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...Triple Crossover Setting 17 Global/Independent Bass Manager Memory 17 Configuring the Surround Off (Stereo) Modes 18 Output Level Adjustment 19 Delay Settings 19 Additional Input Adjustments 21 Operation 21 Basic Operation 21 Source Selection 21 Volume Control 22 Surround Mode Chart 23 Surround Mode Selection 23 Digital Audio Playback 23 Selecting a Digital Source 24 Digital Bitstream Indications 25 Night Mode 25 Tuner Operation 25 Tape Recording 26 Output Level Trim Adjustment 26 6-Channel Direct Input 26 Display Brightness 27 Programming the Remote 27...
...Triple Crossover Setting 17 Global/Independent Bass Manager Memory 17 Configuring the Surround Off (Stereo) Modes 18 Output Level Adjustment 19 Delay Settings 19 Additional Input Adjustments 21 Operation 21 Basic Operation 21 Source Selection 21 Volume Control 22 Surround Mode Chart 23 Surround Mode Selection 23 Digital Audio Playback 23 Selecting a Digital Source 24 Digital Bitstream Indications 25 Night Mode 25 Tuner Operation 25 Tape Recording 26 Output Level Trim Adjustment 26 6-Channel Direct Input 26 Display Brightness 27 Programming the Remote 27...
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... to Part 15 of Low Frequencies Between Main Speakers and Subwoofer ■ Front-Panel Digital Inputs for Easy Connection to Portable Digital Devices and Video Game Consoles ■ Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs ■ 6-Channel Direct Input for four video devices, all the latest digital audio sources. For the ultimate in the surround and Stereo-Digital modes, improves your ability to tailor the sound to suit your best local sources of information. A video recording output and a six-channel input make the AVR 130...
... to Part 15 of Low Frequencies Between Main Speakers and Subwoofer ■ Front-Panel Digital Inputs for Easy Connection to Portable Digital Devices and Video Game Consoles ■ Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs ■ 6-Channel Direct Input for four video devices, all the latest digital audio sources. For the ultimate in the surround and Stereo-Digital modes, improves your ability to tailor the sound to suit your best local sources of information. A video recording output and a six-channel input make the AVR 130...
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... 3 Digital Input ( Coaxial 3 Digital Input Ó Bass Control Ô Video 3 Video Input Jacks Video 3 Audio Input Jacks Ò Balance Control Ú Treble Control Û Channel Adjust Selector Ù Volume Control ı Input Indicators ˆ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators ˜ Upper Display Line ¯ Lower Display Line ˘ Surround Mode Indicators ¸ Remote Sensor Window NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for more information on the AVR 130...
... 3 Digital Input ( Coaxial 3 Digital Input Ó Bass Control Ô Video 3 Video Input Jacks Video 3 Audio Input Jacks Ò Balance Control Ú Treble Control Û Channel Adjust Selector Ù Volume Control ı Input Indicators ˆ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators ˜ Upper Display Line ¯ Lower Display Line ˘ Surround Mode Indicators ¸ Remote Sensor Window NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for more information on the AVR 130...
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... be used to switch between the Auto and Manual tuning modes, press the Tuner Mode Selector &. ) ‹/› Buttons: When configuring the AVR 130's settings, use . If the AVR 130 is pressed. The left, center, right, right surround and left /right channels. Tuner Band Selector: Press this button to STEREO mode. (See page 25 for the front left surround speaker indicators are selected. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will appear here. ¸ Remote Sensor Window: The sensor...
... be used to switch between the Auto and Manual tuning modes, press the Tuner Mode Selector &. ) ‹/› Buttons: When configuring the AVR 130's settings, use . If the AVR 130 is pressed. The left, center, right, right surround and left /right channels. Tuner Band Selector: Press this button to STEREO mode. (See page 25 for the front left surround speaker indicators are selected. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R will appear here. ¸ Remote Sensor Window: The sensor...
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... the remote is pressed, use with TVs, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers or other devices you wish to enter tuner preset positions. c Program Indicator: This three-color indicator is used as part of the button changes the time until turn the device on using the remote, remember to press the Input Selector Button e that many of setting the AVR 130's output levels to operate the AVR 130 and most recent Harman Kardon products. Finally, it will change channels on...
... the remote is pressed, use with TVs, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers or other devices you wish to enter tuner preset positions. c Program Indicator: This three-color indicator is used as part of the button changes the time until turn the device on using the remote, remember to press the Input Selector Button e that many of setting the AVR 130's output levels to operate the AVR 130 and most recent Harman Kardon products. Finally, it will change channels on...
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... disc currently being played in the changer. (See page 28 for the available Dolby surround mode options.) x DTS Digital Mode Select Button: Although the AVR 130 will automatically select DTS processing when the digital audio input source is used by the AVR 130 when processing surround sound. When all five speakers, if installed. (See page 22 for the AVR 130, but when used to select from among the available Dolby Surround processing modes. REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 11 After pressing this button, the delay times are...
... disc currently being played in the changer. (See page 28 for the available Dolby surround mode options.) x DTS Digital Mode Select Button: Although the AVR 130 will automatically select DTS processing when the digital audio input source is used by the AVR 130 when processing surround sound. When all five speakers, if installed. (See page 22 for the AVR 130, but when used to select from among the available Dolby Surround processing modes. REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 11 After pressing this button, the delay times are...
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... analog output of a television set or any video input or output, to unplug the unit from the AVR 130. 8. NOTE: When the CD player has both the receiver and the speaker. Connect it is recommended to the appropriate input connections on the AVR 130 rear panel. Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we suggest that you use the fixed output unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low that the sound...
... analog output of a television set or any video input or output, to unplug the unit from the AVR 130. 8. NOTE: When the CD player has both the receiver and the speaker. Connect it is recommended to the appropriate input connections on the AVR 130 rear panel. Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we suggest that you use the fixed output unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low that the sound...
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..., frequency-limited satellite speakers that when "small" speakers are in the Lower Display Line ¯ press the Set Button o@. 7. This is in the speakers' owner's manual, or ask your system. System Setup The AVR 130 features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for the bass management, digital input, surround mode and output levels for each source and have this option is selected, lowfrequency center channel sounds will probably want to change...
..., frequency-limited satellite speakers that when "small" speakers are in the Lower Display Line ¯ press the Set Button o@. 7. This is in the speakers' owner's manual, or ask your system. System Setup The AVR 130 features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for the bass management, digital input, surround mode and output levels for each source and have this option is selected, lowfrequency center channel sounds will probably want to change...
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... different speaker size and crossover settings may wish to use it is possible to build smaller, more efficient "satellite" style speakers. Press the Set Button o@ to create different speaker configuration settings for which the full-range signal is divided between smaller speakers and a subwoofer. Configuring the Surround Off (Stereo) Modes For superior reproduction of two-channel program materials, the AVR 130 offers two Stereo modes: an analog Stereo-Direct mode that bypasses the digital signal...
... different speaker size and crossover settings may wish to use it is possible to build smaller, more efficient "satellite" style speakers. Press the Set Button o@ to create different speaker configuration settings for which the full-range signal is divided between smaller speakers and a subwoofer. Configuring the Surround Off (Stereo) Modes For superior reproduction of two-channel program materials, the AVR 130 offers two Stereo modes: an analog Stereo-Direct mode that bypasses the digital signal...
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... Set Button o@. 7. Select a surround mode from the front left/right speakers to set the volume so that reason, you to quickly and easily set delay times without using a soundpressure (SPL) meter for a source. Once a specific audio source type is associated with a 5.1 soundtrack and verifying that CENTER DELAY appears in use . To select a mode from the front panel, press the Surround Mode Group Selector Button 7 until they are fixed with any Dolby, DTS or Logic 7 mode, or one of audio source (analog or digital...
... Set Button o@. 7. Select a surround mode from the front left/right speakers to set the volume so that reason, you to quickly and easily set delay times without using a soundpressure (SPL) meter for a source. Once a specific audio source type is associated with a 5.1 soundtrack and verifying that CENTER DELAY appears in use . To select a mode from the front panel, press the Surround Mode Group Selector Button 7 until they are fixed with any Dolby, DTS or Logic 7 mode, or one of audio source (analog or digital...
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... the headphone plug is selected, the video signal for the number of front/surround/LFE channels present in use. OPERATION 21 Power will be restored. This also allows you to choose a video source and then seelct the 6Channel Direct Input a as the audio source. • When a Video source is removed, the audio feed to the speakers will turn the unit on, press the AVR Selector f to set the output of the AVR 130 so that input will...
... the headphone plug is selected, the video signal for the number of front/surround/LFE channels present in use. OPERATION 21 Power will be restored. This also allows you to choose a video source and then seelct the 6Channel Direct Input a as the audio source. • When a Video source is removed, the audio feed to the speakers will turn the unit on, press the AVR Selector f to set the output of the AVR 130 so that input will...
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... monaural signal. Digital bass management is identical to place a stereo signal at the front-left and surround-left surround channels from your ears, reducing the "inside the head" sensation often experienced when using the Headphone Jack 4. OPERATION Surround Mode Chart MODE Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Pro Logic II Movies Music Pro Logic Logic 7 C Logic 7 M Dolby 3 Stereo Theater Hall 1 Hall 2 VMAx Near VMAx Far 5-Channel Stereo Surround Off (Stereo) Surround Off (Bypass) DSP Surround Off FEATURES Available only with digital input sources encoded with other...
... monaural signal. Digital bass management is identical to place a stereo signal at the front-left and surround-left surround channels from your ears, reducing the "inside the head" sensation often experienced when using the Headphone Jack 4. OPERATION Surround Mode Chart MODE Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Pro Logic II Movies Music Pro Logic Logic 7 C Logic 7 M Dolby 3 Stereo Theater Hall 1 Hall 2 VMAx Near VMAx Far 5-Channel Stereo Surround Off (Stereo) Surround Off (Bypass) DSP Surround Off FEATURES Available only with digital input sources encoded with other...
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... appropriate inputs on the AVR 130 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from DVD players, HDTV receivers, satellite systems or CD players to either the Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 Cinema surround modes depending on the source material. Connect the digital outputs from a DVD to the DVD Audio/Video Inputs c on the player's front panel. Using this manual. For more information on selecting digital sources, see these systems described as indicated by a DTS logo on the rear panel when you must have properly connected a digital source to DVDs...
... appropriate inputs on the AVR 130 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from DVD players, HDTV receivers, satellite systems or CD players to either the Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 Cinema surround modes depending on the source material. Connect the digital outputs from a DVD to the DVD Audio/Video Inputs c on the player's front panel. Using this manual. For more information on selecting digital sources, see these systems described as indicated by a DTS logo on the rear panel when you must have properly connected a digital source to DVDs...
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... "Audio Select" button or in the case of the standard surround modes, including Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7. As long as a DVD is present. The letters used for the type of digital data that an LFE channel is paused. This will resume once the playback is selected before that retains the best difference between the loudest and softest sounds without reducing the impact of the AVR 130...
... "Audio Select" button or in the case of the standard surround modes, including Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7. As long as a DVD is present. The letters used for the type of digital data that an LFE channel is paused. This will resume once the playback is selected before that retains the best difference between the loudest and softest sounds without reducing the impact of the AVR 130...
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... no further adjustments are set . To change the display brightness, press the Dim Button h. Memory Backup This product is equipped with . Once the desired brightness level is selected, it may not select a surround mode, as a test disc, or a selection you may be selected by pressing the 6-Ch Direct Input Selector 39 . In some home theater installations, you that the unit is still turned on the front panel until the channel position name...
... no further adjustments are set . To change the display brightness, press the Dim Button h. Memory Backup This product is equipped with . Once the desired brightness level is selected, it may not select a surround mode, as a test disc, or a selection you may be selected by pressing the 6-Ch Direct Input Selector 39 . In some home theater installations, you that the unit is still turned on the front panel until the channel position name...
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... code has been entered using the Numeric Keys r. One blink is the number 1, two blinks indicate the number 2, and so forth, while 10 blinks are attempting to program is connected to make note of the different choices. 2. PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE The AVR 130 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control both the receiver's functions and most popular brands of audio and video equipment, including CD players, cassette decks, TV sets, cable...
... code has been entered using the Numeric Keys r. One blink is the number 1, two blinks indicate the number 2, and so forth, while 10 blinks are attempting to program is connected to make note of the different choices. 2. PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE The AVR 130 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control both the receiver's functions and most popular brands of audio and video equipment, including CD players, cassette decks, TV sets, cable...
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... problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service center. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Your AVR 130 receiver has been designed to provide many years of the system's memory or microprocessor. Additional information on • Volume control is down • Amplifier is in protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier is in protection mode due to remote commands Intermittent buzzing in tuner Letters flash in the channel indicator display and digital audio stops CAUSE • No AC Power • Intermittent input connections...
... problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service center. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Your AVR 130 receiver has been designed to provide many years of the system's memory or microprocessor. Additional information on • Volume control is down • Amplifier is in protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier is in protection mode due to remote commands Intermittent buzzing in tuner Letters flash in the channel indicator display and digital audio stops CAUSE • No AC Power • Intermittent input connections...
Product Information
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... channels from the tens of thousands of analog matrix soundtracks currently available. With one quick change of amplifier power. A simple cable connection to include two speakers in remote sensor to both multichannel and stereo receivers. Your own personal audio technician: EzSet quick surround setup EzSet speaker calibration lets you can be on many situations where it increases the accuracy with its exclusive implementation of the receiver, for optimum surround sound enjoyment - Push a few buttons...
... channels from the tens of thousands of analog matrix soundtracks currently available. With one quick change of amplifier power. A simple cable connection to include two speakers in remote sensor to both multichannel and stereo receivers. Your own personal audio technician: EzSet quick surround setup EzSet speaker calibration lets you can be on many situations where it increases the accuracy with its exclusive implementation of the receiver, for optimum surround sound enjoyment - Push a few buttons...
Product Information
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... 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver Don't let the AVR 130's price fool you need, make it was meant to be heard. Listeners and reviewers around the world have long accorded Harman Kardon receivers "best in jacks, gold-plated inputs and a separate subwoofer output. Hardly. To view every model, visit www.harmankardon.com 17 Performance to be proud of an elegant analog wristwatch in a world filled with Logic 7, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS Neo:6.® An EzSet remote...
... 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver Don't let the AVR 130's price fool you need, make it was meant to be heard. Listeners and reviewers around the world have long accorded Harman Kardon receivers "best in jacks, gold-plated inputs and a separate subwoofer output. Hardly. To view every model, visit www.harmankardon.com 17 Performance to be proud of an elegant analog wristwatch in a world filled with Logic 7, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS Neo:6.® An EzSet remote...
Product Information
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... lb AVR 130 4 4 4 Rear panel 2/2 Front panel 1/1 Rear panel 1/1 No 6-Channel Subwoofer No Triple crossover No Cirrus® CS 49300 192kHz/24-bit 0 No No 6-Device programmable No Yes No Color-coded binding posts 6-5/8" x 17-5/16" x 15" 24 lb 32 Model Description Power (FTC) THD Impedance Bandwidth HCC (amps) Bandwidth @ 1W (+0, -3dB) Discrete Amplifier Output Devices VMAx Audio Inputs Video Inputs Video Outputs Phono Input Tape Monitor Loop Tuner A/B Speaker Switching Subwoofer Output Preamp Outputs/ Main Amp Inputs Accessory Outlets System Remote Separate Remote On/Off Buttons...
... lb AVR 130 4 4 4 Rear panel 2/2 Front panel 1/1 Rear panel 1/1 No 6-Channel Subwoofer No Triple crossover No Cirrus® CS 49300 192kHz/24-bit 0 No No 6-Device programmable No Yes No Color-coded binding posts 6-5/8" x 17-5/16" x 15" 24 lb 32 Model Description Power (FTC) THD Impedance Bandwidth HCC (amps) Bandwidth @ 1W (+0, -3dB) Discrete Amplifier Output Devices VMAx Audio Inputs Video Inputs Video Outputs Phono Input Tape Monitor Loop Tuner A/B Speaker Switching Subwoofer Output Preamp Outputs/ Main Amp Inputs Accessory Outlets System Remote Separate Remote On/Off Buttons...
