Harman-Kardon AVR 445 User Manual

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AVR 445

AVR 445 Audio/ VideoReceiver

OWNER’S MANUAL

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Table of Contents

3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front Panel Controls

7 Rear Panel Connections 10 Main Remote Control Functions 14 Zone II Remote Control Functions 16 Installation and Connections 16 Audio Connections 16 Video Connections 17 HDMI Connections 18 SCART A/V Connections 20 System and Power Connections 21 Speaker Selection 21 Speaker Placement 23 System Configuration 23 First Turn On 23 Using the On-Screen Display 23 System Setup 24 In/Out Input Setup 25 Audio Setup 26 Surround Setup 27 Night Mode Settings 28 Using EzSet/EQ 30 Manual Setup 31 Speaker Setup 33 Delay Settings 34 Output Level Adjustment 35 Additional Input Adjustments 36 Operation 36 Surround Mode Chart 38 Basic Operation 38 Source Selection 38 6/8-Channel Direct Input 39 Controls and Use of Headphones 39 Surround Mode Selection 40 Digital Audio Playback 40 Dolby Digital 40 DTS 40 PCM Audio Playback 41 Selecting a Digital Source 41 Digital Bitstream Indicators 41 USB Playback 42 Speaker/Channel Indicators 42 Night Mode 43 Using The Bridge™ 43 Tape Recording 43 Front Panel Input/Output Connections 44 Output Level Adjustment with Source 44 EzSet/EQ Operation on/off Signals 44 Dim Function 44 Memory backup 45 Advanced Features 45 Front Panel Display Fade 45 Display Brightness 45 Turn-On Volume Level 46 Semi-OSD Settings 46 Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment 46 DMP The Bridge Auto Power 47 Multiroom Operation 48 Infrared Output Selection 49 Tuner Operation 49 Basic Tuner Operation 49 Station Selection 49 Preset Tuning 49 RDS Operation

49 RDS Tuning 49 RDS Display Options 50 Program Search 51 Programming the Remote 51 Configuring the Remote 51 Preprogrammed Code Entry 52 Automatic Code Entry 52 Learning Commands 53 Learning Codes for an Input Selector 53 Device Priority

54 Macro Programming 56 Punch-Through Configuration 57 Renaming 59 Resetting the Remote 59 Backlight Options 61 Troubleshooting Guide 61 Processor Reset 62 Appendix 65 Technical Specifications

Declaration of Conformity

We, Harman Consumer Group, Inc.

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 55013:2001+A1:2003

EN 55020:2002+A1:2003

EN 61000-3-2:2000

EN 61000-3-3.1995+A1:2001

EN 60065:2002

Jurjen Amsterdam

Harman Consumer Group, Inc.

09/06

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

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

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

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

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

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

The appearance of the text or cursor for your receiver’s on-screen menus may vary slightly from the illustrations in this manual. Whether the text appears in all uppercase or upper- and lowercase characters, performance and operation remain the same.

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!

With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 445 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment.

The AVR 445 has the most extensive range of audio and video processing, control and connectivity options ever offered by Harman Kardon, enabling it to provide the best possible audio and video reproduction with any type of source material. Teaming advanced processing circuitry with proprietary technologies such as EzSet/EQ, the AVR 445 seamlessly integrates every component in your entertainment system to deliver the best possible sound and images.

Some of the leading-edge features that are available with the AVR 445, such as HDMI

™

connectivity, are new to even the most experienced home theater enthusiast.

To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you to read this manual. A few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the AVR is able to deliver.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or custom installer. They are your best local sources of information.

Description and Features

The AVR 445 serves as the hub of your home entertainment system, providing a wide range of listening possibilities for almost any audio or video program source, whether it is the broadcast of a movie or sporting event in HDTV or a vintage mono or stereo recording. When playing digital audio sources, the AVR 445 decodes Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS and DTS-ES data streams.Two-channel stereo and matrix surround sources benefit from all current Dolby Pro Logic IIx modes and DTS Neo:6. The latest version of our proprietary Logic 7

process is onboard to create a wider, more enveloping sound field and more defined surround channel positioning, regardless of the type of source material. Additional audio playback and processing options include a direct connection to compatible computer-based sources through a direct USB connection.

The AVR 445 takes the “video” part of its name seriously.Along with two HDMI inputs and three 60MHz analog component video inputs, the AVR 445 converts incoming analog signals to component for single wire connections.Tying audio and video together, the AVR 445 provides A/V sync delay so that the lip sync errors – commonly seen when digital video processing is used in a source, program or video display – are eliminated.

Coax and optical digital outputs are available for direct connection to digital recorders, and both the front panel analog audio/video and coaxial digital jacks may be switched to outputs for use with portable recorders – a Harman Kardon exclusive.Two video recording outputs, preampout and a color-coded eight-channel input make the AVR virtually future-proof, with everything needed to accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right on board.

The AVR 445’s flexibility and power extend beyond your main home theater or listening room. The AVR includes a sophisticated multizone control system that allows you to select one source for use in the main room and a different one (Audio) in a second room. Complete control over volume is possible with a separate infrared control link.To make it easy to operate the AVR from a remote room, a separate “ZR 10” remote is included.

Additional multiroom options include the option to assign two of the AVR’s output channels to the multiroom system and the ability to link the AVR to innovative A-BUS

keypads for multiroom

operation without the need for external amplifiers.

The AVR 445’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 fifty years ago.With

state-ofthe-art circuitry and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR is the perfect combina digital audio technology, a analog amplifier in an

tion of the latest in

quiet yet powerful

elegant, easy-to-use

package.

■ Dolby* Digital, Dolby Digital EX and Dolby Pro Logic* IIx Decoding, and the full suite of DTS

DTS-ES

Neo:6

and DTS 96/24.

modes, including

6.1 Discrete & Matrix and

■ Seven channels of high-current amplification with two channels assignable to either surround back or multiroom applications.

■ Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7

processing, along with a choice of Dolby Virtual Speaker processing for use when only two speakers are available.

■ Dolby Headphone to create spacious, open sound fields when using headphones.

■ USB connectivity for audio playback with compatible computers and quick system upgrades.

■ Two HDMI

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1.1 and three assignable high-bandwidth analog component inputs for compatibility with the latest high-definition video sources.

■ Harman Kardon’s advanced EzSet/EQ automatically configures speaker settings and sets room equalization for quick, easy and accurate system setup.

■ High-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible component video switching.

■ Front panel analog A/V inputs, switchable to outputs.

■ 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.

■ Extensive multiroom options, including

a standard Zone II remote, assignable amplifier channels and A-BUS/

READY

capability for listening to a separate source in a remote zone.

■ 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input and

Preamp Outputs for Easy Expansion and Use with Future Audio Formats.

■ Extensive bass management options,

including Quadruple Crossover.

■ A/V Sync delay adjustable for each

input delivers perfect lip sync with digital programs or video displays.

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INTRODUCTION 3

Introduction / Safety Information

Important Safety Information

READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a case or similar – away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, and/or cold. Avoid installing this unit where foreign object may fall onto this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place:

– Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may

cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

– Containers with liquid in them, as they may

fall and liquid may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to this unit.

Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain, etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.

Install this unit near the AC outlet and where the AC power plug can be reached easily.

This unit is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to consume a very small quantity of power.

WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 445 has been designed for use with 220-240-Volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

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

Do Not Use Extension Cords

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

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

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

Do Not Open the Cabinet

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

Installation Location

■ To assure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface.When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.

■ Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some circumstances a fan may be required.

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

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

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the

top of the unit, or place objects directly over them.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts.Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Unit

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

Unpacking

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

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

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

4 INTRODUCTION / SAFETY INFORMATION

Front Panel Controls

AVR 445

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Main Power Switch

System Power Control

Power Indicator

Headphone Jack

Surround Mode Group Selector

Speaker Selector

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Button

Tone Mode

Surround Mode Selector

Tuning Selector

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Tuner Band Selector

Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the AVR. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the orange LED surrounding the System Power Control2. 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

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

is “ON,” press this button to

will turn blue when

Set Button

Preset Station Selector

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Button

Input Source Selector

RDS Selector

Delay Adjust Selector

Digital Optical 4 Input

Input/Output Status Indicators

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Digital Coax 4 Jack

Video 4 Input/Output Jacks

Front Panel Control Door

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Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to listen to the AVR’s output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard 6.3 mm stereo phone plug. Note that the main room speakers and all Preamp

Outputs

when the headphone jack is in use.

button to select the top-level group of surround modes. Each press of the button will select a major mode grouping in the following order:

Dolby Modes ➜ DTS Digital Modes ➜ DSP Modes ➜ Stereo Modes ➜ Logic 7 Modes

Once the button is pressed so that the name of the desired surround mode group appears in the on-screen display and in the Lower Display Line

cycle through the individual modes available. For example, press this button to select Dolby modes, and then press the Surround Mode Selector

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will automatically be turned off

Surround Mode Group Selector: Press this

, press the Surround Mode Selector9to

to choose from the various mode options.

Surround Mode Indicators

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

Digital Select Button

Channel Select Button

Volume Control

Input Indicators

Main Information Display

Remote Sensor Window

EzSet/EQ Microphone Jacks

Speaker Selector: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR for the type of speakers it is being used with. For complete information on configuring the speaker settings using the front-panel controls see page 33.

7‹Button: When an adjustment is being made using the Channel Select

Select

to scroll through the available options.

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 Infor-

mation Display

and Treble controls and of the Balance control will affect the output signals.When the button is pressed so that the words in the Main Information Display output signal will be “flat,” without any balance, bass or treble alteration, no matter how the actual Controls are adjusted. (For more information, see page 39).

buttons, this button may be pressed

, the settings of the Bass

or Digital

TONE OUT appear

, the

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Front Panel Controls

Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to cycle through the individual surround modes available after the Surround Mode

Group Selector

above). Note that depending on the type of input, some modes are not always available. (See page 36 for more information about surround modes).

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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,

TUNED

Display

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 49 for more information on the tuner).

Set Button: When making choices during the setup and configuration process, press this button to enter the desired setting as shown in the Main Information Display AVR’s memory.

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 49 for more information on tuner programming.)

$›Button: When an adjustment is being made using the Channel Select

Select

to scroll through the available options.

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

was pressed (see item

MANUAL TUNED or AUTO

will appear in the Main Information

(see page 49 for more information

into the

or Digital

buttons, this button may be pressed

^ RDS Select Button: Press this button to dis-

play the various messages that are part of the RDS data system of the AVR’s tuner. (See page 49 for more information on RDS).

& Delay Adjust Selector: Press this button to begin the process of adjusting the delay settings for Dolby surround modes. See page 33 for more information on delay adjustments.

Digital Optical 4 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.

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Input/Output Status Indicators: These LED indicators will normally light green to show that the front panel Video 4 A/V operating as an input. When either of these jacks has been configured for use as an output, the indicator will turn red to show that the jack may be used for recording. (See page 43 for more information on configuring the front panel jacks as outputs, rather than inputs.)

Digital Coax 4 Jack: This jack is normally used for connection to the output of portable audio devices, video game consoles or other products that have a coax digital jack.

Video 4 Input/Output 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.They may also be configured as output jacks (also S-Video) to feed a signal to any recording Audio or Video device (see page 43 for more information).

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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.

Surround Mode Indicators: The current selected mode or function will appear as one of these indicators. Note that when the unit is turned on, the entire list of available modes will light briefly, and then revert to normal operation with only the active mode indicator illuminated.

jacks are

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 31 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 42 for more information on the Channel Indicators).

Digital Select Button: When playing a source that has a digital output, press this button to select between the Optical

Coaxial

more information).

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 44).

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.

mode or function will appear as one of these indicators. Note that when the unit is turned on, the entire list of available modes will light briefly, and then revert to normal operation with only the active mode indicator illuminated.

delivers messages and status indications to help you operate the receiver.

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.

starting the EzSet/EQ automated setup process, plug the microphone into this jack. The microphone does not need to be plugged in at other times.

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Digital inputs (See page 41 for

Channel Select Button: Press this button

Volume Control:Turn this knob clockwise

Input indicators: The current selected

Main Information Display: This display

Remote Sensor Window:The sensor

EzSet/EQ Microphone Jack: Before

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and

6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Rear Panel Connections

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AM Antenna

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FM Antenna

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Tape Inputs

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Tape Outputs

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Main Subwoofer Output

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DVD Audio Inputs

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CD Inputs

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Multiroom Audio Outputs

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A-BUS Connector

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8-Channel Direct Inputs

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Digital Audio Outputs

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Video Monitor Outputs

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DVD Video Inputs

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Front Speaker Outputs

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Center Speaker Outputs

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Surround Speaker Outputs

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Switched AC Accessory Outlet

NOTE: To assist in making the correct connections for multichannel input/output and speaker connections, all connection jacks and terminals have been color coded in conformance with the latest CEA standards as follows: Front Left: White Front Right: Red Center: Green Surround Left: Blue Surround Right: Gray Surround Back Left: Brown Surround Back Right: Tan Subwoofer (LFE): Purple Digital Audio: Orange Composite Video: Yellow Component Video “Y”: Green Component Video “Pr”: Red Component Video “Pb”: Blue

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USB Connector

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AC Power Cord Jack

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Video 2 Component Video Inputs

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Component Video Outputs

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Video 1 Component Video Inputs

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Remote IR Output

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Remote IR Input

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Multiroom IR Input

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Video 1 Video Outputs

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Video 1 Video Inputs

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HDMI Output

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Video 3 Video Inputs

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Video 2 Video Inputs

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Optical Digital Inputs

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Coaxial Digital Inputs

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HDMI Inputs

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Video 2 Audio Inputs

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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.

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

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Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

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Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

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Main 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. If only one subwoofer is used in your system, connect it here.

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Video 3 Audio Inputs

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Video 1 Audio Inputs

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Video 1 Audio Outputs

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Preamp Outputs

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Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs

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RS-232 Port

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Fan Vents

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DVD/Video 3 Component Video Inputs

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Remote IR Carrier Output

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Trigger 1 Output

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The Bridge Digital Media Player

The

Bridge

(DMP) Input

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

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

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Multiroom Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to an optional audio power amplifier to listen to the source selected by the multiroom system in a remote room.

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A-BUS Connector: Connect this jack to an optional A-BUS-certified remote room keypad or amplifier to extend the multiroom capabilities of your AVR. See page 20 for more information on A-BUS.

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Rear Panel Connections

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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.

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

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

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

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Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right speakers. In conformance with the new CEA color code specification, the White terminal is the positive, or "+" terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on Front Left speaker with the older color coding, while the Red terminal is the positive, or "+" terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on Front Right speaker. Connect the black (–) terminals on the AVR to the black (–) terminals on the speakers. See page 16 for more information on speaker polarity.

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Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + and – terminals on your center channel speaker. In conformance with the new CEA color code specification, the Green Terminal is the positive, or "+" terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on speakers with the older color coding. Connect the black (–) terminal on the AVR to the black negative (–) terminal on your speaker. (See page 16 for more information on speaker polarity.)

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Surround Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + and – terminals on your surround channel speakers. In conformance with the new 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.)

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Switched AC Accessory Outlet: This outlet may be used to power any device that you wish to have turn on when the AVR is turned on with the System Power Control switch

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USB Connector: Connect a cable with a USB “Mini B” connector to the AVR and the other end to a compatible computer running Windows the latest service packs installed, to use this port to listen to audio from the computer through the AVR 445.This connection is also used to connect a compatible computer to the AVR for firmware upgrades, when available. See page 41 for more information on playback of computer audio with the AVR. Instructions for upgrades will accompany the upgrade file download package.

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power cord to this jack when the installation is complete.To ensure safe operation, use only the power cord supplied with the unit. If a replacement is required it must be of the same type and capacity.

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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, but you may change the setting at any time through the

IN/OUT SETUP menu. See page 16 for

more information on configuring the component video inputs.

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Connect these outputs to the component video inputs of a video projector or monitor. When a source connected to one of the two

Component Video Inputs

signal will be sent to these jacks.

2000, Windows®XP or higher with

AC Power Cord Jack: Connect the AC

Component Video 2 Inputs:These inputs

Monitor Component Video Outputs:

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is selected the

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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 Video 1 input, but you may change the setting at any time through the

IN/OUT SETUP menu. See page 16 for

more information on configuring the component video inputs.

Note: All component inputs/outputs can be used for RGB signals too, in the same way as described for the Y/Pr/Pb signals, then connected to the jacks with the corresponding color. RGB connection is not possible if the source outputs a separate sync signal.

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Remote IR Output: This connection permits the IR sensor in the receiver to serve other remote controlled devices. Connect this jack to the “IR IN” jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment.

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Remote IR Input: If the AVR’s front-panel IR sensor is blocked due to cabinet doors or other obstructions, an external IR sensor may be used. Connect the output of the sensor to this jack.

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

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

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

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HDMI Output: Connect this jack to the HDMI input on a compatible HDMI-equipped video display.

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

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

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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, a 2 channel MPEG 1 signal or a standard PCM digital source.

8 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Connections

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Coaxial Digital Inputs: Connect the coax digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, LD player, MD player or CD player to these jacks. The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal, a 2 channel MPEG 1 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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HDMI Inputs: Connect the HDMI output of video sources such as a DVD player, set-top box or HDTV tuner to either of these jacks.

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

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

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

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

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

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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 Multiroom Menu of the OSD system. See page 47 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.

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RS-232 Port: This jack may be used to control the AVR 445 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 445 when appropriate upgrades are available.

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Fan Vents: These ventilation holes are the output of the AVR’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.

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DVD/Video 3 Component Video 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

IN/OUT SETUP menu. See page 17 for

more information on configuring the component video inputs.

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Remote IR Carrier Output: The output of this jack is the full signal received at the

Remote Sensor Window

the Remote IR Input frequency that is removed from signals at the

Remote IR Output

extend IR remote signals to the input of compatible products by direct connection or through the use of optional, external IR “blasters”. If you are in doubt as to which of the two IR Output jacks to use, we recommend that you consult with your dealer or installer, or check with the manufacturer of the external equipment you wish to control.

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Trigger 1 Output: Connect this jack to the “Trigger In” jack of an optional external component such as an audio power amplifier that you want to be controlled to mirror the power state of the AVR 445. When this connection is used, the AVR 445 will automatically send a low-voltage signal to the connected device that turns it on when the AVR 445 is on and off when the AVR 445 is placed in the Standby Mode.The connected component must respond to 6-volt presence as the control signal.

or input through



including the carrier



. Use this output to

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Connector: With the AVR 445 turned off, connect one end of the optional Harman Kardon

other to your compatible Apple iPod. When the Digital Media Player source is selected, you may view your iPod’s control and navigation messages on your video display (if one is connected to one of the Video Monitor

Outputs Display Lines

and select tracks for playback using the

⁄¤‹ ›

your AVR remote. See page 43 for more information.

Digital Media Player (DMP)

to this proprietary connector, and the



), and in the Upper and Lower

. You may navigate the iPod

ButtonsEF, the Set Button

Q and Transport ControlsPP on

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Main Remote Control Functions

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



























Power Off Button

IR Transmitter Window

LCD Information Display

Power On Button

Input Selectors

AVR Selector

AM/FM Tuner Select

6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input

Test Button

Sleep Button

Surround Mode Selector

Night Mode

Channel Select Button

Dim Button

Navigation Button

Set Button

Digital Select

Numeric Keys

Tuner Mode

Direct Button

Tuning Up/Down

OSD Button

Dolby Mode Select Button

DTS Digital Mode Selector

Logic 7 Mode Select Button

Transport Controls

Light Button



Skip Up/Down Buttons



Stereo Mode Select Button



DTS Neo:6 Mode Select



Macro Buttons



Disc Skip Button



Preset Up/Down



Clear Button



Memory Button



Delay/Prev. Ch.



Program Button



Speaker Select



Multiroom



Volume Up/Down



EzSet/EQ On/Off Button



Channel Up/Down Selector



Mute



Tone Control Button

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.

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.

10 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Main Remote Control Functions

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IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 445’s remote may be programmed to control up to seven devices, including the AVR. 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’s remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR 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 or by learning commands from other remotes. Before using the remote with other products, follow the instructions on pages 51-52 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 Selector Button

.The descriptions shown here primarily detail the functions of the remote when it is used to operate the AVR.

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

IR Transmitter Window: Point this window towards the AVR when pressing buttons on the remote to make certain that infrared commands are properly received.

LCD Information Display: This two-line screen displays various information depending on the commands that have been entered into the remote.

Power On Button: Press this button to turn on the power to a device selected by pressing one of the Input Selectors

(except Tape).

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.

The buttons labeled DVD, DMP and HDMI 1 are each used to select either of two input sources:

• The first press of the DVD Button selects the component connected to the DVD inputs.A second press of this button selects the component connected to the CD inputs.

• The first press of the button labeled DMP selects The Bridge as the input. A second press of this button selects the device connected to the Tape inputs.

• The first press of the HDMI 1 button selects the device that is connected to the HDMI 1 jack. A second press selects the device connected to the HDMI 2 jack.

In normal operation, the remote will revert to controlling the AVR when no button is pressed for 6 seconds.This allows the remote to automatically return to control of important functions such as volume, mute and surround mode selection after you have used the remote to control another device. If you wish to change the length of time that the remote operates another device, or to have the remote remain active for control of the other device (such as a DVD player or set-top box) until you manually return control to the AVR by pressing the AVR

Selector

, follow the instructions on page

38.

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.

6-Channel/8 Channel Direct Input:

Press this button to select the device connected to the 6-Channel Direct Inputs or the

8-Channel Direct Inputs



(the input

available will depend on the selection 5.1 or

6.1/7.1 made in the surround mode setting, see page 26 for more information).

Test Tone: Press this button to begin the sequence used to calibrate the AVR’s output levels. (See page 34 for more information on calibrating the AVR.)

Sleep Button: Press this button to place the unit in the Sleep mode.After the time shown in the display, the AVR 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 the appropriate source is selected, using the device Input Selectors

Surround Mode Selector: Press this but-

ton to select any of the HALL, THEATER surround modes. Note that depending on the type of input, some modes are not always available. (See page 36 for more information about surround modes.) Note that this button is also used to tune channels on your TV, VCR and Sat receiver when the appropriate source is selected using the device Input Selector

Night Mode: Press this button to activate

the Night mode.This mode is available only with Dolby Digital encoded sources, and it preserves dialog (center channel) intelligibilty at low volume levels (See page 27 for more information).

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

⁄/¤

buttons Eto select the channel being adjusted, then press the Set button

, followed by the

again, to change the level setting. (See page

⁄/¤

buttons

34 for more information.)

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 temporary; 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 Button

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 also remain at full brightness when the panel is at 50%, but go out when the panel lights are fully dimmed.

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Main Remote Control Functions

Navigation Button: This single disc-like button is used to change or scroll through items in the on-screen menus or on the front panel or to make configuration settings such as digital inputs or delay timing. When changing a setting, first press the button for the function or setting to be changed (e.g., press the Digital Select

Button

to change a digital input) and then press one of these buttons to scroll through the list of options or to increase or decrease a setting. The sections in this manual describing the individual features and functions contain specific information on using these buttons for each application.

Set Button: This button is used to enter settings into the AVR’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 41 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

Information Display

buttons

MANUAL appears in the Main

, pressing the Tuning

K)will move the frequency up or

down in single-step increments.When the FM band is in use and

Information Display

AUTO appears in the Main

, pressing this button will change to monaural reception making even week stations audible. (See page 49 for more information.)

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 49 for more information on the tuner).

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

AUTO appears in the Main Information

Display

cause the tuner to seek the next station with acceptable signal strength for quality reception. When the

Information Display

buttons will tune stations in single-step increments. (See page 50 for more information.)

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

to select one of the available Dolby Surround processing modes. Each press of this button will select one of the Dolby Pro Logic II modes, Dolby 3 Stereo or Dolby Digital. Note that the Dolby Digital mode is only available with a digital input selected and the other modes only as long as a Dolby Digital source is not playing (except Pro Logic II with Dolby Digital 2.0 recordings, see Note on page 40). See page 27 for the available Dolby surround mode options.

source is in use the AVR will select the appropriate mode automatically and no other mode will be available. Pressing this button will display the mode currently selected by the AVR´s decoder, depending on the surround material played and the speaker setting (see item page 5). When a DTS source is not in use, this button has no function. (See page 27, 32 for the available DTS options.)

select one of the available Logic 7 surround modes. (See page 36 for the available Logic 7 options.)

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 51 for more information on programming the remote.)

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

has been pressed or the Band button

on the front panel was held pressed so that

, pressing either of the buttons will

MANUAL appears in the Main

, pressing these

OSD Button: Press this button to activate

Dolby Mode Selector: This button is used

DTS Digital Mode Selector: When a DTS

Logic 7 Selector: Press this button to

Transport Control Buttons: These buttons

Light Button: Press this button to activate the remote’s built-in backlight for better legibility of the buttons in a darkened room.

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Skip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons do not have a direct function with the AVR, but when used with a compatibly programmed CD or DVD player/changer they will change the tracks on the disc currently being played.

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Stereo Mode Selector: Press this button to select a stereo playback mode.When the button is pressed so that

DSP SURR OFF

appears in the Main Information Display˜, the AVR will operate in a bypass mode with true fully analog, two-channel left/right stereo mode with no surround processing or bass management as opposed to other modes where digital processing is used. When the button is pressed so that the Main Information Display

SURROUND OFF appears in

, you may enjoy a two-channel presentation of the sound along with the benefits of bass management. When the button is pressed so that

STEREO

or 7 C H STEREO appears, the

5CH

stereo signal is routed to all five speakers, if installed. (See page 40 for more information on stereo playback modes).

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DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector: Pressing this selector button cycles the AVR through the various DTS Neo:6 modes, which extract a fiveor seven-channel surround field from two-channel program material (from PCM source or analog input signal). The first press selects the last DTS Neo:6 surround mode that was in use, and each subsequent press selects the next mode in the following order:

DTS Neo:6 MUSIC

DTS Neo:6 MOVIES

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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 54 for more information on storing and recalling macros.)

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Disc Skip Button: This button has no direct function for the AVR but may be used to change the disc in a CD or DVD changer when the remote is programmed for that type of device.

12 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Main Remote Control Functions

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Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, press these buttons to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR’s memory. When CD or DVD is selected using the Input Selector button

, these buttons may func-

tion as Slow Fwd/Rev (DVD) or ”+10” (CD, CDR).



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’s preset memory. Two underline indicators will flash at the right side of the Main Information Display

, you then have five seconds to enter a preset memory location using the Numeric Keys

. (See

page 49 for more information.)



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 Set Button the

A/V SYNC DELAY message is visible

and then use the

⁄

Navigation Button

while

to change the setting so that the sound and the video image are in sync. To change the delay for an individual output channel, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEuntil the desired channel name is shown, and then press the Set Button Buttons

. Use the

⁄/¤

Navigation

to change the delay amount. (See

page 33 for more information on delay options.)



Program Button: This button is used to begin the process of programming the remote. Press and hold this button for three seconds to place the remote in the programming mode. Once the red LED under the Set Button

lights, release the button.You may then select from the desired option. (See pages 51-59 for more information on configuring the remote.)



the process of configuring the AVR’s Bass Management System for use with the type of speakers used in your system. Once the button has been pressed, use the select the channel you wish to set up. Press the

Set Button

type (Large, Small or None) appropriate with the speaker in use. (See page 21 for more information.)



the Multiroom system or to begin the process of changing the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 47 for more information on the Multiroom system.)



raise or lower the system volume.



the filters used by EzSet/EQ on or off.This allows you to hear the difference in system performance when EzSet/EQ is engaged or out of the signal path.



has no 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 51-59 for more information on programming the remote.



silence the AVR or TV set being controlled, depending on which device has been selected. When the AVR remote is being programmed to operate another device, this button is pressed with the Input Selector button programming process. (See page 51 for more information on programming the remote.)

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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 “flat” response. The first press of the button displays a

Lower Display Line

display.To take the controls out of the signal path press either of the

Buttons

OUT

press the button again until the desired option appears in the Lower Display Line the on-screen display and then press either of the desired boost or cut setting. See page 25 for more information on the tone controls.

Speaker Select: Press this button to begin

⁄/¤

buttons Eto

and then select the speaker

Multi-Room: Press this button to activate

Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons to

EzSet/EQ Button: Press this button to turn

Channel Up/Down Selector: This button

Mute: Press this button to momentarily

to begin the

Tone Control Button: This button controls

TONE I N message in the

and in the on-screen

⁄

Navigation

until the display reads TONE

. To change the bass or treble settings,

and in

⁄

Navigation ButtonsEto enter the

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MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 13

Zone II Remote Control Functions

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The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR is located, or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the AVR’s Multi IR input jack

We strongly recommend that the ZR 10 remote be used for the initial configuration and setup process for the AVR 445.

A Power Off: When used in the room where the AVR 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 Multi IR jack



, this button turns the Multi-Room system

off.

B AVR Selector: Press this button to turn on the AVR. The input in use when the unit was last on will be selected.

C AM/FM Tuner Select: 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.

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

E OSD Button: Press this button to activate the On Screen Display (OSD) system used to set up or adjust the AVR’s parameters.

F Navigation Controls: Depending on the menu or function in use, pressing these buttons will navigate through menus, scroll through option lists or configuration choices, or move the cursor position. Press the left, right, up or down button, as appropriate to the adjustment being made.

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A Power Off B AVR Selector C AM/FM Tuner Select D Input Selectors E OSD Button F Navigation Controls G Numeric Keys H Disc Skip I Volume Up/Down J Blank Buttons K Mute L Clear Button M Direct Button

14 ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

N Memory Button O Tuner Mode Button P Transport Controls Q Set Button  The Bridge /DMP Selector

NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR is located, or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the AVR’s Multi IR input jack f. When it is used in the same room as the AVR, it will control the

functions of the AVR or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that room. When it is used in a separate room via a sensor connected to the Multi IR Jack f, the buttons for power, input source, volume and mute will control the source and volume for the second zone, as connected to the Multi Out Jacks •. (See page 47 for complete information on using the Multiroom system.)

Zone II Remote Control Functions

G 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.

H Disc Skip: Press this button to change discs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVD changers.

I Volume Up/Down: When used in the room where the AVR 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 Multi IR Jack



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

J Blank Buttons:These buttons are not active. Pressing them will not change or control any function on the AVR 445 or other IR devices.

K Mute:When used in the room where the AVR is located, press this button to temporarily silence the unit. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multi IR Jack



, this button will temporarily silence the feed to the remote room only. Press the button again to return to the previous volume level. Important Note: No matter in which room the Zone II remote is used, as with the main remote it is important to remember to press the Input Selector button D that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate befor you change the device to be controlled.

L Clear Button: Press this button to clear incorrect entries when using the remote to directly enter a radio station’s frequency.

M 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 G to select a station (See page 49 for more information on the tuner).

N Memory Button: Press this button to enter a radio station into the AVR’s preset memory. Two underline indicators will flash at the right side of the Main Information Display

, you then

have five seconds to enter a preset memory location using the Numeric Keys G. (See page 49 for more information.)

O 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

Information Display

buttons

MANUAL appears in the Main

, pressing the Tuning

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

Information Display

AUTO appears in the Main

, pressing this button will change to monaural reception making even week stations audible. (See page 49 for more information.)

P Transport Control Buttons: These buttons do not have any functions for the AVR, but they are programmed for the forward/reverse play operation of a wide variety of Harman Kardon CD or DVD players, and audio- or video-cassette recorders.

Q Set Button:This button is used to enter settings into the AVR’s memory. It is also used in the setup procedures for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment.

 Digital Media Player (DMP) Selector: When Harman Kardon’s (optional) is connected to Digital Media Player (DMP) Connector

compatible Apple

iPod®is docked in ,



and a

pressing this selector will select the iPod as the audio source input device for the AVR 445. In addition, if a video display is connected to one of the Video Monitor Outputs



, the iPod’s messages will appear on screen, and in the Upper and Lower Display Lines

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ButtonsEF, the Set Button

Q and the Transport ControlsPP

.The

may be used to navigate the iPod and to operate many functions. See page 43, and the manuals for The Bridge and your iPod for more information.

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ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 15

Installation and Connections

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

Audio Equipment Connections

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

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

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

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

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

3. Connect the digital output of any digital sources 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 Inputs

*Ó

4. Connect the Coaxial or Optical Digital Outputs

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





. Connect the analog



on the AVR.



on the rear panel of the AVR to the

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

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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 should use a 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter to make the connection.

7. Connect the front, center and surround speaker outputs

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to the respective

speakers.

To ensure 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 1 mm

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 any 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 applicable local 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 7. However, most speakers will still use a red terminal for the postive (+) 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 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.

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.

9. If an external multi-channel audio source with

5.1 or 7.1 outputs such as an external digital processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player is used, connect the outputs of that device to the

8-Channel Direct Inputs



Analog Video Equipment Connections

Analog 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 audio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1 or Video 2 In jacks



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





on the AVR.

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2. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or television set or any other video source to the Video 3



jacks.

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



4. If any of the video source devices has analog component video (Y/Pr/Pb) outputs, but not HDMI, connect them to Component Video

Inputs



. The chart on page 62 has the default settings for various source devices, but you may make any connection and change the configuration setting using the

SETUP

5. The default video connection for a DVD player is to use the Component Video Input 3 Jacks



assignment in the (see page 24). A DVD player’s composite and S-video outputs may also be connected to the

DVD Video Inputs

6. The default audio connection for a DVD player is to link the coaxial digital audio output on the DVD player to the Coaxial 1 Digital Audio

Input

to either the Coaxial inputs, or the Analog DVD Audio Inputs You may change the assignment in the

IN/OUT SETUP menu as described on page

24, or by using the front-panel Digital Input Selector

7. If you wish to use a portable audio/video product such as a camcorder, portable media player or digital still camera with the AVR, or make a connection to a video game console or other source that may not always be connected to the AVR, connect the video outputs of the source to the Video 4 Input/Output Jacks that are behind the Front-Panel Door. If the source has digital audio outputs, connect them to the Optical 4 Digital Input

Coaxial 4 Digital Jack

Connection Notes: When making connections to the Component Video Inputs Optical

to make note of which jacks are connected to which source, using the Worksheet in the Appendix. This will help simplify the configuration process.

menu, as described on page 24.

on the AVR, but you may change this

IN/OUT SETUP menu





, but you may also make a connection





digital audio inputs, it is a good idea

IN/OUT



or Opticaldigital

or the Coaxialor



or the

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 AVR. The audio input polling feature of the AVR will 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.

8. If you have a camcorder, video game or other audio/video device that is connected to the AVR on a temporary, rather than permanent basis, connect the audio, video and digital audio outputs of that device to the Front Panel Inputs

*ÓÔ

jacks

connected to the digital jacks ed as "Optical 4" or "Coaxial 4" input. (See page 43 for more information on input configuration.)

9. Connect the AVR to your video display using one of the following connections, even if you will also use an HDMI connection:

• If your video display has component video

• If your display does not have digital or

. A device connected to the Video 4

is selected as the Video 4 input, and

*Ó

it is select-

inputs (Y/Pr/Pb), connect the Component

Video Outputs

component video inputs, connect the Video Monitor Output

matching input on your display. Only one connection is needed, and S-video is the higher quality signal.





on the AVR to the

HDMI Connections

HDMI™is the abbreviation for High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is quickly becoming the standard connection point between advanced video/audio source products and displays, particularly for high-definition video signals. HDMI is a digital connection, eliminating the need to convert signals back and forth from digital to analog.

Some source or display components in your system may use DVI (Digital Video Interface) for digital video connections. DVI carries the same digital video signals as HDMI but uses a larger connector and does not transport audio or control signals. In most cases, you may mix and match DVI and HDMI digital video connections by using optional connector adapters. Note, however, that some DVI-equipped video displays are not compatible with the HDCP copy protection coding that is increasingly carried with signals connected via HDMI. If you have an HDMI source and a DVI-equipped display, you may occasionally be unable to view a program if the display does not include HDCP. This is not the fault of the AVR or your source; it simply indicates that the video display is not compatible.

The AVR 445 is equipped for HDMI switching, which means that it is able to select either of the two HDMI inputs as the source that feeds your system’s video display. This preserves the digital signal in its original form by passing it directly through from source to display. However, this also means that the AVR does not have access to the signal and thus it is not able to add menus or on-screen messages to HDMI signals, or to process the audio that may be part of the signal in an HDMI connection.

Therefore, the following connections are required when the AVR 445 is used with HDMI sources:

• Connect the HDMI output of a source to either of the HDMI Inputs

• Connect the HDMI Output an HDMI input on your display.

• Connect either an optical or coaxial digital audio output from the source to the AVR. The default connections are Optical 3 source connected to HDMI 1

Coaxial 3 HDMI 2

audio source in conjunction with the HDMI inputs, but if it varies from the default you must make a change to the input’s setting, as shown on page 24.

•

Even when HDMI inputs are used, it is important to make sure that a component, S-video or composite video connection is made between the AVR and your display. This is needed to view both the setup menus and on-screen messages, and to view other (nonHDMI) video sources. The AVR 445 does not convert analog video signals to HDMI.





. You may use any digital or analog





of the AVR to





and

for a source connected to

for a

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SCART A/V Connections

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

Many european video devices are equipped with RCA (Cinch) or S-Video jacks only partially, not for all audio and video in/outputs needed as described above, but with a so called Scart or Euro-AV connector (almost rectangular jack with 21 pins, see drawings on next 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 S-Video 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 (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 directions as shown in the diagrams above and in the instruction attached to the adapter. If uncertain, don’t hesitate to consult your dealer.

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Black

Yellow

Red

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

Green

White

Black

Yellow

Red

Rot

Schwarz

S-Video In

Schwarz

Rot

Blau

Gelb

S-Video In

S-Video Out

Rot

Schwarz

S-Video Out

SCART/Cinch-Adapter for

Figure 1:

playback;

signal flow:

→

SCART

Cinch

Figure 2:

SCART/Cinch-Adapter for

record and playback;

signal flow:

↔

SCART

Cinch

Figure 3:

Cinch/SCART-Adapter for

playback;

signal flow:

→

Cinch

SCART

Figure 4:

SCART/S-Video Adapter

for playback;

signal flow:

→

SCART

Cinch

Figure 5:

SCART/S-Video Adapter

for record and playback;

signal flow:

↔

SCART

Cinch

Black

Yellow

Red

Black

Yellow

Red

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

Green

White

Red

Black

S-Video In

Black

Red

Blue

Yellow

S-Video In

S-Video Out

Important Note for the Use of SCART-Cinch Adapters:

When video sources are connected to the TV directly with a SCART cable, specific control signals apart from Audio/Video signals will be fed to the TV. These specific signals are: With all video sources, the signal for automatic input selection that switches the TV automatically to the appropriate input as soon as the video source is started. And with DVD players, the signals automatically turning the TV to 4:3/16:9 format (with 16:9 TVs or with 4:3 TVs with selectable 16:9 format) 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.

Note for RGB signal with SCART:

If you use a unit providing RGB signals on a SCART output (as e.g. most DVD players do) and you want to use that RGB signal, this SCART output must be connected directly to your TV. Although the AVR can switch three-way video signals (like component signals Y/Pb/Pr), most TVs need separate sync signals for RGB (also with SCART) that cannot be switched and provided by the AVR. RGB signals can be pathed through the AVR only when no separate sync signal is needed (see last ”Video Connection Note” on page 16).

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SCART/S-Video Adapter

Cinch

Figure 6:

for playback;

signal flow:

→

SCART

Red

Black

S-Video Out

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

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Installation and Connections

System and Power Connections

The AVR 445 is designed for flexible use with multiroom systems, external control components and power amplifiers.

Main Room Remote Control Extension

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

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



to the Remote IR Input jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment.

Multiroom IR Link

The key to remote room operation is to link the remote room to the AVR’s location with wire for an infrared receiver and speakers or an amplifier. The remote room IR receiver (this can be an optional IR receiver or any other remotable Harman Kardon device in the remote room with IR sensor integrated) should be connected to the AVR via standard coaxial cable. Connect the Remote IR Output of the device or of the optional sensor with the Multiroom IR Input jack



on the AVR’s rear panel.

If other Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is part of the main room installation, the Remote IR Output jack



on the rear panel should be connected to the IR IN jack on that source device.This will enable the remote room location to control source equipment functions.

When a remote IR sensor is used to control nonHarman Kardon source equipment, we recommend that you make a direct connection or use an optional, external IR “blaster” connected to the Remote IR Carrier Output Jack are in doubt as to which IR Output jack to use for the equipment in your system, contact your dealer or installer, or the manufacturer’s support site and ask whether the unit to be controlled uses “full carrier” or “stripped” carrier IR commands.When “full carrier commands” are used, make the connection to the Remote IR

Carrier Output Jack



. Otherwise, make the connection to the Remote IR Output Jack as noted above.





. If you



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

Multiroom Audio Connections

Depending on your system`s requirement and distance from the AVR to the remote room, three options are available for audio connection:

Option 1: Use high-quality, shielded audio interconnect phono cable from the AVR’s location to the remote room. In the remote room, connect the interconnect cable to a stereo power amplifier. The amplifier will be connected to the room’s

speakers.At the AVR, plug the audio interconnect cables into the Multiroom Output Jacks on the AVR’s rear panel.

Option 2: Place the amplifier that will provide power to the remote location speakers in the same room as the AVR, and connect the Multiroom Output jacks



on the rear panel of the AVR to the audio input of the remote room amplifier. Use the appropriate speaker wire to connect the optional power amplifier to the remote speakers. High-quality wire of at least

2.5 mm

is recommended for long multiroom

connections.

Option 3: Taking advantage of the AVR’s built-in seven-channel amplifier, it is possible to use two of the amplifier channels to power speakers in the remote room. When using this option you will not be able to use the full 7.1-channel capabilities of the AVR in the main listening room, but you will be able to add another listening room without additional external power amplifiers.To use the internal amplifiers to power a remote zone, connect the speakers for the remote room location to the Surround

Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs

using the remote room you will need to configure the amplifiers for surround operation by changing a setting in the Multiroom menu, following the instructions shown on page 47.

NOTE: For all options, you may connect an optional IR sensor (Harman Kardon He 1000) in the remote room to the AVR via an appropriate cable. Connect the sensor’s cable to the

Multiroom IR Input



on the AVR and use the Zone II remote to control the room volume. Alternatively, you may install an optional volume control between the output of the amplifiers and the speakers.





. Before

A-BUS Installation Connections

The AVR is among the very few receivers available today that offers built-in A-BUS/

READY

operation. When used with an optional A-BUS keypad or control module, you have all the benefits of remote zone operation without the need for an external power amplifier.

To use the AVR with an approved A-BUS product, simply connect the keypad or module that is in the remote room to the AVR using standard “Category 5” wiring that is properly rated for the inwall use specific to the installation. Terminate the wiring at the receiver end to a standard RJ-45 jack in compliance with the instructions furnished with the A-BUS module.

No further installation or adjustment is needed, as the A-BUS connector on the AVR routes the signals in and out of the keypad to their proper destination for power, signal source and control. The output fed to the A-BUS jack is determined by the AVR’s multiroom system, and the menus may be used as is.

RS-232 Connections The AVR is equipped with an RS-232 Serial Connection Port



that may be used for two purposes.When the port is connected to a compatible, optional, external computer, keypad or control system the AVR is capable of bi-directional communications that enable the external system to control the AVR, and for the AVR to report status and handshake data back to the controller. Use of the RS-232 port for this type of control requires specific technical knowledge, and we recommend that any connection and programming for control be made by a trained installer or technician familiar with the equipment being used.

The physical connection to the AVR’s RS-232 port is a standard D-9 connection but to assure compatible and proper operation, specific software commands and pin wiring schemes may be required.

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USB Connections

The AVR 445 is one of the few A/V receivers to offer a USB connection that may be used for both playback of compatible audio content from a computer and for loading of system updates (when available).

The physical connection between a computer and the AVR is a simple one, requiring only a cable with a USB “A” type connector on one side and a USB “Mini B” on the other.

Connect the larger, “A” connector on the cable to your computer or a USB hub and the end with the “Mini” USB connector to the USB Jack on the AVR’s rear panel.

NOTES ON USB:

• The USB jack on the AVR is for connection to a computer, or to a hub connected to a computer, only. DO NOT connect it directly to other devices such as card readers, USB memory storage devices, external hard drives, USB accessories, digital cameras or cellular phones. Connection to these devices may cause damage to the device and/or the AVR that is not covered by the AVR’s warranty.

• The AVR’s USB connection may only be used for audio playback and system upgrades. It may not be used for other purposes, such as system control, video or still-image playback.

Trigger Jack Connection The AVR is equipped with a low-voltage Amp Trigger Jack

optional, external power amplifiers, screen motors, motorized blinds or other compatible products that may be part of a home theater installation. Once the connections are made, operation is seamless in that the low-voltage control signal is sent to the screen, blinds or other device when the AVR is turned on, and it is turned off along with the AVR. Due to the

complexity of interfacing with powercontrolled devices, we strongly recommend that the installation be done by a qualified installer.

The AVR’s trigger jack is a 3.5mm mono plug that delivers a 5-volt DC signal to the center pin (“tip”) of the plug (+) with the outer shaft (“ring”) of the plug as the negative (–) or ground connection.



that may be used to activate



AC Power Connections

This unit is equipped with an accessory AC outlet. It may be used to power accessory devices, but should not be used with high-current draw equipment such as power amplifiers.The total power draw to the Switched Outlet not exceed 100 watts.

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

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

The AVR features a removable power cord that allows wires to be run to a complex installation so that the unit, itself, need not be installed until it is ready for connection. When all connections described above have been made, connect the AC Power cord to the AC Power Cord Jack

The AVR draws significantly more current than other household devices such as computers that use removable power cords. For that reason, it is important that only the cord supplied with the unit (or a direct replacement of identical capacity) be used.

Once the power cord is connected, you are almost ready to enjoy the AVR’s incredible power and fidelity!



outlet will receive power only



must



Speaker Selection

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

Speaker Placement

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

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

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

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

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

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

When the AVR is used in 5.1-channel operation, the preferred location for surround speakers is on the side walls of the room, at or slightly behind the listening position. In a 7.1-channel system, both side surround and back surround speakers are required. The center of the speaker should face you (see below).

A 6.1 surround speaker adds an additional center back surround speaker to the system, enabling you to enjoy the benefits of advanced surround modes such as Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES and Harman Kardon’s proprietary Logic 7/7.1 processing.

To step up to a 6.1 system, first place the speakers for a 5.1 system.The “sixth” speaker should ideally be placed at the center of the room’s rear wall, pointing directly toward the front center channel speaker.

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Note: The 6.1-channel configuration is not

recommended for the AVR 445. We strongly recommend a 7.1-channel installation as described below.When 6.1-channel materials are played through a 7.1-channel system, the same surround back channel information is played through both the left and right surround back speakers.

If you are only able to install a single surround back speaker at this time, you will not be able to run the full EzSet/EQ 7.1-channel calibration procedure. In that case, we suggest you install all of your speakers except the surround back speaker, and run the EzSet/EQ procedure for a

5.1-channel system (see page 28). After EzSet/EQ has finished, connect the single surround back speaker to the

Outputs

left

Surround Back Speaker



. Then follow the instructions starting on page 30 to manually configure your surround back speaker.

We recommend that you consider adding a second surround back speaker as soon as possible.

Rear surround speakers are required when a full

7.1-channel system is installed, and they may also be used in 5.1 channel mode as an alternative mounting position when it is not practical to place the main surround speakers at the sides of the room. Speakers may be placed on a rear wall, behind the listening position. As with the side speakers, the center of the rear surrounds should face you. The speakers should be no more than 2 meters behind the rear of the seating area.

The additional Surround Back Left/Right speakers are placed at about 150 degrees on the circle, pointing inward, toward the listening area.The easiest way to visualize the placement of these speakers is to place the surround back left speaker directly opposite the right front speaker and to place the surround back right speaker directly opposite the left front speaker.

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.

For more information on subwoofer placement, as well as a variety of topics relating to audio and home theater, visit the Technology section of our Web site at www.harmankardon.com. Links are provided there to informative white papers written by the acoustic and electronics experts at Harman Kardon and at our parent company, Harman International Industries, Inc.

Notes on speaker placement:

1. The limitations of your listening room, including the placement of walls and furniture, may make it difficult to follow the speaker placement suggestions shown above. Depending on the specific layout of the room, here are some ways to compensate for unusual conditions:

• Try to follow the suggested placement, but move the speakers within a meter from the preferred locations.

• Regardless of where they are placed, always try to make certain that the main surround speakers are the same distance from the front speakers. (For example, try not to have the right surround speaker further back into the room than the left surround speaker.)

• If it is not possible to wall-mount or place speakers on a shelf, consider the use of optional floor stands, available for many speakers.

2. When using ceiling-mounted in-wall speakers,

follow the same guidelines shown for conventional floorstanding or shelf-mounted speakers.

3. When you have reassigned the surround back

channels for use in a multiroom system, follow the speaker placement instructions for a

5.1-channel system for your main listening area

(see page 21).

At least 15 cm from celling

At least 60 cm

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

5.1-Channel System

6.1-Channel System

7.1-Channel System

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System Configuration

Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps are to program the system configuration memories.

Although it is necessary to assign input/output settings and surround mode choices manually, we recommend that you take advantage of the power and precision of EzSet/EQ to automatically select and enter the settings for all other audio parameters.This will not only save you time; it will ensure that your room is calibrated and equalized with an accuracy not possible when these settings are made manually.You are now ready to power up the AVR to begin these final adjustments.

First Turn On

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

1. Make certain that the AC power cord is firmly inserted in to the AC Power cord Recepticle



and plug the cord into an unswitched AC outlet. To maintian the unit's safety rating, DO NOT substitute the power cord for one with lower current capacity.

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

3. Remove the protective plastic film from the main front-panel lens. If left in place, the film may affect the performance of your remote control.

4. Install the four supplied AAA batteries in the remote as shown. Be certain to follow the (+) and (–) polarity indicators that are on the top of the battery compartment.

5. Turn the AVR on either by pressing the System

Power Control Selector

or the Input Source

on the front panel, or via the

remote by pressing the Power On Button

AVR Selector Selectors Indicator

or any of the Input

on the remote.The Power

will turn blue to confirm that the

unit is on, and the Main Information Display

will also light up.

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector

buttons

Selector

to turn the unit on, press the AVR

to have the remote control the AVR

functions.

will turn orange,

in until it

Using the On-Screen Display

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

To view the on-screen menus, make certain that you have made a video connection to the appropriate matching input of your TV or projector. In order to view the AVR 445’s displays, the correct video source must be selected on the video display. On-screen menus may be viewed through component, S-video or composite video connections, but they are not available when an HDMI source is selected as the input or through the HDMI Output

IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the on-screen menus using a CRT-based projector,plasma display or any direct-view CRT monitor or television, it is important that they not be left on the screen for an extended period of time.As with any video display, but particularly with projectors, constant display of a static image such as these menus or video game images may cause the image to be permanently “burned into” the CRT. This type of damage is not covered by the AVR warranty and may not be covered by the projector TV set’s warranty.

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

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

tion Display tem is used, OSD ON will appear in the Upper Display Line

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

The full OSD system can always be turned on or

off by pressing the OSD button button is pressed the (Figure 7) will appear, and adjustments are made from the individual menus. Note that the menus will remain on the screen for 20 seconds after the latest action was made on the screen menu, then they will “time-out” and disappear from the screen. The time-out may be increased to as much as 50 seconds by going to the

ADVANCED SELECT menu, and changing

the item titled



. When the full OSD menu sys-

MASTER MENU

FULL OSD TIME OUT.

. When this

The semi-OSD system is also available as a system default, although it may be turned off by using the

ADVANCED SELECT menu. (See

page 46). With the semi-OSD system, you may make adjustments directly, by pressing the buttons on the front panel or remote control for the specific parameter to be adjusted. For example, to change the digital input for any of the sources, press the Digital Select Button then any of the Selector buttons

⁄/¤

on the front panel or remote.

** MASTER MENU **

→

IN/OUT SETUP AUDIO ADJUST SURROUND SETUP EZSET/EQ MULTI-ROOM ADVANCED

ÛGand

‹/›

Figure 7

The full-OSD menus remain on the screen for twenty seconds after the last button press, after which they “time out” and disappear from the screen. The length of time menus remain on the screen before the time-out may be increased to as long as fifty seconds by adjusting the settings for

FULL OSD TIME OUT in the

ADVANCED SELECT menu, as shown on

page 46.

NOTE: Semi-OSD messages are not available when a 480p or any high definition image is being viewed.

System Setup

The AVR features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for component video assignment, digital input, surround mode for each input source.To ease the speaker setting, the same speaker setting can also be made for all inputs. This flexibility enables you to custom tailor the way in which you listen to each source and have the AVR memorize them. This means, for example, that you may associate different surround modes and analog or digital inputs with different sources. Once these settings are made, they will automatically be recalled whenever you select that input.

To simplify initial configuration and operation, the AVR has been preconfigured with input settings that are typical for home theater systems.These settings are detailed in the worksheets in the Appendix. Before adjusting the input settings, it is a good idea to compare your input connections to the defaults so that you may see where changes need to be made.

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 23

System Configuration

Before using the unit, you will probably want to change the settings for some inputs so that they are properly configured to reflect the use of digital or analog inputs and the surround mode associated with the input. Remember that since the AVR memorizes the settings for each input individually, you will need to make these adjustments for each input used. However, once they are made, further adjustment is only required when system components are changed.

To make this process as quick and as easy as possible, we suggest that you use the full-OSD system with the on-screen menus, and step through each input.

In/Out Setup

The first step in configuring the AVR is to select an input, i.e. to associate an analog or digital input with each input source in use, e.g. CD or DVD. Note that once an input is selected, all settings for the Digital Input, Speaker Configuration and Surround Mode will ”attach” themselves to that input and be stored in a nonvolatile memory.This means that once made, the selection of an input will automatically recall those settings. For that reason, the procedures described below must be repeated for each input source so that you have the opportunity to custom tailor each source to your specific listening requirements. However, once made they need not be changed again unless you need to alter a setting.

When using the full-OSD system to make the setup adjustments, press the OSD button once so that the MASTER MENU (Figure 7) appears. Note that the ➞ cursor will be next to the

IN/OUT SETUP line. Press the Set

button

to enter the menu and the

IN/OUT SETUP menu (Figure 8) will

appear on the screen. Press the

‹/› buttons

until the desired input name appears in the highlighted video, as well as being indicated in the front panel Input Indicators

* IN/OUT SETUP *

→

SOURCE: VIDEO 1 TITLE: AUDIO IN-PORT: ANALOG AUDIO AUTO POLL: ON OFF VIDEO IN-PORT: AUTO COMPONENT INPUT: COMP 1 VIDEO PROCESS: V CONVER A/V SYNC DLAY: 0mS MASTER MENU PAGE 2

Figure 8

When any input other than the tuner, 8-channel inputs or USB input, is selected as the source, you have the option of renaming the input as it appears in the on-screen and front panel messages.This is helpful if you have more than one VCR, if you wish to associate a specific product brand name with the input, or to simply enter any name that will help you to remember which source is being selected.

⁄

To change the input name, press the

Navigation ButtonEon the remote so that

the ➞ cursor is pointing to and hold the Set Button

TITLE. Next, press

for a few seconds until a flashing box appears to the right of the colon. Immediately release the Set Button

as you are now ready to enter the device name.

⁄

Press the

Navigation ButtonEand

note that a complete set of alpha-numeric characters will appear with the start of the alphabet in capital letters followed by the lowercase letters and then numbers and symbols. When you press the

, a series of symbols and numbers will

Navigation Button

appear, followed by a reverse list of the alphabet in lower-case letters. Press the button either way until the first letter of the desired name appears. If you wish to enter a blank space as the first character, press the

When the desired character appears, press the

›

Navigation ButtonE.

›

Navigation ButtonEand repeat the process

for the next letter, and continue until the desired name is entered, up to a maximum of fourteen characters.

Press the Set Button

to enter the input name into the system memory and to proceed with the configuration process.

The audio input defaults for all sources except the Tuner, USB and 6/8-Channel Direct inputs are shown in the table in the Appendix. If your system configuration follows the default table, no changes are needed and you may press the

⁄

Navigation ButtonEF to move to

the next line.

With the cursor pointing to

IN-PORT

Button

, press the

F to change the default to a

AUDIO

‹/›

Navigation

different audio input connection. When the name

⁄

of the desired input appears, press the

Navigation ButtonEF to move to the next line.

In normal operation, when a digital audio stream is interrupted, the unit will automatically switch to the analog inputs associated with that source. This is particularly useful with cable set-top boxes where the input is normally digital, but occasionally changes to analog. If you wish to configure an input so that the auto-poll circuit is turned off, while the on-screen cursor is pointing to the

AUDIO AUTO POLL line, simply

press the that

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEF so

OFF (rather than ON) is in a white video

highlight.

When the desired auto-poll setting is entered,

⁄

press the

Navigation ButtonEF to

move to the next line.

When the cursor is at the

VIDEO IN-PORT

line, you are able to select an alternative to the default input setting for the video input associated with any source except HDMI 1 and HDMI 2. For the Video 1 and Video 4 inputs, the factory default of

AUTO will select either

composite or S-video, depending on which has an active signal. For the Video 2, Video 3 and DVD inputs, the

AUTO setting will normally

select the default component input, but if it is not in use, the system will revert to a composite or S-video output if either one is active.

You may set

COMPONENT INPUT to OFF

if you aren’t using component video, and the AVR will not select the component video inputs.

To have the AVR always look to a specific source connection when an input is selected, make certain that the on-screen cursor is pointing to the

VIDEO IN-PORT line, and then press

‹/›

the

Navigation ButtonEF until the

name of the desired input appears.

Note that this setting is not available when the HDMI inputs are selected. The choice of available inputs may vary according to whether an audioonly source (such as the tuner, CD or tape) or an audio/ video source (such as Video 1–Video 4 or DVD) is selected.

When the desired video input setting has been

⁄

made, press the

F to move to the next line.

Navigation Button

If your system includes any sources that are equipped with Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs, the AVR is able to switch them to send the proper signals to your video display. Each of the

Component Video Inputs

JL

assigned to a default source, as shown in the table in the Appendix, but if you have connected your system differently than the factory settings, you may select any of the three inputs for any source except the HDMI inputs or the Tuner. If your system does not include component video at this time, or if you do not need to change these defaults, press the

F to go to the next setting.

Navigation Button

To change the Component Video assignment, first make certain that the ➞ cursor is pointing to the COMPONENT IN line on the menu screen, and then press the

Button

F until you see the desired input

‹/›

Navigation

in the highlighted video.

When the desired component input has been selected, press the ¤Navigation Button

F go to the next setting.

VIDEO PROCESS line, you are able

At the to select whether video format conversion, is to be used with the input source being configured. If you do not need to change the setting, simply

⁄

press the

Navigation ButtonEF to

move to the next line.

24 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

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The V-CONVERSIONsetting will not apply any video enhancement or processing to the incoming video signal, but it will output it in one of the following ways, depending on the input source.

• A standard-definition (480i or 576i) analog signal (composite, S-video or component) will be converted so that it is available at its input resolution, at the standard composite, S-video or component analog video outputs.The signal will also be available at the record outputs.

• An analog component high-definition signal will be output at its input resolution as an analog component signal, but not through the analog composite or S-video monitor, or HDMI or record outputs.

• HDMI input signals, regardless of their resolution, will be output through the HDMI outputs.

The

BYPASS setting will not apply any video

enhancement or processing to the incoming video signal, but it will output it in one of the following ways, depending on the input source.

• Analog signals (composite, S-video or component) will output only in the resolution and format that matches the input for both the main “Monitor” connection as well as for the record outputs.

• HDMI input signals, regardless of their resolution, will be output through the HDMI outputs.

When any needed change to the video processing setting has been made, press the Navigation ButtonEF to move to the next line.

A/V SYNC DELAY line, you are able

At the to enter a setting that delays the audio output slightly behind the video so that the loss of lip sync that may occur due to digital video processing in the transmission of a program, in the playback unit or in the display is corrected. This lack of lip sync is not a fault of the sources; rather, it is a by-product of video signal processing. In most cases, we recommend that the delay adjustment be made using the directaccess controls on the remote so that you may more accurately adjust the delay while viewing the on-screen image, following the instructions shown on page 33, but you may also make it here using the menu system. As the amount of delay needed may vary from one source to another, we strongly recommend that you adjust it for each input.

To adjust the A/V sync delay time from the

IN/OUT SETUP menu, make certain that

the cursor is pointing to the

DELAY

line, and then press the

A/V SYNC

Navigation ButtonEF until the desired amount of delay is applied so that the on-screen video matches the audio.

‹/›

⁄

When all configuration adjustments on this menu

⁄

screen have been made, press the

Navigation ButtonEF until the onscreen cursor is pointing to press the Set Button

PAGE 2 and then

Q to move to the

second screen of input/output settings. If all settings for input configuration are complete,

⁄

press the

Navigation ButtonEF

until the on-screen cursor is pointing to

MASTER MENU and then press the Set

Button

Q to return to the main menu

screen.

The second page of the

IN/OUT SETUP

menu (Figure 9) allows you to further configure the AVR 445 for special custom features.

When the adjustment has been made, or if no adjustment is required and all settings on this

⁄

page are complete, press the

Button

F until the on-screen cursor is

pointing to

Button

IN/OUT SETUP menu to configure another

PAGE 1 and then press the Set

Q to return to the main

Navigation

input, or if no further input configuration

⁄

adjustments are needed, press the

Navigation ButtonEF until the onscreen cursor is pointing to

MASTER MENU

and then press the Set ButtonFQ to return to the main menu screen.

Audio Setup

This menu allows you to configure the tone con-

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trols. If you do not wish to change any of those

* IN/OUT SETUP *

➔

VIDEO 4 :IN OUT REC OUT :ANALOG MASTER MENU PAGE 1

Figure 9

An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the ability to switch front panel jacks from their normal use as inputs to output connections so that portable recording devices may easily be connected. The front panel analog Video 4 Jacks

are

settings at this time, proceed to the next menu screen. However, to make configuration changes to those parameters, make certain that the

MASTER MENU is on the screen with the ➞

cursor pointing to the and press the Set Button

AUDIO SETUP menu (Figure 12) will appear.

* AUDIO SETUP *

→

TONE :IN OUT BASS :0 TREBLE :0

BACK TO MASTER MENU

AUDIO SETUP line,

Q.The

normally set as an input for use with camcorders,

video games and other portable audio/video products, but they may be switched to an output for connection to portable audio/video recorders. To temporarily switch them to outputs, select the

›

button

IN/OUT SETUP menu. Press the

F until the on-screen ➞ cursor is pointing

to the

VIDEO 4 line. Press the

F so that the word OUT is highlighted.

Note that the Input/Output Status Indicator

(

between the S and Composite video jacks

will turn red, indicating that the analog Video 4

jacks

are now record outputs.

Selection of the jacks as an output will remain effective as long as the AVR is on. However,once the unit is turned off,the jack will revert to its normal use as an input when the unit is turned on again.

The

REC OUT line enables you to select what

the audio output is at the analog record outputs for the input source being configured. Press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEF to choose one of the following if you wish to change the default setting:

• ANALOG selects an unprocessed pass-

Figure 12

The first line controls whether or not the bass/treble tone controls are in the signal path. The normal default is for them to be in-line, but if you wish to remove them from the circuit for “flat” response, first make certain that the ➞ cursor is pointing to the menu and press the

F so that OUT is highlighted in reverse

TONE line on the

‹/›

Navigation Button

video.

If you wish to leave the tone controls in the signal path, the amount off boost or cut for bass and treble may be adjusted by pressing the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF so that the

➞ cursor is next to the line for the setting you wish to adjust. Next, press the

Button

F until the desired setting is

‹/›

Navigation

shown.

When all desired changes have been made on

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

this menu, press the

F so that the ➞ cursor is next to the

BACK T O MAIN MENU line and press

the Set Button

through of an analog source and is the default setting for most inputs.

•

DSP DOWNMIX selects a two-channel

downmix of a multichannel digital input.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 25

System Configuration

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Surround Setup

The next step for that input is to set the surround mode you wish to use with that input. Since surround modes are a matter of personal taste, feel free to select any mode you wish – you may change it later. The Surround Mode chart on page 36 may help you select the mode best suited to the input source selected. For example you may select Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 for most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to digital sources. In the case of inputs such as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner, you may wish to set the mode to Stereo, if that is your preferred listening mode for standard stereo sources, where it is unlikely that sur

round encoded material will be used. Alternatively, the 5 Channel Stereo or

Logic 7 Music mode may also

be a good choice for stereo-only source material.

It is easiest to complete the surround setup using the full-OSD on-screen menus. From the

MASTER menu (Figure 7), press the

⁄/¤

buttons EF until the ➞ cursor is next to the

SURROUND SELECT menu. Press the Set

Button

Q so that the SURROUND

SELECT

menu (Figure 13) is on the screen.

upsampled 96kHz sample rate, press the Navigation ButtonsEF once so that 96kHz is highlighted.

When the desired setting has been made, or if no adjustment is required at this line, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF to move to

the next configuration line.

SURR MODE and SELECT lines are

The related, as they guide you to the choice of the surround mode that will be activated whenever the input being configured is selected.

At the

SURR MODE line, press the

Navigation ButtonsEF to select the surround mode group (such as Dolby modes, DTS modes, Logic 7 modes, and DSP or Stereo modes) that is applicable to the input source.After making a selection, press the

Button

F to move to the SELECT line.

SELECT line, you are able to choose

At the

⁄/¤

the specific mode to be used from within the major surround mode group.The choice of modes is governed by the input type (as some modes such as Dolby Digital or DTS-ES are not available for analog sources), as well as by the speaker

‹/›

Navigation

configuration, since some modes are only

** SURROUND SETUP **

➔

SOURCE: VIDEO 1 AUDIO IN PORT: ANALOG AUDIO IN: PCM 44.1kHz ADC SAMPLING: 48K 96K SURR MODE: LOGIC 7 SURR SELECT: MUSIC 5.1 DEFAULT SURR: LAST SURROUND CONFIG DOLBY SURR SETUP BACK TO MASTER MENU

available when a full 7.1 speaker complement is present. The full list of available modes is detailed in the surround mode chart on page 36. In addition, you may also use the settings in the

SURROUND CONFIG menus to delete

modes you do not normally use from the available choices.

When both a surround mode group and a

Figure 13

The first line on the menu allows you to select the input for which the specific surround settings will be applied. Press the

Buttons

F to select the input source to

‹/›

Navigation

be configured.

AUDIO IN-PORT and AUDIO I N

The lines are for display only and may not be changed through the

SURROUND SETUP

menu. The AUDIO IN-PORT displays the physical connection source for the current active input, and the signal type present. Note that an

AUDIO I N line shows the

UNLOCK

message in the AUDIO I N line indicates that a digital physical input source has been selected, but that no data stream is present.

When the input selection has been made, press

⁄/¤

the

Navigation ButtonEF to move

to the next configuration line.

ADC SAMPLING line is where you

The determine whether the unit’s upsampling feature is turned on or off.The default setting of 48kHz puts the feature in a bypass, or “off,” mode and will pass digital audio data through the DSP at its native sample rate.To process incoming

44.1kHz signals at a higher resolution,

specific surround mode have been selected, press

⁄/¤

the

Navigation ButtonEF to move

to the next configuration line.

DEFAULT SURR mode line is where you

The choose the mode that is activated when a digital source is selected. The factory default setting of

LAST will activate the last-used mode for any

digital source. If you prefer to always have a digital source switch to the specific mode encoded by digital data flags in the incoming audio data stream, press the

Buttons

F so that ORIGINAL

‹/›

Navigation

appears.

Before proceeding to the

CONFIG

line, it is worth noting that the

SURROUND

settings in the submenus attached to that line may require a considerable amount of time to complete.Although they are useful in that they allow you to customize the list of surround modes that appear in normal use of the AVR, you may wish to bypass those settings at this time so that you may complete the configuration process. You may return to this menu line at a later time, once you have had a chance to listen to the various surround modes and determine which you want to “keep” and which you do not want to use.The settings in this line are not primary

controls and do not impact the way the AVR “sounds.”

To proceed to the line, press the

F to move to that line; otherwise, press it

again to move to the

SETUP

SURROUND CONFIG

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

DOLBY SURR

line and skip to the instructions for

that setting.

SURROUND CONFIG line is your

The gateway to a broad range of surround mode configurations.To continue, press the Set

Button

Q to go to the main

SURROUND CONFIG menu (Figure 14).

** SURROUND CONFIG **

➔

LOGIC 7 GLOBAL:OFF DOLBY MULTI CONFIG DOLBY 2.0 CONFIG DTS CONFIG PCM 44.1/48kHz CONFIG PCM 96k CONFIG

BACK TO SURROUND CONFIG

Figure 14

The LOGIC7 GLOBAL line is the only item on this menu page that is menu-specific, and it allows you to select whether or not Logic 7 will be the default surround mode for any incoming audio signal. The default setting is chooses the native mode. Press the

OFF, which

‹/›

Navigation ButtonsEF so that ON appears, to activate the global Logic 7 setting for this input.

The remaining five items in this menu are global settings that take you to a submenu listing the individual surround modes available within the selected mode group.To select a surround mode list, press the

F until the on-screen cursor is pointing to

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

the desired mode, and then press the Set Button

⁄/¤

Q. Within each menu, press the

Navigation ButtonEF to move the cursor up and down through the list, and then press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonsEF to

turn the mode “ON” or “OFF.”

• When a mode is

ON, the mode will appear in

all menu selections whenever you are changing the surround mode.

• When a mode is

OFF, the mode will not

appear.

• Some modes, such as Dolby Digital, DTS and

the Stereo mode in the PCM menus, are not defeatable.

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System Configuration

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A complete list of the AVR 445’s surround modes may be found on page 36, but here are some items that will help you decide which modes you want included in your setup, and which modes you may wish to turn off.

• The

DOLBY MULT CONFIG group

contains the surround modes available when a multichannel Dolby Digital, encoded source is present. This includes both the native Dolby Discrete mode, which cannot be turned off, as well as other modes which may be applied as post-processing on the source and system speaker configuration.

• The

DOLBY 2.0 CONFIG group con-

tains the surround modes available when a two-channel Dolby Digital-encoded source is present. This includes both the native Dolby Discrete mode, which cannot be turned off, as well as other modes which may be applied as post-processing on the source and system speaker configuration.

• The

DTS CONFIG group contains the sur-

round modes available when a DTS-encoded digital source is present. This includes both the native DTS Discrete mode, which cannot be turned off, as well as other modes which may be applied as post-processing on the source and system speaker configuration.

• The

PCM 44.1/48KHZ CONFIG

group contains the surround modes available when a PCM digital data stream is present. This includes not only PCM sources from DVD or CD players, but also all two-channel analog sources that are in use, as they are converted to PCM within the AVR 445. The modes available include the proprietary Dolby modes (including Dolby Headphone and Dolby Virtual Speaker), DTS processing, our own Logic 7 modes, the conventional “DSP” modes (such as “Hall” and “Theater”) and the “Stereo” modes.

• The

PCM 96KHZ CONFIG group

contains the surround modes available when a PCM digital data stream is present. This includes not only 96kHz PCM sources from DVD or CD players, but also all two-channel analog sources when 96kHz is chosen in the

ADC SAMPLING mode line in the SURROUND SETUP menu. The modes

available include the proprietary Dolby mode (including Dolby Headphone and Dolby Virtual Speaker), DTS processing, our own Logic 7 modes, the conventional “DSP” modes (such as “Hall” and “Theater”) and the “Stereo” modes.

Note: When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is selected and playing, the AVR will select the appropriate surround mode automatically, no matter which surround mode was selected for that input as default. Then no other surround modes

will be available, except all Pro Logic II modes with Dolby Digital 2 channel (2.0) recordings.

On the

Dolby menu (Figure 15), the selection

choices include Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and IIx Music, Dolby Pro Logic II and IIx Cinema, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Virtual Speaker Reference and Wide, and Dolby 3 Stereo. A complete explanation of these modes is found on Page 36. The Dolby Digital EX mode is only available when the system is set for 6.1/7.1 operation by configuring the Surround Back speakers to “Small” or “Large” as described on page 31.When a disc is playing that contains a special “flag” signal in the digital audio data stream, the EX mode will be selected automatically. It may also be selected using this menu or through the front panel or remote controls.A complete explanation of these modes is found on page 36.

When all surround modes that are not required have been turned off, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF until the onscreen cursor is pointing to

SURROUND CONFIG

Button

The final item on the

BACK T O

; then press the Set

SURROUND SETUP

menu is the DOLBY SURR SETUP line. When the on-screen cursor is at this line, press the Set Button

SURROUND

Q to call the DOLBY

menu (Figure 13) up on the

screen.

When the ➞ cursor is pointing to the

MODE

line, press the ‹/›Navigation Buttons

F to select the desired Dolby surround

mode, again remembering that the choice of available modes will vary with the type of program material being played and the number of speakers in your system configuratioin.

** DOLBY SURROUND **

➔

MODE: DOLBY PLIIx MUSIC CENTER WIDTH : 3 DIMENSION : 0 PANORAMA: OFF ON NIGHT: OFF MID MAX

BACK TO SURROUND SETUP

Figure 15

When Dolby Pro Logic II Music or Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music is selected as the listening mode, three special settings are available to tailor the sound field to your listening room environment and your individual taste and preferences. (When other Dolby Surround modes are selected, dotted lines will indicate that these settings are not active.)

• Center Width:This setting adjusts the balance of the vocal information in the front soundstage between the center and front left/right speakers.The lower settings spread the center channel sound more broadly into

the left and right channels.A higher number (up to “7”) produces a tighter center channel presentatioin.

• Dimension: This setting alters the perceived depth of the surround field by creating a shallower presentation that appears to move sounds toward the front of the room, or a deeper presentation that appears to move the center of the sound field toward the back of the room. The setting of “O” is a neutral default, with the range of adjustment shown as “R-3” for a deeper, rear-oriented sound to “F-3” for a shallower, front-oriented sound.

• Panorama: Switch this setting on or off to add an enveloping wrap-around presentation that increases the perception of sound along the sides of the room.

To change these parameters, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonsEF while the DOLBY SURROUND menu is on the screen until the ➞ cursor is pointing to the line on the menu with the parameter you wish to change.Then, press

‹/›

the

Navigation ButtonsEF to alter

the setting to your taste.

Note that when the Dolby Digital mode is selected there are additional settings available for the Night mode that are associated with the surround mode only, not with the input. That´s why these settings must be made only once, not with each input in use.

** DOLBY SURROUND **

MODE: DOLBY DIGITAL

CENTER WIDTH: --DIMENSION : --PANORAMA : --NIGHT:OFF MID MAX

BACK TO SURR SELECT

Figure 16

Night Mode Settings

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

To adjust the Night mode setting from the menu press the OSD Button

MASTER menu appears.Then press the

E so that the

button EF to access the AUDIO

SETUP

select the

Set

and press the Set ButtonFQ to

SURROUND SETUP menu. Press

Q to select the DOLBY menu (see

fig. 15).

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 27

System Configuration

To adjust the Night mode setting, make certain that the

› cursor is on the NIGHT line of the

DOLBY menu. Next, press

F to choose between the following

‹/›

Buttons

settings.

OFF: When OFF is highlighted, the Night mode

will not function.

MID: When MID is in the highlighted video,

a mild compression will be applied.

MAX: When MAX is in the highlighted video,

a more severe compression algorithm will be applied.

When you want to use the Night mode feature, we recommend that you select the MID setting as a starting point and change to the MAX setting later, if desired.

Note that the Night mode may be adjusted directly any time that Dolby Digital surround mode is selected by pressing the Night button

. When the button is pressed, the words

D-RANGE followed by the current setting

(

MID, MAX, OFF) will appear in the lower

third of the video screen and in the Main Information Display

. Press the

⁄/¤

buttons EF within five seconds to select the desired setting, then press the Set Button

Q to confirm the setting.

When all settings on the

SURROUND

⁄/¤

the

Navigation ButtonEF until

the cursor is next to

SETUP

and press the Set ButtonFQ.

DOLBY

menu have been competed, press

BACK T O SURROUND

You may then make any additional changes to the available options from that screen, or use

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF to move the

cursor to the

CONFIG

At the main may change the

BACK T O SURROUND

menu and press the Set Button

Q again to back up one menu.

SURROUND SETUP menu, you

SOURCE to make adjustments

to another input, or when all input sources have been configured, use

F to move the cursor to the BACK T O

MASTER MENU

Q to return to the main menu so that you

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

and press the Set Button

may move to the next step in configuring your AVR 445.

Using EzSet/EQ

The AVR 445 uses Harman Kardon’s EzSet/EQ technology to automatically configure your system to deliver the best possible performance based on your specific speaker selection, where the speakers are placed in the room and the acoustic influences in your listening room. By using a series of test signals and the processing power of the Texas Instruments DA 610 digital signal processor, EzSet/EQ eliminates the need for manual adjustment of speaker “size”,

crossover, delay and output level settings while it adds the power of a multi-band parametric equalizer to smooth out the frequency settings for optimal sound reproduction.

In addition to making system setup quick and easy, EzSet/EQ is more precise than manual settings.With EzSet/EQ you are able to calibrate your system in a fraction of the time it would take to enter the settings manually, and with results that rival those achieved with expensive test equipment and time consuming procedures. The end result is a system calibration profile that enables your new receiver to deliver the best possible sound no matter what type of speakers you have or what the dimensions of your listening room are.

We recommend that you take advantage of the precision of EzSet/EQ to calibrate your system, but if desired you may also make any of the configuration settings manually, or trim the settings provided by EzSet/EQ by following the instructions on pages 31-34.

Before starting the EzSet/EQ process, make certain that you have connected all speakers for your system and that you have both the EzSet/EQ microphone and the extender rod handy. If you have a standard camera tripod, attach the extender rod to the tripod, and then screw the microphone to the top of the rod. Place the tripod at your primary listening position, at least one meter from the nearest speaker and adjust it so that microphone is at least one meter above ear level. If you do not have a tripod, simply screw the extender rod into the bottom of the EzSet/EQ microphone.

Next, plug the microphone into the EzSet/EQ

Microphone Jack

located behind the Front

Panel Control Door.The microphone cable is

approximately 6 meters long, which should accommodate most listening room situations. If required, you may use an optional extension cable, available at most electronics stores, for use in larger rooms. However, we recommend that you make every effort to avoid using extension cords for the microphone cable as they may adversely affect the test results.

Finally, before going further, make certain that the program volume is at -35dB. If there is a volume or “level” control on your subwoofer, make certain that it is set to at least the midpoint, if not a bit higher

You are now ready to start the EzSet/EQ process by following these steps:

Step 1. Navigate to the

EZSET/EQ MODE

menu (Fig. 17a) by first pressing the OSD Button

on the remote. Press the

Navigation ButtonEuntil the ➔ cursor is

pointing to

EZSET/EQ in the MASTER

. Press the Set ButtonFto bring the

menu to the screen.

* EZSET/EQ MAIN *

Select activity

→

AUTOMATIC EQ DESIGN MANUAL EQ DESIGN EZSET/EQ MANUAL SETUP

BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17a

Step 2. Select one of the two options shown based on the way you wish to have the system settings entered:

• In most cases, you will want to use the Automatic mode, which calibrates the system for speaker presence, speaker “size”, speaker crossover, channel output level, speaker-tolistener delay time and room equalization. To choose this mode simply press the Set Button

, as the cursor is already pointing to

AUTOMATIC EQ DESIGN when the

menu appears on the screen.

Then press the Set Button

AUTOMATIC EZSET/EQ menu appears,

again when the

to continue to Step 3.

• If you wish to enter the speaker crossover frequencies yourself, but want to have the EzSet/EQ system test for and calibrate all the other functions listed above, press the

Navigation ButtonEto point the cursor

EZSET/EQ SETUP and then press the

Set Button

SETUP

. Once the MANUAL

menu (Fig. 18) appears, follow the instructions on page 30 to enter your desired settings for the Crossover Frequencies, and then return to the menu. Press the ¤Navigation Button

EZSET/EQ MAIN

again so that the cursor is pointing to

MANUAL EQ DESIGN and then press the

Set Button

. When the interim message screen appears to remind you to set the crossovers, make sure that the cursor is pointing to

Button

CONTINUE and press the Set

again since you have already set

the crossovers.

28 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

Step 3. The FAR FIELD MEASURE

screen (Figure 17b) will appear with instructions to place the microphone, if you have not already done so.This screen is also the place to set the master volume level. As noted on the screen, use the Volume Control

ıto adjust the

volume level to –35dB, as shown on the line that appears at the bottom of the menu when the volume is adjusted. Press the Set Button

when the volume is set to the proper level.

* FAR FIELD MEASURE * Place mic at ear level near the listening position at least 3 ft/ 1m from any hard surface. Set volume to -35dB

→

CONTINUE BACK TO EZSET/EQ MAIN BACK TO MASTER MENU VOLUME: -35dB

Figure 17b

Step 4. The final menu screen before the EzSet/EQ process starts is a warning screen (Figure 17c) that serves as a reminder to keep the room as quiet as possible while the system is in use. Extraneous noise of any kind may adversely affect the accuracy of the system’s results. Do not talk while the test tones are circulating, and if possible, turn off any ventilation systems if the noise form the air flow is loud enough for you to hear. Should an outside noise such as a phone ringing occur during the test process, we recommend that you rerun EzSet/EQ. If you do not wish to start the test process at this time, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEto return to either the

EzSet/EQ menu or the Master Menu, and press the Set Button Near Field measurements, press the

. To begin the EzSet/EQ

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEso that ONis highlighted in reverse video, and press the Set Button

NOTE: Once the EzSet/EQ process starts, the volume control and Standby/Off switches are temporarily disabled while the tests are in progress. Do not adjust the volume or turn the unit off until you see the on-screen message change to indicate that EzSet/EQ is finished.

WARNING !!

During measurement please maintain silence while several sound bursts are heard.

→

START : OFF ON BACK TO EZSET/EQ MODE BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17c

Step 5. At this point you will begin to hear a series of test tones circulate among all the speakers in your system.While this is happening, the AVR is reading the signal to determine which speaker positions are active, what type of speaker is present at each active position, what the distance is from the listening position to each speaker, and to begin to build a profile of the impact of the room’s acoustics on the quality of audio reproduction. When the test is completed you will hear the tones stop, and the system will pause fors long as a minute while the processor makes its calculations. Do not be alarmed if the “WARNING” message remains on the screen after tones stop until a results message is displayed as shown in Step 6 or 7, below.

NOTE: While these tests detect whether a speaker is connected to a particular output, they cannot determine whether the speaker is in the correct position. (For example, it can tell whether a speaker is connected to the Surround Right output, but it cannot tell whether the speaker is on the right or left side of your listening room.) For that reason, we strongly recommend that you try to listen as the tone circulates, matching the name shown for each channel to the location of the speaker. If a tone is heard from a speaker position that does not match the on-screen message, make a note of the incorrect speaker connections.When the test process stops you will see a message indicating the they Far Field measurements are complete, but since there is a connection error press the

Button

so that the on-screen cursor in

Fig. 7 is pointing to

and press the Set ButtonF. At this

Navigation

RETURN TO MASTER

point, exit all menus and turn the receiver off. Check all speaker wire connections and then rerun EzSet/EQ.

Step 6. When the Far Field tests are complete a message screen will appear to confirm if the procedure was successful or not. In most cases there will not be any problems and you will see the message shown in Figure 17d on your screen. If the speaker positions shown match the actual speaker layout in your system, press the

Set Button

to complete EzSet/EQ by performing the Near Field Measurements. Continue the EzSet/EQ process by pressing the Set

Button

to take the Near Field measurements from the front left, center and right speakers. By taking this separate set of measurements, the AVR is able to complete its view of the room’s sonic signature and apply equalization as needed to correct spikes and dips in the system’s response. Continue these instructions with Step 8.

* FAR FIELD COMPLETE * EQ successful Speaker config detected FL : YES SBR: YES CEN : YES SBL: YES FR : YES SL : YES SR : YES SUB: YES

→

DO NEAR FIELD BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17d

Step 7a. If the measurements are not successful due to a missing or malfunctioning speaker, the

FAR FIELD EQ ERROR message will

appear as shown in Figure 17e. EzSet/EQ is programmed to look for speaker pairs at the front left/front right, surround left/surround right and surround back left/surround back right positions. If the test results indicate that one, but not both of the speakers in any of these pairs is present, the menu will show

NOnext to the

speaker position where the tests did not report back that a speaker is present. Should this message appear, make note of the suspect speaker location, exit all menus and turn the receiver off. Check all speaker wire connections and then rerun EzSet/EQ.

* FAR FIELD EQ ERROR * Detected speaker config FL : YES SBR: YES CEN : YES SBL: YES FR : YES SL : YES SR : NO SUB: YES Verify spkr connections Verify mic position Reduce background noise → BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17e

Step 7b. In some cases, the system may not function properly due to overly high output levels.When this occurs, you will see the message shown in Figure 17f. If you see this message verify that that the microphone is in the correct position, and not too close to any one speaker. Then press the Set Button the

MASTER MENU. From there, return to the

to go back to

EzSet/EQ system and when you are once again at the

FAR FIELD MEASURE screen, reduce

the system volume level by 3dB before trying EzSet/EQ again.

* EZSET/EQ ERROR *

An overload was detected. Please verify mic position. Reduce the volume by 6dB and repeat the procedure.

→

BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17f

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 29

System Configuration

Step 8. When the Far Field measurements are

completed, the system will ask you to take three Near Field measurements, one at each front speaker position.These measurements enable EzSet/EQ to produce the most accurate settings for both high and low frequency equalization. The Near Field measurements are similar to the Far Field tests, except that the system will “listen” to only one speaker at a time, rather than sending the test signals to all speakers in rotation.

At the

NEAR FIELD E Q SELECT menu

(Figure 17g) that should be on your screen after completing the instructions in Step 6, press the

Set Button

to start the near field measurements with the front left speaker. If you are repeating the setup process, you may also use

⁄/¤

the

Navigation ButtonEto select

any of the three speaker positions shown.

* NEAR FIELD EQ SELECT *

Please select

1. FL Speaker

→

2. C Speaker

3. FR Speaker

BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17g

At the NEAR FIELD E Q SELECT menu (Figure 17g), you will see an instruction to place the microphone in a different position than the one used for the initial Far Field measurements. This time, place the microphone close to the speaker to be measured, at a distance of about 60 cm. In addition, the top of the microphone should be pointed towards the speaker, rather than pointing up as was done for the Far Field tests. For the first measurement, place the microphone so that it is close to, and pointing towards, the front left speaker, and with the on-screen ➔ cursor pointing to

SPEAKER

, and press the Set ButtonF.

1.FL

Step 9. You will now see a Warning message similar to the one shown in Figure 17c except that it will contain an option to return to the

NEAR FIELD E Q SELECT menu (Figure

17g) as well as the ability to return to the

MASTER MENU. If you are ready to proceed

with the test, make certain that the microphone is properly pointed toward the speaker selected for calibration, press the

so that ONis highlighted and press the

Set Button

›

Navigation Button

Step 10. One short test signal will be sent to the speaker position being calibrated and after a slight pause fro the system to calculate the test results, you will see either a “Near Field Complete” message or a “Near Field Error” message. In most cases, the “Complete” message will appear, in which case you should

proceed to Step 11, if an “Error” message appears, go to Step 12.

Step 11. If the test results were successful, the message shown in Figure 17h will appear. In order to properly calibrate the system, you will need to run the Near Field tests for all three front channel speakers (left, center and right).After running the test for the front left speaker, make certain that the cursor is pointing towards

BACK T O NEAR FIELD and press the Set

Button

. When you are taken back to the Near Field Select menu (Figure 17g) where you should repeat Steps 8 through 11 until all three front speakers have been calibrated.When that is done the EzSet/EQ process is complete and you should press the

Navigation ButtonEto

return to the Master Menu.

* NEAR FIELD COMPLETE *

EZSET/EQ has successFully performed Near Field Eq for the selected speaker.

→

BACK TO NEAR FIELD

BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17h

Step 12. If a “Near Field Error” message appears, as shown in Figure 17i, you should check to make certain that the microphone is about 60 cm from the speaker being tested and that the top of the microphone unit is pointing towards the speaker. You may also have to raise or lower the master volume to achieve accurate readings.After checking these two items, as needed, make certain that the cursor is pointing to the

BACK T O NEAR FIELD line and

press the Set Button the

NEAR FIELD E Q SELECT menu

. This will return you to

(Figure 17g) where you should repeat Steps 8 through 11, adjusting the mike placement and volume level as needed until the

FIELD COMPLETE

NEAR

menu (Figure 17h)

appears after the test tone stops.

* NEAR FIELD ERROR *

Near Field Eq was not successful.

Please check mic Placement and volume Setting

→

BACK TO NEAR FIELD BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 17i

When both the Far Field and Near Field measurements have been successfully completed your system is ready for use.Thanks to EzSet/EQ, the settings for speaker “size”, speaker crossover, channel output and individual channel delay time have been automatically set and require no further adjustment. In addition, EzSet/EQ also

performs a complete room equalization that tailors the system’s performance for the best possible sound with your combination of speakers, speaker placement and room acoustics. The next few pages in this manual detail the procedure for manually entering system data, but unless you want to view the setting information and make an adjustment, you are now ready to enjoy the finest in home theater and music reproduction. Go to page 38 for complete information on operating your AVR.

Manual Setup

In most cases it is simpler, easier and more accurate to let EzSet/EQ take care of entering the system parameters for speaker “size”, speaker crossover, channel output and individual channel delay time. However, if you feel that your listening room or system components are best suited to manual entry of these settings, the AVR 445 also allows you to enter or trim any of these traditional system parameters. Even if you do make the settings manually, we recommend that you run the EzSet/EQ tests first so that a baseline setting is established, and then make your adjustments from there. Note that once EzSet/EQ has been run you do not need to adjust all system settings, only those that you want to adjust.

To view or change the current settings, press the

OSD Button

MASTER MENU (Figure 7). Next, press the

Navigation ButtonEas needed until the

cursor is on the the

EZSET/EQ MANUAL SETUP line.

Press the Set Button

MANUAL SETUP menu (Figure 18).

* MANUAL SETUP *

→ EzSet EQ : OFF ON EzSet ADJUST SPEAKER SIZE DELAY ADJUST CHANNEL ADJUST

BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 18

If you have already run the EzSet/EQ calibration system, the first line of the menu enables you to hear the difference between the settings established by EzSet/EQ.The default setting is

ON, which plays the incoming source with the

EzSet/EQ settings.To hear the system in a Bypass mode, with none of the equalization filters in the circuit path, press the

so that OFF is highlighted. Note that once changed, this setting will remain until you change it again in this menu. While you may want to use this menu option to hear the difference that EzSet/EQ makes, we recommend that you leave the setting on to take advantage of the benefits of EzSet/EQ’s advanced room correction technology.

on the remote to bring up the

EZSET/EQ line. Navigate to

to view the

‹/›

Navigation Button

30 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

The EZSETADJUST line on the menu enables you to set the system’s Tilt, or high-frequency boost. To make this adjustment, first make sure that

EZSET E Q line is set to ON, as

this item is not available when EzSet EQ is not in the signal path. When the cursor is on the

EZSET ADJUST line, press the Set Button

, and then press the

Button

to enter the desired setting. When

‹/›

Navigation

you have completed your adjustment, press the

Navigation ButtonEto move the cursor

down to the

BACK T O MANUAL SETUP

line and press the Set ButtonF.

Note on Manual Setup Menus: Each of the

four major manual setup menus (Speaker Size, Speaker Crossover, Delay Adjust and Channel Adjust) includes a line that reads

SETTINGS OFF is shown you are able to make any

. When the default setting of

EZSET

required adjustments that are available on that menu. However, you may change the setting to

ONat any time to recall the settings established

when EzSet/EQ was last run. It is also important to note that when the EzSet/EQ settings are in use, the AVR will not allow any changes to be made.To trim the settings press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEuntil the cursor is on

the

EZSET SETTINGS line on the menu in

use and press the

‹/›

Navigation Button

to change the setting to OFF. This will allow you to make changes to the settings on that menu.

Speaker Size Menu

Although most listeners will prefer to take advantage of the accuracy and speed of EzSet/EQ to make all of the necessary speaker adjustments, advanced users may wish to experiment with how different combinations of settings sound in their home theater environment or to use settings other than those calculated by EzSet/EQ, to accommodate personal listening preferences.

The menu system used in your AVR differs somewhat from conventional speaker setup menus in that it consolidates the speaker “size” and crossover into one convenient menu. Even if you are familiar with making these adjustments, it is strongly recommended that you read the following section of this manual.

On the

SPEAKER SIZE menu (Figure 19)

you have the option to change the type of speaker configured for each of the four position groups, to change the crossover setting for any one of those speakers, to adjust the setting point for the low-pass filter that determines which frequencies are sent to the subwoofer for lowfrequency effects (LFE) signals, to change the subwoofer bass redirection mode when the Front Left/Right speakers are set to Large and to change the setting for the subwoofer size. If, as recommended, you have first run the EzSet/EQ

system, as shown on pages 28-31, the settings established by EzSet/EQ will be displayed as a starting point for any manual adjustments.You may reestablish those settings at any time during an adjustment on this menu by pressing the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEuntil the cursor

is on the

EZSET SETTINGS line of the

menu and then pressing the

Button

so that ONis highlighted in reverse

›

video. Note, however, that once this is done, any

‹/›

Navigation

manual adjustments made will be lost and must be reentered.

Speaker Size

At each of the four speaker group positions, you have the ability to select the speaker “size” and, when a “Small” speaker is selected, the frequency below which low-frequency information is sent to the subwoofer, as opposed to the speakers for the channel being adjusted. For that reason, before making the adjustments on the

FRONT L/R, CENTER, SIDESURR

and BACK SURR menu lines, it is important to know the frequency range for the speaker. This information is typically found in the “Specifications” section of the speaker’s owner’s manual. If you cannot find the specification for the lowest frequency the speaker can handle, start with the settings entered by running EzSet/EQ and then try one setting above or below the existing entry. We do not recommend changing the crossover point more than that due to the possible impact that will have on the speaker’s performance. If you do not have access to the owner’s manual for a particular speaker, you should be able to obtain the needed information from the Web site or customer service department of the speaker’s manufacturer.

To manually adjust the speaker settings, go to the

SPEAKER SIZE menu by pressing the

OSD Button

MASTER MENU (Figure 7) appears, press the

⁄/¤

is on the

Set Button

SETUP

⁄/¤

cursor is on the press the Set Button

On the you will see a display of either the settings that were established when EzSet/EQ was run, or the factory default settings if you have not yet run the automated system.

on the remote and when the

Navigation ButtonEuntil the cursor

MANUAL SETUP line and press the

. When the MANUAL

menu (Figure 18) appears, press the

Navigation ButtonEagain until the

SPEAKER SIZE line and

SPEAKER SIZE menu (Figure 19)

* SPEAKER SIZE *

→ FRONT L/R :SM - 100Hz CENTER :SM - 100Hz SIDE SURR :SM - 100Hz BACK SURR :SM - 100Hz MAIN LFE LP FLT :120 Hz SUB MODE :SUB SUB SIZE :10in/250mm EZSET SETTINGS: OFF ON BACK TO MANUAL SETUP

Figure 19

To change the setting for any of the four speaker positions, press the

until the cursor points to the line where you

wish to make the change. Press the

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEto change the setting,

but note that when you do this for the first time in the menu, a warning message (Figure 20) will appear in the on-screen display reminding you to rerun EzSet/EQ after you are finished with any speaker configuration changes. This is necessary to make any level output adjustments needed after the setting changes so that the new configuration will be properly integrated.

* X-OVER CHANGE WARNING *

Speaker X-Over Freq or Size has been changed.

Please re-run EZSET/EQ

Figure 20

The warning message will remain for four seconds and then the

SPEAKER SIZE

menu will return to the screen. At this point you may change the settings to the “size” or crossover for any of the four speaker positions using the Navigation Buttons

as shown above.The information below details the settings available for each of the speaker configurations.

At each of the four speaker position lines, you have the option to set the speaker size and crossover. Note that the “size” does not refer to the speaker’s actual physical size, but rather to the ability of the speaker to reproduce low-frequency information. If your speakers at any position are traditional full-range models capable of handling the full audio spectrum, select

LARGE. These speakers are called “large”

since the low-frequency drivers required to play bass without strain or distortion are typically eight to fifteen inches in diameter, in turn making the speaker cabinet larger than those with small (or no) low-frequency drivers.When the speakers at a particular position are smaller frequencylimited speakers that do not have the ability to properly reproduce low-frequency sounds, select

SMALL.

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 31

System Configuration

At all speaker positions except for the front left/right speakers, you may also select

NONE.

This setting tells the system that no speakers are present at that position, allowing the AVR to select the correct surround modes that are compatible with the number of speakers installed. For example, in order to use the Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS-ES, Logic 7/7channel and “7 Stereo” modes, you must have either

LARGE or SMALL speakers entered as

the setting for the

LARGE is selected for any channel, a

When

BACK SURR channels.

full-range signal will be sent to the speaker outputs for that channel. For all speaker positions except the front left/right, when

LARGE is

chosen, no derived sound will be sent to the subwoofer output, although in all cases the special low-frequency effects (LFE) signals available on 5.1 or 6.1 digital programs will always be sent to the subwoofer output.

When

SMALL is selected for any channel, you

may also enter a setting for the crossover frequency at which sound is divided between the frequency above which sound is sent to the channel’s speakers and below which sound is sent to the subwoofer. When configuring a “small” speaker, choose the setting that has the frequency closest to that of the lowest frequency the speakers in question are capable of handling. If one of the six available crossover points does not match, select the one that is above, but closest to, the speaker’s low-frequency limit.

When there are no speakers available at a specific position, select

NONE. When this option

is chosen for the Center or Side Surround speakers, the sound that would normally be sent to these channels will be split between the front left and right speakers. Note that when your system does not include Center or Surround speakers, the use of Dolby Virtual Speaker as a surround mode may provide a sound field that simulates the presence of these speakers. (See page 37 for more information on the Dolby Virtual Speaker mode.)

Note that when

NONE is selected for the Back

Surround speakers, the 6.1/7.1 channel surround modes are not available.When this is the case for your system you may wish to take advantage of the availability of the unused amplifier channel pair to power a second set of speakers in another room. See page 47 for more information on amplifier configuration.)

Once any desired changes have been made to the speaker size and/or crossover, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEto move the

cursor to any other line on this menu to make a setting change, or go to the

MANUAL SETUP

Set Button

to continue with overall

BACK T O

menu and then press the

configuration.

LFE Low-Pass-Filter Setting

The

LFE LP FLT line selects the frequency

setting below which sounds that may be available from a special low-frequency effects (LFE) track are sent to the subwoofer. In most cases, this setting will be set accurately by EzSet/EQ but, should you wish to make a change from that setting or the 120Hz frequency that is most commonly used in the creation of LFE channels by motion picture sound mixers, after making sure that the (Figure 19) is on the screen, press the

SPEAKER SIZE menu

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEso that the cursor is

pointing to

LFE LP FLT. Press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEto begin the selection

process, and note that the warning message (Figure 20) will appear reminding you to rerun EzSet/EQ after all changes have been made.

When the the screen, press the

setting appears, press the

Button

SPEAKER SIZE menu returns to

‹/›

Navigation Button

to make your selection.When the desired

⁄/¤

Navigation

to move the cursor to any other line on this menu where you wish to make a setting change, or go to the

SETUP

menu and then press the Set Button

to continue with overall configuration.

BACK T O MANUAL

Sub Mode Setting

When the Front Left/Right speakers are configured as “Large” and a subwoofer is detected by EzSet/EQ or manually configured as being available, additional options are available to further customize bass redirection. To change these settings, first make sure that the

SPEAKER SIZE menu (Figure 19) is on the

screen, and then press the

Button

so that the cursor is pointing to

SUB MODE. Press the

Button

to begin the selection process, and

⁄/¤

‹/›

Navigation

note that the warning message (Figure 20) will appear reminding you to rerun EzSet/EQ after all changes have been made.

The following options are available:

• The default setting for Large front left/right

speakers when a subwoofer is present is

L/R + LFE

the crossover point set on the

. In this mode, all sounds below

LFE LP FLT

SUB

line will be sent to BOTH the subwoofer and the front left/right speakers.

• To send only the LFE channel information to

the subwoofer, but have all other (“derived”) low-frequency sounds sent to the front left/right speakers, select the

SUB (LFE)

setting.

• To have low-frequency information sent to the

subwoofer only when Large speakers are selected, choose

SUB (L/R).This option is

only available when the unit is set to

SURROUND OFF so that a pure analog

audio path is provided.

• When no subwoofer is present and Large speakers are configured for the front left/right position, select

NONE. This will route all low-

frequency information to the front left/right speakers.

When the

SPEAKER SIZE menu returns to

the screen, replacing the warning message, press

‹/›

the

Navigation ButtonEto make your

selection. When the desired setting appears, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEto

move the cursor to any other line on this menu where you wish to make a setting change, or go to the

BACK T O MANUAL SETUP menu

and then press the Set Button

to continue

with overall configuration.

Subwoofer Size

The final setting on the

SPEAKER SIZE

menu enables you to change the setting for the subwoofer size. In the event that EzSet/EQ did not accurately enter the correct size, or if you wish to experiment with a different setting, first make sure that the (Figure 19) is on the screen; then press the

SPEAKER SIZE menu

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEso that the cursor is

pointing to

SUB SIZE and then press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEto begin the selection

process. Note that a warning message will appear for 4 seconds to remind you to rerun EzSet/EQ after all changes have been made.

Select a setting that best matches the diameter of your subwoofer’s driver, or which provides the appropriate high-pass filter setting for your system. In each case, the frequency of the high-pass filter determines the frequencies below which no information is sent to the subwoofer:

• The setting for an 8-inch/200mm driver activates a 38Hz subwoofer high-pass filter.

• The setting for a 10-inch/250mm driver activates a 30Hz subwoofer high-pass filter.

• The setting for a 12-inch/305mm driver activates a 20Hz subwoofer high-pass filter.

• The setting for a 15-inch/380mm driver activates a 15Hz subwoofer high-pass filter.

When all changes to Speaker-related settings have been made, press the

Button

until the cursor is on the BACK

TO MANUAL SETUP

pressing the Set Button

⁄/¤

Navigation

menu and then

so that you may make any other adjustments to the system parameters. It is also important to remember to rerun the EzSet/EQ system if any changes have been made to the settings on this menu, following the instructions shown on page 30 for using the Manual mode.

The Speaker Configuration may also be changed at any time without using the full-OSD on-screen menu system by pressing the Speaker Selector

on the front panel or on the remote

control. Once the button is pressed,

FRONT

32 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

SPEAKER will appear in both the lower third

of the video display and the Main Information Display

Within five seconds, either press the

on the front panel or the

on the remote to select a different speaker

position, or press the Set Button

‹/›

⁄/¤

buttons

@Fto

buttons

begin the adjustment process for the front left and right speakers.

When the Set button

@Fhas been pressed

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

Information Display

LARGE

or FRONT SMALL depending on the current setting. Press the on the front panel or the

will read FRONT

‹/›

buttons

⁄/¤

buttons Eon

the remote until the desired setting is shown, using the instructions for “large” or “small” shown earlier, then press the Set button

@F.

If another speaker position needs to be changed, press the or the

‹/›

buttons

⁄/¤

buttons Eon the remote to

on the front panel

select a different speaker position, press the Set button

@Fand then the

on the front panel or the

‹/›

⁄/¤

buttons Eon

buttons

the remote until the correct speaker setting is shown and press the Set button

@Fagain

to confirm the selection.

To assist in making these settings, the icons in the Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

will change as the speaker type is selected at each position. When only the inner icon box is lit, the speaker is set for “small.” When the inner box and the two outer boxes with circles inside them are lit, the speaker is set for “large." When no indicator appears at a speaker location, that position is set for “none” or “no” speaker.

Note: These icons are available only when making setup changes without the use of the full OSD mode.

As an example, in the Figure below, all speakers are set for “large,” and a subwoofer is set.

Delay Settings

Due the different distances between the listening position for the front channel speakers and the surround speakers, the amount of time it takes for sound to reach your ears from the front or surround speakers is different.You may

compensate for this difference through the use of the delay settings to adjust the timing for the specific speaker placement and acoustic conditions in your listening room or home theater.

To re-synchronize the front, center and surround channels at first measure and note the distance from the listening/viewing position to the front, center, surround and surround back (if any) speakers in meters.

If you have already calibrated your system using Ezset/EQ the delay settings shown will reflect the results of the measurements made by Ezset/EQ. No further changes are needed unless you wish to change an item to reflect your taste or a nonstandard system configuration. To change the settings, follow the instructions below to enter the distance between the speaker’s location and your main listening position. The measurements need not be accurate to the inch, as the system is designed to accommodate typical listening rather than a specific “sweet spot” position.

The Delay setting for all speakers configured for your system will be available only (with 5.1 or with 6.1/7.1 configuration) when any Dolby surround mode is selected (except Dolby-3-Stereo). In addition they are selectable with these modes only, with all other modes the delay times are fixed. Note that the Delay settings are "Global" for all inputs, using those Dolby modes, and need not to be repeated with any input.

To view or change the current delay settings, make sure the (Figure 17a) is on the screen. Press the

EZSET/EQ MAIN menu

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF to move the cursor to the Set Button

ADJUST

DELAY ADJUST and then press

Q. The DELAY

menu (Figure 21) will appear on the

screen.

* DELAY ADJUST * → FL :12 ft SBR:10 ft CEN:12 ft SBL:10 ft FR :12 ft SL :10 ft SR :10 ft SUB:12 ft DELAY RESET: OFF ON UNIT: FEET METER

EZSET SETTINGS : OFF ON BACK TO MANUAL SETUP

Figure 21

Next move the ➞ cursor to the UNITline and select the unit for distances you prefer to enter, feet or meter. Then move the ➞ cursor to the

FLline where the first adjustment is made. Now

press the

‹/›

ButtonsEF until the distance from the front left speaker to the preferred listening position is entered. Next press

the

ButtonEF once to move to the next

line.

If you wish to reset all delay settings to the factory defaults, as shown in Figure 21, press the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF until the cursor is pointing to the Next, press the

F so that ONis highlighted in reverse

DELAY RESET line.

‹/›

Navigation Button

video.The settings will reset, and you may now continue to make any needed changes following the instructions shown below. Once you make the first change to the default settings, the setting on the to

OFF, indicating that the factory defaults are

DELAY RESET line will return

no longer in effect.

Now the ➞ cursor will be at the

CEN line so

that the delay for the center speaker may be set. Press the

‹/›

ButtonsEF until the distance from the main listening position to the center speaker is entered. Repeat the procedure for all active speaker positions by pressing the

ButtonEF again and use the

‹/›

ButtonsEF to change the setting.

If you have already run Ezset/EQ, return to the settings established by the automated system by pressing the until the cursor is pointing to the

SETTINGS

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF

line. Next, press the ‹/

EZSET

›

Navigation ButtonEF so that ONis highlighted in reverse video.The settings will be resent to the values calculated by Ezset/EQ, and the menu will be locked so that the settings may not be changed. To go back into the menu and make any manual changes to one or more channels, you must first return the cursor to the

EZSET SETTINGS line and press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEF so that OFF is highlighted in reverse video.This will unlock the menu to allow changes.

When the delay time for all speaker positions has been set you may return to the master menu by

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF

BACK TO

and then pressing the Set

pressing the until the ➞ cursor is pointing to

MANUAL SETUP

Button

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

⁄/¤

the

buttons on the remote to select



. Then press

the Center or Rear channels for adjustment, followed by a press of the Set button press the

⁄/¤

buttons Eon the remote until

. Next,

the desired figure appears in the Main

Information Display

and press the Set

button p twice to confirm the setting and

return to the normal display.

When the delay settings are complete, press the

ButtonEF once so that the cursor is

next to the

BACK T O MANUAL SETUP

menu line and press Set ButtonFQ to return to the

MANUAL SETUP menu.

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 33

System Configuration

Output Level Adjustment

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

In most cases, you will not need to make any adjustments to the output level, as the settings made by running Ezset/EQ are as accurate as those made manually. However, you are able to use the

CHANNEL ADJUST menu to trim

the settings to suit your personal preferences or to configure the system so that the output settings are different from one input source to another. The ability to make individual output level adjustments on a per-input basis is useful for listeners who may prefer different settings for the subwoofer or an individual channel group such as the front speakers when playing musical selections via the CD input as opposed to the movie soundtracks more frequently used with the DVD input. This menu also allows you to adjust the output levels using external sources such as a test disc or other program material that you use as a standard, rather than the system’s test tone.

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

you hear sound in a movie

theater or concert hall.

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

To view or change the current Channel Output settings, make certain that the

MAIN

menu (Figure 17a) is on the screen. Press

⁄/¤

the the cursor next to

Navigation ButtonEF to move

CHANNEL ADJUST and

then press the Set Button

CHANNEL ADJUST menu (Figure 22) will

EZSET/EQ

Q.The

appear on the screen.

* CHANNEL ADJUST * FL : 0dB SBR : 0dB

→

CEN : 0dB SBL : 0dB FR : 0dB SL : 0dB SR : 0dB SW1 : 0dB TEST TONE: AUTO OFF MAN LEVEL RESET: OFF ON CH ADJUST: GLOBAL EZSET SETTINGS: OFF ON BACK TO MANUAL SETUP

Figure 22

To provide the maximum flexibility, channel output level adjustments may be made either with or without the internal test tone, and when the tone is in use, it may be programmed to automatically circulate among the active channels or to only move from one channel to the next on your command. When the

CHANNEL ADJUST menu appears, we

recommend that you first run the test tone once in the automatic mode to verify that the speakers have been properly connected. To do this, press

⁄/¤

the until the cursor is on the then press the

Navigation ButtonEF again

TEST TONE line and

‹/›

Navigation Button

F until AUTO is in highlighted video. The

test tone will then circulate among all channels for five seconds at each position.

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

NOTE: Remember to verify that the speakers have been properly connected. As the test noise circulates, listen to make certain that the sound comes from the speaker position shown in the

Main Information Display

. If the sound comes from a speaker location that does NOT match the position indicated in the display, turn the AVR off using the Main Power Switch

and check the speaker wiring or connections to external power amplifiers to make certain that each speaker is connected to the correct output terminal.

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

‹/›

ButtonsEF on the remote to bring all speakers to the same volume level.When one of

‹/›

the

buttons is pushed, the test noise circulation will pause on the channel being adjusted to give you time to make the adjustment. When you release the button, the circulation will resume after five seconds.The onscreen cursor ➞ and the test noise can also be moved directly to the speaker to be adjusted by pressing the

⁄/¤

buttons EF on the

remote.

Continue to adjust the individual channels until the volume level sounds the same from each speaker. Note that adjustments should be made

‹/›

with the

ButtonsEF on the remote

only, NOT the main volume controls.

If you are using a sound-pressure level (SPL) meter for precise level adjustment with the test tone, open the main Volume Control



-15dB and set the individual output level for each channel so that the meter reads 75dB, C-Weighted Slow.After all settings are made turn the main volume down.

You may also make these same adjustments with complete manual control over the channel being adjusted by pressing the

Button

F until the ➞ cursor is pointing to

the

TEST TONE line on the menu and then

using the select

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEF to

MAN in the highlighted video. In the MAN

⁄/¤

Navigation

mode, the test tone will also start immediately, but the tone will only be moved to another channel by pressing the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF. When the manual sequencing mode is active, the tone is turned off by pressing the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF until the ➞ cursor is pointing to the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonEF is then pressed

to select

TEST TONE line and the

OFF in the highlighted video.

The final option for tone adjustment using the menu system is to not use the internal test tone at all. To do this, simply use the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF to change the channel and then use the

Button

F to change the output level.

⁄/¤

Navigation

When making channel output adjustments without the internal test tone we strongly recommend that you use a test disc in the “repeat” mode on your DVD or CD player so that the signal being used is constant throughout the adjustment process.

NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not adjustable using the test tone.To change the subwoofer level, follow the steps for Output Level Trim Adjustment on page 44.

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

Volume



down to about -40dB, otherwise the listening level may be too high as soon as the source’s music starts to play. To exit this menu, press the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the

MANUAL SETUP

Set Button

SETUP

⁄/¤

buttons EF until the

line, and then press the

Q to return to the MANUAL

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34 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

The output levels may also be adjusted at any time using the remote control and semi-OSD system. To adjust the output levels in this fashion, press the Test Button

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

. While the test noise is circulating, the proper channel position will also be indicated in the Speaker/

Channel Input Indicators

by a blinking

letter within the correct channel. Turn up the

Volume



until you can hear the test noise

clearly.

To adjust the output level, press the

⁄/¤

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

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

Note: Output level adjustment is not available for the Surround Off mode, as no surround speakers are used (so level differences between the speakers in the room cannot occur). But to compensate level differences between stereo and other surround modes (independently from the input selected) the outputs can be adjusted with the Level Trim Adjustment procedure, see page 44, also for the Surround Off (Stereo) modes.

In addition to the controls for selecting channels and the test tone operation, the settings on this menu also allow you to reset the level settings to either the factory default of 0dB or to reestablish the settings that were entered by running Ezset/EQ.

To reset all channel levels to 0dB press

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF so that the cursor is pointing to the then press the

F once so ONappears in highlighted

LEVEL RESET line and

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

video.

To return to the settings established by Ezset/EQ, even if you have made manual changes to the output trims using the steps shown above, press

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF so that the

cursor is pointing to the

SETTINGS

EZSET

line and then press the ⁄/

Navigation ButtonEF once so ON appears in highlighted video. Remember that after turning the Ezset/EQ settings back on you must turn return to this menu line and change the setting to

OFF if you wish to make any

manual trim adjustments.

The final setting in this menu enables you to have the output levels remain the same for all inputs or to be adjusted differently for each (or any) input. While most listeners prefer to keep the same output levels for all sources, you may wish to raise or lower some channels, particularly the subwoofer output for a specific source such as a CD that is primarily used for music playback.

To enter individual settings for a specific channel, first make sure that you have either run Ezset/EQ and/or made any desired manual trim adjustments to set a baseline for all channels. After that is done, press the OSD Button E to exit the menu system and then select the input for which you wish to enter different level settings by using either the Input Source

Selectors

on the front panel or the buttons

on the remote that are used to select an input source BCD. Next, return to the

CHANNEL OUTPUT submenu using the

steps outlined above.

CHANNEL OUTPUT menu press

At the

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEF until the cursor is pointing to the and then press the

F once so that INDEPENDENT

LEVEL TRIM line

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

appears in highlighted video.When this setting is active you may change the channel output levels for any input without changing the settings previously established for another.

NOTE: With the default

GLOBAL setting,

output levels are associated with the various surround modes.As you spend time listening to various materials and selecting a variety of surround modes, you may wish to revisit the

CHANNEL ADJUST menu to set the output

levels.

When all changes to the Channel Output levels and the associated level trim settings have been made press the

F until the cursor is on the BACK T O

MANUAL SETUP

the Set Button

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

menu and then pressing

Q so that you may make

any other adjustments to the system parameters. If the changes just made complete the manual adjustments needed, press the OSD Button E to exit the menu system and resume normal system operation.

Additional Input Adjustments

After one input has been adjusted for Surround mode, digital input (if any), speaker type, and output levels, go back to the

SETUP

line on the MASTER MENU

IN/OUT

(Figure 7) and enter the settings for each input that you will use. In most cases, only the digital input and surround mode will be different from one input to the next, while the speaker type, crossover frequency, Night mode and output level settings will usually be the same and may be quickly entered by entering the same data used for the original input.

Once the settings outlined on the previous pages have been made, the AVR is ready for operation. While there are some additional settings to be made, these are best done after you have had an opportunity to listen to a variety of sources and different kinds of program material. These advanced settings are described on pages 45 to 46 of this manual. In addition, any of the settings made in the initial configuration of the unit may be changed at any time.As you add new or different sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a setting to better reflect your listening taste, simply follow the instructions for changing the settings for that parameter as shown in this section.

Having completed the setup and configuration process for your AVR, you are about to experience the finest in music and home theater listening. Enjoy!

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INTRODUCTION 35

Operation

Surround Mode Chart

MODE FEATURES

DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides

up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low Frequency Effects channel.

DOLBY DIGITAL EX Available when the receiver is configured for 6.1/7.1 channel operation, Dolby Digital EX is the

latest version of Dolby Digital. When used with movies or other programs that have special encoding, Dolby Digital EX reproduces specially encoded soundtracks so that a full 6.1/7.1 soundfield is available.When the receiver is set for 6.1/7.1 operation and a Dolby Digital signal is present, the EX mode is automatically selected. Even if specific EX encoding is not available to provide the additional channel, the special algorithms will derive a 6.1/7.1 output.

DTS 5.1 When the speaker configuration is set for 5.1-channel operation, the DTS 5.1 mode is

available when DVD, audio-only music or laserdiscs encoded with DTS data are played. DTS 5.1 provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated low-frequency channel.

DTS-ES 6.1 Matrix When the speaker configuration is set for 6.1/7.1 operation, playback of a DTS-encoded program DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete source will automatically trigger the selection of one of the two DTS-ES modes. Newer discs with

special DTS-ES discrete encoding will be decoded to provide six discrete, full-bandwidth channels plus a separate low-frequency channel. All other DTS discs will be decoded using the DTS-ES Matrix mode, which creates a 6.1-channel sound field from the original 5.1-channel soundtrack.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II Dolby Pro Logic II is the latest version of Dolby Laboratory’s benchmark surround technology

MOVIE that decodes full-range, discrete left, center right, right surround and left surround channels MUSIC from matrix surround encoded programs and conventional stereo sources when DOLBY PRO LOGIC an analog input or a digital input with PCM or Dolby Digital 2.0 recordings is in use.The GAME Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode is optimized for movie soundtracks that are recorded with matrix

surround, by creating separate center, rear left and rear right signals. while the Pro Logic II Music mode should be used with musical selections that are recorded with matrix surround or even with normal stereo mode, creating separate rear left and rear right signals in any case.The Pro Logic II mode creates compelling five-channel surround sound from conventional stereo recordings. Game mode ensures that special effects are routed to the surround channels, while delivering their full impact using the subwoofer, thus fully immersing the game player in the universe of the video game.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx is the latest extension of Dolby Pro Logic II technology that creates a discrete

MUSIC 6.1 and 7.1 sound field from matrix surround or two-channel stereo sources in systems MOVIE configured for surround back speakers. Both Movie and Music versions of Pro Logic IIx are GAME available. Movie, Music and Game versions of Pro Logic IIx are available. Game mode ensures that

special effects are routed to the surround channels, while delivering their full impact using the

subwoofer, thus fully immersing the game player in the universe of the video game.

Logic 7 Cinema Exclusive to Harman Kardon for AV receivers, Logic 7 is an advanced mode that extracts the Logic 7 Music maximum surround information from either surround-encoded programs or conventional stereo

material. Depending on the number of speakers in use and the selection made in the

SELECT

while the “7.1” versions of Logic 7 produce a full sound field presentation, including back surround

speakers when the “6.1/7.1” option is chosen. The Logic 7 C (or Cinema) mode should be used

with any source that contains Dolby Surround or similar matrix encoding. Logic 7 C delivers

increased center-channel intelligibility, and more accurate placement of sounds with fades and pans

that are much smoother and more realistic than with former decoding techniques.The Logic 7 M or

Music mode should be used with analog or PCM stereo sources. Logic 7 M enhances the listening

experience by presenting a wider front soundstage and greater rear ambience. Both Logic 7 modes

also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to deliver

maximum bass impact. Logic 7 adds additional bass enhancement that circulates low frequencies in

the 40Hz to 120Hz range to the front and surround speakers to deliver a less localized soundstage that

appears broader and wider than when the subwoofer is the sole source of bass energy.

menu, the “5.1” versions of Logic 7 modes are available when the 5.1 option is chosen,

SURROUND

36 OPERATION

Operation

Surround Mode Chart

MODE FEATURES

DTS Neo:6 Cinema These two modes are available when any analog source is playing to create a six-channel DTS Neo:6 Music surround presentation from conventional Matrix-encoded and traditional Stereo sources. Select

the Cinema version of Neo:6 when a program with any type of analog Matrix surround encoding is present. Select the Music version of Neo:6 for optimal processing when a nonencoded, two-channel stereo program is being played.

DTS 96/24 DTS 96/24 is a high-resolution format that uses a 96kHz sampling rate with 24 bits to produce extended

information that improves the harmonics of the source material. The AVR is capable of automatically detecting and decoding DTS 96/24 materials and delivering them as the artist intended.

THEATER The THEATER mode creates a sound field that resembles the acoustic feeling of a

standard live performance theater, with stereo and even pure mono sources.

HALL 1 The two Hall modes create sound fields that resemble a small (HALL1) or HALL 2 medium sized (HALL 2) concert hall, with stereo and even pure mono sources.

Dolby Virtual Speaker Dolby Virtual Speaker technology uses a next-generation advanced algorithm to reproduce the Reference dynamics and surround sound effects of a precisely placed 5.1-channel speaker system using only Wide front left and right speakers. In the Reference Mode, the apparent width of the sound across

the front image is defined by the distance between the two speakers.The Wide Mode provides a wider, more spacious front image when the two speakers areclose together.

5-Channel Stereo This mode takes advantage of multiple speakers to place a stereo signal at both the front and 7-Channel Stereo back of a room. Depending on whether the AVR has been configured for either 5.1 or 6.1/7.1

operation, one of these modes, but not both, is available at any time. Ideal for playing music in situations such as a party, this mode places the same signal at the front-left and surround-left, and at the front-right and surround-right speakers.The center channel is fed a summed mono mix of the in-phase material of the left and right channels.

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SURROUND This mode turns off all surround processing and presents the pure left- and rightOFF (STEREO) channel presentation of two-channel stereo programs.

Dolby Headphone Dolby Headphone enables ordinary stereo headphones to portray the sound of a five-speaker

surround-playback system.

OPERATION 37

Operation

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Basic Operation

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

Turning the AVR On or Off

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

Source button AVR Selector Indicator

on the front panel or the

B. Note that the Power

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

4567

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

Control

on the front panel or the Power

Off Button

A on the remote. Power will

be shut off to any equipment plugged into the rear panel Switched AC Outlets

Power Indicator

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

Indicator

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

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

Switch

for more than two weeks.

Using the Sleep Timer

• To program the AVR for automatic turn-off, press the Sleep Button press of the button will increase the time before shut down in the following sequence:

The sleep time will be displayed in the Lower

Display Line

and it will count down until

the time has elapsed.

on the front

. Once the unit is in

BCD or

on the front panel.



will turn orange.

on the remote. Each

or the

and the

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

until the information display returns to normal brightness and the Sleep indicator numbers disappear and the words

Information Display

SLEEP OFF appear in the Main

Source Selection

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

CD.

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector

buttons

AVR Selector

D to turn the unit on, press the

B to have the remote

control the AVR functions.

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

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

• As the input is changed, the AVR will automatically switch to the digital input (if selected), surround mode component video input, A/V Sync Delay and Night Mode configurations that were in effect the last time that input was used.

• The front-panel Video 4 Inputs

Digital 4 Input Input

or the Coaxial Digital 4

may be used to connect a device such as a video game or camcorder to your home entertainment system on a temporary basis. When the Video 4 Inputs outputs (see page 25) you can also connect an audio or video recorder (composite or S-Video) for recording the source selected.

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

Information Display

• When a pure audio input (CD, Tuner,Tape, 6/8 Channel Input) is selected, the last video input used remains routed to the Video

Outputs



(except from its own Video 1/ source) and Video Monitor Output permits simultaneous viewing and listening to different sources.

467

are configured as

, Optical



. This

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



and will be viewable on a TV monitor connected to the AVR. If a component video source is connected to the

DVD



or Video 1 or 2



Component Inputs, it will be routed to the Component Video Outputs



. Make certain that your TV is set to the proper input to view the appropriate video signal (composite, S-Video or component video.

6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input

• There are four input choices available for use with sources such as a DVD-Audio or SACD player that are connected to the 8-Channel

Direct Inputs

according to the way your system and source equipment is configured:

• The 6 CH DIRECT input should be used when the SBR and SBL inputs are NOT in use and the input source device has its own internal bass management system. This input passes the input from the source directly through to the volume control without any analog to digital conversion and it mutes the unused input jacks to prevent unwanted noise from interfering with system performance.

• The 6 CH DVD AUDIO input should be used when the SBR and SBL inputs are NOT in use and the input source device does NOT have its own internal bass management system. When this input is in use the analog source is converted to digital so that you may use the same Quadruple Crossover bass management options for the direct input as you do with all other inputs.This input also mutes the unused input jacks to prevent unwanted noise from interfering with system performance.

• The 8 CH DIRECT INPUT should be used when an input is connected to all eight 8-Channel

Direct Inputs

device has its own internal bass management system. This input passes the input from the source directly through to the volume control without any analog to digital conversion.

• The 8 CH DVD AUDIO input should be used when an input is connected to all eight

8-Channel Direct Inputs

source device does NOT have its own internal bass management system. When this input is in use the analog source is converted to digital so that you may use the same Quadruple Crossover bass management options for the direct input as you do with all other inputs.

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. Select the appropriate input

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and when the input source

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and the input

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Note that when the 6-Channel or 8-Channel Input is in use, you may not select a surround mode, as the external decoder determines the processing in use. In addition, there is no signal at the record outputs or bass management when the 6-Channel or 8-Channel Direct Input is in use and the tone or balance controls will not function.

Controls and Use of Headphones

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

Volume Up/Down

• To temporarily silence all speaker outputs press the Mute button output to all speakers and the headphone jack, but it will not affect any recording or dubbing that may be in progress.When the system is muted, the word

Information Display

button

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operation.

• During a listening session you may wish to adjust the Bass Control and Treble Control to suit your listening tastes or room acoustics. Note that these controls (and Balance) will not function when the 6/8 channel direct input is in use.

• To set the output of the AVR so that the output is “flat,” with the tone and balance controls deactivated, press the Tone Mode button once or twice so that the words Tone Out appear momentarily in the Main Information

Display

active condition, press the Tone Mode button once or twice so that the words Tone

momentarily appear in the Main

Information Display

• When the tone controls are active, the amount of bass and treble boost/cut may be adjusted by first pressing the Tone Mode Button on the front panel times until the desired setting ( or TREBLE MODE) appears in the on-screen display and the Lower Display Line

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use the remote or the

to change the setting as desired. The unit will return to normal operation within five seconds after the setting is changed.

• For private listening, plug the 6.3 mm stereo phone plug from a pair of stereo headphones into the front panel Headphone Jack Note that when the headphone’s plug is connected, the speakers will automatically mute and a two-channel stereo signal will be sent to the headphones.The Lower Display Line read

DOLBY H: BP, indicating that the

headphone output is in the Bypass mode, and to confirm that no processing is being used.

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I buttons.

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K. This will interrupt the

MUTE will blink in the Main

K again to return to normal

. To return the tone controls to an

or the remote two or three

Navigation ButtonEon the

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Button on the front panel

or remote

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BASS MODE

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will

• When the headphones are in use, you may take advantage of the Dolby Headphone modes to bring added spaciousness to headphone listening. Press the Dolby Mode Select Button or the Surround Mode Group Selector5to cycle through the three Dolby Headphone modes to select the one that you prefer.

Surround Mode Selection

One of the most important features of the AVR is its ability to reproduce a full multichannel surround sound field from digital sources, analog matrix surround encoded programs and standard stereo or even mono programs.

Selection of a surround mode is based on personal taste, as well as the type of program source material being used. For example, CDs, motion pictures or TV programs bearing the logo of one of the major surround-encoding processes, such as Dolby Surround should be played in either the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie (with movies) or Music (with music) surround mode, with any DTS NEO:6 mode or with Harman Kardon´s exclusive Logic 7 Movie Mode, to create a full range 5.1 channel or (with Logic 7 and DTS NEO:6) even 7.1 channel surround signal from surround encoded programs, with a stereophonic left and right rear signal, just as it was recorded (e.g. sound being recorded from left rear side will be heard from that side only, for more details see chart on page

36).

When no rear speakers are in use, the Dolby 3 Stereo mode should be selected with all surround recordings.

Note that when Dolby Digital 2.0 signals (e.g. "D.D. 2.0" tracks from DVD), that are encoded with Dolby Pro Logic information, are received via any digital input, the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode will be selected automatically (in addition to the Dolby Digital mode) and will decode a full range 5.1 channel surround sound even from those recordings (see also "Dolby Digital" on page 40).

To create wide, enveloping sound field environments and defined pans and flyovers with all analog stereo recordings select the Dolby Pro Logic II Music or Emulation mode or Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7 Music mode for a dramatic improvement in comparison to the Dolby Pro Logic (I) mode of former times.

NOTE: Once a program has been encoded with matrix surround information, it retains the surround information as long as the program is broadcast in stereo.Thus, movies with surround sound may be decoded via any of the analog surround modes such as Pro Logic II Cinema, Logic 7 Cinema or DTS Neo:6 Cinema, when they are broadcast via conventional TV stations, cable, pay-TV and satellite transmission. In addition, a growing number of made-for-television programs, sports broadcasts, radio dramas and music CDs are also recorded in surround sound. You may view a list of these programs at the Dolby Laboratories Web site at www.dolby.com.

Even when a program is not listed as carrying intentional surround information, you may find that the Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS NEO:6 Music or Logic 7 Music or Enhanced modes often deliver enveloping surround presentations through the use of the natural surround information present in all stereo recordings.

However, for stereo programs without any surround information the Theater, Hall and 5/7CH Stereo modes should be tried (effective particularly with old ”extreme” stereo recordings) and for mono programs, we suggest that you try the Theater or Hall modes.

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

Button

until the desired major surround mode group such as Dolby, DTS or Logic 7 is selected. Next, press the Surround Mode

Selector Button

individual surround mode.

To select a surround mode using the remote control, press the button for the major surround mode group that includes the mode you wish to choose from: Dolby

DTS Neo:6 DSP Surround

will show the current mode from that group if it is already in use, or the first available mode if you are currently using another mode.To cycle through the available modes in that group press the button again until the desired mode appears in the Lower Display Line screen display.

To select from the DSP modes (Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater) press the Surround Mode Selector

repeatedly to scroll through the list of

available modes.

to choose the specific

, DTS SurroundN,

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, Logic 7O, Stereoor

. The first press of the button

and the on-

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

When the 6-Channel/8-Channel direct inputs are in use there is no surround processing, as these inputs take the analog output signals from an optional, external DVD-Audio or SACD player, or another source device and carry them straight through to the volume control.

To listen to a program in traditional two-channel stereo, using the front left and front right speakers only (plus the subwoofer, if installed and configured), press the Stereo Button until SURR OFF

appears in the Main



Information Display ˜.

Digital Audio Playback

Digital audio is a major advancement over older analog surround processing systems such as Dolby Pro Logic. It delivers five or six discrete channels: left front, center, right front, left surround and right surround and with DTS ES (see below) even surround back (with identical signals for left and right). Each channel reproduces full frequency range (20Hz to 20kHz) and offers dramatically improved dynamic range and significant improvements to signal-to-noise ratios. In addition, digital systems have the capability to deliver an additional channel that is specifically devoted to low-frequency information. This is the “.1” channel referred to when you see these systems described as “5.1,”“6.1” or “7.1”.The bass channel is separate from the other channels, but since it is intentionally bandwidth-limited, sound designers have given it that unique designation.

Dolby Digital

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

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

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of the AVR. No demodulator is required for use with DVD players or DTSencoded laser discs.

) is a

In order to provide maximum playback compatibility with DVDs, the AVR 445 receiver will always default first to the playback mode embedded in a disc’s digital “flag” information. For Dolby Digital discs, the following playback modes are initially selected after the AVR locks to the incoming digital audio data stream to identify the selected:

• When a 5.1 audio stream is detected, the Dolby Digital 5.1 format will be selected, regardless of the number of speakers in your system, in compliance with Dolby Laboratories licensing requirements.

• When a disc with the Dolby Digital EX format flag is played, your system will automatically switch to the EX mode when seven main channel speakers are available.

• When a disc with Dolby Digital data, but only

2.0 audio is detected, the default mode is Dolby Digital with Pro Logic II post-processing when you have a 5.1 speaker system, or Dolby Digital with Pro Logic IIx post-processing when you have a 7.1 speaker system.

• Depending on the number of speaker channels available in your system, once the AVR locks to the digital signal, you may select any surround mode or post-processing option that is available, based on the incoming data stream’s possible restrictions and the number of speakers in your system. For example, when a

5.1 or 2.0 audio stream is in use, you may select alternate postprocessing such as Logic 7/7-Channel Movie Mode postprocessing to create the rear surrounds in

7.1 speaker systems.

DTS

DTS is another digital audio system that is capable of delivering 5.1, 6.1 or 7.1 audio. Although both DTS and Dolby Digital are digital, they use different methods of encoding the signals, and thus they require different decoding circuits to convert the digital signals back to analog.

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

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or front panel

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In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTS sound tracks, the DVD player must be compatible with the DTS signal as indicated by a DTS logo on the player’s front panel. Note that early DVD players may not be able to play DTS- encoded DVDs.This does not indicate a problem with the

AVR, as some players cannot pass the DTS signal through to the digital outputs. If you are in doubt as to the capability of your DVD player to handle DTS DVDs, consult the player’s owner’s manual.

Please note that some DVD players are shipped with their output set for Dolby Digital only.To insure that DTS data is being sent to the AVR, please check the setup menu system on your DVD player to make certain that DTS data output is enabled.

PCM Audio Playback

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

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

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on the rear panel or the

*Ó

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

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buttons Eon the

remote, or the Selector buttons

on the

front panel, until the desired choice appears in the

Lower Display Line

button

@Fto confirm the choice.

In most cases this will be

, then press the Set

48 KHZ, though in

the case of specially mastered, high-resolution audio discs you will see a

PCM 48 KHZ indication will also appear

The

96 KHZ indication.

when modes or inputs are changed for analog sources. In those cases the system is telling you the sampling frequency used internally at the output of the analog-to-digital converters that change the incoming signal from a VCR, tape deck, the tuner, or other ana-log source to digital.

During PCM playback the unit automatically will turn to the default surround mode or to the

LOGIC 7 mode but you also may select any

surround mode except Dolby Digital or DTS.

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Selecting a Digital Source

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

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. In order to provide a backup signal and a source for analog stereo recording, the analog outputs provided on digital source equipment should also be connected to their appropriate inputs on the AVR rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from a DVD to the DVD Audio inputs

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on the rear panel when you connect the source’s digital outputs).

To select a digital source such as DVD, first select its input using the remote or front panel Input

Selector

4%as outlined in this manual in

order to feed its video signal (if any) to the TV monitor and to provide its analog audio signal for recording. When the digital input associated with the input selected (e.g. “DVD”) is not selected automatically (due to the input settings made earlier during the system configuration, see page 24), select the digital source by pressing the Digital Input Selector button then using the or the Selector buttons panel to

COAXIAL inputs, as they appear in the

Upper Display Line

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buttons Eon the remote

choose any of the

OPTICAL

or on-screen display.

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on the front

When the digital source is playing, the AVR will automatically detect whether it is a multichannel Dolby Digital or DTS source, MP3 or conventional PCM signal, which is the standard output from CD players.

Note that a digital input (e.g. coaxial) remains associated with any analog input (e.g. DVD) as soon as it is selected, thus the digital input need not be re-selected each time the appropriate input choice (e.g. DVD) is made.

Digital Bitstream Indicators

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

When a digital source is playing, the AVR will display a variety of messages to indicate the type of bitstream received. These messages will appear shortly after an input or surround mode is changed, and will remain in the Main Infor-

mation Display

for about five seconds before the display returns to the normal surround mode indication.

For Dolby Digital and DTS sources, a three digit indication will appear, showing the number of channels present in the data. An example of this type of display is 3/2/.1.

The first number indicates how many discrete front channel signals are present.

• A 3 tells you that separate front left, center

and front right signals are available.This will be displayed for Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1 programs.

• A 2 tells you that separate front left and right

signals are available, but there is no discrete center channel signal. This will be displayed for Dolby Digital bit streams that have stereo program material.

• A 1 tells you that there is only a mono channel

available in the Dolby Digital bitstream.

The middle number indicates how many discrete surround channel signals are present.

• A "3" tells you that separate, discrete left

surround, center surround and right surround signals are present. This is available only on discs with DTS-ES digital audio.

• A 2 tells you that separate surround left and

right signals are available.This will be displayed for Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1 programs.

• A 1 tells you that there is only a single,

surround encoded surround channel. This will appear for Dolby Digital bit streams that have matrix encoding.

• A 0 indicates that there is no surround channel

information. This will be displayed for twochannel stereo programs.

The last number indicates if there is a discrete Low Frequency Effects (LFE) channel.This is the “.1” in the common abbreviation of “5.1” sound and it is a special channel that contains only bass frequencies.

• A .1 tells you that an LFE channel is present.

This will be displayed for Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1 programs, as available.

• A 0 indicates that there is no LFE channel information available. However, even when there is no dedicated LFE channel, low frequency sound will be present at the subwoofer output when the speaker configuration is set to show the presence of subwoofer.

• The information in the right side of the display will tell you if the digital audio data contains a special flag signal that will automatically activate the appropriate 6.1 or 7.1 mode.This will be shown as EX-ON or EX-OFF for Dolby Digital bitstreams and ES-ON or ES-OFF for DTS bitstreams.

When Dolby Digital 3/2/.1 or DTS 3/2/.1 signals are being played, the AVR will automatically switch to the proper surround mode, and no other processing may be selected. When a Dolby Digital signal with a 3/1/0 or 2/0/0 signal is detected you may select any of the Dolby surround modes.

It is always a good idea to check the readout for the channel data to make certain that it matches the audio logo information shown on the back of a DVD package. In some cases you will see indication for “2/0/0” even when the disc contains a full 5.1, or 3/2/.1 signal.When this happens, check the audio output settings for your DVD player or the audio menu selections for the specific disc being played to make certain that the player is sending the correct signal to the AVR.

USB Playback

The AVR 445 is among the very few A/V receivers capable of direct connection to a computer for audio playback. Once the AVR is connected, audio streams and playback are possible through your AVR, with all the power and performance of the high-current amplifier, your own speakers, and the enhanced multichannel playback made possible through the use of Logic 7, Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx or DTS Neo:6 processing.

The AVR’s USB connectivity may be used with PC-compatible computers running either Microsoft or higher installed, or Windows XP

Windows®2000 with Service Pack 4

or Windows XP Media Center Edition with Service Pack 1 or higher installed. Connect one of the available USB jacks on your computer or a USB hub to the

USB Jack

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on the AVR using a cable with a standard USB plug on one side and a USB “Mini B” plug on the other side.

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In addition, you will need to have a media player installed on the computer. The AVR has been tested for operation with Windows Media Player Version 8.0 and above, but it is also compatible with many other popular players such as iTunes

WinAmp

and Real Player®. In most cases, it is best to always make certain that you have the latest version of the player installed to ensure the best compatibility.

When the connection between a computer and the AVR is made for the first time, or if the USB connection is plugged into a different USB jack on a computer or hub that has not been previously connected to the AVR, you will see a series of pop-up messages from Windows to indicate that the computer is configuring itself for the new device. Since the AVR provides a number of different functions, you may see the “Found New Hardware” message up to four times, one each for “A/V Receiver,” “Compatible Device,”“Audio Receiver” and “Human Interface Device.”When all messages have appeared and then cleared the screen, you are almost ready to begin.

Before selecting the USB input, first make certain that one of the media players listed above has been opened on the computer. Then you may select the USB input in any of the following ways:

• To select USB as a source from the front panel,

press the Input Source Selector Button

until USB appears as the input name in the Upper Display Line

and in the semi-OSD

display, if available.The USB Input Source

Indicator

will also light up on the front

panel.

• To select USB as the input using the main

remote press the Input Selector

with

DMP printed on the button twice.

• To select USB as an input using the ZR 10

remote, press the USB Input Selector D.

When the USB input is selected and the AVR is connected to a compatible computer with one of the media players mentioned above open, you may then use either remote's transport controls to start and stop playback, as well as move to the next track. Activity of the Transport buttons may vary from one media player to another, but at the very least you will be able to use the Play and Stop buttons.You may also control the media player on a connected computer using the Transport Controls P on the ZR 10 remote.

Once playback is started, the audio from a USB source is treated the same as any other two-

channel audio source, and you may apply any of the appropriate surround processing modes.

When playing back audio from a computer via

the USB connection, the internal speakers in a laptop computer are often muted.

Speaker/Channel Indicators

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

These indicators are the L/C/R/LFE/SL/SR/SBL/SBR letters that are inside the center boxes of the

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

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

Digital signals, however, may have one, two, five, six or seven separate channels, depending on the program material, the method of transmission and the way in which it was encoded.When a digital signal is playing, the letters in these indicators will light in response to the specific signal being received. It is important to note that although Dolby Digital, for example, is referred to as a “5.1” system, not all Dolby Digital DVDs or audio tracks selected on DVD or other Dolby Digital programs are encoded for 5.1. Thus, it is sometimes normal for a DVD with a Dolby Digital soundtrack to trigger only the “L” and “R” indicators.

NOTE: Many DVD discs are recorded with both “5.1” and “2.0” versions of the same soundtrack. When playing a DVD, always be certain to check the type of material on the disc. Most discs show this information in the form of a listing or icon on the back of the disc jacket.When a disc does offer multiple soundtrack choices, you may have to make some adjustments to your DVD player (usually with the “Audio Select” button or in a menu screen on the disc) to send a full 5.1 feed to the AVR or to select the appropriate audio track and thus language. It is also possible for the type of signal feed to change during the course of a DVD playback. In some cases the

in the

previews of special material will only be recorded in 2.0 audio, while the main feature is available in 5.1 audio.As long as your DVD player is set for 6-channel output, the AVR will automatically sense changes to the bitstream and channel count and reflect them in these indicators.

Important Note: When a digital surround source (Dolby Digital, DTS) is played, the letters SBL/SBR for the Surround Back channels will appear only when a DTS ES DISCRETE 6.1 source is played. Then this surround mode will be indicated in the front display and on-screen display.With all other recordings the icons for the surround back speakers may light (when those speakers have been configured) to indicate that a signal will be fed to them (Matrix decoded with NEO:6, LOGIC 7 or 7 CH Stereo), but no letters inside will light as the unit will not receive an input signal for the surround back channels.

The letters used by the Speaker/Channel Input

Indicators

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

normal, and the digital playback will resume once the playback is started again.

Night Mode

A special feature of Dolby Digital is the Night mode, which enables Dolby Digital input sources to be played back with full digital intelligibilty while reducing the maximum peak level and lifting the low levels by

1/4 to 1/3. This prevents

abruptly loud transitions from disturbing others without reducing the impact of the digital source. The Night mode is available only when the Dolby Digital mode is selected.

The Night mode may be engaged when a Dolby Digital DVD is playing by pressing the Night Button

on the remote. Next, press the buttons Eto select either the middle range or full compression versions of the Night mode.To turn the Night mode off, press the

until the message in the lower third of the video display and the Lower Display Line reads D-RANGE OFF.

The Night mode may also be selected to always be on as soon as the Dolby Digital mode is activated at either level of compression using the options in the

Surround Select menu.

See page 27 for information on using the menus to set this option.

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IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL PLAYBACK:

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

Channel Indicators

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

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

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

5.1 or 6.1 channel audio. Consult the program guide that accompanies the DVD or laser disc to determine which type of audio has been recorded on the disc. The AVR will automatically sense the type of digital surround encoding used, indicate it in the Channel Input Indicators

and adjust to accommodate it.

• When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is playing, you normally may not be able to select some of the analog surround modes such as Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3 Stereo, Hall, Theater, 5CH/7CH Stereo or Logic 7, except with specific Dolby Digital 2.0 recordings that can be played with the Pro Logic II modes too (see page 40).

• When a digital source is playing, it is possible to make an analog recording using the Tape or Video 1 or Video 2 or

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record outputs,

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even if the source is connected to any digital input of the AVR only, as long as "Surround Off" mode is selected (possible with a PCM source only). But the analog two channel signal, even of a Dolby Digital (not DTS) source, the ”Downmix” to Stereo or Dolby Surround, can be recorded by connecting its analog audio outputs to the appropriate analog inputs (e.g. DVD) of the AVR. Additionally, the digital signals will be passed through to the Digital Audio Outputs

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Using

The AVR 445 is equipped for use with Harman Kardon’s optional iPod docking station.

When The Bridge is connected to the AVR and an iPod properly docked, you may use either remote to control the iPod for audio playback, while using the front-panel display and on-screen semi-OSD messages to help you locate tracks or view information about the track being played. In addition, connecting an iPod to the AVR through The Bridge also charges the iPod’s battery.

The

Bridge

Using the

DMP AUTO POWER menu option,

as described on page 46, you may even have the AVR automatically turn on with your iPod as a playback source whenever the iPod is turned on.

To select The Bridge as the AVR’s input source:

• From the front panel, press the Input Source Selector

on the front panel as needed.

• From the main remote, press the Input DMP

Selector

• From the ZR 10 remote, press the /DMP Selector .

When The Bridge is connected and a compatible iPod properly docked, the iPod’s menu will be replaced with “harman/kardon” at the top of the iPod’s screen and the front panel display and semi-OSD message will show messages that will guide you through the menu and content selection. If the Lower Display Line an

UNPLUGGED… message, please check to

shows

see that the correct iPod adapter is used in The Bridge and that the iPod is properly seated.

The AVR’s front-panel controls may also be used to access a limited number of iPod functions. Press the Tuner Mode Button

to play or

pause the current track. The Tuning Selector

)

may be used to search in reverse (left side of button) or forward (right side of button) through the tracks. Press the Tuner Band Selector

to call up the iPod’s menu. Press the Preset Station Selectors Button

to scroll and the Set

to select. For complete information on using the remote or front-panel controls to operate an iPod, see the instructions that are included with The Bridge.

Tape Recording

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

Outputs

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

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or Video 1 or 2

in the record mode.

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, you are

Front Panel In/Outputs

In addition to the rear panel digital outputs, the AVR offers Harman Kardon’s exclusive configurable front panel output jack feature. For easy connection of portable devices, you may switch the front panel Video 4 jack input to an output by following these steps:

1. Press the OSD button

MASTER MENU (Figure 7).

2. Press the Set button

IN/OUT SETUP menu (Figure 8).

3. Press the

button Eso that the on-screen

➞ cursor is next to

4. Press either of the the word

OUT is highlighted.

5. Press the OSD button

VIDEO 4.

‹/›

buttons Eso that

and return to normal operation.

Note that once the setting is made, the appropriate Input/Output Status Indicator ( will turn red, indicating that the selected analog jacks are now an output, instead of in the default setting as an input. Once changed to an output, the setting will remain as long as the AVR is turned on, unless the setting is changed in the OSD menu system, as described above. Note, however, that once the AVR is turned off, the setting is cancelled. When the unit is turned on again, the front panel jacks will return to their normal default setting as an input. If you wish to use the jacks as an output at a future time, the setting must be changed again using the OSD menu system, as described above.

NOTES:

• To make an analog recording from a digital

source is possible, but only from a PCM source (not Dolby Digital or DTS) and correctly only with "Surround Off" mode (with any Surround mode only the L/R front signals will be fed to the record outputs).

from an

to view the

to enter the

to exit the menus

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OPERATION 43

Operation

Output Level Adjustment With Source Signals

Normal output level adjustment for the AVR is established using the test tone, as outlined on page 34. In some cases, however, it may be desirable to adjust the output levels using program material such as a test disc, or a selection you are familiar with. Additionally, the output level for the subwoofer and those for the Stereo modes can only be adjusted using this procedure. Note that all adjustments made with any input will be effective with all inputs selected, just as it is the case with the adjustment using the test tone.

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

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

FRONT L LEVEL will appear in the Lower

Display Line

press the Set button Selector buttons

to raise or lower the level. DO NOT use the

CÙand note that

. To change the level, first

F@, and then use the

or the

volume control, as this will alter the reference setting.

Once the change has been made, press the Set button

F@and then press the Selector

buttons

or the

⁄/¤

buttons Eto select the next output channel location that you wish to adjust. To adjust the subwoofer level, press the Selector buttons

buttons Euntil WOOFER LEVEL appears in the Main Information Display screen display (only available if the subwoofer is turned on).

Press the Set button

F@when the name of

the desired channel appears in the Main Information Display

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

Repeat the procedure as needed until all channels requiring adjustment have been set. When all adjustments have been made and no further adjustments are made for five seconds, the AVR will return to normal operation.

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

(Figure 7). Press the ¤Button Efour

ıI. Then, press

to bring up the MASTER

times until the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the

MANUAL SETUP line. Press the Set

Button

, select the CHANNEL ADJUST

line and press the Set Button Fto activate the

CHANNEL ADJUST menu (Figure 22).

⁄/¤

or the



buttons

⁄/¤

or on-

* CHANNEL ADJUST * FL : 0dB SBR : 0dB

→

CEN : 0dB SBL : 0dB FR : 0dB SL : 0dB SR : 0dB SW1 : 0dB TEST TONE: AUTO OFF MAN LEVEL RESET: OFF ON CH ADJUST: GLOBAL EZSET SETTINGS: OFF ON BACK TO MANUAL SETUP

Figure 22

When the menu appears, the internal test tone will be turned off.This will allow you to use your external test disc or other source material as the test signal. Then, use the

⁄/¤

ButtonsEto

select the channels to be adjusted. At each channel position use the

‹/›

Buttons Eto

change the output level. Remember, when you are using a disc with test signal (e.g. pink noise) or an external signal generator as the source, the goal is to have the output level at each channel be equal when heard at the listening position, with any surround mode selected. When your test source is a normal disc with music signals, you may adjust the level for each channel and surround mode as you prefer, e.g. you may lower the center channel level when you find it to be too high or increase the level of the rears when you find it to be too low with specific surround modes.

If you wish to reset all the levels to their original factory default of 0dB offset, press the

⁄/¤

ButtonsEso that the on-screen cursor is

next to the the

LEVEL RESET line and press

‹/›

ButtonsEso that the word ONis

highlighted. After the levels are reset, resume the procedure outlined above to reset the levels to the desired settings.When all adjustments are done, press the on-screen ➞ cursor so that it is next to

TO MANUAL SETUP

Set Button

⁄/¤

ButtonsEto move the

and then press the

if you wish to go back to the

BACK

main menu to make other adjustments. If you have no other adjustments to make, press the

OSD Button

to exit the menu system.

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

With Stereo modes the adjustment procedure described above is the only way to trim the output level, e.g. to match the Stereo level with other modes.

EzSet/EQ On/Off

If you wish to turn the filter settings established by EzSet/EQ on or off to demonstrate the impact EzSet/EQ has on the sound of your system, simply press the EzSet/EQ On/Off button



Using this feature does not change the settings; it merely puts them in or out of the signal path.

Dim Function

Since the AVR will often be used when movies or other video programming is viewed under lowlight conditions, you may wish to lower the brightness of the front-panel displays and indicators so that they do not distract from the video presentation. You may dim the displays using the menu system, as shown on page 45, or you may control the brightness directly from the remote.

Simply press the Dim Button

once to dim the front panel to half the normal brightness level; press it again to turn the displays off. Note that when the displays are dimmed or turned off, the blue lighting around the Standby/On

Switch

will continue to stay lit as a reminder

that the AVR is still turned on.

The accent lighting for the Volume Control

will remain at its normal level, rather than dim when the panel displays are at half brightness.

Note that all changes to the front-panel brightness level are temporary; the displays will return to full brightness after the AVR is turned off and then on again. To return the displays to full brightness without turning the unit off, press the

Dim Button

as needed until the displays

are on.

In addition to lowering the brightness of the displays or turning them off completely, you may wish to have them appear whenever a button on the remote or front panel is pushed, and then gradually fade out after a set time period. You may do this by making the appropriate settings in the

VFD FADE TIME OUT line of the

ADVANCED SELECT menu, as shown on

page 45.

Memory Backup

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

44 OPERATION

Advanced Features

The AVR is equipped with a number of advanced features that add extra flexibility to the unit’s operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, they provide additional options that you may wish to use.

Front-Panel-Display Fade

In normal operation, the front-panel displays and indicators remain on at full brightness, although you may also dim them or turn them off as shown on page 46. As an additional option, you may also set the AVR so that the displays are on whenever a button is pressed on the front panel or remote, but then fade out after a set period of time.

To set the front-panel displays to the Fade mode, press the OSD Button Master Menu to the screen. Press the

Navigation ButtonEso that the ➞ cursor

is pointed to the the Set Button

SELECT

* ADVANCED SELECT *

VFD FADE TIME OUT: OFF VFD BRIGHTNESS: FULL VOLUME DEFAULT: OFF ON DEFAULT VOL SET: -25dB SEMI OSD TIME OUT: 2s FULL OSD TIME OUT: 20s DMP AUTO POWER: OFF ON

BACK TO MASTER MENU

menu (Figure 23).

→

Figure 23

With the ADVANCED SELECT menu on your video display, press the

Button

so that the ➞ cursor is pointed to

the

VFD FADE TIME OUT line. Next, press

‹/›

the

Navigation ButtonEso that the

amount of time that you wish the displays to fade out after a button is pressed is shown.

Once this time is set and the unit returned to normal operation, the displays will remain on for the time period selected whenever a button is pressed on the front panel or remote.After that time they will gradually fade out, with the exception of the lighting surrounding the

Standby/On Switch

remind you that the AVR is turned on. Note that if the displays have been turned completely off using the Dim Button, as shown on page 46, the Fade function will not operate.

If you wish to make adjustments to other items on the

ADVANCED SELECT menu, press

⁄/¤

the

Navigation ButtonEto place the

➞ cursor next to the desired item, or place the ➞ cursor next to the

line and press the Set ButtonFto make an adjustment to another menu. If you have completed all adjustments, press the OSD

Button

to exit the menu system.

to bring the

⁄/¤

ADVANCED line, and press

to enter the ADVANCED

⁄/¤

Navigation

, which remains on to

BACK T O MASTER

Display Brightness

The AVR’s front panel Main Information Display

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

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

to bring the MASTER MENU to the screen. Press the screen ➞ cursor is next to the line. Press the Set Button Fto enter the

ADVANCED SELECT menu (Figure 23).

To change the brightness setting, at the

ADVANCED SELECT menu, make certain

that the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the line, and press the ›Button Euntil the desired brightness level is highlighted in the video display.When display is at its normal brightness.When is highlighted, the display is at half the normal brightness level. When the indicators in the Main Information

Display

Power Indicator

remind you that the unit is turned on.

If you wish to make other adjustments in the menu, press the screen ➞ cursor is next to the desired setting or the

BACK T O MASTER MENU line and

press the Set button adjustments to make, press the OSD Button to exit the menu system.

The display brightness may also be changed by pressing and holding the Set button front for three seconds until the message in the

Main Information Display

FULL

. Within five seconds, press the front panel Selector buttons brightness display level is shown. At that point, press the Set button setting.

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

ADVANCED SELECT

⁄

Button E, until the on-

ADVANCED

VFD

FULL is highlighted, the

HALF

OFF is highlighted, all of

will go dark. Note, however, that the

, will always remain lit to

⁄/¤

Buttons Euntil the on-

. If you have no other

on the

reads VFD

until the desired

again to enter the

Turn On Volume Level

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

ADVANCED SELECT menu. To start

the adjustment, press the OSD button bring the screen. Press the

MASTER MENU (Figure 7) to the

⁄

button E, until the onscreen ➞ cursor is next to the line. Press the Set button Fto enter the

ADVANCED SELECT menu (Figure 23).

ADVANCED SELECT menu make

At the certain that the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the

VOLUME DEFAULT line by pressing the

⁄/¤

buttons Eas needed. Next, press the ➞

button

so that the word ONis highlighted

in the video display. Next, press the

once so that the on-screen ➞ cursor is next

to the

DEFAULT VOL SET line. To set the

desired turn-on volume, press the

or hold them pressed until the desired vol-

ume level is shown on the

SET

line. Note that this setting may NOT be

DEFAULT VOL

made with the regular volume controls.

NOTE: Since the setting for the turn-on volume cannot be heard while the setting is being made, you may wish to determine the setting before making the adjustment. To do this, listen to any source and adjust the volume to the desired level using the regular volume controls the desired volume level to be used at turn-on is reached, make a note of the setting as it appears in the lower third of the video screen or in the

Main Information Display

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

‹/›

buttons Eto enter

this setting.

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

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

⁄/¤

Buttons Euntil the onscreen ➞ cursor is next to the desired setting or the

BACK T O MASTER MENU line and

press the Set button

. If you have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD Button to exit the menu system.

ADVANCED

button

‹/›

buttons



I. When

ENGLISH

ADVANCED FEATURES 45

Advanced Features

Semi-OSD Settings

The semi-OSD system places one line messages at the lower third of the video display screen whenever the Volume, Input Source, Surround mode or tuner frequency of any of the configuration settings are changed (except when HDMI, 720p or 1080i sources are in use). The semi-OSD system is helpful in that enables you to have feedback on any control changes or remote commands using the video display when it is difficult to view the front-panel displays. However, you may occasionally prefer to turn these displays off for a particular listening session. You may also want to adjust the length of time the displays remain on the screen. Both of those options are possible with the AVR.

To turn off the semi-OSD system, you will need to make an adjustment in the

SELECT

menu (Figure 23). To start the adjustment, press the OSD button the

MASTER MENU to the screen. Press the

⁄

Button E, until the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the Button

SELECT

At the

ADVANCED line. Press the Set

to enter the ADVANCED

menu.

ADVANCED SELECT menu make

certain that the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the

SEMI OSD line by pressing the

as needed. Next, press the ›button Eso

that the word

OFF is highlighted in the video

display.

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

To change the length of time that the semi-OSD displays remain on the screen, go to the

ADVANCED SELECT Menu as outlined

earlier, and press the needed, until the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the

SEMI-OSD TIME OUT line. Next,

press the

‹/›

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

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

⁄/¤

screen ➞ cursor is next to the desired setting or the

BACK T O MASTER MENU line and

press the Set button adjustments to make, press the OSD Button to exit the menu system.

ADVANCED

to bring

⁄/¤

buttons

⁄/¤

buttons Eas

Buttons Euntil the on-

. If you have no other

Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment

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

To change the Full-OSD Time Out, you will need to make an adjustment in the

SELECT

menu (Figure 23). To start the adjustment, press the OSD button the

MASTER MENU to the screen. Press the

⁄

button E, until the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the Button

SELECT

At the

ADVANCED line. Press the Set

to enter the ADVANCED

menu (Figure 23).

ADVANCED SELECT menu make

certain that the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the

FULL OSD TIME OUT line by pressing the

⁄/¤

Buttons Eas needed. Next, press the

‹/›

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

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

⁄/¤

on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the desired setting or the

BACK T O MASTER MENU line and

press the Set button adjustments to make, press the OSD Button to exit the menu system.

The

Bridge

DMP/ Auto Power

When using Harman Kardon’s optional iPod docking station, the normal operation is to have the iPod selected as the input source only when it is specifically chosen. However, you may set the AVR so that whenever the iPod is turned on, the AVR will also turn on automatically and set The Bridge as the input.

To change the setting, first make certain that the

ADVANCED SELECT menu (Figure 23) is

on the screen, and then press the Navigation ButtonsEF until the cursor is pointing to

⁄/¤

DMP AUTO POWER. Press the

Navigation ButtonsEF so that ON is highlighted to have the AVR turn on in sync with an iPod, or

OFF for standard operation.

ADVANCED

to bring

Buttons Euntil the

. If you have no other

The

⁄/¤

Bridge

46 ADVANCED FEATURES

Multiroom Operation

The AVR is fully equipped to operate as the control center for a complete multiroom system that is capable of sending one source to a second zone in the house while separate source is listened to in the main room. In addition to providing for control over the selection of the remote source and its volume, the AVR offers a comprehensive range of options for powering the speakers in the second zone.

• Using the line-level Multiroom Audio

Outputs

optional, external power amplifiers that may be matched to the specifics of the installation.

• When the main room system is configured for

5.1 operation, the Surround Back Left/Right amplifier channels may be used to power the remote zone so that no additional amplifiers are required.

• Using built-in A-BUS/ optional A-BUS modules may be connected to the AVR via a single Category Five wire, so that remote zone speakers may be powered directly from the module or keypad without the need for additional power, IR sensor or volume control wires to be run to the second zone.

In addition, the AVR includes a remote IR sensor input so that remote control commands from the Zone II remote included with the unit may be transmitted to the unit, while standard IR input/output jacks allow the remote zone’s commands to be sent to compatible IR-controlled source devices.

Installation

Although simple remote room systems may be installed by the average do-it-yourself hobbyist, the complexity of your multizone/multiroom system involves running wires inside of walls where the services of a specially trained installer may be required. Regardless of who does the work, please remember that local building codes may govern in-wall electrical work, including proper specification of any wiring used and the way in which it is connected. You are responsible for making certain that all Multiroom installation work is done properly and in compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.

For standard installations, follow the instructions shown on page 16 and 20 for the connection of speaker wire and IR remote wiring to the AVR.

For installations where the Surround Back Left/Right amplifier channels are used to power the remote zone, make certain that the system is configured for that type of operation, as shown on this page.



, the selected source may be fed to

READY

technology,

For installations where A-BUS modules are used, follow the instructions provided with the A-BUS remote modules or keypads. Additional information will also be made available through the Harman Kardon Web Site at www.harmankardon.com.

RS-232 Control

The AVR is rare among A/V receivers in that it provides the capability for full remote control from compatible computers or specialized remote control systems. RS-232 programming requires specialized programming knowledge and for that reason we recommend that it only be done by qualified installers.

NOTE: The RS-232 port on this product is for use by authorized service personnel ONLY.

For more information on using the RS-232 port for remote control, visit the Harman Kardon Web site at www.harmankardon.com or contact our customer service department.

Multiroom Setup

Once the audio and IR link connections have been made, the AVR needs to be configured for multiroom operation using the steps below. Press the OSD button

to bring the MASTER

(Figure 7) to the screen. Press the

⁄

button Etwice, until the on-screen ➞ cursor is next to the button

MULTI-ROOM line. Press the Set

to enter the MULTI-ROOM

menu (Figure 24).

* MULTI-ROOM SETUP *

→

MULTI-ROOM :OFF ON MULTI IN :FM PRESET01 MULTI VOL :25dB SB AMPS :MAIN MULTI CARRIER OUT: ZONE II

BACK TO MASTER MENU

Figure 24

When the MULTI-ROOM menu appears, the on-screen ➞ cursor will be at the

ROOM

line. Since this line is used to turn the

MULTI-

system on and off, do not make an adjustment here unless you wish to turn the system on at this time.To turn the system on, press the

› button

so that ONis highlighted. If you do not wish to turn the system on at this time or to proceed to the next step, press the

once so that the ➞ on-screen cursor is next

to the

MULTI I N line.

Button

At the

MULTI I N line, press the

until the desired Audio/Video input to the

‹/›

buttons

multi-room system appears in the highlighted video.When the selection has been made, press

the

button Eonce so that the ➞ on-screen

cursor is next to the

MULTI VOL line, press the

At the

MULTI VOL line.

‹/›

buttons Eor hold them pressed until the desired volume level for the multi-room system is entered. DO NOT use the regular volume control knobs for this setting. When all settings for the multiroom setup have been made, press the

buttons Eonce so that the on-screen ➞

cursor is next to the

line and press the Set button F. If you

BACK T O MASTER

have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD button

to exit the menu system.

Surround Amplifier Channel Assignment

The AVR is equipped with seven full-power amplifier channels to allow for complete

7.1-channel operation without the need for additional external amplifiers. However, in some installations you may wish to use the traditional

5.1-channel configuration for the main listening room, which allows the surround back left/right amplifier channels to be used to power speakers placed in a remote zone location.

If you wish to use the Surround Back channel amplifiers to power the remote zone, you must change a setting in the

SETUP

menu. To make that change, first call

MULTIROOM

up the menu system by pressing the OSD Button

to bring the MASTER MENU

(Figure 7) to the screen. Next, press the

Button Euntil the ➞ cursor is next to the

MULTI ROOM line. Press the Set Button

to enter the MULTIROOM SETUP

menu.

To change the setting so that the Surround Back amplifiers are fed by the source selected through the Multiroom system, press the

so that MULTI is highlighted in reverse

video and press the Set Button

‹/›

Buttons

Remember that once this setting is made you will not be able to take advantage of any of the

6.1/7.1- channel decoding or processing modes, and no Surround Back speakers must be selected in the speaker setup procedure outlined earlier. In addition the speakers used for the remote zone must be connected to the Surround Back/

Multiroom Speaker Outputs



. The volume for these speakers is set by the multiroom system, as explained on page 48 of this manual.

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MULTIROOM OPERATION 47

Multiroom Operation

Infrared Output Selection

The AVR 445 enables you to select which IR input will be used to feed the Full Carrier IR

Output



. The factory default setting is the IR

signal that is fed to the Multiroom IR Input



, but you may select other options.

To change this setting, first make sure the

MULTI-ROOM SETUP menu is on the

screen, and then press the

Buttons

F so that the cursor is next to

CARRIER OUT; then press the Set Button

Q. Press the

F to select one of these options:

ZR10feeds the signal present at the

•

Multiroom IR Input IR Output

A-BUS feeds the signal carried back from an

•



optional A-Bus module connected to the AVR to the Full Carrier IR Output

FRONT feeds the received through the front-

• panel Remote Sensor Window

Full Carrier IR Output

When all needed adjustments to the

ROOM SETUP

⁄/¤

the

Navigation ButtonsEF until

the cursor is pointing to

to make changes to other menus, or press the OSD Button menu system and return to normal operation.

Multiroom Operation

When operating the AVR from a remote room location where an IR sensor link has been connected to the AVR’s rear panel Multiroom IR

Input



, you may use either the Main remote

control or the ZR 10 remote buttons BC D. Press the AVR Selector B to turn the unit on to the last source, or any of the other Selector buttons to turn on to a specific source.

With the remote pointing toward an IR sensor or A-Bus module in the remote room, you may turn on the second zone system by pressing the AVR Selector Button B on the ZR 10 remote to turn the system on with the last used source for the multiroom system active, or you may press one of the Input Selectors D or the Tuner Selector C or Selector  to turn the multiroom system on directly to a specific source.

When the multiroom system is turned on, you may use the same buttons on either remote that would normally be used to control an AVR function such as volume, source selection, tuner control or the operation of an iPod docked to The Bridge. If any of the input devices are connected to the IR Output



, by either a hard-wire connection or through

an optional IR “blaster,” you may use the Transport Controls P on the ZR 10 to operate compatible Harman Kardon products.

⁄/¤

Navigation

⁄/¤

Navigation Buttons



to the Full Carrier



to the



MULTI-

menu have been made, press

BACK T O MASTER

E to exit the

The

Bridge



or Full Carrier IR Output

To turn the system off from the remote room, press the Power-Off button

A. Remember

that the AVR may be turned on or off from the remote room regardless of the system’s operation or status in the main room.

NOTE: When the tuner is selected as the source for the remote zone, any change to the frequency or preset will also change the station being listened to in the main room, if the tuner is in use there. Similarly, if someone in the main room changes the station, the change will also impact the remote room.

To activate the feed to the remote room, press the Multiroom button Next, press the Set button When the

MULTI ON/OFF message



on the remote.

appears in the on-screen display and the Lower

Display Line

and then press the

so that display changes to MULTI O N.

Press the Set Button

, press the Set Button

⁄/¤

Navigation Button

again to activate the

setting. Note that this method may be used to turn the Multiroom system on or off even when the AVR is in the Standby mode in the main listening room.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When an A-BUS module is connected, the AVR’s Multiroom system must be turned on before the A-BUS module is able to communicate with the AVR. Once turned on using the instructions in the preceding paragraph, the Multiroom system must remain on in order for the A-BUS module to operate.

When the unit is in the Standby mode, but ready for Multiroom or A-BUS operation, the lighting around the Standby/On Switch blue and a

Lower Display Line

MULTI O N message appears in the

remains

, even though the unit

is “off” in the main listening room.

When the multiroom system is turned on, the input selected using the Multiroom Menu will be fed to the Multiroom Output jacks rear panel as well as the A-BUS Jack





on the

. The volume will be as set in the same menu, although it may also be adjusted using an optional IR sensor and the Zone II remote in the remote location or on the optional audio power amplifier connected to the Multiroom Output jacks



Although changes to the input source or remote room volume will normally be made using an IR sensor in the remote room that is connected to the AVR, it is also possible to change those settings from the main listening room. This is useful for situations where some or all of the remote rooms do not have an IR sensor, or to take control over the remote room without actually being in that room.

In addition to using the

MULTIROOM menu,

as shown on the previous page, you may change the source or volume in the remote zone using the remote. Press the Multiroom Button on the remote, and when the MULTI

ON/OFF

message appears in the on-screen display and the Lower Display Line the Set Button

⁄/¤

Navigation ButtonEto toggle past

that message to

MULTI INPUT.

and then press the

MULTI LEVEL or

To change the remote room’s input source,

MULTI INPUT appears, press the

when

Set Button

, and then press the

Navigation ButtonEuntil the desired input

appears in the on-screen display and in the

Lower Display Line

. Remember that only analog or PCM input sources may be selected for use with the Multiroom system. Dolby Digital or DTS sources are not available to the Multiroom system.

To change the remote room’s volume, when

MULTI LEVEL appears, press the Set

⁄

Button Button

, and press the

to change the volume setting. Note

that this volume adjustment controls the level for the output to the Multiroom Audio Outputs



and for any speakers connected to the

Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs



when the Surround Back amplifier channels are configured for Multiroom use, as shown on page 47. This adjustment does NOT change the volume level for any room where an ABUS module is used, as that setting is only adjustable using the A-BUS module’s volume control or built-in IR sensor.

Once the multiroom system is turned on, it will remain on even if the AVR is placed in the Standby mode in the main room by pressing the

Power Off Button Control

or the System Power

on the front panel. To turn off the multiroom system from the main listening room, when the AVR is on press the Multiroom button



and then the Set button F. Press the

⁄/¤

buttons Eso that the Main

Information Display

MULTI OFF.

Even when the AVR is turned off (to Standby

or OSD will display

mode) and the multiroom system is turned off too, the multiroom system may be turned on at any time by pressing the Multiroom button



, or any of the Selector buttons

BCD in the remote room.



, press

⁄/¤

Navigation

48 MULTIROOM OPERATION

Tuner Operation

Basic Tuner Operation

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

Station Selection

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

Band Selector

at any time.

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

3. Press the Tuner Mode button

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

When the button is pressed so that appears in the Main Information Display each press of the Tuning Selectors)K put the tuner in a scan mode that seeks the next higher or lower frequency station with acceptable signal strength. An

TUNED

indication will momentarily appear

AUTO S T

when the station stops at a stereo FM station, and an

AUTO TUNED indication will

momentarily appear when an AM or monaural FM station is tuned. Press the Tuning buttons again to scan to the next receivable station.

When the button is pressed so that appears in the Main Information Display each tap of the Selector will increased or decrease the frequency by one increment. When the tuner receives a strong enough signal for adequate reception,

MANUAL TUNED will

appear in the Main Information Display

4. Stations may also be tuned directly by pressing

the Direct button Numeric Keys

, and then pressing the

that correspond to the station’s frequency. Note that for entering numbers higher than 100 you need to enter only the "1" rather than "10", the first "0" will be added automatically.The desired station will automatically be tuned after the latest number is entered. If you press an incorrect button while entering a direct frequency, press the Clear button



to start over.

on the

AUTO

MANUAL

will

NOTE: When the FM reception of a stereo station is weak, audio quality will be increased by switching to Mono mode by pressing the Tuner Mode button holding the Band Selector panel so that

on the remote or

on the front

MANUAL appears momentarily in

the Main Information Display goes out.

Preset Tuning

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

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

1. Press the Memory button on the remote. Note that two underscore lines will appear in the

Main Information Display

2. Within five seconds, press the Numeric

Keys

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

Main Information Display

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

Recalling Preset Stations

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

that correspond to the desired station’s

memory location.

• To manually tune through the list of stored preset stations one by one, press the Preset Stations Selector buttons

#on the front

panel or remote.

RDS Operation

The AVR is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a wide range of information to FM radio. Now in use in many countries, RDS is a system for transmitting station

call signs or network information, a description of station program type, text messages about the station or specifics of a musical selection, and the correct time.

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

and then

RDS Tuning

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

Main Information Display

RDS Display Options

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

^enables you to cycle

through the various data types in the following sequence:

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

• The station’s frequency (

• The Program Type (

FREQ).

PTY) as shown in the list

below.

NOTE: Many stations do not transmit a specific PTY. The display will show

NONE, when such a

station is selected and PTY is active.

• A “text” message (Radiotext,

RT) containing

special information from the broadcast station. Note that this message may scroll across the display to permit messages longer than the eight positions in the display. Depending on signal quality, it may take up to 30 seconds for the text message to appear; in that time, the word

TEXT will flash in the Information Display when

RT is selected.

• The current time of day (

CT). Note that it may

take up to two minutes for the time to appear, in that time the word

TIME will flash in the

information display when CT is selected. Please note that the accuracy of the time data is dependent on the radio station, not the AVR.

Some RDS stations may not include some of these additional features. If the data required for the selected mode is not being transmitted, the

Main Information Display

NO TYPE, NO TEXT or NO TIME

will show a

message after the individual time out.

In any FM mode the RDS function requires a strong enough signal for proper operation.

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TUNER OPERATION 49

Tuner Operation

Program Search (PTY)

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

• (RDS ONLY)

• (TRAFFIC)

• NEWS: News

• AFFAIRS: Current Affairs

• INFO: Infomation

• SPORT: Sports

• EDUCATE: Educational

• DRAMA: Drama

• CULTURE: Culture

• SCIENCE: Sciencek

• VARIED: Varied Speech Programs

• POPM: Popular Music

• ROCKM: Rock Music

• M.O.R.M.: Middle-of-the-Road Music

• LIGHTM: Classical Music

• CLASSICS: Serious Classical Music

• OTHERM: Other Music

• WEATHER: Weather Information

• FINANCE: Financial Programs

• CHILDREN: Children’s Programs

• SOCIAL A: Social Affairs Programs

• RELIGION: Religious Broadcasts

• PHONE IN: Phone-In Programs

• TRAVEL: Travel and Touring

• LEISURE: Leisure and Hobby

• JAZZ: Jazz Music

• COUNTRY: Country Music

• NATIONAL: National Music

• OLDIES: Oldies Music

• FOLK M: Folk Music

• DOCUMENT: Documentary Programs

• TEST: Emergency Test

• ALARM: Emergency Broadcast Information

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

1. Press the RDS button current PTY is shown in the Main

Information Display

2. While the PTY is shown, press the Preset Up/Down button

pressed to scroll through the list of available PTY types, as shown above starting with the PTY currently received. To simply search for the next station transmitting any RDS data, use the Preset Up/Down button until RDS ONLY appears in the display.

3. Press any of the Tuning Up/Down buttons

)K, the tuner begins to scan the FM band

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

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

NOTE: Some stations transmit constant traffic information. These stations can be found by selecting

NEWS in the list. The AVR will find the next

appropriate station, even if it is not broadcasting traffic information when the search is made.

TRAFFIC, the option in front of

^until the

#or hold them



NONE

50 TUNER OPERATION

Programming the Remote

Configuring the Remote

The AVR 445 remote is factory-programmed for all functions needed to operate the unit. In addition, it is also preprogrammed to operate most recent Harman Kardon DVD players and changers, CD players and changers, CD recorders and cassette decks.The codes for other brand devices may be programmed into the AVR 445 remote using its extensive library of remote codes or a head-to-head learning process for codes not in the internal library.

Thanks to the remote’s advanced technology and two-line LCD display, it is no longer necessary to look up cumbersome codes when programming the remote; following the steps outlined below, you simply search for the brand name from the remote’s memory. We recommend that you first try the preprogrammed code entry method. If that procedure is not successful, then try the code learning method.

Preprogrammed Code Entry

The easiest way to program the AVR remote for operation with a source device from another brand is to follow these steps:

1. Turn on the power to the device you wish to program into the AVR remote. This is important, as in a later step you will need to see whether the device turns off to determine whether the remote has been programmed for the proper remote codes.



2. Press and hold the Program Button about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the

button when the red light under the Set

Button

HOLD PROG BUTTON FOR 3 SECONDS

appears.

Figure 25

3. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the Set Button

will remain illuminated in

to begin the process of selecting a device and locating the proper remote codes.

MAIN MENU PROGRAM DEVICE

Figure 26

4. SELECT A DEVICE will appear in the LCD display (Figure 27).

⁄¤

Press the

Navigation ButtonsEto

scroll through the list of device categories and

press the Set Button

when the device

you wish to set the codes for appears.

for

For this example, we will select “TV” to enter the codes needed to operate your TV.

SELECT A DEVICE TV

Figure 27

NOTE: The codes for hard-drive recorder products (PVR) such as TiVo and Replay are programmed by selecting VCR as the device. For satellite-based TiVo products, check under the brand name of the product.

5. At the next menu screen on the remote (Figure

28) press the Set Button

to enter the Manual mode, which means that you will select the brand name of the device from the list programmed into the remote’s memory.

PROGRAM DEVICE MANUAL

Figure 28

6. The next menu screen on the remote (Figure

19) will show the start of the list of available

⁄¤

brands. Press the

until the brand name of the device you

Navigation Buttons

are programming into the remote appears on the lower line of the display and then press

the Set Button

SELECT BRAND RCA

Figure 29

NOTE: If the brand name for the product you wish to program does not appear in the list, the codes may still be available, as some manufacturers share codes. If the desired brand is not listed,



press the Clear Button

to exit the programming process, and skip to the instructions shown on page 52 for the “Automatic” method of programming the remote. If desired, or if the codes for your brand are not part of the remote’s library at all, you may still use the AVR remote to program most infrared-controlled products by “learning” the commands from the product’s original remote into the AVR remote. The instructions for Learning Commands are on page 52.

7. The next step is important, as it determines

which codes will operate the source device or display. Point the AVR remote at the device being programmed and, following the instructions shown in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

the Numeric Keys

, press and release

shown on the menu screen (Figure 30) one at a time, starting with the “1” button.After you press the “1”

Button

, the remote’s LCD screen will briefly go blank as the code is being transmitted, but you will see the “transmit” icon in the upper right corner of the display to serve as confirmation that the remote is sending out commands.

PRESS A NUMBER CODE 1 OF 10

Figure 30

8. After you press and release the number key, watch the device being programmed to see whether it turns off.As shown in the instructions that will appear on the next menu screen (Figure 31), if your device has turned off, press

the Set Button

, and then skip to Step

10. If the unit does not turn off, proceed to the next step.

POWER OFF? Y:SET N: NEXT# OR CLR

Figure 31

9. If the device being programmed into the AVR remote does not turn off after you have pressed the “1” key, continue Steps 8 and 9 by pressing the available numeric keys shown until the device turns off. If the device still does not turn off after all choices have been tried, or if there is only one number key shown as available to try, the code for this specific device is not in the AVR remote library under that brand name. If that is the case, press the



Clear Button

to exit the manual programming mode. Remember that the codes may still be stored in the AVR remote’s library under another brand, and you can have the remote control search for them by following the instructions below for automatic programming. You may also manually “learn” the codes for most devices into the AVR remote by following the Learning Commands instructions on page 52.

10. When the device being programmed does turn off after a numeric key has been pressed, you must press the Set Button

within five seconds to enter the setting into the remote’s memory. After you press the Set button, the top line of the LCD display will read SAVING… and then the word SAVED will flash four times in the center of the bottom line.

11. When the codes are saved the remote will return to normal operation, and whenever you press the Input Selector Button

that was just programmed, the codes for the new device will be used. If no further buttons are pressed, the remote will revert back to the default setting for AVR commands.

NOTE: Some brands share a common remote control code for “Power Off” for many models. For that reason it is possible that even though the remote appears to be properly programmed, you may find that some buttons do not appear to issue the correct command. If this is the case, repeat the procedure outlined above, but if more than one numeric key selection is suggested in Step 7, try a different number to see whether the remote operates correctly.

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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 51

Programming the Remote

Although the AVR remote is preprogrammed with an extensive library of codes for many major brands, it is also possible that you may have attempted to program a product that is too new or too old, and thus not all of its commands will be in the code library.You may fill in the codes for any button that does not operate properly by using the learning technique shown on page this page.

Automatic Code Entry

In addition to manual code selection using the brand name list, it is also possible to automatically search through all the codes that are stored in the AVR remote’s library to see whether a device will respond even if it is not listed among the brands that appear when you program the remote manually.To automatically search through the codes that are available for a specific device type (e.g., DVD, VCR), follow these steps:



2. Press and hold the Program Button about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

3. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26) will appear in the LCD display and the Set

Button

Press the Set Button

will remain illuminated in red.

to begin the process of selecting a device and locating the proper remote codes.

4. SELECT A DEVICE will appear in the LCD display (Figure 27).

⁄¤

Press the

Navigation ButtonsEto

scroll through the list of device categories and

press the Set Button

when the device for which you wish to set the codes appears. For this example, we will select “TV” to enter the codes needed to operate your TV.

5. At the next menu screen on the remote (Figure

⁄

28), press the

Navigation Buttons

so that the bottom line of the LCD display reads AUTO (Figure 32) and then press the

Set Button

to enter the Automatic pro-

gramming mode.

PROGRAM DEVICE AUTO

Figure 32

6. As instructed on the next menu screen, press

⁄

Navigation ButtonsEto begin

the the automatic code search process.Your confirmation that the remote is sending out commands is the movement of a square block across the top line of the LCD display screen while the bottom line reads PLEASE WAIT….

for

You will also see the transmit icon in the upper right corner of the LCD display’s top line to remind you that the remote is working even though you may not see anything happening to the device being programmed.

7. It will take a few seconds for the remote to send out the first group of commands, after which you will see a new display in the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 33. Following the instructions, if the device being programmed

⁄

has NOT turned off, press the

Buttons

again to send another group of

Navigation

codes. If the device being programmed has turned off, skip to Step 9.

POWER OFF? Y - > 1~ 0 N->

Figure 33

8. By pressing the ⁄Navigation Buttons

again, the remote will send out a new set of commands.When it pauses, follow the instructions shown in Step 7. Depending on how many codes are stored for a specific device type, you may have to repeat this process as many as fifteen times. Remember, if the device turns off, skip to Step 9. When all the codes for the device being programmed have been tried, the instruction shown in Figure 34 will appear. This means that the codes for the product you are trying to program are not in the AVR remote library and you will have to “learn” them into the remote following the instructions shown on this page. Press the

Set Button

as instructed to exit the

programming process.

REACH END POINT EXIT -> SET KEY

Figure 34

9. If the device being programmed does turn off after following the instructions in Step 7, you will need to verify the code set by pressing the

Numeric Keys

in sequence, as instructed in Figure 33. Point the remote at the device being programmed, and press the “1” Button

to see whether the device turns back on.

10. After pressing and releasing the “1” Button

, check to see whether the device has turned back on. If it has, skip to Step 12. If it does not turn on, press the “2” Button

or the next button in the numeric sequence if you are repeating the procedure, as instructed by the LCD screen in Figure 35.

POWER ON? Y - > SET N-> 1 ~ 0

Figure 35

11. When pressing the “1” button does not turn the device being programmed back on, repeat the procedure by trying the remainder

of the Numeric Keys

in sequence, each time pressing and then releasing the button to see whether the new device turns back on. When it does, skip to the next step. However, if you try all 10 numeric keys and find that the unit will not turn on, you won’t be able to use this method to program the device.



Press the Clear Button

to exit the programming process.You’ll need to follow the Learning Commands instructions below to enter the codes for this device into the AVR remote.

12. When pressing one of the numeric keys in Step 10 or 11 causes the device being programmed to turn back on, follow the instructions shown in Figure 32 and press the

Set Button

within five seconds of the device turning on. After you press the Set button, the top line of the LCD display will read SAVING… and then the word SAVED will flash four times in the center of the bottom line.

13. When the codes are saved, the remote will return to normal operation, and whenever you press the Input Selector Button that was just programmed, the codes for the new device will be used. If no further buttons are pressed, the remote will revert back to the default setting for AVR commands.

Learning Commands

On occasions when the AVR remote does not contain the codes for a particular product’s remote in its built-in library, or when you wish to program a missing or special function into one button of a device, the AVR remote’s learning capability allows you to do that. To teach commands from one product’s remote into the AVR remote, follow these steps:

The process requires that both the device’s original remote and the AVR remote be available. Before pressing any buttons on either remote, place them so that the IR transmitter on the remote from the device to be programmed is

facing the Infrared Lens remote.The two remotes should be no more than an inch apart, and there should not be any direct

sunlight or other bright light source near the remotes.

1. Press and hold the Program Button

about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display button when the red light under the Set

Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

will remain illuminated in

⁄

Navigation Buttons

once so that Learn appears on the bottom line

on the AVR’s

. Release the



for

52 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

Programming the Remote

of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 36.

Press the Set Button

to begin the process of learning commands from another device’s remote into the AVR remote.

MAIN MENU LEARN

Figure 36

3. The SELECT A DEVICE message will appear in the LCD display (Figure 27). Press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEto scroll through the list of device categories and press the Set

Button

when the device for which you wish to set the codes appears. For this example, we will select “TV” to enter the codes needed to operate your TV.

4. The next menu screen (Figure 37) will prompt you to select the button, or “key,” on the AVR remote that you wish to program. Press that button on the AVR remote.

SELECT A KEY TO PROGRAM

Figure 37

5. Once you press the button to be programmed on the AVR remote, press and hold the button on the remote control for the device to be programmed within five seconds, as instructed on the next menu screen (Figure 38).

PRESS KEY ON ORIGINAL REMOTE

Figure 38

6. Continue to hold the button on the original remote until the menu on the AVR remote’s LCD screen changes. If the code is successfully learned you will see the display shown in Figure 39. If you see that menu, proceed to Step 9. If the code is not successfully learned, you will see the display shown in Figure 40. If that menu appears, proceed to Step 7.

LEARN MENU LRN ANOTHER KEY

Figure 39

LEARN FAILED RETRY

Figure 40

7. If the message shown in Figure 36 appears in

the display, press the Set Button

to try programming the button again. When the remote prompts you to press and hold the key on the original remote again by showing the display shown in Figure 38, immediately press the button on the source remote again. To avoid another failed attempt, make certain that the windows on the two remotes are facing one another.

8. Continue to hold the button on the original remote until the AVR’s display changes again. If the code was successfully learned, you will see the display shown in Figure 35. In that case, skip to the next step. If the LEARN FAILED display (Figure 40) appears again you may either try to program the key again,

⁄

or press the

Navigation ButtonsEto

stop the process. It is possible that some remotes may use code sequences or infrared frequencies that are not compatible with the AVR remote, and those codes cannot be learned. When the display shown in Figure

41 appears, press the Set Button

exit the Learning system.

LEARN FAILED EXIT

Figure 41

9. When a code has been learned successfully, you have three options.When the display shown in Figure 39 is on the LCD screen on the AVR remote, you may press the Set

Button

to learn additional codes from the buttons on a remote into the AVR remote. Follow Steps 4 through 8 as often as needed to complete the code-learning process.

10. If you wish to change the name that appears in the LCD display when the button that has just had a new code learned is pressed, press

⁄

Navigation ButtonsEso that the

the display shown in Figure 42 appears in the LCD

display. Press the Set Button

to open the RENAME KEY menu. Enter the new name for the key following the instructions shown in the Renaming Individual Keys section of this manual on page 57. If you find it more convenient to rename the buttons at a later time, you may do that separately by following the instructions on page 58.

LEARN MENU RENAME KEY

Figure 42

11. When you have programmed all keys for the

⁄

desired device, press the

Buttons

twice when the LEARN MENU

Navigation

(Figure 39) appears so that you see the display show in Figure 43. The remote will return to normal operation.

LEARN MENU END LEARNING

Figure 43

12. If you wish to program the codes for another device, repeat the procedure outline above, but select a different device in Step 3.

Learning Codes for an Input Selector

The AVR 445’s remote allows you to learn a specific code to be attached to one of the Input

Selectors

so that whenever that button is pressed, you will not only be selecting that device as the AVR’s input and telling the remote to use the remote codes that have been programmed to belong to that device, it also allows you to have that special code transmitted, as well. This allows you to have an input (or other command) sent to a display so that when video sources are directly connected to the display, you can automatically command it to switch to the same input selected for the AVR.

To learn a remote code into one of the Input

Selectors

, follow the same steps shown above for learning the keys for an entire device remote with the following exceptions:

• In Step 3, press the

Button

⁄/¤

Navigation

until LEARN DEVICE

appears in the bottom line of the LCD display.

• When the

SELECT A DEVICE message

(Figure 36) appears, as described in Step 4, press the specific Input Selector Button

that you wish to have transmit a special code when it is pressed.

• When the

RENAME DEVICE option is

offered by the remote after the code is programmed, you will be changing the name that is shown in the remote’s LCD display every time that Input Selector is pressed.

Device Priority

After having programmed or learnt the different sources, you can set the Device Priority. The default setting is that after pressing one of the Input Selectors and any of its function keys, the remote control defaults back to controlling the AVR functions after 6 seconds. You can either extend this time to 12 seconds, or leave the remote control to control the last used source, by following the steps below.



1. Press and hold the Program Button

until the MAIN MENU appears.

2. Press the

Navigation ButtonEuntil

DEVICE PRIORITY appears. Press the Set

Button

3. Press the ⁄/¤Navigation ButtonEto

select the requested setting. Confirm the setting by pressing the Set Button

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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 53

Programming the Remote

Changing Devices

In the factory default settings, the AVR remote is programmed so that the commands transmitted correspond to the device selected by pressing

one of the Input Selectors as you want the remote to control the device you have selected. However, in some circumstances you may have configured your system so that the devices connected to the AVR do not correspond to the default device settings and the legends printed on the remote. For example, if your system has two VCRs you may connect the second VCR to the VID 2 input.There is no problem in doing that, but in normal operation the commands issued after selecting the VID 2 input are for a television, not a VCR.

The AVR remote allows you to correct that situation through the “Changing Devices” process. That enables you to assign the codes from one type of device to a different button. For example, in the steps below, we will explain how to program the VID 2 buttons to provide the commands to operate a VCR. Of course, you may program the remote to have any of the devices take on the code set of any other device, as your system requires.And, with the AVR remote’s “Rename” function, you can even change the way the name of the device appears on the remote’s LCD display so that you see exactly which commands are being sent.

To program the buttons normally assigned to one device for the commands of another, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the Program Button about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

will remain illuminated in

⁄

Navigation Buttons

twice so that CHANGE DEVICE appears on the bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 44. Press the Set Button the process of reassigning the commands used for a particular device.

MAIN MENU CHANGE DEVICE

Figure 44

3. The next menu display is where you select the Input Select, or device, that you wish to change.When the display shown in Figure 45 appears, press the

Buttons

⁄¤

to scroll through the list to find the device you wish to use for another function. In this case we will select “TV,” and show how to change it to take on the codes for operating a VCR.When that device’s name appears, press the Set Button

. This is logical,

. Release the but-

Navigation



to begin

for

OLD DEVICE TYPE TV

Figure 45

4. Once the “old” device type has been selected, you need to tell the remote which set of remote codes to use as a replacement for the device just selected. When the instructions shown in Figure 46 appear, press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEto scroll through

the list of device categories to find the name of the device that you wish to use.The old device name will remain on the left side of the LCD screen, while the replacement device list will scroll to its right. For example, press the

⁄

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the display

screen reads TV

<-VCR to have the VID 2/TV

Button transmit the commands used to control

a VCR. Press the Set Button

when the

desired device combination appears.

NEW DEVICE TYPE TV< -VCR

Figure 46

5. Once the new device is selected, the remainder of the process will select the codes for the specific brand to be used, and for that reason they are identical to the way a device is programmed using manual entry. Continue the process as outlined in the next few steps, remembering that if the codes for your specific device are not found you may select any brand and then “learn” the proper codes into the AVR remote using the process outlined on page 52. To begin the process, start by selecting the brand of device, as shown in Figure 29. Press the

Navigation Buttons

⁄¤

until the brand name of the device you are programming into the remote appears on the lower line of the display and then press the

Set Button

6. The next step is important, as it determines which codes will operate the source device or display. Point the AVR remote at the device being programmed and, following the instructions shown on the remote’s LCD

Information Display

the Numeric Keys

, press and release

one at a time, start-

ing with the “1” button.After you press the

“1” Button

the remote’s LCD screen will briefly go blank as the code is being transmitted, but you will see the “transmit” icon in the upper right corner of the display to serve as confirmation that the remote is sending out commands.

7. After you press and release the number key, watch the device being programmed to see whether it turns off.As shown in the instructions that will appear on the next menu screen

(Figure 31), press the Set Button

, and then skip to Step 9. If the unit does not turn off, proceed to the next step.

8. If the device being programmed into the AVR remote does NOT turn off after you have pressed the “1” key, continue Steps 6 and 7 by pressing the available numeric keys shown until the device turns off. If the device still does not turn off after all choices have been tried, the code for this specific device is not in the AVR remote library under that brand name. If that is the case, we suggest that you press the

Set Button

to accept the codes from another brand so that the programming is completed, but remember that you will then have to program the remote manually by following the Learning Commands instructions on page 52.

9. When the device being programmed does turn off after a numeric key has been pressed, you must press the Set Button

within five seconds to enter the setting into the remote’s memory. After you press the Set button, the top line of the LCD display will read SAVING... and then the word SAVED will flash four times in the center of the bottom line.

10. When the codes are saved the remote will return to normal operation, and whenever you press the Input Selector Button

that was just programmed, the display will show the original device type code at the far left side of the display, with the name of the new code set type in brackets. For example, the display will read TV

<-VCR in our exam-

ple of replacing the TV codes with those for a VCR.

Macro Programming

Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently used combinations of multiple remote control commands with the touch of a single button. Once a macro is programmed you may send up to 20 commands with one press of the Power On or Macro buttons.This will greatly simplify the process of turning on your system, changing devices or other common tasks.Thanks to the remote’s two-line display, it is easier than ever for you to take advantage of the power of macro commands.

Recording a Macro

To record a macro into the remote’s memory, follow these steps:



1. Press and hold the Program Button

about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the

button when the red light under the Set

Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

will remain illuminated in

⁄

Navigation Buttons

three times so that MACRO appears on the bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 47.

for

54 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

Programming the Remote

Press the Set ButtonFto enter the main macro menu branch.

MAIN MENU MACRO

Figure 47

3. At the next menu screen (Figure 48) press the

Set Button

MACRO RECORD A MACRO

to begin recording a macro.

Figure 48

4. The next display screen (Figure 49) is where you select the button that will be used to recall the macro.The choices are the Power

On Button Buttons Buttons

or one of the discrete Macro



. Press the ⁄¤Navigation

until the name of the button you wish to program the macro into is shown. For this example we will show how to program a series of commands that will automatically be sent out every time the Power button is pressed.

RECORD A MACRO POWER ON

Figure 49

5. The next screen that appears (Figure 50) is where you select the device for the first command that will be sent out as part of the

⁄¤

macro. Press the

until the name of the device appears on

Navigation Buttons

the left side of the lower line in the LCD display. For this example, the first button we want to have the macro “press” is the Power On button, so the AVR device is selected. Press the

Set Button

when the desired device name appears to move to the next programming step.

SELECT A DEVICE AVR

Figure 50

6. The next display (Figure 51) is where you begin entering the individual commands for the macro, in the order you wish them to be transmitted. Remember that when you want to change devices, you must first press the Input

Selector

for that button, and then press the Command or Function key. Since we want to program a series of events that occur each time the Power On button is pressed, press the AVR button. In your specific macro, this is the first command button.

SELECT A DEVICE AVR

Figure 51

7. The next display (Figure 52) and the subsequent screens are where the actual macro programming take place. The words at the left side of the top line of the display show the button that is being programmed (e.g., the

Power On Button



Buttons

) and the indication at the right

or one of the Macro

side of the top line shows the number of macro steps available of 20 possible steps. Following the instructions on the remote’s LCD screen, press the first key you wish to be transmitted in the macro. In our example, we first want the AVR to turn on, so the Power

Button

POWER ON 00/20 SELECT KEY PRESS

should be pressed.

Figure 52

8. Once the first command button for the macro has been pressed, continue to press the buttons you wish to be part of the macro, in the order they will be used. Press each button within five seconds of the last button, remembering to press the Input Selector

when you are changing device functions. As the buttons on the remote are pressed, the remote’s display screen will show the steps in the macro as they are programmed (Figure

53).

[AVR] [AVR] POWER ON

Figure 53

9. For our example, we first want the AVR Power On button pressed, followed by the TV Power On, followed by the Cable Box On, followed by the selection of the Logic 7 mode.To do that, press the buttons in this order:

• Power On

• VID 2/TV

• Power On

• VID 3/Cable

• Power On

• AVR

• Logic 7

As each button is pressed to enter it into the

macro you will see the button names appear and then scroll up on the LCD display as your confirmation of the key entry (Figure 53).

10. When all commands for the macro have been

entered, press the Set Button

to save the macro.The display screen will show the button to which the macro has been programmed and the number of steps used, and the word SAVED will blink four times in the lower line of the LCD display.When the display returns to normal, the macro has been entered and the remote is ready for operation.

11. If a macro has been programmed into the

Power On Button

, it will play back anytime the Power On button is pressed.As the macro plays, you will see the steps appear in the remote’s LCD display. Macros programmed into one of the four discrete Macro buttons may be activated at any time by pressing the appropriate button.

Erasing a Macro

Once a macro has been created and stored in the AVR remote’s memory, you have the option of erasing it. You may do this at any time by following these steps:



1. Press and hold the Program Button

for about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

will remain illuminated in

⁄

Navigation Buttons

three times so that MACRO appears on the bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in

Figure 47. Press the Set Button

to enter

the main macro menu branch.

3. At the next menu screen (Figure 54) press

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the bot-

tom line in the remote’s LCD display reads ERASE A MACRO, as shown in Figure 54.

Press the Set Button

to begin the

process of erasing a macro.

MACRO ERASE A MACRO

Figure 54

4. The next display screen (Figure 55) is where you select which macro will be erased. Press

⁄¤

the

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the

number of the macro you wish to erase appears. For this example we will erase the Power On macro created in the previous section. When the name of the macro to be

erased appears, press the Set Button

ERASE A MACRO POWER ON

Figure 55

5. The word ERASED will flash four times in the bottom line of the remote’s LCD display, and then the display will return to its normal condition. When that happens the macro is erased and the remote is returned to normal operation.

Read a Macro

To check the commands stored in the remote’s memory for one of the buttons, follow these steps:



1. Press and hold the Program Button

for about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

will remain illuminated in

⁄

Navigation Buttons

three times so that MACRO appears on the

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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 55

Programming the Remote

bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in

Figure 47. Press the Set Button

to enter

the main macro menu branch.

3. At the next menu screen (Figure 56) press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the bot-

tom line in the remote’s LCD display shows READ A MACRO, as shown in Figure 56.

Press the Set Button

to begin the

process of erasing a macro.

MACRO READ A MACRO

Figure 56

4. The next display screen (Figure 57) is where you select the macro to be read. Press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the

name of the macro you wish to read appears. For this example, we will read back the Power On macro created in the previous section. When the name of the macro to be erased

appears, press the Set Button

READ A MACRO POWER ON

Figure 57

5. As soon as the Set button is pressed, the first two steps in the macro will be appear in the remote’s LCD screen.You may then use the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEto step up or

down through the list of commands stored as the macro.As you read the display, you will see Device Selector Buttons

appear in brackets, (e.g., [AVR]).When the step in the macro is a function, navigation or any other button, it will appear next to the bracketed read-out of the underlying device (e.g., [AVR] POWER ON).

6. When you are finished reviewing the macro’s

contents, press the Set Button

to return

the remote to normal operation.

Punch-Through Configuration

Punch-through is a capability of the remote that allows the Volume controls, Channel Up/Down buttons or Transport keys (Play, Stop, Record, Fast Forward and Reverse, and Skip Up/Down) to link to a different device. For example, if your TV, cable box or satellite receiver is connected through the AVR you will most likely want to use the AVR’s volume control commands even when the remote has been set to issue all other commands for the video device. “Punch-through” enables you to easily program the remote to do this.

Volume Punch-Through

Follow these steps to enable the Volume Up/Down and Mute controls from one device to be used when the remote is otherwise programmed for a different device.

Note for Volume Punch-Through:

The remote’s default settings are for the AVR’s volume controls to be used when any input or device is selected with the exception of the VID

2/TV button. There is no need to program the remote for volume punch-through for the AVR’s controls with other sources, such as DVD. To have the AVR’s volume commands used when the TV device is selected, follow these steps:



1. Press and hold the Program Button

for about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display when the red light under the Set Button

. Release the button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

until PUNCH-THROUGH appears on the

will remain illuminated in

⁄¤

Navigation Buttons

bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in

Figure 58. Press the Set Button

to enter

the main punch-through menu branch.

MAIN MENU PUNCH-THROUGH

Figure 58

3. At the next menu screen (Figure 59) press the

Set Button

to begin programming the

remote for Volume punch-through.

PUNCH-THROUGH VOLUME

Figure 59

4. The next display screen (Figure 60) is where you select the device that will receive the punch-through commands. In our example, that is the VID 2/TV button, as that is where we want the AVR’s volume controls to be

⁄¤

active. Press the

until the name of the base device appears

and then press the Set Button

DEVICE IN USE TV

Navigation Buttons

Figure 60

5. At the next display screen (Figure 61), you will select the device whose Volume Up/Down and Mute commands will be used. Press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the desired

device’s name appears to the right of the device in use. In our example, that is the AVR (indicated by AVR). When the desired combination of devices appears, press the Set

Button

PUNCH-THROUGH TV< -AVR

Figure 61

6. When the Set button is pressed, the display will change to show you that the new combination of control commands is being saved to the unit’s memory, as shown in Figure 62. The word SAVED will flash four times and then the remote will return to normal operation.

TV< -AVR [VOL] SAVED

Figure 62

7. Once the punch-through is programmed, the Volume Up/Down and Mute buttons of the second device named will be used when those



buttons

are pressed while the master

device is in use.

Returning the Volume Control Settings to Default Operation:

If you wish to remove the Volume punch-through so that the commands for Volume and Mute are returned to the factory default setting, follow the steps shown above, except that in Steps 4 and 5, select the same device for both the DEVICE IN

USE on the left side of the bottom line and the PUNCH-THROUGH device. In the example used,

the display to return the remote to default settings will appear as shown in Figure 63.

PUNCH-THROUGH TV< -TV

Figure 63

Channel Punch-Through

Channel punch-through allows the Channel Up/Down buttons to send commands to a different device than the one that has been selected for other commands. For example, you may wish to use a cable box or satellite receiver as the source for a VCR, so you would want the



Channel Up/Down Selectors

to transmit commands to the cable box even though the other button commands are programmed to operate the VCR.

To program the AVR for Channel punch-through, follow these steps.This example will show how to program channel punch-through so that the commands programmed for Channel Up/Down for the VID 3/ Cable device will be transmitted when the VID 1/VCR device has been selected as the current device.



1. Press and hold the Program Button

for about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

until PUNCH-THROUGH appears on the

will remain illuminated in

⁄¤

Navigation Buttons

bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in

Figure 58. Press the Set Button

to enter

the main punch-through menu branch.

3. At the next menu screen, press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil CHANNEL

appears on the bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 64. Press the Set Button

to begin programming the remote for

Channel punch-through.

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Programming the Remote

PUNCH-THROUGH CHANNEL

Figure 64

4. The next display screen (Figure 65) is where you select the device that will receive the punch-through commands. In our example, that is the VID 1/VCR button, as that is where we want the cable box’s channel controls to

⁄¤

be active. Press the

Buttons

until the name of the base

Navigation

device appears and then press the Set

Button

DEVICE IN USE VCR

Figure 65

5. At the next display screen (Figure 66), you will select the device whose Channel Up/Down commands will be used. Press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the desired

device name appears to the right of the device in use. In our example, that is the cable box. When the desired combination of devices

appears, press the Set Button

PUNCH-THROUGH VCR< -CBL

Figure 66

6. When the Set button is pressed, the display will change to show you that the new combination of control commands is being saved to the unit’s memory, as shown in Figure 67. The word SAVED will flash four times and then the remote will return to normal operation.

VCR< -CBL [CHAN] SAVED

Figure 67

7. Once the punch-through is programmed, the channel up/down buttons of the second device named will be used when those buttons



are pressed while the master device is in use.

Returning the Channel Control Settings to Default Operation:

If you wish to remove the Channel PunchThrough so that the commands for Channel Up/Down are returned to the factory default setting, follow the steps shown above, except that in Steps 4 and 5, select the same device for both the DEVICE IN USE on the left side of the bottom line and the PUNCH-THROUGH device. In the example used, the display to return the remote to default settings will appear as shown in Figure 68.

PUNCH-THROUGH VCR< -VCR

Figure 68

Transport Punch-Through

Transport punch-through allows the Play

Stop

, Fast Forward/ReverseP, Pause

, RecordPand Skip Up/Downbut-

tons to send commands to a different device than the one that has been selected for other commands. For example, you may wish to operate the transport of a second VCR you have connected to the VID 2/TV input, as shown in the following example.



1. Press and hold the Program Button

for about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

until PUNCH-THROUGH appears on the

will remain illuminated in

⁄¤

Navigation Buttons

bottom line of the LCD screen, as shown in

Figure 58. Press the Set Button

to enter

the main punch-through menu branch.

3. At the next menu screen, press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil TRANSPORT appears on the bottom line of the LCD

screen, as shown in Figure 69. Press the Set

Button

to begin programming the

remote for transport punch-through.

PUNCH-THROUGH TRANSPORT

Figure 69

4. The next display screen (Figure 70) is where you select the device that will receive the punch-through commands. In our example, that is the TV button, as that is where we want the VCR’s transport controls to be active. Press

⁄¤

the

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the

name of the base device appears and then

press the Set Button

DEVICE IN USE TV

Figure 70

5. At the next display screen (Figure 71), you will select the device whose transport commands

⁄¤

will be used. Press the

Buttons

until the desired device name

Navigation

appears to the right of the device in use. In our example, that is the VCR. When the desired combination of devices appears, press the Set

Button

PUNCH-THROUGH TV< -VCR

Figure 71

6. When the Set button is pressed, the display will change to show you that the new combination of control commands is being saved to the unit’s memory, as shown in Figure 72.

The word SAVED will flash four times and then the remote will return to normal operation.

TV< -VCR [TRS] SAVED

Figure 72

7. Once the punch-through is programmed, the transport buttons of the second device named will be used when those buttons are pressed while the master device is in use.

Returning the Transport Control Settings to Default Operation:

If you wish to remove the Transport PunchThrough so that the transport commands are returned to the factory default setting, follow the steps shown above, except that in Steps 4 and 5, select the same device for both the DEVICE IN

USE on the left side of the bottom line and the PUNCH-THROUGH device. In the example used,

the display to return the remote to default settings will appear as shown in Figure 73.

PUNCH-THROUGH TV< -TV

Figure 73

Renaming

While the names given to the buttons and inputs on the AVR represent recognizable categories of audio/ video products, system operation may be easier if the displays shown in the remote’s LCD screen are customized to reflect the specific characteristics of a playback source’s brand name or the new function given to a specific button when one remote’s controls are programmed into the AVR remote. The AVR remote allows you to change the name of either a master device or any button on the remote using the following steps.

Renaming a Device

To rename a specific device/input source button, follow these steps. For this example, we will show you how to rename the Device/Input Selector normally shown as “TV” to “HDTV TUNER.”



1. Press and hold the Program Button about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

until RENAME appears on the bottom

will remain illuminated in

⁄¤

Navigation Buttons

line of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 74.

MAIN MENU RENAME

Figure 74

for

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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 57

Programming the Remote

3. At the next menu screen press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil RENAME DEVICE appears on the bottom line of the

LCD screen, as shown in Figure 75. Press the

Set Button

RENAME RENAME DEVICE

to begin renaming a device.

Figure 75

4. The next display screen (Figure 76) is where you select the device that will be renamed. In our example, that is the TV button. Press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the

name of the base device appears and then

press the Set Button

RENAME DEVICE TV

Figure 76

5. At the next menu screen you will see the device name on the bottom line of the display with a blinking cursor box to the right of the

‹

device name. Press the

Buttons

to return the blinking cursor to

Navigation

the far left side of the display line.You may then retitle the device name as shown in the next step.

6. To enter the new name, press the Numeric

Keys

. The letters above the numbered buttons indicate which letter or symbol will appear when the button is pressed during the renaming process.The first press of the button will enter the first letter shown, subsequent presses of the same button will change the display to the other letters above that numbered key. For example, since the first letter we need to rename the input to HDTV Tuner is an “H”, you would locate the “H” above the “4” button, and press the button twice.The first press shows a “G,” the second press changes it to an “H.” Consult the table at the end of this section to see which characters pressing a particular button generates.

7. After you enter the first letter of the new device name, there are three options for entering the next character:

a. To enter a letter that requires a different

numeric key to be pressed, simply press that button. The cursor will automatically move to the next position and the first letter accessed by the new button will appear. Following our example, the next letter needed is a “D,” so you would press the “3” button once.

b.To enter a letter that uses the same numeric

›

key, you must first press the

Buttons

to move the blinking cursor

Navigation

block to the next position. Then press the

Numeric Key

as required to enter the

desired letter.

c. To enter a blank space, press the

›

Navigation ButtonsEtwice.The first

press will move the cursor to the right, and

the second press will move the cursor one more space to the right, leaving a blank space between the last letter and the next one.

8. Repeat Step 7 as needed to enter all the needed letters, numbers, characters and spaces.

9. When the text entry is complete, press the

Set Button

. The LCD display will blink DEVICE RENAMED three times and then return to normal operation.

Once a device is renamed you will see the new name on the top line of the remote’s LCD display

whenever the Input/Device Selector

is pressed, or when any other command/function button on the remote is pressed after the main Device Selector is pressed. Note that renaming a device in the remote will not change the name of the input used by the on-screen menu system of the AVR.

Notes on Renaming Devices:

• To move the cursor to the right or left of the

display during the renaming process, press the

‹/›

Navigation ButtonsEas required.

• The table below shows the letters, numbers

and characters that may be accessed by pressing the Numeric Keys:

Key Characters Key Characters

1 [,],/,1 6 M,N,O,6 2 A,B,C,2 7 P,Q,R,S,7 3 D,E,F,3 8 T,U,V,8 4 G,H,I,4 9 W,X,Y,Z,9 5 J,K,L,5 0 -,.,#,0

• Renaming a device changes the name of the

device only, not any of the individual key functions within that device memory.To change the name of an individual device, follow the instructions in the next section.

Renaming Individual Keys

Thanks to the programming flexibility of the AVR remote, an individual button on the remote may be assigned a feature or function that is different from the name that appears as the factory default when the button is pressed. However, with the Rename Key function it is possible to rename almost any button on the remote so that when the button is pressed you will see a more descriptive or appropriate name displayed.

To rename a specific button on the remote, follow these steps. For this example, we will show you how to rename the Tone Control Button



, which is normally not used when DVD is selected so that it reads ZOOM in the remote’s display.



1. Press and hold the Program Button

for about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

until RENAME appears on the bottom

will remain illuminated in

⁄¤

Navigation Buttons

line of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 74.

3. At the next menu screen press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil RENAME KEY appears on the bottom line of the LCD

screen, as shown in Figure 77. Press the Set

Button

RENAME RENAME KEY

to continue.

Figure 77

4. The next display screen (Figure 78) is where you select the device within which the key to be renamed exists. Press the

⁄¤

Navigation ButtonsEuntil the name of

the base device appears. In our example, since we want to rename a button within the DVD device memory, DVD should appear in the lower line of the LCD.When the desired device name appears, press the Set Button

SELECT A DEVICE DVD

Figure 78

5. At the next menu screen you will select the first button within the device to be renamed, as instructed in the display shown in Figure

79. Select the button by simply pressing it on the remote.

SELECT A KEY

Figure 79

6. Depending on whether or not the button pressed already has a named function within the device selected, one of two things will happen.

a. If the button to be renamed already has a

pre-programmed, or previously renamed title in the remote’s memory, you will see that name on the top line of the LCD display, and a blinking block cursor will appear on the far left side of the bottom line of the display, as shown in Figure 80.

b. If the button to be renamed does not have a

function in the device selected, the top line of the LCD screen will be blank, and a blinking block cursor will appear on the far left side of the bottom line of the display, as shown in Figure 81.

DISC SKIP

Figure 80

Figure 81

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Programming the Remote

7. To enter the new name for the key, press the

Numeric Keys

. The letters above the numbered buttons indicate which letters or symbols will appear when the button is pressed during the renaming process.The first press of the button will enter the first character shown, subsequent presses of the same button will change the display to the other letters above that numbered key. For example, since the first letter we need to rename the Tone button to Zoom is a “Z,” so you would locate the “Z” above the “9” button, and press the button four times.The first press shows a “W,” the subsequent presses step through the other letters available until the “Z” appears. Consult the table on the previous page to see which characters are available by pressing a particular button.

8. After you enter the first letter of the new device name, there are three options for entering the next character:

a. To enter a letter that requires a different

numeric key to be pressed, simply press that button. The cursor will automatically move to the next position and the first letter accessed by the new button will appear. Following our example, the next letter needed is an “O,” so you would press the “6” button once.

b.To enter a letter that uses the same numeric

›

key, you must first press the

Buttons

to move the blinking cursor

Navigation

block to the next position. Then press the

Numeric Key

as required to enter the desired letter. This is the way you would enter the second “O” in the word ZOOM, and again for the letter “M.”

c. To enter a blank space, press the

›

Navigation ButtonsEtwice.The first

press will move the cursor to the right, and the second press will move the cursor one more space to the right, leaving a blank space between the last letter and the next one.

9. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 as needed to complete entering the needed letters, numbers, characters and spaces.

10. When the text entry is complete, press the

Set Button

. The new name will be entered into the remote’s memory, replacing the default name.

11. At this point you have two options:

a. If you wish to program an additional key

within the same device, press the Set

Button

as instructed by the bottom

line of the LCD display reading ANOTHER

KEY. The remote will return to the SELECT A KEY menu option as shown in Step 6.

Repeat the instructions in Steps 6 though 11 to rename the next key.

b. If you have no additional keys to rename,

press the

Navigation Buttons

⁄

once so that the menu screen displays EXIT on the bottom line of the display. Press the

Set Button

to return the remote to

normal operation.

Notes on Renaming Keys:

• Renaming a key does not change its function. You may change the function of an individual key by learning a new code into the remote. See page 57 for more information.

• When a key is renamed it will only apply to the specific device selected in Step 4. The same key may be renamed as needed for each individual device with which it is used.

Resetting the Remote

Depending on the way in which the remote has been programmed, there may be a situation where you wish to totally erase all changes that have been made to the remote and return it to the factory defaults.You may do that by following the steps shown below, but remember that once the remote is reset, ALL changes that have been made, including programming for use with other devices, learned keys, macros, punchthrough settings and key names, will be erased and any settings you had previously made will have to be reentered.

To erase all settings and reset the remote to the original factory default settings and displays, follow these steps:

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1. Press and hold the Program Button

about three seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD

Information Display

. Release the but-

ton when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. The remote’s MAIN MENU message (Figure

26), will appear in the LCD display and the

Set Button

red. Press the

until USER RESET appears on the bot-

will remain illuminated in

⁄¤

Navigation Buttons

tom line of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure

82.

MAIN MENU USER RESET

Figure 82

3. Press the Set ButtonFto reset the

remote. Note that once the Set Button is pressed the process may not be stopped. While the remote’s memory is being cleared a RESETTING... message will appear in the upper line of the remote’s LCD screen as shown in Figure 83. It may take a few minutes for the reset process to take place, and the length of time will vary depending on how much customization and programming has taken place. Please be patient; as long as the message appears in the display the remote is functioning properly.

for

RESETTING...

Figure 83

4. When the remote has been totally reset and returned to the factory default condition, a REMOTE RESET COMPLETE message will appear (Figure 84) briefly, and then the remote will return to normal operation.

REMOTE RESET COMPLETE

Figure 84

Backlight Options

The AVR 445’s remote has a built-in backlight system that makes it easier to use the remote when the room lighting is dimmed for an optimal home theater experience.To turn the backlighting on, simply press the Light Button button is made from a special “glow” material that makes it easier to find in dark rooms.This glow feature does not use any battery power, so the glow will fade when the remote is kept in a dark room for an extended period of time.You may “recharge” it by placing the remote in normal room lighting for a few hours.

Once the Light Button

is pressed, the remote’s backlighting will remain on for approximately 7 seconds, and when you press any button on the remote while the backlighting is on, the light will stay on for another 7 seconds. However, the remote’s “Couch” function will conserve battery power by turning both the backlighting and the LCD display off when any button is pressed for more than 30 seconds.

You may also configure the remote so that the backlighting will come on, any time a button is pressed. To set this option, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold the Program Button

about 3 seconds while the message shown in Figure 25 appears in the remote’s LCD display. Release the button when the red light under the Set Button

appears.

2. When the remote’s Main Menu message (Fig.

26) appears in the LCD display and the Set

Button

⁄¤

the

BACK LIGHT appears in the bottom line

remains illuminated in red, press

Navigation ButtonsEuntil

of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 85.

MAIN MENU BACK LIGHT

Figure 85

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. That

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Programming the Remote

3. Press the Set ButtonFand then press

⁄¤

the

Navigation ButtonsEagain so

that

ON FULL appears in the bottom line of

the LCD display, as shown in Figure 86.

BACK LIGHT ON FULL

Figure 86

4. Press the Set ButtonFone more time.The LCD display will show the word SAVING on the top line for about 2 seconds and then flash

SAVED four times on the bottom line to

indicate that the setting has been accepted by the remote’s memory.

5. The remote’s backlighting will now turn on whenever a button is pressed. To revert to the original setting, follow the four steps shown above, but in Step 3, select the option that has the word

NORMAL on the bottom line of the

LCD display.

Additional Notes on Configuring and Operating the Remote:

• When the remote is being programmed, it will

automatically time-out if no button is pressed within a thirty-second period. The message shown in Figure 87 will appear briefly, and the remote will then exit the feature being programmed and any data entered will be lost.

TIME OUT OR CLR KEY PRESSED

Figure 87

• The programming or configuration process may

also be stopped at any time by pressing the



Clear Button

. The message shown in Figure 87 will appear, the data entered in the current process will be lost and the remote will return to normal operation. Any process that was underway when the button will be pressed must be re-started.

• Extensive use of the programming, learning and configuration functions of the remote may consume significantly more battery power than normal remote operation. While the batteries should last for four to six months in normal operation, you may find that they need to be changed sooner after the remote is programmed for the first time.

• When the batteries approach a level below which the remote will not function, the remote’s LCD screen will display a LOW BATTERY warning as shown in Figure 88.We strongly recommend replacing the batteries as soon as this message appears to avoid the loss of programming and configuration settings. These settings are not lost when the batteries are changed quickly.

AVR LOW BATTERY

Figure 88

• The remote has a built-in backlight that may be

activated by pressing the Light Button

. This button is made from a special “glow” material so that it is easier to find in dark rooms.This glow feature does not consume any electricity, but the glow will fade when the remote is kept in a dark location for an extended period of time.The “glow” feature may be restored by placing the remote in normal room light for a few hours.

• The remote’s backlight will remain lit for approximately five seconds after the Light

Button

is pressed, and it will stay lit for another five seconds if any key is pressed while the backlight is on. You may keep the backlight lit by holding the Light Button, but extensive use of the backlight will reduce battery life.

• The LCD display will remain on for ten seconds after a key is pressed and then turn off to conserve battery life.

• When any button is held for more than thirty seconds the LCD will turn off and the remote will stop transmitting the codes to conserve battery life.

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Troubleshooting Guide

SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION

Unit does not function when Main • No AC Power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged Power Switch

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

Units turns on, but Front-Panel • Display brightness is turned off • Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section Display does not light on page 45 so that the display is set to VFD FULL

No sound from any speaker; • Amplifier is in protection mode • Check speaker-wire connections for shorts at receiver light around Power switch

No sound from surround or • Incorrect surround mode • Select a mode other than Stereo center speakers • Input is mono • There is no surround information from mono sources (except with

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

is pushed into a live outlet

• Check to see if outlet is switch controlled

• Mute is on • Press Mute button

• Volume control is down • Turn up volume control

is red due to possible short and speaker ends

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

Theater and Hall surround modes)

• Incorrect configuration • Check speaker mode configuration

• Stereo or Mono program material • Some surround modes may not create rear-channel information

from nonencoded programs

• Remote sensor

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

connect remote sensor

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

motors or other electrical appliances

Letters flash in the Channel Indicator • Digital audio feed paused • Resume play for DVD

Display Úand Digital Audio stops • Check that Digital Signal is fed to the Digital Input selected

Processor Reset

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

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

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

Power Control button Surround Mode

simultaneously for three seconds.

The unit will turn on automatically and display the

RESET message in the Main Infor-

mation Display

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

. Next, press the

and the RDS^buttons

. Note that once you have

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

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

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

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APPENDIX

System Defaults

The two tables in this section show the factory default settings for the Video Inputs, Video Sources and Video Display Aspect Ratios. These tables give you the complete picture on the AVR 445’s initial settings.You may then decide whether any item needs to be changed so that it is more appropriate for your specific installation. Any of the settings shown may be changed as shown in the pages of the System Configuration section of this manual (pages 23 to 35).

Table 1: Video Input Defaults

INPUT AUDIO VIDEO COMPONENT RECORD

INPUT INPUT VIDEO INPUT OUTPUT Video 1 ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG Video 2 ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG Video 3 OPTICAL 1 AUTO COMPONENT 1 ANALOG Video 4 ANALOG AUTO COMPONENT 2 ANALOG DVD COAX 1 AUTO COMPONENT 3 ANALOG HDMI 1 OPTICAL 3 HDMI 1 --- DSP DOWNMIX HDMI 2 COAXIAL 3 HDMI 2 --- DSP DOWNMIX Tuner ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG CD ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG Tape ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG DMP/The Bridge ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG 6/8 CH Direct ANALOG AUTO OFF ANALOG USB --- AUTO OFF DSP DOWNMIX

System Default and Personal Settings Worksheets

The worksheets in this section show the system defaults for the global settings on your AVR 445. Once your system is configured manually, or through the use of EzSet/EQ, where applicable, we recommend that you use the “Your System Settings” column to record your personal preferences so that they may be restored in the event the AVR’s memory is lost due to an extended power outage, system upgrade, processor reset, or other major service to your unit. Additional copies of this worksheet may be downloaded from the Harman Kardon web site at www.harmankardon.com

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Worksheet B: Surround Configuration Defaults and Settings

Feature System Default Your System Settings Logic 7 Global Off Default Surround Original Dolby Pro Logic II Music Center Width 3 Dolby Pro Logic II Music Dimension 0 Dolby Pro Logic II Panorama Off Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Center Width 3 Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Dimension 0 Dolby Pro Logic IIx Panorama Off Night Mode Off

Worksheet C: Delay Defaults and Setting

Feature System Default Your System Settings Front Left 12.0 Feet Center 12.0 Feet Front Right 12.0 Feet Surround Right 10.0 Feet Surround Back Right 10.0 Feet Surround Back Left 10.0 Feet Surround Left 10.0 Feet Subwoofers 12.0 Feet

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Worksheet D: System Defaults and Settings

Feature System Default Your System Settings Front L/R Speaker Size & X-Over Small – 100 Hz Center Speaker Size & X-Over Small – 100 Hz Surround L/R Speaker Size & X-Over Small – 100 Hz Surround Back Speaker Size & X-Over None LFE LP Filter 100 Hz

Sub Mode Sub Channel Adjust Global Sub Size 10 in/250 mm VFD Fade Time Out Off VFD Brightness Full Volume Default Off Volume Default Set -25dB Semi OSD Time Out 5 Sec Full OSD Time Out 20 Sec DMP Auto Power Off Surround Back Amps Main Carrier Out Zone II

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FEATURE DVD Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 CD Tape Tuner The Bridge USB 6/8 Ch Direct

Worksheet E: Input Settings

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Input Title

Surround Mode

Audio In Port

Audio Auto Poll

Video In Port

Component Video Input

Video Processing

A/V Sync Delay

Record Output

Auto Poll

ADC Sampling

Tone In/Out

Bass

Treble

Technical Specifications

Audio Section

Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC)

80 Watts per channel, 20 Hz–20 kHz, @ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms

5/7 Channel Surround Modes Power Per Individual Channel

Front L&R channels: 65 Watts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20 Hz–20 kHz into 8 ohms

Center channel: 65 Watts, @ < 0.07% THD, 20 Hz–20 kHz into 8 ohms

Surround (L & R Side, L & R Back) channels: 65 Watts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20 Hz–20 kHz into 8 ohms

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High Level) 200mV/47kohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A) 95 dB

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Analog Decoding 40 dB (Pro Logic, etc.) Dolby Digital (AC-3) 55 dB DTS 55 dB

Frequency Response

@ 1W (+0 dB, –3 dB) 10 Hz– 130 kHz

High Instantaneous Current Capability (HCC) ±40 Amps

Transient Intermodulation Distortion (TIM) Unmeasurable

Rise Time 16 µsec

Slew Rate 40V/µsec**

FM Tuner Section

Frequency Range 87.5–108 MHz Usable Sensitivity IHF 1.3 µV/13.2 dBf Signal-to-Noise Ratio Mono/Stereo: 70/68 dB (DIN) Distortion Mono/Stereo: 0.15/0.2% Stereo Separation 40 dB @ 1 kHz Selectivity ±400 kHz: 70 dB Image Rejection 80 dB IF Rejection 90 dB

AM Tuner Section

Frequency Range 520–1710 kHz Signal-to-Noise Ratio 45 dB Usable Sensitivity Loop: 500µV Distortion 1 kHz, 50% Mod: 0.8% Selectivity ±10 kHz: 30 dB

Video Section

Video Format PAL/NTSC Input Level/Impedance 1Vp-p /75 ohms Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p / 75 ohms Video Frequency Response (Composite and S-Video) 10 Hz–8 MHz (–3 dB) Video Frequency Response (Component) 10 Hz-50 MHz (–3 dB)

HDMI Version 1.1

General

Power Requirement AC 220-240 V/ 50 Hz Power Consumption 120 W idle, 1180 W maximum

(7 channels driven)

Dimensions (Max)

Width 440 mm Height 165 mm Depth 435 mm Weight 17.7 kg

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Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections. Height measurement includes feet and chassis.All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Harman Kardon and Power for the Digital Revolution are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.

The

and are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.

Bridge

(Patent No.5,386,478). *Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,”“Pro Logic,” “Pro Logic II,” "Pro Logix IIx" and the Double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992–1999 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. DTS and DTS Surround, DTS-ES and DTS Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated. A-BUS and A-BUS/ Australia. TiVo is a registered trademark of TiVo, Inc. SACD is a trademark of Sony Corporation. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. DLP and Texas Instruments are trademarks of Texas Instruments. HD-DVD is a trademark of the DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation (DVD FLLC). HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Media are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. **Without input anti slewing and output isolation networks.

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