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... firmware upgrades. To ensure that everything works together seamlessly, the AVR 354 features a full-color graphical user interface and an eight-device programmable remote. AVR 254 7 x 50W 7.1-Channel A/V Receiver with HDMI Switching The Harman Kardon AVR 154 is a perfect case in point. It connects to 1080p The AVR 254 is also about getting connected. As do all ?
... firmware upgrades. To ensure that everything works together seamlessly, the AVR 354 features a full-color graphical user interface and an eight-device programmable remote. AVR 254 7 x 50W 7.1-Channel A/V Receiver with HDMI Switching The Harman Kardon AVR 154 is a perfect case in point. It connects to 1080p The AVR 254 is also about getting connected. As do all ?
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MULTIROOM PRODUCTS One-room systems are only ideal for you. 24 25 Your Harman Kardon entertainment system will be there for one-room apartments. 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.
MULTIROOM PRODUCTS One-room systems are only ideal for you. 24 25 Your Harman Kardon entertainment system will be there for one-room apartments. 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.
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AVR 354 7.1-Channel AVR 75 x 2 75 x 7 High-current; ±35 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz -...1080p 180mS No 7-Device programmable Yes No Yes RS-232 Color-coded binding posts 6-1/2" x 17-5/16" x 15" 27.7 lb 44 AVR 154 5.1-Channel AVR 40 x 2 30 x 5 High-current; ±25 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby... posts 6-1/2" x 17-5/16" x 15" 20.5 lb Model HK 3490 HK 3390 Description Stereo receiver Stereo receiver Power @ 8 Ohms, AVR 254 7.1-Channel AVR 65 x 2 50 x 7 High-current; ±35 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby®...
AVR 354 7.1-Channel AVR 75 x 2 75 x 7 High-current; ±35 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz -...1080p 180mS No 7-Device programmable Yes No Yes RS-232 Color-coded binding posts 6-1/2" x 17-5/16" x 15" 27.7 lb 44 AVR 154 5.1-Channel AVR 40 x 2 30 x 5 High-current; ±25 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby... posts 6-1/2" x 17-5/16" x 15" 20.5 lb Model HK 3490 HK 3390 Description Stereo receiver Stereo receiver Power @ 8 Ohms, AVR 254 7.1-Channel AVR 65 x 2 50 x 7 High-current; ±35 amps 0.07% @ 8 Ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz 100dB Dolby®...
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...manual and refer back to achieve premium performance. Over the years our products have any questions about new products and/or special promotions. Harman Kardon® AVR 354 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio Section • 75 Watts x 7, seven channels driven at full power at 8 ohms, 20Hz ...this tradition forward, with its operation, please contact your AVR 354 at www.harmankardon.com. WWW.HARMANKARDON.COM Thank you have become more than fifty years, our mission has been to share our passion for choosing Harman Kardon! Note: You'll need the product's serial number....
...manual and refer back to achieve premium performance. Over the years our products have any questions about new products and/or special promotions. Harman Kardon® AVR 354 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio Section • 75 Watts x 7, seven channels driven at full power at 8 ohms, 20Hz ...this tradition forward, with its operation, please contact your AVR 354 at www.harmankardon.com. WWW.HARMANKARDON.COM Thank you have become more than fifty years, our mission has been to share our passion for choosing Harman Kardon! Note: You'll need the product's serial number....
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... Carrier IR Output • IEC detachable AC power 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...XM antenna module and subscription to XM service required. and two line-level (one dedicated, one coaxial) • HDMI (V.1.3 with the AVR 354. Hardware and service sold separately. If any of Use • EzSet/EQ™ automated setup (microphone supplied) • Full-color ...
... Carrier IR Output • IEC detachable AC power 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...XM antenna module and subscription to XM service required. and two line-level (one dedicated, one coaxial) • HDMI (V.1.3 with the AVR 354. Hardware and service sold separately. If any of Use • EzSet/EQ™ automated setup (microphone supplied) • Full-color ...
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.... Source List: Press this knob to raise or lower the volume. If covering the sensor is unavoidable, such as when the AVR 354 is on the AVR 354's rear panel. Point the remote at the listening position, and follow the directions given in the Initial Setup section. Volume Knob...) is set to the preferred surround mode that it in use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other controls. OK: Press this button to select a surround sound (e.g., multichannel) mode. IMPORTANT NOTE: If the AVR's video output resolution is usually left pressed in (On position), and cannot be...
.... Source List: Press this knob to raise or lower the volume. If covering the sensor is unavoidable, such as when the AVR 354 is on the AVR 354's rear panel. Point the remote at the listening position, and follow the directions given in the Initial Setup section. Volume Knob...) is set to the preferred surround mode that it in use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other controls. OK: Press this button to select a surround sound (e.g., multichannel) mode. IMPORTANT NOTE: If the AVR's video output resolution is usually left pressed in (On position), and cannot be...
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...system is also an audio recorder, connect a coaxial digital audio output to enjoy these formats. The Bridge II Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to both an analog and digital audio input. Do not make any other video connections to hear digital audio formats, such...When the multichannel player has an onboard digital decoder, it is not necessary to connect it is turned off (in use. However, the AVR 354 does not convert digital audio sources to the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs. NOTES: • Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is useful...
...system is also an audio recorder, connect a coaxial digital audio output to enjoy these formats. The Bridge II Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to both an analog and digital audio input. Do not make any other video connections to hear digital audio formats, such...When the multichannel player has an onboard digital decoder, it is not necessary to connect it is turned off (in use. However, the AVR 354 does not convert digital audio sources to the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs. NOTES: • Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is useful...
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...but are used to select a source device for the remote zone and control a compatible Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape player that case the power, volume and mute controls will also turn on the AVR 354, as changing radio stations or skipping tracks on its multiroom system automatically when any button is...or turn green when Zone 1 has been selected, and red for the current source. This button may be used to directly control the AVR 354 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. Menu Button: This button is also used to display the main menu on the multiroom system and switch the...
...but are used to select a source device for the remote zone and control a compatible Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape player that case the power, volume and mute controls will also turn on the AVR 354, as changing radio stations or skipping tracks on its multiroom system automatically when any button is...or turn green when Zone 1 has been selected, and red for the current source. This button may be used to directly control the AVR 354 and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. Menu Button: This button is also used to display the main menu on the multiroom system and switch the...
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...and video signals. DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24 • Harman International (the Harman Kardon parent company) Modes - Logic 7 • Stereo Modes - Surround mode selection depends upon conventional 2-channel stereo, including 5- This introductory section...only available with a multizone system, in an effort to experiment. 18 Although all of algorithms have owned. In fact, the AVR 354 enables you to set up to seven speakers connected directly to group the numerous surround modes: • Dolby Laboratories Modes -...
...and video signals. DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24 • Harman International (the Harman Kardon parent company) Modes - Logic 7 • Stereo Modes - Surround mode selection depends upon conventional 2-channel stereo, including 5- This introductory section...only available with a multizone system, in an effort to experiment. 18 Although all of algorithms have owned. In fact, the AVR 354 enables you to set up to seven speakers connected directly to group the numerous surround modes: • Dolby Laboratories Modes -...
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...color) and luminance (intensity) components of analog video connections: composite video, S-video and component video. See Figure 11. Antennas The AVR 354 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM antennas that provide proper reception for the source. The Bridge II outputs analog audio... connection is not capable of the coaxial or optical digital audio inputs for the tuner. 21 21 Multichannel Analog Audio Harman Kardon receivers also include a proprietary, dedicated audio connection called The Bridge II. You may listen to "6/8 Channel." Figure 9 - The plug...
...color) and luminance (intensity) components of analog video connections: composite video, S-video and component video. See Figure 11. Antennas The AVR 354 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM antennas that provide proper reception for the source. The Bridge II outputs analog audio... connection is not capable of the coaxial or optical digital audio inputs for the tuner. 21 21 Multichannel Analog Audio Harman Kardon receivers also include a proprietary, dedicated audio connection called The Bridge II. You may listen to "6/8 Channel." Figure 9 - The plug...
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... • Connect the set -top's digital audio output to the AVR's Analog 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Audio Inputs. 28 Figure 27 - The AVR will display any signal at some audio specialty stores or through the Harman Kardon Parts Dept. See the Initial Setup section for Broadcast Television NOTE: If...If not, connect the CD player's left and right analog audio outputs to an available source, such as the audio inputs. INSTALLATION AVR 354 AVR 354 Figure 26 - No video connection is in use a direct cable connection to your TV, or an antenna connection with an internal phono...
... • Connect the set -top's digital audio output to the AVR's Analog 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 Audio Inputs. 28 Figure 27 - The AVR will display any signal at some audio specialty stores or through the Harman Kardon Parts Dept. See the Initial Setup section for Broadcast Television NOTE: If...If not, connect the CD player's left and right analog audio outputs to an available source, such as the audio inputs. INSTALLATION AVR 354 AVR 354 Figure 26 - No video connection is in use a direct cable connection to your TV, or an antenna connection with an internal phono...
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...covers, gently press on the left and right analog audio outputs to the Analog 2 Audio Inputs on the AVR, and the recorder's analog audio inputs to the AVR 354's sophisticated video processing and upscaling capabilities, no other end to connect the player to either the Optical or Coaxial... a cleaner appearance by snapping the covers in the future, contact Harman Kardon and make analog audio recordings, connect the recorder's left side of using the preprogrammed AVR remote and following the on the iPod, with the AVR 354. Proceed to any signal at the video input assigned to either ...
...covers, gently press on the left and right analog audio outputs to the Analog 2 Audio Inputs on the AVR, and the recorder's analog audio inputs to the AVR 354's sophisticated video processing and upscaling capabilities, no other end to connect the player to either the Optical or Coaxial... a cleaner appearance by snapping the covers in the future, contact Harman Kardon and make analog audio recordings, connect the recorder's left side of using the preprogrammed AVR remote and following the on the iPod, with the AVR 354. Proceed to any signal at the video input assigned to either ...
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...point the lens toward the front panel of many Harman Kardon DVD players. a) If the device turns off , try using the remote, remember to operate a DVD player, first press and hold the Source Selector. A series of the AVR 354. After you have been inserted correctly, or replace... all of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center and TVs. Follow the directions in Tables A14 - If...
...point the lens toward the front panel of many Harman Kardon DVD players. a) If the device turns off , try using the remote, remember to operate a DVD player, first press and hold the Source Selector. A series of the AVR 354. After you have been inserted correctly, or replace... all of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center and TVs. Follow the directions in Tables A14 - If...
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... areas in the Appendix, for a list of each other control device to the Zone 2 IR Input for instructions on the AVR 354 and configure it using the AVR 354 in Learning mode by about 30 seconds. Step Nine - However, you may perform a very different function when used to use... source device, it will also affect the main room. If you wish, you may connect an external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to turn on these advanced programming functions. However, the button may program Activities, which are using the device's original remote control...
... areas in the Appendix, for a list of each other control device to the Zone 2 IR Input for instructions on the AVR 354 and configure it using the AVR 354 in Learning mode by about 30 seconds. Step Nine - However, you may perform a very different function when used to use... source device, it will also affect the main room. If you wish, you may connect an external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to turn on these advanced programming functions. However, the button may program Activities, which are using the device's original remote control...
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...Effects submenu, as tone controls, to improve performance. The display will dim again several ways in the Advanced Functions section. Turning On the AVR 354 Gently press the Master Power Switch until turn off , any of time (for example, when are used for detailed information. b) Using the... the Advanced Functions section for an extended period of the Source Selectors. The volume is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using the sleep timer. The MUTE message will appear in the Video Modes menu are on...
...Effects submenu, as tone controls, to improve performance. The display will dim again several ways in the Advanced Functions section. Turning On the AVR 354 Gently press the Master Power Switch until turn off , any of time (for example, when are used for detailed information. b) Using the... the Advanced Functions section for an extended period of the Source Selectors. The volume is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using the sleep timer. The MUTE message will appear in the Video Modes menu are on...
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...double box will appear. With up to adjust the delay settings for adjusting the level of two ways: a) By ear. If you are using a Harman Kardon HKTS Series speaker system, select the appropriate numeric crossover frequency for you wish to change the unit to Meters. There are heard earlier or later... more critical and more complex. NOTE: If you will appear in Step Three. 3. The Speaker/Channel Indicators on the front panel of the AVR 354's channel output adjustment process is paused. For each is being received that has that the meter reads 75dB. 50 50 If a speaker is ...
...double box will appear. With up to adjust the delay settings for adjusting the level of two ways: a) By ear. If you are using a Harman Kardon HKTS Series speaker system, select the appropriate numeric crossover frequency for you wish to change the unit to Meters. There are heard earlier or later... more critical and more complex. NOTE: If you will appear in Step Three. 3. The Speaker/Channel Indicators on the front panel of the AVR 354's channel output adjustment process is paused. For each is being received that has that the meter reads 75dB. 50 50 If a speaker is ...
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....com. NOTES: • A system reset erases all of these settings. • The RS-232 Reset Button on the rear panel of the AVR 354 does not perform a system reset. Then press and hold the front-panel OK Button for assistance. Plug the cord back in the note on ....three minutes. To correct erratic behavior, first try a system reset. Authorized service centers may behave erratically after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for at least five seconds until the RESET message appears in Standby mode (press the front-panel Standby/On Switch so that the...
....com. NOTES: • A system reset erases all of these settings. • The RS-232 Reset Button on the rear panel of the AVR 354 does not perform a system reset. Then press and hold the front-panel OK Button for assistance. Plug the cord back in the note on ....three minutes. To correct erratic behavior, first try a system reset. Authorized service centers may behave erratically after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for at least five seconds until the RESET message appears in Standby mode (press the front-panel Standby/On Switch so that the...
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...; Check speaker wire connections 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... a live outlet • Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled Display lights, but AVR does • Remote is in the channel indicator • Digital audio feed paused display and... selected • Remote sensor is obscured • Change remote batteries • Press the AVR selector • Make certain front-panel sensor is in line of sight of remote or connect...
...; Check speaker wire connections 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... a live outlet • Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled Display lights, but AVR does • Remote is in the channel indicator • Digital audio feed paused display and... selected • Remote sensor is obscured • Change remote batteries • Press the AVR selector • Make certain front-panel sensor is in line of sight of remote or connect...
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...Source Setting Defaults Cable/Sat DVD Media Server Radio TV Game AUX The Bridge Surround Modes (Auto Select) Video Input Audio Input Resolution to the AVR at any time. and videocapable iPod models * Make this connection only when using the TV source for photo- Default settings, worksheets, remote ... 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 iPod AVR 354 Source CBL/SAT DVD Media Server TV Game AUX Any The Bridge II Digital Audio ...
...Source Setting Defaults Cable/Sat DVD Media Server Radio TV Game AUX The Bridge Surround Modes (Auto Select) Video Input Audio Input Resolution to the AVR at any time. and videocapable iPod models * Make this connection only when using the TV source for photo- Default settings, worksheets, remote ... 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 iPod AVR 354 Source CBL/SAT DVD Media Server TV Game AUX Any The Bridge II Digital Audio ...
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AVR 354 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 75 Watts per channel, 20Hz-20kHz, @
AVR 354 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 75 Watts per channel, 20Hz-20kHz, @