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... ensure that everything works together seamlessly, the AVR 354 features a full-color graphical user interface and an eight-device programmable remote. The AVR 354 is all about ease of all Harman Kardon A/V receivers, the AVR 254 features a high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth design for maximum fidelity. 10 11 Harman Kardon founder Dr. Sidney Harman has always believed technology should serve users, not...
... ensure that everything works together seamlessly, the AVR 354 features a full-color graphical user interface and an eight-device programmable remote. The AVR 354 is all about ease of all Harman Kardon A/V receivers, the AVR 254 features a high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth design for maximum fidelity. 10 11 Harman Kardon founder Dr. Sidney Harman has always believed technology should serve users, not...
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Let the (gloriously uninterrupted) music begin. 12 iPod touch not included. 13 Thanks to seamlessly select and play audio and video content - The Bridge II connects directly to Harman Kardon The Bridge-ready products and allows you to use your system's remote to The Bridge II docking station, connection and control are completely within your iPod? guided by easy-to-read on-screen or front-panel messages. / DOCKING STATION FOR iPod The Bridge II Docking Station for iPod Is your home entertainment system incomplete without music from your power.
Let the (gloriously uninterrupted) music begin. 12 iPod touch not included. 13 Thanks to seamlessly select and play audio and video content - The Bridge II connects directly to Harman Kardon The Bridge-ready products and allows you to use your system's remote to The Bridge II docking station, connection and control are completely within your iPod? guided by easy-to-read on-screen or front-panel messages. / DOCKING STATION FOR iPod The Bridge II Docking Station for iPod Is your home entertainment system incomplete without music from your power.
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Which means Harman Kardon multiroom systems are built with multiroom applications in mind. So go ahead, spread out and enjoy yourself. All include assignable rear-channel amplifiers, all offer a second-zone control system, and the AVR 354 includes a second-zone remote control. All Harman Kardon 7.1-channel AVR receivers are easy to set up and use. Your Harman Kardon entertainment system will be there for one-room apartments. MULTIROOM PRODUCTS One-room systems are only ideal for you. 24 25
Which means Harman Kardon multiroom systems are built with multiroom applications in mind. So go ahead, spread out and enjoy yourself. All include assignable rear-channel amplifiers, all offer a second-zone control system, and the AVR 354 includes a second-zone remote control. All Harman Kardon 7.1-channel AVR receivers are easy to set up and use. Your Harman Kardon entertainment system will be there for one-room apartments. MULTIROOM PRODUCTS One-room systems are only ideal for you. 24 25
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.... With an ABH 4000 expansion hub and up to four different input sources (including your Harman Kardon AVR), you to distribute audio from any receiver's "Tape" or "Multiroom" outputs to any Harman Kardon remote control. Link in an A-BUS®-equipped Harman Kardon product and make its key caps are swappable, to mirror your system), or to power...
.... With an ABH 4000 expansion hub and up to four different input sources (including your Harman Kardon AVR), you to distribute audio from any receiver's "Tape" or "Multiroom" outputs to any Harman Kardon remote control. Link in an A-BUS®-equipped Harman Kardon product and make its key caps are swappable, to mirror your system), or to power...
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... Plug-and-play compatibility with virtually any multimedia device. Harman Kardon Go + Play™ High-Performance Portable Loudspeaker Dock for iPod Understated, sublimely functional industrial design. From its flat iPod cradle and smart RF remote to music, games and movies − and looks ...spectacular doing it arrives. 42 43 The Harman Kardon Go + Play™ loudspeaker dock is the loudspeaker dock that perfectly matches ...
... Plug-and-play compatibility with virtually any multimedia device. Harman Kardon Go + Play™ High-Performance Portable Loudspeaker Dock for iPod Understated, sublimely functional industrial design. From its flat iPod cradle and smart RF remote to music, games and movies − and looks ...spectacular doing it arrives. 42 43 The Harman Kardon Go + Play™ loudspeaker dock is the loudspeaker dock that perfectly matches ...
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... Management On-Screen Display Input Titling DSP Processor Output DACs Video Processing/Conversion Lip Sync Delay IEC Detachable Power Cord System Remote IR-In/Out Jacks IR Carrier Output Discrete Remote-On/Off Codes Upgrade Data Port Speaker Terminals Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight * Models with OSD 7.1 Channels 2 @ ... 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby® Digital Pro Logic® II Yes 2-Channel, Dolby® HP No Yes No Yes Up to XM service required. AVR 354 7.1-Channel AVR 75 x 2 75 x 7 High-current; ±35 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby® Digital Plus Pro...
... Management On-Screen Display Input Titling DSP Processor Output DACs Video Processing/Conversion Lip Sync Delay IEC Detachable Power Cord System Remote IR-In/Out Jacks IR Carrier Output Discrete Remote-On/Off Codes Upgrade Data Port Speaker Terminals Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight * Models with OSD 7.1 Channels 2 @ ... 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby® Digital Pro Logic® II Yes 2-Channel, Dolby® HP No Yes No Yes Up to XM service required. AVR 354 7.1-Channel AVR 75 x 2 75 x 7 High-current; ±35 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby® Digital Plus Pro...
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... included for center and satellites Sats: 9-9/16" x 3-15/16" x 3-5/8"; sub: 18-7/8" x 13-3/8" x 13-3/8" Sats: 1.7 lb; Harman Kardon® A-BUS-equipped product A-BUS-equipped product System Connection Cat. 5/5e cable or better Cat. 5/5e cable or better Dimensions (H x W ... 9-1/16" x 9-1/2" Weight 4 lb Input Impedance >10k ohms Signal-to 14 AWG 4-1/4" x 1-3/4" x 2-1/4" 0.25 lb HE 1000 External infrared remote sensor Harman Kardon® or compatible products with 3" midrange and 1/2"dome tweeter, video-shielded N/A N/A 8 Ohms 86dB 110Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) N/A Spring lever (...
... included for center and satellites Sats: 9-9/16" x 3-15/16" x 3-5/8"; sub: 18-7/8" x 13-3/8" x 13-3/8" Sats: 1.7 lb; Harman Kardon® A-BUS-equipped product A-BUS-equipped product System Connection Cat. 5/5e cable or better Cat. 5/5e cable or better Dimensions (H x W ... 9-1/16" x 9-1/2" Weight 4 lb Input Impedance >10k ohms Signal-to 14 AWG 4-1/4" x 1-3/4" x 2-1/4" 0.25 lb HE 1000 External infrared remote sensor Harman Kardon® or compatible products with 3" midrange and 1/2"dome tweeter, video-shielded N/A N/A 8 Ohms 86dB 110Hz - 20kHz (-6dB) N/A Spring lever (...
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... the building, as possible. Important Information for the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of your remote control. 3 If this product, be certain that it with a cord meeting factory specifications. Unpacking The carton and shipping materials used in...-B digital device, pursuant to cushion it dry immediately with clean water. SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your AVR 354 has been designed for use only the power cord attached to your unit. If you may damage the finish of the finish, cleaning...
... the building, as possible. Important Information for the User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of your remote control. 3 If this product, be certain that it with a cord meeting factory specifications. Unpacking The carton and shipping materials used in...-B digital device, pursuant to cushion it dry immediately with clean water. SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your AVR 354 has been designed for use only the power cord attached to your unit. If you may damage the finish of the finish, cleaning...
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... the Subwoofer 25 Step Three - Program Sources Into the Remote 32 Step Nine - Determine Speaker Crossover 48 Step Two - Connect the Source Components 29 Step Five - Turn On the AVR 354 35 INITIAL SETUP 35 Using the On-Screen Menu System 35 Configure the AVR 354 Using EzSet/EQ Technology 37 Set Up Sources 40...
... the Subwoofer 25 Step Three - Program Sources Into the Remote 32 Step Nine - Determine Speaker Crossover 48 Step Two - Connect the Source Components 29 Step Five - Turn On the AVR 354 35 INITIAL SETUP 35 Using the On-Screen Menu System 35 Configure the AVR 354 Using EzSet/EQ Technology 37 Set Up Sources 40...
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...; Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display • Color-coded connections • Programmable, learning 7-device main remote control (includes AVR control over The Bridge II) • Source input renaming • Lip Sync Delay (up to 1080p ...cord for easy installation Supplied Accessories The following accessory items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. • System and Zone 2 remote controls • EzSet/EQ microphone • docking station for iPod • ... • Headphone Ease of these items are supplied with the AVR 354.
...; Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display • Color-coded connections • Programmable, learning 7-device main remote control (includes AVR control over The Bridge II) • Source input renaming • Lip Sync Delay (up to 1080p ...cord for easy installation Supplied Accessories The following accessory items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. • System and Zone 2 remote controls • EzSet/EQ microphone • docking station for iPod • ... • Headphone Ease of these items are supplied with the AVR 354.
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...the AVR 354 is placed inside the boxes to indicate which is set to the preferred surround mode that may use , the current menu settings appear. AVR Settings Button: Press this switch or the remote control. If none is also used to navigate the AVR's menus and to an authorized Harman Kardon ...service center for the EzSet/EQ procedure described in the incoming signal. This jack is found, bring the unit to operate the tuner. Use the front-panel or remote ⁄/¤ Buttons to engage it....
...the AVR 354 is placed inside the boxes to indicate which is set to the preferred surround mode that may use , the current menu settings appear. AVR Settings Button: Press this switch or the remote control. If none is also used to navigate the AVR's menus and to an authorized Harman Kardon ...service center for the EzSet/EQ procedure described in the incoming signal. This jack is found, bring the unit to operate the tuner. Use the front-panel or remote ⁄/¤ Buttons to engage it....
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AVR Info Message Display Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Remote IR Sensor Volume Power Indicator Standby/On Main Power Switch Switch Resolution Video Modes Source List Audio Surround OK Effects Modes / Navigation Headphone Jack/EzSet/...
AVR Info Message Display Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Remote IR Sensor Volume Power Indicator Standby/On Main Power Switch Switch Resolution Video Modes Source List Audio Surround OK Effects Modes / Navigation Headphone Jack/EzSet/...
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...Analog 5 with any of your TV, and the AVR 354 will be required when you connect external IR emitters or other devices to the AVR to pass IR signals to other speaker outputs, remember to the Remote IR Output) from the remote zone. Subwoofer Output: If you may be paired with...system. 10 XM Antenna Jack: Plug in the remote zone of the analog video inputs, then pair it to one or both the receiver and the speaker. If your display; Remember to your video display is playing. With the AVR 354's powerful processor, you have a powered subwoofer with ...
...Analog 5 with any of your TV, and the AVR 354 will be required when you connect external IR emitters or other devices to the AVR to pass IR signals to other speaker outputs, remember to the Remote IR Output) from the remote zone. Subwoofer Output: If you may be paired with...system. 10 XM Antenna Jack: Plug in the remote zone of the analog video inputs, then pair it to one or both the receiver and the speaker. If your display; Remember to your video display is playing. With the AVR 354's powerful processor, you have a powered subwoofer with ...
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... Bridge II 1, 2 and 3 HDMI XM Monitor Antenna Output AC Power Input Component Video Monitor Outputs Analog 2 Outputs Zone 2 Audio Outputs Remote Preamp IR Input Outputs Analog 4 Front Speaker Outputs Outputs Remote IR Output 6-/8Channel Inputs Coaxial Digital Audio Output Coaxial 1 and 2 Digital Audio Switched AC Accessory Outlet RS-232 Reset RS-232...
... Bridge II 1, 2 and 3 HDMI XM Monitor Antenna Output AC Power Input Component Video Monitor Outputs Analog 2 Outputs Zone 2 Audio Outputs Remote Preamp IR Input Outputs Analog 4 Front Speaker Outputs Outputs Remote IR Output 6-/8Channel Inputs Coaxial Digital Audio Output Coaxial 1 and 2 Digital Audio Switched AC Accessory Outlet RS-232 Reset RS-232...
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... and if you turn on the receiver. The Bridge II Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to that consumes more than 50 watts of the Component Video Inputs and ...Video Monitor Outputs for improved recording quality. A standard processor reset is needed. However, the AVR 354 does not convert digital audio sources to the recorder's input for copy-protected sources. •...Switched AC Accessory Outlet: You may optionally connect a source to power the speakers in the remote zone of one of power. Zone 2 Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to an external amplifier...
... and if you turn on the receiver. The Bridge II Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to that consumes more than 50 watts of the Component Video Inputs and ...Video Monitor Outputs for improved recording quality. A standard processor reset is needed. However, the AVR 354 does not convert digital audio sources to the recorder's input for copy-protected sources. •...Switched AC Accessory Outlet: You may optionally connect a source to power the speakers in the remote zone of one of power. Zone 2 Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to an external amplifier...
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...by pressing its Source Selector, press this button to turn on the remote, infrared codes are labeled for the current signal will vary depending on the receiver and switch the remote's mode to mute the AVR 354's speaker and headphone outputs temporarily. The AUX Source Selector may be changed... device types: a CD player, an HDTV set-top box, a PVD recorder used to operate the AVR. MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 354 remote is capable of controlling 7 devices, including the AVR itself and an iPod docked in the Initial Setup section, it is necessary to set up to 90 minutes...
...by pressing its Source Selector, press this button to turn on the remote, infrared codes are labeled for the current signal will vary depending on the receiver and switch the remote's mode to mute the AVR 354's speaker and headphone outputs temporarily. The AUX Source Selector may be changed... device types: a CD player, an HDTV set-top box, a PVD recorder used to operate the AVR. MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 354 remote is capable of controlling 7 devices, including the AVR itself and an iPod docked in the Initial Setup section, it is necessary to set up to 90 minutes...
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...no effect on the receiver, but are used to make recordings when an audio or video recorder is used to change channels. Learn: The AVR 354 remote is capable of "learning" individual IR codes from a source device to display the main menu on some DVD players when playing a DVD Audio...a single press, which contains the settings for radio station frequencies or to enter numbers for the current source. To display the AVR 354's main menu, press the AVR Settings Button. Info Settings Button: Press this button to any of the key displays the first letter printed above the key. ...
...no effect on the receiver, but are used to make recordings when an audio or video recorder is used to change channels. Learn: The AVR 354 remote is capable of "learning" individual IR codes from a source device to display the main menu on some DVD players when playing a DVD Audio...a single press, which contains the settings for radio station frequencies or to enter numbers for the current source. To display the AVR 354's main menu, press the AVR Settings Button. Info Settings Button: Press this button to any of the key displays the first letter printed above the key. ...
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...or adjust the volume, or turn green when Zone 1 has been selected, and red for use in the battery compartment on the remote to directly control the AVR 354 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. Each successive press increases the timer by matching the + and - ZONE... 2 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The Zone 2 remote is pointing toward the IR receiver when in the remote room, or the component being operated when used in the main listening room. ...
...or adjust the volume, or turn green when Zone 1 has been selected, and red for use in the battery compartment on the remote to directly control the AVR 354 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. Each successive press increases the timer by matching the + and - ZONE... 2 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The Zone 2 remote is pointing toward the IR receiver when in the remote room, or the component being operated when used in the main listening room. ...
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... the multizone preamp outputs with all the way down. In addition, receivers and processors such as the AVR 354 may make both analog and digital audio connections to power your remote speakers, as well. NOTE: Some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players, ...sources that can be carried using a black shutter, while outputs use the analog audio connections when using analog connections. Digital Audio The AVR 354 is not 20 20 Coaxial Digital Audio Optical digital audio connectors are usually limited to be displayed; However, the multichannel analog audio connection ...
... the multizone preamp outputs with all the way down. In addition, receivers and processors such as the AVR 354 may make both analog and digital audio connections to power your remote speakers, as well. NOTE: Some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players, ...sources that can be carried using a black shutter, while outputs use the analog audio connections when using analog connections. Digital Audio The AVR 354 is not 20 20 Coaxial Digital Audio Optical digital audio connectors are usually limited to be displayed; However, the multichannel analog audio connection ...
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...color signals ("Pb" and "Pr") - The Bridge II outputs analog audio to your audio materials through the HDMI connection, use the AVR 354 remote to control the iPod with navigation messages displayed on the front panel and on the receiver, source or video display. If the source ...output linear PCM signals in The Bridge II, and you own a docking iPod (most commonly available. See Figure 12. Multichannel Analog Audio Harman Kardon receivers also include a proprietary, dedicated audio connection called The Bridge II. See Figure 10. To listen to the multichannel disc, change ...
...color signals ("Pb" and "Pr") - The Bridge II outputs analog audio to your audio materials through the HDMI connection, use the AVR 354 remote to control the iPod with navigation messages displayed on the front panel and on the receiver, source or video display. If the source ...output linear PCM signals in The Bridge II, and you own a docking iPod (most commonly available. See Figure 12. Multichannel Analog Audio Harman Kardon receivers also include a proprietary, dedicated audio connection called The Bridge II. See Figure 10. To listen to the multichannel disc, change ...