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AVR 300 RDS Audio/Video Receiver
OWNER’S MANUAL
AVR 300 RDS
CD
TAPE
DVD
VID 1
VID 2
VID 3
6 CH
AM/FM
PRESET SCAN
RDS
Hall 1
Hall 2
THEATER
SURR. OFF
PRESET
TUNING
Phones
Power
R
L
Max
Min
Max
Min
Bass
Treble
Balance
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Speaker Multi Room Dig. Select
Delay
DIGITAL
PRO LOGIC
3-STEREO
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COAX
Power for the digital revolution.
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3
Introduction
4
Safety Information
5
Front-Panel Controls
7
Front-Panel Information Display
9
Rear-Panel Connections
11
Remote Control Functions
14
Installation and Connections
14
Audio Equipement Connections
14
Video Equipement Connections
15
Scart A/V Connections
16
System and Power Connections
17
System Configuration
17
Speaker Selection and Placement
18
System Set up
18
Using the On-Screen Display
18
Speaker Configuration
19
Output Level Adjustment
20
Delay Settings
22
Operation
22
Basic Operation
22
Using the On-Screen Display
23
Source Selection
23
Controls
23
Volume Setting
23
Surround-Mode Selection
24
Surround-Mode Chart
24
Digital Audio Playback
26
Tuner Operation
27
RDS Operation
28
Tape Recording
29
Output-Level Trim Adjustment
29
6-Channel Direct Input
29
Memory Backup
30
Multiroom Operation
31
Programming the Remote
31
Direct-Code Entry
31
Auto-Search Method
31
Code Readout
32
Programmed Device Functions
32
Macro Programming
33
Volume Punch-Through
33
Reassigning Device Control
Selectors
Selectors
34
Function List
35
Setup Code Tables: CD
35
Setup Code Tables: DVD
35
Setup Code Tables: LD
35
Setup Code Tables: CABLE
36
Setup Code Tables: SAT
37
Setup Code Tables: TV
39
Setup Code Tables: VCR
41
Troubleshooting Guide
41
Processor Reset
42
Technical Specifications
Table of Contents
Typographical Conventions
In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel
connections, certain conventions have been used.
In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel
connections, certain conventions have been used.
EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel
connection jack
connection jack
EXAMPLE
– (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information
display
1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control
0 – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote
¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection
¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection
A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel display
Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer International
2, route de Tours
72500 Château-du-Loir,
FRANCE
72500 Château-du-Loir,
FRANCE
declare in own responsibility, that the product described in
this owner’s manual is in compliance with technical stan-
dards:
this owner’s manual is in compliance with technical stan-
dards:
EN 55013/6.1990
EN 55020/12.1994
EN 60065:1993
EN 61000-3-2/4.1995
Carsten Olesen
Harman Kardon Europe A/S
3 INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR 300 RDS you are about to begin many
years of listening enjoyment. The AVR 300 RDS
has been custom designed to provide all the
excitement and detail of movie sound tracks and
every nuance of musical selections. With
onboard Dolby* Digital and DTS
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR 300 RDS you are about to begin many
years of listening enjoyment. The AVR 300 RDS
has been custom designed to provide all the
excitement and detail of movie sound tracks and
every nuance of musical selections. With
onboard Dolby* Digital and DTS
†
Decoding, the
AVR 300 RDS delivers six discrete channels of
audio that take advantage of the digital sound
tracks from the latest DVD and LD releases and
Digital Television broadcasts.
audio that take advantage of the digital sound
tracks from the latest DVD and LD releases and
Digital Television broadcasts.
While complex digital systems are hard at work
within the AVR 300 RDS to make all of this
happen, hookup and operation are simple.
Color-keyed connections, a programmable
remote control, and on-screen menus make the
AVR 300 RDS easy to use. To obtain the
maximum enjoyment from your new receiver,
we urge you to take a few minutes to read
through this manual. This will ensure that
connections to speakers, source playback units
and other external devices are made properly. In
addition, a few minutes spent learning the
functions of the various controls will enable you
to take advantage of all the power the AVR 300
RDS is able to deliver.
within the AVR 300 RDS to make all of this
happen, hookup and operation are simple.
Color-keyed connections, a programmable
remote control, and on-screen menus make the
AVR 300 RDS easy to use. To obtain the
maximum enjoyment from your new receiver,
we urge you to take a few minutes to read
through this manual. This will ensure that
connections to speakers, source playback units
and other external devices are made properly. In
addition, a few minutes spent learning the
functions of the various controls will enable you
to take advantage of all the power the AVR 300
RDS is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its
installation or its operation, please contactyour
dealer, he is your best local source of
information.
installation or its operation, please contactyour
dealer, he is your best local source of
information.
Description and Features
The AVR 300 RDS is a full-featured A/V receiver,
incorporating a wide variety of listening
options. In addition to Dolby Digital and DTS
decoding, Dolby Pro Logic* and Dolby 3 Stereo
are available for compatibility with the tens of
thousands of movies and television programs
encoded with analog surround information. In
addition, specially programmed Theater and
Hall modes are available to enhance the
enjoyment of conventional two-channel stereo
and even mono recordings.
The AVR 300 RDS is a full-featured A/V receiver,
incorporating a wide variety of listening
options. In addition to Dolby Digital and DTS
decoding, Dolby Pro Logic* and Dolby 3 Stereo
are available for compatibility with the tens of
thousands of movies and television programs
encoded with analog surround information. In
addition, specially programmed Theater and
Hall modes are available to enhance the
enjoyment of conventional two-channel stereo
and even mono recordings.
A total of four audio/video inputs, three of them
with both composite and S-Video, as well as two
additional audio-only inputs and separate 6
Channel Direct Inputs, are selected through a
progammable remote control and an easy-to-
read front-panel display or on-screen graphics
through a TV monitor. Multiroom operation is
available with independent source and volume
selection.
with both composite and S-Video, as well as two
additional audio-only inputs and separate 6
Channel Direct Inputs, are selected through a
progammable remote control and an easy-to-
read front-panel display or on-screen graphics
through a TV monitor. Multiroom operation is
available with independent source and volume
selection.
The AVR 300 RDS’s powerful amplifier uses
traditional Harman Kardon high-current design
technologies to meet the wide dynamic range of
any program selection.
traditional Harman Kardon high-current design
technologies to meet the wide dynamic range of
any program selection.
Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity
receiver over forty-five years ago. With state-of-
the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR 300 RDS is one of the finest
receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon in its
price class.
receiver over forty-five years ago. With state-of-
the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR 300 RDS is one of the finest
receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon in its
price class.
■ Onboard Dolby Digital and
DTS Decoding
■ Coax and Optical Digital Inputs and
Outputs
■ On-Screen Displays
■ Programmable Remote Control
■ Composite and S-Video Switching
■ Complete Multiroom Control
■ 6-Channel Direct Input and Preamp
■ Programmable Remote Control
■ Composite and S-Video Switching
■ Complete Multiroom Control
■ 6-Channel Direct Input and Preamp
Output for ALL Channels Permits Ease
of Expansion
of Expansion
■ RDS-compatible tuner displays data
information on FM broadcasts
4 SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR 300 RDS has been designed for use
with 220-240-volt AC current. Connection to a
line voltage other than that for which it is
intended can create a safety and fire hazard and
may damage the unit.
Your AVR 300 RDS has been designed for use
with 220-240-volt AC current. Connection to a
line voltage other than that for which it is
intended can create a safety and fire hazard and
may damage the unit.
If you have any questions about the voltage
requirements for your specific model, or about the
line voltage in your area, contact your selling
dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
requirements for your specific model, or about the
line voltage in your area, contact your selling
dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord
attached to your unit. We do not recommend
that extension cords be used with this product.
As with all electrical devices, do not run power
cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy
objects on them. Damaged power cords should
be replaced immediately with cords meeting
factory specifications.
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord
attached to your unit. We do not recommend
that extension cords be used with this product.
As with all electrical devices, do not run power
cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy
objects on them. Damaged power cords should
be replaced immediately with cords meeting
factory specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC
outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord.
If you do not intend to use the unit for any
considerable length of time, disconnect the plug
from the AC outlet.
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC
outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord.
If you do not intend to use the unit for any
considerable length of time, disconnect the plug
from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components inside
this product. Opening the cabinet may present a
shock hazard, and any modification to the
product will void your guarantee. If water or any
metal object such as a paper clip, wire or a
staple accidentally falls inside the unit,
disconnect it from the AC power source
immediately, and consult an authorized service
station.
There are no user-serviceable components inside
this product. Opening the cabinet may present a
shock hazard, and any modification to the
product will void your guarantee. If water or any
metal object such as a paper clip, wire or a
staple accidentally falls inside the unit,
disconnect it from the AC power source
immediately, and consult an authorized service
station.
Installation Location
■ To assure proper operation and to avoid the
■ To assure proper operation and to avoid the
potential for safety hazards, place the unit on
a firm and level surface. When placing the
unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and
any mounting hardware can support the
weight of the product.
a firm and level surface. When placing the
unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and
any mounting hardware can support the
weight of the product.
■ Make certain that proper space is provided
both above and below the unit for ventilation.
If this product will be installed in a cabinet or
other enclosed area, make certain that there
is sufficient air movement within the cabinet.
Under some circumstances a fan may be
required.
If this product will be installed in a cabinet or
other enclosed area, make certain that there
is sufficient air movement within the cabinet.
Under some circumstances a fan may be
required.
■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted
surface.
■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold
locations, or an area that is exposed to direct
sunlight or heating equipment.
sunlight or heating equipment.
■ Avoid moist or humid locations.
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the
top of the unit, or place objects directly over
them.
them.
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean,
soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft
cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a
fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry
immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene,
aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other
volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive
cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal
parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean,
soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft
cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a
fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry
immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene,
aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other
volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive
cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal
parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.
Moving the Unit
Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect
any interconnection cords with other
components, and make certain that you
disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.
Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect
any interconnection cords with other
components, and make certain that you
disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.
Unpacking
The carton and shipping materials used to pro-
tect your new receiver during shipment were
specially designed to cushion it from shock and
vibration. We suggest that you save the carton
and packing materials for use in shipping if you
move, or should the unit ever need repair.
tect your new receiver during shipment were
specially designed to cushion it from shock and
vibration. We suggest that you save the carton
and packing materials for use in shipping if you
move, or should the unit ever need repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in storage,
you may wish to flatten it. This is done by care-
fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and
collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts
may be stored in the same manner. Packing
materials that cannot be collapsed should be
saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.
you may wish to flatten it. This is done by care-
fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and
collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts
may be stored in the same manner. Packing
materials that cannot be collapsed should be
saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the packaging materi-
als, please note that the carton and other sec-
tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.
Please respect the environment and discard
those materials at a local recycling center.
als, please note that the carton and other sec-
tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.
Please respect the environment and discard
those materials at a local recycling center.
