player is selected, these buttons activate the F or Chapter Skip functions

Disc Skip Buttons: Press these buttons to

change discs on compatible Har

orward or Reverse Track

man Kardon CD or

DVD changer or players.

Volume Up/Down Buttons: When the Zone II

remote is used in the room where the AVR 430 is located, press this button to raise or lower the volume in that room. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the

Multiroom IR Input

f jack, this button will raise or lower the volume in the remote room.

∆

Play Forward/Reverse/Stop Buttons: Press

these buttons to control compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette players.

Mute Button: When the Zone II remote is used

in the room where the AVR 430 is located, press this button to temporarily silence the unit. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected

Multiroom IR Input f jack, this button will

to the temporarily silence the feed to the remote room only. Press the button again to return to the previous volume level.

Multiroom IR Input f jack.

Input Source

, Volume and Mute will control the source

Multiroom Audio Outputs j jacks. (See page 39 for

mankardon.com.

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Connect the front, center, surround and surround

System Installation

After unpacking the unit, locating it in a place with ade-

7. back speaker outputs speakers.

§¶ª‚ to the respective

quate ventilation and placing it on a solid surface capable

o ensure that all the audio signals are carried to your

of supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment.

T speakers without loss of clarity or resolution, we suggest that you use high-quality speaker cable. Many

IMPORTANT NOTE: For your personal safety and to avoid possible damage to your equipment and speakers, it is always good practice to turn off and unplug the AVR

ALL source equipment from the AC output before

and making any audio or video system connections.

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.

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

CD Audio Inputs .

NOTE: If your 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 it is distorted.

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

Tape Outputs on the

AVR 430.

3. Connect the output of any digital sources such as such as a CD or DVD changer or player, advanced video game, a digital satellite receiver, HDTV tuner or digital cable set-top box or the output of a compatible computer sound card to the

Optical and

Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs JK.

4. Connect the coaxial or optical

Digital Audio Outputs

ik on the rear panel of the AVR 430 to the matching digital input connections on a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

5. Assemble the AM loop antenna supplied with the unit so that the tabs at the bottom of the antenna loop snap into the holes in the base

erminals

Screw

GND

. Connect it to the ¡ .

AM and

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 cable

with a gauge of 14 or smaller. Remember that in specifying cable, the lower the number, the thicker the cable.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short runs of less than ten feet. We do not recommend that you use cables with an AWG equivalent of 18 or higher, 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 electrician who is familiar with the NEC and/or the applicable building codes in your area.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be certain to observe proper polarity. Note that the positive (+) terminal of each speaker connection now carries a specific color code, as noted on page 8. However, most speakers still use a red terminal for the positive (+) connection. Connect the “negative” or “black” wire to the same terminal on both the receiver and the speaker.

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturers adhere to an industry convention of using black terminals for negative and red ones for positive, some may vary from this configuration. To ensure 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

s manufacturer.

the speaker

’

We also recommend that the length of cable used

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the

Ohm

) Connection ™.

nal roof antenna,

exter

The FM antenna may be an

an inside powered or wire-lead

FM (75-

antenna or a connection from a cable TV system. If the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead

you must use an optional 300-ohm-to-75-ohm

cable adapter to make the connection.

INST

TION AND CONNECTIONS

ALLA

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

VR 430.

different distance from the

Connections to a subwoofer are normally made via

8. a line-level audio connection from the

¢ to the line-level input of a subwoofer with

Output

Subwoofer

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

mation.

infor

9. If an external multichannel audio source with 5.1 outputs such as an external digital processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player is used, connect the outputs of that device to the

Inputs

8-Channel Direct

Video Equipment Connections

Video equipment is connected in the same manner as audio components.Again, the use of high-quality interconnect cables is recommended to preserve signal quality.

1. Connect a VCR’s or other video source’s audio and video Play/Out jacks to the

and Video Input Jacks

Video 1/Video 2 Audio

ﬂ° on the rear panel. The Audio and Video Record/In jacks on the VCR should be connected to the

Audio and Video Output Jacks

Video 1/Video 2

‡· on

the AVR 430.

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 Input Jacks

Video 3 Audio and

a .

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

Video Inputs

ﬁ .

DVD Audio and

4. Connect the optical or coaxial digital audio outputs

satellite receiver

of a DVD player

tuner or video game to any of the

Digital Inputs

, cable box, HDTV

Optical or Coaxial

JK. The recommended connection for a DVD player is to use a Coaxial digital link connected to the Coaxial Digital Audio Input 1, but you may change the digital audio input assignment for any source using the described on page 21 or the

INPUT SETUP menu as

Digital Input Selector

Fp on the front panel or remote, as described on page 33.

NOTE: When connecting a device such as a digital cable box or other set-top tuner product with a digital audio output, we recommend that you connect both the digital and analog outputs of the product to your

VR will

The audio input polling feature of the

VR.

A then be able to make certain that you have a constant audio feed, since it will automatically switch the audio input to the analog jacks if the digital feed is interrupted or not available for a particular channel.

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