Harman-Kardon AVR5 System Setup, Center Speaker Configuration, Output Level Adjustment

System Configuration

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System Setup

Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the final step in the setup process is to enter the settings that configure the AVR5 for the type of speakers used in your system, the calibra- tion of the output levels and the delay times used by the surround sound processor. Before proceeding further, this is a good time to review the installation section of the manual to make certain that all connections are properly made.

You are now ready to power up the AVR5 to begin these final adjustments.

1.Plug the Power Cable Ý to an unswitched AC outlet.

2.Press the Main Power Switch 1 in so that it latches in with the “OFF” wording on the top of the switch inside the front panel. Note that the

Power Indicator 3 will briefly turn red, then amber, indicating that the unit is in the Standby mode.

3.Install the two supplied AAA batteries in the remote as shown. Be certain to observe the (+) and (–) polarity indicators shown in the bottom of the battery compartment.

4.Turn the AVR5 on either by pressing the System Power Control 2on the front panel, or via the remote by pressing the Main Power On button

•. The Power Indicator 3will briefly turn red and then green to con- firm that the unit is on, and the Information Display øwill also light up.

Center Speaker Configuration

An initial adjustment tells the AVR5 which type of center speakers are in use. This is important as it adjusts the settings that determine if they receive low- frequency (bass) information. For these settings use the LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular position are tra- ditional full-range loudspeakers that are capable of reproducing sounds below 100Hz. Use the SMALL setting for small- er, frequency-limited satellite or center speakers that do not reproduce sounds below 100Hz. Note that when “small” speakers are used, a subwoofer is required to reproduce low-frequency sounds. Remember that the “large” and “small” descriptions do not refer to the actual physical size of the speakers, but their ability to reproduce low-frequency sounds. If you are in doubt as to which category describes your speakers, consult the specifications in the speakers’ owner’s manual, or ask your dealer.

With the AVR5 turned on, follow these steps to configure the speakers:

1.Put the AVR5 in the Dolby Pro Logic mode by pressing the Dolby Pro

Logic Selector * on the front panel or by pressing the Surround Mode Selector on the remote, until PRO LOGIC appears in the Information Display ø and the PRO LOGIC indicator lights.

2.Press the Center button öon the front panel or the Center button ´ on the remote.

3.Press the Center button öon the front panel or the Center button ´ on the remote until the desired center channel speaker type appears in the

Information Display ø, using the definitions for “Large” and “Small” that appear above. If no center channel speaker is installed, press the button until the display reads NONE as shown in the Information Display.

NOTE: The AVR5’s subwoofer output is always active, regardless of the center channel configuration setting.

Output Level Adjustment

Output level adjustment is a key part of the configuration process for any sur- round sound product. It is particularly important for a digital-ready receiver such as the AVR5, as correct outputs will ensure that you hear sound tracks in their proper place with the proper intensity.