Harman-Kardon Essential Guide to Speaker Setup for the AVR 5000 Harman Kardon Stereo Receiver

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System Configuration

Speaker Setup

This menu tells the AVR5000 which type of speakers are in use. This is important as it adjusts the settings that determine which speak- ers receive low frequency (bass) information. For each of these settings use the LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular position are tradi- tional full-range loudspeakers that are capable of reproducing sounds below 100Hz. Use the SMALL setting for smaller, frequency-limited satellite speakers that do not reproduce sounds below 100Hz. Note that when “small” front (left and right) speakers are used, a subwoofer is required to reproduce low frequency sounds. If you are in doubt as to which category describes your speakers, consult the specifications in the speakers’ owner’s manual, or ask your dealer. Remember that the speaker setup must be made individually for each input of the AVR5000.

It is best to select the Dolby Pro Logic mode for making the speaker setup. You should note the surround mode you´ve associated with the select- ed input, select the Dolby Pro Logic mode and after the speaker setup was made with that input, reset to the surround mode formerly selected. Note that with the currently selected input all settings will be copied to other surround modes too (as far as possible) and need not be repeated with any other mode (but with each input used).

1.It is easiest to enter the proper settings for the speaker setup through the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5). If that menu is not alredy on your screen from the prior adjustments, press the OSD button Lto bring up the

MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and then press the ¤ button Dtwice so that the cursor is on the SPEAKER SETUP line. At this point, press the Set button Fto bring up the SPEAKER SETUP menu

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2.When the SPEAKER SETUP menu appears, the on-screen cursor will be at the top of the list of speaker positions, pointing toward the LEFT/RIGHT line, which sets the con- figuration for the front left and right speakers. If you wish to make a change to the front speakers

configuration, press the /buttons E so that either LARGE or SMALL appears, matching the appropriate description from the definitions shown above.

When SMALL is selected, low frequency front channel sounds will be sent only to the subwoofer output. Note that if you choose this option and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear any low frequency sounds from the front channels.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the front left and front right out- puts. Depending on the choice made in the SUBWOOFER line in this menu (see below), the front left and right bass information may also be directed to a subwoofer.

Important Note: When a speaker set with two front satellites and a passive subwoofer is used, connected to the front speaker outputs , the fronts must be set for LARGE.

3.When you have completed your selection for the front channel, press the ¤ button Don the remote to move the cursor to CENTER.

4. Press the /buttons E on the remote to select the option that best describes your Center speaker based on the speaker definitions shown on this page.

When SMALL is selected, low frequency center channel sounds will be sent to the Fronts, if they are set for LARGE and Sub is turned off. When Sub is on, low frequency center channel sounds will be sent to the subwoofer only.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the center speaker output, and with analog and digital surround modes NO center channel signal will be sent to the subwoofer output.

When NONE is selected, no signal will be sent to the center channel output. The receiver will operate in a “phantom” center channel mode and center channel information will be sent to the left and right front channel outputs. This mode is needed if no Center speaker is used (note that for the use of Logic 7C surround mode a Center speaker is needed, but Logic 7M works well without a Center too).

5.When you have completed your selection for the center channel, press the ¤ button Don the remote to change the cursor to

SURROUND.

6. Press the /buttons E on the remote to select the option that best describes the sur- round speakers in your system based on the speaker definitions shown on this page.

When SMALL is selected, low frequency sur- round channel sounds will be sent to the Fronts, when Sub is turned off, or to the subwoofer out- put when Sub is on. With Pro Logic mode, there is no bass in the surround channels.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the surround channel outputs (with all analog and digital surround modes),

and, except with Hall and Theater modes, NO surround channel bass will be sent to the sub- woofer output.

When NONE is selected, surround sound infor- mation will be split between the front-left and front-right outputs. Note that for optimal per- formance when no surround speakers are in use, the Dolby 3 Stereo mode should be used instead of Dolby Pro Logic.

7.When you have completed your selection for the surround channel, press the ¤ button Don the remote to move the cursor to SUBWOOFER.

8. Press the /buttons E on the remote to select the option that best describes your sys- tem.

The choices available for the subwoofer position will depend on the settings for the other speak- ers, particularly the front left/right positions.

If the front left/right speakers are set to SMALL, the subwoofer will automatically be set to SUB, which is the “on” position.

If the front left/right speakers are set to LARGE, three options are available:

• If no subwoofer is connected to the AVR5000, press the /buttons E on the remote so that NONE appears in the on-screen menu.

When this option is selected, all bass information will be routed to the front left/right “main” speakers.

If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR5000, you have the option to have the front left/right “main” speakers reproduce bass frequencies at all times, and have the subwoofer operate only when the AVR5000 is being used with a digital source that contains a dedicated Low Frequency Effects, or LFE soundtrack. This allows you to use both your main and subwoofer speakers to take advantage of the special bass created for certain movies. To select that option press /buttons E on the remote so that SUB (LFE) appears in the on-screen menu.

If a subwoofer is connected and you wish to use it for bass reproduction in conjunction with the main front left/right speakers, regardless of the type of program source or surround mode you are listening to, press the /buttons E on the remote so that SUB L/R+LFE appears in the on-screen menu. When this option is selected, a “complete” feed will be sent to the front left/right “main” speak- ers, and the subwoofer will receive the front left and right bass frequencies under frequency selected in the next option setting on this menu, as described below.

9.When you have completed your selection for the subwoofer, press the ¤ button non the remote to change the cursor to SUBX-OVER FREQ.

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Contents AVR 5000 Audio/ Video Receiver Table of Contents Declaration of ConformityIntroduction Description and FeaturesFront-Panel Analog A/V Inputs switch- able to Outputs Output Levels for OptimumImportant Safety Information Safety InformationUnpacking Front Panel Controls Preset Stations Selector ÓVolume ControlFront Panel Controls See Front Panel Information Display Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator Preset IndicatorFront Panel Information Display Front Panel Information Display CD Inputs DVD Video Inputs Rear Panel ConnectionsFM Antenna Multiroom IR Input Rear Panel ConnectionsUnswitched Outlet Digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc recorderMain Remote Control Functions Settings after the Delay button has been pressed Direct Input Zone II Remote Control Functions Audio Equipment Connections Installation and ConnectionsVideo Equipment Connections Video Video In/Out jacks, if it´s a recording VCR Scart A/V ConnectionsVideo Connection Notes Important Note for Adapter CablesRGB signals can be pathed through Important Note for the Use SCART-Cinch AdaptersSystem and Power Connections System Configuration System ConfigurationSpeaker Placement Speaker SelectionUsing the On-Screen Display Settings to be Made With Each Input UsedSwitched AC outlet Selecting the On-Screen displayInput Setup Surround SetupSpeaker Setup SurroundAdjustments for Other Inputs Delay SettingsNight Mode Settings Output Level AdjustmentPress and hold the SPL Indicator Select Using EzSetProper Outputs To turn the test tone off and return to On the remote only, not the main vol- ume controlsWill change color to indicate the level Master MenuBasic Operation Controls and Use of HeadphonesOperation Source SelectionSurround Mode Chart Dolby Digital Surround Mode SelectionDigital Audio Playback Rear panel Or front panel #%Rear panel Digital Inputs MP3 Audio PlaybackSelecting a Digital Source Audio Outputs Record modeTape Recording Or 2 OutputsPress the OSD button Lto view the Master Menu Figure Output Level Trim AdjustmentSelect to turn the sensor and indicator off To raise or lower the output levelChannel Direct Input Memory BackupTuner Operation RDS Display Options RDS TuningRDS Operation Program Search PTYOperation Turn On Volume Level Advanced FeaturesDisplay Brightness Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment Semi-OSD SettingsAdvanced Features Multiroom Operation InstallationMultiroom Setup Multiroom OperationDirect Code Entry Time. When the Program/SPL IndicatorProgramming the Remote with Codes Auto-Search MethodVID1/VCR VID2/TV Code ReadoutLearning Codes from a Remote Erasing Learned CodesMacro Programming Erasing Macro CommandsProgramming the Remote Press any Input Selector 456and also the Learn buttonRemote With Other Devices Volume Punch-ThroughProgrammed Device Functions 4and the Mute buttonChannel Control Punch-Through Resetting the Remote MemorySelector button Function List SPLFunction List AVR DVDSetup Code Table TV Hitachi HanseaticHifivox ImperialRediffusionuk RbmukRediffusion RedifusionSetup Code Table VCR HARMAN/KARDON GbcukGraetzitt ITT/NOKIASansui RCARealistic SunstarSetup Code Table CD Setup Code Table CBL Code Number 3digit ListSetup Code Table SAT Setup Code Table DVD Code Number 3 Digit ListAmplifier is in protection mode Troubleshooting GuideProcessor Reset Motors or other electrical appliancesTechnical Specifications Harman Consumer International