User manual HARMAN KARDON AVR 220

[. . . ] AVR 220 Audio/Video Receiver OWNER'S MANUAL ® Power for the Digital Revolution. TM AVR 220 Audio/Video Receiver 3 4 4 5 7 9 11 14 16 18 18 18 19 21 22 24 24 24 25 26 26 26 27 28 29 29 30 31 31 31 31 32 33 33 33 33 34 34 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 39 49 49 50 51 Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front Panel Controls Front Panel Information Display Rear Panel Connections Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections System Configuration Input Setup Surround Setup Delay Settings Speaker Setup Output Level Adjustment Manual Output Level Adjustment Operation Basic Operation Source Selection Surround Mode Chart Surround Mode Selection Digital Audio Playback Selecting a Digital Source Night Mode Tuner Operation Tape Recording Output Level Trim Adjustment 6-Channel Direct Input Advanced Features Display Brightness Turn-On Volume Level Semi-OSD Settings Full-OSD Time Out Settings Programming the Remote Direct Code Entry Auto Search Method Code Readout Macro Programming Programmed Device Functions Punch-Through Programming Volume Punch-Through Channel Control Punch-Through Transport Control Punch-Through Reassigning Device Control Selectors Resetting the Remote Memory Function List Setup Code Tables Troubleshooting Guide Processor Reset Technical Specifications Notes Typographical Conventions In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions have been used. EXAMPLE ­ (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front panel button, or rear panel connection jack EXAMPLE ­ (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front panel information display 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 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 220 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The AVR 220 has been custom-designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and every nuance of musical selections. [. . . ] If the test noise is heard from a channel other than the one shown in the indicator, there is an error in the speaker connections. If this is the case, press the Test Button h TWICE to stop the adjustment. Then, turn the unit off and verify that all speakers are connected to the proper Outputs >fi. · As each channel is set, the channel name and the adjustment offset will appear in the on-screen display (if connected) and the Main Information Display S. While the level is changing, the Program/SPL Indicator c will change colors to reflect the output level in relation to the reference. A red indication shows that the level is too high, while an amber indication shows that the level is too low. When the indicator is green, the level is correct, and the test L SL Figure 6 C NIGHT R LFE SR Output Level Adjustment Output level adjustment is a key part of the configuration process for any surround-sound product. It is particularly important for a Dolby Digital receiver such as the AVR 220, as correct outputs will ensure that you hear sound tracks with the proper directionality and intensity. IMPORTANT NOTE: Listeners are often confused about the operation of the surround channels. While some assume that sound should always be coming from each speaker, most of the time there will be little or no sound in the surround channels. This is because they are only used when a movie director or sound mixer specifically places sound there to create ambience, a special effect or to continue action from the front of the room to the rear. When the output levels are properly set it is normal for surround speakers to operate only occasionally. Artificially increasing the volume to the rear speakers may destroy the illusion of an enveloping sound field that duplicates the way you hear sound in a movie theater or concert hall. Before beginning the output level adjustment process, make certain that all speaker connections have been properly made. The system volume should be set to the level that you will use during a typical listening session. Finally, make certain that the Balance Control * is set to the center "12 o'clock" position. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it possible to quickly and accurately set the AVR 220's output levels without the use of a sound pressure meter, although manual adjustment is also available. However, for the easiest setup, follow these steps while seated in the listening position that will be used most often: 21 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration noise will move to the next channel. Note that the color changes are for your information, but you do not need to adjust anything, as EzSet will do all the work. · While adjustments are being made, the red LED under the AVR Selector f will flash. This is normal, and indicates that EzSet is operating. After the test noise has circulated once through each channel, it will send the tone to each channel once again, to verify the settings. [. . . ] Additional information on the AVR 220, including updated information and user hints, is available from our Web site at www. harmankardon. com. SYMPTOM Unit does not function when Main Power Switch is pushed Display lights, but no sound or picture CAUSE · No AC Power SOLUTION · Make certain AC power cord is plugged into a live outlet · Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled · Make certain that all input and speaker connections are secure · Press Mute button · Turn up volume control · Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section on page 31 so that the display is set to VFD FULL · Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and speaker ends · Contact your local Harman Kardon service center, which you can locate by visiting our Web site at www. harmankardon. com · Select a mode other than Stereo or Dolby 3 Stereo · There is no surround information from mono sources · Check speaker mode configuratioin · The surround decoder may not create center- or rear-channel information from nonencoded programs · Change remote batteries · Press the AVR selector · Make certain front-panel sensor is visible to remote or connect remote sensor · Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent lights, motors or other electrical appliances · Resume play for DVD · Check that Digital Input is selected · Intermittent input connections · Mute is on · Volume control is down Unit turns on, but front-panel display does not light up No sound from any speaker; light around power switch is red · Display brightness is turned off · Amplifier is in protection mode due to possible short · Amplifier is in protection mode due to internal problems · Incorrect surround mode · Input is monaural · Incorrect configuration · Stereo or Mono program material · Weak batteries in remote · Wrong device selected · Remote sensor is obscured · Local interference · Digital audio feed paused No sound from surround or center speakers Unit does not respond to remote commands Intermittent buzzing in tuner Letters flash in the channel indicator display and digital audio stops Processor Reset In the rare case where the unit's operation or the displays seem abnormal, the cause may involve the erratic operation of the system's memory or microprocessor. To correct this problem, first unplug the unit from the AC wall outlet and wait at least three minutes. After the pause, reconnect the AC power cord and check the unit's operation. [. . . ]