Harman-Kardon AVR65 manual Installation and Connections, System Installation

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Installation and Connections

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System Installation

After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment. These steps need to be done only when the receiver is first installed, or when a change is made to the input source equipment.

Audio Equipment Connections

We recommend that you use high-quality interconnect cables when making connec- tions to source equipment and recorders to preserve the quality of the signals.

When making connections to audio source equipment or speakers it is always a good practice to unplug the unit from the AC wall outlet. This prevents any pos- sibility of accidentally sending audio or transient signals to the speakers that may damage them.

1.Connect the analog output of a CD player to the CD inputs ¤.

NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and variable audio outputs it is best to use the fixed output unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low that the sound is noisy, or high that the signal is distorted.

2.Connect the Play/Out jacks of a cas- sette deck, MD or other audio recorder to the Tape Monitor In jacks e. Connect the Record/In jacks on the recorder to the Tape Monitor Out jacks f on the AVR65.

3.Connect the output of any digital sources to be used to the appropriate connections on the AVR65 rear panel. Note that the Optical and Coaxial digital inputs á¡ may be used with a Dolby Digital (AC-3) or DTS source or the output of a conventional CD or LV player’s PCM (SP/DIF) output.

4.Assemble the AM Loop Antenna sup- plied with the unit as shown below. Connect it to the AM and GND screw terminals Á.

5.Connect an FM antenna to the FM (75 ohm) connection ª. The FM antenna may be an external roof antenna, an inside powered or wire lead antenna or a connection from a cable TV system. Note that if the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you must use the 300-ohm-to-

75-ohm adapter supplied with the unit to make the connection.

6.Connect the front, center and surround speaker outputs âÚÛ to the respective speakers.

To assure that all the audio signals are carried to your speakers without loss of clarity or resolution, we suggest that you use high-quality speaker cable. Many brands of cable are available, and the choice of cable may be influenced by the distance between your speakers and this receiver, the type of speakers you use, personal preferences and other factors.

Your dealer or installer is a valuable resource to consult in selecting the proper cable.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we recommend that you use a cable con- structed of fine, multistrand copper with a gauge of 14 or smaller. Remember that in specifying cable, the lower the number, the thicker the cable.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short runs of less than ten feet. We do not recommend that you use cables with an AWG equivalent of 18 or higher due to the power loss and degradation in performance that will occur.

Cables that are run inside walls should have the appropriate markings to indicate listing with UL, CSA or other appropriate testing agency standards. Questions about running cables inside walls should be referred to your installer or a licensed electrical contractor who is familiar with the NEC and/or the applicable local building codes in your area.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be certain to observe proper polarity. Remember to connect the “negative” or “black” wire to the same terminal on the receiver and the speaker. Similarly, the “positive” or “red” wire should be con- nected to the like terminal on the AVR65 and speaker.

We also recommend that the length of cable used to connect speaker pairs be identical. For example, use the same length piece of cable to connect the front left and front right or surround left and surround right speakers, even if the speakers are a different distance from the AVR65.

AVR65 120 volt Rev (C) 10/6/98

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Contents Description and Features IntroductionSafety Information Important Safety InformationTypographic Conventions CleaningUnpacking Moving the UnitFront Panel Controls ÷ õTMon Selector Press this but 33, into the AVR65’s memory Front Panel Information Display T S R Q P ONight Indicator This indicator Rear Panel Connections Edba á¡ c à ߣ¢Surround Connect these terminals to the surround speakers Remote Control Functions Remote Control Functions OFF Audio Equipment Connections Installation and ConnectionsSystem Installation Connect the analog output of a CD player to the CD inputs ¤AC Power Connections Remote Control ExtensionExternal Audio Power Amplifier Connections Speaker’s manufacturerSystem Configuration Speaker PlacementUsing the On-Screen Display System SetupPlug the Power Cable Þto an unswitched AC outlet Speaker Configuration Press the Set button i÷Output Level Adjustment On the front panel to change the display to SÐW SpeakerAdjustment Letters FLwill flash once each secondDelay Settings To set the delay times, follow these stepsMain Information Display U Basic Operation Using the On-Screen DisplayOperation Semi-OSDDuring a listening session you may Source SelectionFull-OSD For private listening, plug the 1/4Surround Mode Selection Surround Mode Chart Digital Audio Playback Dolby DigitalPCM Audio Playback Night ModeTuner Operation Tape Recording Preset TuningRecalling Preset Stations Station SelectionChannel Direct Input Memory BackupProcessor Reset Multiroom Operation InstallationMultiroom Setup IR LinkOn the rear panel Press the Set button i÷to enter the settingMultiroom Operation Direct Code Entry Programming the RemoteProgramming the Remote Auto Search MethodCode Readout Programmed Device FunctionsMacro Programming Device Control Selector bforReassigning Device Control Selectors Volume Punch-ThroughPress the Volume Up button z Press either the AVR aor Program into the reassigned buttonTape Function ListNo. Button Name CD Aux DVDReference for Function List Setup Code Tables Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code NumberSetup Code Tables TV Realistic VCR Setup Code Tables VCR Setup Code Tables AUX DVD Cable Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting GuideTechnical Specifications AVR65 120 volt Rev C 10/6/98 AVR AVR65 Table of Contents AVR65 Audio/Video ReceiverStaple or clip original invoice here