Harman-Kardon AVR 146 owner manual Recording, Using TheBridgeTM

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OPERATION

Recording

Two-channel analog and digital audio signals, as well as composite and S-video signals, are normally available at the appropriate recording outputs. Thus, to make a recording, you need only make sure to connect your audio or video recorder to the appropriate output jacks, as described in the Installation section, insert blank media and make sure the recorder is turned on and recording while the source is playing.

NOTES:

1.Analog audio signals are not converted to digital form, and digital audio signals are not converted to analog audio form. However, you may record a coaxial or optical digital audio source using either type of digital audio output.

2.Only PCM digital audio signals are available for recording. Proprietary formats such as Dolby Digital and DTS may not be recorded using the digital audio connections, although if the source is connected to the AVR using the analog audio connections, an analog recording may be made.

3.HDMI and Component video sources are not available for recording.

4.Please make certain that you are aware of any copyright restrictions on any material you record. Unauthorized duplica- tion of copyrighted materials is prohibited by federal law.

Using TheBridgeTM

The Bridge is an optional dock that may be used with a compatible iPod (not included). When The Bridge is connected to its proprietary input on the AVR 146 and the iPod is docked, you may play the audio, video and image materials on your iPod through your high-quality system, operate the iPod using the AVR remote or the AVR’s front-panel controls, view navigation messages on the AVR’s front panel or a connected video display, and charge the iPod.

Either press the front-panel Source Selector repeatedly until the message “DMP/The Bridge is CONNECTED” scrolls across the front-panel and semi-OSD displays, or press the DMP Button on the remote to select The Bridge as the input source.

(Left) Figure 66 – Using The Bridge (Remote)

(Above) Figure 67 – Using The Bridge (Front Panel)

This table summarizes the controls available when The Bridge is in use; see also Figures 66 and 67.

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Table 4 – Using The Bridge

 

iPod Function

Remote Control Key

Front-Panel Button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Play

Play (›)

Tuner Mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pause

Pause (II)

Tuner Mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Menu

Menu (Spkr)

Tuner Band (AM/FM)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select

Set

Tuning Up or Down

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scroll Forward

Left Arrow (‹)

Preset Down

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scroll Reverse

Right Arrow (›)

Preset Up

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Forward Search/Next Track

Forward/Next (››)

Tuning Up

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reverse Search/Previous Track

Reverse/Previous (‹‹)

Tuning Down

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTES:

•For the Search function, press and hold the indicated button. Pressing the Previous Track Button once skips to the beginning of the current track. Press the Previous Track Button twice to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

•The front-panel Tuning Up/Down Buttons perform the Select function when playback is paused. While a program is playing, the Tuning Up/Down Buttons are used for the Search and Track Skip functions.

It is possible to activate Repeat (one track or one album/playlist) and Shuffle (songs or albums) modes using the DMP SETTING menu (see Figure 49). This menu may also be used to turn on the Resume feature, which resumes play of the current track from the point it was interrupted, or to enable charging while the AVR is in Standby mode.

Access the DMP SETTING menu by pressing OSD to display the MASTER MENU. Press the Set Button to display the INPUT SETUP menu. When DMP/The Bridge is selected as the current source, you may scroll down to the GO TO DMP SETTING line and press the Set Button to display the DMP SETTING menu. See the Initial Setup section for more information on using the DMP SETTING menu.

NOTES ON VIDEO PLAYBACK:

•Before attempting to play videos stored on your iPod, check the Video Settings menu on the iPod and make sure that the TV Out setting is set to On. The TV Signal setting should be NTSC to match the capabilities of your video display. Set Widescreen to On or Off, depending on the aspect ratio of your video display. If your selection was playing and paused at the time you changed the TV Out setting, the iPod may require you to navigate its menu system and reselect the video for the new TV Out setting to take effect. Resuming play from the Now Playing function may not reflect the change to the TV Out setting. This is a function of the iPod, not the AVR 146.

•In Video mode, the iPod’s menus will not be visible on your video display, although you may view them on the iPod’s screen. You may operate the iPod using the AVR remote, as long as it is in The Bridge device mode.

•You may view the AVR’s on-screen displays while The Bridge is in use just as you would with any other video source.

•The MP4 and H.264 video formats often used for videos to be played on iPods are intended for optimal performance on the iPod’s small screen. Playback on larger displays may have different results.

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Contents AVR Safety Information Outdoor Antenna Grounding. If an outside antennaImportant Safety Information Staple Invoice Here Table of Contents Audio Section IntroductionThank you for choosing Harman Kardon Surround ModesAudio/Video Inputs With S-Video Supplied AccessoriesAudio Inputs Digital Audio InputsFRONT-PANEL Controls Input Indicators REAR-PANEL Connections Outputs Input Video ComponentFM Antenna Inputs VideoBridge/DMP Controls an iPod docked in The Bridge Remote Control FunctionsChannel Input Selector Press this button to select Power On AVR SelectorRemote Control Functions Typical Home Theater System Introduction to Home TheaterSurround Modes Multichannel AudioSpeaker Connections Connecting Source Devices to the AVRConnections SubwooferVideo Connections Audio ConnectionsDigital Audio Analog AudioAnalog Video FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See FigureAntennas Is colored red. See FigureSpeaker Placement Step Two Connect the Subwoofer InstallationStep One Connect the Speakers Step Three Connect the AntennasTiVo or other Or Video 1 Composite Video Input Device TypeAudio Connections Video Connections Coax digital output Component video connections at allVideo 3 Source Video 1 SourceVideo 2 Source Hdmi 2 Source Step Five Connect the Video DisplayHdmi 1 Source No video connections are neededStep Six Plug in AC Power Step Seven Insert Batteries in RemoteVideo Cable, Satellite Turn on your source deviceEnter a code from above Cable/SatelliteStep Nine Turn On the AVR Two steps are required the first time you turn on the AVRStep One Determine Speaker Size Initial SetupUsing the On-Screen Menu System Speaker Size Menu Step Three Manual Setup MenuStep Two Measure Speaker Distances Is not present, such as when a DVD is paused Speaker Crossover MenuSee Figure Delay Adjust MenuStep Four Output Level Calibration Using the Remote Control With Source Material Using the Full-OSD MenuStep Five Configure Sources Tuner at this timeInput Setup Menu Screen for DMP/The Bridge source Operation Sleep TimerVolume Control Turning On the AVRTone Controls HeadphonesMute Function Source SelectionVideo Input Selection When you wish to view a DVD, simply select the DVD sourceAudio Input Selection Channel Direct InputsUsing the Tuner Channel Input SelectorUsing TheBridgeTM RecordingSelecting a Surround Mode Select a Surround Mode RemoteAdvanced Functions Analog Audio SignalsDigital Audio Signals Audio Processing and Surround SoundSurround Modes Provides descriptions of all surround modes available on Dolby Surround SettingsDefault Modes Dolby Digital EX played as Panorama adjusts wraparound surround effect0 or Passages to avoid disturbing othersSurround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Dim Function System SettingsAdvanced Remote Control Functions Punch-Through ProgrammingTo program punch-through control while operating any device Press the Power Off Button to program the Power Off commandTo program, or record a macro, follow these steps Memory Processor ResetResetting the Remote Troubleshooting Guide AVR 146 Technical Specifications DTSTable A2 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Appendix Default settings, worksheets, remote product codesTable A1 Source Input Setting Defaults Table A3 Delay Setting DefaultsTable A4 Source Input Settings Table A5 Speaker/Channel SettingsFeature Default Setting Your Setting Table A6 Remote Control CodesTable A7 System Settings Off Volume Default Default Vol Set 25dBTable A8 Remote Control Function List TV VID3Remote Control Function List Table A8Aiwa Table A9 Table A10Table A11 Remote Control Product Codes CD Table A12 Remote Control Product Codes DVDTable A14 Remote Control Product Codes Tape Table A15 Remote Control Product Codes CBLTable A16 Remote Control Product Codes Table A15
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AVR 146 specifications

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