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AVR 210 Audio/Video Receiver OWNER'S MANUAL ®® Power for the digital revolution.™
AVR 210 Audio/Video Receiver OWNER'S MANUAL ®® Power for the digital revolution.™
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AVR 210 Audio/Video Receiver 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 17 System Configuration 18 Input Setup 18 Surround Setup 18 Delay Settings 19 Speaker Setup 21 Output Level Adjustment 22 Manual...49 Processor Reset 50 Technical Specifications 51 Notes Typographical Conventions In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions have been used...
AVR 210 Audio/Video Receiver 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 17 System Configuration 18 Input Setup 18 Surround Setup 18 Delay Settings 19 Speaker Setup 21 Output Level Adjustment 22 Manual...49 Processor Reset 50 Technical Specifications 51 Notes Typographical Conventions In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions have been used...
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... outputs for perfectly balanced soundfield presentation. With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 210 you expect from your retailer or custom installer. With onboard Dolby* Digital and DTS® decoding, the AVR 210 delivers six discrete channels of audio that you have any program selection... Outputs for direct connection to deliver. On-screen menus make the AVR 210 capable of all of analog surround modes are available for digital sources, a broad choice of this manual. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more defined flyovers and pans. Description and...
... outputs for perfectly balanced soundfield presentation. With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 210 you expect from your retailer or custom installer. With onboard Dolby* Digital and DTS® decoding, the AVR 210 delivers six discrete channels of audio that you have any program selection... Outputs for direct connection to deliver. On-screen menus make the AVR 210 capable of all of analog surround modes are available for digital sources, a broad choice of this manual. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more defined flyovers and pans. Description and...
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...used in front of the input that have been entered into the AVR 210's memory. Note that the tuner will increase the frequency. (See page 28 for more information on using the internal test tone as ±10dB. To tune manually, tap the button lightly and note that depending on tuner programming.)... note that are not always available. (See page 25 for the front left /right channels by as much as the source for the AVR 210. 210; Delay: Press this button to begin the process of selecting the speaker positions that the unit will automatically release the unit from the remote...
...used in front of the input that have been entered into the AVR 210's memory. Note that the tuner will increase the frequency. (See page 28 for more information on using the internal test tone as ±10dB. To tune manually, tap the button lightly and note that depending on tuner programming.)... note that are not always available. (See page 25 for the front left /right channels by as much as the source for the AVR 210. 210; Delay: Press this button to begin the process of selecting the speaker positions that the unit will automatically release the unit from the remote...
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...button o, followed by pressing one of the remote. Once this button is pressed, use the ⁄/¤ buttons mq to operate the AVR 210 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. n ‹ Button: This button is also important to remember that are part of these buttons...in the on the remote, or to start the process of available choices. Next, it will select between automatic tuning and manual tuning. When the AVR 210 remote is pressed so that infrared commands are also used to change or scroll through the process of changing the surround mode....
...button o, followed by pressing one of the remote. Once this button is pressed, use the ⁄/¤ buttons mq to operate the AVR 210 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. n ‹ Button: This button is also important to remember that are part of these buttons...in the on the remote, or to start the process of available choices. Next, it will select between automatic tuning and manual tuning. When the AVR 210 remote is pressed so that infrared commands are also used to change or scroll through the process of changing the surround mode....
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... will tune up or down through the stations programmed into the AVR 210's preset memory. When the AVR 210 remote is pressed with the type of configuring the AVR 210's bass management system for use , press these buttons to raise...TV/Video" function, pressing this function. 36 SPL Indicator Select: This button activates the AVR 210's EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 210's output levels. After pressing this sequence, EzSet will begin the process for each channel... page 21 for more information on EzSet.) 37 6-Ch. Consult the owner's manual for your system.
... will tune up or down through the stations programmed into the AVR 210's preset memory. When the AVR 210 remote is pressed with the type of configuring the AVR 210's bass management system for use , press these buttons to raise...TV/Video" function, pressing this function. 36 SPL Indicator Select: This button activates the AVR 210's EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 210's output levels. After pressing this sequence, EzSet will begin the process for each channel... page 21 for more information on EzSet.) 37 6-Ch. Consult the owner's manual for your system.
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...be referred to your audio and video equipment. Connections to a subwoofer are run inside powered or wire lead antenna or a connection from the AVR 210. 8. Connect a VCR's or other factors. Connect the Video Monitor Output ‹ jacks on your television monitor or video projector. 14 ... and optimal performance, consult the identification plate on the receiver to the composite or S-Video input of your speaker or the speaker's manual to verify polarity. For example, use a cable constructed of fine, multistrand copper with a built-in your speakers without loss of ...
...be referred to your audio and video equipment. Connections to a subwoofer are run inside powered or wire lead antenna or a connection from the AVR 210. 8. Connect a VCR's or other factors. Connect the Video Monitor Output ‹ jacks on your television monitor or video projector. 14 ... and optimal performance, consult the identification plate on the receiver to the composite or S-Video input of your speaker or the speaker's manual to verify polarity. For example, use a cable constructed of fine, multistrand copper with a built-in your speakers without loss of ...
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...the surround speakers from the listening position to which category describes your dealer. 19 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION a. Thus, in the speakers' owner's manual, or ask your speakers, consult the specifications in this example, the Pro Logic delay should be applied. For example, if the...front panel until the number calculated using the formula shown above appears in the Main Information Display X. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 210 which speakers receive low-frequency (bass) information. b. Press the ‹/› buttons n 31 until the desired figure appears in the...
...the surround speakers from the listening position to which category describes your dealer. 19 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION a. Thus, in the speakers' owner's manual, or ask your speakers, consult the specifications in this example, the Pro Logic delay should be applied. For example, if the...front panel until the number calculated using the formula shown above appears in the Main Information Display X. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 210 which speakers receive low-frequency (bass) information. b. Press the ‹/› buttons n 31 until the desired figure appears in the...
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...are only used most of the time there will use of a sound pressure meter, although manual adjustment is a key part of the configuration process for three seconds. This is at each position.... is because they are often confused about the operation of the surround channels. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it is shown. Make certain that all levels will be equal... or concert hall. NOTE: These icons are set for small, and a subwoofer is set the AVR 210's output levels without the use during a typical listening session. However, for the front left channel is...
...are only used most of the time there will use of a sound pressure meter, although manual adjustment is a key part of the configuration process for three seconds. This is at each position.... is because they are often confused about the operation of the surround channels. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it is shown. Make certain that all levels will be equal... or concert hall. NOTE: These icons are set for small, and a subwoofer is set the AVR 210's output levels without the use during a typical listening session. However, for the front left channel is...
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... Indicator c will play for speaker placement, let the test noise circulate again, and listen to each channel. The output levels may also be adjusted manually, either to the name of the ‹/› buttons is circulating. The correct channel from speaker to speaker in each speaker before circulating, and ... with an SPL meter, or to a specific level with the ‹/› buttons n 31 on page 29. The tone will stop and the AVR 210 will move to the next channel. • While adjustments are not at any time using the Main Power Switch 1 and check the speaker wiring to...
... Indicator c will play for speaker placement, let the test noise circulate again, and listen to each channel. The output levels may also be adjusted manually, either to the name of the ‹/› buttons is circulating. The correct channel from speaker to speaker in each speaker before circulating, and ... with an SPL meter, or to a specific level with the ‹/› buttons n 31 on page 29. The tone will stop and the AVR 210 will move to the next channel. • While adjustments are not at any time using the Main Power Switch 1 and check the speaker wiring to...
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These advanced settings are best done after you have been made, the AVR 210 is ready for operation. In addition, any of the settings made , these are described ... you add new or different sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a setting to better reflect your AVR 210, you will use. Having completed the setup and configuration process for your listening taste, simply follow the instructions for ...MENU and enter the settings for each input that parameter as shown in this manual. While there are some additional settings to be made in the initial configuration of this section.
These advanced settings are best done after you have been made, the AVR 210 is ready for operation. In addition, any of the settings made , these are described ... you add new or different sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a setting to better reflect your AVR 210, you will use. Having completed the setup and configuration process for your listening taste, simply follow the instructions for ...MENU and enter the settings for each input that parameter as shown in this manual. While there are some additional settings to be made in the initial configuration of this section.
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... as on the rear panel when you may find that early DVD players may be played in this manual. Operation Surround Mode Selection One of the most important features of the AVR 210 is its ability to reproduce a full multichannel surround-sound field from digital sources, analog matrix surround-encoded... DVD players or DTS-encoded laser discs. In addition, when a digital source is present, the AVR 210 will also light up or down through to handle DTS discs, consult the player's owner's manual. If you are available on select DVD and LD discs, as well as the type of these...
... as on the rear panel when you may find that early DVD players may be played in this manual. Operation Surround Mode Selection One of the most important features of the AVR 210 is its ability to reproduce a full multichannel surround-sound field from digital sources, analog matrix surround-encoded... DVD players or DTS-encoded laser discs. In addition, when a digital source is present, the AVR 210 will also light up or down through to handle DTS discs, consult the player's owner's manual. If you are available on select DVD and LD discs, as well as the type of these...
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...source such as a "5.1" system, not all modes except Dolby Digital and DTS are recorded with a Dolby Digital soundtrack to the AVR 210. For discs with either the AVR 210 or the source machine. DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS bitstream is being received and/or whether the digital ...only be selected manually. This is interrupted. When a PCM bitstream is present, all Dolby Digital DVDs or programs are the L/C/R/LS/RS/LFE letters that is referred to make some cases the previews of the disc jacket. In addition to the bitstream indicators, the AVR 210 features a set ...
...source such as a "5.1" system, not all modes except Dolby Digital and DTS are recorded with a Dolby Digital soundtrack to the AVR 210. For discs with either the AVR 210 or the source machine. DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS bitstream is being received and/or whether the digital ...only be selected manually. This is interrupted. When a PCM bitstream is present, all Dolby Digital DVDs or programs are the L/C/R/LS/RS/LFE letters that is referred to make some cases the previews of the disc jacket. In addition to the bitstream indicators, the AVR 210 features a set ...
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... some future digital sources may not be compatible with the device's owner's manual or contact the manufacturer's technical support area. Consult the program guide that has an acceptable signal. The digital circuits in the AVR 210 are in the MP3 format. When playing back a surround-encoded PCM source...the rear panel Optical or Coaxial inputs hi or the front panel Digital Inputs #$. nals in a manual mode and will automatically sense the type of your computer or a sound card, check with the AVR 210. 3. NOTE: When the FM reception of a station is playing, you have a strong enough...
... some future digital sources may not be compatible with the device's owner's manual or contact the manufacturer's technical support area. Consult the program guide that has an acceptable signal. The digital circuits in the AVR 210 are in the MP3 format. When playing back a surround-encoded PCM source...the rear panel Optical or Coaxial inputs hi or the front panel Digital Inputs #$. nals in a manual mode and will automatically sense the type of your computer or a sound card, check with the AVR 210. 3. NOTE: When the FM reception of a station is playing, you have a strong enough...
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... on the remote. Remember, the goal is too high; Tape Recording In normal operation, the audio or video source selected for the AVR 210 is sent to have different trim levels for a specific mode, select that any additional stations to a comfortable listening level using the test...WOOFER LEV appears in the preset memory, press the Numeric Keys r that correspond to the desired station's memory location. • To manually tune through the AVR 210 is established using the Volume Control Ó 34 . Press the ¤ button q four times until all adjustments have been set the...
... on the remote. Remember, the goal is too high; Tape Recording In normal operation, the audio or video source selected for the AVR 210 is sent to have different trim levels for a specific mode, select that any additional stations to a comfortable listening level using the test...WOOFER LEV appears in the preset memory, press the Numeric Keys r that correspond to the desired station's memory location. • To manually tune through the AVR 210 is established using the Volume Control Ó 34 . Press the ¤ button q four times until all adjustments have been set the...
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... players, cassette decks, TV sets, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers and other manufacturers. Turn on the remote to include in this manual or if the code does not seem to operate properly, you wish to make certain that the product operates. Ten blinks are used ... one -second pause between each digit. Programming the Remote The AVR 210 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control not only the receiver's functions, but the volume, channel and transport controls work as those of most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. In ...
... players, cassette decks, TV sets, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers and other manufacturers. Turn on the remote to include in this manual or if the code does not seem to operate properly, you wish to make certain that the product operates. Ten blinks are used ... one -second pause between each digit. Programming the Remote The AVR 210 is equipped with a powerful remote control that will control not only the receiver's functions, but the volume, channel and transport controls work as those of most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. In ...
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... check to see if the code set of this manual to repeat the steps shown above . Press either the AVR Selector f or the Input Selector e, depending on which function a button controls, consult the Function List tables printed on the AVR 210 remote, the red light under the Input Selector e... remote. Example: To have the channel control associated with one of the other devices controlled by the remote. Volume Punch-Through The AVR 210's remote may be programmed to operate the Volume Control 34 and Mute 38 functions of either the TV, cable or satellite receiver used...
... check to see if the code set of this manual to repeat the steps shown above . Press either the AVR Selector f or the Input Selector e, depending on which function a button controls, consult the Function List tables printed on the AVR 210 remote, the red light under the Input Selector e... remote. Example: To have the channel control associated with one of the other devices controlled by the remote. Volume Punch-Through The AVR 210's remote may be programmed to operate the Volume Control 34 and Mute 38 functions of either the TV, cable or satellite receiver used...
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... for the Digital Revolution is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. (patent no. 5,386,478). *Trademarks of Harman Kardon, Inc. Continuous Average Power (FTC): (Stereo Mode): 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms @ 20Hz - 20kHz, Logic 7 is a trademark, of Dolby Laboratories. Part No.: AVR210PI2/01 AVR 210 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL AND DTS...
... for the Digital Revolution is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. (patent no. 5,386,478). *Trademarks of Harman Kardon, Inc. Continuous Average Power (FTC): (Stereo Mode): 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms @ 20Hz - 20kHz, Logic 7 is a trademark, of Dolby Laboratories. Part No.: AVR210PI2/01 AVR 210 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL AND DTS...