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... Typical Home Theater System 10 Set Up Your Sources 23 Multichannel Audio 10 Set Up the Network 24 Surround Modes 10 Operating Your AVR 25 Place Your Speakers 11 HARMAN Remote App 25 Placing the Left, Center and Right Speakers 11 Controlling the Volume 25 Placing the Surround Speakers in a 5.1-Channel Muting...
... Typical Home Theater System 10 Set Up Your Sources 23 Multichannel Audio 10 Set Up the Network 24 Surround Modes 10 Operating Your AVR 25 Place Your Speakers 11 HARMAN Remote App 25 Placing the Left, Center and Right Speakers 11 Controlling the Volume 25 Placing the Surround Speakers in a 5.1-Channel Muting...
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... you become easier to it from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; CATV or Antenna Grounding (AVR 1710/AVR 1610) If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product. Be certain that for use with this Harman Kardon product! Supplied Accessories The following accessory items are 30cm above and below the...
... you become easier to it from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; CATV or Antenna Grounding (AVR 1710/AVR 1610) If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product. Be certain that for use with this Harman Kardon product! Supplied Accessories The following accessory items are 30cm above and below the...
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...; Pro Logic® II Movie mode to DTS® NEO:6 Cinema mode. Each press changes the surround-mode category: Auto Select, Virtual, Stereo, HARMAN NSP, Movie, Music and Video Game. Surround mode availability depends on , press the Power button for more than three seconds. To put the...and mono modes when an FM station is released in use the Surround Mode Select buttons. Tuning Mode button (AVR 1710/AVR 1610 only): Press this button to this port. RDS button (AVR 171/AVR 161 only): When listening to the source. Insert the connector or device into the USB port oriented so it...
...; Pro Logic® II Movie mode to DTS® NEO:6 Cinema mode. Each press changes the surround-mode category: Auto Select, Virtual, Stereo, HARMAN NSP, Movie, Music and Video Game. Surround mode availability depends on , press the Power button for more than three seconds. To put the...and mono modes when an FM station is released in use the Surround Mode Select buttons. Tuning Mode button (AVR 1710/AVR 1610 only): Press this button to this port. RDS button (AVR 171/AVR 161 only): When listening to the source. Insert the connector or device into the USB port oriented so it...
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... distances they may program the codes for each of the available surround modes. AVR button: Press to display the AVR's on page 21, for five seconds. Select a surround-mode category: Auto Select, Virtual Surround, Stereo, HARMAN NSP, Movie, Music or Game. Lip-sync issues can occur when the ...video portion of the Radio button switches the AVR to the last-used to navigate the menu system and to select station presets. Info...
... distances they may program the codes for each of the available surround modes. AVR button: Press to display the AVR's on page 21, for five seconds. Select a surround-mode category: Auto Select, Virtual Surround, Stereo, HARMAN NSP, Movie, Music or Game. Lip-sync issues can occur when the ...video portion of the Radio button switches the AVR to the last-used to navigate the menu system and to select station presets. Info...
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...Digital, contain a low-frequency effects (LFE) channel that are designed for 7.1-channel systems. Front Height Left and Right (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only): Your AVR includes Dolby Pro Logic IIz decoding, which controls the system and supplies amplification for the loudspeakers; a source component for television.../AVR 171 only). • DTS: DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6®, DTS 96/24™. • HARMAN International: HARMAN NSP, HARMAN Headphone. • Stereo Modes: Generic modes that comes at the listening position, most...
...Digital, contain a low-frequency effects (LFE) channel that are designed for 7.1-channel systems. Front Height Left and Right (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only): Your AVR includes Dolby Pro Logic IIz decoding, which controls the system and supplies amplification for the loudspeakers; a source component for television.../AVR 171 only). • DTS: DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6®, DTS 96/24™. • HARMAN International: HARMAN NSP, HARMAN Headphone. • Stereo Modes: Generic modes that comes at the listening position, most...
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...external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the AVR's IR In jack. External IR Receiver Zone 2 Speakers Connect to AC Power AVR 171/AVR 161: Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AVR's AC Input connector and then to the AVR's Trigger Out connector with a mono 1/8-...commands issued to a working , non-switched AC power outlet. AVR Power Cord AC Power Outlet AVR If a source device is powered on. AVR AC Input Connector AC Power Outlet Zone 2 Main Room Power Cord (supplied) AVR 1710/AVR 1610: Connect the AVR's power cord to that can be controlled by a DC ...
...external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the AVR's IR In jack. External IR Receiver Zone 2 Speakers Connect to AC Power AVR 171/AVR 161: Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AVR's AC Input connector and then to the AVR's Trigger Out connector with a mono 1/8-...commands issued to a working , non-switched AC power outlet. AVR Power Cord AC Power Outlet AVR If a source device is powered on. AVR AC Input Connector AC Power Outlet Zone 2 Main Room Power Cord (supplied) AVR 1710/AVR 1610: Connect the AVR's power cord to that can be controlled by a DC ...
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...TV/display device. Stereo: When you want two-channel playback, select the number of AVR 1710, AVR 171, AVR 1610 and AVR 161 AVRs that are available for your hand-held device, download the free Harman Kardon Remote app from iTunes App Store for compatible Apple products, or from the source ...devices to the AVR. The Harman Kardon Remote App controls virtually all the functions of speakers you ...
...TV/display device. Stereo: When you want two-channel playback, select the number of AVR 1710, AVR 171, AVR 1610 and AVR 161 AVRs that are available for your hand-held device, download the free Harman Kardon Remote app from iTunes App Store for compatible Apple products, or from the source ...devices to the AVR. The Harman Kardon Remote App controls virtually all the functions of speakers you ...
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... with good signal and save the currently tuned station as presets. While preserving the recording's original timbre and spatial balance, HARMAN NSP creates a simulated listening space that automatically adjusts to suit the type of program you are available: • Stage ...complete the Auto Store process. The USB screen will appear. The AVR defaults to automatic tuning, meaning each press of larger listening spaces, such as presets automatically. AVR Operating Your AVR HARMAN NSP: A HARMAN proprietary technology, NSP uses sophisticated digital processing to deliver a true...
... with good signal and save the currently tuned station as presets. While preserving the recording's original timbre and spatial balance, HARMAN NSP creates a simulated listening space that automatically adjusts to suit the type of program you are available: • Stage ...complete the Auto Store process. The USB screen will appear. The AVR defaults to automatic tuning, meaning each press of larger listening spaces, such as presets automatically. AVR Operating Your AVR HARMAN NSP: A HARMAN proprietary technology, NSP uses sophisticated digital processing to deliver a true...
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...computer, operating system or media player. NOTE: The categories displayed vary by category. AVR 171/AVR 1710 only) or your AVR's vTuner ID # (the vTuner ID # is stored on other types of MP3- AVR 161/AVR 1610 only) and create an account. Scroll to the desired item and press the ...speakerselection list that appears. The music playback screen will appear on the same network that contain audio media. Listening to Media via DLNA using HARMAN Music Manager software, which you have Windows Media Player, Windows Media Center or Intel Media Server file sharing. WMA compatibility: Ver. 9.2...
...computer, operating system or media player. NOTE: The categories displayed vary by category. AVR 171/AVR 1710 only) or your AVR's vTuner ID # (the vTuner ID # is stored on other types of MP3- AVR 161/AVR 1610 only) and create an account. Scroll to the desired item and press the ...speakerselection list that appears. The music playback screen will appear on the same network that contain audio media. Listening to Media via DLNA using HARMAN Music Manager software, which you have Windows Media Player, Windows Media Center or Intel Media Server file sharing. WMA compatibility: Ver. 9.2...
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... numbers, separated by slashes (e.g., "3/2/.1"). 29 The result is improved sound quality and startling directionality, since each mode and indicates the types of the AVR's surround modes are available in Dolby Digital 2.0 (two-channel) or PCM two-channel mode. Although there is never a time when all of...perform the same functions as trailers, extra materials or the disc menu, are the Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx/IIz, Virtual Speaker, DTS Neo:6, HARMAN NSP, 5 CH and 7 CH Stereo modes. Also, make sure your disc player's audio output is available on your part. Usually, nonessential ...
... numbers, separated by slashes (e.g., "3/2/.1"). 29 The result is improved sound quality and startling directionality, since each mode and indicates the types of the AVR's surround modes are available in Dolby Digital 2.0 (two-channel) or PCM two-channel mode. Although there is never a time when all of...perform the same functions as trailers, extra materials or the disc menu, are the Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx/IIz, Virtual Speaker, DTS Neo:6, HARMAN NSP, 5 CH and 7 CH Stereo modes. Also, make sure your disc player's audio output is available on your part. Usually, nonessential ...
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... speaker. • Stereo: 2-CH Stereo, 5-CH Stereo or 7-CH Stereo (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only). • NSP: HARMAN NSP. • Movie: DTS Neo:6 Cinema, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only), Dolby Pro Logic IIz (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only). • Music: DTS Neo:6 Music, Dolby Pro Logic II...
... speaker. • Stereo: 2-CH Stereo, 5-CH Stereo or 7-CH Stereo (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only). • NSP: HARMAN NSP. • Movie: DTS Neo:6 Cinema, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only), Dolby Pro Logic IIz (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only). • Music: DTS Neo:6 Music, Dolby Pro Logic II...
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... timer has been set the AVR to automatically switch to Sleep mode. Pressing any button during the final 10 seconds before pressing any of 90 minutes. Processor Reset If the AVR behaves erratically after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for a predetermined ...time (1 - 8 hours). To reset the AVR's processor: 1. Press the front-panel Power Button for more than...
... timer has been set the AVR to automatically switch to Sleep mode. Pressing any button during the final 10 seconds before pressing any of 90 minutes. Processor Reset If the AVR behaves erratically after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for a predetermined ...time (1 - 8 hours). To reset the AVR's processor: 1. Press the front-panel Power Button for more than...
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...remote sensor is in the line of sight of the remote Intermittent buzzing in tuner • Local interference • Move the AVR or antenna away from center or surround speakers • Incorrect surround mode • Program material is monophonic • Incorrect ... problems • Check all speaker wires at speaker and AVR connections for crossed wires • Contact your local Harman Kardon service center No sound from computers, fluorescent lights, motors or other electrical appliances (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only): Surround-back speaker settings cannot be accessed, and...
...remote sensor is in the line of sight of the remote Intermittent buzzing in tuner • Local interference • Move the AVR or antenna away from center or surround speakers • Incorrect surround mode • Program material is monophonic • Incorrect ... problems • Check all speaker wires at speaker and AVR connections for crossed wires • Contact your local Harman Kardon service center No sound from computers, fluorescent lights, motors or other electrical appliances (AVR 1710/AVR 171 only): Surround-back speaker settings cannot be accessed, and...
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HARMAN NSP Settings Stage Width Stage Depth Default Settings 45 30 Your Settings Table A6 - Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings Default Settings Center Width 3 Dimension 0 ... Mode Video Input N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Audio Input Radio HDMI ARC USB Network Bluetooth Night Mode N/A N/A N/A N/A Adjust Lip Sync N/A N/A N/A N/A Change Name N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Zone 2 Input N/A N/A N/A N/A Bass Treble Table A5 - English AVR Appendix Table A4 -
HARMAN NSP Settings Stage Width Stage Depth Default Settings 45 30 Your Settings Table A6 - Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings Default Settings Center Width 3 Dimension 0 ... Mode Video Input N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Audio Input Radio HDMI ARC USB Network Bluetooth Night Mode N/A N/A N/A N/A Adjust Lip Sync N/A N/A N/A N/A Change Name N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Zone 2 Input N/A N/A N/A N/A Bass Treble Table A5 - English AVR Appendix Table A4 -
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...-channel; and 6-channel modes, creates a surround presentation suitable for parties, the left- While preserving the recording's original timbre and spatial balance, HARMAN NSP creates a simulated • Tuner • PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz) listening space that automatically adjusts to deliver •... or a downmix of speakers in 5- Incoming Bitstream or Signal See below DTS Neo:6 Cinema DTS Neo:6 Music HARMAN NSP 5-Channel Stereo 7-Channel Stereo (AVR 1710/ AVR 171 only) 2-Channel Stereo Depending on each side, while the center speaker plays a summed mono mix. •...
...-channel; and 6-channel modes, creates a surround presentation suitable for parties, the left- While preserving the recording's original timbre and spatial balance, HARMAN NSP creates a simulated • Tuner • PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz) listening space that automatically adjusts to deliver •... or a downmix of speakers in 5- Incoming Bitstream or Signal See below DTS Neo:6 Cinema DTS Neo:6 Music HARMAN NSP 5-Channel Stereo 7-Channel Stereo (AVR 1710/ AVR 171 only) 2-Channel Stereo Depending on each side, while the center speaker plays a summed mono mix. •...
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... 159 162 205 FUJITSU 041 042 FUNAI 045 FUTURETECH 045 GE 029 087 121 123 128 133 145 159 163 GRUNDIG 193 HALL MARK 128 HARMAN KARDON 201 HITACHI 123 128 132 144 147 HYTEK 016 INKEL 120 JC PENNEY 115 123 128 132 145 JENSEN 019 JVC 079 087 134 KEC... 129 202 132 160 128 011 038 039 047 001 002 069 128 132 148 017 018 023 123 128 128 069 090 47 English AVR Appendix Refer to Tables A12 through A22 when programming the codes for your components into the remote. Table A12 -
... 159 162 205 FUJITSU 041 042 FUNAI 045 FUTURETECH 045 GE 029 087 121 123 128 133 145 159 163 GRUNDIG 193 HALL MARK 128 HARMAN KARDON 201 HITACHI 123 128 132 144 147 HYTEK 016 INKEL 120 JC PENNEY 115 123 128 132 145 JENSEN 019 JVC 079 087 134 KEC... 129 202 132 160 128 011 038 039 047 001 002 069 128 132 148 017 018 023 123 128 128 069 090 47 English AVR Appendix Refer to Tables A12 through A22 when programming the codes for your components into the remote. Table A12 -
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AVR Table A13 - Remote Control Product Codes: AUX-HDTV TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number APEX 614 616 DISH NETWORK 612 LG 604 MAGNAVOX 607 608 ... 348 410 447 435 440 394 434 CRAIG DAEWOO DAYTRON DBX DYNATECH 345 416 317 394 404 394 318 348 340 EMERSON FISHER FUNAI GE HARMAN KARDON 313 340 342 410 412 317 340 376 395 424 302 303 318 349 HITACHI JC PENNEY JENSEN JVC KENWOOD 340 348 318 345 348...
AVR Table A13 - Remote Control Product Codes: AUX-HDTV TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number APEX 614 616 DISH NETWORK 612 LG 604 MAGNAVOX 607 608 ... 348 410 447 435 440 394 434 CRAIG DAEWOO DAYTRON DBX DYNATECH 345 416 317 394 404 394 318 348 340 EMERSON FISHER FUNAI GE HARMAN KARDON 313 340 342 410 412 317 340 376 395 424 302 303 318 349 HITACHI JC PENNEY JENSEN JVC KENWOOD 340 348 318 345 348...
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... 065 125 211 219 Table A22 - Remote Control Product Codes: Cable - English AVR Appendix Table A19 - Remote Control Product Codes: Media Server Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number APPLE 008 009 BEYOND 003 ESCIENT (FIREBALL) 004 005 006 007 HARMAN KARDON 001 002 LOGITECH 012 MICROSOFT 003 NAIM 011 REQUEST 010 SONOS 013 Table...
... 065 125 211 219 Table A22 - Remote Control Product Codes: Cable - English AVR Appendix Table A19 - Remote Control Product Codes: Media Server Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number APPLE 008 009 BEYOND 003 ESCIENT (FIREBALL) 004 005 006 007 HARMAN KARDON 001 002 LOGITECH 012 MICROSOFT 003 NAIM 011 REQUEST 010 SONOS 013 Table...
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... a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc., and/or its affiliates in the U.S. HKP5094 Rev. All rights reserved. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Apple, AirPlay, iPhone, iPod and ...patents issued and pending. TiVo is a trademark of the Digital Living Network Alliance. Features, specifications and appearance are those of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. Part No. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. Roku is a trademark of their respective ...
... a trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc., and/or its affiliates in the U.S. HKP5094 Rev. All rights reserved. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Apple, AirPlay, iPhone, iPod and ...patents issued and pending. TiVo is a trademark of the Digital Living Network Alliance. Features, specifications and appearance are those of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. Part No. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. Roku is a trademark of their respective ...
Quick Start Guide
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...Harman Kardon audio/video receiver (AVR). Be certain that the AVR's AC cord is available at least 12" (30cm) on a firm and level surface. Making connections with the Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz mode, download the complete AVR 1710, AVR 171/230, AVR 171/230C, AVR 1610, AVR 161/230, AVR 161/230C Owner's Manual or the AVR 1510, AVR 151/230, AVR...new AVR's features is unplugged from www.harmankardon.com. Maintain a clearance of your AVR does not include a printed owner's manual. Place Your Speakers Determine the locations for choosing a Harman Kardon® product! AVR 1710/AVR 171 ...
...Harman Kardon audio/video receiver (AVR). Be certain that the AVR's AC cord is available at least 12" (30cm) on a firm and level surface. Making connections with the Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz mode, download the complete AVR 1710, AVR 171/230, AVR 171/230C, AVR 1610, AVR 161/230, AVR 161/230C Owner's Manual or the AVR 1510, AVR 151/230, AVR...new AVR's features is unplugged from www.harmankardon.com. Maintain a clearance of your AVR does not include a printed owner's manual. Place Your Speakers Determine the locations for choosing a Harman Kardon® product! AVR 1710/AVR 171 ...
