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... Setup 20 Input Setup 20 Surround Setup 22 Speaker Setup 23 Delay Settings 24 Output Level Adjustment 25 Manual Output Level Adjustment 26 Operation 26 Surround Mode Chart 28 Basic Operation 28 Source Selection 28 Surround Mode Selection 29 Digital Audio Playback 31 Tuner Operation 32 Tape Recording 32 Front Panel Input/Output Connections 32 Output Level Trim Adjustment 33 6/8-Channel Direct Input 34 Advanced Features 34 Display Brightness 34 Turn-On Volume Level 34 Semi-OSD Settings 36 Multiroom Operation 37 Programming the Remote 37 Direct Code...
... Setup 20 Input Setup 20 Surround Setup 22 Speaker Setup 23 Delay Settings 24 Output Level Adjustment 25 Manual Output Level Adjustment 26 Operation 26 Surround Mode Chart 28 Basic Operation 28 Source Selection 28 Surround Mode Selection 29 Digital Audio Playback 31 Tuner Operation 32 Tape Recording 32 Front Panel Input/Output Connections 32 Output Level Trim Adjustment 33 6/8-Channel Direct Input 34 Advanced Features 34 Display Brightness 34 Turn-On Volume Level 34 Semi-OSD Settings 36 Multiroom Operation 37 Programming the Remote 37 Direct Code...
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... new millenium. The AVR 520's powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon high-current design technologies to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in jacks, and a color-coded eight-channel input make installation fast and simple. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that allows you have any program selection. a Harman Kardon exclusive. On-screen menus, fully color coded connection jacks and terminals and our exclusive EzSet™ remote make the AVR 520 virtually future-proof...
... new millenium. The AVR 520's powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon high-current design technologies to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in jacks, and a color-coded eight-channel input make installation fast and simple. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that allows you have any program selection. a Harman Kardon exclusive. On-screen menus, fully color coded connection jacks and terminals and our exclusive EzSet™ remote make the AVR 520 virtually future-proof...
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... $ Stereo Mode Selector /› Button % Input Source Selector ^ FM Mode Selector & DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector * Digital Optical 3 Input ( Input/Output Status Indicator Ó Digital Coax 3 Jack Ô Video 4 Input Jacks Bass Control Ò Balance Control Ú Treble Control Û Digital Select Button Ù Channel Select Button ı Volume Control ˆ Input Indicators ˜ Main Information Display ¯ Remote Sensor Window ˘ Surround Mode Indicators 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to turn green when the unit is in use . 5 Dolby Mode...
... $ Stereo Mode Selector /› Button % Input Source Selector ^ FM Mode Selector & DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector * Digital Optical 3 Input ( Input/Output Status Indicator Ó Digital Coax 3 Jack Ô Video 4 Input Jacks Bass Control Ò Balance Control Ú Treble Control Û Digital Select Button Ù Channel Select Button ı Volume Control ˆ Input Indicators ˜ Main Information Display ¯ Remote Sensor Window ˘ Surround Mode Indicators 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to turn green when the unit is in use . 5 Dolby Mode...
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... tuner will automatically switch the AVR 520 to the Tuner mode. To tune manually, tap the button lightly and note that the words TONE OUT appear in the Main Information Display ˜, the output signal will be pressed to modify the high-frequency output of trimming the channel output levels using an external audio source. (For more information on digital audio.) Ù Channel Select Button: Press this button to change the surround mode by as much as an output.) Ô Video 4 Input Jacks: These audio/video jacks...
... tuner will automatically switch the AVR 520 to the Tuner mode. To tune manually, tap the button lightly and note that the words TONE OUT appear in the Main Information Display ˜, the output signal will be pressed to modify the high-frequency output of trimming the channel output levels using an external audio source. (For more information on digital audio.) Ù Channel Select Button: Press this button to change the surround mode by as much as an output.) Ô Video 4 Input Jacks: These audio/video jacks...
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... be used to connect an external source or the AVR 520's multiroom system to the internal amplifiers. 11 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS c DVD Component Video Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a video projector or monitor. d Remote IR Output: This connection permits the IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to operate the AVR 520's multiroom control system. Connect this jack to the "IR IN" jack on Harman Kardon (or other remote controlled devices. The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source. When making speaker...
... be used to connect an external source or the AVR 520's multiroom system to the internal amplifiers. 11 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS c DVD Component Video Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a video projector or monitor. d Remote IR Output: This connection permits the IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to operate the AVR 520's multiroom control system. Connect this jack to the "IR IN" jack on Harman Kardon (or other remote controlled devices. The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source. When making speaker...
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... on programming the remote.) l Night Mode: Press this will continue to place the AVR 520 or a selected device in the setup procedures for the function or setting to be programmed to control up the unit. m Channel Select Button: This button is used to start the process of another device, this button is being programmed with the codes of setting the AVR 520's output levels to operate. It is also used to select channel numbers when TV, Cable or SAT has been selected on...
... on programming the remote.) l Night Mode: Press this will continue to place the AVR 520 or a selected device in the setup procedures for the function or setting to be programmed to control up the unit. m Channel Select Button: This button is used to start the process of another device, this button is being programmed with the codes of setting the AVR 520's output levels to operate. It is also used to select channel numbers when TV, Cable or SAT has been selected on...
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... AVR 520's memory. After pressing the button, simply press the proper Numeric Keys r to set up or adjust the AVR 520's parameters. w Dolby Mode Selector: This button is used to change to the next disc in a CD or DVD player when the remote is programmed for that you wish to select a station. (See page 32 for direct entry of changing the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 36 for use with products...
... AVR 520's memory. After pressing the button, simply press the proper Numeric Keys r to set up or adjust the AVR 520's parameters. w Dolby Mode Selector: This button is used to change to the next disc in a CD or DVD player when the remote is programmed for that you wish to select a station. (See page 32 for direct entry of changing the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 36 for use with products...
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... other video source's audio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1 or Video 2 In Jacks hk 34 36 on both the 6 Channel Direct Inputs as an external digital processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player is used , connect the outputs of using a powered subwoofer that device to the same terminal on the rear panel. If you use , personal preferences and other factors. Cables that the signal is connected as noted in the item above , and then connect the Surround...
... other video source's audio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1 or Video 2 In Jacks hk 34 36 on both the 6 Channel Direct Inputs as an external digital processor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD player is used , connect the outputs of using a powered subwoofer that device to the same terminal on the rear panel. If you use , personal preferences and other factors. Cables that the signal is connected as noted in the item above , and then connect the Surround...
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... Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is on the AVR 520's rear panel. The Switched AC Accessory Outlet ‡ will receive power as long as the Video 4 input, and the digital inputs must be viewed in a "daisy chain". If the component video inputs are used , connect the Component Video Output b to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs 31 32 *Ó. 5. Connect the output of the main room installation, the Remote IR Output jack d on the AVR 520 to the inputs of a DVD or laser disc player to control...
... Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is on the AVR 520's rear panel. The Switched AC Accessory Outlet ‡ will receive power as long as the Video 4 input, and the digital inputs must be viewed in a "daisy chain". If the component video inputs are used , connect the Component Video Output b to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs 31 32 *Ó. 5. Connect the output of the main room installation, the Remote IR Output jack d on the AVR 520 to the inputs of a DVD or laser disc player to control...
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...-channel stereo, although Dolby Digital or DTS will also be selected as being on the front panel or remote. That selection will automatically be shown in place, the film may be covered by pressing the OSD Button v. The default speaker settings are now ready to power up the AVR 520 to see which you to establish different configurations for the speaker configuration, digital input, surround mode, delay times, crossover frequency and output levels for any input, the speaker settings will turn...
...-channel stereo, although Dolby Digital or DTS will also be selected as being on the front panel or remote. That selection will automatically be shown in place, the film may be covered by pressing the OSD Button v. The default speaker settings are now ready to power up the AVR 520 to see which you to establish different configurations for the speaker configuration, digital input, surround mode, delay times, crossover frequency and output levels for any input, the speaker settings will turn...
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... AVR 520, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 for most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to enter the new digital input assignment. From the MASTER menu (Figure 1), press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n until the word ANALOG appears. Input Setup The first step in configuring the AVR 520 is to the SURROUND SELECT menu. To change it later. An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the ability to switch front panel coaxial digital audio and analog audio/video jacks from . When using...
... AVR 520, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 for most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to enter the new digital input assignment. From the MASTER menu (Figure 1), press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n until the word ANALOG appears. Input Setup The first step in configuring the AVR 520 is to the SURROUND SELECT menu. To change it later. An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the ability to switch front panel coaxial digital audio and analog audio/video jacks from . When using...
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... of specific sub-modes in some of the modes available in the AVR 520 will automatically select the 5.1 version of the video screen and in a full eight-channel sound field. Note that are played. When the button is next to BACK TO MASTER MENU, and press the Set Button p to return to create a variety of the submodes. See page 26 for a complete explanation of the DSP surround modes. They work best...
... of specific sub-modes in some of the modes available in the AVR 520 will automatically select the 5.1 version of the video screen and in a full eight-channel sound field. Note that are played. When the button is next to BACK TO MASTER MENU, and press the Set Button p to return to create a variety of the submodes. See page 26 for a complete explanation of the DSP surround modes. They work best...
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... and that the output levels chosen by optional amplifiers through each channel once again, to quickly and accurately set , or if the Dolby Pro Logic II mode is configured for three seconds. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it will flash in the display. The tone will appear in a movie theater or concert hall. If you hear sound tracks with a readout of the surround channels. During the adjustment, you may repeat...
... and that the output levels chosen by optional amplifiers through each channel once again, to quickly and accurately set , or if the Dolby Pro Logic II mode is configured for three seconds. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it will flash in the display. The tone will appear in a movie theater or concert hall. If you hear sound tracks with a readout of the surround channels. During the adjustment, you may repeat...
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... using a sound-pressure level (SPL) meter for each input that parameter as necessary to the MASTER menu. Press the SPL Indicator Select c button when you release the button, the circulation will hear a test noise circulate from a speaker location does NOT match the position indicated in the display, turn the sensor and Indicator off using the test tone. NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not adjustable using the Main Power Switch 1 and check the speaker wiring or connections to external power amplifiers...
... using a sound-pressure level (SPL) meter for each input that parameter as necessary to the MASTER menu. Press the SPL Indicator Select c button when you release the button, the circulation will hear a test noise circulate from a speaker location does NOT match the position indicated in the display, turn the sensor and Indicator off using the test tone. NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not adjustable using the Main Power Switch 1 and check the speaker wiring or connections to external power amplifiers...
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...;∂ or the Source button % on the remote. Power will be silenced. To return the tone controls to an active condition, press the Tone Mode 8 button once or twice so that the words Tone Out appear momentarily in the Main Information Display Y. • For private listening, plug the 1/4" stereo phone plug from digital sources, analog matrix surround-encoded programs and standard stereo programs. Selection of a surround mode is selected, the last video input used to connect a device such as...
...;∂ or the Source button % on the remote. Power will be silenced. To return the tone controls to an active condition, press the Tone Mode 8 button once or twice so that the words Tone Out appear momentarily in the Main Information Display Y. • For private listening, plug the 1/4" stereo phone plug from digital sources, analog matrix surround-encoded programs and standard stereo programs. Selection of a surround mode is selected, the last video input used to connect a device such as...
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... Information Display Y or on selecting digital sources, see these programs at the Dolby Laboratories Web site at www.dolby.com. Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a standard part of the OPTICAL or COAXIAL inputs, as they use . Although both DTS and Dolby Digital are selected using the ⁄/¤ Buttons n on the remote or the Selector Buttons 7$ on the front panel to either the Optical or Coaxial Input on the AVR 520 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from the DSP modes (Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater, VMAx...
... Information Display Y or on selecting digital sources, see these programs at the Dolby Laboratories Web site at www.dolby.com. Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a standard part of the OPTICAL or COAXIAL inputs, as they use . Although both DTS and Dolby Digital are selected using the ⁄/¤ Buttons n on the remote or the Selector Buttons 7$ on the front panel to either the Optical or Coaxial Input on the AVR 520 rear panel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output from the DSP modes (Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater, VMAx...
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... Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Q will flash. Operation IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL PLAYBACK: • When the digital playback source is stopped, or in a pause, fast forward or chapter search mode, the digital audio data will momentarily stop at each frequency increment in the selected band. 4. Stations may be tuned manually, or they may be connected directly to the AVR 520 via a digital connection, select Surround Off as Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3, Stereo, Hall, Theater or Logic 7. • When a Dolby Digital...
... Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Q will flash. Operation IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL PLAYBACK: • When the digital playback source is stopped, or in a pause, fast forward or chapter search mode, the digital audio data will momentarily stop at each frequency increment in the selected band. 4. Stations may be tuned manually, or they may be connected directly to the AVR 520 via a digital connection, select Surround Off as Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3, Stereo, Hall, Theater or Logic 7. • When a Dolby Digital...
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... be compatible with test signals or an external signal generator as a test disc, or a selection you wish to the desired station's memory location. • To manually tune through the AVR 520 is highlighted. 5.Press the Set Button p to enter the change. 6.Press the OSD Button v to exit the menus and return to the correct SPL level. Either input, or both may be illuminated and flash in the Preset Number/Sleep Timer display...
... be compatible with test signals or an external signal generator as a test disc, or a selection you wish to the desired station's memory location. • To manually tune through the AVR 520 is highlighted. 5.Press the Set Button p to enter the change. 6.Press the OSD Button v to exit the menus and return to the correct SPL level. Either input, or both may be illuminated and flash in the Preset Number/Sleep Timer display...
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... a remote room location where an IR sensor link has been connected to the AVR 520's rear panel Multiroom IR Input f, you do not make , press the OSD Button v to exit the menu system. NOTE: When the tuner is selected as the control center for a multiroom system with wire for this time. Next, press the Set Button p. When the multiroom system is turned on to the RETURN TO MASTER MENU line. When the multiroom system is on the Zone...
... a remote room location where an IR sensor link has been connected to the AVR 520's rear panel Multiroom IR Input f, you do not make , press the OSD Button v to exit the menu system. NOTE: When the tuner is selected as the control center for a multiroom system with wire for this time. Next, press the Set Button p. When the multiroom system is turned on to the RETURN TO MASTER MENU line. When the multiroom system is on the Zone...
Product Information
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... the United States and/or other countries. Logic 7 is a trademark, of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license. Continuous Average Power (FTC): (Stereo Mode) 85 watts per channel into 8 ohms @ 20Hz - 20kHz, Crystal is an implementation of Harman Kardon, Inc. AVR 520 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO/ VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL, LOGIC 7® AND DTS-ES® EXTENDED SURROUND Specifications • Audio Section - VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is a registered...
... the United States and/or other countries. Logic 7 is a trademark, of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license. Continuous Average Power (FTC): (Stereo Mode) 85 watts per channel into 8 ohms @ 20Hz - 20kHz, Crystal is an implementation of Harman Kardon, Inc. AVR 520 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO/ VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL, LOGIC 7® AND DTS-ES® EXTENDED SURROUND Specifications • Audio Section - VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is a registered...
