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24 REMOTE CONTROL

The AVR 100RDS includes a powerful remote
control that is preset to operate all AVR
functions and most Harman Kardon products like
cassette decks and CD or DVD player. All
functions controllable by the AVR 100RDS
remote are listed in the table on page 25. Each
button is numbered in the same way as on the
remote picture beside. Note that the functions
for CD, Tape and DVD work only after the
corresponding Device selector button a
was pressed. An arrow ”fi” in the table
means that this button still operates the original
function on the AVR.

Note that the numbers used to describe the
button functions on page 25 for the purposes of
describing how a button operates are a different
set of numbers than those used in the rest of
this manual to describe the button functions for
the AVR.

Using the Remote with a Harman Kardon
CD-R Recorder/Player
The AVR’s remote is programmed to operate
Harman Kardon CD-R products, and you have a
choice of having those commands work with
either the “Tape” or “CD” Device Selector
a. The choice of which is used should mirror
where the CD-R is connected, as pressing the
Device Selector will also choose an input source
for the AVR.

If you have connected a Harman Kardon CD-R to
the Tape Inputs •, press the Tape Device
Selector a and the “2” Numeric Key o
at the same time. Release them and the
Program/Command Indicator

blinks

twice. To return the code functions to operate a
Harman Kardon cassette deck, press the Tape
Device Selector a and the “1” Numeric
Key o at the same time. Release them and
the Program/Command Indicator

blinks

once, and the Tape control functions will be
restored.

If you have connected a Harman Kardon CD-R to
the CD Inputs ¶, press the CD Device
Selector a and the “2” Numeric Key o
at the same time. Release them and the
Program/Command Indicator

blinks

twice. To return the code functions to operate a
Harman Kardon CD player, press the CD Device
Selector a and the “1” Numeric Key o
at the same time. Release them and the
Program/Command Indicator

blinks

once, and the CD control functions will be
restored.

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FUNCTION LIST  25

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26 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Unit does not function when Main

• No AC Power

• Make certain AC power cord is plugged 

Power Switch is pushed

into a live outlet

• Check to see if outlet is switch controlled

Display lights, but no sound 

• Intermittent input connections

• Make certain that all input and speaker 

or picture

connections are secure

• Mute is on

• Press Mute button ı

• Volume control is down

• Turn up volume control

No sound from any speaker;

• Amplifier is in protection mode

• Check speaker-wire connections for shorts at receiver 

Light around power switch is red

due to possible short

and speaker ends

• Amplifier is in protection mode 

• Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot

due to internal problems

No sound from surround or 

• Incorrect surround mode

• Select a mode other than Stereo

center speakers

• Incorrect configuration

• Check speaker mode 

• Stereo or Mono program material

• In Dolby Pro Logic Mode the surround decoder may not 

create rear-channel 
information from nonencoded programs

• Speakers not properly connected

• Check speaker wire connections or use test tone

to verify connections (see page 17)

Unit does not respond to 

• Weak batteries in remote

• Change remote batteries

remote commands

• Wrong device selected

• Press the AVR selector

• Remote sensor is obscured

• Make certain front-panel sensor is visible to remote or 

connect remote sensor

Intermittent buzzing in tuner

• Local interference

• Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent lights,

motors or other electrical appliances

In the rare case where the unit’s operation or
the displays seem abnormal, the cause may
involve the erratic operation of the system’s
memory or microprocessor.

To correct this problem, first unplug the unit
from the AC wall outlet and wait at least three
minutes. After the pause, reconnect the AC
power cord and check the unit’s operation. If
the system still malfunctions, a system reset
may clear the problem.

To clear the AVR 100RDS’s entire system
memory including tuner presets, output level
settings, delay times and speaker configuration
data, first turn the unit off by pressing and
releasing the Main Power Switch 1 so that
it pops out from its normal recessed position.

Next, press and hold the CD ! and Vid 2 #
buttons while pushing in the Main Power
Switch 1 to turn the unit back on, the display
will read RESET to confirm the clearing of the
memory. Note that once you have cleared the
memory in this manner, it is necessary to re-
establish all system configuration settings and
tuner presets.

NOTE: Resetting the processor will erase any
configuration settings you have made for
speakers, output levels, surround modes, digital
input assignments as well as the tuner presets.
After a reset the unit will be returned to the
factory presets, and all settings for these items
must be reentered.

If the system is still operating incorrectly, there
may have been an electronic discharge or
severe AC line interference that has corrupted
the memory or microprocessor.

If these steps do not solve the problem, consult
an authorized Harman Kardon service depot.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  27

Audio Section
Stereo Mode 
Continuous Average Power (FTC)

55 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz,
@ < 0.08% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms

Five-Channel Surround Modes 
Power Per Individual Channel

Front L&R channels:
45 Watts per channel,
@ < 0.08% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Center channel:
45 Watts, @ < 0.08% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Surround channels:
45 Watts per channel,
@ < 0.08% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High Level)

250mV/47k ohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A)

90dB

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Pro Logic mode

40dB

Frequency Response 

@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB)

10Hz–120kHz

High Instantaneous 
Current Capability (HCC)

±30 Amps

Transient Intermodulation 
Distortion (TIM) 

0.08%

(20Hz – 20kHz)

Slew Rate

40V/µsec

Frequency Range

87.5–108MHz

Usable Sensitivity

IHF 1.1µV/12.2dBf

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Mono/Stereo 70/65dB (DIN)

Stereo Separation

35dB @ 1kHz

Selectivity

±300kHz: 65dB

Image Rejection

70dB

IF Rejection

80dB

Tuner Output Level

1kHz, ±75kHz Dev: 500mV

Frequency Range

520–1611kHz

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

40dB

Usable Sensitivity

Loop 500µV/m

Distortion

1kHz, 50% Mod: 1%

Selectivity

±9kHz, 30dB

Video Format

NTSC/PAL

Input Level/Impedance

1Vp-p/75 ohms

Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms
Video Frequency 

10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)

Response

Power Requirement

AC 230V/50Hz

Power Consumption

550W maximum

Dimensions (Max)

Width

440mm

Height

156mm

Depth

400mm

Weight

11.5 kg

Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections.
Height measurement includes feet and chassis.
All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the digital revolution is a
trademark, of Harman Kardon, Inc.

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the Double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished
Works. ©1992–1999 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

†UltraStereo is a trademark of UltraStereo Corp.