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AVR 3550 Audio/Video Receiver
OWNER’S MANUAL
AVR 3550
AM/FM
RDS
Power for the Digital Revolution
™
®
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Introduction
4 Safety Information
4
4 Safety Information
4
Unpacking
5 Front Panel Controls
7 Front Panel Information Display
9 Rear Panel Connections
7 Front Panel Information Display
9 Rear Panel Connections
11 Remote Control Functions
14 Installation and Connections
14
14 Installation and Connections
14
Audio Equipment Connections
14
Video Equipment Connections
15
SCART A/V Connections
16
Remote Control Extension
16
AC Power Connections
17
Speaker Selection and Placement
18 System Configuration
18
18
First Turn On and Use of the OSD
18
Settings to be Made
With Each Input Used
With Each Input Used
19
Input Setup
19
Surround Setup
19
Adjustments for Other Inputs
20 Making Settings independent of
selected Input
20
Speaker Setup
21
Delay Settings
22
Night Mode Settings
22
Output Level Adjustment
22
Using EzSet
23
Manual Output Level Adjustment
25 Operation
25
25
Basic Operation
25
Source Selection
25
Controls and Use of Headphones
26
Surround Mode Chart
27
Surround Mode Selection
27
Digital Audio Playback
28
Selecting a Digital Source
28
Digital Status Indicators
29
Night Mode
29
Tape Recording
30
Output Level Trim Adjustment
30
6-Channel Direct Input
30
Memory Backup
31
Tuner Operation
32
RDS Operation
33 Advanced Features
33
33
Display Brightness
33
Turn-On Volume Level
34
Semi OSD Settings
34
Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment
35 Programming the Remote
35
35
Programming the Remote with Codes
35
Macro Programming
36
Programmed Device Function
36
Volume Punch-Through
37
Channel Control Punch-Through
37
Transport Control Punch-Through
37
Resetting the Remote Memory
38 Function List
40 Troubleshooting Guide
40
40 Troubleshooting Guide
40
Processor Reset
41 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
– (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection
0 – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote
A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel display
0 – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote
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
03/02
INTRODUCTION 3
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR 3550 you are about to begin many years of
listening enjoyment. The AVR 3550 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 3550 you are about to begin many years of
listening enjoyment. The AVR 3550 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 3550
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.
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 3550 to make all of this happen,
hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed
connections, programmable remote control, and
on-screen menus make the AVR 3550 easy to
use. To obtain the maximum enjoyment from
your new receiver, we urge you to take the time
to read through this manual. This will ensure
that connections to speakers, source playback
units and other external devices are made prop-
erly. 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 3550 is able to deliver.
within the AVR 3550 to make all of this happen,
hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed
connections, programmable remote control, and
on-screen menus make the AVR 3550 easy to
use. To obtain the maximum enjoyment from
your new receiver, we urge you to take the time
to read through this manual. This will ensure
that connections to speakers, source playback
units and other external devices are made prop-
erly. 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 3550 is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its
installation or its operation, please contact your
dealer. He is your best local source of informa-
tion.
installation or its operation, please contact your
dealer. He is your best local source of informa-
tion.
Description and Features
The AVR 3550 is among the most versatile and
multi-featured A/V receivers available, incorpo-
rating a wide range of listening options. In addi-
tion to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for digi-
tal sources, a broad choice of analog surround
modes are available for use with sources such
as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR’s own
FM/AM tuner. Along with the latest Dolby
ProLogic
The AVR 3550 is among the most versatile and
multi-featured A/V receivers available, incorpo-
rating a wide range of listening options. In addi-
tion to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for digi-
tal sources, a broad choice of analog surround
modes are available for use with sources such
as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR’s own
FM/AM tuner. Along with the latest Dolby
ProLogic
®
II decoding technology, Dolby 3
Stereo, 5 Ch Stereo and custom Hall and Theater
modes, only Harman Kardon receivers offer Logic
7
modes, only Harman Kardon receivers offer Logic
7
®
to create a wider, more enveloping field envi-
ronment and more defined fly-overs and pans.
Another Harman Kardon exclusive is VMAx
™
,
which uses proprietary processing to create an
open, spacious sound field even when only two
front speakers are available.
open, spacious sound field even when only two
front speakers are available.
In addition to providing a wide range of listening
options, the AVR 3550 is easy to configure so
that it provides the best results with your speak-
ers and specific listening-room environment.
On-screen menus make it simple to enter set-
tings for speakers, inputs and delay times, while
our exclusive EzSet™ remote measures a sys-
tem‘s sound levels and automatically calibrates
them for perfectly balanced soundfield presenta-
tion.
options, the AVR 3550 is easy to configure so
that it provides the best results with your speak-
ers and specific listening-room environment.
On-screen menus make it simple to enter set-
tings for speakers, inputs and delay times, while
our exclusive EzSet™ remote measures a sys-
tem‘s sound levels and automatically calibrates
them for perfectly balanced soundfield presenta-
tion.
For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 3550 fea-
tures connections for three video devices, all
with both composite and S-Video inputs. Two
additional audio inputs are available, and a total
of four digital inputs make the AVR 3550 capa-
ble of handling all the latest digital audio
sources. Coax and optical digital outputs are
available for direct connection to digital
recorders. A video recording output, and a six-
channel input make the AVR 3550 virtually
future-proof, with everything needed to accom-
modate tomorrow’s new formats right on board.
tures connections for three video devices, all
with both composite and S-Video inputs. Two
additional audio inputs are available, and a total
of four digital inputs make the AVR 3550 capa-
ble of handling all the latest digital audio
sources. Coax and optical digital outputs are
available for direct connection to digital
recorders. A video recording output, and a six-
channel input make the AVR 3550 virtually
future-proof, with everything needed to accom-
modate tomorrow’s new formats right on board.
The AVR 3550’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 receiv-
er more than forty-nine years ago. With state-of-
the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR 3550 is one of the finest
receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon within
its price range.
er more than forty-nine years ago. With state-of-
the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR 3550 is one of the finest
receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon within
its price range.
■ Onboard Dolby Digital and DTS
Decoding Using Crystal
®
Chip
Technology
■ Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 and
VMAx Modes
■ Dolby Laboratory's latest ProLogic II
decoding technology.
■
Remote Automatically Sets
Output Levels for Optimum
Performance
Performance
■ Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs
■ On-Screen Menu and Display System
■ 6-Channel direct input for use with
■ On-Screen Menu and Display System
■ 6-Channel direct input for use with
SACD or DVD-Audio players, other
products with internal surround
decoders or external surround
decoders.
products with internal surround
decoders or external surround
decoders.
■ Remote with Internal Codes Capability
TM
4 SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR 3550 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 3550 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 dealer
before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
requirements for your specific model, or about
the line voltage in your area, contact your 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 by an authorized
service depot with a cord 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 by an authorized
service depot with a cord 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 con-
siderable 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 con-
siderable 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
protect 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.
protect 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
carefully 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
carefully 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
materials, please note that the carton and other
sections of the shipping protection are
recyclable. Please respect the environment and
discard those materials at a local recycling
center.
materials, please note that the carton and other
sections of the shipping protection are
recyclable. Please respect the environment and
discard those materials at a local recycling
center.
