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MULTI

DISP

OSD

DELAY

Bass

Mode

Treble

Balance

Volume

P•SET

P•SCN

TUNE

Aux

Video

S-Video

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Max

Min

Max

Min

Audio

MUTE

MODE

Harman Kardon

AVR80

Audio/VideoReceiver

Owner’s Manual

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Owner’s Manual

AVR80

Audio/Video Receiver

Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3

Unpacking and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Front Panel Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
Front Panel Information Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7
Rear Panel Audio & Systems Connections . . . . . . . . . 8–9
Rear Panel Video Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–11
Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–13
Installation, Set Up and Configuration . . . . . . . . . 14–16
Remote Control Programming and Operation . . . 17–18
System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19–22
Basic Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23–26

Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Surround Mode Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
TV Auto On Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24–26

On Screen Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27–29
Advanced Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–32

Audio Tape Dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Video Dubbing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Audio/Video Simulcast Recording . . . . . . . . . . 30
Delay Time Adjust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–31
Direct Digital Decoding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6 Channel Direct Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Surround Mode Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Multiroom Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33–35
System Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

©1996 Harman Kardon, Incorporated

80 Crossways Park West
Woodbury, NY 11797

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Introduction

Congratulations! With the purchase
of a Harman Kardon AVR80

you are

about to begin many years of listening
enjoyment. The AVR80

has been cus-

tom designed to provide all the excite-
ment and detail of movie soundtracks
and every subtle nuance of musical
selections. In addition, the AVR80

has

the flexibility to expand to serve as the
heart of a multiroom audio system, and
the capability for use  with digital multi-
channel audio systems. 

While complex digital systems are hard
at work within the AVR80

to make all of

this happen, hook-up and operation are
simple. Color keyed connections, a com-
prehensive remote control and on screen
menus make the AVR80

easy to use. To

obtain the maximum enjoyment from
your new receiver we urge you to take a
few minutes to read through this manu-
al. 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 AVR80

is able to deliver.

If you have any questions about this
product, its installation or operation,
please contact your retailer or custom
installer. They are your best local source
of information.

Description and Features
The AVR80

is a full featured A/V receiv-

er, incorporating a wide variety of listen-
ing options. In addition to standard
Dolby

®

Pro Logic

™

processing, the

AVR80

uses Twin Digital Signal

Processors to provide Home THX

®

Cinema and five other surround modes.
Expansion capability enables upgrades to
5.1 digital audio systems such as AC-3

™

through the use of an optional external
adapter.

A total of five audio/video inputs, each
with both composite and “S” video, as
well as three additional audio only
inputs are selected through a learning
remote control and an easy to read front
panel display or on screen graphics
through a TV monitor. Dubbing and tape
outputs are available, and multiroom
operation is available with independent
source and volume selection.

The AVR80

’s powerful amplifier uses

traditional Harman Kardon High Current
design philosophies to meet the wide
dynamic range of any program selection.
For the audio purist, the AVR80

may be

connected directly to the digital output of
an LD player, avoiding excessive D/A con-
version steps.

Harman Kardon invented the high fideli-
ty receiver over forty years ago. With
state of the art circuitry and time hon-
ored circuit designs, the AVR80

is

undoubtedly the finest receiver ever
offered by Harman Kardon.

■

Twin DSP processors for precise
surround decoding

■

Dolby ProLogic, Home THX Cinema,
Dolby 3 Stereo and three other 
surround modes

■

On screen menu displays

■

Learning remote control

■

Composite and “S” video switching

■

Complete Multiroom control

■

Direct Digital Input from LD

■

Preamp output/Amplifier input of
ALL channels permits ease of
expansion

■

Six Channel Direct inputs for use
with external discrete digital audio
adapters

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Safety Information

CATV or Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to this product, be certain that
it is grounded so as to provide some pro-
tection against voltage surges and static
charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984,
provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and sup-
porting structure, grounding of the lead-
in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes and requirements
of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the
CATV (Cable TV) system installer’s atten-
tion to article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the ground-
ing system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as possible.

■

To assure proper operation, and to
avoid the potential for safety hazards,
place the unit on a firm and level sur-
face. 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 pro-
vided 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 suffi-
cient air movement within the cabinet.
Under some circumstances a fan may
be required.

■

Do not place the unit directly on a car-
peted 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.

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your AVR80

has been designed for use

with 120 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 volt-
age requirements for your specific model,
or about the line voltage in your area,
contact your selling dealer before plug-
ging 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 electri-
cal 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.

Do Not Open The Cabinet
There are no user serviceable compo-
nents 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 sta-
ple accidentally falls inside the unit, dis-
connect it from the AC power source
immediately, and consult an authorized
service station. 

CAUTION:

 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE 

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER 

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, 

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

 

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE 

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

 

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INRODUIRE LA 

LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE 

LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

The lightning flash with arrowhead 
symbol, within an equalateral triangle, 
is intended to alert the user to the 

presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” 
within the product’s enclosure that may be of 
sufficient magnitude to consittute a risk of 
electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an 
equalateral triangle is intended 
to alert the user to the presence 

of important operating and maintenance 
(servicing) instructions in the literature 
accompanying the appliance.

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