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How do I obtain maximum enjoyment from my new receiver?
Please read the manual and refer back to it as you become more familiar with its features and their operation.
What if I have any questions about this product, its installation, or its operation?
Please contact your Harman Kardon retailer or custom installer, or visit the Web site at http://www.harmankardon.com.
What accessory items are supplied with the receiver?
The following accessory items are supplied with your receiver: • System remote control • Zone 2 remote control (AVR 3700/AVR 370 only) • EzSet/EQ™ microphone • AM loop antenna • FM wire antenna • Six AAA batteries (AVR 3700/AVR 370); four AAA batteries (AVR 2700/AVR 270) • AC power cord
What should I do if any of the accessory items are missing?
Please contact your Harman Kardon dealer or Harman Kardon customer service at http://www.harmankardon.com.
What voltage is the AVR 3700 and AVR 2700 designed for use with?
The AVR 3700 and AVR 2700 have been designed for use with 120-volt AC current.
What voltage is the AVR 370 and AVR 270 designed for use with?
The AVR 370 and AVR 270 have been designed for use with 220 – 240-volt AC current.
What can happen if I connect to a line voltage other than that for which my receiver is intended?
Connection to a line voltage other than that for which your receiver is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.
What should I do if I have any questions about the voltage requirements for my specific model, or about the line voltage in my area?
Contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
Do you recommend that extension cords be used with this product?
We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product.
What should I do if a power cord is damaged?
Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized service center with a cord meeting factory specifications.
How should I handle the AC power cord when disconnecting it from an AC outlet?
Always pull the plug; never pull the cord.
What should I do if I do not intend to use my receiver for any considerable length of time?
Disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
Are there any user-serviceable components inside this product?
There are no user-serviceable components inside this product.
What can happen if I open the cabinet?
Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your warranty.
What should I do if water or any metal object accidentally falls inside the unit?
Disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.
What should I do 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.
Where should I place the receiver?
• Place the receiver on a firm and level surface. Be certain that the surface and any mounting hardware can support the AVR’s weight. • Provide proper space above and below the AVR for ventilation. Recommended clearance distances are 30cm above the unit, 30cm behind the unit and 30cm on each side of the unit. • If you install the AVR in a cabinet or other enclosed area, provide cooling air within the cabinet. Under some circumstances, a fan may be required. • Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the receiver or place objects directly over them. • Do not place the receiver directly on a carpeted surface. • Do not place the receiver in moist or humid locations, in extremely hot or cold locations, in areas near heaters or heat registers, or in direct sunlight.
What are the four different power modes of the AVR?
• Off (Power indicator not illuminated): When the rear-panel Main Power switch is in the Off position or the power cord is unplugged the AVR is off and will not respond to any commands. Plugging the power cord into a live AC outlet and setting the Main Power switch in the On position will put the AVR into the Eco Standby mode. • Eco Standby (Power indicator glows solid amber): The Eco Standby mode minimizes energy consumption when you’re not using the AVR. When the AVR is in Eco Standby, it will not automatically turn on or play audio in response to an AirPlay signal from a networked device. When the AVR is in Eco Standby, pressing the Power button turns it on. To put the AVR into Eco Standby when it is on, press the Power button for more than three seconds. NOTE: The AVR will not automatically enter the Eco Standby mode. • Standby (Power indicator glows solid amber): The Standby mode mutes the AVR and shuts off its front-panel display, but allows the AVR to automatically turn on and play audio in response to an AirPlay signal from a networked device. When the AVR is in Standby, pressing the Power button turns it on. To put the AVR into Standby when it is on, press the Power button for less than three seconds. NOTE: The AVR will automatically enter the Standby mode whenever no control buttons have been pressed and no audio signal has been present for 30 minutes. • On (Power indicator glows solid white): When the AVR is on it is fully operational.
What should I do if the PROTECT message ever appears on the AVR’s front-panel message display?
Turn off the AVR and unplug it from the AC outlet. Check all speaker wires for a possible short-circuit (the “+” and “-” conductors touching each other or both touching the same piece of metal). If a short-circuit is not found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using it again.
What does the Setup button do?
Press this button to access the AVR’s main menu.
What does the Info button do?
Press this button to access the AVR’s Source submenu, which contains the settings for the source currently playing. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the different settings.
What is the function of the IR sensor?
This sensor receives infrared (IR) commands from the remote control. It is important to ensure that the sensor is not blocked. If covering the IR sensor is unavoidable (such as when the receiver is installed inside of a cabinet), connect an optional infrared receiver to the Remote IR In connector on the AVR’s rear panel.
What does the Volume knob do?
Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume.
What is the Headphone jack/EzSet/EQ Mic input used for?
Connect a 1/4" stereo headphone plug to this jack for private listening. This jack is also used to connect the supplied microphone for the EzSet/EQ procedure described in Configure the AVR For Your Speakers, on page 26.
What is the USB port used for?
You can use this port to play audio files from a connected Apple iOS device and play MP3 and WMA audio files from a USB device inserted into the USB port. You can also use this port to perform software upgrades that may be offered in the future. Do not connect a storage device, peripheral product or a PC here, unless you are instructed to do so as part of an upgrade procedure.
What is the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface®) Front Input connector used for?
Connect an HDMI-capable source component that will be used only temporarily, such as a camcorder or game console, here.
What does the Resolution button do?
Press this button to access the AVR’s video output resolution setting: 480p (AVR 3700/AVR 2700), 576p (AVR 370/AVR 270), 720p, 1080i, 1080p or 1080p/24Hz. Use the Up/Down and OK buttons to change the setting.
What should I do if I set the AVR’s video output resolution higher than the capabilities of the actual connection between the AVR and my TV or video display?
You will not see a picture. If you are using the composite video connection from the AVR to your TV (see Connect Your TV or Video Display, on page 17), the resolution will automatically be set to 480i.
What does the Audio Effects button do?
Press this button to access the Audio Effects submenu, which allows you to adjust the AVR’s tone controls and other audio controls.
What does the Video Modes button do?
Press this button for direct access to the Video Modes submenu, which contains settings you can use to improve the video picture. Use the OK button to scroll through the different modes, and use the Up/Down and Left/Right buttons to make adjustments within each mode.
What does the Surround Modes button do?
Press this button to select a listening mode. The Surround Modes menu will appear on screen, and the menu line will appear in the front-panel display. Use the Up/Down buttons to change the surround-mode category and the Left/Right buttons to change the surround mode for that category.
What does the Back/Exit button do?
Press this button to return to the previous menu or to exit the menu system.
What do the Left/Right buttons do?
Use these buttons to navigate the AVR’s menus.
What does the OK button do?
Press this button to select the currently highlighted item.
What do the Up/Down buttons do?
Use these buttons to navigate the AVR’s menus.
What does the Source List button do?
Press this button to select a source device to watch/listen to. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the source-device list, and press the OK button to select the source being displayed.
What do the Radio Antenna connectors do?
Connect the supplied AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.
What does the Wi-Fi® Antenna connector (AVR 3700/AVR 370) do?
If your home network is Wi-Fi, connect the supplied Wi-Fi antenna here to enjoy Internet radio and content from DLNA®-compatible devices that are connected to the network. You do not need to make a wired network connection.
What does the Network connector do?
If your home network is wired, use a Cat. 5 or Cat. 5E Ethernet cable (not supplied) to connect the AVR’s Network connector to your home network to enjoy Internet radio and content from DLNA-compatible devices that are connected to the network.
What do the HDMI® Input connectors do?
An HDMI connection transmits digital audio and video signals between devices. If your source devices have HDMI connectors, using them will provide the best possible video and audio performance quality. Since the HDMI cable carries both digital video and digital audio signals, you do not have to make any additional audio connections for devices you connect via the HDMI connection.
What do the HDMI Output connectors do?
If your TV has an HDMI connector, use an HDMI cable (not included) to connect it to the AVR’s HDMI Out connector. The AVR will automatically transcode component and composite video input signals to the HDMI format (upscaling to as high as 1080p), so you do not need to make any other connections to your TV from the AVR or from any video source devices you connect to the AVR.
What should I do when connecting a DVI-equipped display to the HDMI Out connector?
Use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter and make a separate audio connection.
What should I do if the HDMI-equipped display is not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)-compliant?
Do not connect it via an HDMI connection; use an analog video connection instead and make a separate audio connection.
What do the Composite Video Input connectors do?
Use composite video connectors for video source devices that don’t have HDMI or component video connectors. You will also need to make an audio connection from the source device to the AVR.
What do the Component Video Input connectors do?
If any of your video source devices have component video connectors (and do not have HDMI connectors), using the component video connectors will provide superior video performance. You will also need to make an audio connection from the device to the receiver.
What does the Composite Video Monitor Out connector do?
If your TV or video display does not have an HDMI connector, use a composite video cable (not included) to connect the AVR’s Composite Video Monitor Out connector to your TV ‘s composite video input.
What do the Analog Audio Input connectors do?
Use the AVR’s Analog Audio Input connectors for source devices that don’t have HDMI or digital audio connectors.
What do the Analog Rec[ord] Out connectors do?
Connect this analog audio output to the analog audio input of a recording device. A signal is available at this output whenever an analog audio source is playing.
What do the Zone 2 Out connectors do?
Connect these jacks to an external amplifier to power the speakers in the remote zone of a multizone system.
What do the Pre-Out connectors (AVR 3700/AVR 370) do?
Connect these jacks to external amplifiers if more power is desired. The function of the Surround Back/Front Height/Zone 2 connectors is determined by the setting you make for the Assigned Amp.
What does the Subwoofer connector do?
Connect this jack to a powered subwoofer with a line-level input.
What do the IR Remote In/Out connectors do?
When the IR sensor on the front panel is blocked (such as when the AVR is installed inside a cabinet), connect an optional IR receiver to the IR Remote In jack. The IR Remote Out jack may be connected to the IR input of a compatible product to enable remote control through the AVR.
What does the Zone 2 IR Input connector do?
Connect a remote IR receiver located in Zone 2 of a multizone system to this jack to control the AVR (and any source devices connected to the Remote IR Output connector) from the remote zone.
What does the 12V Trigger connector do?
This connector provides 12V DC whenever the AVR is on. It can be used to turn on and off other devices such as a powered subwoofer.
What do the Speaker connectors do?
Use two-conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct speaker.
What does the RS-232 connector do?
This connector is used to connect to external control hardware. Consult a certified professional installer for more information.
What are the Fan Vents for?
These vents are used by the AVR’s fan to cool the system. Maintain a clearance of at least three inches (75mm) from the nearest surface to avoid overheating the unit. It is normal for the fan to remain off at most normal volume levels. An automatic temperature sensor turns the fan on only when it is needed.
What does the Main Power switch do?
This mechanical switch turns the AVR’s power supply on or off. It is usually left on, and it cannot be turned on or off using the remote control.
What does the AC Input connector do?
After you have made and verified all other connections, plug the supplied AC power cord into this receptacle and into an unswitched wall outlet.
What should I do before making any connections to the audio/video receiver?
Ensure that the AVR’s AC cord is unplugged from the receiver and the AC outlet. Making connections with the receiver plugged in and turned on could damage the speakers.
How should I connect my speakers?
Connect each speaker to its color-coded terminal on the AVR as explained in Speaker Connections, on page 14 of the PDF. Connect the speakers as shown in the illustration in the PDF.
How should I connect my subwoofer?
Use a single RCA audio cable to connect the AVR’s Subwoofer connector to your subwoofer as explained in Subwoofer Connections, on page 14 of the PDF. Consult your subwoofer’s user manual for specific information about making connections to it.
How should I connect my TV or video display if it has an HDMI connector?
Use an HDMI cable (not included) to connect it to the AVR’s HDMI Monitor Out connector. You do not need to make any other connections to your TV from the receiver or from any of your video source components.
What should I do if my TV does not have an HDMI connector?
Use a composite video cable (not included) to connect the AVR’s Composite Monitor Out connector to your TV’s composite video connector.
How can I access the menu system?
To access the menu system, press the AVR button on the remote or the Setup button on the front panel. The Main Menu will appear, and if a video source is playing, it will be visible behind the menu.
What are the submenus of the Main Menu system?
Source Select, Setup Source, Speaker Setup, Zone 2, System and Settings Lock.
How do I navigate the menu system?
Use the Up/Down/Left/Right buttons on the remote or the front panel to navigate the menu system, and press the OK button to select a menu or setting line, or to enter a new setting.
What will appear in the front-panel Message Display?
The current menu, setting line or new setting will appear in the front-panel Message Display, as well as on screen.
How do I return to the previous menu or exit the menu system?
Press the Back/Exit button. Be certain all settings are correct, as any changes you have made will be retained.
What must I do before beginning the following setup steps?
All loudspeakers, a video display and all source devices should be connected. You should be able to turn on the AVR and view the main menu when you press the AVR button.
How do I configure the AVR for my speakers?
- Plug the supplied EzSet/EQ microphone into the AVR’s Headphone connector.
- Place the microphone at ear height in your listening position. The microphone features a threaded insert on the bottom for mounting on a camera tripod.
- Set the volume control on your subwoofer to approximately the halfway point.
- Turn on your TV and select the TV input where you connected the AVR
What are the steps to set up your sources?
- Review the assigned connectors you listed on the Source Buttons and Assigned Connectors table. Note what changes (if any) you want to make from the default source-button connector assignments that appear on the list.
- To display the Source Settings menu for the active source, press the Info button on the front panel or remote. Or, from the Main Menu screen, select “Setup Source” and select a source from the slide-in menu. The Settings menu for that source will appear.
- Select “Video Input From Source” and select the video input connector you want to assign to the source button. Press the OK button. NOTE: If you select an HDMI connector as the Video Input from Source, the Audio Input from Source will automatically change to the same HDMI connector. If you want to use a different audio connection, proceed to step 4.
- Select “Audio Input from Source” and select the audio input connector you want to assign to the source button. Press the OK button.
What does the “Resolution to Display” setting reflect?
This setting reflects the video output resolution, which is dependent upon the capabilities of your TV or video display.
- If you connected your TV to the AVR’s HDMI Monitor Out connector, the two devices will communicate with each other, and the AVR will automatically select the best available video output resolution. In almost all cases, you should leave the resolution set to the AVR’s automatic selection. (You can override this automatic selection if your video display’s native resolution is different from the AVR’s automatic selection.)
- If you connected your TV to the AVR’s Composite Video Monitor Out connector, you must set the resolution to “480i” (AVR 3700/AVR 2700) or to “576p” (AVR 370/AVR 270) to view any content.
What will happen if my connected TV is 4K video capable?
The AVR will automatically pass 4K video sources through to the TV in their native resolution and will upscale non-4K video sources up to 4K.
What does the Audio Effects submenu allow?
This submenu allows you to adjust the Dolby Volume and Dolby PLII/IIx/Ilz settings, the bass and treble tone controls, the LFE trim and the Equalization On/Off setting for each source independently.
What does the Video Modes submenu allow?
This submenu allows you to make picture adjustments for each source independently.
What does the Surround Modes submenu allow?
This submenu lets you program surround modes for movies, music and games for each source independently. Digital surround signals, such as Dolby Digital and DTS bitstreams, are automatically played in their native formats, although you may change the surround mode.
What does the “Audio Format from Source” indicate?
This line is informational only. When a digital program is playing, its format will be identified here. When analog audio programs are playing, this line displays ANALOG.
What does the “Resolution from Source” indicate?
This line is informational only. It indicates the resolution of the video output by the source device.
What is the HDMI Bypass setting?
This setting allows you to bypass the AVR’s internal video processing for proper display of 3D video content and of source devices (such as some game consoles) where the AVR’s video processing can create delays that can cause synchronization errors between the sound and picture. There are two available settings:
- On: Always bypasses the AVR’s internal video processing.
- Auto: Automatically bypasses the AVR’s internal video processing when 3D content is detected.
What is the procedure to create “HDMI Bypass” Inputs?
- Select “Setup Source.” The source list will appear.
- Select “Media Server.” The Media Server setup screen will appear.
- Select “HDMI Bypass.” A confirmation screen will appear.
- Select “OK.” The AVR will exit the menu mode. Repeat Steps 1-4, assigning a new 3D source for each of your 3D-capable source devices.
How do I change the display name for the source?
This selection lets you change the display name for the source, which is useful if your source’s device type is different from the source’s preprogrammed name. Select this line and use the Up/Down buttons to scroll forward or reverse through the alphanumeric characters. When the desired character appears, use the Left/Right buttons to move the cursor to the next or previous position. Move the cursor again to leave a blank space. When you have finished, press the OK Button. The name will appear on the AVR’s front panel and throughout the on-screen menu system.
What does the Adjust Lip Sync selection do?
This selection lets you resynchronize the audio and video signals from a source to eliminate a “lip sync” problem. Lip-sync issues can occur when the video portion of a signal undergoes additional processing in either the source device or the video display. When you make a Lip Sync adjustment, the Lip Sync menu appears by itself, enabling you to view the video while listening to the audio. Use the Left/Right buttons to delay the audio by up to 180ms.
What does the Zone 2 Audio setting do?
This setting determines the audio source for Zone 2 of a multizone system. Select the analog audio input the source is connected to. Digital audio is not available to the multizone system.
How do I set up the network?
To play MP3 or WMA media located on DLNA-compatible devices connected to the network, use the AVR’s internal Internet radio tuner or listen to sources via AirPlay, the AVR must be connected to your home network and you must join them with the network.
What are the steps for Wired Network Setup?
- Press the AVR button, select System, then select Network Settings. The Wired/Wireless selection screen will appear.
- Select Wired. The Wired Network Settings menu will appear.
- Select Network Settings, the press the OK button twice to cycle the setting from “Automatic” to “Manual” and back to “Automatic.”
- Select Apply & Save. The AVR will attempt to connect to the network.
- If the AVR again fails to connect to the network, you may need to enter your network’s settings manually. See Network Settings (under General AVR Settings), on page 40, for complete instructions. You may need to obtain your network’s settings from your ISP or network administrator.
What options appear in the Wireless Setup menu?
The following options appear in the Wireless Setup menu:
- Search AP: Select this option to display and select the wireless network you wish to join.
- Information: Select this option to display the settings information for the active wireless network. This screen is informational only – you cannot make changes in the network settings from it.
- iPod Network Setup: Selecting this option lets you use your portable device with iOS 5 or later to automatically have the AVR join the same wireless network to which the device is already connected.
- AVR AP Mode: This option provides an alternate method for connecting to a wireless network without using the AVR’s on-screen display.
What are the steps for using your iOS 5 device to join the wireless network?
- Make sure that your iOS 5 device is joined with the wireless network you want the AVR to join.
- Connect your iOS 5 device to the AVR’s front-panel USB port.
- The iPod Network Setup option described in Step 2, above, will become available. Select it.
- The AVR will automatically join the network without requiring further input from you.
How do I adjust the volume?
Adjust the volume either by turning the front-panel Volume knob (clockwise to increase volume or counterclockwise to decrease volume) or by pressing the Volume Up/Down buttons on the remote. The volume is displayed as a negative number of decibels (dB) below the OdB reference point (-90dB – +10dB).
What is the maximum recommended volume for the AVR?
0dB is the maximum recommended volume for your AVR. Although it’s possible to turn the volume to a higher level, doing so may damage your hearing and your speakers.
How do I change the volume level display from the default decibel scale to a 0-to-90 scale?
Adjust the Volume Units setting in the System Settings menu, as described in System Settings, on page 39.
How do I mute the sound?
To mute all speakers and the headphones, press the Mute button on the remote.
What are the Dolby Volume settings?
| Setting | Effect |
|---|---|
| Off | No Dolby Volume processing |
| Low | Only Dolby Volume Modeler module is active |
| Medium | Both Modeler and Leveler modules are active; Leveler module has a value of 3 |
| Max | Both Modeler and Leveler modules are active; Leveler module has a value of 9 |
How do I select a source?
There are three different ways to select a source:
- Press the front-panel Source List button. Use the Up/Down buttons to scroll through the sources, and press the OK button to select the source being displayed.
- Using the on-screen menus, press the AVR button, highlight “Source Select” and press the OK button. Scroll to the desired source in the slide-in menu and press the OK button.
- You can directly select any source by pressing its Source Selector button on the remote.
What should I check if there is no picture?
- Check the source selection and video input assignment.
- Check all connections for a loose or incorrect connection.
- Check the video input selection on the TV/display device.
- Press the front-panel Resolution button and use the Up/Down buttons until the correct video output resolution is selected and a picture appears. The CANCEL message will also appear. Press the Down button to view the ACCEPT option, then press the OK button.
How do I troubleshoot HDMI connections?
- Turn off all devices (including the TV, the AVR and any source components).
- Unplug the HDMI cables, starting with the cable between the AVR and the TV, and continuing with the cables between the AVR and each source device.
- Carefully reconnect the cables from the source devices to the AVR. Connect the cable from the AVR to the TV last.
- Turn on the devices in this order: TV, AVR, source devices.
How do I listen to FM and AM Radio?
Select the Radio source. Use the Up/Down buttons or the Remote’s Channel buttons to tune a station as displayed on the front panel and on-screen display. The AVR defaults to automatic tuning, meaning each press of the Up/Down buttons scans up or down the frequency band until a station with acceptable signal strength is found. To switch to manual tuning, in which each press of the Up/Down buttons steps through a single tuning frequency increment, press the remote’s Menu button. A slide-in menu will appear. Select “Mode,” and press the OK button to toggle between automatic and manual tuning modes. Once you have tuned an FM station, toggling the Mode setting also switches the radio between stereo and monaural reception. To tune to a preset station:
- Press the Left/Right buttons.
- Press the skip forward/skip backward Transport Control buttons.
- Press the Menu button and scroll to the desired preset, then press the OK button.
- Enter the preset number using the Number buttons.
What types of media are compatible for listening via a USB Device?
Your AVR is compatible with MP3 and WMA media.
What are the steps to listen to music from an iPod/iPhone/iPad device?
Connect a compatible Apple iPod, iPhone or iPad to the front-panel USB port. Use the AVR’s remote to control audio playback. To navigate the Apple device’s menu structure on your video display, press the AVR button on the AVR’s remote. Use the Up/Down and Left/Right buttons and the OK button to navigate the menu. The top line of the video display will show “USB.”
What should I do if the AVR does not recognize the player?
Make sure that the Apple device is unlocked, and that its volume is turned up.
How can I listen to vTuner (Internet Radio)?
Select Network as the source, and VTUNER on the source menu. The Vtuner menu will appear on your TV screen. Use the Up/Down/Left/Right and OK buttons on the AVR’s remote to navigate the V Tuner menu.
What can you do with the Vtuner Menu?
- Browse stations by location, genre, podcast or new stations.
- Search for stations by name.
- Add stations to your Favorites list.
- Display detailed information about the station, such as the audio format, bit rate and reliability.
- Tune to an assigned station
How do I listen to media via my home network?
To listen to content stored on DLNA-compatible devices connected to your home network, you must first set up the AVR to join your network. Then select Network as the source. To access compatible media files on the network, the DLNA-compatible devices must be turned on. If a device is not turned on when you select Network as the source, the AVR will display a “No Server” message. After a moment, the AVR will display a list of DLNA-compatible media servers located on the network. Select a server to browse its folders and files. Use the Up/Down and Left/Right buttons to select folders and files, and press the OK button to begin playback.
How do I control playback?
Control playback using the AVR’s remote.
What are the steps to select a surround mode?
- Press the Surround Modes button on the front panel or the remote. The Surround Modes menu will appear on screen.
- Use the Up/Down buttons to highlight a surround-mode category: Auto Select, Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie, Music or Game.
- To change the surround mode for the selected category, press the OK button when the menu line is highlighted and use the Up/Down buttons to select one of the available surround-mode options.
- Press the OK button; or press the Back/Exit button to exit the Surround Modes menu and display the next higher menu in the hierarchy.
Where can I find explanations of the different surround-sound options available on your AVR?
Appendix Table A12 contains detailed explanations of the different surround-sound options available on your AVR.
How do I adjust the audio effects?
Press the Audio Effects button on the front panel or the remote to display the Audio Effects submenu.
What can you adjust from the Audio Effects submenu?
- Dolby Volume setting
- PLIIz Height Gain
- Tone Control
- Treble
- Bass
- LFE Trim
- EZSet/EQ
How do I select a video mode?
The Video Modes submenu lets you select a number of viewing options that may improve the picture. These modes are designed to improve the picture quality in different viewing situations. The options are:
| Mode | Adjusts |
|---|---|
| Sharpness | The sharpness of detail in the picture |
| Contrast | The difference between the brightest and darkest parts of the picture |
| Brightness | The overall brightness of the picture |
| Saturation | The color intensity of the picture |
| Hue | The color balance of the picture |
How do I adjust the video modes?
- Press the Video Modes button on the front panel or the remote. The Video Modes submenu will appear on screen.
- Use the OK button to highlight the setting you wish to adjust.
- Use the Up/Down or Left/Right buttons to adjust the setting to your preference.
- Press the Back/Exit button to clear the menus from view.
How do I enhance sound clarity?
Enhance sound clarity by using the surround-sound modes to create a virtual surround effect with only two speakers. (To use a surround mode, see Selecting a Surround Mode, on page 34.) You can also use Logic 7 Cinema mode and the Harman Virtual Speaker surround mode.
How do I activate the Dolby Pro Logic IIz processor?
The Dolby Pro Logic IIz processor is activated automatically when you configure your system as described in Setup Source, on page 26.
Where can I make additional bass, treble and LFE Trim adjustments?
Additional bass, treble and LFE Trim adjustments can be made to fine-tune the sound. To adjust these settings, press the Audio Effects button to display the Audio Effects submenu.
Where can I make Dolby Volume and Dolby PLII/PLIIx/PLIIz adjustments?
Dolby Volume and Dolby PLII/PLIIx/IIz adjustments can also be made from the Audio Effects submenu.
What does the System menu do?
The System menu lets you make adjustments to the basic AVR functions.
How do I access the System menu?
To access the System menu, press the AVR button to display the Main Menu, then select System from the Main Menu list.
What are the System Menu options?
- General Settings
- Network Settings
- Software Version
- Signal Information
- Remote Control IR
- Dolby Volume Calibration
- Volume Units
What are the General Settings options?
- Name Device
- Auto Standby
- HDMI CEC Control
- ARC Mode
How can I play files from a USB device?
- Insert the USB drive into the AVR’s front-panel USB port.
- Select the USB Source Selector button on the remote. “USB” will appear on the front-panel display, and the USB screen and the slide-in menu will appear.
- Select “Browse USB.” The AVR will list the folders located on the drive.
- Select a folder and press the OK button. The AVR will list all compatible audio files.
- Select a file to begin playback. The USB play screen will appear. Any ID3 information and album art will be displayed, along with the track’s elapsed/current time and icons indicating the current playback status.
Is it OK to connect a personal computer or peripheral to the USB port?
No. USB hubs and multi-card readers are not supported.
How can I listen to an iPod/iPhone/iPad Device?
- Connect an iPod, iPhone or iPad device to the AVR’s front-panel USB port.
- Play audio files through your high-quality audio system.
- Operate the iPod, iPad or iPhone using the AVR remote or the AVR’s front-panel controls.
- View navigation messages on the AVR’s front panel or a connected video display.
- Charge the iPod, iPad or iPhone.
How can I ensure compatibility for my iPod, iPhone, or iPad?
See our Web site: http://www.harmankardon.com for the latest compatibility information.
How can I start playing from my iPod, iPhone, or iPad?
Press the USB source selector button on the remote until the front-panel display’s “iPod” is the source. The iPod screen will appear and the slide-in menu will automatically appear.
What controls are available during normal iPod, iPhone, and iPad playback via the USB port?
| iPod or iPhone Function | Remote Control Key |
|---|---|
| Play | Play |
| Pause | Pause |
| Menu | Menu |
| Back/Exit | Back/Exit or Left Arrow |
| Select | OK or Right Arrow |
| Scroll Reverse | Up Arrow |
| Scroll Forward | Down Arrow |
| Forward Search | Forward Search |
| Reverse Search | Reverse Search |
| Next Track | Skip Forward or Right Arrow |
| Previous Track | Skip Backward or Left Arrow |
| Page Up/Down | Page Up/Down |
How can I scroll faster when using the remote?
While scrolling, hold the button to scroll faster. Use the Page Up/Down control on the remote to scroll a page at a time.
What information is shown on the front-panel Message display during iPod, iPhone, and iPad playback?
While a selection is playing, the album, artist, song title, track elapsed time, total track time and play mode icon will appear.
What happens if a video monitor is connected to the AVR?
If a video monitor is connected to the AVR and the system is not in iPod manual mode, an iPod screen will appear and display the play mode icon, song title, artist and album. A graphic bar indicates the current play position within the track. If random or repeat play has been programmed, an icon will appear in the upper right corner.
Will the iPod screen remain in view?
The screen may disappear from view, depending on the Setup and Slide-In Menus setting in the System Settings menu. You can restore the Now Playing screen to view by pressing either of the Left or Right buttons.
Is it safe to leave the display on for extended periods of time?
It is strongly recommended that you use the screen saver built into your video display to avoid possible damage from “burn-in” that may occur with plasma and many CRT displays when a still image, such as a menu screen, remains on the display for an extended period of time.
What options are available in the slide-out menu?
- Music: Select this to navigate the audio materials stored on the iPod, iPad or iPhone. Use the Page up/down buttons on the remote to scroll through the content a page at a time.
- Repeat Music: Select this setting to repeat a track or all tracks in the current album or playlist. Each press of the OK button switches the setting: repeat Off, repeat One or repeat All.
- Shuffle Music: Select this setting to play all the available songs in random order. Each press of the OK button switches the setting: shuffle by Song, shuffle by Album, or Off to end shuffle playback.
Can the AVR override the iTunes Shuffle mode?
No, the iTunes application allows you to exempt some tracks from Shuffle mode. The AVR cannot override this setting.
How can I listen to vTuner (Internet Radio)?
Your AVR’s Network connection brings you a world of MP3- and WMA-format streams via the Internet. After you have successfully connected to your home network and set up the network, press the Network Source Selector button on the remote. Each press toggles between the Network and vTuner screens.
How do I select a stream in vTuner?
With the vTuner screen displayed, the AVR will automatically connect to the Internet via the http://www.radioharmankardon.com portal. To select a stream, press the Menu button, and use the Up/Down buttons to search by category: Presets, My Favourites, Added Stations, Location, Genre, Podcasts by Location, Podcasts by Genre, New Stations, Most Popular Stations, Recently Played and Search.
What should I do if I’m unable to access the specific category displayed?
The categories displayed may vary by region.
How do I create a Favourites list for vTuner?
To create a Favourites list, log onto http://www.radioharmankardon.com from your computer. Enter your AVR’s Mac address as its ID # and create an account. Favourites that you select on the Web site will be available on the AVR.
How can I navigate in vTuner?
Navigation is similar to other slide-in menus. Scroll to the desired item and press the OK button to select it. To return to the previous menu level (or to clear the top-level menu from view), press the Back/Exit button or the Left button.
What if I know the URL of a specific audio stream?
If you know the URL (Web address) of a specific audio stream, select the Direct Station option from the menu. A live stream is required. The AVR is not able to connect to streams that require site registration or other interaction prior to playing the stream. If the AVR cannot connect to the stream, a “Station Not Live” message will appear briefly, and the Internet Radio screen will remain essentially blank. Not all URLs will be accessible.
How can I listen to Media via Your Home Network?
Your AVR is DLNA-compatible and can access MP3 and WMA audio media that is stored on other DLNA-compatible devices that are connected to the same network as your AVR.
What is DLNA?
DLNA is a file sharing protocol that creates a bridge between the AVR and other devices on the same network that contain audio media. DLNA is supported by PCs that have Windows Media Player, Windows Media Center or Intel Media Server file sharing. Apple computers can also share files via DLNA using HARMAN Music Manager software, which can be downloaded without charge from http://www.harmankardon.com. (Third-party software that enables DLNA file-sharing also is available.)
What MP3 compatibility does the PDF support?
Mono or stereo, contstant bit rates (CBR) from 8kbps to 320kbps, variable bit rates (VBR) from lowest to highest quality, with sample rates from 8kHz – 48kHz.
What WMA compatibility does the PDF support?
Ver. 9.2, stereo CBR with 32kHz – 48kHz sampling rate and 40kbps-192kbps bit rate, mono CBR with 8kHz – 16kHz sampling rate and 5kbps – 16kbps bit rate, VBR Pass Encoding and Quality Encoding 10 – 98, 44kHz and 48kHz sampling rate.
How can I access files located on other devices via the network?
Before you can access files located on other devices via the network, each device must first give permission to share files with the AVR:
How can I share media on PCs?
- Open Windows Media Player.
- Open the Library menu and select Media Sharing. The Media Sharing window will appear.
- Check the “Share My Media” box. An icon for the AVR will appear in the window.
- Select the AVR icon, select “Allow,” then select “OK.”
What media should now be available to the AVR?
The computer’s WMA and MP3 media should now be available to the AVR.
What about sharing media on other types of computers, operating systems or media software?
Check the instructions for the computer, operating system or media player.
How do I listen to shared media?
To listen to shared media, press the Network Source Selector button. (If vTuner appears as the source, press the button a second time to switch from the Internet Radio source to the Network source.) The Network screen will appear.
What happens after I press the Menu button?
Press the Menu button, and the slide-in menu should list by name all devices that allow sharing. Use the slide-in menu to browse the content stored in the device’s media player library. Scroll to the desired item and press the OK button to select it. To return to the previous menu level (or to clear the menu from view from the top level), press the Back/Exit button or the Left button.
Can I play video content from the network connection?
Although video content may appear in the menu, the AVR does not support video playback from the network connection.
How can I select a surround mode?
Selecting a surround mode can be as simple or sophisticated as your individual system and tastes. Feel free to experiment, and you may find a few favorites for certain sources or program types. You can find more detailed information on surround modes in Audio Processing and Surround Sound.
To select a surround mode, press the Surround Modes button (front panel or remote). The Surround Modes menu will appear.
What Surround Modes are available?
- Auto Select – AVR Selects Best Mode
- Virtual Surround – For Two Speaker Systems
- Stereo:
- 2 CH Stereo
- Movie:
- Logic 7 Movie
- Music:
- Logic 7 Music
- Video Game:
- Logic 7 Game
What should I do after selecting my surround mode?
Press the Up/Down buttons repeatedly until the desired surround-mode category appears: Auto Select, Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie, Music or Video Game. Press the OK button to change the surround-mode category. After you have made your selection, press the Back/Exit button.
How does Auto Select work?
For digital programs, such as a movie recorded with a Dolby Digital or DTS soundtrack, the AVR will automatically use the soundtrack’s native surround format. For two-channel analog and PCM programs, the AVR uses the Logic 7 Movie, Logic 7 Music or Logic 7 Game mode, depending on the source.
How does Virtual Surround work?
When only two main speakers are present in the system, you can use HARMAN Virtual Surround to create an enhanced soundfield that virtualizes the missing speakers. Select between Wide and Reference modes.
How does Stereo mode work?
When you want two-channel playback, select the number of speakers you want to use for playback:
- “2 CH Stereo” uses two speakers.
- “5 CH Stereo” plays the left-channel signal through the front left and surround left speakers, the right-channel signal through the front right and surround right speakers, and a summed mono signal through the center speaker.
- “7 CH Stereo” follows the same scheme as 5 CH Stereo but adds the surround back left and surround back right speakers. This mode is available only when the surround back speakers are present and have not been reassigned to multizone or front height operation.
What is the procedure for the Audio Effects Button?
To adjust other audio settings, such as the tone controls, press the Audio Effects button to display the Audio Effects menu. You can also access the menu by pressing the Info button and selecting Audio Effects. Each source has its own independent Audio Effects settings.
What options are available in the Audio Effects Menu?
*Dolby Volume *PLIIz Height Gain *Edit Dolby PLII/Dolby PLIIx Music *Tone Control *Treble *Bass *LFE Trim *EZSET/EQ
What is Dolby Volume?
Dolby Volume processing and its benefits. Refer to the table on that page for an explanation of each of the Dolby Volume settings.
What is PLIIz Height Gain?
When you have set the Assigned Amp to Front Height, the PLIIz Height Gain setting will become available. The front height channels can greatly improve the spatial experience of a surround-sound system. Some listeners may want the depth and dimension that height channels provide, but from a seemingly transparent experience. Other listeners may prefer to accentuate the front height channels by using a higher volume setting.
The PLIIz Height Gain control gives you the ability to change the volume of the front height channels to suit different programs. The control has three settings: Low (normal volume), Mid (moderate volume increase) and High (maximum volume increase). Note that you can also fine-tune the front height channel volume levels.
What are the options for Edit Dolby PLII/Dolby PLIIx Music?
Some additional settings are available for the Dolby Pro Logic II modes. When the Dolby Pro Logic II or IIx Music modes have been selected, choose the “Edit Dolby PLII/IIx Music” submenus to adjust the Center Width, Dimension and Panorama settings.
What are the options for Center Width?
This setting affects how vocals sound through the three front speakers. A lower number focuses the vocal information tightly on the center channel. Higher numbers (up to 7) broaden the vocal soundstage. Use the Left/Right buttons to adjust.
What are the options for Dimension?
This setting affects the depth of the surround presentation, allowing you to “move” the sound toward the front or rear of the room. The setting of “0” is a neutral default. Setting “F-3” moves the sound toward the front of the room, while setting “R-3” moves the sound toward the rear. Use the Left/Right buttons to adjust it.
What are the options for Panorama?
With the Panorama mode turned on, some of the sound from the front speakers is moved to the surround speakers, creating an enveloping “wraparound” effect. Each press of the OK button toggles the setting On or Off.
What are the options for Tone Control?
This setting determines whether the treble and bass controls are active. When it’s set to Off, the tone controls are out of the circuit, with no changes to the sound. When it’s set to On, the bass and treble controls are in the circuit.
What are the options for Treble/Bass?
These settings boost or cut the treble or bass frequencies by up to 10dB. Use the Left/Right buttons to change the setting. The default setting is OdB, at the center of the bar.
What is LFE Trim?
This setting attenuates the loudness of the LFE signal to the subwoofer. The setting defaults to the maximum of OdB. Press the Left/Right buttons to reduce the level by up to 10dB; the setting will appear as a negative number.
When is LFE Trim effective?
This setting is effective only when a dedicated LFE-channel signal is present in the source material.
What is EZ Set/EQ?
This setting activates or deactivates the equalization settings obtained when the EzSet/EQ II process was run. The settings are saved for reactivation at a later listening session.
What happens when I finish making adjustments?
Press the Audio Effects button or the Back/Exit button.
What is Video Processing?
The AVR’s video processor automatically provides the best picture based on the capabilities of your video display and the incoming source video. You may experiment with the Video Modes menu adjustments to try to improve the picture further.
Adjust your video display’s picture settings before adjusting the AVR’s Video Modes settings.
How do I access the Video Modes screen?
Access the picture settings from the Video Modes menu. Press the Video Modes button, and the Video Modes screen will appear. You can also access the menu by pressing the Info button and selecting Video Modes.
What Video Modes are available?
*Video Mode *Advanced Video Settings
What is the purpose of Video Mode settings?
The default setting of Off passes the video signal through to the display with only basic video processing. (NOTE: Video scaling cannot be turned off, but selecting the HDMI Bypass mode in the Info menu for a source connected to one of the HDMI Input connectors passes the video signal directly from the HDMI input connector to the HDMI Monitor Out connector, bypassing all video processing.)
Select one of these processing options to optimize the picture for the current program by applying adjustments to the brightness, contrast, color and sharpness:
- Sports: For sporting events.
- Nature: For programs shot outdoors, in a natural setting.
- Movie: For movies and many television broadcasts.
- Custom: Lets you adjust the picture settings manually.
How do I adjust the Custom Picture Settings?
Set the Video Mode to Custom to display the picture settings.
*Video Mode *Advanced Video Settings
What can be adjusted on the Video Modes screen?
The Brightness, Contrast, Color and Sharpness settings will appear as sliders with values ranging from 0 to 100. The default setting for each adjustment is 50. Use the Left/Right buttons to change each setting’s value.
How do I adjust the color intensity setting on your TV?
With a color-bar test pattern from a test disc or other source on the TV screen, you can make the following adjustments:
- The color intensity setting on your TV.
- Color adjustments using the color bars, which may be (left to right) black, white, yellow, cyan (turquoise), green, magenta, red, blue, black.
- The color transition, seen as sharp separation of the bars.
- The performance of the color circuits in your TV (with video signals); bar edges should show no vertical crawling dots.
How do I use the gray scale and the black/white fields in the test pattern?
Use the gray scale and the black/white fields in the test pattern to adjust the brightness and contrast.
How do I make a Brightness Adjustment?
- Turn down the color control on your TV until the color bars appear in black and white.
- Adjust the Contrast to the lowest level where you still can see all gray-scale bars separately and clearly.
- Adjust the Brightness so that the bars in the gray scale are all visible. The bar farthest to the left has to be as black as possible rather than gray, but the next gradation must clearly be distinct from it. The bars in the gray scale should gradually and evenly change from black to white.
How do I make a Contrast Adjustment?
- Adjust the contrast on your TV until you see a bright white bar in the lower right corner of the screen and a deep, dark, black bar to the left.
- If the brightness of the white bar no longer increases when the Contrast is turned up or the borders of white letters bloom (overlight) into the black areas (drastically decreasing the sharpness of the letters), the contrast has been turned up too much. Reduce the Contrast until these effects disappear and the video still looks realistic.
- If you are watching TV with ambient daylight, adjust the contrast so that a normal video picture looks the same as the surroundings in your room; that way the eye is relaxed when watching the TV picture. Reduce the setting when the surrounding light is dimmed to improve the sharpness of the picture.
- The gray scale in the middle line should retain the same distinction between each bar as before the contrast adjustment. If not, repeat both Step 3 of the Brightness Adjustment and the Contrast Adjustment.
How do I make a Color Adjustment?
- When the brightness and contrast are set optimally, adjust the Color control. Set the level so that the colors look strong but still natural, not overdone. If the color level is too high, depending on the TV, some of the bars will seem wider or the color intensity will not increase when the control is turned up. Test the color intensity with a video of pictures of faces, flowers, fruit and vegetables.
- Refer to a large white bar in your test pattern to tweak the warmth of the picture using the Tint control on your TV.
How do I adjust the sharpness of my picture?
Contrary to intuition, the picture will appear sharper and clearer with the sharpness backed off from the maximum setting. Reduce the Sharpness setting on your television, and the setting on the AVR, if necessary, to minimize the appearance of any white lines between the bars in the gray-scale portion of the test screen.
What are Advanced Video Settings?
When the video mode is set to Custom, you can select this to display the Advanced Video Modes submenu.
What are Advanced Video Modes?
- Noise Reduction
- MPEG Noise Reduction
- Cross Color Suppressor
- Film Mode Detect
How can I reduce signal noise?
Adjust Noise Reduction to Low, Medium or High to filter out signal noise.
How can I reduce distortion in my video?
MPEG Noise Reduction is designed to address two specific types of video distortion: mosquito noise and blocking artifacts. If you see haziness or shimmering around the edges of objects or the scrolling credits in a film, or if the image appears to "pixelate” into blocks, change the MPEG Noise Reduction setting from Off to Low, Medium or High.
How can I remove cross color artifacts?
Turn Cross Color Suppressor on to remove cross color artifacts, which can occur when high-frequency luminance (brightness) signals are misinterpreted as chrominance (color) signals, causing unwanted flickering, flashing colors or rainbow patterns. This setting is not available when you are using HDMI sources or when no video signal is present.
How does Film Mode Detect work?
Film Mode Detect is accessible only when the Deinterlacing setting is turned on. It compensates for the different frame rates in which film and video are shot. Film is shot at a rate of 24 frames per second (progressive scan), while video is shot at slightly less than 60 frames per second (interlaced). The AVR is able to detect whether the program was originally shot on film and transferred to video (e.g., to create a DVD), and will compensate appropriately for any authoring errors in the conversion. Select a setting of 3:2 (for NTSC materials), 2:2 (for PAL materials), Off or Auto.
How do I manually setup my speakers?
The EzSet/EQ process automatically detects the capabilities of each connected speaker and optimizes the AVR’s performance with your speakers. If you are unable to run EzSet/ EQ calibration, or if you wish to set up your AVR for your speakers manually, use the Manual Speaker Setup on-screen menus.
What do I need to do before beginning the manual speaker setup?
Before beginning, place your loudspeakers as explained in the Place Your Speakers section, and connect them to the AVR. Consult the owner’s guide for the speakers or the manufacturer’s Web site for their frequency-range specification. Although you may set the AVR’s individual channel levels “by ear,” an SPL (sound-pressure level) meter purchased at a local electronics store will provide greater accuracy.
Should I record my configuration settings?
Record your configuration settings in Tables A3 through A12 in the Appendix for easy re-entry after a system reset or after the AVR’s Master Power switch has been turned off or the unit has been unplugged for more than four weeks.
Is there a video resolution requirement when setting up speakers?
When using the AVR’s Manual Speaker Setup menus, select a video output resolution of 720p or higher to view graphics that simplify configuration.
What is Step One in Manual Speaker Setup?
Determine Your Speakers’ Crossover Frequencies
How can I determine my speaker capabilities with EzSet/EQ?
Without using the EzSet/EQ process, the AVR can’t detect how many speakers you’ve connected to it; nor can it determine their capabilities. Consult the technical specifications for all of your speakers and locate the frequency response, usually given as a range, e.g., 100Hz – 20kHz (±3dB). Write down the lowest frequency that each of your speakers is capable of playing (100Hz in the above example) as the crossover.
What is the subwoofer transducer size?
Write down the transducer size. The AVR’s bass management determines which speakers will be used to play back the low-frequency (bass) portion of the source program. Sending the lowest notes to small satellite speakers will result in bad sound and may even damage the speakers. The highest notes may not be heard at all through the subwoofer.
How does AVR bass management work?
With proper bass management, the AVR divides the source signal at a crossover point. All information above that crossover point is played through your system’s speakers, and all information below the crossover point is played through the subwoofer. This way, each loudspeaker in your system will perform at its best, delivering a more powerful and enjoyable sound experience.
What is Step Two in Manual Speaker Setup?
Measure the Speaker Distances
Why is measuring the Speaker Distances important?
Ideally, all of your speakers would be placed in a circle, with the listening position at the center. However, you may have had to place some speakers a little farther away from the listening position than others. Sounds that are supposed to arrive simultaneously from different speakers may blur, due to different arrival times. Your AVR provides a Distance adjustment that compensates for these real-world speaker placement differences.
How do I measure speaker distances?
Measure the distance from each speaker to the listening position, and write it down. Even if all of your speakers are the same distance from the listening position, enter your speaker distances.
What is Step Three in Manual Speaker Setup?
Manual Speaker Setup Menu. Now you are ready to program the receiver. Sit in your usual listening position, and make the room as quiet as possible. With the receiver and video display turned on, press the AVR button to display the menu system. Select the Speaker Setup menu, and then select Manual Setup.
What can I do if I have already run the EzSet/EQ process?
If you have already run the EzSet/EQ process as explained in Configure the AVR for Your Speakers, the AVR saved the results. To fine-tune the EzSet/EQ results, or to configure the AVR from scratch, select Manual Setup.
What options are included in the Speaker Setup Submenus?
- Number of Speakers
- Level Adjust
- Crossover (Size)
- Distance
- Sub Mode
- Reset
Is there a way to save the current settings?
All of the speaker setup submenus include the Back option. To save the current settings, select the Back option.
How can I reconfigure the speakers from scratch?
To reconfigure the speakers from scratch, select the Reset option.
In what order should I adjust the submenus for best results?
For best results, adjust the submenus in this order: Number of Speakers, Crossover (Size), Sub Mode, Distance and Level Adjust.
How does Number of Speakers affect speaker group settings?
This selection lets you program the correct setting for each speaker group. The settings in this menu affect the remainder of the speaker setup process and the availability of various surround modes at any time.
How do I assign settings for a speaker?
Select ON when the speakers are present in the system; select OFF for positions where no speakers are installed. The Front Left & Right setting is always ON and may not be disabled.
What are the Assigned AMP setting options?
The Assigned AMP setting includes four options:
- Surround Back: Select the Surr. Back option if your main system is a 7.1-channel system and you are using surround back left and surround back right speakers.
- Zone 2: Select the Zone 2 option if your main system is a 5.1-channel system and you want to use the Assigned Amp speaker outputs to power speakers in Zone 2.
- Front Height: Select the Front Height option if your main system is a 7.1-channel system and you are using Front Height speakers with Dolby Pro Logic IIz.
- Off: Select Off if you have not connected speakers to the Assigned Amp speaker outputs.
What happens if I set Assigned AMP to “Zone 2?”
When you set Assigned AMP to “Zone 2,” the speakers connected to the Assigned Amp outputs will not be configured during the EzSet/EQ process. Configure the speakers manually.
How do I use the Crossover (Size) setting?
After you return to the Speaker Setup menu, navigate to the Crossover (Size) line and press the OK button to display the Adjust Crossover Frequencies menu.
How do I adjust the Crossover Frequency?
Refer to the speaker chart to see the crossover frequencies that you wrote down for your speakers.
For each speaker group, select one of these eight crossover frequencies: Large, 40Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz or 200Hz. If the speaker’s crossover frequency is below 40Hz, select the first option, “Large.” This setting doesn’t refer to the speaker’s physical size but to its frequency response, which is also called “full range.”
It is recommended that you set the Subwoofer Crossover Frequency to the same frequency you used for the Front Left & Right speaker setting. If you set the Front Left & Right speakers to “Large”, it is recommended that you experiment with different Subwoofer Crossover Frequency settings to find the one that produces the best blend between the subwoofer and Front Left & Right speakers with your system in your room.
What options are available for Sub Mode?
Move the cursor to the Sub Mode line. This setting depends upon the Crossover setting you selected for the front left and right speakers.
- If you set the front speakers to a numeric crossover frequency, the subwoofer setting will always be SUB. All low-frequency information will always be sent to the subwoofer. If you don’t have a subwoofer, either upgrade to full-range front left and right speakers or add a subwoofer at the earliest opportunity.
- If you set the front speakers to LARGE, select one of the three following settings for the subwoofer:
- L/R+LFE: This setting sends all low-frequency information to the subwoofer, including a) information that would normally be played through the front left and right speakers and b) the special low-frequency effects (LFE) channel information.
- OFF: Select this setting when no subwoofer is in use. All low-frequency information will be sent to the front left and right speakers.
- LFE: This setting plays low-frequency information contained in the left and right program channels through the front left and right speakers, and directs only the LFE-channel information to the subwoofer.
How do I set the Speaker Distances?
As described above, when you measured the distances from each of your speakers to the listening position, your AVR provides an adjustment that compensates for the different distances so that the sound from each speaker will reach the listening position at the proper time. This process will improve the clarity and detail of the sound. On the Speaker Setup menu, move the cursor to the Distance line and press the OK button to display the Adjust Speaker Distance menu.
What should I do if I set the Assigned AMP channels to Zone 2?
If you set the Assigned AMP channels to Zone 2, you will not be able to adjust their delay settings.
What is Step Four in setting up Channel Output Levels Manually?
For a conventional stereo receiver, a simple balance control adjusts the stereo imaging by varying the relative loudness of the left and right channels. In a home theater system with up to seven main channels plus up to two subwoofers, achieving proper imaging becomes both more critical and more complex. The goal is to ensure that each channel is heard at the listening position with equal loudness (when signals of equal loudness are played through them).
Your AVR’s EzSet/EQ calibration can handle this critical task for you simply and automatically. However, the AVR’s Adjust Speaker Levels menu allows you to calibrate the levels manually, either using the system’s built-in test tone or while playing source material.
Press the AVR button to display the menu system, and then navigate to the Speaker Setup line. Press the OK button to display the Speaker Setup menu. Select Manual Setup, press the OK button, and then navigate to the Level Adjust line. Press the OK button to display the Adjust Speaker Levels menu.
How can I set channel output levels?
Adjust each speaker so that the meter reads 75dB when the AVR’s built-in test noise is playing. By ear. Adjust the levels so that the test tone sounds equally loud to you when it plays through each speaker.
What test tone settings are available?
To set your levels using the AVR’s internal test tone, select the menu’s Test Tone line and use the OK button to select between Auto and Manual:
Auto: The test tone will automatically circulate to all speakers, as indicated by the highlight bar. Use the Left/Right buttons to adjust the level for any speaker when the test tone is paused there. Use the Up/Down buttons to move the cursor to another line, and the test tone will follow the cursor. To stop the test tone, use the Up/Down buttons to move the cursor out of the screen’s speaker listings area.
Manual: The test tone will stay on the current speaker until you use the Up/Down buttons to move it to another speaker. Use the Left/Right buttons to adjust the level for the speaker through which the test tone is playing.
If you are using an external source to set your output levels, set Test Tone to Off, use the Up/Down buttons to navigate to each speaker, and use the Left/Right buttons to adjust the speaker’s level while the source plays.
Where are the speaker listing default settings?
To reset all levels to their factory defaults of OdB, scroll down to this line at the bottom of the menu and press the OK button.
What’s an important part of using my personal taste while setting individual speaker volumes?
While setting your system’s individual speaker volume levels is ultimately up to your personal taste, here are some ideas you may find helpful:
- For films and video-music programs, your overall goal should be to create an enveloping, realistic sound field that draws you into the film or music program without drawing your attention away from the action on the screen.
- For multichannel music recordings, some music producers will create a sound field that places the musicians all around you; others will create a sound field that places the musicians in front of you, with more subtle ambience in the surround speakers (as you would experience in a concert hall).
- In most 5.1-channel and 7.1-channel film soundtracks, the surround speakers are not intended to be as loud or as active as the front speakers. Adjusting the surround speakers so they are always as loud as the front speakers could make dialogue difficult to understand and will make some sound effects sound unrealistically loud.
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