AVR-8000
AVR 8000 Audio/VideoReceiver
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Power for the Digital Revolution.
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Introduction
4 Safety Information
4 Unpacking
5 Front Panel Controls
7 Front Panel Information Display
8 Rear Panel Connections
10 Main Remote Control Functions
14 Zone II Remote Control Functions
15 Installation and Connections
18 System Configuration
18 Speaker Placement
19 System Setup
20 Input Setup
21 Speaker Setup
22 Surround Setup
24 Delay Settings
24 Output Level Adjustment
25 Using EzSet
25 Manual Output Level Adjustment
26 Bass Peak Limiter
28 Operation
28 Surround Mode Chart
30 Basic Operation
30 Source Selection
30 Volume Control
30 Surround Mode Selection
31 Digital Audio Playback
33 Tuner Operation
34 Tape Recording
34 Front Panel Connections
34 Output Level Trim Adjustment
35 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input
36 Advanced Features
36 Display Brightness
36 Turn-On Volume Level
36 Semi-OSD Settings
38 Multiroom Operation
39 Programming the Remote
39 Direct Code Entry
39 Auto Search Method
39 Code Readout
40 Learning Codes
40 Macro Programming
41 Programmed Device Functions
42 Volume Punch-Through
42 Channel Control Punch-Through
42 Transport Control Punch-Through
43 Reassigning Device Control
Selectors
43 Resetting the Remote Memory
44 Function List
46 Setup Code Tables
56 Troubleshooting Guide
56 Processor Reset
57 Technical Specifications
AVR 8000 Audio/VideoReceiver
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
å
– (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote
3 INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR 8000 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 selections, the
AVR 8000
is truly a multichannel receiver for
the new millennium.
The AVR 8000 has been engineered so that it
is easy to take advantage of all the power of
its digital technology. On-screen menus, fully
color-coded connection jacks and terminals
and our exclusive EzSet remote make installation fast and simple. 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 8000 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 8000 is among the most versatile and
multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorporating a wide range of listening options. In
addition to the benefits of world-famous
THX Ultra processing, as well as 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
AVR 8000’s own FM/AM tuner.Along with THX
Surround EX, Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6,
Dolby 3 Stereo, and Hall and Theater modes,
the AVR 8000 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 Harman Kardon 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 8000 is among the very few
A/V receivers that offer decoding of MP3 data,
so that you may listen to the latest music selections directly from compatible computers or
playback devices with the power and fidelity
you expect from Harman Kardon.
In addition to providing a wide range of listening options, the AVR 8000 is easy to configure
so that it provides the best results with your
speakers and specific listening-room environ-
ment. 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 8000 features connections for six video devices, all with
both composite and S-Video inputs.Two additional audio inputs are available, and a total of
eight digital inputs make the AVR 8000 capable
of handling all the latest digital audio sources.
For compatibility with the latest HDTV video
sources and progressive scan DVD players, the
AVR 8000 also features wide-bandwidth, lowcrosstalk component video switching.
Behind a front panel door are 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 main amp-in jacks,
and a color-coded eight-channel input make
the AVR 8000 virtually future-proof, with
everything needed to accommodate tomorrow’s
new formats right on board.
The AVR 8000’s flexibility and power extend
beyond your main home theater or listening
room. The AVR 8000 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 AVR 8000 from a remote zone,
a separate “Zone II” remote is included.
The AVR 8000’s powerful amplifier uses
traditional Harman Kardon high-current design
technologies to meet the wide dynamic range
of any program selection.
Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity
receiver more than forty-seven years ago.
With
state-of-the-art circuitry and time-honored
circuit designs, the AVR 8000 is the perfect
combina
tion of the latest in digital audio
technology, a
quiet yet powerful analog
amplifier in an
elegant, easy-to-use package.
■ THX®Ultra processing,THX Surround EX,
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Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro Logic* II
decoding, and the full suite of DTS
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modes, including DTS-ES®6.1 Discrete
& Matrix and Neo:6
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using the latest
24-bit, twin-core Crystal
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DSP engine
■ Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7
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processing, available for the first time
with both 7.1 and 5.1 processing in
a variety of modes and two modes
of VMAx
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■ 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 opti-
cal digital inputs and outputs for easy
connection to portable digital devices
and the latest video game consoles
■ Multiple digital inputs and outputs
■ Front panel analog A/V jacks switch-
able to outputs for easy connection to
portable digital devices and video
game consoles
■ On-screen menu and display system
■ Complete multizone system allows a
separate audio and video source to
be sent to a remote zone – separate
Zone II remote included
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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
literature accompanying the appliance.
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
4 SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR 8000 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 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.
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 leadin 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.
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.
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 inter-
ference to radio communication. However, there
is no guarantee that harmful interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference 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 equip-
ment 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.
5 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
1 Main Power Switch: Press this button
to apply power to the AVR 8000. 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
turn 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 Switch
1
is “ON,” press this button to
turn on the AVR 8000; press it again to turn the
unit off. Note that the
Power Indicator
3
surrounding 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 8000’s output through a pair
of headphones. Be certain that the headphones
have a standard
1
/4" stereo phone plug. Note
that the main room speakers will automatically
be turned off when the headphone jack is
in use.
5 Dolby Mode Selector: Pressing this
selector button cycles the AVR through the
various Dolby surround modes.The first press
of the button switches the surround mode to
the last Dolby surround mode that was in use.
The choice of modes available will vary based on
the type of input source (digital or analog) and
the number of speaker channels your system is
configured for.
6 Home THX Mode Selector: Press this
button to select Home THX processing.The
choice of THX modes will vary according to
the type of input source and program material
(Dolby Digital, DTS 5.1, DTS 6.1 or analog), and
the number of speakers in your system. In some
cases the system will auto-default to the THX
Surround EX or THX Cinema mode, while in
other cases you will have a choice of modes.
7 Logic 7 Mode Selector/‹Button: This
button has two functions: In normal use, press
it to select one of the Logic 7 modes.When an
adjustment is being made using using the
Front Panel Controls
1 Main Power Switch
2 System Power Control
3 Power Indicator
4 Headphone Jack
5 Dolby Mode Selector
6 Home THX Mode Selector
7 Logic 7 Mode Selector/‹Button
8 Tone Mode
9 DSP Surround Mode Selector
) Tuning Selector
! Tuner Band Selector
@ 6Ch/8Ch Direct Button
# Preset Station Selector
$ Stereo Mode Selector/›Button
% Input Source Selector
^ FM Mode Selector
& Optical Digital 4 Input Jack
* Optical Digital 4 Output Jack
( Coaxial Digital 4 Input Jack
Ó Coaxial Digital 4 Output Jack
Ô Input/Output Status Indicator
Video 5 Input Jacks
Ò DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector
Ú Digital Select Button
Û DTS Surround Mode Selector
Ù Volume Control
ı Input Indicators
ˆ Main Information Display
˜ Remote Sensor Window
¯ Surround Mode/Bitstream Indicators
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6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
Front Panel Controls
Digital Select Button Ú, this button may be
pressed to scroll through the available options.
8 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 Information Display ˆ. If you
wish to take the tone controls to “flat,” without
any treble or bass alteration, press the
‹
or
›
Selector Buttons 7$ so that TONE
OUT
appears in the Lower Display Line B.
To change the tone settings, press the button
until either
TREBLE or BASS appears in
the
Lower Display Line B as desired, and
then press the
‹
or ›Selector Buttons
7$ to increase or decrease the setting. Note
that the Tone settings apply only to the front
left and right speakers, and they are not in
effect when a THX mode is in use.
9 DSP Surround Mode Selector: Press this
button to select the following DSP Surround
Modes: Hall 1, Hall 2 or Theater. (See page 28
for more information about surround modes.)
) Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the
button to tune lower-frequency stations and the
right side of the button to tune higher-frequency
stations.When a station with a strong signal
is reached, the
TUNED Indicator I will be lit
in the
Main Information Display ˆ.
To tune manually, tap the button lightly and
note that the tuner will step up one frequency
increment per button press.When the button is
held for a few seconds you will note that the
unit will quickly search the frequency band.
Release it once the fast tuning starts; the tuner
will automatically scan for the next station with
an acceptable signal and then stop.
! Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this but-
ton will automatically switch the AVR 8000 to
the Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch
between the AM and FM frequency bands. (See
page 33 for more information on the tuner.)
@ 6Ch/8Ch Direct Button: Press this button
to select the 6-Channel Direct or 8-Channel
Direct inputs as the AVR 8000’s source.
# Preset Station Selector: Press this
button to scroll up or down through the list or
stations that have been entered into the preset
memory. (See pages 33 and 34 for more information on tuner programming.)
$ Stereo Mode Selector/›Button:
Pressing this selector button cycles through the
stereo modes, and it is also used to turn off all
surround processing and place the unit in a traditional two-channel Stereo mode.The first
press selects 5-Channel Stereo, the next press
selects 7-Channel Stereo, and the third press
selects “SURROUND OFF,” which is true Stereo.
% Input Source Selector: Press this button
to change the input by scrolling up or down
through the list of input sources.
^ FM 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
Selector
)uéis pressed. When the but-
ton is pressed so that the
AUTO Indicator J
is not lit, each press of the Tuning Selector
)uéwill increase the frequency. (See
page 33 for more information on using the
tuner.)
NOTE: The front panel digital audio, video and
analog audio input and output jacks are normally concealed behind a drop-down door in the
lower right corner of the front panel. To access
these jacks, open the panel door by gently
pulling down the upper right corner of the door
as indicated by “PULL/OPEN.”
& Optical Digital 4 Input Jack: Connect the
optical digital output of an audio or video product to this jack.
* Optical Digital 4 Output Jack: Connect
this jack to the optical digital input of a digital
recorder to send a feed of the digital output
when a PCM digital input source is in use by
the AVR 8000.
( Coaxial Digital 4 Input Jack: Connect the
output of a digital audio source to this jack.
Ó Coaxial Digital 4 Output Jack: Connect
this jack to the coaxial digital input of a digital
recorder to send a feed of the digital output
when a PCM digital input source is in use by
the AVR 8000.
Ô Input/Output Status Indicator: This LED
indicator will normally light green to show that
the front panel
Video 5 Input Jacks 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 34 for more information
on configuring the front panel jacks as outputs,
rather than inputs.)
Video 5 Input Jacks: These audio/video
jacks may be used for temporary connection to
video games or portable audio/video products
such as camcorders and portable audio players.
Ò DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector: Pressing this
button selects one of the DTS Neo:6 modes.The
first press selects the Neo:6 Movies mode, and
a second press will select the Neo:6 Music
mode. (See page 28 for more information on
the Neo:6 modes.)
Ú Digital Select Button: When playing a
source that has a digital output, press this
button to select between the
Optical &e
and Coaxial (b Digital inputs. (See page
31 for more information on digital audio.)
Û DTS Surround Mode Selector: Pressing
this selector button cycles the AVR through the
DTS surround modes.The choice of available
DTS modes will vary according to the type of
program source material (DTS 5.1 or DTS 6.1)
and whether your system is configured for 5.1
or 6.1/7.1 channel operation.
Ù Volume Control: Turn this knob clockwise
to increase the volume, counterclockwise to
decrease the volume. If the AVR 8000 is muted,
adjusting volume control will automatically
release the unit from the silenced condition.
ı Input Indicators: A green LED will light
to the left of the input that is currently the
input source for the AVR 8000.
ˆ 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/Bitstream 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 32 for
more information.)
7 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY
Front Panel Information Display
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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 input source name
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 On-Screen Display is being used.
D Multiroom Indicator: This indicator lights
when the multiroom system is active. Note that
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 38 for more information on the
Multiroom system.)
E 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 one
of those positions. (See page 21 for more information on configuring speakers.) 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 pages
25 & 32 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 34 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.
I
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
¡ AM Antenna: Connect theAM 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.
™ FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor or
an optional external FM antenna to this terminal.
£ Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the
RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.
¢ 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 AVR 8000 to
the red (+) terminals on the speakers and the
black (–) terminals on the AVR 8000 to the
black (–) terminals on the speakers. See page
15 for more information on speaker polarity.
∞ 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 15
for more information on speaker polarity.)
§ 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.
¶ Amplifier Inputs: When the jumper pins
that link the
Preamp Outputs • with these
inputs are removed, these jacks may be used to
connect an external source or the AVR 8000’s
multiroom system to the internal amplifiers.
• Main Channel Preamp Outputs: When
the jumper pins that link the
Amplifier Inputs
¶ with these outputs are removed, these jacks
may be connected to an external power amplifier.
ª CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the out-
put of a compact disc player or CD changer.
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¡ AM Antenna
™ FM Antenna
£ Tape Outputs
¢ Front Speaker Outputs
∞ Surround Speaker Outputs
§ Subwoofer Output
¶ Amplifier Inputs
• Main Channel Preamp Outputs
ª CD Inputs
‚ Surround Back Preamp Outputs
⁄ Tape Inputs
¤ Component Video Outputs
‹ Video 1/Video 2 Component Video Inputs
› DVD Component Video Inputs
fi AC Power Cord Jack
fl Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet
‡ Switched AC Accessory Outlets
° Center Speaker Outputs
· 8-Channel Direct Inputs
a Coaxial Digital Audio Output
b Coaxial Digital Inputs
c 6-Channel Direct Inputs
d Optical Digital Audio Output
e Optical Digital Inputs
f DVD Inputs
g Amplifier Trigger Jack
h Multizone IR Input
i Remote IR Input
j Remote IR Output
k Video 1/Video 2 Inputs
Video 3/Video 4 Inputs
Multizone Outputs
Video 1/Video 2 Outputs
Video Monitor Outputs
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Rear Panel Connections
‚ Surround Back Preamp Outputs: When
the AVR is used in the 6.1 or 7.1 configuration,
connect these jacks to an optional, external
power amplifier to power the Surround Back
Channels.
⁄ Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the
PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.
¤ Component Video 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
‹› is selected the signal will be sent
to these jacks.
‹ Video 1/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.
› DVD Component Video Inputs: Connect
the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a DVD
player to these jacks.
fi 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 same type
and capacity.
fl Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet: This
outlet may be used to power any AC device.
The power will remain on at this outlet regardless of whether the AVR 8000 is on or off.
NOTE: The total power consumption of all
devices connected to the accessory outlets
should not exceed 100 watts.
‡ Switched AC Accessory Outlets: These
outlets may be used to power any device you
wish to have turned on when the AVR 8000 is
turned on with the
System Power Control
Button
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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 15 for more information on speaker
polarity.)
· 8-Channel Direct Inputs: When an
optional, external source with discrete 7.1 analog audio output capability such as a DVDAudio or SACD player is use, connect that unit’s
surround back output jacks here.
a Coaxial Digital Audio Output: Connect
this jack to the coaxial digital input of a
CD-R/RW,MiniDisc or other digital recorder.
b Coaxial Digital 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
either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source. Do not connect the RF
digital output of an LD player to these jacks.
c 6-Channel Direct Inputs: When an
optional, external source with discrete 5.1
analog audio output capability such as a
DVD-Audio or SACD player is use, connect
that unit’s output jacks here.
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: Purple
Digital Audio: Orange
Composite Video: Yellow
Component Video “Y”: Green
Component Video “Pr”: Red
Component Video “Pb”:Blue
d Optical Digital Audio Output: Connect
this jack to the optical digital input connector
on a CD-R/RW, MiniDisc or other digital
recorder.
e Optical Digital Inputs: Connect the opti-
cal digital output from a DVD player, HDTV
receiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatible
computer sound card playing MP3 files or
streams, LD player or CD player to these jacks.
The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal,
a DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source.
f DVD Inputs: Connect the analog left/right
audio and composite or S-Video output of a DVD
player or other video source to these jacks.
g Amplifier Trigger Jack: Connect this jack
to the compatible input trigger jack on a power
amplifier or other relay controlled device.The
connected product will turn on when the AVR is
turned on.
h Multizone IR Input: Connect the output of
an IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to
operate the AVR 8000’s multiroom control system.
i Remote IR Input: If the AVR 8000’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.
j Remote IR Output: This connection per-
mits the IR sensor in the receiver to serve other
remote controlled devices. Connect this jack to
the “IR IN” jack on Harman Kardon (or other
compatible) equipment.
k Video 1/Video 2 Inputs: Connect the
left/right audio and composite or S-Video
PLAY/OUT jacks on a VCR or other video source
to these jacks.
Video 3/Video 4 Inputs: Connect the
left/right audio and composite or S-Video outputs of a video source such as a VCR, satellite
receiver, hard drive video recorder or other
device to these jacks.
Multizone Outputs: Connect these jacks
to the optional external audio power amplifier
and video distribution system that delivers the
source selected for multizone distribution.
Video 1/Video 2 Outputs: Connect the
left/right audio and composite or S-Video
Record/Input jacks on a VCR or camcorder to
these jacks.
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.
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d Power On Button
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f AVR Selector
g AM/FM Tuner Select
h Test Button
i Sleep Button
j Surround Mode Selector
k Night Mode
l Channel Select Button
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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 THX Mode Select Button
z Skip Up/Down Buttons
` Transport Controls
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Stereo Mode Select Button
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Logic 7 Mode Select Button
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Macro Buttons
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Disc Skip Button
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Clear Button
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Memory Button
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Speaker Select
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Multiroom
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Volume Up/Down
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SPL Select
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NOTE: The function names shown here are each button’s feature when used with the AVR 8000. Most buttons have additional functions when used with other
devices. See pages 44–45 for a list of these functions.
Main Remote Control Functions
11 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Main Remote Control Functions
IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 8000’s remote
may be programmed to control up to eight
devices, including the AVR 8000. 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 8000’s remote is shipped
from the factory programmed to operate the
AVR 8000 and most Harman Kardon CD or
DVD players and cassette decks.The remote is
also capable of operating a wide variety of other
products using the control codes that are part
of the remote. Before using the remote with
other products, follow the instructions on pages
39–43 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 8000. (See page 44 for information about
alternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)
a Power Off Button: Press this button to
place the AVR 8000 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 win-
dow towards the AVR 8000 when pressing buttons on the remote to make certain that infrared
commands are properly received.
c Program/SPL Indicator: This three-color
indicator is used to guide you through the
process of programming the remote or learning
commands from a remote into the AVR 8000’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 39 for
information on programming the remote.)
d Power On Button: Press this button to
turn on the power to a device selected by pressing one of the
Input Selectors ef.
e Input Selectors: Pressing one of these
buttons will perform three actions at the same
time. First, if the AVR 8000 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 8000. 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 AVR 8000’s functions with the
remote.
f AVR Selector: Pressing this button will
switch the remote so that it will operate the
AVR 8000’s functions. If the AVR 8000 is in the
Standby mode, it will also turn the AVR 8000 on.
g AM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button to
select the AVR 8000’s tuner as the listening
choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is
already in use will select between the AM and
FM bands.
h Test Button: Press this button to begin
the sequence used to calibrate the AVR 8000’s
output levels. (See page 24 for more information
on calibrating the AVR 8000.)
i Sleep Button: Press this button to place
the unit in the Sleep mode.After the time
shown in the display, the AVR 8000 will automatically go into the Standby mode. Each press
of the button changes the time until turn-off in
the following order:
Once the sleep timer has been activated, note
that the
Main Information Display ˆ will
dim to half brightness. Note that this button is
also used to change channels on your TV when
the TV is selected.
When the AVR 8000 remote is being programmed with the codes to operate another
device, this button is also used in the “Auto
Search” process. (See page 39 for more information on programming the remote.)
j Surround Mode Selector: Press this
button to begin the process of changing the
surround mode.After the button has been
pressed, use the
⁄/¤
Buttons mp to
select the desired surround mode. (See page 28
for more information.) Note that this button is
also used to tune channels when the TV is
selected using the device
Input Selector
e. When the AVR 8000 remote is being programmed with the codes of another device, this
button is also used in the “Auto Search”
process. (See page 39 for more information on
programming the remote.)
k Night Mode: Press this button to activate
the Night mode.This mode is available in specially encoded digital sources, and it preserves
dialog (center channel) intelligibility at low
volume levels.
l Channel Select Button: This button is
used to start the process of setting the AVR 8000’s
output levels to an external source. Once this
button is pressed, use the
⁄/¤
Buttons
mp to select the channel being adjusted,
then press the
Set Button o, followed by
the
⁄/¤
Buttons
mp again, to change the
level setting. (See page 34 for more information.)
m⁄Button: This multipurpose button is
used to change or scroll up through the list of
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 j to select a
sound field mode or the
Digital Select
Button
q to change a digital input) and
then press this button to scroll through the list
of options or to increase a setting. The sections
in this manual describing the individual features
and functions contain specific information on
using this button for each application.
n‹Button: This button is used to change
the menu selection or setting during some of
the setup procedures for the AVR 8000.
o Set Button: This button is used to enter
settings into the AVR 8000’s memory. It is also
used in the setup procedures for delay time,
speaker configuration and channel output level
adjustment.
p¤Button: This multipurpose button is
used to change or scroll down through the
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 and then press
this button to scroll down through the list of
options or to decrease a setting. The sections in
this manual describing the individual features
and function contain specific information on
using this button for each specific application.
q Digital Select: Press this button to assign
one of the digital inputs
&(be to a
source. (See page 31 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.
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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 u)
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will move the frequency up or down in singlestep 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 33 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 33 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 illumi-
nated, pressing these buttons will tune stations
in single-step increments. (See page 33 for more
information.)
v OSD Button: Press this button to activate
the On-Screen Display (OSD) system used to set
up or adjust the AVR 8000’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 28 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 through 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 28 for the available DTS
Digital options.)
y THX Mode Select Button: Press this but-
ton to select the Home THX mode that is applicable to the input type and speaker configuration in use.
z Skip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons
don’t have a direct function with the AVR 8000,
but when used with a compatibly programmed
CD or DVD changer they will change the disc
currently being played in the changer.
` Transport Controls: These buttons do
not have any functions for the AVR 8000, 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 42 for more information.)
Light Button: Press this button to acti-
vate the remote’s backlight for ease of use in
darkened rooms.
Tone Mode Button: Press this button to
turn the controls off so that the output is “flat,”
or to boost or lower the tone modification. The
first press of this button shows whether the
tone controls are active or not. Subsequent
presses enable you to select the treble or bass
for change by pressing the
⁄/¤
Buttons
mp. Note that the tone controls only
change the output for the front left/right
speakers and they are not available when a
THX mode is in use.
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.
Logic 7 Mode Select Button: Press
this button to select a Logic 7 Mode.This
Harman proprietary process excels at converting
two channel stereo or matrix surround encoded
sources into a full five, six or seven channel
sound field. (See page 28 for the available
Logic 7 options.)
DTS Neo:6 Mode Select: Press this but-
ton to select a DTS Neo:6 Mode.These modes
take a two channel stereo or matrix surround
encoded source and create a full five-, six- or
seven-channel sound field. (See page 28 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 40 for more
information on storing and recalling macros.)
Disc Skip Button: This button has no
direct function for the AVR 8000 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 39 for more
information on using the remote with products
other than the AVR 8000.)
Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is
in use, press these buttons to scroll through the
stations programmed into the AVR 8000’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 8000’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 34 for more information.)
Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button to
begin the process for setting the delay times
used by the AVR 8000 when processing surround sound. After pressing this button, the
delay times are entered by pressing the
Set Button o and then using the ⁄/
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Buttons mp to change the setting. Press
the
Set Button o again to complete the
process. (See page 24 for more information.)
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Button: Press this button to change a
setting or selection when configuring many of the
AVR 8000’s settings.
Speaker Select: Press this button
to begin the process of configuring the
AVR 8000’s bass management system for use
with the type of speakers used in your system.
Once the button has been pressed, use the
⁄/¤
Buttons mp to select the channel
you wish to set up. Press the
Set Button o
and then select another channel to configure.
When all adjustments have been completed,
press the
Set Button o 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 38 for more information on
the Multiroom system.)
Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons
to raise or lower the system volume.
SPL Select: This button activates the
AVR 8000’s EzSet function to quickly and
accurately calibrate the AVR 8000’s output
levels. Press and hold the button for three
seconds and then release it. Note that the
test tone will begin circulating, and the
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Program/SPL Indicator 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 pages 24 and 25 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 8000’s remote.
(See page 39 for more information on using the
remote’s learning function.)
6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input:
Press this button to select the device connected
to the
6-Channel Direct Inputs c or the
8-Channel Direct Inputs ·. (See page 35
for more information.)
Mute: Press this button to momentarily
silence the AVR 8000 or TV set being controlled, depending on which device has been
selected. When the AVR 8000 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 39 for more information on programming
the remote.)
EzSet Sensor Microphone: The sensor
microphone for the EzSet microphone is behind
these slots.When using the remote to calibrate
speaker output levels using EzSet, be sure that
you do not hold the remote in a way that covers these slots. (See pages 24 and 25 for more
information on using EzSet.)
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Zone II Remote Control Functions
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Power Off: When used in the room
where the AVR 8000 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
Multizone IR Input h
jack, this button turns the Multiroom system
on and off.
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AVR Selector: Press this button to turn
on the AVR 8000. The input in use when the
unit was last on will be selected.
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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 AVR 8000
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
AVR 8000, these buttons may be used to
change the frequency of the tuner. These
buttons may also control the Fast Play or
Fast Reverse functions of compatible
Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette decks in
the same room, or from a remote room when
an IR link is connected to the AVR 8000.
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Record/Pause: Press this button to
activate the Record or Pause function on
compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or
cassette deck products.
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Preset Up/Down – Track Skip: When
the AVR 8000’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.
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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 8000 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
Multizone IR
Input
h 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.
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Mute: When used in the room where the
AVR 8000 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
Multizone IR Input h jack, this button
will temporarily silence the feed to the remote
room only. Press the button again to return to
the previous volume level.
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AVR Selector
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Record/Pause
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Disc Skip
Volume Up/Down
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Play Forward/Reverse/Stop
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NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR 8000 is located,
or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the
AVR 8000’s
Multizone IR Input h jack. When it is used in the same room as the AVR 8000, it
will control the functions of the AVR 8000 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that room.
When it is used in a separate room via a sensor connected to the
Multizone IR Input h jack,
the buttons for Power, Input Source,Volume and Mute will control the source and volume for the
second zone, as connected to the
Multizone Output jacks. (See page 38 for complete
information on using the Multiroom system.)
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Installation and Connections
System Installation
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.
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 Inputs ª.
NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and
variable audio outputs, it is best to use the fixed
output unless you find that the input to the
receiver is so low that the sound is noisy, or so
high that the signal is distorted.
2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a cassette deck, MD, CD-R or other audio recorder to
the
Tape Input Jacks ⁄. Connect the analog
Record/In jacks on the recorder to the
Tape
Output Jacks
£ on the AVR 8000.
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 Inputs
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4. Connect the coaxial or optical
Digital Audio
Outputs
ad on the rear panel of the
AVR 8000 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
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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 TV system. Note that 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 and surround
speaker outputs
¢∞° 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
pages 8 and 9. However, most speakers will 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 manufacturers 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 8000.
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
6-
Channel Direct Inputs
c.
10. If an external multichannel audio source
with 7.1 outputs such as an external digital
processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player
is used, first connect the outputs of that device
to both the
6-Channel Direct Inputs c
as noted above, and then connect the
Surround Back Left and Surround Back Right
output channels of the source device to the
8-Channel Direct Inputs ·.
11. If you plan to use a 7.1 channel source or
wish to take advantage of the 6.1/7.1 channel
processing modes such as THX Surround EX
or DTS-ES, you must use an optional audio
power amplifier for those channels. Connect
the
Surround Back Preamp Outputs ‚
to the inputs of the amplifier feeding those
channels’ speakers.
Video Equipment Connections
Video equipment is connected in the same manner as audio components.Again, the use of highquality interconnect cables is recommended to
preserve signal quality.
1. Connect a VCR’s or other video source’s
audio and video Play/Out jacks to the
Video 1/
Video 2 Input Jacks
k on the rear panel. The
Audio and Video Record/In jacks on the VCR
should be connected to the
Video 1/Video 2
Output Jacks
on the AVR 8000.
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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/Video 4 Input Jacks .
3. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a DVD or laser disc player to the
DVD
Inputs
f.
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
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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 ›. Note
that even when component video connections
are used, the audio connections should still be
made to either the analog
DVD Inputs f or
any of the
Optical or Coaxial Digital Input
Jacks
be.
7. If other devices with component video outputs are available, connect it to the
Video 1/
Video 2 Component Video Inputs
‹.The
audio connections for this device should be
made to either the
Video 1/VIdeo 2 Inputs
k or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital
Input Jacks
be
.
8. If the component video inputs are used, connect the
Component Video Outputs ¤ 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
&(. A device connected here is selected
as the Video 5 input, and the digital inputs
must be assigned to the Video 5 input. (See
page 20 for more information on input configuration.)
Video Connection Notes:
• When the component video jacks are used,
the on-screen menus are not visible and you
must switch to the standard composite or
S-Video input on your TV to view them.
• The AVR 8000 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 8000 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 i 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 j 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 8000 via standard coaxial cable. Plug
the IR connection cable into the
Multizone IR
Input
h jack on the AVR 8000’s rear panel.
If other Harman Kardon compatible source
equipment is part of the main room installation,
the
Remote IR Output j 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.
Amplifier Trigger Connections
If an optional, external audio power amplifier is
used, this jack will provide the connection
needed to automate the amplifier’s turn-on.
Connect this jack to the Trigger Input on a compatible amplifier. When this connection is made,
the amplifier or any other trigger-controlled
device such as a projection screen or automatic
blinds will be turned on when the AVR is on,
and off when the AVR is off.
NOTE: When connecting any device to this
jack, make certain that proper connection
polarity is maintained and that the total current
draw of any device connected does not exceed
500 milliamps. If you are not familiar with this
type of connection, we recommend that you
consult your dealer or installer for more
information.
Multiroom Connections
The AVR 8000 is equipped with complete
multizone capabilities that allow it to send
a separate audio/video source to the remote
zone from the one selected for use in the
main room.
To view the video output of the source selected
for multizone operation at the remote location, connect the wires connecting to the
remote video monitor to the
Multizone
Output
jacks.
Depending on the distance from the AVR
8000 to the remote room, two options are
available for audio connection:
Option 1: Use high-quality, shielded audio
interconnect cable from the AVR 8000’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 8000,
plug the audio interconnect cables into
the
Multizone Output jacks on the
AVR 8000’s rear panel.
Option 2: Connect the Multizone Output
jacks on the AVR 8000 to the inputs of
an optional stereo power amplifier. Run highquality speaker wire from the amplifier to the
speakers in the remote room.
NOTE: In both options, you may connect an
optional IR sensor in the remote room to the
AVR 8000 via an appropriate cable. Connect
the sensor’s cable to the
Multizone IR Input
h on the AVR 8000 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.
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 highcurrent draw equipment such as power amplifiers.The total power draw to each outlet may
not exceed 100 watts.
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The Switched AC Accessory Outlets ‡ 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 fl
will receive power as long as the unit is
plugged into a powered AC outlet.
The AVR 8000 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 fi.
Note that the AVR 8000 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 8000’s incredible
power and fidelity!
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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
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).
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.
When the AVR 8000 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 7.1channel system, both side surround and back
surround speakers are required.The center of
the speaker should face into the room.The
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
7.1-channel 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.
Center Front Speaker
No more
than 24"
Left Front
Speaker
Right Front
Speaker
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
At least 6 inches from ceiling
At least 2 feet
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