Harman-Kardon AVR 7550HD Audio/Video Inputs, Digital Audio Inputs, Outputs, Ease of Use

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INTRODUCTION

Audio Inputs

AM/FM/XM®* tuner

Analog Audio 1 through 5

Front-panel Analog Audio

6-/8-Channel Analog Audio

Audio/Video Inputs

Three Analog Video

Front-panel Analog Video

Three Component Video 100MHz

Four HDMI(V.1.3a with Deep Color)

Faroudja DCDi Cinemavideo processing

Transcodes composite and S-video to component video

Transcodes 480i video to component video format, with upscaling to 1080i

Transcodes 480i video to HDMI output, with upscaling to 1080p

dock for iPod** connectivity with audio/video playback

Ethernet port for Internet Radio and Network

USB Port for audio and still-image playback from compatible storage devices

Digital Audio Inputs

Coaxial: three rear-panel/one front-panel

Optical: three rear-panel/one front-panel

Outputs

7.2-Channel preamp outputs

Analog Audio 3 and 4

Analog Video 2 (composite and S-video)

Video Monitor (composite, S-video and component)

Digital Audio (one coaxial, one optical)

HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color)

Multizone Audio: speaker- and two line-level (one dedicated, one shared with surround back channels)

Multizone Video: composite

A-BUS®port

Headphone

Ease of Use

EzSet/EQII automated setup (microphone supplied)

Full-color user interface and setup menu, generated in high-definition video

Text-based on-screen menus available to Zone 2

Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display

Color-coded connections

Programmable, learning seven-device main remote control (includes AVR control over The Bridge II)

Source input renaming

Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec)

RS-232 serial port for system control

System upgradeable from USB device

Switched accessory power outlet

Remote infrared (IR) input and output

Zone 2 IR input and Carrier IR output

Two trigger outputs (3–30V DC) for auto turn-on of other system components

IEC detachable AC power cord for easy installation

Supplied Accessories

The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 7550HD. If any of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com.

System and Zone 2 remote controls

EzSet/EQ II microphone

Extension rod for EzSet/EQ II

microphone

docking station for iPod

AM loop antenna

FM wire antenna

Six AAA batteries

AC power cord

*XM antenna module and subscription to XM service required. Hardware and service sold separately. XM service is not available in Alaska or Hawaii.

**Compatible with most docking iPod models, 4G and later. Video and still-image viewing requires an iPod that supports video browsing.

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Contents AVR7550HD Service Instructions Outdoor Use Marking Safety InformationImportant Safety Instructions Wet Location MarkingImportant Safety Information UnpackingTable of Contents Introduction Surround ModesAudio/Video Inputs Supplied AccessoriesAudio Inputs Digital Audio InputsFRONT-PANEL Controls Back/ExitOn When the AVR is turned on, this LED turns white Resolution setting 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i or 1080pREAR-PANEL Connections Video Hdmi 1, 2, 3 Output XM AntennaREAR-PANEL Connections Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs Main Remote Control Functions AVR Power OnZone Selector Main Remote Control Functions Main Remote Control Functions IR Transmitter Mute Zone 2 Remote Control FunctionsSleep Settings MenuZone 2 Remote Control Functions Multichannel Audio Introduction to Home TheaterTypical Home Theater System Harman International the Harman Kardon parent company LogicSpeaker Connections Connecting Source Devices to the AVRConnections SubwooferAnalog Audio Video ConnectionsIncluding Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio Digital VideoAntennas RS-232 Serial PortSpeaker Placement Front Speaker PlacementSubwoofer Placement Getting Started Best audio connection for each source ForSource Assignment Worksheet Getting Started Installation Connect IR Control Devices to the Zone 2 IR Input Step Eleven Install a Multizone SystemConnect a Video Display Device or Switcher Select one or all of these methods for audio distributionStep Fourteen Program Sources Into the Remote Step Twelve Plug in AC Power CordsStep Thirteen Insert Batteries in Remote To program the codes for a source device into the remoteTo delete a programmed or learned code To change the device type of a Source SelectorTo learn individual key codes To rename a key or deviceStep Fifteen Turn On the AVR 7550HD Configure the AVR 7550HD, Using EzSet/EQ II Technology Initial SetupUsing the ON-SCREEN Menu System Select Automatic Setup-EzSet/EQSet Up Sources Audio and Video Input SelectionChannel Inputs You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiver Dolby Volume Calibration Offset Volume ControlDolby Volume OperationUsing the Tuner Sleep TimerHeadphones Mute FunctionXM Radio Operation Video display is in useUSB Playback Internet RadioTo return to the beginning of the current track, press Network Playback Using Docking StationUsing The Bridge IPod Function Remote Control Key RecordingPlay Pause Menu Back/Exit or Left Arrow Select IPod Manual ModeTV Out setting to take effect Next Track Next 33 Previous Track Previous ISelecting a Surround Mode Surround Modes MenuAdvanced Functions Analog Audio SignalsDigital Audio Signals Audio Processing and Surround SoundDolby Surround Settings Manual Speaker SetupVideo Game Logic 7 Game Step TWO Measure Speaker Distances Step Three Manual Setup MenuStep ONE Determine Speaker Crossover Number of SpeakersAdjust Crossover Frequencies Menu Adjust Speaker Distance MenuSub Mode Step Four Setting Channel Output Levels Manually Video Adjustments Video ModesHow to Adjust the Custom Picture Settings System Settings Sharpness AdjustmentMenu Appearance General AVR SettingsAdvanced Remote Control Functions System InformationTo end the command sequence, press the OK Button Main MenuActivities Macros Remote Reset Back LightPunch-Through Programming Processor Reset MemoryTroubleshooting Guide Symptom Cause SolutionTable A2 Source Setting Defaults AppendixTable A1 Recommended Source Component Connections Table A3 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Table A20mS Table A4 Delay Setting DefaultsTable A5 Source Settings BridgeTable A5 Table A6 Audio Effects SettingsDefault Table A6Table A7 Video Modes Settings Off Black Level Deinterlacing Film Mode Detect 302Table A7 Table A8 Table A9 Remote Control CodesTable A8 Surround Modes Source Input Device Type if changedTable A10 System Settings Table A11 Network SettingsTable A12 Zone 2 Settings Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Table A13 Surround ModesTable A13 Presentation DTS Neo6 DTS-ES MatrixDTS Stereo DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 orFor multichannel Subwoofer is usedAnalog Bypass Remote Control Function List Reference Table A14 Remote Control Function List RadioTable A14 AUXAVR 7550HD Technical Specifications Audio Section