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- Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 1
Harman Kardon AVR85 Audio/ Video Receiver Volume AL TV DVD V1 V2 V3 PCM GITAL PRO•LOGIC 3•STEREO MOVIE RF EO HALL MATRIX TEST MEMO SCAN DISP MULTI OSD ATT MEMO CLR MODE P•SET P•SCN TUNE MUTE Mode Bass Treble Balance Min Max Min Max L R VIDEO 3 Video L Audio R Owner's Manual - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 2
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's Manual AVR85 Audio/Video Receiver Table of Contents Introduction 1 Safety Information 2-3 Unpacking and Installation 3 Front Panel Controls 4-5 Front Panel Information Display 6-7 Rear Panel Connections 8-9 Remote Control Functions 10-12 Installation, Setup and Configuration 13-14 Remote - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 4
circuit designs, the AVR85 is undoubtedly the finest receiver ever offered by Harman Kardon. s On-Board Dolby Digital Decoding s Coax, Optical or RF Digital Inputs s On-Screen Menu Displays s Learning Remote Control s Composite and S-Video Switching s Complete Multiroom Control s Preamp Output for - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 5
Before Use Your AVR85 has been designed for shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product. s Make certain that proper space presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 6
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls, rear panel connections and - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 7
Controls 4 ˜ ˆ AVR 85 R VIDEO 3 Video L Audio R Video Sources @ Mode # Multiroom Control $ OSD (On Screen Display) % ATT (Attenuation) Mode Select ^ Memo & Clear * FM Mode ( Bass Ó Treble Ô P-Set Balance Ò P-Scan Ú Tune Û Video 3 Input Ù Mute ı Volume Control ˆ Information Display ˜ Remote - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 8
the FM or AM stations preset into the receiver's memory. Press the button again to stop the scan when the tuner is at the desired station. Ú Tune: Press this button to manually scan up ⁄ or down ¤ through the FM or AM bands. Û Video 3 Input: Audio or Video sources connected to these jacks may be - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 9
Front Panel Information Display 6 S RQ PO N M L VISUAL TV DVD V1 V2 V3 TEST MEMO AUTO TUNED STEREO AC-3 PCM dB kHz K MHz DIGITAL PRO•LOGIC 3•STEREO MOVIE RF OPT COAX MULTI NIGHT LFE ATT J STEREO HALL MATRIX SLEEP P-SCAN DISP A B C DEF G H I A AC-3 Indicator B Surround Mode Status C - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 10
remote command is being received via the Multi IR connection b, this indicator will flash. E Sleep Indicator: This indicator lights when the AVR85 is reviewed. H LFE Indicator: This indicator will illuminate when the Low-Frequency Effects (LFE) option has been turned on through the controls in - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 11
CD TV TV L R L R AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO MULTI REMOTE CONT. OUT IN PRE OUT L R FRONT CENTER SURR. SUB WOOFER AC-3 RF IN AC-3/PCM COAXIAL AC-3/PCM OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUT CENTER 8 OHMS L SURR. 8 OHMS R L R SPEAKERS FRONT 8 OHMS MODEL NO.: AVR85 HARMAN KARDON NORTHRIDGE CALIFORNIA - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 12
on at this outlet regardless of whether the AVR85 is on or off. NOTE: The power consumption receiver to serve other remote controlled devices. Connect this jack to the "IR IN" jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment. e VCR 1 Inputs: Connect these jacks to the audio, video and S-Video - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 13
Remote Control Functions 10 ` Sending Learning a b c d e f g h i j k l RDS DISP. TEST TONE x wv ut s r qp OSD CH SELECT VOLUME o SPEAKER AVR 85 a Use/Learn b Source Power c Main Power d Source Selection e Night Mode f Delay g Digital Audio Input Selectors h Multiroom Control i Menu Controls - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 14
on any VCR, CD, cassette, DVD or LD remote control. The Reverse Play button fi also operates the FM Mode function of the AVR85's tuner. Note: The and Í buttons are also used to control the PTY, AF and RDS Display functions of the tuner (see page 25). s Tune/Search & Fast Forward: These buttons have - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 15
Remote Control Functions 12 b. When CD is selected and the unit is a CD changer, these buttons will change to the next disc ∏ or previous disc Â. c. When Tape 1 or Tape 2 is the input source, and the tape machine is a compatible Harman Kardon dual cassette deck, these buttons will switch between - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 16
supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment. These steps need to be done only when the receiver is first installed, or when a change is made to the input source equipment. connections on the AVR85 , or the speaker's manual to verify polarity. If - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 17
also prevented from receiving remote commands, only one sensor is needed. They may use this unit's sensor or a remote eye by running a connection from the Remote Cont. Out jack d to the Remote In jack on Harman Kardon or other compatible equipment. Multiroom System Connections The AVR85 is capable - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 18
Programming and Operation 15 This product is equipped with a powerful remote control. As supplied, it will operate the receiver, as well as most CD players and tape decks manufactured by Harman Kardon. If your equipment requires different codes, it may be programmed to copy the codes from most - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 19
then be impossible to operate certain functions of the receiver. Night Delay RF Opt Coax Select All Navigation remote that is to be programmed. Note that the Learning ` LED will illuminate. 4. Place the remote head to head with the remote control whose function is being learned. The two remotes - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 20
System Configuration 17 When all audio, video and system connections have been made, there are a highly influenced by room size and shape, and the type of subwoofer used. Follow the instructions of the subwoofer's manufacturer, or experiment with the best location for a subwoofer in your listening - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 21
good time to review the installation section of the manual to make certain receiver. Select the appropriate video input on the TV. Note: Although the unit will switch S-Video signals, the on-screen menus control system is NOT visible on the S-Video output. 4. Press the Select button j on the remote - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 22
you enter information that configures the AVR85 for the type of center channel speaker ‹ or › buttons i on the remote to highlight ON or OFF. Select ON LFE signal from a digital audio source. 13. The next line is the LOCK prevents any of the major control settings from being changed once it manual. - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 23
manual for information on delay settings. The remaining item to be adjusted before normal use of the AVR85 is adjustment of the output levels. Correct adjustment of these settings is critical to proper operation of the receiver on the remote to change video screen. Follow the instructions in steps 17 - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 24
Display ˆ. The audio source, which may be the same or different than the video source will always be shown in the Main Information Display K. Volume Control The AVR85's volume is controlled using either the front panel Volume knob ı or the Volume buttons o on the remote. If the volume control is set - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 25
level to the surround channels may destroy the illusion of carefully controlled audio effects and add unwanted noise to your system. Tuner Operation The FM/AM tuner is extremely flexible, and offers a number of options. The following instructions will enable you to take advantage of the tuner's many - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 26
23 When manually pressed until the Auto light N goes out, all stations will be received in a monaural mode regardless of the method of transmission. Note: When Manual Tuner Preset Stations may be manually entered into the tuner's memory in any order. Manual entry is performed from the remote control - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 27
second to confirm the entry B. To use the remote for character entry, press the button corresponding to scan through the list of stations. 3. To automatically review each station in the memory, press the P-Scan When a complete memory clear is performed the AVR85 will turn off and then on as part - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 28
receiver must be connected to the standard, composite video input of a TV monitor or projector. The on-screen displays are NOT visible via the S-Video output. The status screen displays the following information: AUDIO SOURCE: This is the input currently selected for audio. VIDEO the remote control. - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 29
OSD button k on the remote twice. A reminder message will appear on the screen for a few seconds (see figure #13), and the displays will following functions of the AVR85 may be controlled through the Menu Control System: INPUT SELECTOR: At this menu you may change the audio or video input by using - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 30
video source should be selected first when you wish to watch one source and listen to another. To select a digital audio manual. MULTI-ROOM SEL: For information on configuring and using the multiroom audio functions of the AVR85, consult the appropriate section of this manual the remote and CONTROL - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 31
numerous remote controls to turn on all components in a system. This receiver's unique "TV Auto On" function greatly simplifies that task and reduces the actions needed to bring your entire system to life. If you are using a TV or projector that has a video output, connect the TV's audio and video - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 32
appropriate inputs on the AVR85 rear panel. (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from a DVD to the DVD inputs • on the rear panel when you connect the digital outputs). When playing back a digital source, first select the input using the remote or front panel controls d48)!. Next select the - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 33
e on the front panel or remote and note that Night indicator F audio data may momentarily stop, causing a NO DATA message to be displayed. This is normal and does not indicate a problem with either the AVR85 or the source machine. The AVR85 that PCM data is being received R and if the Optical or - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 34
When Digital Sources Are In Use Since the record outputs of the AVR85 are traditional two-channel stereo, the multichannel outputs of a Dolby Digital accompanying analog audio signal is sent to the Tape Out and VCR Out jacks £∞fj. The video source being output is the last selected video input shown - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 35
and speakers or an amplifier. IR Link The remote room IR receiver should be connected to the AVR85 via standard coaxial cable. Plug the IR connection cable into the Multi jack b on the AVR85's rear panel. If other Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is part of the main room installation - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 36
operation is simple, and it may be controlled from either the main listening room where the AVR85 is located, or from a remote room where an IR receiver has been installed. Main Room Control To activate the feed to the remote room from the room where the AVR85 is located, press the Multi button - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 37
source you may tune stations or search presets using a Harman Kardon compatible remote. If Harman Kardon compatible components are connected to the AVR85's rear panel Remote Control Output jack d the remote may also be used to control CD players and cassette decks. 4. To turn the multiroom - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 38
button. • Turn up volume control. • Amplifier is in protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier is in protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker wire connections at receiver and speaker ends for shorts. • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot. • Incorrect surround - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 39
1Vp-p/75ohms Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75ohms Video Frequency Response 10Hz to 8MHz (-3dB) S/N 65dB General Power Requirement Power Consumption Dimension (Max) Width Height Depth Weight AC 120V 60Hz 60W idle, 375W maximum (2 channels driven) 17.4 inches (444 mm) 6.3 inches (160 mm) 18 - Harman Kardon AVR85 | Owners Manual - Page 40
Printed in Japan AVR 85 VISUA AC-3 DIG STERE AM•FM CD T•MON T•2 TV DVD V1 V2 V3 Power Phones Digital Input M Night RF OPT Coax Part #1111-AVR85 288J851250
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AVR85
Audio/ Video Receiver
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