REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.
XM Antenna Jack: Plug in an XM antenna module here. The XM antenna module is purchased separately, and should specify that it is for home use with an XM Ready® product. You will need to subscribe to the XM service, which is available separately, and activate the service for your antenna module. (XM service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii.)
Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs: Use two- conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct speaker. Remember to observe the correct polarity (positive and negative connections). Always connect the positive lead to the colored terminal on the receiver and the red terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative lead to the black terminal on both the receiver and the speaker. See the Connections section for more information on connecting your speakers.
Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwoofer with a
Video 1, Video 2 and DVD Audio/Video Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect your
Video 1 Audio/Video Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect your VCR or another recorder.
Composite and
HDMI Inputs and Output: HDMI
The AVR 147 is Simplay
NOTE: The AVR 147 will not convert other types of video to HDMI, and you will not be able to view the
CD and Tape Audio Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect
Tape Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect a CDR or another
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Inputs: If your source has a compatible digital audio output, connect it to one of these jacks for improved audio performance. Use only one type of digital audio connection for each source.
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Outputs: If a source is also an audio recorder, you may connect a compatible digital audio output to the recorder’s input for improved recording quality.
The Bridge/DMP Input: Connect the optional Harman Kardon TheBridgeTM to this input for use with your iPod (not included). Make sure the receiver is turned off (in Standby mode) when connecting The Bridge.
Component Video Inputs: If both your video source (e.g., DVD player or HDTV tuner) and your television or video display have analog component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, then you may connect the component video outputs of your source to one of the two component video inputs. Do not make any other video connections to that source.
Component Video Monitor Outputs: If you are using either of the Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is
Switched AC Accessory Outlet: You may plug the AC power cord of one source device into this outlet, and it will turn on whenever you turn on the receiver. Do not use a source that consumes more than 50 watts of power.
AC Power Cord: After you have made all other connections, plug the AC power cord into an unswitched outlet.
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