Harman-Kardon Relion Thermometer 06429 Manual - Complete Guide to Connections and Setup
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CONNECTIONS

NOTE: Some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players only output multichannel audio through their multi- channel analog outputs. Make a separate analog audio con-

Consult the owner’s guide for your disc player for more information, and see page 30.

nection in addition to the HDMI connection, which is still used for video and to listen to Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM materials that may be stored on the disc.

The AVR 1600 converts analog video signals to the HDMI format, including its on-screen menus, upscaling to high-definition 1080p resolution.

The HDMI connector is shaped for easy plug-in (see Figure 4). If your video display has a DVI input and is HDCP-compliant, use an

Multichannel analog audio cable (RCA)

Figure 8 – Multichannel Analog Audio

Front Surround Center

White Blue Green

Subwoofer

Red Gray Purple

HDMI-to-DVI adapter (not included). A separate audio connection is required. HDMI cable runs are limited to about 10 feet.

Figure 4 – HDMI Connection

If your video display or source device is not HDMI-capable, use one of the analog video connections (composite or component video) and a separate audio connection.

Coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although they look similar to analog jacks, you should not connect coaxial digital audio outputs to analog inputs or vice versa. See Figure 5.

Coaxial digital

Coaxial

audio cable

 

Figure 5 – Coaxial Digital Audio

Optical digital audio connectors are normally covered by a shutter to protect them from dust. The shutter opens as the cable is inserted. Input connectors are color-coded using a black shutter, while outputs use a gray shutter. See Figure 6.

Optical

Optical digital audio cable

Figure 6 – Optical Digital Audio

Analog Audio

Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white) and one for the right channel (red). These two cables are often attached to each other. See Figure 7.

For sources that are capable of both digital and analog audio, you may make both connections.

You may only record materials from DVDs or other copy-protected sources using analog connections. Remember to comply with all copy- right laws, if you choose to make a copy for your own personal use.

The AVR 1600 has an Auxiliary Audio Input on the rear panel in the form of a stereo 1/8" mini jack. Connect the headphone output of any audio source, such as an MP3 player or portable CD player, to the Auxiliary Audio Input. See Figure 9.

Figure 9 – Auxiliary Audio Input

Video Connections

Many sources output both audio and video signals (e.g., Blu-ray Disc or DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR). In addition to the audio connection, make one type of video connection for each of these sources (only one at a time for any source).

Digital Video

If you have already connected a source device to one of the HDMI inputs, you have automatically made a video connection, as the HDMI signal includes both digital audio and video components.

Analog Video

There are two types of analog video connections used on the AVR 1600: composite video and component video.

Composite video is the basic connection most commonly available. The jack is usually color-coded yellow, and looks like an analog audio jack. Do not plug a composite video cable into an analog

or coaxial digital audio jack, or vice versa. Both the chrominance (color) and luminance (intensity) components of the video signal are transmitted using a single cable. See Figure 10.

Composite video cable

Figure 10 – Composite Video

Component video separates the video signal into three compo- nents – one luminance (“Y”) and two sub-sampled color signals

Analog audio

L

(“Pb” and “Pr”) – that are transmitted using three separate cables.

cable (RCA)

R

 

Figure 7 – Analog Audio

The 6-/8-Channel Inputs are multichannel analog connections that are used with high-definition sources that decode the copy-protected digital content, such as some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players. See Figure 8. The multichannel analog audio con- nection is not required for players compliant with HDMI version 1.1 or better, or that output linear PCM signals via an HDMI connection.

See Figure 11.

Y Green

Component

Pb Blue

video cable

Pr Red

Figure 11 – Component Video

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Contents AVR Safety Information Important Safety InstructionsService Instructions Outdoor Use Marking Wet Location MarkingImportant Safety Information UnpackingTable of Contents Introduction Surround ModesSupplied Accessories Audio InputsAudio/Video Inputs Digital Audio InputsPanel FrontControls On When the AVR is turned on, this LED turns white Tuning Press these buttons to tune a radio stationVolume Knob Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume FRONT-PANEL ControlsRear ConnectionsREAR-PANEL Connections Main Remote Control Functions AM/FMMain Remote Control Functions Main Remote Control Functions Introduction to Home Theater Typical Home Theater SystemMultichannel Audio Harman International the Harman Kardon parent company LogicConnecting Source Devices to the AVR Speaker ConnectionsSubwoofer Audio ConnectionsVideo Connections Analog AudioDigital Video Analog VideoAntennas USB PortSpeaker Placement Front Speaker PlacementPlacement of Surround Speakers in a 5.1-Channel System Subwoofer PlacementGetting Started Source Assignment WorksheetGetting Started Installation Turn on your source device Step Nine Turn On the AVRTwo steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR Using the ON-SCREEN Menu System Initial SetupConfigure the AVR 1600, Using EzSet/EQ Technology Select Cancel to return to the Master menu Set Up SourcesSource Indicates the currently selected source. Use the 7/3 System Settings Channel InputsInitial Setup Operation Using the Radio Selecting a Surround ModeRecording AUX InputOperation Analog Audio Signals Digital Audio SignalsAdvanced Functions Audio Processing and Surround SoundManual Speaker Setup Dolby Surround SettingsVideo Game Logic 7 Game Step Three Manual Setup Menu Step ONE Determine Speaker CrossoverStep TWO Measure Speaker Distances Number of SpeakersSub Mode Step Four Setting Channel Output Levels ManuallyCrossover Menu Distance MenuAudio Settings System SettingsAdvanced Remote Control Functions Dim FunctionPunch-Through Programming To program punch-through control while operating any deviceResetting the Remote Processor ResetMacros MemoryTroubleshooting Guide Symptom Cause SolutionAppendix Table A1 Recommended Source Component ConnectionsTable A3 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Table A2 Source Setting DefaultsTable A4 Delay Setting Defaults Table A5 Source Input Settings Table A6 Speaker/Channel SettingsDigital Channel Level SubwooferTable A7 Remote Control Codes Table A8 System SettingsFeature Default Setting Your Setting Source Input Product Type circle oneSurround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Table A9 Surround ModesTable A9 DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or Channel music recordingsLogic 7 Game Channel StereoRemote Control Function List Reference Table A10 Remote Control Function List DVD CD/CD-RTable A10 TV VID3Table A11 Remote Control Product Codes TV Table A13 Remote Control Product Codes CD Table A12 Remote Control Product Codes VCRTable A12 Table A14 Remote Control Product Codes DVD Table A15 Remote Control Product Codes SATTable A13 Table A14Table A16 Remote Control Product Codes Tape Table A17 Remote Control Product Codes CableTable A15 Table A17AVR 1600 Technical Specifications Audio Section
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