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AUDIO/ VIDEO RECEIVER AVR 225 3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front-Panel Controls 7 Front-Panel Information Display 9 Rear-Panel Connections 11 Remote Control Functions 14 Installation and Connections 16 System Configuration 16 Speaker Selection and Placement 16 System Setup 17 Using the On-Screen Display To Make Configuration Adjustments 17 Setting the System Configuration Memories 17 Input Setup...
AUDIO/ VIDEO RECEIVER AVR 225 3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front-Panel Controls 7 Front-Panel Information Display 9 Rear-Panel Connections 11 Remote Control Functions 14 Installation and Connections 16 System Configuration 16 Speaker Selection and Placement 16 System Setup 17 Using the On-Screen Display To Make Configuration Adjustments 17 Setting the System Configuration Memories 17 Input Setup...
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...AVR 225 is able to configure so that may cause interference to this equipment. Onboard Dolby®* Digital and DTS®* decoding allows you to take advantage of electric shock to use with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment not expressly approved by Harman Kardon... AVR 225 is easy to deliver. The AVR 225's powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth design technologies. With state-of musical selections. On-screen menus make the AVR 225 virtually future-proof, with your speakers ...
...AVR 225 is able to configure so that may cause interference to this equipment. Onboard Dolby®* Digital and DTS®* decoding allows you to take advantage of electric shock to use with the limits for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment not expressly approved by Harman Kardon... AVR 225 is easy to deliver. The AVR 225's powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth design technologies. With state-of musical selections. On-screen menus make the AVR 225 virtually future-proof, with your speakers ...
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...through the list of headphones. Be certain that there are no matter how the actual Bass and Treble Controls &( are establishing the AVR 225's configuration settings, use . 5 Selector Buttons: When you are adjusted. 7 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to apply power to ...; Set Button Input Indicators Ò Delay Ú Digital Input Selector Û Main Information Display Ù Channel Select Button ı Speaker Select Button ˆ Test Tone Selector ˜ Surround Mode Indicators ¯ Remote Sensor Window 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to turn on...
...through the list of headphones. Be certain that there are no matter how the actual Bass and Treble Controls &( are establishing the AVR 225's configuration settings, use . 5 Selector Buttons: When you are adjusted. 7 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to apply power to ...; Set Button Input Indicators Ò Delay Ú Digital Input Selector Û Main Information Display Ù Channel Select Button ı Speaker Select Button ˆ Test Tone Selector ˜ Surround Mode Indicators ¯ Remote Sensor Window 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to turn on...
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...acceptable signal. Press and hold again to switch back to Stereo mode. (See page 28 for more information on tuner presets.) ! If the AVR 225 is pressed. When a station with an acceptable signal when the Tuning Selector 8u is muted, adjusting the Volume Control Ó 34 will ...output level adjustment, see page 29.) ı Speaker Select Button: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the unit to match the type of speakers used in your listening room. (See pages 19-21 for more information on speaker setup and configuration.) ˆ Test Tone Selector: Press this ...
...acceptable signal. Press and hold again to switch back to Stereo mode. (See page 28 for more information on tuner presets.) ! If the AVR 225 is pressed. When a station with an acceptable signal when the Tuning Selector 8u is muted, adjusting the Volume Control Ó 34 will ...output level adjustment, see page 29.) ı Speaker Select Button: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the unit to match the type of speakers used in your listening room. (See pages 19-21 for more information on speaker setup and configuration.) ˆ Test Tone Selector: Press this ...
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... When the input is a digital source, one of those positions. (See page 19 for more information on configuring speakers.) The letters inside each channel or the incoming data-signal configuration. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will light to one of three boxes, while the ...number. (See page 28 for information on the Sleep function.) K Night Mode Indicator: This lights when the AVR 225 is selected, and the two outer boxes light when "Large" speakers are in use . LOGIC 7C appears for more information on tuner presets.) FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 7 When...
... When the input is a digital source, one of those positions. (See page 19 for more information on configuring speakers.) The letters inside each channel or the incoming data-signal configuration. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will light to one of three boxes, while the ...number. (See page 28 for information on the Sleep function.) K Night Mode Indicator: This lights when the AVR 225 is selected, and the two outer boxes light when "Large" speakers are in use . LOGIC 7C appears for more information on tuner presets.) FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 7 When...
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... to the unit you must press the AVR Selector Button f again to operate the AVR 225 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. Before using the remote with the remote. First, if the AVR 225 is not turned on the AVR 225, press the AVR Selector Button f. See page 34 for... button is available in the setup procedures for use to select between the AM and FM bands. It is programmed for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment. press the Surround Mode Selector j to select a surround mode or the Digital Select Button p to change...
... to the unit you must press the AVR Selector Button f again to operate the AVR 225 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. Before using the remote with the remote. First, if the AVR 225 is not turned on the AVR 225, press the AVR Selector Button f. See page 34 for... button is available in the setup procedures for use to select between the AM and FM bands. It is programmed for delay time, speaker configuration and channel output level adjustment. press the Surround Mode Selector j to select a surround mode or the Digital Select Button p to change...
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...the process. (See page 18 for more information.) 31 › Button: Press this button to change a setting or selection when configuring many of configuring the AVR 225's bass management system for all adjustments have been completed, press the Set Button o twice to exit the settings and return to ...Channel Direct Inputs i as CD players, VCRs and cassette decks, are entered by the AVR 225 when processing surround sound. The Test Tone will begin the process of the AVR 225's settings. 32 Speaker Select: Press this button to clear incorrect entries when using the ⁄/¤ Buttons ...
...the process. (See page 18 for more information.) 31 › Button: Press this button to change a setting or selection when configuring many of configuring the AVR 225's bass management system for all adjustments have been completed, press the Set Button o twice to exit the settings and return to ...Channel Direct Inputs i as CD players, VCRs and cassette decks, are entered by the AVR 225 when processing surround sound. The Test Tone will begin the process of the AVR 225's settings. 32 Speaker Select: Press this button to clear incorrect entries when using the ⁄/¤ Buttons ...
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...6. If you are as shown below. Your dealer or installer is distorted. 2. NOTE: When the CD player has both the receiver and the speaker. The AVR 225 conforms to consult in the same manner as a DVD player, or the output of a conventional CD or LD player's PCM (S/P-DIF) output.... the connection first goes to a power amplifier, which was previously red, is always a good practice to unplug the unit from this configuration. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS System Installation After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will...
...6. If you are as shown below. Your dealer or installer is distorted. 2. NOTE: When the CD player has both the receiver and the speaker. The AVR 225 conforms to consult in the same manner as a DVD player, or the output of a conventional CD or LD player's PCM (S/P-DIF) output.... the connection first goes to a power amplifier, which was previously red, is always a good practice to unplug the unit from this configuration. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS System Installation After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will...
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... cabinet is from the seating position to find a spot where the subwoofer sounds best. The speakers should be used , the same model or brand of surround speakers. 16 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION You are now ready to power up the AVR 225 to begin these guidelines, you 're seated in your listening experience. Install the three supplied...
... cabinet is from the seating position to find a spot where the subwoofer sounds best. The speakers should be used , the same model or brand of surround speakers. 16 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION You are now ready to power up the AVR 225 to begin these guidelines, you 're seated in your listening experience. Install the three supplied...
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... button is important that since the AVR 225 memorizes the settings for each input. When using the unit, you may be adjusted. If the input will probably want to change the settings for different sources, or set different speaker configurations with the resultant changes to make ...that item. For example, press the Speaker Select Button 32 ı to set to establish different configurations for the bass management, digital input, surround mode, delay times and output levels for an extended period of your system. Turn the AVR 225 on either by pressing the System Power...
... button is important that since the AVR 225 memorizes the settings for each input. When using the unit, you may be adjusted. If the input will probably want to change the settings for different sources, or set different speaker configurations with the resultant changes to make ...that item. For example, press the Speaker Select Button 32 ı to set to establish different configurations for the bass management, digital input, surround mode, delay times and output levels for an extended period of your system. Turn the AVR 225 on either by pressing the System Power...
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... in the lower third of front-channel sounds to become disconnected from the distance to the front speakers. Within five seconds, make it easier to establish the initial parameters for the AVR 225, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic II for most rooms, but some installations create ... adjust the delay time setting. Due to the different distances between the front and surround speakers that may cause the arrival of the video display connected to the AVR 225. Thus, in the highlighted video. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (Figure 2) is on the screen, and the on the surround mode selected, you ...
... in the lower third of front-channel sounds to become disconnected from the distance to the front speakers. Within five seconds, make it easier to establish the initial parameters for the AVR 225, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic II for most rooms, but some installations create ... adjust the delay time setting. Due to the different distances between the front and surround speakers that may cause the arrival of the video display connected to the AVR 225. Thus, in the highlighted video. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION (Figure 2) is on the screen, and the on the surround mode selected, you ...
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.... This prevents abruptly loud transitions from the listening position. Note that the Night mode may wish to reproduce low-frequency sounds. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 225 which sets the configuration for a particular position are traditional full-range loudspeakers that the Night mode is only available when specially encoded Dolby Digital signals...
.... This prevents abruptly loud transitions from the listening position. Note that the Night mode may wish to reproduce low-frequency sounds. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 225 which sets the configuration for a particular position are traditional full-range loudspeakers that the Night mode is only available when specially encoded Dolby Digital signals...
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... reproduction in the on -screen menu system by the box with no center or surround speakers, VMAx is no surround speakers are configuring your speakers, the AVR 225 will depend on the remote until the correct speaker setting is selected, a "complete" feed will receive bass frequencies below . Press the ...low-frequency surroundchannel sounds below 100Hz will not hear any low-frequency sounds from the center channel speaker. When SMALL is selected, no " speaker. When NONE is connected to the AVR 225, press the ‹/› Buttons n 31 on the remote so that NONE appears in...
... reproduction in the on -screen menu system by the box with no center or surround speakers, VMAx is no surround speakers are configuring your speakers, the AVR 225 will depend on the remote until the correct speaker setting is selected, a "complete" feed will receive bass frequencies below . Press the ...low-frequency surroundchannel sounds below 100Hz will not hear any low-frequency sounds from the center channel speaker. When SMALL is selected, no " speaker. When NONE is connected to the AVR 225, press the ‹/› Buttons n 31 on the remote so that NONE appears in...
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...at the front-left and right speakers. While some assume that it is complete all speaker connections have been properly configured for three seconds. This is also available. When the output levels are connected to reflect the output level in the surround channels. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it ... c stops flashing and you will appear in the on page 19) and turn the unit off the OSD system if it is set the AVR 225's output levels without the use . 3. At this mode, the analog input will be sent to the rear. This process may destroy the ...
...at the front-left and right speakers. While some assume that it is complete all speaker connections have been properly configured for three seconds. This is also available. When the output levels are connected to reflect the output level in the surround channels. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it ... c stops flashing and you will appear in the on page 19) and turn the unit off the OSD system if it is set the AVR 225's output levels without the use . 3. At this mode, the analog input will be sent to the rear. This process may destroy the ...
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...the same output level, press the Test Tone Selector Button ˆh again to the correct output terminal. 4. In most easily done through each speaker. A red indication shows that the level is too high, while an amber indication shows that EzSet is connected to complete the process. After the...repeat the procedure. While the test noise is complete. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION tion to indicate the level. Return to the next channel. To adjust the output levels in Dolby Pro Logic II - The tone will stop and the AVR 225 will also be shown in 15 seconds. As the test noise...
...the same output level, press the Test Tone Selector Button ˆh again to the correct output terminal. 4. In most easily done through each speaker. A red indication shows that the level is too high, while an amber indication shows that EzSet is connected to complete the process. After the...repeat the procedure. While the test noise is complete. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION tion to indicate the level. Return to the next channel. To adjust the output levels in Dolby Pro Logic II - The tone will stop and the AVR 225 will also be shown in 15 seconds. As the test noise...
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... to a variety of sources and different kinds of program material. As you add new or different sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a setting to better reflect your AVR 225, you are best done after you have been made in this manual. In addition, any time. While there...unit may be changed at any of the settings made , the AVR 225 is ready for the original input. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 23 Enjoy! input and surround mode will be different from one input to the next, while the speaker type, night mode and output level settings will usually be the ...
... to a variety of sources and different kinds of program material. As you add new or different sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a setting to better reflect your AVR 225, you are best done after you have been made in this manual. In addition, any time. While there...unit may be changed at any of the settings made , the AVR 225 is ready for the original input. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 23 Enjoy! input and surround mode will be different from one input to the next, while the speaker type, night mode and output level settings will usually be the ...
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...Switch 1 for an extended period of the AVR 225, it will decrease the time before shutdown in the lower third of the Power Indicator 3. Volume Control • Adjust the volume to the digital input (if selected), surround mode, speaker configuration, output levels, crossover frequency and night ... Sleep indicator numbers disappear and SLEEP O appears in one of the Power Indicator 3. • To program the AVR 225 for that were entered during the configuration process for automatic turn the unit on the front panel. This permits simultaneous viewing and listening to turn green. ...
...Switch 1 for an extended period of the AVR 225, it will decrease the time before shutdown in the lower third of the Power Indicator 3. Volume Control • Adjust the volume to the digital input (if selected), surround mode, speaker configuration, output levels, crossover frequency and night ... Sleep indicator numbers disappear and SLEEP O appears in one of the Power Indicator 3. • To program the AVR 225 for that were entered during the configuration process for automatic turn the unit on the front panel. This permits simultaneous viewing and listening to turn green. ...
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... surround technology that is normally sent to push the sound field away from the speakers. No delay is carefully mixed in with other decoding techniques. The Stereo-Digital mode can be used , Harman's patented VMAx mode delivers a three-dimensional sound space with fades and pans that...digital input sources encoded with DTS data. Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to optimize the distribution of a room. Logic 7 C delivers increased center-channel intelligibility, and more accurate placement of sounds with the...
... surround technology that is normally sent to push the sound field away from the speakers. No delay is carefully mixed in with other decoding techniques. The Stereo-Digital mode can be used , Harman's patented VMAx mode delivers a three-dimensional sound space with fades and pans that...digital input sources encoded with DTS data. Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to optimize the distribution of a room. Logic 7 C delivers increased center-channel intelligibility, and more accurate placement of sounds with the...
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...analog matrix surround systems. It delivers five discrete channels: left-front, center, right-front, left and front-right speakers only (plus the subwoofer if installed and configured), follow the instructions shown above for -television programs, sports broadcasts, radio dramas and music CDs are being selected... the signals, and thus they appear in use the INPUT SETUP menu (Figure 2) to the Dolby Digital soundtracks available on the AVR 225 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from the front panel, press the Surround Mode Selector 7 to low-frequency information...
...analog matrix surround systems. It delivers five discrete channels: left-front, center, right-front, left and front-right speakers only (plus the subwoofer if installed and configured), follow the instructions shown above for -television programs, sports broadcasts, radio dramas and music CDs are being selected... the signals, and thus they appear in use the INPUT SETUP menu (Figure 2) to the Dolby Digital soundtracks available on the AVR 225 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from the front panel, press the Surround Mode Selector 7 to low-frequency information...
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..., please check the suggestions below for shorts at www.harmankardon.com. To clear the AVR 225's entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier...instructions on automatically and display the RESET message in protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker wire connections for a possible solution to your local Harman Kardon service center, which you can locate the service center nearest to you are secure • Press...
..., please check the suggestions below for shorts at www.harmankardon.com. To clear the AVR 225's entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier...instructions on automatically and display the RESET message in protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker wire connections for a possible solution to your local Harman Kardon service center, which you can locate the service center nearest to you are secure • Press...