Harman-Kardon AVR 254 owner manual Channel Direct Inputs, HDMI-equipped multichannel disc player

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INITIAL SETUP

Audio Input from source: Select this line to assign the correct analog or digital audio input to the source. Refer to Table A5 in the appendix, where you noted the physical audio input the source is connected to, and select the input here. If both analog and digital audio connections were made, select the digital input here, and select the analog input at the Audio Auto Polling line below.

6-/8-Channel Direct Inputs

The 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs are used when playing certain multichannel discs, such as DVD-Audio, Blu-ray Discs, SACD and HD-DVD, on a player that decodes the audio and outputs it via its multichannel analog audio outputs but not via its HDMI output.

HDMI-equipped multichannel disc player:

•Connect the player’s HDMI output to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs. No other connections are necessary.

•Assign the HDMI Input to both the Audio and Video Input from source settings in the Source Info menu.

HDMI-equipped multichannel disc player that does not output multichannel audio via an HDMI connection:

•Connect the player’s HDMI output and its multichannel analog audio outputs to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs and to the AVR’s 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs.

•Assign the HDMI Input to both the Audio and Video Input from source settings in the Source Info menu.

•Assign the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs to the Audio Auto Polling setting in the Source Info menu.

•When listening to DVD-Video discs, CDs or other materials outputting standard-definition digital audio, do nothing, as long as the HDMI Input is assigned to the Audio Input from source setting.

•When listening to high-resolution multichannel discs, the AVR’s auto polling feature will automatically switch to the multichannel analog audio inputs.

Multichannel disc player without HDMI output, or when video display has no HDMI input:

•Connect the player’s component video outputs to one set of Component Video Inputs on the AVR. Depending on the capabilities of the player and your video display, you may need to use a composite or S-video connection instead.

•Connect the player’s digital audio output to a corresponding available digital audio input on the AVR.

•Connect the player’s multichannel audio outputs to the AVR’s 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs.

•Assign the correct audio and video inputs to the Audio and Video Input from source Settings in the Source Info menu.

•Assign the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs to the Audio Auto Polling setting in the Source Info menu.

•When listening to DVD-Video discs, CDs or other materials outputting standard-definition digital audio, do nothing, as long as the correct digital audio input is assigned to the Audio Input From Source setting.

•When listening to high-resolution multichannel discs, the AVR’s auto polling feature will automatically switch to the multichannel analog audio inputs.

NOTE: The 6-/8-Channel Inputs pass the incoming signals directly to the volume control, without digitizing or processing them. Configure the bass management settings (i.e., speaker size, delay and output level) on your source device to match the settings programmed using the EzSet/EQ procedure, which may be viewed using the Speaker Setup menu (see Advanced Functions section). Consult the owner’s guide for your multi- channel player for more information.

Resolution to Display: This setting, which may also be accessed from the AVR Settings menu, reflects the video output resolution, which is dependent upon the capabilities of the video display.

•If the display is connected to the AVR’s HDMI Output, the HDMI pro- tocol enables the two devices to communicate with each other, and the AVR will automatically select the correct video output resolution.

•If the display is connected to the AVR’s Component Video Outputs, there is no automatic detection of the display’s capabilities, and the video output resolution must be manually adjusted to match the display’s capabilities (which may be obtained from the display’s manual or its manufacturer’s Web site).

•If the display is connected to the AVR’s Composite or S-Video Monitor Output, the video output resolution must be manually set to 480i to view any content, including the AVR’s own menus.

Since there is no picture if the resolution is set higher than the display’s capability, adjust the resolution by pressing the front-panel Resolution Button repeatedly until the correct setting appears in the front-panel Message Display. For composite and S-video, the correct setting is 480i. For component video, it is the highest resolution where a picture is visible. You will be prompted to accept or cancel the resolution change, as the CANCEL message will appear on the front panel.

Press the ¤ Button to view the ACCEPT option, and then press the OK Button to complete the change to the output resolution.

NOTE: When the display has a DVI input which is connected to the AVR using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter, the picture will be distorted or blank if the display is not HDCP-compliant. In that case, a different video connection must be used (component, composite or S-video).

Resolution from Source: This line, which is informational only, indi- cates the video format (NTSC or PAL) output by the source device. NTSC is the video format used for standard-definition television in the U.S. and other parts of the world. The PAL format is used in parts of

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Contents AVR Safety Information Important Safety InstructionsImportant Safety Information Staple Invoice Here Table of Contents Introduction Thank you for choosing a Harman Kardon productHarman Kardon AVR 254 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio SectionSupplied Accessories Audio InputsAudio/Video 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 Introduction to Home Theater Surround ModesTypical Home Theater System Multichannel AudioConnecting Source Devices to the AVR ConnectionsTypes of Connections Speaker ConnectionsAudio Connections Digital AudioFM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See Figure AntennasVideo Connections Digital VideoRS-232 Serial Port Speaker Placement Placement of Surround Speakers in a 5.1-Channel SystemFront Speaker Placement Placement of Surround Speakers in a 7.1-Channel SystemSubwoofer Placement Installation Step One Connect the SpeakersStep Two Connect the Subwoofer Step Three Connect the AntennasHdmi Connections Audio Connections for non-HDMI sourcesVideo 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 Six Plug in AC Power Step Seven Insert Batteries in RemoteStep Eight Program Sources Into the Remote Turn on your source device Enter a code from , aboveStep Eleven Turn On the AVR Select one or bothTwo steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR AVR Power On and Source Selectors Initial Setup Using the On-Screen Menu SystemConfigure 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 Using the Tuner AVR defaults to automatic tuning, meaning each pressSource Selection If a video source is playing and there is no pictureOn screen when a video display is in use To store a channel in one of the 40 preset locationsPress the OK Button to store the new preset RecordingSelecting a Surround Mode Stereo Jack InputAnalog Audio Signals Digital Audio SignalsAdvanced Functions Audio Processing and Surround SoundIndicates that no surround information is present Virtual Surround Dolby Virtual Speaker Reference or WideDolby Surround Settings Night ModeManual Setup Step Three Manual Setup MenuStep Two Measure Speaker Distances Adjust Crossover Frequencies Menu Sub ModeNumber of Speakers Step Four Setting Channel Output Levels Manually Adjust Speaker Distance MenuMake sure all speakers have been connected correctly Off For normal listening Audio Effects MenuVideo Adjustments Nature For programs shot outdoors, in a natural settingSports For sporting events Movie For movies and many television broadcastsHow to Adjust the Custom Picture Settings Brightness AdjustmentContrast Adjustment Color AdjustmentInstalling a Multizone System Multizone OperationOperating the Multizone System OK Button to display the Zone Control menu. See FigureSystem Settings General AVR SettingsMenu Appearance Menus and displays English, French, Spanish or GermanAdvanced Remote Control Functions Resetting the RemoteProcessor Reset Punch-Through ProgrammingMemory Troubleshooting Guide Appendix Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes Table A2 Source Setting DefaultsAppendix Table A1 Recommended Source Component ConnectionsTable A3 Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults Table A4 Delay Setting DefaultsTable A5 Source Settings Table A6 Audio Effects SettingsTable A7 Video Modes Settings Table A9 Remote Control Codes Table A10 System SettingsTable A8 Surround Modes Table A11 Zone 2 Settings Table A12 Surround ModesMode Group Enveloping sound field is desired Experience TunerMovie Back channel 0 or .1, EX Analog 2-channel Tuner Music adds a surround back channel Analog 2-channel TunerSurround Mode Description Incoming Bitstream or Signal Rate used on DVD-Video discsPerformance DTS-ES MatrixAppropriate when a subwoofer is used Channel StereoChannels Tuner PCM 32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz Channel 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 A21 Remote Control Product Codes CBL Table A22 Remote Control Product CodesTable A23 Remote Control Product Codes Table A24 Remote Control Product Codes AUX- TiVOPage Page AVR 254 Technical Specifications DTS
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