Harman-Kardon AVR 146 owner manual Using the Tuner, Channel Input Selector

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Example 2: In this example, your multichannel disc player is equipped with an HDMI output. Connect it as follows:

a)Connect the player’s coaxial digital audio output to the Coaxial 2 input on the AVR. This input is assigned by default to the HDMI 1 source.

b)Connect the player’s HDMI output to the HDMI 1 source input, and make sure to connect the AVR’s HDMI Output to your video display.

c)Connect the player’s 6-channel analog audio outputs to the AVR’s

6-Channel Inputs and then select an unused component video input at the COMPONENT IN line to avoid inadvertently selecting the video signal from another device.

d)Program the player’s remote control codes into the HDMI 1 Input Selector.

When you wish to view a DVD, simply select the HDMI 1 source.

When you wish to play a multichannel disc, first select the HDMI 1 source to obtain the correct video signal, then select the 6-Channel Inputs to select the audio signal.

To select the 6-Channel Inputs as the source, use either the Source Selector on the front panel or press the 6CH Input Selector on the remote. See Figure 61.

Figure 61 – 6-Channel Input Selector

NOTE: The 6-Channel Inputs pass the incoming signals directly to the volume control, without digitizing or processing them. Therefore, you will need to configure bass management settings (i.e., speaker size, delay and output level) on your source device so that they match the settings you programmed during Initial Setup. Consult the owner’s guide for your multichannel player for more information.

Using the Tuner

The AVR 146’s built-in tuner may be selected in one of three ways (see Figure 62):

1.Press the Source Selector Button on the front panel repeatedly until the tuner is selected. The last-used band (AM or FM) will be active.

2.Press the Tuner Band Button (marked AM/FM). Press this button again to switch bands.

3.Press the Tuner Input Selector (marked AM/FM) on the remote. Press this button again to switch bands.

OPERATION

Figure 62 – Tuner Input Selection

Radio stations may be selected in one of four ways (see Figure 63):

1.If you know the frequency number, enter it directly by first pressing the Direct Button on the remote, and then using the Numeric Keys.

2.After you have programmed Preset stations (see below), either enter the Preset number (1 through 30) using the remote or use the Preset Stations Button (front-panel or remote), to scroll through the list of presets.

3.In Auto tuning mode, with each press of the Tuning Buttons (front- panel or remote) the AVR 146 will scan in the chosen direction until a station with acceptable signal strength is detected. Press the Tuning Button again to stop scanning.

4.In Manual tuning mode, with each press of the Tuning Buttons the AVR 146 will tune the next frequency increment (0.1MHz for FM, or 10kHz for AM) in the selected direction. Press and hold the Tuning Button for faster scanning.

Figure 63 – Tuning a Station

Press the Tuning Mode Button (TUN-M on the remote) to switch between Auto and Manual tuning modes. See Figure 64. When an FM station has been tuned, pressing the Tuning Mode Button will switch between stereo and mono tuning, which may improve reception of weaker stations.

Figure 64 – Tuning Mode

To store a station in one of the 30 presets (see Figure 65):

1.Tune the desired station.

2.Press the Memory Button on the remote.

3.Use the Numeric Keys to enter the desired preset number.

Figure 65 – Storing a Preset Station

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Contents AVR Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outside antenna Safety InformationImportant Safety Information Staple Invoice Here Table of Contents Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon IntroductionAudio Section Surround ModesAudio Inputs Supplied AccessoriesAudio/Video Inputs With S-Video Digital Audio InputsFRONT-PANEL Controls Input Indicators REAR-PANEL Connections FM Antenna Inputs Video ComponentOutputs Input VideoChannel Input Selector Press this button to select Remote Control FunctionsBridge/DMP Controls an iPod docked in The Bridge AVR Selector Power OnRemote Control Functions Surround Modes Introduction to Home TheaterTypical Home Theater System Multichannel AudioConnections Connecting Source Devices to the AVRSpeaker Connections SubwooferDigital Audio Audio ConnectionsVideo Connections Analog AudioAntennas FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See FigureAnalog Video Is colored red. See FigureSpeaker Placement Step One Connect the Speakers InstallationStep Two Connect the Subwoofer Step Three Connect the AntennasAudio Connections Video Connections Device TypeTiVo or other Or Video 1 Composite Video Input Coax digital output Component video connections at allVideo 2 Source Video 1 SourceVideo 3 Source Hdmi 1 Source Step Five Connect the Video DisplayHdmi 2 Source No video connections are neededStep Seven Insert Batteries in Remote Step Six Plug in AC PowerEnter a code from above Turn on your source deviceVideo Cable, Satellite Cable/SatelliteTwo steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR Step Nine Turn On the AVRUsing the On-Screen Menu System Initial SetupStep One Determine Speaker Size Step Two Measure Speaker Distances Step Three Manual Setup MenuSpeaker Size Menu Speaker Crossover Menu Is not present, such as when a DVD is pausedStep Four Output Level Calibration Delay Adjust MenuSee Figure Using the Full-OSD Menu Using the Remote Control With Source MaterialTuner at this time Step Five Configure SourcesInput Setup Menu Screen for DMP/The Bridge source Volume Control Sleep TimerOperation Turning On the AVRMute Function HeadphonesTone Controls Source SelectionAudio Input Selection When you wish to view a DVD, simply select the DVD sourceVideo Input Selection Channel Direct InputsChannel Input Selector Using the TunerRecording Using TheBridgeTMSelect a Surround Mode Remote Selecting a Surround ModeDigital Audio Signals Analog Audio SignalsAdvanced Functions Audio Processing and Surround SoundSurround Modes Default Modes Dolby Surround SettingsProvides descriptions of all surround modes available on 0 or Panorama adjusts wraparound surround effectDolby Digital EX played as Passages to avoid disturbing othersSurround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Advanced Remote Control Functions System SettingsDim Function Punch-Through ProgrammingTo program, or record a macro, follow these steps Press the Power Off Button to program the Power Off commandTo program punch-through control while operating any device Resetting the Remote Processor ResetMemory Troubleshooting Guide DTS AVR 146 Technical SpecificationsTable A1 Source Input Setting Defaults Appendix Default settings, worksheets, remote product codesTable A2 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Table A3 Delay Setting DefaultsTable A5 Speaker/Channel Settings Table A4 Source Input SettingsTable A7 System Settings Table A6 Remote Control CodesFeature Default Setting Your Setting Off Volume Default Default Vol Set 25dBTV VID3 Table A8 Remote Control Function ListTable A8 Remote Control Function ListAiwa Table A10 Table A9Table A12 Remote Control Product Codes DVD Table A11 Remote Control Product Codes CDTable A15 Remote Control Product Codes CBL Table A14 Remote Control Product Codes TapeTable A15 Table A16 Remote Control Product Codes
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AVR 146 specifications

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