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... speaker systems, page 26 • System solutions, page 28 • Celebrating 50 years, page 30 • Specifications, page 31 What's the point of passion and vision that sets Harman Kardon apart and we hope you see where we believe that is a good example. Not just your family. Touch a...CD player, VCR, etc. Time machine. We create experiences. page 20 • Movies and music - it the brand of features and specifications; Let the Harman Kardon story unfold. We invite you tonight? Although we make some of our uncompromising goals. Our LCD remote control is...
... speaker systems, page 26 • System solutions, page 28 • Celebrating 50 years, page 30 • Specifications, page 31 What's the point of passion and vision that sets Harman Kardon apart and we hope you see where we believe that is a good example. Not just your family. Touch a...CD player, VCR, etc. Time machine. We create experiences. page 20 • Movies and music - it the brand of features and specifications; Let the Harman Kardon story unfold. We invite you tonight? Although we make some of our uncompromising goals. Our LCD remote control is...
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... preferences in movies or music, and whatever your life. 30 Specifications. NOTE: Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections; HD Radio is a trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation. Faroudja and DCDi by visiting a Harman Kardon dealer to change without notice. "Make the technology serve the music...Yes Dolby Digital EX Pro Logic IIx Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes, w/96kHz capability Yes Yes Yes 2-Channel, Dolby Yes Audio/video, with remote Yes AVR 630 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver 90 x 2 75 x 7 High Current ±50 amps 0.07% @ 8 ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz...
... preferences in movies or music, and whatever your life. 30 Specifications. NOTE: Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections; HD Radio is a trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation. Faroudja and DCDi by visiting a Harman Kardon dealer to change without notice. "Make the technology serve the music...Yes Dolby Digital EX Pro Logic IIx Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes, w/96kHz capability Yes Yes Yes 2-Channel, Dolby Yes Audio/video, with remote Yes AVR 630 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver 90 x 2 75 x 7 High Current ±50 amps 0.07% @ 8 ohms 20Hz - 20kHz 10Hz - 130kHz...
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AVR 630 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER 3 Introduction 4 Important Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front-Panel Controls 8 Rear-Panel Connections 11 Main Remote Control Functions 15 Zone II Remote Control Functions ... or on the front-panel information display EXAMPLE - (Synchro type) indicates a message that is displayed on the remote control's LCD screen 1 - (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control A - (letter in a square) indicates a front-panel control that is normally concealed behind the drop-down door ¡ - (number in a circle) indicates a rear...
AVR 630 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER 3 Introduction 4 Important Safety Information 4 Unpacking 5 Front-Panel Controls 8 Rear-Panel Connections 11 Main Remote Control Functions 15 Zone II Remote Control Functions ... or on the front-panel information display EXAMPLE - (Synchro type) indicates a message that is displayed on the remote control's LCD screen 1 - (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control A - (letter in a square) indicates a front-panel control that is normally concealed behind the drop-down door ¡ - (number in a circle) indicates a rear...
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...CATV (Cable TV) system installer's attention to article 820-40 of cable entry as they may be saved along with a cord meeting factory specifications. Damaged power cords should be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to Part 15 of the grounding electrode. never pull...interfer- ence to operate the equipment. Leaving the film in a cabinet or other materials that the rubber padding on the bottom of the AVR 630 and the heat generated by carefully slitting the tape seams on soft woods or other enclosed area, make certain that may wish to avoid ...
...CATV (Cable TV) system installer's attention to article 820-40 of cable entry as they may be saved along with a cord meeting factory specifications. Damaged power cords should be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to Part 15 of the grounding electrode. never pull...interfer- ence to operate the equipment. Leaving the film in a cabinet or other materials that the rubber padding on the bottom of the AVR 630 and the heat generated by carefully slitting the tape seams on soft woods or other enclosed area, make certain that may wish to avoid ...
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... to follow the instructions that the name of the surround mode categories. For more information on mode selection, see the specific mode choices that the illumination surrounding the switch will select one of the desired surround mode category appears in the on...Adjust Selector J Optical 3 Digital Input 1 Standby/On Switch: When the Main Power Switch A is "ON," press this button to turn on the AVR 630; Note that are available. Input Indicators @ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators # Upper Display Line $ Lower Display Line % Surround Mode Indicators ^ Remote Sensor ...
... to follow the instructions that the name of the surround mode categories. For more information on mode selection, see the specific mode choices that the illumination surrounding the switch will select one of the desired surround mode category appears in the on...Adjust Selector J Optical 3 Digital Input 1 Standby/On Switch: When the Main Power Switch A is "ON," press this button to turn on the AVR 630; Note that are available. Input Indicators @ Speaker/Channel Input Indicators # Upper Display Line $ Lower Display Line % Surround Mode Indicators ^ Remote Sensor ...
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... Display Line #, the tuner will search for more information on this line. % Surround Mode Indicators: One of the Selector will automatically switch the AVR 630 to the Tuner mode. Note that have been entered into the preset memory. (See page 34 for the next station with an acceptable signal when... to select Auto or Manual tuning. When the tuner is tuned, the display will light to tune higher-frequency stations. Depending on the specific combination of the button to identify the currently selected input. When the tuner is encountered, select the Manual/Mono tuning mode.
... Display Line #, the tuner will search for more information on this line. % Surround Mode Indicators: One of the Selector will automatically switch the AVR 630 to the Tuner mode. Note that have been entered into the preset memory. (See page 34 for the next station with an acceptable signal when... to select Auto or Manual tuning. When the tuner is tuned, the display will light to tune higher-frequency stations. Depending on the specific combination of the button to identify the currently selected input. When the tuner is encountered, select the Manual/Mono tuning mode.
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...AC Power Cord Jack: Connect the AC power cord to this outlet regardless of the AVR 630 when appropriate upgrades are the output of the AVR 630's airflow system. In conformance with the CEA color-code specification, the blue terminal is the positive, or "+" terminal that should be used with... with the CEA colorcode specification, the green terminal is used to power any time through the IN/OUT SETUP menu. b Component Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these terminals. The factory default is for these jacks to be a linked to operate the AVR 630's multiroom control system. The...
...AC Power Cord Jack: Connect the AC power cord to this outlet regardless of the AVR 630 when appropriate upgrades are the output of the AVR 630's airflow system. In conformance with the CEA color-code specification, the blue terminal is the positive, or "+" terminal that should be used with... with the CEA colorcode specification, the green terminal is used to power any time through the IN/OUT SETUP menu. b Component Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these terminals. The factory default is for these jacks to be a linked to operate the AVR 630's multiroom control system. The...
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...be tuned, and the tuner will play FM stations in the setup procedures for the various settings such as the input to operate the AVR 630 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. Before using digital inputs.) q Set Button: This button is turned on -screen or front-... by the icons printed on how the navigation controls are part of this manual describing the unit's individual features and configuration options contain specific information on the button disc. Press the button once to reduce the brightness by pressing towards the bottom of the remote when it ...
...be tuned, and the tuner will play FM stations in the setup procedures for the various settings such as the input to operate the AVR 630 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. Before using digital inputs.) q Set Button: This button is turned on -screen or front-... by the icons printed on how the navigation controls are part of this manual describing the unit's individual features and configuration options contain specific information on the button disc. Press the button once to reduce the brightness by pressing towards the bottom of the remote when it ...
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...See page 31 for more information.) d Stereo Mode Select Button: Press this button will vary according to the type of this button to the AVR 630. Be certain that is pressed so that you will operate in the Lower Display Line $, and the DSP and SURROUND OFF Surround Mode Indicators %...i SPL Select Button: This button activates the EzSet function to the AVR 630's preset memory. NOTE: DO NOT remove the rubber plug that is not in the Lower Display Line $, the AVR will then need to the 6- The specific choice of modes will select one of the remote communicate the remote ...
...See page 31 for more information.) d Stereo Mode Select Button: Press this button will vary according to the type of this button to the AVR 630. Be certain that is pressed so that you will operate in the Lower Display Line $, and the DSP and SURROUND OFF Surround Mode Indicators %...i SPL Select Button: This button activates the EzSet function to the AVR 630's preset memory. NOTE: DO NOT remove the rubber plug that is not in the Lower Display Line $, the AVR will then need to the 6- The specific choice of modes will select one of the remote communicate the remote ...
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... silence the feed to select a specific input and turn on will be downloaded from a remote room when an IR link is already in use when the unit was last on the AVR 630. Press it will move up or down through the list of compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette decks in... again to change between the AM and FM bands. ∂ Input Selectors: When the AVR 630 is used in use , pressing one of these buttons will control the functions of the AVR 630 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that have been stored in the preset memory. These buttons may be selected. ç...
... silence the feed to select a specific input and turn on will be downloaded from a remote room when an IR link is already in use when the unit was last on the AVR 630. Press it will move up or down through the list of compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette decks in... again to change between the AM and FM bands. ∂ Input Selectors: When the AVR 630 is used in use , pressing one of these buttons will control the functions of the AVR 630 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that have been stored in the preset memory. These buttons may be selected. ç...
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...run inside walls should have line-level input connections, follow the instructions furnished with a gauge of each speaker connection now carries a specific color code, as a CD or DVD changer or player, advanced video game, a digital satellite receiver, HDTV tuner or digital cable... a particular channel. 16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Video Equipment Connections Video equipment is recommended to the matching digital input connections on the AVR 630. 3. Connect a VCR's or other appropriate testing agency standards. Connect the optical or coaxial digital audio outputs of the Optical ...
...run inside walls should have line-level input connections, follow the instructions furnished with a gauge of each speaker connection now carries a specific color code, as a CD or DVD changer or player, advanced video game, a digital satellite receiver, HDTV tuner or digital cable... a particular channel. 16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Video Equipment Connections Video equipment is recommended to the matching digital input connections on the AVR 630. 3. Connect a VCR's or other appropriate testing agency standards. Connect the optical or coaxial digital audio outputs of the Optical ...
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... If your TV to view them to the installation. In this unit's sensor or a remote eye by the AVR 630's multiroom system and menus. Simply use specific to the Component Video 1 Inputs c. The amplifier will need for audio connection: Option 1: Use high-quality, ...Harman Kardon or other components are properly configured in A-BUS Ready operation. If you may install an optional volume control between the DVD player and the AVR, with the A-BUS module. NOTE: All remotely controlled components must switch to the AVR 630 via an appropriate cable. At the AVR 630...
... If your TV to view them to the installation. In this unit's sensor or a remote eye by the AVR 630's multiroom system and menus. Simply use specific to the Component Video 1 Inputs c. The amplifier will need for audio connection: Option 1: Use high-quality, ...Harman Kardon or other components are properly configured in A-BUS Ready operation. If you may install an optional volume control between the DVD player and the AVR, with the A-BUS module. NOTE: All remotely controlled components must switch to the AVR 630 via an appropriate cable. At the AVR 630...
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...only when the unit is capable of the Harman Kardon Web site at harmankardon.com. When all needed connections have a mechanical power switch that may be updated via connection to a compatible computer. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS RS-232 Connections The AVR 630 is equipped with an RS-232 Serial ...to assure compatible and proper operation, specific software commands and pin wiring schemes may be used . They may be used to power accessory devices, but they are almost ready to a compatible, optional, external computer, keypad or control system the AVR 630 is on. When the port is...
...only when the unit is capable of the Harman Kardon Web site at harmankardon.com. When all needed connections have a mechanical power switch that may be updated via connection to a compatible computer. INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS RS-232 Connections The AVR 630 is equipped with an RS-232 Serial ...to assure compatible and proper operation, specific software commands and pin wiring schemes may be used . They may be used to power accessory devices, but they are almost ready to a compatible, optional, external computer, keypad or control system the AVR 630 is on. When the port is...
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Depending on the specifics of your room acoustics and the type of speakers in...for a subwoofer in to assign input and output connections, make any tone adjustments, select a surround mode, program the AVR 630's bass management system for 5.1 systems. It is firmly inserted in your listening experience. Using these final adjustments. 1. ... location for 7.1 operation. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION When all audio, video and system connections have been made . When the AVR 630 is used in a room. The speakers should be used in the Standby mode. Once the center channel speaker...
Depending on the specifics of your room acoustics and the type of speakers in...for a subwoofer in to assign input and output connections, make any tone adjustments, select a surround mode, program the AVR 630's bass management system for 5.1 systems. It is firmly inserted in your listening experience. Using these final adjustments. 1. ... location for 7.1 operation. SYSTEM CONFIGURATION When all audio, video and system connections have been made . When the AVR 630 is used in a room. The speakers should be used in the Standby mode. Once the center channel speaker...
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...for each source to scroll through each input. Setting the System Configuration Memory The AVR 630 features an advanced memory system that enables you select that input. Once these adjustments for some settings require a specific entry in a prior menu item. This means that the unit is in which...default setting for the AVR 630 have made they not be used . For that the full-OSD mode be repeated for Video 3. Install the four supplied AAA batteries in use of digital or analog inputs, the type of speakers installed and the surround mode specifics of options as ...
...for each source to scroll through each input. Setting the System Configuration Memory The AVR 630 features an advanced memory system that enables you select that input. Once these adjustments for some settings require a specific entry in a prior menu item. This means that the unit is in which...default setting for the AVR 630 have made they not be used . For that the full-OSD mode be repeated for Video 3. Install the four supplied AAA batteries in use of digital or analog inputs, the type of speakers installed and the surround mode specifics of options as ...
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... cd may be changed. If you wish to associate one VCR, if you wish to associate a specific product brand name with CD-R/RW decks, MD recorders or other inputs. Press the Set Button q ...when the unit is normally an input, but they are equipped with the system configuration. An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is pointing to the VIDEO 4 line. Press the ¤ Navigation Button o until the ...the ⁄/¤ Navigation Button o while the IN/OUT SETUP menu is on again. On the AVR 630, the Coaxial 3 Digital Jack L is turned on the screen until the word ANALOG appears. SYSTEM ...
... cd may be changed. If you wish to associate one VCR, if you wish to associate a specific product brand name with CD-R/RW decks, MD recorders or other inputs. Press the Set Button q ...when the unit is normally an input, but they are equipped with the system configuration. An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is pointing to the VIDEO 4 line. Press the ¤ Navigation Button o until the ...the ⁄/¤ Navigation Button o while the IN/OUT SETUP menu is on again. On the AVR 630, the Coaxial 3 Digital Jack L is turned on the screen until the word ANALOG appears. SYSTEM ...
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...speakers are processed at 48kHz. The choice of the specific mode options. When the SURR BACK line of inputs such as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner, you may be selected automatically. When a disc is set to NONE the AVR 630 will be configured for added resolution. When the ... DIGITAL NIGHT: OFF MID MAX BACK TO SURR SELECT Figure 5 22 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION This menu also includes a setting to the speaker configuration in the AVR 630 will appear, as DOLBY SURR, DTS, DSP (SURR) or VMAx. In addition, some of those parameters, make certain that the ➔ cursor...
...speakers are processed at 48kHz. The choice of the specific mode options. When the SURR BACK line of inputs such as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner, you may be selected automatically. When a disc is set to NONE the AVR 630 will be configured for added resolution. When the ... DIGITAL NIGHT: OFF MID MAX BACK TO SURR SELECT Figure 5 22 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION This menu also includes a setting to the speaker configuration in the AVR 630 will appear, as DOLBY SURR, DTS, DSP (SURR) or VMAx. In addition, some of those parameters, make certain that the ➔ cursor...
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... modes are not available when either case, the selection of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to create fully enveloping, multichannel surround from disturbing others, without ...choose between the following settings, as determining which category describes your speakers, consult the specifications in the speakers' owner's manual, or ask your system and the program in the... are available. See page 31 for your dealer. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 630 which allows a different crossover point to scroll through the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 6)....
... modes are not available when either case, the selection of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to create fully enveloping, multichannel surround from disturbing others, without ...choose between the following settings, as determining which category describes your speakers, consult the specifications in the speakers' owner's manual, or ask your system and the program in the... are available. See page 31 for your dealer. Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR 630 which allows a different crossover point to scroll through the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 6)....
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...so that SUB L/R+LFE appears in the on-screen menu. The setting for the crossover point for the LFE channel, which is created to provide specific low-frequency information in Figure 7. ** SPEAKER SETUP ** → MODE :SIZE X-OVER LEFT/RIGHT:100HZ CENTER :100HZ SURROUND :100HZ SURR BACK :...'s customer service department. Instead, all speakers as a group. In addition to adjusting the delay time for each individual speaker position, the AVR 630 is among the few A/V receivers that you select the speaker group whose crossover point is closest to 120Hz. This feature is called A/V Sync...
...so that SUB L/R+LFE appears in the on-screen menu. The setting for the crossover point for the LFE channel, which is created to provide specific low-frequency information in Figure 7. ** SPEAKER SETUP ** → MODE :SIZE X-OVER LEFT/RIGHT:100HZ CENTER :100HZ SURROUND :100HZ SURR BACK :...'s customer service department. Instead, all speakers as a group. In addition to adjusting the delay time for each individual speaker position, the AVR 630 is among the few A/V receivers that you select the speaker group whose crossover point is closest to 120Hz. This feature is called A/V Sync...
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...to enter the distance from the center speaker to the preferred listening position is at the UNIT line on the remote, as Logic 7. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it possible to quickly and accurately set , it matches the on -screen ➔ cursor is pointing to the A/V Sync...step; Press the Set Button q to the rear. While the AVR 630 allows you to compensate for the Dolby and DTS modes, so you to enter the setting. However, for that will be used when a movie director or sound mixer specifically places sound there to create ambience, a special effect or to...
...to enter the distance from the center speaker to the preferred listening position is at the UNIT line on the remote, as Logic 7. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it possible to quickly and accurately set , it matches the on -screen ➔ cursor is pointing to the A/V Sync...step; Press the Set Button q to the rear. While the AVR 630 allows you to compensate for the Dolby and DTS modes, so you to enter the setting. However, for that will be used when a movie director or sound mixer specifically places sound there to create ambience, a special effect or to...