Harman Kardon AVR 110 Owners Manual - Page 17

System Configuration System Setup Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps in the setup process are to program the AVR 110's bass management system for the type of speakers used in your system, calibrate the output levels, and set the delay times used by the surround-sound processor. The AVR 110 features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for the speaker configuration, surround mode, delay times, and output levels for each input source. This flexibility enables you to custom-tailor the way in which you listen to each source and have the AVR 110 memorize those settings. This means, for example, that you may use different output levels or trims for different sources, or set different speaker configurations with the resultant changes to the bass management system. Once these settings are made, they will automatically be recalled whenever you select that input. The factory default settings for the AVR 110 have all inputs configured for an analog source, stereo as the surround mode, the front left and right speakers set to "large," and a subwoofer connected. Before using the unit, you will probably want to change the settings for most inputs so that they are properly configured to reflect the use of digital or analog inputs, the type of speakers installed and the surround mode specifics. Remember that since the AVR 110 memorizes the settings for each input individually, you will need to make these adjustments for each input used. However, once they are made, further adjustment is only required when system components are changed. Once you have completed the settings for the first input, many settings may be duplicated for the remaining inputs. Remember that once the settings are made for one input, they must be made for all other input sources in your system. You are now ready to power up the AVR 110 to begin these final adjustments. 1. Plug the Power Cord ° into an unswitched AC outlet. 2. Press the Main Power Switch 1 in so that it latches in and is flush with the front panel. Note that the Power Indicator 3 will turn amber, indicating that the unit is in the Standby mode. 3. Remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. If left in place, the film may affect the performance of your remote control. 4. Install the three supplied AAA batteries in the remote as shown. Be certain to follow the (+) and (-) polarity indicators that are on the bottom of the battery compartment. 5. Turn the AVR 110 on either by pressing the System Power Control 2 on the front panel, or via the remote by pressing an Input Selector efg on the remote. The Power Indicator 3 will turn green to confirm that the unit is on, and the Information Display Û and other indicators ˜ also light up. Speaker Configuration These adjustments tell the AVR 110 which type of speakers are in use. This is important as it adjusts the settings that determine which speakers receive low-frequency (bass) information. For each of these settings use the LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular position are traditional full-range loudspeakers that are capable of reproducing sounds below 100Hz. Use the SMALL setting for smaller, frequency-limited satellite 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 AVR 110 turned on, follow these steps to configure the speakers: 1. Put the AVR 110 in the Dolby Pro Logic mode by pressing the Surround Mode Selector 7 on the front panel or by pressing the Surround Mode Selector j on the remote, until PRO LOGIC appears in the Main Information Display W and the PRO LOGIC indicator F lights. 2. Press the Speaker button 31 ı on the remote or front panel. The words FNT SPEAKER will appear in the Main Information Display W. 3. Press the Set button oÔ. 4. Press the ⁄/¤ buttons mq on the remote or the Selector buttons 5 on the front panel until either LARGE or SMALL appears, matching the type of speakers you have at the left-front and right-front positions, as described by the definitions shown in preceding section. When SMALL is selected, low-frequency sounds will be sent to the subwoofer output only. Note that if you choose this option, and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear any low-frequency sounds from the front channels. When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will be sent to the front-left and frontright outputs, and NO low-frequency signals will be sent to the subwoofer output. 5. When you have completed your selection for the front channel, press the Set button oÔ , and then press the ⁄/¤ buttons mq on the remote or the Selector buttons 5 on the front panel to change the display to CEN SPEAKER. 6. Press the Set button oÔ again, and use the ⁄/¤ buttons mq on the remote, or the Selector buttons 5 on the front panel, to select the option that best describes your system based on the speaker definitions shown in preceding section. When CEN SMALL is selected, low-frequency center-channel sounds will be sent to the subwoofer output only. Note that if you choose this option and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear any low-frequency sounds from the center-channel speaker. When CEN LARGE is selected, a fullrange output will be sent to the centerspeaker output, and NO center channel signal will be sent to the subwoofer output. NOTE: If you choose Logic 7 as the surround mode for the particular input source for which you are configuring your speakers, the AVR 110 will not make the LARGE option available for the center speaker. This 17 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION