Harman-Kardon AVR 3550HD owner manual Connect a CD Player or Any Audio-Only Device

INSTALLATION

Composite/S-Video:If the best video connection common to both the set-top box and the TV is either S-video or composite video, follow these steps (see Figure 27):

•Connect the set-top’s S-video or composite video output (one only) to the corresponding Video 1, 2 or 3 Input.

•Connect the set-top’s digital audio output to one of the Coaxial or Optical Inputs. For fully analog set-top boxes, connect the box’s analog audio outputs to the Analog 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Audio Inputs.

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Figure 27 – Connecting a Composite- or S-Video-Equipped Set-Top Box

Connect a CD Player or Any Audio-Only Device

If the player has a digital audio output, connect it to any available digital audio input on the AVR. If not, connect the player’s analog audio outputs to the Analog 1 or 2 Audio Inputs. No video connection is required. The AVR will display any signal present at the video input assigned to the same source. See Figure 28.

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Figure 28 – Connecting a CD or Audio-Only Source

NOTE: A turntable requires an internal or external phono preamp available at audio specialty stores or through the Harman Kardon Parts Dept. Connect it to any set of analog audio inputs.

Connect a Tape Deck or Any Audio-Only Recorder

If the recorder has digital audio inputs and outputs, connect either its coaxial or optical digital audio output (not both) to the corresponding input on the AVR, and connect the Coaxial Digital Audio Output to the recorder’s coaxial digital audio input.

To make analog audio recordings, connect the recorder’s analog audio outputs to the Analog 2 Audio Inputs, and the recorder’s analog audio inputs to the Analog 2 Audio Outputs.

No video connection is required. The AVR will display any signal present at the video input assigned to the same source. See Figure 29.

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Figure 29 – Connecting an Audio Recorder

Connect an iPod Using Docking Station

The AVR 3550HD includes The Bridge II, a docking station compatible with most docking iPod models, 4G and later (not included). Use the AVR remote to enjoy navigation and control of audio and video content stored on the iPod following the on-screen menus.

Plug the proprietary cable from The Bridge II into the connector, as shown in Figure 30. Use a dock adapter to avoid damaging The Bridge II or the iPod during use. Refer to the Adapter Identification Chart packed with The Bridge II to select one of the included adapters, or use an adapter supplied by Apple Inc.

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Figure 30 – The Bridge II Connector

NOTE: The original version of this accessory, known as The Bridge, is not compatible with the AVR 3550HD.

Use a stereo 1/8-inch mini-plug RCA interconnect cable to connect any portable audio player to the front-panel Audio Inputs. See Figure 31.

Connecting a Game Console, Camera or Other Device

Use the front-panel audio/video inputs to connect a device temporarily. When not in use, place the supplied covers over the jacks by snapping them in place. To remove, gently press on the left side of each cover so that it pivots out.

Video Components: Install video components, e.g., game consoles and camcorders, as follows (see Figure 31):

•Connect the component’s S-video or composite video output (use only one) to the AVR’s front-panel Input.

•Connect the component’s optical or coaxial digital audio output to either the Optical or Coaxial Input on the front panel. Connect an analog device’s audio outputs to the AVR’s front-panel Analog Audio Inputs.

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