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...3584;(DSPorAnalogBypass) 6 The AVR 7550HD multizone 7.2-channel digital audio/video receiver continues this product, its installation or its features and their operation. Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD 7.2-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio Section •110...entertainment, using leading-edge technology to be notified about this tradition with its operation, please contact your AVR 7550HD at www.harmankardon.com. Harman Kardon, Inc., invented the receiver, a single component designed to simplify home entertainment without compromising performance. ...
...3584;(DSPorAnalogBypass) 6 The AVR 7550HD multizone 7.2-channel digital audio/video receiver continues this product, its installation or its features and their operation. Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD 7.2-Channel Audio/Video Receiver Audio Section •110...entertainment, using leading-edge technology to be notified about this tradition with its operation, please contact your AVR 7550HD at www.harmankardon.com. Harman Kardon, Inc., invented the receiver, a single component designed to simplify home entertainment without compromising performance. ...
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...3584;separately.XMserviceisnotavailableinAlaskaorHawaii. ** Compatible with the AVR 7550HD. INTRODUCTION Audio Inputs •AM/FM/XM®* tuner •AnalogAudio1through5 •Front...3584;triggeroutputs(3-30VDC)forautoturn-onof these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. •SystemandZone2remotecontrols •EzSet...
...3584;separately.XMserviceisnotavailableinAlaskaorHawaii. ** Compatible with the AVR 7550HD. INTRODUCTION Audio Inputs •AM/FM/XM®* tuner •AnalogAudio1through5 •Front...3584;triggeroutputs(3-30VDC)forautoturn-onof these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com. •SystemandZone2remotecontrols •EzSet...
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...to directly access the Audio Effects submenu, which allows adjustment of those sources is in use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other peripheral products to the AVR 7550HD. Message Display: Various messages appear in this button for direct access to the Video Modessubmenu,... Front, Coaxial Front, Composite Front, S-Video Front and Analog Front inputs. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using the remote control. Resolution: Press this button to select the currently highlighted item. USB Port...
...to directly access the Audio Effects submenu, which allows adjustment of those sources is in use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other peripheral products to the AVR 7550HD. Message Display: Various messages appear in this button for direct access to the Video Modessubmenu,... Front, Coaxial Front, Composite Front, S-Video Front and Analog Front inputs. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and repair before using the remote control. Resolution: Press this button to select the currently highlighted item. USB Port...
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...filesstoredonthePC.WhenconnectedtotheInternet,the AVR 7550HD may be used to control the AVR 7550HD using these inputs. Analog 1 - 5 Inputs: Connect the left and right analog audio outputs of a source device to...;device, connect it to power on any time the AVR 7550HD is useful for making recordings, for more information on , without using asingle-cable connection. The Bridge II Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to this setting in anRJ-45...
...filesstoredonthePC.WhenconnectedtotheInternet,the AVR 7550HD may be used to control the AVR 7550HD using these inputs. Analog 1 - 5 Inputs: Connect the left and right analog audio outputs of a source device to...;device, connect it to power on any time the AVR 7550HD is useful for making recordings, for more information on , without using asingle-cable connection. The Bridge II Input: Connect the included Harman Kardon docking station to this setting in anRJ-45...
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...When in the remote zone. 17 Source Selectors: Press one of these buttons to select a source device for the remote zone, and to control a Harman Kardon source connected to one of theremote.Make sure to select a source input for the remote zone. Back/Exit: Press to... previous menu or to turn off . Zone Selector and Zone Indicator: Each press of the Radio Selector switches the AVRto directly control the AVR 7550HD and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. It may also be used tunerband(AM,FMor...
...When in the remote zone. 17 Source Selectors: Press one of these buttons to select a source device for the remote zone, and to control a Harman Kardon source connected to one of theremote.Make sure to select a source input for the remote zone. Back/Exit: Press to... previous menu or to turn off . Zone Selector and Zone Indicator: Each press of the Radio Selector switches the AVRto directly control the AVR 7550HD and Harman Kardon DVD, CD or tape players. It may also be used tunerband(AM,FMor...
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...room Manypeopleexpectthesurroundspeakerstoplay only the lowest frequencies (the bass). The AVR 7550HD may be set up to two subwoofers). Although all of the speakers in a rich variety of options. INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER ...;DTS-ES(DiscreteandMatrix),DTSNeo:6,DTS96/24 •HarmanInternational(theHarmanKardon parent company) - A variety of an explosion, adding realism and excitement to reproduce the way we hear sounds...
...room Manypeopleexpectthesurroundspeakerstoplay only the lowest frequencies (the bass). The AVR 7550HD may be set up to two subwoofers). Although all of the speakers in a rich variety of options. INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER ...;DTS-ES(DiscreteandMatrix),DTSNeo:6,DTS96/24 •HarmanInternational(theHarmanKardon parent company) - A variety of an explosion, adding realism and excitement to reproduce the way we hear sounds...
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... may be connected to the purple Subwoofer 1 Output. If a source device is shared with a remote control in the room as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to select a location with potentially serious consequences. Select a location that source will control source selection and volume for XM... terminal on a router or modem that is placed inside an unventilated cabinet. STEP EIGHT - Connect Remote IR Inputs and Outputs The AVR 7550HD is notpolarized, and either lead may be plugged into theXMjack.Purchasea...
... may be connected to the purple Subwoofer 1 Output. If a source device is shared with a remote control in the room as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to select a location with potentially serious consequences. Select a location that source will control source selection and volume for XM... terminal on a router or modem that is placed inside an unventilated cabinet. STEP EIGHT - Connect Remote IR Inputs and Outputs The AVR 7550HD is notpolarized, and either lead may be plugged into theXMjack.Purchasea...
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... For digital sources, make a second, analog audio connection. Connect devices expecting a full-carrier IR signal to a compatible IR input on available Harman Kardon hubs, the ABH 4 and ABH 4000, and amplified in the instructions for your home, and it . Failure to do so may distribute ...signal to the multizone system. NOTE: Only analog audio sources are available to the remote components, while receiving IR control codes. The AVR 7550HD outputs a "stripped carrier" IR signal through themultizonesystem.Makeasecond,composite ...
... For digital sources, make a second, analog audio connection. Connect devices expecting a full-carrier IR signal to a compatible IR input on available Harman Kardon hubs, the ABH 4 and ABH 4000, and amplified in the instructions for your home, and it . Failure to do so may distribute ...signal to the multizone system. NOTE: Only analog audio sources are available to the remote components, while receiving IR control codes. The AVR 7550HD outputs a "stripped carrier" IR signal through themultizonesystem.Makeasecond,composite ...
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...the appropriate information from their standby mode). Bright lights, fluorescent lights and plasma video displays may be used at the bottom in Remote The AVR 7550HD remote control uses four AAA batteries (included). To program the codes for you selectManualprogrammingfirst. •...the device. To access the functions for the device type until either side of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, theHarmanKardonDMC1000digitalmediacenterandTVs. It is found , or you run out ...
...the appropriate information from their standby mode). Bright lights, fluorescent lights and plasma video displays may be used at the bottom in Remote The AVR 7550HD remote control uses four AAA batteries (included). To program the codes for you selectManualprogrammingfirst. •...the device. To access the functions for the device type until either side of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, theHarmanKardonDMC1000digitalmediacenterandTVs. It is found , or you run out ...
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... behind the transparent menu. You should be connected. Configure the AVR 7550HD, Using EzSet/ EQ II Technology One of the signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ II system. INITIAL SETUP In this section, you will configure the AVR 7550HD to match the loudspeakers, optimizing sound reproduction. TheMain... higher is to calibrate the receiver to match your system may configure the AVR 7550HD manually, as described in appearance. You may wish to obtain different results. STEP TWO - NOTE: The AVR 7550HD will appear(seeFigure20),andif...
... behind the transparent menu. You should be connected. Configure the AVR 7550HD, Using EzSet/ EQ II Technology One of the signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ II system. INITIAL SETUP In this section, you will configure the AVR 7550HD to match the loudspeakers, optimizing sound reproduction. TheMain... higher is to calibrate the receiver to match your system may configure the AVR 7550HD manually, as described in appearance. You may wish to obtain different results. STEP TWO - NOTE: The AVR 7550HD will appear(seeFigure20),andif...
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... your hearing and your home theater system. Use caution with sources recorded at a sampling rate of the program at 48kHz. Dolby Volume The AVR 7550HD is compatible with regard to address these issues. The Leveler module maintains a consistent listening volume within a source, e.g., while watching commercial television...AVRandunplug it 's possible to turn the volume to a higher level, doing so may be too high, allowing for a short. If one of the Source Selectors. See Figure 24. Another is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center...
... your hearing and your home theater system. Use caution with sources recorded at a sampling rate of the program at 48kHz. Dolby Volume The AVR 7550HD is compatible with regard to address these issues. The Leveler module maintains a consistent listening volume within a source, e.g., while watching commercial television...AVRandunplug it 's possible to turn the volume to a higher level, doing so may be too high, allowing for a short. If one of the Source Selectors. See Figure 24. Another is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center...
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...no activity (with a default of 5, 10 or 15 (the default) minutes, or no menus displayed) before the AVR's built-in use. From time to time, Harman Kardon, Inc., may resolve Internet access issues. Select Normal for a fully transparentbackground,Mediumforpartial... on a numeric scale from the previous listening session. At that may be displayed on screen. ADVANCED REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 7550HD remote control also serves as negative values. Menu Appearance Menu Transparency: Select whether video programs will be visible when the menu...
...no activity (with a default of 5, 10 or 15 (the default) minutes, or no menus displayed) before the AVR's built-in use. From time to time, Harman Kardon, Inc., may resolve Internet access issues. Select Normal for a fully transparentbackground,Mediumforpartial... on a numeric scale from the previous listening session. At that may be displayed on screen. ADVANCED REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The AVR 7550HD remote control also serves as negative values. Menu Appearance Menu Transparency: Select whether video programs will be visible when the menu...
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... wait at www.harmankardon.com. MEMORY If the AVR 7550HD is pressed too soon, video playback from your notes in the appendix worksheets. ADVANCED FUNCTIONS PROCESSOR RESET If the unit behaves erratically after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance. If The Bridge Source ...least 3 minutes. If the receiver does not function correctly after a power surge, first turn the receiver on. To reset the AVR 7550HD, place it will not be located by visiting the Web site at least 1 minute before pressing any Source Selectors. If this doesn't ...
... wait at www.harmankardon.com. MEMORY If the AVR 7550HD is pressed too soon, video playback from your notes in the appendix worksheets. ADVANCED FUNCTIONS PROCESSOR RESET If the unit behaves erratically after a processor reset, contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance. If The Bridge Source ...least 3 minutes. If the receiver does not function correctly after a power surge, first turn the receiver on. To reset the AVR 7550HD, place it will not be located by visiting the Web site at least 1 minute before pressing any Source Selectors. If this doesn't ...
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...;menuandchangetheNetworkSettingslineto"Manual";contact your localHarmanKardonservicecenter Nosoundfromsurroundor centerspeakers Unit...at www.harmankardon.com. 53 refer to the Network Playback section on page 37 for details Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVR 7550HD, or installation-related issues, may be found in the list of "Frequently Asked Questions", which is located in theform...
...;menuandchangetheNetworkSettingslineto"Manual";contact your localHarmanKardonservicecenter Nosoundfromsurroundor centerspeakers Unit...at www.harmankardon.com. 53 refer to the Network Playback section on page 37 for details Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVR 7550HD, or installation-related issues, may be found in the list of "Frequently Asked Questions", which is located in theform...
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.../Video,SACD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD player MediaServer,including HarmanKardonDMC1000 AVR 7550HD Source CBL/SAT DVD MediaServer Digital Audio Connection Analog Audio Connection Video Connections HDMI...4 N/A Optical1 HDMI3 CoaxialFront The Bridge II Resolution to theAVRatanytime. APPENDIX Appendix - and video-capable iPod models * Makethisconnectiononlywhen...
.../Video,SACD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD player MediaServer,including HarmanKardonDMC1000 AVR 7550HD Source CBL/SAT DVD MediaServer Digital Audio Connection Analog Audio Connection Video Connections HDMI...4 N/A Optical1 HDMI3 CoaxialFront The Bridge II Resolution to theAVRatanytime. APPENDIX Appendix - and video-capable iPod models * Makethisconnectiononlywhen...
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.../or other marksandlogosare trademarks,of the Blu-ray Disc Association. AVR 7550HD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Power Output 110wattsRMSperchannel(twochannels...;orHawaii. 68 Features, specifications and appearance are trademarksorregistered trademarksof Harman International Industries, Incorporated. Harman Kardon and Logic 7 are trademarks of HDMILicensingLLC. EzSet/EQ, Designed to be notified about new...
.../or other marksandlogosare trademarks,of the Blu-ray Disc Association. AVR 7550HD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Power Output 110wattsRMSperchannel(twochannels...;orHawaii. 68 Features, specifications and appearance are trademarksorregistered trademarksof Harman International Industries, Incorporated. Harman Kardon and Logic 7 are trademarks of HDMILicensingLLC. EzSet/EQ, Designed to be notified about new...