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Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD User Manual

Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD
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AVR 7550HD
AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER
OWNER’S MANUAL
AVR 7550HD OM cover.qxd 2/25/09 10:44 AM Page 3

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Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels7.1
TypeAV Receiver
HDMIYes
HDMI Inputs4
HDMI Outputs1
Video Formats Supported1080p
THD0.07%
Input impedance47 kOhms
Signal-to-noise ratio100 dB
Frequency response10 Hz - 100 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion0.07%
Input Sensitivity200 mV
Video UpconversionYes
USB PortYes
BluetoothNo
Wi-FiNo
Audio Formats SupportedDolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio
Audio DecodingDolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Key safety instructions for proper and safe use of the apparatus.

Important Safety Information Notes

Notes on wet location marking, service, and outdoor use warnings.

SAFETY INFORMATION (Continued)

Cleaning and Moving Precautions

Guidelines on cleaning the unit and safely moving the apparatus.

Important User Information

FCC compliance information and unpacking instructions for the receiver.

INTRODUCTION

AVR 7550HD Overview

Introduction to the Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD, its features, and capabilities.

INTRODUCTION (Continued)

Connection Options

Details on audio, video, and digital audio input/output connections.

Ease of Use and Included Accessories

Highlights user-friendly features and lists all supplied accessories.

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

Front Panel Layout and Controls

Illustration and overview of the AVR's front panel controls and display.

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS (Continued)

Front Panel Control Functions

Explains the purpose and operation of each front panel button and feature.

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Layout and Connections

Diagram and overview of all input/output connections on the AVR's rear panel.

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS (Continued)

Detailed Rear Panel Connections

Explains various rear panel connections like digital audio, network, and analog ports.

REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS (Continued)

Additional Rear Panel Connections

Covers fan vents, preamp outputs, A-BUS port, speaker outputs, and power inputs.

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Main Remote Control Diagram and Overview

Illustration and explanation of the main remote control's buttons and functions.

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Remote Control Button Functions

Details the operation of remote buttons for source selection, navigation, and alphanumeric input.

MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Additional Remote Control Functions

Explains functions like Volume, Mute, Sleep Timer, and AVR Settings access.

ZONE 2 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Zone 2 Remote Control Diagram and Overview

Illustration and explanation of the Zone 2 remote control's buttons and functions.

ZONE 2 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Zone 2 Remote Control Details

Explains operation of Power, Mute, Source Selectors, and Volume for Zone 2.

INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER

Home Theater System Basics

Overview of typical home theater components and multichannel audio concepts.

Surround Sound Modes Explained

Introduction to different surround sound technologies and algorithms.

CONNECTIONS

Speaker and Subwoofer Connections

Instructions for connecting speakers and subwoofers, including wiring and polarity.

Connecting Source Devices

Guidance on connecting various source components to the AVR.

Audio Connection Types

Details digital and analog audio connection methods for source devices.

CONNECTIONS (Continued)

Digital and Analog Video Connections

Explains HDMI, composite, S-video, and component video connections.

CONNECTIONS (Continued)

Video Connection Details and Antenna Setup

Details on video connections and instructions for connecting AM/FM antennas.

RS-232 Serial Port Connection

Information on connecting the RS-232 port for system control via computer.

SPEAKER PLACEMENT

Speaker Placement Guidelines

Instructions for positioning front, surround, and subwoofer speakers for optimal sound.

GETTING STARTED

System Setup Planning

Steps for planning system connections, including video and audio connection choices for sources.

Source Assignment Worksheet

A table to record device types and assign them to AVR sources and inputs.

GETTING STARTED (Continued)

Assigning Video and Audio Inputs

Guide on assigning sources to specific video and audio inputs based on preferences.

INSTALLATION

Initial Component Connections

Step-by-step guide for connecting source devices, TV, speakers, antennas, and accessories.

Network and Remote Control Connections

Instructions for connecting the AVR to the internet and setting up remote IR control.

INSTALLATION (Continued)

Multizone System Installation

Explains methods for distributing audio and video to other rooms in a multizone setup.

Connecting Control Devices for Multizone

Connecting video displays and IR control devices for multizone operation.

INSTALLATION (Continued)

Power, Battery, and Remote Programming

Steps for plugging in power cords, inserting batteries, and programming the remote.

INSTALLATION (Continued)

Remote Control Programming Details

Advanced remote programming for changing device types, learning codes, and deleting data.

INSTALLATION (Continued)

Initial Power On Procedure

Steps for the first-time power-on of the AVR 7550HD.

INITIAL SETUP

Using the On-Screen Menu System

Guide to navigating and using the AVR's on-screen menu system for configuration.

EzSet/EQ II Technology Setup

Guide to using the EzSet/EQ II system for automatic speaker calibration and setup.

INITIAL SETUP (Continued)

Source Setup and Input Assignment

Assigning correct audio and video input connections to each source device.

INITIAL SETUP (Continued)

Advanced Source Input Configurations

Details for 6-/8-channel inputs, resolution settings, HDMI bypass, and renaming sources.

INITIAL SETUP (Continued)

Audio Synchronization and Source Level Adjustments

Adjusting lip sync and input levels for sources to optimize audio and video synchronization.

Zone 2 and Trigger Setup

Configuring Zone 2 audio/video sources and trigger output behavior.

OPERATION

Turning On and Volume Control

Procedures for powering on the AVR and adjusting volume levels.

Dolby Volume Processing

Explanation and adjustment of Dolby Volume for enhanced audio clarity and consistency.

OPERATION (Continued)

Basic Operation Functions

Details on mute, sleep timer, audio effects, video modes, headphones, and source selection.

Using the Tuner

Instructions for operating the built-in AM/FM tuner for radio reception.

OPERATION (Continued)

XM Radio Operation

Instructions for connecting and operating the XM Satellite Radio tuner.

OPERATION (Continued)

USB Playback and Internet Radio

Playing audio/images from USB and accessing internet radio streams.

OPERATION (Continued)

Network Playback and Recording

Playing media from a PC network and making audio/video recordings.

Using The Bridge II Docking Station

Connecting and operating an iPod via The Bridge II dock for playback and control.

OPERATION (Continued)

iPod Manual Mode Operation

Operating an iPod in manual mode for viewing photos and videos.

OPERATION (Continued)

Selecting a Surround Mode

Choosing and adjusting surround sound modes for different audio sources.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

Audio Processing and Surround Sound

In-depth explanation of audio processing and surround sound capabilities.

Analog and Digital Audio Signal Handling

Discusses playback options for analog and digital audio signals and surround modes.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Dolby Surround Settings and Manual Speaker Setup

Adjusting Dolby settings and manually configuring speaker parameters.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Manual Speaker Setup: Crossover and Distance

Manually setting speaker crossover frequencies and measuring speaker distances.

Manual Setup Menu Navigation

Navigating the manual setup menus for speaker configuration.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Adjusting Speaker Crossover and Subwoofer Mode

Setting speaker crossover frequencies and subwoofer modes for optimal bass management.

Adjusting Speaker Distance Menu

Fine-tuning speaker distance settings for precise sound staging.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Manual Channel Level Calibration

Manually calibrating speaker channel output levels for balanced sound reproduction.

Audio Effects Menu Details

Detailed explanation of audio effects settings like Dolby Volume, Tone, Treble, Bass, LFE, EQ.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Video Adjustments Overview

Adjusting video settings for optimal picture quality, including picture modes.

Video Modes and Aspect Ratio Adjustment

Selecting picture modes and adjusting aspect ratio for different content and displays.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Advanced Video Settings

Adjusting noise reduction, cross color, flesh tone, black level, deinterlacing, and film mode.

Custom Picture Settings Adjustment

Step-by-step guide for manually adjusting custom picture settings like brightness and contrast.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Sharpness Adjustment and Multizone Operation

Adjusting sharpness and operating the multizone system for playback in other rooms.

System Settings Configuration

Configuring system-wide settings like dimmer, volume units, language, and display options.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

General AVR and Menu Settings

Configuring network, volume, language, and menu appearance settings.

System Information and Software Updates

Viewing software version and accessing upgrade instructions.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Remote Control Activities and Punch-Through

Programming remote control activities (macros) and setting up punch-through controls.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Remote Control Programming Details

Further details on programming remote control functions like backlight and reset.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONS (Continued)

Processor and System Reset

Procedures for resetting the AVR's processor and system to factory defaults.

Memory Retention

Information on how user settings are retained during power interruptions.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Common Symptoms and Solutions

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common operational problems with the AVR.

APPENDIX

Source Component Connection Recommendations (Table A1)

Default connection recommendations for various source components.

Source Setting Defaults (Table A2)

Default settings for surround modes, video, audio, and zone configurations for each source.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Continued Source Setting Defaults (Table A2)

Continuation of default source setting defaults for USB, Internet Radio, Network, and other sources.

Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults (Table A3)

Default speaker and channel settings for different audio input types and listening positions.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Delay Setting Defaults (Table A4)

Default speaker distance and A/V Lip Sync delay settings.

Source Settings Worksheets (Table A5)

Worksheets to record source-specific settings for surround modes, video, audio, and zone.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Continued Source Settings Worksheets (Table A5)

Continuation of source settings worksheets for USB, Internet Radio, Network, and other sources.

Audio Effects Settings Table (Table A6)

Table to record custom audio effects settings for various sources.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Video Modes Settings Table (Table A7)

Table to record custom video modes and picture adjustment settings for sources.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Surround Modes Table (Table A8)

Default and customizable surround mode selections for different audio sources.

Remote Control Codes Table (Table A9)

Table to record brand and code numbers for programming the remote control.

APPENDIX (Continued)

System Settings Table (Table A10)

Table to record custom system settings like dimmer, volume units, and language.

Network Settings Table (Table A11)

Table to record network configuration details like IP address and DNS settings.

Zone 2 Settings Table (Table A12)

Table to record custom Zone 2 settings for source, volume, and carrier output.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Surround Modes Descriptions (Table A13)

Detailed descriptions of Dolby surround modes and their incoming bitstream/signal compatibility.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Continued Surround Modes Descriptions (Table A13)

Detailed descriptions of Dolby and DTS surround modes and their compatibility.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Continued Surround Modes Descriptions (Table A13)

Detailed descriptions of DTS and Logic 7 surround modes and their compatibility.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Continued Surround Modes Descriptions (Table A13)

Detailed descriptions of Stereo and 2-Channel surround modes and their compatibility.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Remote Control Function List Reference (Table A14)

Reference list mapping remote control buttons to functions for various devices.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Remote Control Function List Continued (Table A14)

Continuation of the remote control function list, mapping buttons to functions for more devices.

APPENDIX (Continued)

Remote Control Function List Continued (Table A14)

Final part of the remote control function list, mapping buttons to functions for various devices.

AVR 7550HD TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Audio Specifications

Technical specifications for the audio performance, power output, and input sensitivity.

Video Specifications

Technical specifications for the video processing and display capabilities.

General Specifications

General technical specifications including power requirements, dimensions, and weight.

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