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- Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 1
Designed to Entertain.TM AVR 145 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER OWNER'S MANUAL - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 2
- Configure Sources 31 OPERATION 31 Turning On the AVR 145 31 Sleep Timer 31 Volume Control 32 Mute Function 32 Tone Controls 32 Headphones 32 Source Selection 33 Audio Input Selection 33 Video Input Selection 33 6-Channel Direct Inputs 33 Using the Tuner 34 Recording 34 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 3
, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 17. If an outside antenna or cable system protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 4
of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center. It is important that you remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control. - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 5
experience. In the years since our first single-channel component was introduced, Harman Kardon has offered a number of receiver models, each an improvement upon its predecessors, leading to the AVR 145, a 5.1-channel digital audio/video receiver that offers a wealth of listening and viewing options - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 6
serial port for system upgrades • Switched accessory power outlet Supplied Accessories The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 145. If any of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. • System remote control • AM loop antenna • FM - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 7
FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS Main Power Switch: This is a mechanical switch that turns the power supply on or off. It is usually left pressed in (On position) at all times, and cannot be turned on using the remote control. Standby/On Switch: This is an electrical switch that turns the receiver on for - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 8
Headphone Jack Digital Audio Inputs Tuner Band Source Select Tuning Mode Analog Audio Inputs Video Inputs NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that refer to this illustration, a copy of this page may be downloaded from the Product Support section at www - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 9
may be used with your personal computer in case Harman Kardon offers a software upgrade for the receiver at some time in the future. RS-232 Mode: Leave this switch popped out in the Operate position unless the AVR 145 is being upgraded. RS-232 Reset: This switch is only used during a software - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 10
Monitor Outputs Audio Inputs Serial Port (1 & 2) Video 1 A/V DVD A/V Component Video The Bridge/ RS-232 RS-232 Outputs Inputs Inputs (1 & 2) DMP Input Reset Mode AC Power Cord CD Inputs Tape Inputs Tape Subwoofer Outputs Output Front Speaker Outputs 6-Channel Inputs Surround - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 11
Channel Inputs as the audio source. The receiver will use the video input and remote control codes for the last-selected video source. EzSet (SPL) Button: Press this button to run the EzSet output-level calibration procedure. Make sure to point the remote toward the receiver during EzSet. The Bridge - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 12
Selectors 6-Channel Input Selector TheBridgeTM /DMP Selector TV/Video Volume Control Not Used Speaker Setup Set Delay Numeric Keys Memory Clear Preset Stations Selectors Disc Skip Macros Surround Mode Selectors Dim 145 NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 13
accessing the functions of the four buttons surrounding this area of the remote - Channel Level, Speaker Setup, Digital Input or Delay. Digital Input Select: Press this button to select the specific digital audio input (or analog audio input) you used for the current source. Delay: Press this button - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 14
, which will make setup and operation smoother. If you are already familiar with home theater, you may skip this section and proceed to the Connections section on page 15. Typical Home Theater System A home theater typically includes your audio/video receiver, which controls the system; a DVD - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 15
3 - Subwoofer Pre-out Subwoofer Connecting Source Devices to the AVR The AVR 145 is designed to process audio and video input signals, playing back the audio and displaying the video on a television or monitor connected to the AVR. These signals originate in what are known as "source devices - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 16
Bridge/DMP port on the receiver. Dock your iPod (not included) in The Bridge, and you may listen to your materials through your high-performance audio system. You may even use the AVR 145 remote to control the iPod, with navigation messages displayed on the front panel and on the screen of a video - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 17
-232 Serial Port The RS-232 serial port on the AVR 145 is used only for data. If Harman Kardon releases a software upgrade for the receiver's operating system at some time in the future, the upgrade may be downloaded to the AVR using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at that time. 17 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 18
on top of, below or mounted on the wall above or below the video display screen. The front left and right speakers are placed along the the low frequencies sound best. Place the subwoofer in that spot. NOTE: Your receiver will sound its best when the same model loudspeaker is used for all positions - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 19
on the receiver. Use the Connection Color Guide on page 15 as a reference. AVR 145 AVR 145 C FR Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, etc.). In Table 2 we recommend connecting certain types of sources to certain source inputs to make it easier to program and use the remote control. Decide which audio - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 20
connections shown in Table 2 below in order to simplify programming your receiver and remote control. However, you may connect any device to any source input. Device Type VCR, DVR, PVR, TiVo or other audio/video recorder Cable TV, Satellite, HDTV or other device that delivers television programs - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 21
recording. The AVR 145 remote control is programmed to operate many brands and models of cable and satellite television devices, and we recommend connecting your cable or satellite set-top box to this source. Referring to Table 2, connect your set-top box to the Video 2 Analog Audio inputs and to - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 22
device using component video outputs to the component Video 2 inputs on the receiver, if those jacks are not in use by another device. The BridgeTM With Harman Kardon's optional The Bridge, you can listen to audio stored on your iPod (not included), use your AVR 145 remote control to operate the - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 23
to access the codes that control the receiver, or the Input Selector buttons to access the codes for the devices programmed into the remote. At the factory, the AVR 145's codes and the codes to control an iPod docked in The Bridge are preprogrammed, and the codes for many Harman Kardon DVD and CD - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 24
for that device. See pages 43 through 44 for instructions on these advanced programming functions. NOTE: The AVR 145 remote is preprogrammed to operate the transport controls of Harman Kardon DVD players when the AVR or the Video 2 (cable/satellite) or Video 3 (TV) source is selected. The volume and - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 25
INITIAL SETUP Before you begin enjoying your new receiver, a few adjustments should be made to configure the AVR 145 to match your actual system. Make sure that you have connected a video display to either the Svideo or composite video monitor output on the receiver. When you turn on your display - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 26
the AVR 145 divides back and change these settings. With the receiver and video display turned on, press the OSD Button on the remote. Use the ¤ Button on the remote to move the cursor to the MANUAL SETUP line, and press the Set Button to display the Manual Setup menu. 26 Figure 36 - Manual Setup - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 27
speaker outputs. NOTE: If you are using a Harman Kardon HKTS speaker system, select the SMALL setting for the AVR. Move the cursor to the BACK TO MANUAL SETUP line and press the Set Button to return to the Manual Setup Menu. NOTE: The Speaker/Channel Indicators on the front panel of the receiver - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 28
have connected all of your speakers and sources and your video display. You should have turned on the receiver and used the Manual Setup menus to program each of your speakers as Large or Small. Sit in the listening position with the remote control, and make sure to eliminate external noises for the - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 29
screen. If the test tone sounds as loud in the rear speakers as it does coming from the other speakers, then the receiver is performing correctly. As the tone circulates to each speaker position, the semi-OSD system and the front panel will display a message reporting which channel the tone is being - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 30
reason no digital signal is available, the AVR 145 will switch to the analog inputs for the source. This situation can occur with some cable or satellite television broadcasts, where some channels are broadcast with digital audio and others with analog audio. For some sources, the Auto Poll feature - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 31
, CD, TAPE, VID1, VID2, VID3 or The Bridge/DMP), the remote will switch modes so that it will only transmit the codes programmed to operate that device. In order to control the receiver, you will need to press the AVR Button to return the remote to AVR mode. Figure 47 - Sleep Button When the sleep - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 32
two messages will scroll on the right side to indicate whether The Bridge is unplugged or connected. If you have retitled this source, then only the new name will appear in the upper line. The AVR 145 will switch to the audio and video inputs assigned to that source. If you set the BASS MGR - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 33
settings you programmed using the Manual Setup menu. Consult the owner's guide for your multichannel player for more information. Using the Tuner The AVR 145's built-in tuner may be selected in one of three ways: 1. Press the Source Selector Button on the front panel repeatedly until the tuner is - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 34
The Bridge is connected to its proprietary input on the AVR 145 and the iPod is docked, you may play the audio materials on your iPod through your high-quality audio system, operate the iPod using the AVR remote or the AVR's front-panel controls, view navigation messages on the AVR's front panel or - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 35
controls available when The Bridge is in use. iPod Function Remote Control Key Front-Panel Surround Mode (Remote) To select a surround mode using the full-OSD menu system, press the OSD Button to theater entertainment, using your AVR 145. As you become more familiar with the receiver, you may wish - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 36
when this mode is active. Press the Stereo Button on the remote repeatedly to select this mode. 3. Analog Surround Modes: One of the main benefits of a surround receiver such as the AVR 145 is its ability to process 2-channel audio signals to produce multichannel surround sound in a variety of modes - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 37
a flag meant to signal the receiver to decode the surround back channel. Since the AVR 145 is only capable of processing and playing 5.1 channels, the indications EX-OFF or ES-OFF, as appropriate, will always appear for 6.1-channel bitstreams. When a PCM signal is received, the PCM message, followed - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 38
sources. Default Modes During initial use or after a processor reset, the AVR 145 will default to the Logic 7 Music mode for all analog and PCM audio inputs. Subsequently, when a source input is selected and an analog or PCM signal is received, the AVR will switch to the last surround mode used for - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 39
, discrete main audio channels from matrix surround-encoded or 2-channel analog sources. Dimension (adjusts depth of soundstage) • Panorama (adjusts wraparound surround effect) Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that emphasizes use of the surround channels and subwoofer for total immersion in the video - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 40
music recordings. • DTS-ES Matrix • DTS-ES Discrete • Analog (2-channel) • PCM (44.1kHz or 48kHz) Exclusive to Harman Kardon, Logic 7 enhances 2-channel recordings by deriving separate information for the surround back channels. This provides more accurate placement of sound, improves panning and - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 41
followed the instructions in Step Four of the Initial Setup section, then you let EzSet handle this critical task for you, simply and automatically. However, if you prefer to make these adjustments manually, the AVR 145's Channel Adjust menu allows you to do so, either using the system's test tone - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 42
modes. System Settings The AVR 145 offers several system settings that allow you to make the receiver easier to use rather than directly affecting performance. Most of these settings may be accessed from the SYSTEM SETUP menu, which is selected by pressing the OSD Button and navigating to the - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 43
receiver is turned on 2. Press the Set Button on the front panel and hold it for about five seconds. A message indicating the current brightness setting (see above) will appear in the display. Use the front-panel ‹/› Buttons to change the setting. Advanced Remote Control Functions The AVR 145 remote - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 44
in the display. If the receiver still does not function correctly after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance. Service centers may be located by visiting our Web site at www. harmankardon.com. Memory If the AVR 145 is unplugged or experiences a power - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 45
around power switch is red • Amplifier is in protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier is in protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and speaker ends • Contact your local Harman Kardon service center No sound from surround or center - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 46
AVR 145 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 50 Watts per channel, 20Hz-20kHz, @ - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 47
remote product codes Table A1 - Source Input Setting Defaults Source DVD Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 The Bridge/DMP CD Title Component Comp V 1 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 1 Video Input Comp V 1 Audio Small Sub 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz Left/Right 6-Channel Small Small Small Sub 100Hz 100Hz 100Hz - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 48
Source DVD Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 The Bridge/DMP CD Title Video Input Component Video Input Audio Input The Bridge/DMP Auto Poll --- Surround Mode Tape Tuner 6-Channel INT. TUNER Tuner 6-Channel --- --- Table A5 - Speaker/Channel Settings Source DVD Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Bass - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 49
Type (circle one) Video 1 VCR, PVR Video 2 Cable, Satellite Video 3 TV DVD DVD CD CD, CDR Tape Cassette APPENDIX Remote Control Code Table A7 - System Settings Feature Default Setting VFD Fade Time Out Off Volume Default Off Default Vol Set -25dB Semi OSD Time Out 5 seconds - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 50
61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 Refer to the numbered buttons in this drawing when using the Function List. Figure 69 - Remote Control Function List Reference 50 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 51
The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select The Bridge (DMP) Select 15 Sleep/CH+ Sleep Audio Channel + Channel + Channel + Channel + Channel + 16 Test Tone Test Tone - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 52
APPENDIX No. Button Name AVR Function 45 Direct Direct Tuner Entry 46 Clear Clear 47 Preset Up Preset Tune Up 48 Tuning Down Tuning Down 49 Tone Tone mode 50 D. - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 53
codes for your components into the remote. Table A9 - Remote Control Product Codes - TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code FUNAI FUTURETECH GE GOLDSTAR/LG GRUNDIG HALL MARK HARMAN KARDON HITACHI INFINITY INKEL JBL JC PENNEY JENSEN JVC 045 029 087 121 123 128 133 145 159 163 101 110 122 128 132 193 128 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 54
SONY SOUNDESIGN SPECTRICON SSS SYLVANIA SYMPHONIC TANDY TATUNG TECHNICS TECHWOOD Setup Code Number 069 128 077 145 148 030 123 128 132 145 148 115 123 148 148 069 128 084 115 123 148 169 045 115 123 128 132 148 033 034 035 036 123 128 132 145 148 024 123 128 128 132 133 059 122 128 132 165 032 087 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 55
Manufacturer/Brand TEKNIKA TELERENT TERA THOMSON TMK TOSHIBA TOTEVISION VIDEO CONCEPTS VIDTECH WARDS YAMAHA YORK YUPITERU ZENITH ZONDA Setup Code Number 045 069 115 123 128 132 069 156 190 191 128 063 129 202 132 160 128 069 128 132 148 123 128 128 045 069 090 122 APPENDIX 55 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 56
APPENDIX Table A10 - Remote Control Product Codes - VCR Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number AIWA AKAI AMPRO ASA AUDIO DYNAMICS BROKSONIC CANDLE CANON CAPEHART CITIZEN COMCAST CRAIG DAEWOO DAYTRON DBX DYNATECH EMERSON FISHER FUNAI GE GO VIDEO GOLDSTAR/LG HARMAN KARDON HITACHI JC PENNEY JENSEN JVC - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 57
SANYO SCOTT SEARS SHARP SONY SOUNDESIGN SYLVANIA SYMPHONIC TANDY TASHICO TATUNG TEAC TEKNIKA THOMAS TiVo TMK TOSHIBA TOTEVISION UNITECH VECTOR RESEARCH VIDEO CONCEPTS VIDEOSONIC WARDS YAMAHA ZENITH Setup Code Number 017 020 040 045 159 020 045 051 095 105 109 048 116 147 017 020 110 112 017 020 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 58
APPENDIX Table A11 - Remote Control Product Codes - CD Manufacturer/Brand ADCOM AIWA AKAI AUDIO TECHNICA AUDIOACCESS AUDIOFILE BSR CALIFORNIA AUDIO CAPETRONIC CARRERA CARVER CASIO CLARINETTE DENON EMERSON FISHER FRABA FUNAI GE GENEXXA GOLDSTAR/LG HAITAI HARMAN KARDON HITACHI INKEL JC PENNEY JENSEN - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 59
DIGITAL TOSHIBA VECTOR RESEARCH VICTOR WARDS YAMAHA YORK Setup Code Number 169 058 093 095 104 105 108 146 154 039 013 074 097 151 155 173 087 120 130 095 019 031 053 061 135 169 166 Table A12 - Remote Control Product Codes - DVD Manufacturer/Brand APEX DIGITAL DENON GE GOLDSTAR/LG HARMAN KARDON - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 60
A13 - Remote Control Product Codes - SAT Manufacturer/Brand ALPHASTAR ALPHASTAR DBS ALPHASTAR DSR BIRDVIEW CHANNEL MASTER CHAPARRAL RCA DSS REALISTIC SAMSUNG SATELLITE SERVICE CO SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA SONY STAR CHOICE DBS STARCAST SUPER GUIDE TEECOM TOSHIBA UNIDEN ZENITH Setup Code Number 472 450 442 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 61
Table A14 - Remote Control Product Codes - TAPE Manufacturer/Brand HARMAN KARDON Setup Code Number 001 Table A15 - Remote COntrol Product Codes - CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ABC ALLEGRO AMERICAST ARCHER BELCOR CABLE STAR CITIZEN COLOUR VOICE DIGI EAGLE EASTERN ELECTRICORD EMERSON - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 62
036 122 123 170 205 011 033 034 039 042 113 124 211 019 025 086 089 190 065 125 211 219 116 Table A16 - Remote Control Product Codes - THE BRIDGE/DMP Manufacturer/Brand HARMAN KARDON TEN TECHNOLOGIES Setup Code Number 001 002 62 - Harman Kardon AVR 145 | Owners Manual - Page 63
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Designed to Entertain.
TM
AVR 145
AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER
OWNER’S MANUAL