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Harman Kardon AVR 525

Harman Kardon AVR 525
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Harman Kardon AVR 525 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHarman Kardon
ModelAVR 525
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

General safety guidelines and precautions for safe operation of the unit.

Installation Location

Guidelines for placing the unit for optimal operation and safety.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the unit safely and effectively.

Moving the Unit

Procedures for safely moving the audio/video receiver.

Important Information for the User

FCC compliance and interference information.

Unpacking

Steps and recommendations for unpacking the new receiver.

Front-Panel Controls

Front-Panel Information Display

Rear-Panel Connections

Main Remote Control Functions

Zone II Remote Control Functions

Installation and Connections

Audio Equipment Connections

Connecting various audio sources and components to the receiver.

Video Equipment Connections

Connecting video sources and displays to the receiver.

System and Power Connections

Connecting power sources and system components.

Multiroom IR Link

Setting up the IR link for multiroom remote control.

Multiroom Connections

Options for connecting audio sources to a second zone.

A-BUS Installation Connections

Connecting A-BUS compatible devices for multiroom operation.

RS-232 Connections

Connecting the receiver for external control via RS-232.

AC Power Connections

Connecting the unit to AC power outlets.

System Configuration

Speaker Selection and Placement

Guidance on choosing and positioning speakers for optimal sound.

System Setup

Initial setup procedures including speaker and level calibration.

Using the On-Screen Display

How to use the OSD system for configuration adjustments.

Input Setup

Configuring digital input, speaker settings, and surround modes for each source.

Surround Setup

Selecting preferred surround sound modes for different inputs.

Speaker Setup

Configuring speaker types (large/small) and crossover points.

Delay Settings

Adjusting speaker delay times for optimal audio timing.

Output Level Adjustment

Calibrating speaker output levels for balanced sound.

Using EzSet

Automatic speaker calibration using the EzSet remote.

Manual Output Level Adjustment

Manually adjusting speaker output levels.

Additional Input Adjustments

Adjusting settings for additional input sources.

Operation

Basic Operation

Fundamental steps for turning the unit on/off and selecting sources.

Turning the AVR 525 On or Off

Procedures for powering the receiver on, off, and standby modes.

Source Selection

How to choose and switch between different audio/video inputs.

6-Channel8-Channel Direct Input

Connecting and selecting multi-channel direct audio sources.

Volume Control

Adjusting system volume and mute functions.

Surround Mode Selection

Choosing appropriate surround sound modes for various audio sources.

Digital Audio Playback

Connecting and playing digital audio sources.

Selecting a Digital Source

How to connect and select digital audio inputs.

Digital Bitstream Indicators

Indicators showing the type of digital signal being received.

Night Mode

Feature to adjust dynamic range for low-volume listening.

Important Notes on Digital Playback

Key considerations for playing digital audio sources.

PCM Audio Playback

Playing audio from CDs and other PCM sources.

MP3 Audio Playback

Playing MP3 audio files through the receiver.

Tuner Operation

Tuning AM/FM stations and storing presets.

Station Selection

Methods for selecting radio stations.

Preset Tuning

Storing and recalling favorite radio stations.

Recalling Preset Stations

Accessing stored radio station presets.

Tape Recording

Recording audio/video sources to external devices.

Front-Panel Connections

Configuring front-panel jacks for input/output use.

Output Level Trim Adjustment

Fine-tuning output levels using program material.

Memory Backup

Preserving system settings during power interruptions.

Surround Mode Chart

Advanced Features

Surround Amplifier Channel Assignment

Assigning surround back channels for multiroom audio output.

Display Brightness

Adjusting the brightness of the front panel display.

Turn-On Volume Level

Setting a default volume level for when the unit powers on.

Semi-OSD Settings

Configuring on-screen display messages for input changes.

Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment

Setting the duration for on-screen menu visibility.

Multiroom Operation

RS-232 Control

Using RS-232 for remote control of multiroom functions.

Multiroom Setup

Configuring the system for multiroom audio and IR link.

Multiroom Operation

Controlling the multiroom system from a remote location.

Programming the Remote

Direct Code Entry

Programming remote codes using direct three-digit entry.

Auto Search Method

Automatically finding remote codes for devices.

Code Readout

Retrieving programmed remote codes.

Learning Codes

Teaching the remote new commands from other remotes.

Erasing Learned Codes

Removing programmed codes from the remote.

Macro Programming

Creating sequences of commands for one-button operation.

Programmed Device Functions

Understanding how remote buttons function for different devices.

Volume Punch-Through

Allowing volume control to affect AVR or other devices.

Channel Control Punch-Through

Controlling channel selection of one device while operating another.

Transport Control Punch-Through

Controlling transport functions of one device while operating another.

Reassigning Device Control Selectors

Changing input selector button assignments.

Resetting the Remote Memory

Restoring the remote to factory default settings.

Function List

Setup Code Table: TV

Setup Code Table: VCR

Setup Code Table: CD

Setup Code Table: Tape

Setup Code Table: Audio

Setup Code Table: DVD

Setup Code Table: SAT

Setup Code Table: CBL

Troubleshooting Guide

Processor Reset

Resetting the unit to clear system memory and resolve issues.

AVR 525 Technical Specifications

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