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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 Main Remote Control Functions
14 Zone II Remote Control Functions
15 Installation and Connections
19 System Configuration
19

Speaker Selection and Placement

First Turn On and Use of OSD

Settings to be Made With 
Each Input Used

Input Setup

Surround Setup

Speaker Setup

Adjustments for Other Inputs

23 Making Settings independent of selected

Input

Delay Settings

Night Mode Settings

Output Level Adjustment

Using EzSet

Manual Output Level Adjustment

27 Operation
27

Basic Operation

Source Selection

Controls and Use of Headphones

Surround Mode Chart

Surround Mode Selection

Digital Audio Playback

Tape Recording

Output Level Trim Adjustment

6-Channel Direct Input

Memory Backup

Tuner Operation

RDS Operation

36 Advanced Features
36

Display Brightness

Turn On Volume Level

Semi OSD Settings

Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment

38 Multiroom Operation
39 Programming the Remote
39

Programming the Remote with Codes

Code Readout

Learning Codes From a Remote

Macro Programming

Programmed Device Function

Volume Punch-Through

Channel Control Punch-Through

Transport Control Punch-Through

Reassigning Device Control 
Selectors

Resetting the Remote Memory

44 Function List
46 Setup Code Tables
56 Troubleshooting Guide
56

Processor Reset

57 Technical Specifications

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.

EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel 
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

å

– (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote

We, Harman Consumer International

2, route de Tours
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:

EN 55013/6.1990

EN 55020/12.1994

EN 60065:1993 

EN 61000-3-2/4.1995

Carsten Olesen

Harman Kardon Europe A/S

11/00

INTRODUCTION 3

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon
AVR5000 you are about to begin many years of
listening enjoyment. The AVR5000 has been cus-
tom 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 AVR5000 delivers

six discrete channels of audio that take advan-
tage 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 AVR5000 to make all of this happen,
hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed
connections, a backlit, programmable and learn-
ing remote control, and on-screen menus make
the AVR5000 easy to use. To obtain the maxi-
mum 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 exter-
nal devices are made properly. In addition, a
few minutes spent learning the functions of the
various controls will enable you to take advan-
tage of all the power the AVR5000 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.

Description and Features
The AVR5000 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 Dolby Pro Logic*,
Dolby 3 Stereo, 5 Ch Stereo and custom Hall and
Theater modes, only Harman Kardon receivers
offer Logic 7

®

to create a wider, more enveloping

field environment and more defined fly-overs
and pans.

Finally, the AVR5000 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.
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.
The AVR 5000 is also able to offer HDCD

®

decoding to provide the most realistic playback
of CDs when a digital connection is used, even
with a normal non-HDCD-compatible CD or DVD
player.

In addition to providing a wide range of listening
options, the AVR5000 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 AVR5000 fea-
tures connections for five video devices, all with
both composite and S-Video inputs. Two addi-
tional audio inputs are available, and a total of
six digital inputs make the AVR5000 capable of
handling all the latest digital audio sources.
For compatibility with the latest DVD players and
digital video products, the AVR5000 also fea-
tures component video switching. Coax and
optical digital outputs are available for direct
connection to digital recorders, and both the
front panel analog audio/video and the coaxial
digital jacks may be switched to an output for
use with portable recorders – a Harman Kardon
exclusive. Two video recording outputs, preamp-
out/main-in jacks, and a six channel input make
the AVR5000 virtually future-proof, with every-
thing needed to accommodate tomorrow’s new
formats right on board.

The AVR5000’s flexibility and power extend
beyond your main home theater or listening
room. The AVR includes a sophisticated multi-
zone control system that allows you to select
one source for use in the main room and a dif-
ferent one in a second room. Left and right front
channel audio is routed to the remote room
location, with complete control over volume pro-
vided by a separate infrared control link. To
make it easy to operate the AVR 5000 from a
remote room, a separate Zone II remote is
included.

The AVR5000’s powerful amplifier uses
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-seven years ago. With state-
of-the-art circuitry and time-honored circuit
designs, the AVR5000 is one of the finest
receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon.

■ Onboard Dolby Digital and DTS

■ Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 and

■ MP3 Decoding for Use with compatible

■

■ Front-Panel Analog A/V Inputs switch-

■ Front-Panel Digital Inputs and Coax

■ Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs

■ On-Screen Menu and Display System

■ 6-Channel Direct Input and Preamp

■ Complete Multi-Zone System with

■ Main Backlit Remote with Internal

■ HDCD Decoding for Superb CD Playback

■ Component Video Switching

4 SAFETY INFORMATION

Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR5000 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.

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.

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.

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.

Installation Location
■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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.

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the

top of the unit, or place objects directly over
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

1

Main Power Switch: Press this button to

apply power to the AVR5000. When the switch
is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby
mode, as indicated by the amber LED 3 sur-
rounding the System Power Control 2. This
button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit.
To turn the unit off completely and prevent the
use of the remote control, this switch should be
pressed until it pops out from the front panel
so that the word “OFF” may be read at the top
of the switch.

NOTE: This switch is normally left in the “ON”
position.

2

System Power Control: When the Main

Power Switch 1 is “ON,” press this button to
turn on the AVR5000; press it again to turn the
unit off (to Standby). Note that the Power
Indicator surrounding the switch 3 will turn
green when the unit is on.

3

Power Indicator: This LED will be illumi-

nated in amber when the unit is in the Standby
mode to signal that the unit is ready to be
turned on. When the unit is in operation, the
indicator will turn green.

4

Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to

listen to the AVR5000’s output through a pair of
headphones. Be certain that the headphones
have a standard 6.3 mm stereo phone plug.
Note that the main room speakers and all
Preamp Outputs 

 will automatically be turned

off when the headphone jack is in use.

5

Selector Buttons: When you are establish-

ing the AVR5000’s configuration settings, use these
buttons to select from the choices available, as
shown in the Main Information Display Û.

6

Tone Mode: Pressing this button enables or

disables the Balance, Bass and Treble tone con-
trols. When the button is pressed so that the
words TONE IN appear in the Main
Information Display Û, the settings of the
Bass & and Treble ( controls and of the
Balance control * will affect the output sig-
nals. When the button is pressed so that the
words TONE OUT appear in the Main
Information Display Û, the output signal
will be “flat,” without any balance, bass or treble
alteration.

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System Power Control
Power Indicator
Headphone Jack
Selector Buttons
Tone Mode
Surround Mode Selector
Tuning Selector
Tuner Band Selector
Preset Stations Selector

Input Source Selector
RDS Select Button
Digital Optical 3 Input
Input/Output Status Indicators 
Digital Coax 3 Jack
Video 4 Jacks
Bass Control
Balance Control
Treble Control
Volume Control

Set Button
Input Indicators
Delay
Digital Input Selector
Main Information Display
Channel Select Button
Speaker Select Button
Test Tone Selector
Surround Mode Indicators
Remote Sensor Window

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