Harman-Kardon AVR 254 owner manual FRONT-PANEL Connections

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FRONT-PANEL CONNECTIONS

Audio Effects: Press this button to directly access the Audio Effects submenu, which allows adjustment of the tone and other controls. See the Initial Setup section for more information.

Video Modes: Press this button for direct access to the Video Modes submenu, which contains settings that may be used to improve the picture if necessary after you have adjusted the picture settings using the video display or TV.

OK: Press this button to select the currently highlighted item.

Back/Exit: Press this button to return to the previous menu, or to exit the menu system.

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Contents AVR Safety Information Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Information Staple Invoice Here Table of Contents Harman Kardon AVR 254 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver IntroductionThank you for choosing a Harman Kardon product Audio SectionAudio/Video Inputs Supplied AccessoriesAudio Inputs Digital Audio InputsVolume Knob Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume FRONT-PANEL ControlsAVR Info Message Display Speaker/Channel Remote FRONT-PANEL Connections REAR-PANEL Connections Is not available in Alaska and HawaiiTo that source Hdmi Remote Control Functions Page Alphanumeric Keys Use these buttons to enter numbers for Typical Home Theater System Introduction to Home TheaterSurround Modes Multichannel AudioTypes of Connections Connecting Source Devices to the AVRConnections Speaker ConnectionsAudio Connections Digital AudioVideo Connections FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See FigureAntennas Digital VideoRS-232 Serial Port Front Speaker Placement Speaker PlacementPlacement of Surround Speakers in a 5.1-Channel System Placement of Surround Speakers in a 7.1-Channel SystemSubwoofer Placement Step Two Connect the Subwoofer InstallationStep One Connect the Speakers Step Three Connect the AntennasAudio Connections for non-HDMI sources Hdmi ConnectionsVideo Connections for non-HDMI sources Connect an Audio/Video Recorder PVD, DVR or TiVo Connect a CD Player or Any Audio-Only Device Connect a Tape Deck or Any Audio-Only RecorderStep Five Connect the Video Display Connect a Portable Audio PlayerStep Seven Insert Batteries in Remote Step Six Plug in AC PowerStep Eight Program Sources Into the Remote Turn on your source device Enter a code from , aboveSelect one or both Step Eleven Turn On the AVRTwo steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR AVR Power On and Source Selectors Using the On-Screen Menu System Initial SetupConfigure the AVR 254 Using EzSet/EQ Technology Selecting Cancel returns to the Speaker Setup menu Speaker Setup Menu ScreenSet Up Sources Audio and Video Input SelectionChannel Direct Inputs HDMI-equipped multichannel disc playerAdjust Lip Sync You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiverOperation Source Selection Using the TunerAVR defaults to automatic tuning, meaning each press If a video source is playing and there is no picturePress the OK Button to store the new preset On screen when a video display is in useTo store a channel in one of the 40 preset locations RecordingSelecting a Surround Mode Stereo Jack InputAdvanced Functions Analog Audio SignalsDigital Audio Signals Audio Processing and Surround SoundIndicates that no surround information is present Virtual Surround Dolby Virtual Speaker Reference or WideDolby Surround Settings Night ModeStep Three Manual Setup Menu Manual SetupStep Two Measure Speaker Distances Sub Mode Adjust Crossover Frequencies MenuNumber of Speakers Adjust Speaker Distance Menu Step Four Setting Channel Output Levels ManuallyMake sure all speakers have been connected correctly Off For normal listening Audio Effects MenuSports For sporting events Video AdjustmentsNature For programs shot outdoors, in a natural setting Movie For movies and many television broadcastsContrast Adjustment How to Adjust the Custom Picture SettingsBrightness Adjustment Color AdjustmentOperating the Multizone System Installing a Multizone SystemMultizone Operation OK Button to display the Zone Control menu. See FigureMenu Appearance System SettingsGeneral AVR Settings Menus and displays English, French, Spanish or GermanProcessor Reset Advanced Remote Control FunctionsResetting the Remote Punch-Through ProgrammingMemory Troubleshooting Guide Appendix Appendix Default settings, worksheets, remote product codesTable A2 Source Setting Defaults Table A1 Recommended Source Component ConnectionsTable A3 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Table A4 Delay Setting DefaultsTable A6 Audio Effects Settings Table A5 Source SettingsTable A7 Video Modes Settings Table A10 System Settings Table A9 Remote Control CodesTable A8 Surround Modes Table A11 Zone 2 Settings Table A12 Surround ModesMovie Back channel 0 or .1, EX Analog 2-channel Tuner Mode Group Enveloping sound field is desiredExperience Tuner Music adds a surround back channel Analog 2-channel TunerPerformance Surround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or SignalRate used on DVD-Video discs DTS-ES MatrixChannels Tuner PCM 32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz Channel Stereo Appropriate when a subwoofer is usedChannel Stereo Analog Bypass39 40 Table A13 Remote Control Function List AVR DVDTable A13 VCRAiwa Table A15 Remote Control Product Codes AUX-HDTV Table A14Table A16 Remote Control Product Codes AUX-VCR Table A17 Remote Control Product Codes AUX-CD Table A18 Remote Control Product Codes DVD Table A19 Remote Control Product Codes SATTable A23 Remote Control Product Codes Table A21 Remote Control Product Codes CBLTable A22 Remote Control Product Codes Table A24 Remote Control Product Codes AUX- TiVOPage Page AVR 254 Technical Specifications DTS