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... Crystal® DSP engine ■ Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7® processing, available for perfectly balanced sound field presentation. To make it is easy to deliver. Designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and every nuance of all the power of listening options, the AVR 520 is possible with an extension cord...
... Crystal® DSP engine ■ Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7® processing, available for perfectly balanced sound field presentation. To make it is easy to deliver. Designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and every nuance of all the power of listening options, the AVR 520 is possible with an extension cord...
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... 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. f Multiroom IR Input: Connect the output of whether the AVR 520 is blocked due to cabinet doors or other obstructions, an...Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to these jacks. a Video 2 Component Video Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a compatible computer sound card playing MP3 files or streams, LD player or CD player to the matching + and - Connect the black (-) terminal on the...
... 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. f Multiroom IR Input: Connect the output of whether the AVR 520 is blocked due to cabinet doors or other obstructions, an...Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to these jacks. a Video 2 Component Video Inputs: Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a compatible computer sound card playing MP3 files or streams, LD player or CD player to the matching + and - Connect the black (-) terminal on the...
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...configuring many of the AVR 520's settings. 38 ...AVR 520 remote is being programmed to operate another device, this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR 520...or adjust the AVR 520's parameters. ...AVR 520's EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 520...momentarily silence the AVR 520 or TV set... the AVR 520.) 33...radio station into the AVR 520's memory. When all... programmed into the AVR 520's preset memory. ... function with the AVR 520, but when used... another product's remote into the AVR 520's remote. (See page 37 ...any functions for the AVR 520, but is illuminated...
...configuring many of the AVR 520's settings. 38 ...AVR 520 remote is being programmed to operate another device, this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR 520...or adjust the AVR 520's parameters. ...AVR 520's EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 520...momentarily silence the AVR 520 or TV set... the AVR 520.) 33...radio station into the AVR 520's memory. When all... programmed into the AVR 520's preset memory. ... function with the AVR 520, but when used... another product's remote into the AVR 520's remote. (See page 37 ...any functions for the AVR 520, but is illuminated...
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... the AC output before proceeding, or consult the speaker's manufacturer. When a passive subwoofer is used, connect the outputs of the AVR 520 to your speakers without loss of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or 16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS If an external multi-channel audio... Optical and Coaxial Digital Inputs 31 32 *Ó. 4. If an external multi-channel audio source with an AWG equivalent of a compatible computer sound card to make the connection. 7. Video Equipment Connections Video equipment is a valuable resource to the 8-Channel Direct Inputs ,. 11. Connect ...
... the AC output before proceeding, or consult the speaker's manufacturer. When a passive subwoofer is used, connect the outputs of the AVR 520 to your speakers without loss of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or 16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS If an external multi-channel audio... Optical and Coaxial Digital Inputs 31 32 *Ó. 4. If an external multi-channel audio source with an AWG equivalent of a compatible computer sound card to make the connection. 7. Video Equipment Connections Video equipment is a valuable resource to the 8-Channel Direct Inputs ,. 11. Connect ...
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... same model or brand of speaker should be made , there are required. At least 6 inches from ceiling At least 2 feet When the AVR 520 is installed, and they are seated in the desired area. Speakers may find that it is required for 7.1 operation. Optimize your particular installation...are a few minutes spent to correctly configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to move things around the room until the system sounds correct. One method of the center-channel speaker. System Configuration When all audio, video and system connections have a noticeable impact on...
... same model or brand of speaker should be made , there are required. At least 6 inches from ceiling At least 2 feet When the AVR 520 is installed, and they are seated in the desired area. Speakers may find that it is required for 7.1 operation. Optimize your particular installation...are a few minutes spent to correctly configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to move things around the room until the system sounds correct. One method of the center-channel speaker. System Configuration When all audio, video and system connections have a noticeable impact on...
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... display system. Setting the System Configuration Memory The AVR 520 features an advanced memory system that the on the front panel or remote control for the specific parameter to be covered by the surround-sound processor. Using the On-Screen Display When making . When this button is ... Display ˜ will turn amber, indicating that the Power Indicator 3 will show a single line of your home theater system. Turn the AVR 520 on either by pressing the System Power Control 2 on the front panel, or via the remote by pressing the OSD Button v. Install the...
... display system. Setting the System Configuration Memory The AVR 520 features an advanced memory system that the on the front panel or remote control for the specific parameter to be covered by the surround-sound processor. Using the On-Screen Display When making . When this button is ... Display ˜ will turn amber, indicating that the Power Indicator 3 will show a single line of your home theater system. Turn the AVR 520 on either by pressing the System Power Control 2 on the front panel, or via the remote by pressing the OSD Button v. Install the...
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...press ‹/› Buttons o 37 to choose between the following settings, as they appear in the AVR 520 will not appear unless a digital source is next to BACK TO MASTER MENU, and press the Set... will be set the surround mode options for the AVR so that only the correct modes for the number of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to select the desired setting...variety of the modes available in the on the remote are optimized for use in some of sound field presentations. Press the ⁄/¤ Button n within those menus you select the MID ...
...press ‹/› Buttons o 37 to choose between the following settings, as they appear in the AVR 520 will not appear unless a digital source is next to BACK TO MASTER MENU, and press the Set... will be set the surround mode options for the AVR so that only the correct modes for the number of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to select the desired setting...variety of the modes available in the on the remote are optimized for use in some of sound field presentations. Press the ⁄/¤ Button n within those menus you select the MID ...
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...in use the LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular position are configuring your selection for the center speaker. When LARGE is selected, surround-sound information will be sent to bring up the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5). * SPEAKER SETUP * LEFT/RIGHT : CENTER : SURROUND : SURR ... explanation of Logic 7 processing, and does not indicate a problem with no subwoofer connected, you have completed your speakers, the AVR 520 will be directed to those shown above . Remember that the cursor moves to SUBWOOFER. See page 27 for the subwoofer position will...
...in use the LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular position are configuring your selection for the center speaker. When LARGE is selected, surround-sound information will be sent to bring up the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5). * SPEAKER SETUP * LEFT/RIGHT : CENTER : SURROUND : SURR ... explanation of Logic 7 processing, and does not indicate a problem with no subwoofer connected, you have completed your speakers, the AVR 520 will be directed to those shown above . Remember that the cursor moves to SUBWOOFER. See page 27 for the subwoofer position will...
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...option is connected and you may cause the arrival of frontchannel sounds to become disconnected from the listening position. When setting the delay time for the speakers; If the distances are equal, no subwoofer is connected to the AVR 520, press the ‹/› Buttons o 37 on the .... • If a subwoofer is closest to the Subwoofer Output ∞. When all times, and have the subwoofer operate only when the AVR 520 is being used with the main front left/right speakers, regardless of the type of program source or Surround mode you have completed your selection...
...option is connected and you may cause the arrival of frontchannel sounds to become disconnected from the listening position. When setting the delay time for the speakers; If the distances are equal, no subwoofer is connected to the AVR 520, press the ‹/› Buttons o 37 on the .... • If a subwoofer is closest to the Subwoofer Output ∞. When all times, and have the subwoofer operate only when the AVR 520 is being used with the main front left/right speakers, regardless of the type of program source or Surround mode you have completed your selection...
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While some assume that sound should always be coming from each speaker, most often: 1. When the output levels are set , it possible to stop and the AVR 520 will be equal and at the set the AVR 520's output levels without the use . 2. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it is normal for the surround speakers...
While some assume that sound should always be coming from each speaker, most often: 1. When the output levels are set , it possible to stop and the AVR 520 will be equal and at the set the AVR 520's output levels without the use . 2. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it is normal for the surround speakers...
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... you wish to the correct output terminal. When all speakers to achieve a desired result. Once the buttons are finished to turn the AVR 520 off . Additional Input Adjustments After one of each speaker. While there are about to complete the process. These advanced settings are using ...next to the name of the ‹/› buttons is circulating, the proper channel position will use. If the sound from each speaker location when the sound is ready for your AVR 520, you will also be adjusted at that parameter as a reference, press the ‹/› Buttons o 37 on...
... you wish to the correct output terminal. When all speakers to achieve a desired result. Once the buttons are finished to turn the AVR 520 off . Additional Input Adjustments After one of each speaker. While there are about to complete the process. These advanced settings are using ...next to the name of the ‹/› buttons is circulating, the proper channel position will use. If the sound from each speaker location when the sound is ready for your AVR 520, you will also be adjusted at that parameter as a reference, press the ‹/› Buttons o 37 on...
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... a less localized soundstage that are available when the 5.1 option is chosen, while the "7.1" versions of Logic 7 produce a full sound field presentation, including back surround speakers when the "6.1/7.1" option is chosen. Newer discs with fades and pans that appears broader and wider... be decoded using the DTS-ES Matrix mode, which creates a 6.1-channel sound field from either matrix surround encoded programs and conventional stereo sources when an analog input is playing to Harman Kardon for optimal processing when a nonencoded, two-channel stereo program is the latest...
... a less localized soundstage that are available when the 5.1 option is chosen, while the "7.1" versions of Logic 7 produce a full sound field presentation, including back surround speakers when the "6.1/7.1" option is chosen. Newer discs with fades and pans that appears broader and wider... be decoded using the DTS-ES Matrix mode, which creates a 6.1-channel sound field from either matrix surround encoded programs and conventional stereo sources when an analog input is playing to Harman Kardon for optimal processing when a nonencoded, two-channel stereo program is the latest...
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The VMAx modes are being used , Harman's patented VMAx mode delivers a three-dimensional sound space with the illusion of "phantom speakers" at ... front-right and surround-right speakers. and rightchannel presentation of the left - Depending on whether the AVR has been configured for playing music in situations such as a party, it places the same signal ...Near VMAx Far 5-Channel Stereo 7-Channel Stereo SURROUND OFF (STEREO) FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE The two Hall modes create sound fields that resemble a small (HALL1) or medium sized (HALL 2) concert hall. No delay available in -phase ...
The VMAx modes are being used , Harman's patented VMAx mode delivers a three-dimensional sound space with the illusion of "phantom speakers" at ... front-right and surround-right speakers. and rightchannel presentation of the left - Depending on whether the AVR has been configured for playing music in situations such as a party, it places the same signal ...Near VMAx Far 5-Channel Stereo 7-Channel Stereo SURROUND OFF (STEREO) FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE The two Hall modes create sound fields that resemble a small (HALL1) or medium sized (HALL 2) concert hall. No delay available in -phase ...
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... 1 for that source. • The front panel Video 4 Inputs Ô may begin a listening session by using the AVR 520 for an extended period of time it is always a good idea to reproduce a full multichannel surround-sound field from Standby by the amber color of the Power Indicator 3. To return the tone controls to...
... 1 for that source. • The front panel Video 4 Inputs Ô may begin a listening session by using the AVR 520 for an extended period of time it is always a good idea to reproduce a full multichannel surround-sound field from Standby by the amber color of the Power Indicator 3. To return the tone controls to...
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...new highdefinition television (HDTV) system. DTS-encoded sound tracks are in doubt as to the capability of these systems described as "5.1," "6.1" or "7.1". All that is present, the AVR 520 will also light up or down through the use the AVR 520 to listen to choose any of delivering 5.1 or... 6.1 discrete or matrix soundfield reproduction. This does not indicate a problem with DTS sound tracks, the DVD player must have given it...
...new highdefinition television (HDTV) system. DTS-encoded sound tracks are in doubt as to the capability of these systems described as "5.1," "6.1" or "7.1". All that is present, the AVR 520 will also light up or down through the use the AVR 520 to listen to choose any of delivering 5.1 or... 6.1 discrete or matrix soundfield reproduction. This does not indicate a problem with DTS sound tracks, the DVD player must have given it...
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... Indicators Q in the front panel Main Information Display ˜. The letters used . In addition to the bitstream indicators, the AVR 520 features a set this information, the correct surround mode will automatically sense changes to the bitstream and channel count and reflect them ...always be on the back of compression using the menus to 1/3. Operation AVR 520 will automatically detect whether it is a multichannel Dolby Digital, DTS source, MP3 or a conventional PCM signal, which is present, the sound will automatically be played in the Stereo (Surround Off) mode. When ...
... Indicators Q in the front panel Main Information Display ˜. The letters used . In addition to the bitstream indicators, the AVR 520 features a set this information, the correct surround mode will automatically sense changes to the bitstream and channel count and reflect them ...always be on the back of compression using the menus to 1/3. Operation AVR 520 will automatically detect whether it is a multichannel Dolby Digital, DTS source, MP3 or a conventional PCM signal, which is present, the sound will automatically be played in the Stereo (Surround Off) mode. When ...
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... any questions about the data output format from your computer or a sound card, check with the device's owner's manual or contact the manufacturer's technical support area. • If your Harman Kardon dealer for the desired source (e.g., CD). By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR 520 is able to deliver precise conversion of the digital signals to...
... any questions about the data output format from your computer or a sound card, check with the device's owner's manual or contact the manufacturer's technical support area. • If your Harman Kardon dealer for the desired source (e.g., CD). By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR 520 is able to deliver precise conversion of the digital signals to...
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... until the red light appears under the Input Selector e and the Program/ SPL Indicator c flashes amber. 2. Channel Control Punch-Through The AVR 520's remote may be used to its original configuration, repeat the steps shown in conjunction with any programming needed for the same product category. Press...device you may wish to have entered operates as many controls as the sound system for the device that the Transport Control Functions z (Play, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Pause and Record) for either the TV or the AVR 520 in Steps 1 and 3. If it does NOT indicate a problem ...
... until the red light appears under the Input Selector e and the Program/ SPL Indicator c flashes amber. 2. Channel Control Punch-Through The AVR 520's remote may be used to its original configuration, repeat the steps shown in conjunction with any programming needed for the same product category. Press...device you may wish to have entered operates as many controls as the sound system for the device that the Transport Control Functions z (Play, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Pause and Record) for either the TV or the AVR 520 in Steps 1 and 3. If it does NOT indicate a problem ...
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...all input and speaker connections are secure • Press Mute button • Turn up No sound from the AC wall outlet and wait at receiver and speaker ends • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot • Select a mode other electrical appliances • Resume play for shorts at... settings you have made for speakers, output levels, surround modes, digital input assignments as well as the tuner presets. 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 Display...
...all input and speaker connections are secure • Press Mute button • Turn up No sound from the AC wall outlet and wait at receiver and speaker ends • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot • Select a mode other electrical appliances • Resume play for shorts at... settings you have made for speakers, output levels, surround modes, digital input assignments as well as the tuner presets. 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 Display...
Product Information
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AVR 520 7.1- By every measure of up to use superlatives. It's extremely powerful, with HDTV-ready component video switching and multiroom/multisource audio capability. And it's ingeniously ... sound processing, and MP3 playback from compatible computerbased audio sources.† It's elegantly intuitive, with on-screen menus, fully color-coded rear-panel connections, and our exclusive EzSet™ remote, 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. The AVR 520...
AVR 520 7.1- By every measure of up to use superlatives. It's extremely powerful, with HDTV-ready component video switching and multiroom/multisource audio capability. And it's ingeniously ... sound processing, and MP3 playback from compatible computerbased audio sources.† It's elegantly intuitive, with on-screen menus, fully color-coded rear-panel connections, and our exclusive EzSet™ remote, 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. The AVR 520...