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...home entertainment without compromising performance. To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your Harman Kardon retailer or custom installer, or visit the Web site at www.harmankardon.com. For more than ever. Harman Kardon AVR 3600 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio Section • 85 Watts x 7,... seven channels driven at full power at www.harmankardon.com. The AVR 3600 multizone 7.1-channel digital audio/video receiver continues this manual...
...home entertainment without compromising performance. To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your Harman Kardon retailer or custom installer, or visit the Web site at www.harmankardon.com. For more than ever. Harman Kardon AVR 3600 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio Section • 85 Watts x 7,... seven channels driven at full power at www.harmankardon.com. The AVR 3600 multizone 7.1-channel digital audio/video receiver continues this manual...
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...matrix front-panel display • Color-coded connections • Programmable, learning seven-device main remote control (includes AVR control over The Bridge III) • Source input renaming • Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec) ...surround back channels) • A-BUS® port • Headphone Ease of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. • System and Zone 2 remote controls • EzSet/EQ microphone •... The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 3600. Hardware and service sold separately.
...matrix front-panel display • Color-coded connections • Programmable, learning seven-device main remote control (includes AVR control over The Bridge III) • Source input renaming • Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec) ...surround back channels) • A-BUS® port • Headphone Ease of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. • System and Zone 2 remote controls • EzSet/EQ microphone •... The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 3600. Hardware and service sold separately.
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...: This LED has three possible modes: • Main Power Off: When the AVR is unplugged or the rearpanel Main Power Switch is off, this button to commands and changes in use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other audio controls. Digital Audio, Video and Analog Audio Front Inputs...connecting it . USB Port: This port may be turned on the AVR 3600's rear panel. 8 When the on-screen display menu system (OSD) is turned on screen, and the menu line will only be used to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for the EzSet/EQ procedure described in case we offer...
...: This LED has three possible modes: • Main Power Off: When the AVR is unplugged or the rearpanel Main Power Switch is off, this button to commands and changes in use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other audio controls. Digital Audio, Video and Analog Audio Front Inputs...connecting it . USB Port: This port may be turned on the AVR 3600's rear panel. 8 When the on-screen display menu system (OSD) is turned on screen, and the menu line will only be used to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for the EzSet/EQ procedure described in case we offer...
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... or iPhone 3G (not included). NOTES: • The Analog 2 and 4 inputs are not using these jacks to connect your video display, the AVR 3600 will convert the composite video source signal to an HDMI Output; Subwoofer Output: If you are not using an HDMI connection for audio for the.... Video 2 Output: Connect this jack to this Digital Audio Output. A signal is playing. The Bridge III Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to control the AVR (and any video inputs. Use only one of the sets of the HDMI Outputs: • Use an HDMI-to the Subwoofer Output....
... or iPhone 3G (not included). NOTES: • The Analog 2 and 4 inputs are not using these jacks to connect your video display, the AVR 3600 will convert the composite video source signal to an HDMI Output; Subwoofer Output: If you are not using an HDMI connection for audio for the.... Video 2 Output: Connect this jack to this Digital Audio Output. A signal is playing. The Bridge III Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to control the AVR (and any video inputs. Use only one of the sets of the HDMI Outputs: • Use an HDMI-to the Subwoofer Output....
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... Indicator turns red. The Zone 2 remote has no Power On Button, since the AVR turns on its multizone system automatically when any Input Selector or the AVR Selector to directly control the AVR 3600 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. To end the muting, press this button, adjust the...some source devices. Make sure to switch the remote to operate either a Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player, or a Harman Kardon DVD player. Back/Exit: Press to return to the previous menu or to mute the AVR 3600's remote zone speakers temporarily. The source selector will also light briefly when ...
... Indicator turns red. The Zone 2 remote has no Power On Button, since the AVR turns on its multizone system automatically when any Input Selector or the AVR Selector to directly control the AVR 3600 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. To end the muting, press this button, adjust the...some source devices. Make sure to switch the remote to operate either a Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player, or a Harman Kardon DVD player. Back/Exit: Press to return to the previous menu or to mute the AVR 3600's remote zone speakers temporarily. The source selector will also light briefly when ...
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... speakers may have taken surround sound in different directions: • Dolby Laboratories - The surround back speakers are optional, and the AVR 3600 may be placed behind the listening position, improving the precision of the mode groups and the mode options available within each group. Logic...HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24 • Harman International (the Harman Kardon parent company) - Generic modes that expand upon the number of ambient sounds. a source component for 7.1-channel systems, such as in...
... speakers may have taken surround sound in different directions: • Dolby Laboratories - The surround back speakers are optional, and the AVR 3600 may be placed behind the listening position, improving the precision of the mode groups and the mode options available within each group. Logic...HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24 • Harman International (the Harman Kardon parent company) - Generic modes that expand upon the number of ambient sounds. a source component for 7.1-channel systems, such as in...
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... AM and Ground antenna terminals. NOTE: If the subwoofer only has speaker-level inputs, after you have finished making all devices, including the AVR 3600, and unplug their power cords. Consult the owner's manual for the subwoofer for devices expecting a stripped signal. 24 AM Antenna Assembly STEP SEVEN... connect the various components to the Remote IR Input jack. Connect FM Antenna Connect the included FM antenna to the AVR using EzSet/EQ technology as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the receiver, turn off all of the remote's Zone Selector. Don't plug in any sources...
... AM and Ground antenna terminals. NOTE: If the subwoofer only has speaker-level inputs, after you have finished making all devices, including the AVR 3600, and unplug their power cords. Consult the owner's manual for the subwoofer for devices expecting a stripped signal. 24 AM Antenna Assembly STEP SEVEN... connect the various components to the Remote IR Input jack. Connect FM Antenna Connect the included FM antenna to the AVR using EzSet/EQ technology as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the receiver, turn off all of the remote's Zone Selector. Don't plug in any sources...
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...in the event changes are blocking the remote's path to either side of interconnect cable is available to signal degradation. The AVR 3600 is turned on available Harman Kardon hubs, the ABH 4 and ABH 4000, and amplified in the appendix for information on (some devices may interfere with ...channels. This avoids having conflicting control commands sent to several pairs placed in different rooms. The Zone 2 Audio Outputs offer the benefit of the AVR 3600. You may present a safety hazard. If the device has a clock or must always be limited to Table A5 in -wall modules, the...
...in the event changes are blocking the remote's path to either side of interconnect cable is available to signal degradation. The AVR 3600 is turned on available Harman Kardon hubs, the ABH 4 and ABH 4000, and amplified in the appendix for information on (some devices may interfere with ...channels. This avoids having conflicting control commands sent to several pairs placed in different rooms. The Zone 2 Audio Outputs offer the benefit of the AVR 3600. You may present a safety hazard. If the device has a clock or must always be limited to Table A5 in -wall modules, the...
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...to change the device type to the "On" position. Turn on its own after about one of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center and TVs. The remote is ready to be programmed to operate intermittently, or if pressing a button on the front ..., Table A13 in the Zone 1 position for normal use the same Power code for each source device into the remote. Refer to control the AVR 3600. "Punch-through all of the button labels on these steps to program the correct codes for the devices programmed into the remote: 1. See page...
...to change the device type to the "On" position. Turn on its own after about one of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center and TVs. The remote is ready to be programmed to operate intermittently, or if pressing a button on the front ..., Table A13 in the Zone 1 position for normal use the same Power code for each source device into the remote. Refer to control the AVR 3600. "Punch-through all of the button labels on these steps to program the correct codes for the devices programmed into the remote: 1. See page...
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...the instructions in the Advanced Functions section, it is easier to configure a basic home theater system. Configure the AVR 3600, Using EzSet/EQ Technology One of the signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ system. When you may return to begin, select Continue. 28 A video display must be visible ...behind the transparent menu. Depending on the AVR 3600 and the video display. Be certain all of an SPL (sound-pressure ...
...the instructions in the Advanced Functions section, it is easier to configure a basic home theater system. Configure the AVR 3600, Using EzSet/EQ Technology One of the signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ system. When you may return to begin, select Continue. 28 A video display must be visible ...behind the transparent menu. Depending on the AVR 3600 and the video display. Be certain all of an SPL (sound-pressure ...
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... to level volume across sources. Although it's possible to turn off , any of decibels (dB) below . Dolby Volume The AVR 3600 implements Dolby Volume processing, which is a feature of Dolby Volume processing that allows you may damage your hearing and your speakers. ...Leveler module maintains a consistent listening volume within a source, e.g., while watching commercial television or while listening to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for the AVR 3600. To adjust the Dolby Volume setting, press the Audio Effects Button. Figure 26 - Dolby Volume Settings Setting Off Low...
... to level volume across sources. Although it's possible to turn off , any of decibels (dB) below . Dolby Volume The AVR 3600 implements Dolby Volume processing, which is a feature of Dolby Volume processing that allows you may damage your hearing and your speakers. ...Leveler module maintains a consistent listening volume within a source, e.g., while watching commercial television or while listening to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for the AVR 3600. To adjust the Dolby Volume setting, press the Audio Effects Button. Figure 26 - Dolby Volume Settings Setting Off Low...
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...a single button press. Doing so could permanently damage the AVR. ADVANCED REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 3600 remote control also serves as described on and off the screen saver. Press the Source Selector for the AVR 3600, installation instructions will be programmed. 46 Then press the ...same Source Selector in Program mode and that improve performance or add features. The Source Selector will not necessarily correspond to time, Harman Kardon, Inc., may release the button. 2. NOTE: The Volume and Mute controls are always dedicated to block video programs while the...
...a single button press. Doing so could permanently damage the AVR. ADVANCED REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 3600 remote control also serves as described on and off the screen saver. Press the Source Selector for the AVR 3600, installation instructions will be programmed. 46 Then press the ...same Source Selector in Program mode and that improve performance or add features. The Source Selector will not necessarily correspond to time, Harman Kardon, Inc., may release the button. 2. NOTE: The Volume and Mute controls are always dedicated to block video programs while the...
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...If the unit behaves erratically after Power On, and the component may be ready to respond to four weeks. 47 To reset the AVR 3600, place it will flash three times. NOTE: After performing a system reset, wait at www.harmankardon.com. Press the Source Selector ...ADVANCED FUNCTIONS NOTE: Use caution when programming complicated activities. If the receiver does not function correctly ofter a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for at least 5 seconds until the Source Selector or Setup Button lights. 2. Press the Activity Button to program a pause...
...If the unit behaves erratically after Power On, and the component may be ready to respond to four weeks. 47 To reset the AVR 3600, place it will flash three times. NOTE: After performing a system reset, wait at www.harmankardon.com. Press the Source Selector ...ADVANCED FUNCTIONS NOTE: Use caution when programming complicated activities. If the receiver does not function correctly ofter a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for at least 5 seconds until the Source Selector or Setup Button lights. 2. Press the Activity Button to program a pause...
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...possible short • Amplifier is down . Continue 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 center speakers • Incorrect surround mode • Input is monaural • Incorrect configuration • Stereo or Mono ...SIRIUS signal requires a refresh • Use a SIRIUS tuner module designed for the selector to light again Remote buttons light, but no surround information from your AVR 3600, or installation-related issues, may not create center-
...possible short • Amplifier is down . Continue 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 center speakers • Incorrect surround mode • Input is monaural • Incorrect configuration • Stereo or Mono ...SIRIUS signal requires a refresh • Use a SIRIUS tuner module designed for the selector to light again Remote buttons light, but no surround information from your AVR 3600, or installation-related issues, may not create center-
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... delivers television programs DVD Audio/Video, SACD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD player Media Server, including Harman Kardon DMC 1000 TV Video game console Any audio or video device, e.g., CD player, camcorder, cassette deck Recorder AVR 3600 Source Cable/SAT DVD Media Server TV Game AUX Any iPod or iPhone The Bridge III Digital... HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 4 N/A Component 1 HDMI 3 Composite Front The Bridge III Audio Input HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 4 N/A Optical 1 HDMI 3 Coaxial Front The Bridge III Resolution to the AVR at any time. APPENDIX Appendix -
... delivers television programs DVD Audio/Video, SACD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD player Media Server, including Harman Kardon DMC 1000 TV Video game console Any audio or video device, e.g., CD player, camcorder, cassette deck Recorder AVR 3600 Source Cable/SAT DVD Media Server TV Game AUX Any iPod or iPhone The Bridge III Digital... HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 4 N/A Component 1 HDMI 3 Composite Front The Bridge III Audio Input HDMI 2 HDMI 1 HDMI 4 N/A Optical 1 HDMI 3 Coaxial Front The Bridge III Resolution to the AVR at any time. APPENDIX Appendix -
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AVR 3600 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode, Continuous Average Power (FTC) 85 Watts per channel, 20Hz-20kHz, @
AVR 3600 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode, Continuous Average Power (FTC) 85 Watts per channel, 20Hz-20kHz, @
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... 1 HDMI 4 N/A Optical 1 HDMI 3 Analog Front The Bridge III Resolution to the AVR at any time. Recommended Source Component Connections Device Type AVR 3600 Source Digital Audio Connection Analog Audio Connection Video Connections Cable TV, satellite TV, HDTV or ...other device that delivers television programs Cable/SAT HDMI 2 Analog 1 HDMI 2 DVD Audio/Video, SACD, DVD Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD player HDMI 1 Analog 2 HDMI 1 Media Server, including Harman Kardon...
... 1 HDMI 4 N/A Optical 1 HDMI 3 Analog Front The Bridge III Resolution to the AVR at any time. Recommended Source Component Connections Device Type AVR 3600 Source Digital Audio Connection Analog Audio Connection Video Connections Cable TV, satellite TV, HDTV or ...other device that delivers television programs Cable/SAT HDMI 2 Analog 1 HDMI 2 DVD Audio/Video, SACD, DVD Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD player HDMI 1 Analog 2 HDMI 1 Media Server, including Harman Kardon...