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    AVR 1600 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER OWNER'S MANUAL
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    of the obsolete outlet. 10. Protect the power cord from being walked Service Instructions CAUTION - These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
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    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 frontpanel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control. 3
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    Audio Signals 30 Digital Audio Signals 30 Surround Modes 31 Dolby Surround Settings 32 Manual Speaker Setup 34 Audio Settings 34 Advanced Remote Control Functions 35 Processor Reset 35 Memory 36 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 37 APPENDIX 51 Trademark Acknowledgments 51
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    single component designed to simplify home entertainment without compromising performance. Over the years, Harman Kardon products have become easier to use, while offering more features and sounding better than ever. The AVR 1600 7.1-channel digital audio/video receiver continues this tradition with
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    of Use • EzSet/EQ™ automated setup (microphone supplied) • Text-based on-screen menu system available at composite video and HDMI outputs (480i only) • Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display • Color-coded connections • Programmable, 11-device remote control • Source input renaming • Lip Sync
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    Volume FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 7 Tuning Channel Mode Level Control Digital Input Standby/On Switch Remote IR Sensor / Navigation Tuning Surround Mode Headphone Jack/EzSet/EQ USB Port Microphone Input Digital Audio Inputs (Optical 3 and Coaxial 3) Video 3 Analog Audio and Video
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    the PROTECT message ever appears, turn off the AVR and unplug it. Check all speaker wires for a possible short. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using it again. Standby/On Switch: This electrical switch turns the receiver
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    Surround Speaker Outputs Coaxial Digital Audio Output Center Speaker Outputs Optical 1& 2 Digital Audio Inputs Main Power Switch 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
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    : HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a connection for transmitting digital audio and video signals between devices. Connect up to three HDMIequipped source devices to the HDMI inputs using a single-cable connection. When you connect the HDMI Output to your video display, the AVR 1600
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    Power Off Source Selectors 6-/8-Channel Input Selector 6/8CH Volume Controls TV/Video Speaker Setup Navigation OK Delay Numeric Keys Memory Clear Preset Stations Selectors Disc Skip Macros Dim NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions throughout the manual that refer to this illustration
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    button to select the 6-/8-Channel Inputs as the audio source. If a signal is present at the component video inputs assigned to this source, it will be used. If not, the receiver will use the video input and remote control codes for the last-selected analog video source. Test Tone: Press this button
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    on whether the tuning mode has been set to manual or automatic, each press will either change one Controls: These buttons have no effect on the receiver, but are used to control many source components. By default, when the remote is operating the receiver, these buttons will control a Harman Kardon
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    concepts unique to multichannel surround sound receivers, which will make setup and operation smoother. Typical Home Theater System A home theater typically includes an audio/video receiver, which controls the system; a disc player; a source component for television broadcasts (cable box, satellite
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    and video. If your video display device has an HDMI input, make a single HDMI connection from each source device to the AVR. Usually, a separate digital audio connection is not required. Turn the volume on your television all the way down. Digital Audio The AVR 1600 is equipped with three HDMI (High
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    PCM signals via an HDMI connection. Consult the owner's guide for your disc player for more information, and see page 25. Front Surround Center Multichannel analog audio cable (RCA) White Blue Green Subwoofer Red Gray Purple Figure 8 - Multichannel Analog Audio The AVR 1600 has an Auxiliary
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    13. CONNECTIONS Figure 13 - AM Antenna USB Port The USB Port on the AVR 1600 is used only for software upgrades. If an upgrade for the receiver's operating system is released in the future, it may be downloaded to the AVR using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at that time. 17
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    Neo:6 mode. Using the AVR 1600 in a 6.1-channel configuration is not recomm11e0n° ded. The 6.1-channel formats will sound bSeLtter when played 1th50ro° ugh a 7.1-channel sys- 150° 110° tem. The same surround back channel information is played through both surround back speakers, but with twice
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    may also be assigned to any source. The 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs are selected as a separate source, but may only be used with one of the two component video inputs. For superior audio and video performance, the AVR 1600 is equipped with three dedicated HDMI inputs, which may be used with any
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    channel analog audio input, that input becomes the AVR source. The digital audio inputs will be assigned to a source during Initial Setup. NoteS: • For multichannel disc players, if both the device and the TV use HDMI connections for video, then check the owner's manual television signals to the AVR
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    cause one of the Source Selectors to light, check or replace the batteries. Step EIGHT - Program Sources Into the Remote The AVR 1600 remote may be programmed to control many brands and models of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center and TVs
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    operate the volume, channel or transport controls of another device without having to switch the remote's device mode. See pages 35 through 36 for instructions on these advanced programming functions. Note: The AVR 1600 remote is preprogrammed to operate the transport controls of Harman Kardon Blu
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    INITIAL SETUP In this section, you will configure the AVR 1600 to match your actual system. A video display must be connected to one of the video monitor outputs on the receiver. Using the On-Screen Menu System Although it's possible to configure the AVR using only the remote and the front-panel
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    configure the surround back speaker manually, as described in the Advanced Functions section. The 6.1-channel configuration is not recommended. If the subwoofer is to be connected to the Front Speaker Outputs, do not connect the subwoofer until after running the EzSet/EQ process. The AVR 1600 will
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    /EQ procedure, which may be viewed using the Speaker Setup menu (see Advanced Functions section). Consult the owner's guide for your multichannel player for more information. System Settings The AVR 1600 offers system settings that make the receiver easier to use. Access these settings by pressing
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    INITIAL SETUP HDMI Audio to TV: Determines whether HDMI audio signals are passed through the HDMI Output to the video display. In normal operation, leave this setting OFF, as audio will be played through the AVR. To use the TV by itself, without the home theater system, turn this setting ON. Mute
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    If the PROTECT message ever appears in the Message Display, turn off the AVR and unplug it. Check all speaker wires for a short. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using it again. Volume Control Adjust the volume either by
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    to any source, press its Source Selector on the remote. The AVR selects the audio and video inputs assigned to the source, and any other settings made during setup. The source name, the audio and video inputs assigned to the source, and the surround mode will appear on the front panel. The source
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    Turn off the Tone setting, and the AVR does the rest. • 5 CH STEREO plays the left-channel signal through the front and surround left speakers, the right-channel . See the Advanced Functions section for more information. Video Game: Use to select a surround mode for game playback: Logic 7 Game, or
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    are available in 7.1-channel configurations. The AVR 1600 is able to play the new audio formats, delivering a more exciting home theater experience. NOTE: To use the 6.1- and 7.1-channel surround modes, the Surround Back channels must be enabled. See the Manual Speaker Setup section on page 32
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    HD Master Audio. For 2-channel materials, the AVR defaults to Logic 7 Movie mode. If you prefer a different surround mode, select the surround mode category: Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie, Music or Video mode turned On, some of the sound from the front speakers is moved to the surround speakers,
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    1600's performance. If you are unable to run EzSet/EQ calibration, or if you wish to make further adjustments, use the Manual Speaker Setup on-screen menus. Before beginning, place your loudspeakers as explained in the Speaker Placement section, and connect them to the AVR. Consult the owner's guide
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    Manual Setup menu (see Figure 29). Navigate to the Crossover line and press the OK Button to display the Crossover menu. See Figure 28. NOTE: If you are using a Harman Kardon Four - Setting Channel Output Levels Manually For a conventional 2-channel receiver, the balance control affects the stereo
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    the setting to ON. Any time you manually move the cursor out Advanced Remote Control Functions The remote control not only operates the AVR 1600, but it also serves as a universal remote that may be programmed to operate many of your other home theater components, as described in the Installation
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    that the Power Indicator turns amber). Then press and hold the front-panel Surround Mode Button for at least 5 seconds until the RESET message appears. If the receiver does not function correctly ofter a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance. Authorized
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    due to possible short • Amplifier is in protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker wires for shorts at receiver and speaker ends • Contact your local Harman Kardon service center No sound from surround or • Incorrect surround mode center speakers • Input is monaural • Incorrect
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    of Component Video 2, Video 2 S-Video, Video 2 Composite Video Input • One of Component Video 2, Video 3 S-Video or Video 3 Composite Video Input • Component Video 1 Input • HDMI 1 Input • HDMI 2 Input • HDMI 3 Input • Not required • Not required • Not required Note: The AVR 1600 is equipped with
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    V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 2 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Comp V 1 Video Input Audio Input Coax 1 HDMI HDMI HDMI Analog Optical 1 Analog Analog Analog Auto Poll On On On On Off On Off Off On Surround Logic 7 Logic 7 Logic 7 Logic 7 Logic 7 Logic 7 Logic 7 Logic
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    Center Channel Level Surround Left Channel Level Surround Right Channel Level Surround Back Left Channel Level Surround Back Right Channel Level Subwoofer Channel Level † T he 6-channel inputs are "direct" inputs, meaning their signals are passed directly to the volume control
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    Remote Control Codes Source Input Product Type (circle one) Remote Control Code Video 1 VCR, PVR, DMC Video 2 Cable, Satellite Video 3 TV HDMI 1 DVD, VCR/PVR/DMC, Cable/Satellite HDMI 2 DVD, VCR/PVR/DMC, Cable/Satellite HDMI 3 DVD, VCR/PVR/DMC, Cable/Satellite DVD DVD, Harman Kardon
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    or HD-DVD encoded with Dolby TrueHD, delivered via HDMI Dolby Digital Stereo Delivers a 2-channel surround back channel which may be played through one or two surround back speakers. The Dolby Pro Logic IIx modes may be selected not only with Dolby Digital bitstreams, but thanks to the AVR 1600
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    recording in up to 7.1 channels, for an incredibly accurate performance. • Blu-ray Disc or HD-DVD discs encoded with DTS-HD Master Audio technology, delivered via HDMI DTS-ES Matrix DTS Extended Surround adds a single surround back channel to DTS 5.1 digital surround sound. The Matrix version
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    below Logic 7 Especially suited to 2-channel sources containing Dolby Surround or matrix Movie encoding, Logic 7 Movie mode increases center channel intelligibility. • Analog (2-channel) • Tuner • PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz) Logic 7 Music The AVR 1600 is programmed at the factory
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    57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 Refer to the numbered buttons in this image when using the Function List. Figure 31 - Remote Control Function List Reference 44
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    TV/CBL 23 Vol Down Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down 24 CH./Guide Channel Trim Title or Disc Menu Continuous Play Guide Disc Menu Info/Guide 25 Speaker/Menu Speaker Adjust Menu or Setup Intro Scan Menu Menu Setup Menu 26 Move/Adjust Up
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    ) Pause Pause Pause Pause Pause Pause (DVD) Pause (DVD) Pause (DVD) Pause Note: When any of the transport controls are pressed while the remote is in AVR, Video 2 or Video 3 mode, the remote will automatically switch to DVD mode and the command will be applied to the DVD player. If you then
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    codes for your components into the remote. Table A11 - Remote Control Product Codes: TV TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code TECHWOOD TEKNIKA TELERENT TERA THOMSON TIVO TMK TOSHIBA TOTEVISION VIDEO CONCEPTS VIDTECH VIEWSONIC VIZIO WARDS WESTINGHOUSE YAMAHA YORK
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    VECTOR RESEARCH VIDEO CONCEPTS VIDEOSONIC WARDS YAMAHA ZENITH 040 040 017 040 040 048 040 040 004 005 006 007 008 009 011 012 013 112 155 045 045 018 018 040 045 040 045 112 018 040 048 040 050 076 083 Table A13 - Remote Control Product Codes: CD CD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number
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    058 067 030 063 005 055 064 Table A15 - Remote Control Product Codes: SAT SAT Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number BIRDVIEW CHANNEL MASTER CHAPARRAL CITOH DIRECTV DISH NETWORK DRAKE DX ANTENNA ECHOSTAR ELECTRO HOME FUJITSU GENERAL INSTRUMENT HITACHI HOUSTON TRACKER HUGHES JANIEL JERROLD LEGEND
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    480 359 384 385 387 394 419 488 Table A16 - Remote Control Product Codes: Tape Game Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number MICROSOFT (XBOX) 001 Table A17 - Remote Control Product Codes: Cable Cable Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number ABC ALLEGRO AMERICAST ARCHER BELCOR CABLE STAR CITIZEN COMCAST
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    AVR 1600 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode, Continuous Average Power (FTC) 50 Watts per channel, 20Hz-20kHz, @
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AVR 1600
AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER
OWNER’S MANUAL