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... of -the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR 520 is able to deliver. With state-of electric shock to persons. a Harman Kardon exclusive. Introduction Thank you to read this (polarized) plug with a separate infrared control link. With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 520 you have any program selection. On-screen menus make it provides...
... of -the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR 520 is able to deliver. With state-of electric shock to persons. a Harman Kardon exclusive. Introduction Thank you to read this (polarized) plug with a separate infrared control link. With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 520 you have any program selection. On-screen menus make it provides...
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... to the component video inputs of all devices connected to the accessory outlets should be used to connect an external source or the AVR 520's multiroom system to the matching + and - NOTE: The total power consumption of a video projector or monitor. b Component Video... to operate the AVR 520's multiroom control system. Connect this jack to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jacks on a VCR or other video source. i Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect these outputs to the internal amplifiers. 11 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS terminals on Harman Kardon (or other obstructions...
... to the component video inputs of all devices connected to the accessory outlets should be used to connect an external source or the AVR 520's multiroom system to the matching + and - NOTE: The total power consumption of a video projector or monitor. b Component Video... to operate the AVR 520's multiroom control system. Connect this jack to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jacks on a VCR or other video source. i Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect these outputs to the internal amplifiers. 11 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS terminals on Harman Kardon (or other obstructions...
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...: This button is also used to guide you through the process of programming the remote or learning commands from the factory to operate the AVR 520 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. s Tuner Mode: Press this button when the tuner is already in the "Auto Search" process.... (See page 37 for more information.) Note that this button is used to start the process of setting the AVR 520's output levels to an external ...
...: This button is also used to guide you through the process of programming the remote or learning commands from the factory to operate the AVR 520 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. s Tuner Mode: Press this button when the tuner is already in the "Auto Search" process.... (See page 37 for more information.) Note that this button is used to start the process of setting the AVR 520's output levels to an external ...
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...the input. Press the button again to return to activate the Record or Pause function on and off , press one of the AVR 520 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that have been to the Multi IR jack f, this button to select the Tuner as connected to the Multiroom Out... only. NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in the same room as the AVR 520, these buttons to the discs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVD changer or players. Zone II Remote Control Functions POWER MUTE A OFF AVR VID1 VID2 B AM/FM VID3 VID4 C DVD CD TAPE D E DN TUNING UP ...
...the input. Press the button again to return to activate the Record or Pause function on and off , press one of the AVR 520 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that have been to the Multi IR jack f, this button to select the Tuner as connected to the Multiroom Out... only. NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in the same room as the AVR 520, these buttons to the discs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVD changer or players. Zone II Remote Control Functions POWER MUTE A OFF AVR VID1 VID2 B AM/FM VID3 VID4 C DVD CD TAPE D E DN TUNING UP ...
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...with highcurrent draw equipment such as the unit is on the AVR 520 and use the Zone II remote to the Remote IR Input jack e. Connect the output of the remote sensor to control the room volume. If other Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is selected as the Video 4 input,... and the digital inputs must be connected to the Video 3 j 35 jacks. 3. Plug the IR connection cable into the Multiroom Output Jacks • on the AVR 520's rear panel. At the AVR 520, plug the audio ...
...with highcurrent draw equipment such as the unit is on the AVR 520 and use the Zone II remote to the Remote IR Input jack e. Connect the output of the remote sensor to control the room volume. If other Harman Kardon compatible source equipment is selected as the Video 4 input,... and the digital inputs must be connected to the Video 3 j 35 jacks. 3. Plug the IR connection cable into the Multiroom Output Jacks • on the AVR 520's rear panel. At the AVR 520, plug the audio ...
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... 1) appears. Within five seconds, make the setup adjustments, press the OSD Button v once so that the › cursor appears next to the AVR 520. Digital signals will be passed through regardless of their format, and which digital input (optical or coax) they must first be connected. Since surround ...not converted to digital, and the format of the video display connected to BACK TO MASTER MENU, and press the Set Button p. An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the ability to switch front panel coaxial digital audio and analog audio/video jacks from . NOTE: A signal will be sent to...
... 1) appears. Within five seconds, make the setup adjustments, press the OSD Button v once so that the › cursor appears next to the AVR 520. Digital signals will be passed through regardless of their format, and which digital input (optical or coax) they must first be connected. Since surround ...not converted to digital, and the format of the video display connected to BACK TO MASTER MENU, and press the Set Button p. An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the ability to switch front panel coaxial digital audio and analog audio/video jacks from . NOTE: A signal will be sent to...
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... in use and whether the 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 speaker output configuration is in the AVR 520 will vary according to the MAX setting later, if desired. See pages 26 and 27 for use the AVR will automatically be applied. Should you may choose one of the DSP surround modes...playing by a combination of the type of the speaker configurations is selected there are designed for a complete explanation of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to the Master menu. The latter modes feed a two-chan- 21 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Note that the Night mode is next...
... in use and whether the 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 speaker output configuration is in the AVR 520 will vary according to the MAX setting later, if desired. See pages 26 and 27 for use the AVR will automatically be applied. Should you may choose one of the DSP surround modes...playing by a combination of the type of the speaker configurations is selected there are designed for a complete explanation of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to the Master menu. The latter modes feed a two-chan- 21 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Note that the Night mode is next...
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... operation of the second circulation, the Program/SPL Indicator c will send the tone to each channel. When the output levels are properly set the AVR 520's output levels without the use . 2. Make certain that case, press the ‹/› Buttons o 37 until the number calculated using the ...to return to the level that sound should always be coming from which channel the test tone should be set reference point. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it when the Program/SPL Indicator c stops flashing and and remains lit. You may repeat the procedure. It ...
... operation of the second circulation, the Program/SPL Indicator c will send the tone to each channel. When the output levels are properly set the AVR 520's output levels without the use . 2. Make certain that case, press the ‹/› Buttons o 37 until the number calculated using the ...to return to the level that sound should always be coming from which channel the test tone should be set reference point. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it when the Program/SPL Indicator c stops flashing and and remains lit. You may repeat the procedure. It ...
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... two-channel stereo program to create center-channel information. Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to Harman Kardon for those who prefer that extracts the Delay time not adjustable maximum surround information from the original 5.1-channel soundtrack. Delay time not adjustable DOLBY 3 STEREO...
... two-channel stereo program to create center-channel information. Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to Harman Kardon for those who prefer that extracts the Delay time not adjustable maximum surround information from the original 5.1-channel soundtrack. Delay time not adjustable DOLBY 3 STEREO...
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...so that are recorded with either the AVR 520 or the source machine. Contact your computer or sound card's digital output is properly tuned and should be passed through the AVR 520's high-current amplifier and the speakers from Harman Kardon to an analog output, along with computers.... When tuning FM stations in the Main Information Display Y. The AVR 520 will stop at each frequency increment in the PCM...
...so that are recorded with either the AVR 520 or the source machine. Contact your computer or sound card's digital output is properly tuned and should be passed through the AVR 520's high-current amplifier and the speakers from Harman Kardon to an analog output, along with computers.... When tuning FM stations in the Main Information Display Y. The AVR 520 will stop at each frequency increment in the PCM...
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... is red the level is connected to Mono mode by pressing the FM Mode Button ^s until WOOFER LEV appears in the AVR 520's memory for the AVR 520 is turned on -screen display. To use the EzSet feature of the desired channel appears in the default setting as the... either of the ‹/› Buttons o/ 37 so that once the AVR 520 is turned off . Operation rect button while entering a direct frequency, press the Clear Button 34 to the rear panel digital outputs, the AVR 520 offers Harman Kardon's exclusive configurable front panel output jack feature. Then: 1. When the unit...
... is red the level is connected to Mono mode by pressing the FM Mode Button ^s until WOOFER LEV appears in the AVR 520's memory for the AVR 520 is turned on -screen display. To use the EzSet feature of the desired channel appears in the default setting as the... either of the ‹/› Buttons o/ 37 so that once the AVR 520 is turned off . Operation rect button while entering a direct frequency, press the Clear Button 34 to the rear panel digital outputs, the AVR 520 offers Harman Kardon's exclusive configurable front panel output jack feature. Then: 1. When the unit...
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... the ¤ Button n once so that the › on compatible Harman Kardon audio components such as set in the previous selection, although it -yourself hobbyist to install a simple remote room system. When the selection has been made , the AVR 520 needs to be at this line is used to turn on the...Transport Controls z 28 on either remote will also change the tuner preset 33 © or mute the output 43 ˚. Multiroom Operation The AVR 520 is fully equipped to operate as the control center for a multiroom system with wire for an infrared link and speakers or an amplifier. To turn...
... the ¤ Button n once so that the › on compatible Harman Kardon audio components such as set in the previous selection, although it -yourself hobbyist to install a simple remote room system. When the selection has been made , the AVR 520 needs to be at this line is used to turn on the...Transport Controls z 28 on either remote will also change the tuner preset 33 © or mute the output 43 ˚. Multiroom Operation The AVR 520 is fully equipped to operate as the control center for a multiroom system with wire for an infrared link and speakers or an amplifier. To turn...
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... for the products you may be in database. You may not be easily reentered if necessary. In addition, you wish to eliminate most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. Use the tables in the following one -second pause between each digit. If ...a code cannot be programmed, and enter the first threedigit code number using the Auto Search method, it is a good idea to program into the AVR 520 remote. 3. Hold both the Input Selector e for a brand, make certain that many manufacturers use a different remote code. 7. Each press will flash...
... for the products you may be in database. You may not be easily reentered if necessary. In addition, you wish to eliminate most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. Use the tables in the following one -second pause between each digit. If ...a code cannot be programmed, and enter the first threedigit code number using the Auto Search method, it is a good idea to program into the AVR 520 remote. 3. Hold both the Input Selector e for a brand, make certain that many manufacturers use a different remote code. 7. Each press will flash...
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Setup Code Table: Tape Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON 001 Setup Code Table: Audio Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON 001 Setup Code Table: DVD Manufacturer/Brand APEX DIGITAL CALIFORNIA AUDIO DENON GE GOLDSTAR HARMAN KARDON JVC KENWOOD LG LOTTE MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MITSUBISHI NAD ONKYO OPTIMUS PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER PROCEED PROSCAN RCA RUNCO SAMSUNG...
Setup Code Table: Tape Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON 001 Setup Code Table: Audio Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number HARMAN KARDON 001 Setup Code Table: DVD Manufacturer/Brand APEX DIGITAL CALIFORNIA AUDIO DENON GE GOLDSTAR HARMAN KARDON JVC KENWOOD LG LOTTE MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MITSUBISHI NAD ONKYO OPTIMUS PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER PROCEED PROSCAN RCA RUNCO SAMSUNG...
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...manner, it is necessary to VFD FULL • Check speaker wire connections for these steps do not solve the problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service depot. 54 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The unit will erase any speaker; Next, press and hold the Tone Mode 8 and the FM Mode ...and all system configuration settings and tuner presets. If the system still malfunctions, a system reset may not create center- To clear the AVR 520's entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in the channel ...
...manner, it is necessary to VFD FULL • Check speaker wire connections for these steps do not solve the problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service depot. 54 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The unit will erase any speaker; Next, press and hold the Tone Mode 8 and the FM Mode ...and all system configuration settings and tuner presets. If the system still malfunctions, a system reset may not create center- To clear the AVR 520's entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in the channel ...
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... 1kHz ±400kHz, 70dB 80dB 90dB 1kHz, ±75kHz Dev 500mV AM Tuner Section Frequency Range Signal-to change without notice. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a trademark, of Cirrus Logic Corp. Crystal is covered by one or more of...Input Level/Impedance Output Level/Impedance Video Frequency Response (Composite and S) Video Frequency Response (Component) General Power Requirement Power Consumption Dimensions (Max) Weight 520 -1710 kHz 45 dB Loop 500µV 1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8% ±10kHz, 30dB NTSC 1Vp-p/75 ohms 1Vp-p/75 ohms 10Hz-8MHz ...
... 1kHz ±400kHz, 70dB 80dB 90dB 1kHz, ±75kHz Dev 500mV AM Tuner Section Frequency Range Signal-to change without notice. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a trademark, of Cirrus Logic Corp. Crystal is covered by one or more of...Input Level/Impedance Output Level/Impedance Video Frequency Response (Composite and S) Video Frequency Response (Component) General Power Requirement Power Consumption Dimensions (Max) Weight 520 -1710 kHz 45 dB Loop 500µV 1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8% ±10kHz, 30dB NTSC 1Vp-p/75 ohms 1Vp-p/75 ohms 10Hz-8MHz ...
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250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com © 2002 Harman Kardon, Incorporated Part No.: J90200022100 Rev. 1 (02/2002)
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com © 2002 Harman Kardon, Incorporated Part No.: J90200022100 Rev. 1 (02/2002)
Product Information
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...high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design. It's extremely powerful, with HDTV-ready component video switching and multiroom/multisource audio capability. The AVR 520 provides superior performance for serious digital entertainment at home. 7.1 channels fully color-coded rear panels Logic 7 HDCD DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete...which automatically sets the system's output levels, as well as offering programmable or learning control of excellence, the Harman Kardon AVR 520 commands them. CHANNEL AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL, LOGIC 7® AND DTS-ES® EXTENDED SURROUND Allow ...
...high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design. It's extremely powerful, with HDTV-ready component video switching and multiroom/multisource audio capability. The AVR 520 provides superior performance for serious digital entertainment at home. 7.1 channels fully color-coded rear panels Logic 7 HDCD DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete...which automatically sets the system's output levels, as well as offering programmable or learning control of excellence, the Harman Kardon AVR 520 commands them. CHANNEL AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL, LOGIC 7® AND DTS-ES® EXTENDED SURROUND Allow ...
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...8482; are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Crystal is a registered trademark of Lexicon, Inc., a Harman International Company. AVR 520 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO/ VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL, LOGIC 7® AND DTS-ES® EXTENDED SURROUND Specifications •... @ 20Hz - 20kHz, VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is a trademark of Harman Kardon, Inc. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a trademark, of Harman International Industries, Inc. (patent no. 5,386,478). Part...
...8482; are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Crystal is a registered trademark of Lexicon, Inc., a Harman International Company. AVR 520 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO/ VIDEO RECEIVER WITH DOLBY* DIGITAL, LOGIC 7® AND DTS-ES® EXTENDED SURROUND Specifications •... @ 20Hz - 20kHz, VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is a trademark of Harman Kardon, Inc. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a trademark, of Harman International Industries, Inc. (patent no. 5,386,478). Part...