Harman-Kardon Harman Kardon AVR 154 Connections and Specifications Manual
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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.

Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs: Use two- conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct speaker. Remember to observe the correct polarity (positive and negative connections). Always connect the positive lead to the colored terminal on the receiver and the red terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative lead to the black terminal on both the receiver and the speaker. See the Connections section for more information on connecting your speakers.

Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwoofer with a line-level input, connect it to this jack.

Video 1, Video 2 and DVD Audio/Video Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect your video-capable source components (e.g., VCR, DVD player, cable TV box) to the receiver.

NOTE: If a source is HDMI-capable, it is preferable to connect it to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs. If HDMI is not available on the source, then select one of the following types of video connection for each source device, in order of preference: component video, S-video or composite video.

See the Connections section for more information on audio and video connection options.

Video 1 Audio/Video Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect your VCR or another recorder.

Composite and S-Video Monitor Outputs: If any of your sources use composite or S-video connections, connect one or both of these monitor outputs to the corresponding inputs on your television or video display.

CD and Tape Audio Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect audio-only source components (e.g., CD player, tape deck). Do not connect a turntable to these jacks unless you are using it with a phono preamp.

Tape Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect a CDR or another audio-only recorder.

Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Inputs: If your source has a compatible digital audio output, connect it to one of these jacks for improved audio performance. Use only one type of digital audio connection for each source.

Coaxial Digital Audio Output: If a source is also a digital audio recorder, connect the coaxial digital audio output to the recorder’s coaxial digital input.

AUX Input: Enjoy audio from an iPod (not included), CD player or other portable player by connecting its headphone jack to this input using a 1/8" stereo mini-plug cable (not included). Video and still-image playback are not available at this input.

6-Channel Analog Audio Inputs: Connect the multichannel analog audio outputs of a DVD-Audio, SACD™, Blu-ray Disc™ or HD-DVD™player (or any other external decoder) to these jacks.

Component Video Inputs: If both your video source (e.g., DVD player or HDTV tuner) and your television or video display have analog component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, then you may connect the component video outputs of your source to one of the two component video inputs. Do not make any other video connections to that source.

Component Video Monitor Outputs: If you are using either of the Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is component-video-capable, connect these jacks to the corresponding inputs on your video display. In addition, connect the composite and/or S-video monitor outputs to your video display to view the AVR 154’s on-screen menu displays.

HDMI™ Inputs and Output: HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a newer type of connection for transmitting digital audio and video signals between devices. Although the AVR 154 is not capable of processing HDMI signals, if your video display is HDMI-capable, connect up to three HDMI sources here, and then connect the HDMI Output to your video display for improved video performance. Disable the HDMI audio function of your video display, and make a separate digital audio connection from the source device to one of the AVR’s coaxial or optical digital audio inputs to benefit from the AVR 154’s multichannel audio processing.

NOTE: The AVR 154 does not convert other types of video to HDMI, and you will not be able to view the on-screen displays using the HDMI connection.

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Contents AVR Safety Information Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Information Staple Invoice Here Table of Contents Harman Kardon AVR 154 5.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver IntroductionThank you for choosing Harman Kardon Audio SectionAudio/Video Inputs With S-Video Supplied AccessoriesAudio Inputs Digital Audio InputsPower Indicator This LED has four possible modes FRONT-PANEL ControlsMessage Display Speaker/Channel Remote IR Sensor REAR-PANEL Connections DVD A/V AUX Controls a device connected to the Auxiliary Input Remote Control FunctionsVideo 3 Controls televisions and other video displays Channel Input Selector Press this button to selectPower On AVR SelectorRemote Control Functions Typical Home Theater System Introduction to Home TheaterSurround Modes Multichannel AudioSpeaker Connections Connecting Source Devices to the AVRConnections SubwooferAnalog Audio Audio ConnectionsDigital Audio Video ConnectionsAnalog Video FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See FigureAntennas Is colored red. See FigureSpeaker Placement Step Two Connect the Subwoofer InstallationStep One Connect the Speakers Step Three Connect the AntennasComponent video Connect a DVD, SACD, HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc PlayerConnecting a Component-Video-Equipped Disc Player Connect an Audio/Video Recorder PVR, DVR or TiVoConnecting a Video Recorder Connect a Tape Deck or Any Audio-Only Recorder Connecting a Game Console, Camera or Other DeviceConnect a CD Player or Any Audio-Only Device Connect a Portable Audio PlayerStep Five Connect the Video Display Step Six Plug in AC PowerStep Seven Insert Batteries in Remote Turn on your source device Enter a code from number 1 aboveFor instructions on these advanced programming functions Step Nine Turn On the AVRTwo steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR Using the On-Screen Menu System Initial SetupStep One Determine Speaker Size Step Two Measure Speaker Distances Step Three Manual Setup MenuSpeaker Size Menu Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Speaker Crossover MenuDelay Adjust Menu Step Four Output Level CalibrationMethod A. Using the Remote Control With the Test Tone Method C. Using the Full-OSD MenuStep Five Configure Sources You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiverOperation Audio Input Selection HeadphonesSource Selection Video Input SelectionChannel Direct Inputs Using the TunerWe recommend that you connect this player as follows Recording AUX InputSelecting a Surround Mode Select a Surround Mode RemoteAdvanced Functions Analog Audio SignalsDigital Audio Signals Audio Processing and Surround SoundDolby Surround Settings System Settings Default ModesMode Group Enveloping sound field is desired Mode GroupPanorama adjusts wraparound surround effect 0 orSurround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal DTS StereoPunch-Through Programming Advanced Remote Control FunctionsDim Function To dim the displayMemory Processor ResetResetting the Remote To program, or record a macro, follow these stepsTroubleshooting Guide Appendix VCR, DVR, PVRTable A3 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Appendix Default settings, worksheets, remote product codesTable A2 Source Input Setting Defaults Table A4 Delay Setting DefaultsTable A5 Source Input Settings Table A6 Speaker/Channel SettingsTable A7 Remote Control Codes Table A8 System SettingsTable A9 Remote Control Function List TV VID3PPV Aiwa Table A10 Table A11Table A12 Remote Control Product Codes CD Table A13 Remote Control Product Codes DVDTable A15 Remote Control Product Codes Tape Table A16 Remote Control Product Codes CBLTable A16 AVR 154 Technical Specifications DTS
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AVR 154 specifications

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