Harman-Kardon AVR 160 owner manual Advanced Functions, Dolby Surround Settings

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The second number indicates whether any surround channels are present: “0” indicates that no surround information is present.

“1” indicates that a matrixed surround signal is present. “2” indicates discrete left and right surround channels.

“3” is used with DTS-ES bitstreams to represent the presence of the discrete surround back channel, in addition to the side surround left and right channels.

“4” is used with 7.1-channel digital formats to indicate the presence of two discrete side surround channels and two discrete back surround channels.

The third number is used for the LFE channel: “0” indicates no LFE channel.

“.1” indicates that an LFE channel is present.

The 6.1-channel signals – Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES Matrix and Discrete – each include a flag meant to signal the receiver to decode the surround back channel, indicated as 3/2/.1 EX-ON for Dolby Digital EX materials, and 3/3/.1 ES-ON for DTS-ES materials.

Dolby Digital 2.0 signals may include a Dolby Surround flag indicating DS-ON or DS-OFF, depending on whether the 2-channel bitstream contains only stereo information, or a downmix of a multichannel program that can be decoded by the AVR’s Dolby Pro Logic decoder. By default, these signals are played in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode.

When a PCM signal is received, the PCM message and the sampling rate (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz) will appear.

When only two channels – left and right – are present, the analog surround modes may be used to decode the signal into the remaining channels.

If you would prefer a different surround format than the native signal’s digital encoding, press the OSD Button, and use the KL Buttons to select “SURROUND SELECT”. Press the OK Button. Use the KL Buttons to select one of the surround mode categories.

The Auto Select option uses the native signal’s digital encoding, e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio. For 2-channel materials, the AVR defaults to Logic 7 Movie mode. If you prefer a different surround mode, select the surround mode category: Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie, Music or Video Game. Press the OK Button to change the mode.

Each category is set to a default surround mode:

•• Virtual Surround: Harman Virtual Speaker

•• Stereo: 7-channel stereo

•• Movie: Logic 7 Movie

•• Music: Logic 7 Music

•• Video Game: Logic 7 Game

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

You may select a different mode. The choice of surround modes depends on the number of speakers in your system.

•• Virtual Surround: Harman Virtual Speaker

•• Stereo: 2-channel stereo, 5-channel stereo or 7-channel stereo

•• Movie: Logic 7 Movie, DTS Neo: 6 Cinema, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie

•• Music: Logic 7 Music, DTS Neo:6 Music, Dolby Pro Logic II Music, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music

•• Video Game: Logic 7 Game, Dolby Pro Logic II Game, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game

Once you have programmed the surround mode for each type of audio, select the line from the Surround Select menu to override the AVR’s automatic surround mode selection. The AVR will use the same surround mode the next time the source is selected.

Please refer to Table A9 in the appendix for more information on which surround modes are available with different bitstreams.

Dolby Surround Settings

Some additional settings are available for Dolby modes. When the Dolby Pro Logic II or IIx Music modes have been selected, the Center Width, Dimension, Panorama and Night Mode settings will become available. See Figure 25.

Figure 25 – Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx Music Mode Settings

Center Width: This setting affects how vocals sound through the three front speakers. A higher number (up to 7) focuses the vocal information tightly on the center channel. Lower numbers broaden the vocal soundstage. Use the M N Buttons to adjust.

Dimension: This setting affects the depth of the surround presentation, allowing you to “move” the sound toward the front or rear of the room. The setting of “0” is a neutral default. Setting “F-03” moves the sound toward the front of the room, while setting “R-03” moves the sound toward the rear. Use the M N Buttons to adjust.

Panorama: With the Panorama mode turned On, some of the sound from the front speakers is moved to the surround speakers, creating an enveloping “wraparound” effect. Each press of the OK Button toggles the setting on or off.

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Contents AVR Important Safety Instructions Safety InformationImportant Safety Information Moving the Unit Installation LocationCleaning Do Not Open the CabinetTable of Contents Audio Section IntroductionThank you for choosing a Harman Kardon product Harman Kardon AVR 160 7.1-Channel Audio/ Video ReceiverDigital Audio Inputs Supplied AccessoriesAudio Inputs Audio/Video InputsFRONT-PANEL Controls Tuning Press these buttons to tune a radio stationVolume Knob Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume Use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter REAR-PANEL ConnectionsAlways make a separate audio connection REAR-PANEL Connections AM/FM Remote Control FunctionsAUX Controls a device connected to the Auxiliary Input AVR Selector Press to switch the remote to AVR device modeRDS Activates RDS functions for FM Radio Surround Modes Introduction to Home TheaterTypical Home Theater System Multichannel AudioSubwoofer Connecting Source Devices to the AVRConnections Speaker ConnectionsAnalog Audio Digital AudioAnalog Video AntennasVideo Connections Digital VideoPlacement of Surround Speakers in a 7.1- Channel System Speaker PlacementFront Speaker Placement Placement of Surround Speakers in a 5.1- Channel SystemSource Assignment Worksheet Getting StartedGetting Started Installation Two steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR Step Eight Program Sources Into the RemoteStep Nine Turn On the AVR Turn on your source deviceUsing the On-Screen Menu System Initial SetupConfigure the AVR 160, Using EzSet/EQ Technology Channel Inputs Set Up SourcesHDMI-Equipped Multichannel Disc Player Dim Function System SettingsOperation Source Selection HeadphonesUsing the Radio RDS TuningProgram Type PTY RecordingRDS Display Options Program Search PTYSurround Modes Menu Selecting a Surround ModeDigital Audio Signals Analog Audio SignalsAudio Processing and Surround Sound Advanced Functions Dolby Surround SettingsIndicates that an LFE channel is present Step TWO Measure Speaker Distances Manual Speaker SetupStep Three Manual Setup Menu Step ONE Determine Speaker CrossoverDistance Menu Sub ModeNumber of Speakers Crossover MenuStep Four Setting Channel Output Levels Manually Audio SettingsWhen you have finished, press the OSD Button Macros Advanced Remote Control FunctionsResetting the Remote Punch-Through ProgrammingAppendix Appendix Default settingsTable A1 Recommended Source Component Connections Table A3 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Table A2 Source Setting DefaultsTable A4 Delay Setting Defaults LFE Table A5 Source Input SettingsTable A6 Speaker/Channel Settings AUX TunerVCR, PVR, DMC Table A7 Remote Control CodesTable A8 System Settings Table A9 Surround ModesDTS-HD DTS Stereo See below Mode GroupTuner Setting to be off DTS-ES Discrete50 51 54 55 Table A10 - Remote Control Function ListDVD AUX Table A12 Remote Control Product Codes VCR Table A11 Remote Control Product Codes TVTable A13 Remote Control Product Codes CD Table A15 Remote Control Product Codes SAT Table A14 Remote Control Product Codes DVDTable A17 Remote Control Product Codes Cable Processor Reset Troubleshooting GuideMemory Video Section Technical SpecificationsFM Tuner Section AM Tuner Section

AVR 160 specifications

The Harman-Kardon AVR 160 is a versatile and powerful audio/video receiver that delivers a remarkable home theater experience. Designed for audio enthusiasts and casual listeners alike, this model combines cutting-edge technology, sophisticated design, and intuitive controls.

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