Harman-Kardon How to Effectively Use Your Harman Kardon AVR 520 Remote Control
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Programming the Remote

The AVR 520 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control not only the receiver’s functions, but also most popular brands of audio and video equipment, includ- ing CD players, cassette decks, TV sets, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers and other home- theater equipment. Once the AVR 520’s remote is programmed with the codes for the products you own, it is possible to eliminate most other remotes and replace them with the convenience of a single, backlit universal remote control.

Programming the Remote

The AVR 520 remote is factory-programmed for all AVR functions, as well as those of most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. In addition, by fol- lowing one of the methods below, you may pro- gram the remote to operate a wide range of devices from other manufacturers.

Direct Code Entry

This method is the easiest way to program your remote to work with different products.

1.Use the tables in the following pages to determine the three-digit code or codes that match both the product type (e.g., VCR, TV) and the specific brand name. If there is more than one number for a brand, make note of the different choices.

2.Turn on the unit you wish to program into the AVR 520 remote.

3.Press and hold both the Input Selector e for the product you wish to control

(e.g., VCR, TV) and the Mute button 43 at the same time. When the Program/SPL Indicator c turns amber and begins flashing, release the buttons. It is important that you begin the next step within 20 seconds.

4.Point the AVR 520’s remote towards the unit to be programmed, and enter the first three- digit code number using the Numeric Keys r. If the unit turns off, the correct code has been entered. Press the Input Selector e again, and note that the red light will flash three times before going dark to con- firm the entry.

5.If the device to be programmed in does NOT turn off, continue to enter three-digit code numbers until the equipment turns off. At this point, the correct code has been entered. Press the Input Selector e again and note that the red light under the

Input Selector will flash three times before going dark to confirm the entry.

6.Try all of the functions on the remote to make certain that the product operates properly. Keep in mind that many manufac- turers use a number of different combina- tions of codes, so it is a good idea to make certain that not only the Power control, but the volume, channel and transport controls work as they should. If functions do not work properly, you may need to use a dif- ferent remote code.

7.If a code cannot be entered to turn the unit off, if the code for your product does not appear in the tables in this manual, or if not all functions operate properly, try programming the remote with the Auto Search Method.

Auto Search Method

If the unit you wish to include in the AVR 520’s remote is not listed in the code tables in this manual or if the code does not seem to operate properly, you may wish to program the correct code using the Auto Search method that follows:

1.Turn on the unit that you wish to include in the AVR 520 remote.

2.Press the Input Selector e for the type of product to be entered (e.g., VCR, TV) and the Mute button 43 at the same time.

Hold both buttons until the red light under the Input Selector e stays lit. Note that the next step must take place while the red light is on, and it must begin within 20 sec- onds after the light appears.

3.Point the AVR 520 remote towards the unit to be programmed, and press either ⁄ or ¤ button n. Each press will send out a series of codes from the remote’s built-in database. When the unit being programmed turns off, release ⁄/¤ button n, as that is your indication that the correct code is

in use.

4.Press the Input Selector e, and note that the red light under the Input Selector will flash three times before going dark to confirm the entry.

5.Try all of the functions on the remote to make certain that the product operates. Keep in mind that many manufacturers use a number of different combinations of codes, and it is a good idea to make certain that not only the Power control works, but

also the volume, channel and transport con- trols, as appropriate. If all functions do not work properly, you may need to Auto- Search for a different code, or enter a code via the Direct Code Entry method.

Code Readout

When the code has been entered using the Auto Search method, it is always a good idea to find out the exact code so that it may be easily reentered if necessary. You may also read the codes to verify which device has been pro- grammed to a specific Control Selector button.

1.Press and hold both the Input Selector e for the device you wish to find the code for and the Mute button 43 at the same time. Note that the Program/SPL Indicator c will initally turn amber. Release the buttons and begin the next step within 20 seconds.

2.Press the Set button p. The Program/SPL Indicator c will then blink green in a sequence that corresponds to the three-digit code, with a one-second pause between each digit. Count the number of blinks between each pause to determine the digit of the code. One blink is the number 1, two blinks is the number 2, and so forth. Ten blinks are used to indicate a “0.”

Example: One blink, followed by a one-second pause, followed by six blinks, followed by a one-second pause, followed by ten blinks indi- cates that the code has been set to 160.

For future reference enter the Setup Codes for the equipment in your system here:

DVD ____________ CD ________________

VID1/VCR ________ VID2/TV __________

VID3/CBL ________ VID3/SAT__________

VID4 ____________ TAPE ____________

Learning Codes

In addition to using codes from the remote’s internal code library, the AVR 520’s remote is able to “learn”codes from remotes that may not be in the code library. In addition, you may use this function to “learn over” the codes from a preprogrammed device to add functions not included in the preprogrammed codes. To learn or transfer codes from an IR remote to the AVR 520’s remote, follow these steps:

1. Place the front of the original remote with

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Contents AVR 520 Audio/ Video Receiver AVR 520 Audio/ Video Receiver Introduction Description and FeaturesMultiple digital inputs and outputs On-screen menu and display systemImportant Safety Information Safety InformationUnpacking Front Panel Controls DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete Main Information Display ˜ into the AVR 520’s memoryFront Panel Controls Front Panel Information Display Main Information Display Z Mute IndicatorDigital soundtrack has been selected Front Panel Information Display ‚ 8-Channel Direct Inputs When an § DVD Audio Inputs · AC Power Cord ¶ CD InputsRear Panel Connections ∞ Subwoofer OutputRear Panel Connections See pages 42-43 for a list of these functions Main Remote Control FunctionsOFF Dialog center channel intelligibility at low volume levelsPreset Up/Down When the tuner is Zone II Remote Control Functions Audio Equipment Connections System InstallationConnect the analog output of a CD player to the CD Inputs ¶ Video Equipment ConnectionsSystem and Power Connections Installation and ConnectionsSpeaker Selection and Placement System ConfigurationSpeaker Placement Plug the AC Power Cord · into an unswitched AC outlet System SetupUsing the On-Screen Display Making Configuration AdjustmentsSurround Setup Input SetupTo return to the Master menu Surround Button p Speaker SetupIf no subwoofer is connected to Delay SettingsUsing EzSet Output Level AdjustmentAdditional Input Adjustments AVR 520 off using the Main Power SwitchOperation Surround Mode ChartIn-phase material of the left and right channels No delay availableMedium sized Hall 2 concert hall VMAx Near VMAx FarSurround Mode Selection Volume ControlBasic Operation Turning the AVR 520 On or OffDolby Digital Digital Audio PlaybackSelecting a Digital Source Addition to the bitstream indicators, Digital Status IndicatorsNight Mode PCM Audio Playback Tuner OperationMP3 Audio Playback Station SelectionPreset Tuning Output Level Trim AdjustmentRecalling Preset Stations Tape RecordingChannel/8-Channel Direct Input Memory BackupTurn-On Volume Level Advanced FeaturesTo enter this setting Semi-OSD SettingsFull-OSD Time-Out Adjustment Installation Multiroom SetupMultiroom Operation Multiroom OperationLearning Codes Programming the RemoteAVR 520 Remote Programming the RemoteErasing Learned Codes Macro ProgrammingMode Selector/Channel Down Button k Erasing Macro CommandsWithin ten seconds, press the Surround Programmed Device FunctionsChannel Control Punch-Through Volume Punch-ThroughTransport Control Punch-Through Reassigning Device Control Selectors Resetting the Remote MemoryPress the 3 Button r three times Function List Preset Down Preset UpClear Tune DownSetup Code Table TV 044 100 107 115 154 160 167 168 011 030 033176 031Setup Code Table VCR 074 078 086 166125 150 167 172 026 037 039Setup Code Table CD 036 056 057 064 065 089 090 091 092 096 099 104 212 038 045 046 171 175 202 203075 109 119 158 183 204 051 138 149 209Setup Code Table Audio Setup Code Table TapeSetup Code Table DVD Setup Code NumberSetup Code Table SAT Setup Code Table CBL 101 207 112 213072 186 018 047 048Processor Reset Troubleshooting GuideInformation from nonencoded programs Lights, motors or other electrical appliancesTechnical Specifications Harman Kardon, Incorporated Part No. J90200022100
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