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AVR 4550 Audio/Video Receiver
OWNER’S MANUAL
AVR 4550
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LOGIC 7
VMAx
Power for the Digital Revolution
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3
Introduction
4
Safety Information
4
Unpacking
5
Front Panel Controls
7
Front Panel Information Display
8
Rear Panel Connections
11
Main Remote Control Functions
14
Zone II Remote Control Functions
15
Installation and Connections
15
Audio Connections
15
Video Connections
16
SCART A/V Connections
18
System and Power Connections
19
Speaker Selection
19
Speaker Placement
20
System Configuration
20
First Turn On
20
Using the On-Screen Display
20
System Setup
21
Input Setup
21
Speaker Setup
23
Surround Setup
24
Adjustments for Other Inputs
25
Delay Settings
25
Night Mode Settings
25
Output Level Adjustment
26
Using EzSet
26
Manual Output Level Adjustment
28
Operation
28
Surround Mode Chart
30
Basic Operation
30
Source Selection
30
6/8-Channel Direct Input
31
Controls and Use of Headphones
31
Surround Mode Selection
32
Digital Audio Playback
32
Dolby Digital
32
DTS
32
PCM Audio Playback
32
MP3 Audio Playback
33
Selecting a Digital Source
33
Digital Bitstream Indicators
33
Speaker/Channel Indicators
34
Night Mode
34
Tape Recording
34
Output Level Adjustment
With Source Signals
With Source Signals
35
Memory backup
36
Advanced Features
36
Surround Amplifier Channel Assignment
36
Display Brightness
36
Turn-On Volume Level
37
Semi-OSD Settings
37
Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment
37
Multiroom Operation
39
Tuner Operation
39
Basic Tuner Operation
39
Station Selection
39
Preset Tuning
40
RDS Operation
40
RDS Tuning
40
RDS Display Options
40
Program Search
41
Programming the Remote
41
Programming the Remote with Codes
41
Direct Code Entry
41
Auto Search Method
42
Code Readout
42
Learning Codes
42
Erasing Learned Codes
43
Macro Programming
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
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
å – (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote
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 standards:
described in this owner’s manual is in compliance
with technical standards:
EN 55013/6.1990
EN 55020/12.1994
EN 60065:1993
EN 61000-3-2/4.1995
Carsten Olesen
Harman Kardon Europe A/S
01/03
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Programmed Device Functions
44
Volume Punch-Through
44
Channel Control Punch-Through
45
Transport Control Punch-Through
45
Reassigning Device Control Selectors
45
Resetting the Remote Memory
46
Function List
48
Troubleshooting Guide
48
Processor Reset
49
Technical Specifications
INTRODUCTION 3
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR 4550 you are about to begin many years of
listening enjoyment. Designed to provide all the
excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and
every nuance of musical selections, the
AVR 4550 is truly a multichannel receiver for the
new millennium. In addition to the traditional
5.1 digital decoding modes such as Dolby Digital
and DTS, it offers the latest advancements in
surround technology such as Dolby Pro Logic II,
the full suite of DTS-ES 6.1 modes, DTS Neo:6
and the latest 7.1 channel versions of Harman's
own Logic 7 technology.
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR 4550 you are about to begin many years of
listening enjoyment. Designed to provide all the
excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and
every nuance of musical selections, the
AVR 4550 is truly a multichannel receiver for the
new millennium. In addition to the traditional
5.1 digital decoding modes such as Dolby Digital
and DTS, it offers the latest advancements in
surround technology such as Dolby Pro Logic II,
the full suite of DTS-ES 6.1 modes, DTS Neo:6
and the latest 7.1 channel versions of Harman's
own Logic 7 technology.
The AVR 4550 has been engineered so that it is
easy to take advantage of all the power of its
digital technology. On-screen menus, fully color
coded connection jacks and terminals and our
exclusive EzSet
easy to take advantage of all the power of its
digital technology. On-screen menus, fully color
coded connection jacks and terminals and our
exclusive EzSet
™
remote make installation fast
and simple. However, to obtain the maximum
enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you
to read this manual. A few minutes spent learn-
ing the functions of the various controls will
enable you to take advantage of all the power
the AVR 4550 is able to deliver.
enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you
to read this manual. A few minutes spent learn-
ing the functions of the various controls will
enable you to take advantage of all the power
the AVR 4550 is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its
installation or its operation, please contact your
retailer or custom installer. They are your best
local sources of information.
installation or its operation, please contact your
retailer or custom installer. They are your best
local sources of information.
Description and Features
The AVR 4550 is among the most versatile and
multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorporat-
ing a wide range of listening options. In addition
to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for digital
sources, a broad choice of surround modes for
Matrix surround-encoded or Stereo recordings
are available for use with sources such as CD,
VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR 4550’s own
FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby Digital EX,
Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6, Dolby 3 Stereo,
5 Channel or 7 Channel Stereo and Hall and
Theater modes, the AVR 4550 offers Harman
International’s exclusive Logic 7 process in both
5.1 and 7.1 versions to create a wider, more
enveloping field environment and more defined
fly-overs and pans. Another Harman Kardon
exclusive is VMAx, which uses proprietary pro-
cessing to create an open, spacious sound field
even when only two front speakers are available.
Finally, the AVR 4550 is among the very few A/V
receivers that offer decoding of MP3 data, so
that you may listen to the latest music selections
directly from compatible computers or playback
devices with the power and fidelity you expect
from Harman Kardon.
The AVR 4550 is among the most versatile and
multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorporat-
ing a wide range of listening options. In addition
to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for digital
sources, a broad choice of surround modes for
Matrix surround-encoded or Stereo recordings
are available for use with sources such as CD,
VCR, TV broadcasts and the AVR 4550’s own
FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby Digital EX,
Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6, Dolby 3 Stereo,
5 Channel or 7 Channel Stereo and Hall and
Theater modes, the AVR 4550 offers Harman
International’s exclusive Logic 7 process in both
5.1 and 7.1 versions to create a wider, more
enveloping field environment and more defined
fly-overs and pans. Another Harman Kardon
exclusive is VMAx, which uses proprietary pro-
cessing to create an open, spacious sound field
even when only two front speakers are available.
Finally, the AVR 4550 is among the very few A/V
receivers that offer decoding of MP3 data, so
that you may listen to the latest music selections
directly from compatible computers or playback
devices with the power and fidelity you expect
from Harman Kardon.
In addition to providing a wide range of listening
options, the AVR 4550 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 settings
for speaker configurations and bass manage-
ment, and the EzSet remote measures a system’s
sound levels and automatically calibrates them
for perfectly balanced sound field presentation.
options, the AVR 4550 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 settings
for speaker configurations and bass manage-
ment, and the EzSet remote measures a system’s
sound levels and automatically calibrates them
for perfectly balanced sound field presentation.
For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 4550
features connections for five video devices, all
with both composite and S-Video inputs. Two
additional audio inputs are available, and a total
of six digital inputs and three outputs make the
AVR 4550 capable of handling all the latest
digital audio sources.
For compatibility with the latest HDTV video
sources and progressive scan DVD players, the
AVR 4550 also features wide-bandwidth,
low-crosstalk component video switching.
features connections for five video devices, all
with both composite and S-Video inputs. Two
additional audio inputs are available, and a total
of six digital inputs and three outputs make the
AVR 4550 capable of handling all the latest
digital audio sources.
For compatibility with the latest HDTV video
sources and progressive scan DVD players, the
AVR 4550 also features wide-bandwidth,
low-crosstalk component video switching.
Coax and optical digital outputs are available for
direct connection to digital recorders. Two video
recording outputs, preamp-out and a color-
coded eight-channel input make the AVR 4550
virtually future-proof, with everything needed to
accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right on
board.
direct connection to digital recorders. Two video
recording outputs, preamp-out and a color-
coded eight-channel input make the AVR 4550
virtually future-proof, with everything needed to
accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right on
board.
The AVR 4550’s flexibility and power extend
beyond your main home theater or listening
room. The AVR 4550 includes a sophisticated
multizone control system that allows you to
select one source for use in the main room and a
different one (Audio only) in a second room.
Complete control over volume is possible with a
separate infrared control link. To make it easy to
operate the AVR 4550 from a remote room, a
separate “Zone II” remote is included.
Additional multiroom options include the option
to assign two of the AVR 4550’s output channels
to the multiroom system and the ability to link
the AVR 4550 to innovative A-BUS
beyond your main home theater or listening
room. The AVR 4550 includes a sophisticated
multizone control system that allows you to
select one source for use in the main room and a
different one (Audio only) in a second room.
Complete control over volume is possible with a
separate infrared control link. To make it easy to
operate the AVR 4550 from a remote room, a
separate “Zone II” remote is included.
Additional multiroom options include the option
to assign two of the AVR 4550’s output channels
to the multiroom system and the ability to link
the AVR 4550 to innovative A-BUS
®
keypads for
multiroom operation without the need for
external amplifiers.
external amplifiers.
The AVR 4550’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 more than forty-seven years ago. With
state-of-the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR 4550 is the perfect combination
of the latest in digital audio technology, a quiet
yet powerful analog amplifier in an elegant,
easy-to-use package.
receiver more than forty-seven years ago. With
state-of-the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR 4550 is the perfect combination
of the latest in digital audio technology, a quiet
yet powerful analog amplifier in an elegant,
easy-to-use package.
■ Dolby* Digital, Dolby Digital EX and
Dolby Pro Logic* II Decoding, and the
full suite of DTS
full suite of DTS
®
modes, including
DTS-ES
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6.1 Discrete & Matrix and
Neo:6
®
■ Seven channels of high-current amplifi-
cation with two channels assignable to
either surround back or multiroom
applications
either surround back or multiroom
applications
■ Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7
®
processing, available for the first time
with both 7.1 and 5.1 processing in
a variety of modes and two modes
of VMAx
with both 7.1 and 5.1 processing in
a variety of modes and two modes
of VMAx
®
■ MP3 decoding for use with compatible
computers and digital audio players
■
remote automatically sets
output levels for optimum performance
■ High-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible
component video switching
■ Front panel analog A/V inputs
■ Front panel digital inputs for easy con-
nection to portable digital devices and
the latest video game consoles
the latest video game consoles
■ Multiple digital inputs and outputs
■ On-screen menu and display system
■ Extensive multiroom options, including
a standard Zone II remote, assignable
amplifier channels and A-BUS Ready
amplifier channels and A-BUS Ready
®
capability for listening to a separate
source in a remote zone
source in a remote zone
■ 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input and
Preamp Outputs for Easy Expansion and
Use with Future Audio Formats
Use with Future Audio Formats
■ Extensive bass management options,
including three separate crossover
groupings
groupings
■ Main Remote with Internal Codes and
Learning Capability
TM
4 SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR 4550 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 4550 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
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
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.
