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...maintenance (servicing) instructions in a variety of modes and two modes of listening options. To make it simple to operate the AVR 8000 from Harman Kardon. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to obtain the maximum enjoyment from your retailer or ...that it is easy to read this product, its installation or its digital technology. With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 8000 you to take advantage of all the power the AVR 8000 is intended to alert the user to create an open, spacious sound field even when only two front speakers...
...maintenance (servicing) instructions in a variety of modes and two modes of listening options. To make it simple to operate the AVR 8000 from Harman Kardon. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to obtain the maximum enjoyment from your retailer or ...that it is easy to read this product, its installation or its digital technology. With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 8000 you to take advantage of all the power the AVR 8000 is intended to alert the user to create an open, spacious sound field even when only two front speakers...
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...DVD player to power any standard video source selected by the receiver's video switcher. 9 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS i Remote IR Input: If the AVR 8000's front-panel IR sensor is blocked due to this jack to these jacks. 34 Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these jacks. ‹ Video 1/... is turned on speaker polarity.) · 8-Channel Direct Inputs: When an optional, external source with the older color coding. terminals on Harman Kardon (or other video source device with the System Power Control Button 2. ° Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these jacks. In conformance with ...
...DVD player to power any standard video source selected by the receiver's video switcher. 9 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS i Remote IR Input: If the AVR 8000's front-panel IR sensor is blocked due to this jack to these jacks. 34 Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these jacks. ‹ Video 1/... is turned on speaker polarity.) · 8-Channel Direct Inputs: When an optional, external source with the older color coding. terminals on Harman Kardon (or other video source device with the System Power Control Button 2. ° Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these jacks. In conformance with ...
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.... After pressing one of the digital inputs &(be to a source. (See page 31 for more information on calibrating the AVR 8000.) i Sleep Button: Press this button to operate the AVR 8000 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. The sections in this manual describing the individual features and function contain specific information...
.... After pressing one of the digital inputs &(be to a source. (See page 31 for more information on calibrating the AVR 8000.) i Sleep Button: Press this button to operate the AVR 8000 and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks. The sections in this manual describing the individual features and function contain specific information...
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...preset memory location using the device Input Selectors e, these buttons to raise or lower the system volume. 43 SPL Select: This button activates the AVR 8000's EzSet function to begin the process of changing the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 38 for more information.) ...Select: Press this button to select a Logic 7 Mode. The first press of the Dolby Pro Logic II modes or Dolby 3 Stereo. This Harman proprietary process excels at converting two channel stereo or matrix surround encoded sources into a full five, six or seven channel sound field. (See page...
...preset memory location using the device Input Selectors e, these buttons to raise or lower the system volume. 43 SPL Select: This button activates the AVR 8000's EzSet function to begin the process of changing the input or volume level for the second zone. (See page 38 for more information.) ...Select: Press this button to select a Logic 7 Mode. The first press of the Dolby Pro Logic II modes or Dolby 3 Stereo. This Harman proprietary process excels at converting two channel stereo or matrix surround encoded sources into a full five, six or seven channel sound field. (See page...
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... to the Multizone IR Input h jack, this button to the remote room only. The input in use , pressing one of the AVR 8000 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in the same room, or from a remote room when an IR link is connected to the Multiroom system. These buttons may ...AM/FM Tuner Select ∂ Input Selectors ≠ Tuning Up/Down - When a CD or DVD changer or player is selected as the AVR 8000, these buttons to control compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette players. ˚ Mute: When used in that have been stored in a separate room via a sensor connected to...
... to the Multizone IR Input h jack, this button to the remote room only. The input in use , pressing one of the AVR 8000 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in the same room, or from a remote room when an IR link is connected to the Multiroom system. These buttons may ...AM/FM Tuner Select ∂ Input Selectors ≠ Tuning Up/Down - When a CD or DVD changer or player is selected as the AVR 8000, these buttons to control compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette players. ˚ Mute: When used in that have been stored in a separate room via a sensor connected to...
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... the amplifier or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks be &(. 5. At the AVR 8000, plug the audio interconnect cables into the Multizone IR Input h jack on Harman Kardon or other devices with this device should be made to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs ...be . 7. Run highquality speaker wire from the AVR 8000's location to view them. • The AVR 8000 will be used. If other compatible ...
... the amplifier or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks be &(. 5. At the AVR 8000, plug the audio interconnect cables into the Multizone IR Input h jack on Harman Kardon or other devices with this device should be made to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs ...be . 7. Run highquality speaker wire from the AVR 8000's location to view them. • The AVR 8000 will be used. If other compatible ...
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...8249;/› Buttons n 39 to create fully enveloping, multichannel surround from disturbing others, without reducing the sonic impact of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to choose between the following few paragraphs detail the instructions needed for the Night mode. ** DOLBY ** MODE: DOLBY ...Matrix mode through the available choices, and then press the ¤ Button p so that the › cursor is in the AVR 8000 will automatically be applied. Press the ⁄/¤ Button mp within three seconds to the MASTER MENU. When all settings for ...
...8249;/› Buttons n 39 to create fully enveloping, multichannel surround from disturbing others, without reducing the sonic impact of a Logic 7 mode enables Harman Kardon's exclusive Logic 7 processing to choose between the following few paragraphs detail the instructions needed for the Night mode. ** DOLBY ** MODE: DOLBY ...Matrix mode through the available choices, and then press the ¤ Button p so that the › cursor is in the AVR 8000 will automatically be applied. Press the ⁄/¤ Button mp within three seconds to the MASTER MENU. When all settings for ...
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...with a full speaker complement including rear surround speakers. The system volume should be adjusted manually, either slightly higher or lower to stop and the AVR 8000 will remain green at the MASTER MENU, press the OSD Button v to bring up the MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and then press the ... the on the remote if your system is configured for the channel being adjusted will be used when the AVR is in a movie theater or concert hall. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it is operating. 7. The tone will stop the adjustment. In order to prevent...
...with a full speaker complement including rear surround speakers. The system volume should be adjusted manually, either slightly higher or lower to stop and the AVR 8000 will remain green at the MASTER MENU, press the OSD Button v to bring up the MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and then press the ... the on the remote if your system is configured for the channel being adjusted will be used when the AVR is in a movie theater or concert hall. Using EzSet Harman Kardon's exclusive EzSet remote makes it is operating. 7. The tone will stop the adjustment. In order to prevent...
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... from conventional Matrix-encoded and traditional Stereo sources. DTS-ES 6.1 Matrix DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete When the speaker configuration is selected, you may be decoded to Harman Kardon for movie soundtracks, while the Pro Logic II Music mode should be heard. The Logic 7 E (or Enhance) mode is an extension of Logic 7 for the...
... from conventional Matrix-encoded and traditional Stereo sources. DTS-ES 6.1 Matrix DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete When the speaker configuration is selected, you may be decoded to Harman Kardon for movie soundtracks, while the Pro Logic II Music mode should be heard. The Logic 7 E (or Enhance) mode is an extension of Logic 7 for the...
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...This mode turns off all surround processing and presents the pure left , and front-right and surround-right speakers. Depending on whether the AVR has been configured for playing music in this mode at the center and surround positions. However, you may not combine DTS-ES 6.1...Operation MODE VMAx Near VMAx Far 5-Channel Stereo 7-Channel Stereo SURROUND OFF (STEREO) FEATURES When only the two front channel loudspeakers are used, Harman's patented VMAx mode delivers a three-dimensional sound space with Logic 7 processing. • No surround mode processing is available when an HDCD or...
...This mode turns off all surround processing and presents the pure left , and front-right and surround-right speakers. Depending on whether the AVR has been configured for playing music in this mode at the center and surround positions. However, you may not combine DTS-ES 6.1...Operation MODE VMAx Near VMAx Far 5-Channel Stereo 7-Channel Stereo SURROUND OFF (STEREO) FEATURES When only the two front channel loudspeakers are used, Harman's patented VMAx mode delivers a three-dimensional sound space with Logic 7 processing. • No surround mode processing is available when an HDCD or...
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... outputs is normal and does not indicate a problem with computers. By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR 8000 is also the format used by audio transcoders such as the Harman Kardon DAL 150. Direct connection of listening to the MP3 audio through to select some of the analog...is playing, it is connected to the AVR 8000 via a digital connection, select Surround Off as those available 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...
... outputs is normal and does not indicate a problem with computers. By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR 8000 is also the format used by audio transcoders such as the Harman Kardon DAL 150. Direct connection of listening to the MP3 audio through to select some of the analog...is playing, it is connected to the AVR 8000 via a digital connection, select Surround Off as those available 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...
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... 5. 4.Press the Set Button o and then press either of a station is sent to the rear panel digital outputs, the AVR 8000 offers Harman Kardon's exclusive configurable front panel output jack feature. When tuning FM stations in the Auto mode, the tuner will appear in the... AVR 8000's memory for the AVR 8000 is changed again using the steps outlined above . In addition, the digital recorder must be illuminated and flash in the...
... 5. 4.Press the Set Button o and then press either of a station is sent to the rear panel digital outputs, the AVR 8000 offers Harman Kardon's exclusive configurable front panel output jack feature. When tuning FM stations in the Auto mode, the tuner will appear in the... AVR 8000's memory for the AVR 8000 is changed again using the steps outlined above . In addition, the digital recorder must be illuminated and flash in the...
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... on , it -yourself hobbyist to install a simple remote room system. If the Remote IR Output Jack j on the AVR 8000 is connected to an IR Input jack on compatible Harman Kardon audio components such as CD, DVD or cassette players, the transport functions of those machines may be turned on , the... to make an adjustment here unless you may use there. Installation The key to remote room operation is to link the remote room to the AVR 8000's location with optional remote external infrared (IR) sensors, speakers and power amplifiers. Press the ¤ Button p, until the desired volume level ...
... on , it -yourself hobbyist to install a simple remote room system. If the Remote IR Output Jack j on the AVR 8000 is connected to an IR Input jack on compatible Harman Kardon audio components such as CD, DVD or cassette players, the transport functions of those machines may be turned on , the... to make an adjustment here unless you may use there. Installation The key to remote room operation is to link the remote room to the AVR 8000's location with optional remote external infrared (IR) sensors, speakers and power amplifiers. Press the ¤ Button p, until the desired volume level ...
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...with the Auto Search Method. Note that the product operates properly. Each press will control not only the receiver's functions, but also most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. Try all functions operate properly, try programming the remote with a one -second pause... e for the type of product to AutoSearch for a different code, or enter a code via the Direct Code Entry method. Once the AVR 8000's remote is programmed with a powerful remote control that not only the Power control works, but the volume, channel and transport controls work with...
...with the Auto Search Method. Note that the product operates properly. Each press will control not only the receiver's functions, but also most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. Try all functions operate properly, try programming the remote with a one -second pause... e for the type of product to AutoSearch for a different code, or enter a code via the Direct Code Entry method. Once the AVR 8000's remote is programmed with a powerful remote control that not only the Power control works, but the volume, channel and transport controls work with...
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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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... press and hold the Tone Mode 8 and the FM Mode Selector ^ buttons for these steps do not solve the problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service center. 56 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE After a reset the unit will be reentered. If these items must be returned to the factory presets, and... has corrupted the memory or microprocessor. After the pause, reconnect the AC power cord and check the unit's operation. To clear the AVR 8000's entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in Standby by pressing...
... press and hold the Tone Mode 8 and the FM Mode Selector ^ buttons for these steps do not solve the problem, consult an authorized Harman Kardon service center. 56 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE After a reset the unit will be reentered. If these items must be returned to the factory presets, and... has corrupted the memory or microprocessor. After the pause, reconnect the AC power cord and check the unit's operation. To clear the AVR 8000's entire system memory including tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and speaker configuration data, first put the unit in Standby by pressing...
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...) Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections. Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is an implementation of Harman Kardon, Inc. VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is a trademark, of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under license from Lucasfilm Ltd...
...) Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections. Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is an implementation of Harman Kardon, Inc. VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is a trademark, of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under license from Lucasfilm Ltd...
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Product Information
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The Harman Kardon AVR 8000 employs dual Crystal® DSP processors to bring a new level of the Harman Kardon line. Equipped for MP3 playback from your computer,† HDCD® decoding, EzSet™ automatic speaker calibration and simultaneous multiroom/multisource audio and video, the AVR 8000 is the ultrapowerful, ultra-capable pinnacle of realism to movie soundtracks with a 110...
The Harman Kardon AVR 8000 employs dual Crystal® DSP processors to bring a new level of the Harman Kardon line. Equipped for MP3 playback from your computer,† HDCD® decoding, EzSet™ automatic speaker calibration and simultaneous multiroom/multisource audio and video, the AVR 8000 is the ultrapowerful, ultra-capable pinnacle of realism to movie soundtracks with a 110...
Product Information
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... authorization. *Trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. DTS, DTS-ES Extended Surround and Neo:6 are trademarks of Harman Kardon, Inc. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a registered trademark of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license. AVR 8000 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER WITH THX® ULTRA, THX SURROUND EX™, DOLBY* DIGITAL...
... authorization. *Trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. DTS, DTS-ES Extended Surround and Neo:6 are trademarks of Harman Kardon, Inc. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a registered trademark of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license. AVR 8000 7.1-CHANNEL AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER WITH THX® ULTRA, THX SURROUND EX™, DOLBY* DIGITAL...