Harman kardon AVR 525 OWNER’S MANUAL

AVR 525

AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

OWNER’S MANUAL

Power for the Digital Revolution.

AVR 525 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

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

8 Rear-Panel Connections 11 Main Remote Control Functions 14 Zone II Remote Control Functions 15 Installation and Connections 18 System Configuration 18 Speaker Placement 18 System Setup 19 Input Setup 20 Surround Setup 21 Speaker Setup 23 Delay Settings 24 Output Level Adjustment 24 Using EzSet

™

25 Manual Output Level Adjustment 27 Operation 27 Basic Operation 27 Source Selection 27 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input 27 Volume Control 28 Surround Mode Selection 28 Digital Audio Playback 29 Surround Mode Chart 31 Tuner Operation 32 Tape Recording 32 Front-Panel Connections 32 Output Level Trim Adjustment 34 Advanced Features 34 Surround Amplifier Channel Assignment 34 Display Brightness 34 Turn-On Volume Level 34 Semi-OSDSettings 35 Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment 36 Multiroom Operation 36 Multiroom Setup 36 Multiroom Operation 38 Programming the Remote 38 Direct Code Entry 38 Auto Search Method 38 Code Readout 38 Learning Codes 39 Macro Programming 40 Programmed Device Functions 40 Volume Punch-Through 40 Channel Control Punch-Through 41 Transport Control Punch-Through 41 Reassigning Device Control

Selectors

41 Resetting the Remote Memory 42 Function List 44 Setup Code Tables 56 Troubleshooting Guide 56 Processor Reset 57 Technical Specifications

See trademark acknowledgements on page 57.

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Typographical Conventions

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

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

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

1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control ¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection

a – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel display

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

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon®! With the purchase of a Harman Kardon

AVR 525 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. Designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and

every nuance of musical selec-

tions,the AVR 525

is truly a multichannel receiver for

the new millennium. The AVR 525 has been engineered so that it is easy

to take advantage of all the power of its digital technology.However,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 525 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 525 is among the most versatile and multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorporating a wide range of listening options.In addition to Dolby* Digital and DTS

decoding for digital sources,a broad choice of Matrix surround-encoded or Stereo surround modes are available for use with sources such as CD,VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR525’s own FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic* II, DTS Neo:6

, Dolby 3 Stereo,and Hall and Theater

modes,the AVR 525 offers Harman

International’s

exclusive Logic 7

process in both 5.1 and 7.1 versions

to create a wider, more enveloping

field environment and more defined fly-overs and pans.Another exclusive is VMAx

, which uses proprietary processing to create an open, spacious sound field even when only two front speakers are available.Finally,the AVR 525 offers decoding of MP3 data, so that you may listen to the latest music selections directly from compatible computers or playback devices with the power and fidelity you expect from Harman Kardon.

In addition to providing a wide range of listening options,the AVR 525 is easy to configure so that it provides the best results with your speakers and specific listening-room environment. On-screen menus make it simple to enter settings for speaker configurations and bass management, and the EzSet

™

remote measures a system’s sound levels and automatically calibrates them for perfectly balanced sound field presentation.

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 525 features connections for five video devices,all with both composite and S-Video inputs.Two additional audio inputs are available,and six digital inputs make the AVR 525 capable of handling all the latest digital audio sources.

For compatibility with the latest HDTV video sources and progressive scan DVD players,the AVR 525 also features two-input, wide-bandwidth, low-crosstalk component video switching.

The front panel offers coax and optical digital inputs and outputs for direct connection to digital recorders, along with analog audio/video connections that may be switched to outputs for use with portable recorders – a Harman Kardon exclusive.Two video recording outputs,preamp-out and a color-coded eight-channel input with complete digital bass management, make the AVR525 virtually future-proof,with ever ything needed to accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right onboard.

The AVR 525’s flexibility and power extend beyond your main home theater or listening room.The AVR525 includes a sophisticated multizone control system that allows you to select one source for use in the main room and a different source for audio and video distribution to a second zone.Complete volume control in the second zone is possible with a separate infrared control link.To make it easy to operate the AVR525 from a remote zone, a separate “Zone II” remote is included.Additional multiroom options include the option to assign two of the AVR525’s output channels to the multiroom system and the ability to link the AVR525 to innovative A-BUS

keypads for multiroom operation without the need for external amplifiers.

The AVR 525’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 almost fifty years ago.With

state-of-the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit designs,the AVR 525 is the perfect combina

tion of the latest in digital audio

technology,a

quiet yet powerful analog amplifier in

elegant, easy-to-use package.

For Canadian model

Modèle pour les Canadien

■ A wide range of digital and matrix surround modes, including Dolby®Digital, Dolby Digital EX

Dolby Pro Logic

II,DTS®,DTS-ES®Discrete and

Matrix, and DTS Neo:6

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

■

Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7®processing

available for the first time with both 7.1 and

5.1 processing in a variety of modes and two modes of VMAx

■ MP3 decoding for use with computers and digital audio players

■

™

remote automatically sets

output

levels for optimum performance

■ High-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible component video switching

■ Discrete front-panel coaxial and optical digital inputs and outputs for easy connection to portable digital devices and the latest video game consoles

■ Extensive bass management options, including three separate crossover groupings and full digital bass management on the 6/8channel direct inputs for use with DVD-Audio or SACD players

■ Front-panel analog A/V jacks switchable to outputs for easy connection to portable digital devices and video game consoles

■ On-screen menu and display system

■ Extensive multiroom options, including a stan-

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

capability for lis-

tening to a separate source in a remote zone

■ HDCD

decoding for enhanced CD playback

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisee: ATTENTION:Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

INTRODUCTION 3

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,

do not use this (polarized)

plug with an extension cord,

receptacle or other outlet

unless the blades can

be fully inserted to

prevent blade exposure.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital®and Pacific Microsonics™are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics,Inc.,in the United States and/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics,Inc.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 525 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current.Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.

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

Do Not Use Extension Cords

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

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

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

Do Not Open the Cabinet

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

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building,as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

Installation Location

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

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

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

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

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of

the unit, or place objects directly over them.

■ Due to the weight of the AVR 525 and the heat generated by the amplifiers,there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials.Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged by heat or heavy objects.

Cleaning

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

Moving the Unit

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

Important Information for the User

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates,

uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-

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

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

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

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

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

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

Unpacking

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

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

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

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

4 SAFETY INFORMATION4 SAFETY INFORMATION

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the AVR 525.When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode,as indicated by the amber Power Indicator 3 surrounding the System Power Control 2.This button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit.To tur n the unit off 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.

2 System Power Control: When the Main Power Switch1is “ON,” press this button to turn on the

AVR 525;press it again to tur n the unit off.Note that the Power Indicator3surrounding the switch will turn green when the unit is on.

3 Power Indicator: This LED will be lit in amber when the unit is in the Standby mode to signal that the unit is ready to be turned on.When the unit is in operation, the indicator will turn green.

4 Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to listen to the AVR 525’s output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard

/4" stereo phone plug.The main room speakers will automatically be turned off when the headphone jack is in use.

5 Tone Mode: This button controls the tone control settings,enabling adjustment of the bass and treble boost/cut or the removal of the tone controls from the signal path.The first press of the button displays a

TONE IN message in the Main Informa tion Display ˜.

If you wish to set the tone controls to “flat,”

without any treble or bass alteration, press the

‹

›

Selector Buttons )# so that TONE OUT appears in the Lower Display Line B.

6 Speaker Selector: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR 525 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 23.

7 Surround Mode Group Selector: Press this but- ton 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 VMAx Modes

DSP Modes Stereo Modes Logic 7 Modes B 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 B, press the

1 Main Power Switch 2 System Power Control 3 Power Indicator 4 Headphone Jack 5 Tone Mode 6 Speaker Selector 7 Surround Mode Group Selector 8 Surround Mode Selector 9 Tuning Selector )

‹

Button

! Tuner Band Selector @ Set Button

›

Button

$ Preset Station Selector % Input Source Selector ^ TunerMode Selector & Optical 3 Digital Input * Input/Output Status Indicator ( Coaxial 3 Digital Input/Output Ó Video 4 Input/Output Jacks Ô Bass Control  Balance Control Ò Treble Control Ú Channel Adjust Selector

Û Delay Adjust Selector Ù Digital Input Selector ı Volume Control ˆ Input Indicators ˜ Main Information Display ¯ Remote Sensor Window ˘ Surround Mode Indicators

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8 ) $

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 55

Dolby Modes _ DTS Digital Modes _ VMAx Modes

DSP Modes _ Stereo Modes _ Logic 7 Modes

Surround Mode Selector 8 to cycle through the individual modes available.For example,press this button to select Dolby modes, and then press the Surround Mode Selector 8 to choose from the various mode options.

8 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to select from among the available surround mode options for the major mode group selected.The specific modes will vary based on the number of speakers available,the major mode group and whether the input source is digital or analog.For example,press the Surround Mode Group Selector 7 to select a major mode grouping such as Dolby or Logic 7, and then press this button to see the specific mode choices that are available.For more information on mode selection, see page 28.

9 Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the button to tune lower-frequency stations and the right side of the button to tune higher-frequency stations.When a station with a strong signal is reached, the TUNED

Indicator I will be lit in the Main Information Display ˜.

)‹Button: When making system configuration changes using the front-panel controls,press this button to scroll left through the available choices for the option being adjusted.

! Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this button will automatically switch the AVR525 to the Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch between the AM and FM frequency bands.(See page 31 for more information on the tuner.)

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

› Button: When making system configuration

changes using the front-panel controls,press this button to scroll right through the available choices for the option being adjusted.

$ Preset Station Selector: Press this button to scroll up or down through the list of stations that have been entered into the preset memory.(See pages 31 and 32 for more information on tuner programming.)

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

^ Tuner Mode Selector:Press this button to select Auto or Manual tuning.When the button is pressed so that the AUTO Indicator J lights, the tuner will search for the next station with an acceptable signal when the

Tuning Selector9u

is pressed.When the button is pressed so that the AUTO Indicator J is not lit, each press of the Tuning Selector 9u

will

increase the frequency.(See page 31 for more informa-

tion on using the tuner.) This button may also be used to switch between Stereo and Mono modes for FM radio reception.When weak reception is encountered, press the button until the Stereo Indicator H goes out to switch to Mono reception. Press and hold again to switch back to Stereo mode.(See page 31 for more information on using the tuner.)

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

* Input/Output Status Indicator: This LED indicator will normally light green to show that the front-panel Video 4 Input/Output Jacks Ó are operating as inputs.When these jacks are configured for use as an output, the indicator will turn red to show that the jack may be used for recording.(See page 32 for more information on configuring the front-panel jacks as outputs,rather than inputs.)

( Coaxial 3 Digital Input/Output: Connect the coaxial digital input or output for a digital audio product such as a portable audio player or video game to this jack.The jack is nor mally an input, but may be switched to an output for recording using the menu system. See page 32 for more information.

Ó 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.

Ô Bass Control: Use this control to boost or reduce the low-frequency output of the left/right front channels by as much as ±10dB.Set this control as you find suitable to adjust to your specific taste or room acoustics.

 Balance Control: Use this control to change the relative volume for the front left/right channels.

NOTE: When multichannel surround modes are in use, this control should be at the midpoint, or “12 o’clock” position for proper operation.

Ò Treble Control: Use this control to boost or reduce the high-frequency output of the left/right front channels by as much as ±10dB.Set this control as you find suitable to adjust to your specific taste or room acoustics.

Ú Channel Adjust Selector: Press the button to begin the process of adjusting the channel level outputs using the source currently playing through your AVR.For complete information on adjusting the channel output level, see page 37.

Û Delay Adjust Selector: Press this button to begin the process of adjusting the delay settings for Dolby surround modes.See page 23 for more information on delay adjustments.

Ù Digital Input Selector: Press this button to begin the process of selecting a digital source for use with the currently selected input. Once the button has been pressed, use the ‹ or › Buttons )# to choose the desired input and then press the Set Button @ to enter the setting into the unit’s memory.See page 30 for more information on digital audio.

ı Volume Control:Turn this knob clockwise to increase the volume,counterclockwise to decrease the volume.If the AVR 525 is muted,adjusting volume control will automatically release the unit from the silenced condition.

ˆ Input Indicators: A green LED will light to the left of the input that is currently the input source for the AVR 525.

˜ Main Information Display: This display delivers messages and status indications to help you operate the receiver. (See page 7 for a complete explanation of the Information Display.)

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

˘ Surround Mode Indicators: These LEDS will light to show the surround mode and digital bitstream in use.Note that depending on the specific combination of input sources and surround mode selected, more than one indicator may light. (See page 28 for more information.)

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

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FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 7

A Upper Display Line B Lower Display Line C OSD Indicator D Multiroom Indicator E Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

F PRESET Indicator G MEMORY Indicator H STEREO Indicator I TUNED Indicator J AUTO Indicator

K 192kHz Indicator L 96kHz Indicator

A Upper Display Line: Depending on the unit’s status,

a variety of messages will appear here.In normal operation,the current audio and video input source information will appear on this line.

B Lower Display Line: Depending on the unit’s status,a variety of messages will appear here. In normal operation, the current surround mode name will appear on this line.

C OSD Indicator: When the OSD system is in use, this indicator lights to remind you that the other indicators in this display do not function when the OnScreen Display is being used.

D Multiroom Indicator: This indicator lights when the multiroom system is active.It will remain lit when the multiroom system is in use even though the main room system is in the Standby mode and all other indicators are dark. (See page 36 for more information on the Multiroom system.)

E Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: These indica- tors 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 one of those positions.(See page 21 for more informa-

tion on speaker setup.) The letters inside each of the center boxes display the 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 being received at the digital input.When the letters flash, the digital input has been interrupted. (See page 30 for more information on the Channel Indicators.)

F PRESET Indicator:This indicator lights when the tuner is in use to show that the present number for the current station being listened to appears in the Upper Display Line.(See page 31 for more information on tuner presets.)

G MEMORY Indicator: This indicator flashes when entering presets and other information into the tuner’s memory.

H STEREO Indicator:This indicator lights when an FM station is being tuned in stereo.

TUNED Indicator:

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

J AUTO Indicator:This indicator lights when the tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

K 192kHz Indicator: This indicator lights when the input source has a 192kHz bit rate.

L 96kHz Indicator: This indicator lights when the input source has a 96kHz bit rate.

8 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

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

§ Surround Speaker Outputs ¶ Front Speaker Outputs

• Fan Vents ª Center Speaker Outputs ‚ Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs ⁄ Switched AC Accessory Outlet ¤ Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet ‹ AC Power Cord Jack › Video Monitor Outputs

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

· Video 2 Video Outputs a Video 3 Video Inputs b Component Video Monitor Outputs c DVD Component Video Inputs d Video 2 Component Video Inputs e RS-232 Port f Multiroom IR Input g Remote IR Input h Remote IR Output i Coaxial Digital Audio Output

j Multiroom Audio Outputs k Optical Digital Audio Output

CD Audio Inputs DVD Audio Inputs Optical Digital Audio Inputs Tape Inputs Tape Outputs Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs Video 1 Audio Inputs Video 1 Audio Outputs Video 2 Audio Inputs 8-Channel Direct Inputs Video 2 Audio Outputs Video 3 Audio Inputs

¡ AMAntenna:Connect theAM loop antenna sup- plied with the receiver to these terminals.Ifan external AM antenna is used, make connections to the AM and GND terminals in accordance with the instructions supplied with the antenna.

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

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

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

∞ A-BUS Connector:

Connect this jack to an optional A-BUS-certified remote room keypad or amplifier to extend the multiroom capabilities of your AVR 525. See page 36 for more information on A-BUS.

§ Surround Speaker Outputs: Connect these out- puts to the matching + and – terminals on your surround channel speakers.In conformance with the new CEA color-code specification, the blue terminal is the

NOTE:To assist in making the correct connections for multichannel input, output and speaker connections, all connection jacks and terminals are 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: Purple

Digital Audio: Orange

Composite Video: Yellow

Component Video “Y”: Green

Component Video “Pr”: Red

Component Video “Pb”: Blue

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

positive,or “+” terminal that should be connected to the red (+) terminal on the Surround Left speaker with older color-coding,while the gray ter minal 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 15 for more information on speaker polarity.)

¶ Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right speakers.When making speaker connections always make certain to maintain correct polarity by connecting the color-coded (white for front left and red for front right) (+) terminals on the AVR525 to the red (+) terminals on the speakers and the black (–) terminals on the AVR525 to the black (–) terminals on the speakers.See page 15 for more information on speaker polarity.

• Fan Vents:These ventilation holes are the output of the AVR 525’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.

ª 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 colorcoding.Connect the black (–) ter minal on the AVR to the black negative (–) terminal on your speaker. (See page 15 for more information on speaker polarity.)

‚ Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs:

These speaker terminals are normally used to power the surround back left/surround back right speakers in a 7.1 channel system. However, they may also be used to power the speakers in a second zone,which will receive the output selected for a multiroom system. To change the output fed to these terminals from the default of the Surround Back speakers to the Multiroom Output, you must change a setting in the Advanced Menu of the OSD system. See page 34 for more information on configuring this speaker output. In normal surround system use,the brown and black terminals are the surround back left channel positive (+) and negative (–) connections and the tan and black terminals are the surround back right positive (+) and negative (–) terminals.For multiroom use, connect the brown and black SBL terminals to the red and black connections on the left remote zone speaker and connect the tan and black SBR terminals to the red and black terminals on the right remote zone speaker.

⁄ Switched AC Accessory Outlet:These outlets may be used to power any device you wish to have turned on when the AVR525 is turned on with the System Power Control Button 2.

¤ Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet:This outlet may be used to power any AC device.The power will remain on at this outlet regardless of whether the AVR525 is on or off.

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

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

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

ﬁ DVD Video Inputs: Connect the composite or S- Video outputs of a DVD player or other video source to these jacks.

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

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

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

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

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

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

c DVD Component Video Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a DVD player to these jacks.

d Video 2 Component Video Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of an HDTV Set-top convertor, satellite receiver or other video source device with component video outputs to these jacks.

e RS-232 Port: This jack is used to enable the AVR525 to be controlled by an external computer or programmable remote system that uses RS-232 commands.Due to the complexity of RS-232 connections,we recommend that they be made by a trained and qualified custom installer. See page 16 for more information on the RS-232 control port.

f Multiroom IR Input: Connect the output of an IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to operate the AVR 525’s multiroom control system.

g Remote IR Input: If the AVR 525’s front-panel IR sensor is blocked due to cabinet doors or other obstructions,an external IR sensor may be used. Connect the output of the sensor to this jack.

h Remote IR Output: This connection 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.

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

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

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

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

DVD Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right analog outputs of a DVD player or other audio source to these jacks.

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

Tape Inputs:Connect these jacks to the PLAY/OUT

jacks of an audio recorder.

Tape Outputs:Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs: Connect the coax digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatible computer

sound card

playing MP3 files or streams,LD player

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

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

Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect the left/right REC/IN audio input jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

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

8-Channel Direct Inputs: These jacks are used for connection to source devices such as DVD-Audio or SACD players with discrete analog outputs. Depending on the source device in use,all eight jacks may be used, though in many cases only connections to the front left/right, center, surround left/right and LFE (subwoofer input) jacks will be used for standard

5.1 audio signals.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect the left/right REC/IN audio input jacks on a VCR or other video source to these jacks.

Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect the left/right PLAY/OUT audio output jacks on a VCR, PVR, cable set-top,satellite receiver,HDTV receiver or other video source to these jacks.

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

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MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

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a Power Off Button b IR Transmitter Window c Program/SPL Indicator d Power On Button e Input Selectors f AVR Selector g AM/FM Tuner Select h 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input i Test Button j Sleep Button k Surround Mode Selector l Night Mode m Channel Select Button n

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Buttons

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Button

p Set Button q Digital Select r Numeric Keys s Tuner Mode t Direct Button u Tuning Up/Down v OSD Button w Dolby Mode Select Button x DTS Digital Mode Selector y Logic 7 Mode Select Button z 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.

›

Button

Speaker Select

Multiroom

Volume Up/Down

SPL Selector

42 Learn Button 43

Mute

EzSet Sensor Microphone

NOTE: The function names shown here are each button’s feature when used with the AVR525. Most buttons have additional functions when used with other devices.See pages 42–43 for a list of these functions.

AVR 525

12 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTE:The AVR 525’s remote may be programmed to control up to eight devices,including the AVR 525.Before using the remote,it is important to remember to press the Input Selector Button e that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate. In addition, the AVR 525’s remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR 525and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks.The remote is also capable of operating a wide variety of other products using the control codes that are part of the remote.Before using the remote with other products,follow the instructions on pages 44–53 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 Device Control Selectors.The descriptions shown here primarily detail the functions of the remote when it is used to operate the AVR 525.(See page 40 for information about alternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)

a Power Off Button: Press this button to place the AVR525 or a selected device in the Standby mode. Note that this will turn off the main room functions,but if the Multiroom system is activated, it will continue to function.

b IR Transmitter Window:Point this window towards the AVR 525 when pressing buttons on the remote to make certain that infrared commands are properly received.

c Program/SPL Indicator: This three-color indica- tor is used to guide you through the process of programming the remote or learning commands from a remote into the AVR525’s remote code memory and it is also used as a level indicator when using the remote’s EzSet capabilities.(See page 24 for more information on setting output levels,and see page 38 for information on programming the remote.)

d Power On Button: Press this button to tur n on the power to a device selected by pressing one of the

Input Selectors e. e Input Selectors: Pressing one of these buttons

will perform three actions at the same time.First, if the AVR525 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 AVR525. Finally,it will change the remote control so that it controls the device selected. After pressing one of these buttons you must press the AVR Selector Button f again to operate the AVR525’s functions with the remote.

f AVR Selector: Pressing this button will switch the remote so that it will operate the AVR525’s functions.If

the AVR525 is in the Standby mode,it will also tur n the AVR525 on.

g AM/FM T uner Select: Press this button to select the AVR525’s tuner as the listening choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is already 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 8-Channel Direct Inputs .

(See page 27 for more

information.) i Test Button: Press this button to begin the

sequence used to calibrate the AVR 525’s output levels. (See page 24 for more information on calibrating the AVR 525.)

j Sleep Button: Press this button to place the unit in the Sleep mode.After the time shown in the display, the AVR 525 will automatically go into the Standby mode.Each press of the button changes the time until turn-off in the following order:

This button is also used to change channels on your TV when the TV is selected.

When the AVR 525 remote is being programmed with the codes to operate another device,this button is also used in the “Auto Search”process. (See page 38 for more information on programming the remote.)

k Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to cycle through the DSP, VMAx and Stereo surround modes such as Hall,Theater,VMAx Near and Far,and Surround Off.This button is also used to tune channels when the TV is selected using the device Input Selector e. When the AVR 525 remote is being programmed with the codes of another device,this button is also used in the “Auto Search” process.(See page 38 for more information on programming the remote.)

l Night Mode: Press this button to activate the Night mode.This mode is available in specially encoded digital sources,and it preserves dialogue (center channel) intelligibility at low volume levels.

m Channel Select Button: This button is used to start the process of setting the AVR 525’s output levels to an external source.Once this button is pressed, use the

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Buttons n to select the channel being adjust-

ed, then press the SetButton p, followed by the

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Buttons

n again, to change the level setting.

(See page 32 for more information.)

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Buttons:These multipurpose buttons are

used to change or scroll through items in the on-

screen menus,make configuration settings such as digital inputs or delay timing,or to select surround modes.When changing a setting,first press the button for the function or setting to be changed (e.g., press the Surround Mode Selector k to select a sound field mode or the Digital Select Button q 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.

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Button:This button is used to change the menu selection or setting during some of the setup procedures for the AVR525.

p Set Button:This button is used to enter settings into the AVR 525’s memory.It is also used in the setup procedures for delay time,speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment.

q Digital Select: Press this button to assign one of the digital inputs &( to a source.(See page 28 for more information on using digital inputs.)

r Numeric Keys: These buttons serve as a ten- button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset positions. They are also used to select channel numbers when TV, Cable or SAT has been selected on the remote,or to select track numbers on a CD,DVD or LD player, depending on how the remote has been programmed.

s Tuner Mode: Press this button when the tuner is in use to select between automatic tuning and manual tuning.When the button is pressed so that the AUTO

Indicator J goes out, pressing the Tuning Buttons u9

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will move the frequency up or down in single-step increments.When the FM band is in use, pressing this button when a station’s signal is weak will change to monaural reception. (See page 31 for more information.)

t 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 r to select a station. (See page 31 for more information on the tuner.)

u Tuning Up/Down: When the tuner is in use,these buttons will tune up or down through the selected frequency band. If the Tuner Mode Button s^ has been pressed so that the AUTO Indicator J is illuminated, pressing and holding either of the buttons for three seconds will cause the tuner to seek the next station with acceptable signal strength for quality reception. When the AUTO Indicator J is NOT illuminated, pressing these buttons will tune stations in single-step increments.(See page 31 for more information.)

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MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

v OSD Button: Press this button to activate the On-Screen Display (OSD) system used to set up or adjust the AVR 525’s parameters.

w Dolby Mode Selector: This button is used to select from among the available Dolby Surround processing modes.Each press of this button will select one of the Dolby Pro Logic II modes or Dolby 3 Stereo.When a Dolby Digital-encoded source is in use, the Dolby Digital mode may also be selected. (See page 29 for the available Dolby surround mode options.)

x DTS Digital Mode Selector: When a DTS- encoded digital source is selected, each press of this button will scroll thorugh the available DTS modes.The specific choice of modes will vary according to whether or not the source material contains DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete encoding.When a DTS source is not in use, this button has no function. (See page 29 for the available DTS Digital options.)

y Logic 7 Mode Select Button: Press this button to select from among the available Logic 7 surround modes.(See page 29 for the available Logic 7 options.)

z Transport Controls: These buttons do not have any functions for the AVR525, 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 40 for more information.)

` Light Button: Press this button to activate the remote’s backlight for ease of use in darkened rooms.

Skip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons do not have a direct function with the AVR 525,but when used with a compatibly programmed CD or DVD changer they will change the disc currently being played in the changer.

Stereo Mode Select Button: Press this button to select a stereo listening mode.The first press of the button places the AVR in a true, two-channel, left/right stereo mode with no surround processing. The next press selects either five-channel stereo or seven-channel stereo,depending on the speaker configuration.

DTS Neo:6 Mode Select: Press this button to select a DTS Neo:6 mode.These modes take a twochannel stereo- or matrix surround-encoded source and create a full five-, six- or seven-channel sound field. (See page 29 for the available DTS Neo:6 options.)

Macro Buttons: Press these buttons to store or recall a “Macro”, which is a preprogrammed sequence

of commands stored in the remote.(See page 39 for more information on storing and recalling macros.)

Disc Skip Buttons:This button has no direct function for the AVR 525 but is most often used to change to the next disc in a CD or DVD player when the remote is programmed for that type of device. (See page 40 for more information on using the remote with products other than the AVR 525.)

Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, press these buttons to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR 525’s memory.When some source devices,such as CD players,VCRs and cassette decks,are selected using the device Input Selectors e, these buttons may function as Chapter Step or Track Advance.

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

Memory Button: Press this button to enter a radio station into the AVR 525’s preset memory. Once the MEMORY Indicator G flashes,you have five seconds to enter a preset memory location using the Numeric Keys r. (See page 32 for more information.)

Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button to begin the process for setting the delay times used by the AVR 525 when processing surround sound.After pressing this button, the delay times are entered by pressing the Set Button p and then using the

⁄/¤

Buttons n to change the setting. Press the

Set Button p again to complete the process.

(See page 23 for more information.)

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Button: Press this button to change a setting or selection when configuring many of the AVR525’s settings.

Speaker Select: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR 525’s bass man- agement system for use with the type of speakers used in your system. Once the button has been pressed, use the

⁄/¤

Buttons n to select the channel you wish to set up.Press the Set Button p and then select another channel to configure. When all adjustments have been completed, press the Set Button p twice to exit the settings and return to normal operation. (See page 21 for more information.)

Multiroom: Press this button to activate the multiroom system or to begin the process of changing the input or volume level for the second zone.(See page 36 for more information on the Multiroom system.)

Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons to raise

or lower the system volume.

SPL Selector:This button activates the AVR525’s EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR525’s output levels.Press and hold the button for three seconds and then release it. Press the “5” or “7”Numeric Key r to indicate whether you are using a 5.1-channel or a 6.1/7.1-channel speaker system with the AVR 525.The test tone will begin circulating,and the Program/SPL Indica tor c will change colors.During this sequence,EzSet will automatically adjust the output levels for all channels until they are equal, as shown by the Program/ SPL Indicator c lighting green for each channel. Press this button again when the adjustment is complete to turn off the test tone.(See page 24 for more information on EzSet.)

Learn Button: Press this button to begin

the

process of “learning”the codes from another

product’s remote into the AVR 525’s remote.(See page 37 for more information on using the remote’s learning function.)

Mute: Press this button to momentarily silence the AVR 525 or TV set being controlled, depending on which device has been selected.When the AVR 525 remote is being programmed to operate another device, this button is pressed with the Input Selector Button e to begin the programming process.(See page 38 for more information on programming the remote.)

EzSetSensor Microphone: The sensor microphone for the EzSet microphone is behind these slots. When using the remote to calibrate speaker output levels using EzSet, be sure that you do not hold the remote in a way that covers these slots.(See page 24 for more information on using EzSet.)

14 ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Power Off: When used in the room where the AVR 525 is located,press this button to place the unit in Standby.When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR Input f jack, this button turns the Multiroom system on and off.

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AVR Selector: Press this button to turn on the AVR525.The input in use when the unit was last on will be selected.

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.

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Input Selectors: When the AVR525 is off, press one of these buttons to select a specific input and turn the unit on.When the unit is already in use, pressing one of these buttons will change the input.

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Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play: When this remote is used in the same room as the AVR525, these buttons may be used to change the frequency of the tuner.These buttons may also control the Fast Play or Fast Reverse functions of compatible Harman Kardon CD,DVD or cassette decks in the same room, or from a remote room when an IR link is connected to the AVR525.

Record/Pause: Press this button to activate the Record or Pause function on compatible Harman Kardon CD,DVD or cassette deck products.

Preset Up/Down – Track Skip: When the AVR525’s tuner is selected as the input source, these buttons will move up or down through the list of stations that have been stored in the preset memory. When a CD or DVD changer or player is selected, these buttons activate the Forward or Reverse Track or Chapter Skip functions.

Disc Skip: Press these buttons to change discs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVD changer or players.

Volume Up/Down: When used in the room where the AVR 525 is located,press this button to raise or lower the volume in that room.When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR Input f jack, this button will raise or lower the volume in the remote room.

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Play Forward/Reverse/Stop: Press these buttons to control compatible Harman Kardon CD,DVD or cassette players.

Mute: When used in the room where the AVR525 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 Multiroom IR Input f jack, this button will temporarily silence the feed to the remote room only.Press the button again to return to the previous volume level.

Power Off

∫

AVR Selector

AM/FM Tuner Select

∂

Input Selectors

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Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play

Record/Pause

Preset Up/Down – T rack Skip

Disc Skip

Volume Up/Down

∆

Play Forward/Reverse/Stop

Mute

NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR 525 is located,or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the AVR 525’s Multiroom IR Input f jack. When it is used in the same room as the AVR525,it will control the functions of the AVR 525 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that room.When it is used in a separate room via a sensor connected to the Multiroom IR Input f jack, the buttons for Power,Input Source,Volume and Mute will control the source and volume for the second zone,as connected to the Multiroom Audio Outputs j jacks. (See page 36 for complete information on using the Multiroom system.)

POWER

C D

E F

G H

AM/

OFF

AVR

DVD

VID 1

VID 3

TUNING

PRESET

DISC SKIP

VOLUME

MUTE

VID 2

VID 4

TAPE

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 15

INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

System Installation

After unpacking the unit, locating it in a place with adequate vantilation 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE:For your personal safety and to avoid possible damage to your equipment and speakers, it is always good practice to turn off and unplug the AVR and ALL source equipment from the AC output before making any audio or video system connections.

Audio Equipment Connections

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

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

CD Audio Inputs . NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and vari-

able audio outputs,it is best to use the fixed output unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low that the sound is noisy,or so high that it is distorted.

2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a cassette deck, MD,CD-R or other audio recorder to the Tape Input Jacks . Connect the analog Record/In jacks on the recorder to the Tape Output Jacks on the AVR 525.

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

4.Connect the coaxial or optical Digital Audio Outputs ik on the rear panel of the AVR525 to the matching digital input connections on a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

5.Assemble the AM Loop Antenna supplied with the unit. Connect it to the AM and GND Screw Terminals ¡.

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM (75ohm) Connection ™. The FM antenna may be an external roof antenna, an inside powered or wire-lead antenna or a connection from a cable TV system.If the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable,you must use the 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter supplied with the unit to make the connection.

7. Connect the front, center, surround and surround back speaker outputs §¶ª‚ 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

multistrand

copper with a gauge of 14 or smaller.

Remember that in specifying cable,the lower the number,the thicker the cable.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short runs of less than ten feet.We do not recommend that you use cables with an AWG equivalent of 18 or higher, due to the power loss and degradation in performance that will occur.

Cables that are run inside walls should have the appropriate markings to indicate listing with UL, CSA or other appropriate testing agency standards.Questions about running cables inside walls should be referred to your installer or a licensed electrician who is familiar with the NEC and/or the applicable 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 8. However, most speakers still use a red terminal for the positive (+) connection. Connect the “negative”or “black” wire to the same terminal on both the receiver and the speaker.

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturers adhere to an industry convention of using black terminals for negative and red ones for positive,some may vary from this configuration.To ensure proper phase and optimal performance,consult the identification plate on your speaker or the speaker’s manual to verify polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your speaker, ask your dealer for advice before proceeding,or consult 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 525.

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 multichannel audio source with 5.1 outputs such as an external digital processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player is used, connect the outputs of that device to the 8-Channel Direct

Inputs . Video Equipment Connections

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

1. Connect a VCR’s or other video source’s audio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1/Video 2 Audio and Video Input Jacks ﬂ° on the rear panel.The Audio and Video Record/In jacks on the VCR should be connected to the Video 1/Video 2 Audio and Video Output Jacks ‡· on the AVR525.

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 Audio and Video Input Jacks a .

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

4. Connect the digital audio outputs of a DVD player, satellite receiver, cable box or HDTV converter to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs

&(.

5. Connect the Video Monitor Output › jacks on the receiver to the composite or S-Video input of your television monitor or video projector.

6. If your DVD player and monitor both have component video connections,connect the component outputs of the DVD player to the DVD Component Video Inputs c. Even when component video connections are used, the audio connections should still be made to either the analog DVD Audio Inputs or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks k .

7. If other devices with component video outputs are available,connect it to the Video 2 Component Video Inputs d. The audio connections for this

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

device should be made to either the Video 2 Audio Inputs or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks

8. If the component video inputs are used, connect the Component Video Monitor Outputs b to the component video inputs of your TV, projector or display device.

9. 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 &(Ó. A device connected here is selected as the Video 4 input,and the digital inputs must be assigned to the Video 4 input. (See page 19 for more information on input configuration.)

Video Connection Notes:

• When the component video jacks are used, the onscreen menus are not visible and you must switch to the standard composite or S-Video input on your TV to view them.

• The AVR 525 will accept either standard composite, S-Video or Y/Pr/Pb component video signals. However, it will not convert composite or S signals to component video.

• Component or composite video signals may only be viewed in their native formats.

System and Power Connections

The AVR 525 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, an optional remote sensor may be used. Connect the output of the remote sensor to the Remote IR Input g 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 h jack to the Remote IR Input jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment.

Multiroom IR Link

The remote room IR receiver should be connected to the AVR 525 via standard coaxial cable. Plug the IR connection cable into the Multiroom IR Input f jack on the AVR 525’s rear panel.

If other Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is part of the main room installation, the Remote IR Output h jack on the rear panel should be connected to the IR IN jack on source equipment.This will enable the remote room location to control source equipment functions.

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 Connections

The AVR 525 is equipped with multizone capabilities that allow it to send a separate audio source to the remote zone from the one selected for use in the main room.

Depending on your system’s requirement, three options are available for audio connection:

Option 1: Use high-quality,shielded audio interconnect cable from the AVR 525’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 525, plug the audio interconnect cables into the Multiroom

Audio Output j jacks on the AVR 525’s rear panel. Option 2: Connect the Multiroom Audio Output j

jacks on the AVR525 to the inputs of an optional stereo power amplifier. Run high-quality speaker wire from the amplifier to the speakers in the remote room.

Option 3: Taking advantage of the AVR 525’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 525 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 ‚. Before using the remote room you will need to configure the amplifiers for surround operation by changing a setting in the Advanced Select menu, following the instructions shown on page 34.

NOTE: For all options,you may connect an optional IR sensor in the remote room to the AVR 525 via an appropriate cable.Connect the sensor’s cable to the Multiroom IR Input f on the AVR 525 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.

A-BUS Installation Connections

The AVR 525 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 525 with an approved A-BUS product, simply connect the keypad or module that is in the remote room to the AVR 525 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 525 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 525’s multi- room system, and the menus may be used as is.

RS-232 Connections

The AVR 525 includes an RS-232 serial port connection that may be used to control the unit via compatible optional, external keypads or control systems.The physical connection to the AVR 525 from the control device is a standard D-9 connection, but to assure compatible and proper operation, specific software commands and pin wiring schemes are required. Due to the complexity of RS-232 connections we recommend that they be made only by trained installers familiar with their use.To obtain additional information on the use of the AVR 525 with RS-232 control, please contact Harman Kardon’s customer service department or consult our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

AC Power Connections

This unit is equipped with three accessory AC outlets. They may be used to power accessory devices,but they should not be used with high-current draw equipment such as power amplifiers.The total power draw to each outlet may not exceed 100 watts.

The Switched AC Accessory Outlet ⁄ will receive power only when the unit is on.This is recommended for devices that have no power switch or a mechanical power switch that may be left in the “ON”position.

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

The Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet ¤ will receive power as long as the unit is plugged into a powered AC outlet.

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

The AVR 525 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 525 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 525’s incredible power and fidelity!

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

When all audio,video and system connections have been made,there are a few configuration adjustments that must be made.A few minutes spent to correctly configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to your listening experience.

Speaker Selection and Placement

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

No matter which type or brand of speakers is used, the same model or brand of speaker should be used for the left front, center and right front 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

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 front left and front right 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 24" above or below the tweeter in the center channel speaker.

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 left front and right front 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, and that sounds from all speakers appear to arrive at the listening position at the same time (without delay from the center speaker compared to the left and right speakers).

When the AVR 525 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 into the room.The

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

B) Rear speaker mounting is an alternate location for

5.1 systems.It is required for 7.1 operation.

speakers should be located so that the bottom of the cabinet is at least two feet higher than the listeners’ ears when the listeners are seated in the desired area.

Rear surround speakers are required when a full 7.1channel system is installed, and they may also be used in 5.1 channel systems as an alternative mounting position when it is not practical to place the main surround speakers on the sides of the room. Speakers

may be placed on a rear wall, behind the listening position.As with the side speakers, rear surrounds should be located so that the bottom of the cabinet is at least two feet higher than the listeners’ ears.The speakers should be no more than six feet behind the rear of the seating area.

If dipole-type speakers are used on either the side or rear walls of the room, please note that if there are arrows on the speakers they should face the front of the room for the side speakers,or towards the center of the wall for the rear speakers.

Subwoofers produce 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 six inches from a wall, or near the front corner of the room. Another method is to temporarily place the subwoofer at your normal listening position, 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.

System Setup

Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps in the setup process are to program the AVR525’s bass management system for the type of speakers used in your system, calibrate the output levels,and set the delay times used by the surround sound processor.

You are now ready to power up the AVR 525 to begin these final adjustments.

1. Make certain that the AC power cord is firmly inserted in to the AC Power Cord Jack ‹ and plug the cord into an unswitched AC outlet. To maintain the unit’s safety rating,DO NOT substitute the power cord for one with lower current capacity.

2. Press the Main Power Switch 1 in until it latches and the word “OFF”on the top of the switch disappears inside the front panel. Note that the Power Indicator 3 will turn amber, indicating that the unit is in the Standby mode.

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

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TV or Projection Screen

Left Front

Speaker

speakers are used

when rear-mounted

No more than 6 feet

Center Front

Speaker

Rear-Wall Mounting

Right Front

Speaker

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