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AVR 1650/AVR 165
Advanced Functions, continued
Advanced Remote Control Programming
Remote Channel-Control Punch-Through
the punch-through feature allows you to operate one component while setting certain 
groups  of  controls  to  operate  another  component.  For  example,  while  using  the AVr 
controls for surround modes and other audio functions, you may also use the remote 
to operate the transport controls of your blu-ray disc player. or while using the remote 
to control video functions on your tV, you may also use the remote to change channels 
on your cable box.
to program punch-through control while operating any device:
For three seconds, press and hold the Source Selector button (or the AVr button) for 
1. 
the main device the remote will be operating. the program Indicator led will flash, 
indicating that the remote is in program mode and that you may release the button.
Select the type of punch-through programming.
2. 
to program volume-control punch-through, press the Volume up button.
a) 
to program channel-control punch-through, press the Volume down button.
b) 
to program transport-control punch-through, press the play transport-control button.
c) 
press the Source Selector button for the device whose volume, channel or transport-
3. 
controls you will use while operating the device selected in the first step. the program 
Indicator led will flash to confirm.
to undo punch-through programming, follow the same steps as above, but press the 
same Source Selector button in Steps 1 and 3.
You may reassign the transport-control punch-through programming for the AVr, VId2 
and VId3 devices to another device, such as a cd player. If you wish to remove transport-
control  punch-through  altogether  for  the AVr, VId2  or VId3  device,  follow  the  same 
procedure as for programming punch-through, but in Step 3 press either of the other 
two of these three special selector buttons. For example, to remove transport-control 
punch-through from the VId3 device so that pressing any of the transport controls will 
have no effect, press and hold the VId3 button until the program Indicator led flashes, 
then press the play button, followed by either the AVr or VId2 button.
Programming Macro Commands
each of the AVr remote’s four Macro buttons and the  power on button (see 
System 
remote control Functions, on pages 8 and 9) can be programmed to send out up to 
19 commands at one time from a single button push. Any AVr remote control button’s 
function from any mode (except the Mute button, the dim button and the channel up/
down buttons) can be programmed into a macro.
note: use caution when programming complicated macros. It isn’t possible to program 
a pause or delay before sending additional commands after a “power on” command, 
and  the  component  may  not  be  ready  to  respond  to  commands  immediately  after 
powering on.
to program a macro:
Simultaneously press one of the four Macro buttons, or the power on button, and the 
1. 
Mute button to enter the programming mode.
press in up to 19 commands that you want stored in that Macro button. press the Source 
2. 
Selector button for each device (or AVr button for the AVr itself) before you enter 
individual commands. this step counts as one of the 19 commands allowed for each 
Macro.
For the power on command, do not press the power on button. press the Mute button 
3. 
instead.
press the power off button to program the power off command.
4. 
press the Sleep button to end the programming process. 
5. 
It isn’t possible to “edit” a command within a macro. however, you may erase the macro 
as follows:
Simultaneously press and hold the Mute button and the Macro button containing the 
1. 
macro until the program Indicator led flashes.
press the channel down button to erase the macro.
2. 
to execute a macro, press the Macro button (or the power on button) into which you 
programmed the macro.
Recording
two-channel analog and digital audio signals, as well as composite video signals, are 
normally available at the appropriate recording output connectors. to make a recording, 
connect  your  audio  or  video  recorder  to  the  appropriate  AVr  output  connectors  as 
described in the 
Making connections section, insert blank media in the recorder and 
make sure the recorder is turned on and recording while the source is playing. refer to 
the recording device’s instructions for complete information about making recordings.
noteS:
the AVr does not convert analog signals to digital or vice versa.
1. 
only pcM digital audio signals are available for recording. proprietary formats such as 
2. 
the dolby digital and dtS bitstreams may not be recorded using the digital audio 
connections. use the analog audio connections to make an analog recording.
hdMI and component video sources are not available for recording.
3. 
please make certain that you are aware of any copyright restrictions on any material you 
4. 
record. unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials is prohibited by law.
Sleep Timer
the sleep timer sets the AVr to play for up to 90 minutes and then turn off automatically.
press the Sleep button on the remote, and the time until turn-off will be displayed on the 
front-panel Message display and on a connected tV. each additional press of the Sleep 
button decreases the play time by 10 minutes, with a maximum of 90 minutes. the 
Sleep oFF setting disables the sleep timer.
when the sleep timer has been set, the front-panel display will automatically dim to 
half brightness.
If you press the Sleep button after the timer has been set, the remaining play time will 
be displayed. press the Sleep button again to change the play time.
Resetting the Remote
to reset the remote to its factory-default condition, simultaneously press and hold any 
Source Selector button and the “0” number button. when the program Indicator led 
flashes amber, enter the code “333.” when the green led goes out, the remote control 
will be reset.
Processor Reset
If  the AVr  behaves  erratically  after  a  power  surge,  first  turn  off  the  rear-panel  Main 
power switch and unplug the Ac power cord for at least 3 minutes. plug the cord back 
in  and  turn  the AVr  on.  If  this  procedure  doesn’t  help,  reset  the AVr’s  processor  as 
described below.
note:  A  processor  reset  erases  all  user  configurations,  including  video  resolution, 
speaker and level settings, and tuner presets. After a reset, reenter all of these settings 
from your notes in the Appendix worksheets.
To reset the AVR’s processor:
press the front-panel Standby/on switch to place the unit in the Standby mode (the 
1. 
power Indicator led will turn amber).
press and hold the front-panel Surround Mode button for at least 5 seconds until the 
2. 
reSet message appears on the front-panel Message display.
If  the AVr  does  not  function  correctly  after  a  processor  reset,  contact  an  authorized 
harman kardon service center for assistance. Authorized service centers may be located 
by visiting our web site at www.harmankardon.com.
Memory
If the AVr is unplugged or experiences a power outage, it will retain your user settings 
for up to four weeks.
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AVR 1650/AVR 165
ENGL
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Cause
Solution
unit does not function when Main power switch is 
turned on
no Ac power
 
ensure that the power cord is plugged into a live Ac 
 
power outlet
check if the Ac outlet is switch-controlled
 
Front-panel Message display lights, but there's no 
sound or picture
Intermittent input connection
 
Mute is on
 
Volume control is turned down
 
Secure all input and speaker connections
 
press Mute button
 
turn up Volume control
 
no sound from any speaker; protect message 
appears on Message display
Amplifier is in protection mode due to possible short 
 
circuit
Amplifier is in protection mode due to internal problems
 
check all speaker wires at speaker and AVr 
 
connections for crossed wires
contact your local harman kardon service center
 
no sound from center or surround speakers
Incorrect surround mode
 
program material is monophonic
 
Incorrect speaker configuration
 
program material is stereo
 
Select a surround mode other than stereo
 
Mono programs contain no surround information
 
check the speaker configuration in the setup menu
 
the surround decoder may not create center- or 
 
surround-channel information from nonencoded stereo 
programs
unit does not respond to remote control commands
weak batteries in remote
 
AVr not selected
 
remote sensor is obscured
 
change batteries in remote
 
press the Setup/AVr button
 
ensure that the AVr’s front-panel remote sensor is in 
 
the line of sight of the remote
Intermittent buzzing in tuner
local interference
 
Move the AVr or antenna away from computers, 
 
fluorescent lights, motors or other electrical appliances
unable to activate remote control programming mode
Source Selector button is not held for at least 3 seconds
 
be sure to hold the Source Selector button for at least 
 
3 seconds
Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVr and installation-related issues may be found in the list of “Frequently Asked questions,” which is located in the product 
Support section of our web site: www.harmankardon.com
Troubleshooting
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AVR 1650/AVR 165
Specifications
Specifications
Audio Section
Stereo power:
95w per channel, two 
channels driven @ 8 ohms, 
20hz – 20khz, <0,07% 
thd
Multichannel power:
95w per channel, two 
channels driven @ 8 ohms, 
20hz – 20khz, <0,07% 
thd
Input sensitivity/impedance:
200mV/47k ohms
Signal-to-noise ratio (IhF-A):
100db
Surround system adjacent-channel separation:
dolby pro logic/plII: 40db 
dolby digital: 55db  
dtS: 55db
Frequency response:
10hz – 130khz
(+0db/–3db)
high instantaneous-current capability (hcc): 
±25 amps
transient intermodulation distortion (tIM):
unmeasurable
Slew rate:
40V/μsec
FM Tuner Section
Frequency range:
87.5 – 108.0Mhz
usable sensitivity IhF:
1.3μV/13.2dbf
Signal-to-noise ratio (mono/stereo):
70db/68db
distortion (mono/stereo):
0.2%/0.3%
Stereo separation:
40db @ 1khz
Selectivity (±400khz):
70db
Image rejection:
80db
IF rejection:
90db
AM Tuner Section
Frequency range:
520 – 1720khz
Signal-to-noise ratio:
45db
usable sensitivity (loop):
500μV
distortion (1khz, 50% mod):
0.8%
Selectivity (±10khz):
30db
Video Section
television format:
ntSc (AVr 1650); 
pAl (AVr 165)
Input level/impedance:
1Vp-p/75 ohms
output level/impedance:
1Vp-p/75 ohms
Video frequency response (composite video):
10hz – 8Mhz (–3db)
hdMI:
Version 1.4a with 12-bit  
deep color
General Specifications
power requirement:
120V Ac/60hz  
(AVr 1650);  
220V – 240V Ac/50hz – 60hz 
(AVr 165)
power consumption:
<0.5w (standby);  
280w maximum 
dimensions (w x h x d)
17-5/16" x 6-1/2" x 17-1/8" 
(440mm x 165mm x 435mm)
weight
20 lb (9.1kg)
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AVR 1650/AVR 165
ENGL
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Source
DVD
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
HDMI 3
HDMI 4
Video 1
Video 2
Bridge
Aux
CD
Tape
Tuner
TV
title
brIdge
tuner
Audio Input
coAx 1
hdMI
hdMI
hdMI
hdMI
AnAlog
optIcAl 
1
the 
brIdge 
IIIp
AnAlog
AnAlog
AnAlog
Int. 
tuner
optIcAl 
1
Auto poll
on
oFF
oFF
oFF
oFF
oFF
on
– –
oFF
oFF
on
– –
oFF
Surround Mode
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
MoVIe
logIc 7 
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MoVIe
Table A2 – Source Setting Defaults
Device Type
AVR Source
Audio Connections
Video Connections
cable tV, Satellite, hdtV or other device that 
delivers television programs
Video 1
Video 1 Analog inputs
 
optical 1 Input (if not in use with hdMI 3
 
composite Video 1 Input
Vcr, dVr, pVr, or other audio/video recorder
Video 2
Video 2 Analog (inputs and outputs)
 
Any one available coaxial or optical digital audio 
 
input with corresponding coax digital output
composite Video 2 Input
 
For recording, use composite Video 2 output
 
dVd player, blu-ray disc player
dVd or hdMI (for 
blu-ray disc)
dVd Analog Inputs
 
coax 1 Input
 
dVd component Video Input
 
hdMI-capable disc player, game console or 
other audio/video device
hdMI 1
hdMI 1 Input
 
hdMI 1 Input
 
hdMI-capable disc player, game console or 
other audio/video device
hdMI 2
hdMI 2 Input
 
hdMI 2 Input
 
hdMI-capable disc player, game console or 
other audio/video device
hdMI 3
hdMI 3 Input
 
hdMI 3 Input
 
hdMI-capable disc player, game console or 
other audio/video device
hdMI 4
hdMI 4 Input
 
hdMI 4 Input
 
portable audio device
Aux
Aux Input on front panel
 
not required
 
cd player
cd
cd Analog Inputs
 
Any one available coaxial or optical digital audio 
 
input
not required
 
cd-r, Minidisc, cassette
tape
tape Analog (inputs and outputs)
 
Any one available coaxial or optical digital audio 
 
input
use corresponding optical digital output
 
not required
 
ipod or iphone
bridge
the bridge IIIp
 
not required
 
note: the AVr is equipped with a total of three digital audio inputs. certain digital audio connections are recommended simply because those digital audio inputs are assigned to those sources by 
default at the factory. but any digital audio input may be reassigned to any source. Since you may not be using all of the AVr's sources, you may reassign a digital audio input that is recommended 
for a source you aren’t using to another device. table A1 is a guideline; you may need to make adjustments to fit your system.
Table A1 – Recommended Source Component Connections
Appendix – Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes
Appendix
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