Harman Kardon AVR35RDS User Manual

Congratulations! With the purchase of
the Harman Kardon AVR35RDS you are
about to begin many years of listening
enjoyment. The AVR35RDS has been cus-
tom designed to provide all the excitement
and detail of movie sound tracks and
every subtle nuance of musical selections.
With on-board Dolby
*
Digital Decoding,
the AVR35RDS delivers six discrete chan-
nels of audio that take advantage of the
digital sound tracks from the latest DVD
and LV releases, as well as future HDTV
broadcasts.
While complex digital systems are hard
at work within the AVR35RDS to make all
of this happen, hookup and operation are
simple. Color-keyed connections and a
comprehensive programmable remote
control make the AVR35RDS easy to use.
To obtain maximum enjoyment from
your new receiver, we urge you to take a
few minutes to read through this manual.
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 AVR35RDS is able to deliver.
Introduction
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AVR35RDS 230 volt Rev (C) 9/28/98
If you have any questions about this
product, its installation or operation,
please contact your dealer. They are your
best local source of information.
Description and Features
The AVR35RDS is a full-featured A/V
receiver, incorporating a wide variety of
listening options. In addition to Dolby
Digital decoding, Dolby Pro Logic
*
and
Dolby 3 Stereo are available for compati-
bility with the tens of thousands of
movies and television programs encoded
with analog surround information. A
choice of Hall and Theater modes is also
available for use with both encoded
sources and traditional two-channel
stereo recordings.
A total of four audio/video inputs, as well
as two additional audio-only inputs, and
an FM stereo/FM/AM tuner are available
for the utmost flexibility. Front-panel A/V
inputs simplify connections to video
games or camcorders.
The AVR35RDS’s powerful amplifiers use
traditional Harman Kardon High-Current
Design philosophies to meet the wide
dynamic range of any program selection.
Harman Kardon invented the high-
fidelity receiver more than forty-five years
ago. With state-of-the-art features and
time-honored circuit designs, the
AVR35RDS is one of the finest receivers
ever offered by Harman Kardon.
■ On-Board Dolby Digital Decoding
■ Coax and Optical Digital Inputs
■ Five Analog Surround Modes
■ Pre-Programmed Learning
Remote Control
■ Composite Video Switching

Harman Kardon AVR35RDS Specifications

General

Brand	Harman Kardon
Model	AVR35RDS
Category	Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Description and Features

Overview of the receiver's capabilities and listening options.

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Crucial warnings and guidelines for safe operation and handling.

Installation Location

Guidelines for proper placement to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the unit safely and effectively.

Moving the Unit

Steps to follow before relocating the equipment.

Unpacking

Recommendations for unpacking and saving shipping materials.

Safety Information

Typographic Conventions

Explanation of symbols and formatting used in the manual.

Declaration of Conformity

Front Panel Controls

Front Panel Information Display

Rear Panel Connections

Remote Control Functions

Installation and Connections

System Installation

Initial steps for setting up the receiver and connecting components.

Audio Equipment Connections

Guidance on connecting audio sources and speakers.

Video Equipment Connections

Instructions for connecting video sources and display devices.

Installation and Connections

System and Power Connections

Connecting power to the unit and accessory outlets.

Remote Control Extension

Setting up an optional remote sensor.

AC Power Connections

Connecting the power cord and using accessory outlets.

System Configuration

Speaker Selection and Placement

Choosing and positioning speakers for optimal sound.

Speaker Placement

Detailed guidance on placing front and surround speakers.

System Configuration

System Setup

Final steps to prepare the receiver for operation.

Speaker Configuration

Setting receiver parameters based on speaker types.

System Configuration

Output Level Adjustment

Calibrating audio output levels for each speaker channel.

System Configuration

Delay Settings

Adjusting audio signal delay for surround sound synchronization.

Operation

Basic Operation

Fundamental steps for turning on, off, and using the receiver.

Source Selection

Choosing different audio and video input sources.

Surround Mode Selection

Selecting and using various surround sound modes.

Operation

Surround Mode Chart

Reference table detailing surround modes and their features.

Operation

Digital Audio Playback

Connecting and playing digital audio sources.

Operation

PCM Audio Playback

Playing back PCM digital audio sources like CDs.

Operation

Tuner Operation

Using the AM/FM tuner, station selection, and presets.

RDS Operation

Utilizing the Radio Data System features for FM tuning.

Operation

Tape Recording

Connecting and using the tape monitor outputs.

Output Level Trim Adjustment

Fine-tuning audio levels using program material.

Operation

Memory Backup

Information on how presets and settings are preserved.

Processor Reset

Steps to reset the system memory for troubleshooting.

Programming the Remote

Pre-Programmed Functions

Using the remote for pre-set device controls.

Learning Commands From Another Remote

Teaching the remote new commands.

Programming the Remote

Erasing Learned Commands

Removing programmed commands from the remote.

Programming the Remote

Erasing All the Learned Commands For a Single Device

Deleting all commands for a specific device.

Erasing All Learned Commands

Clearing all learned commands from the remote.

Volume Punch-Through

Configuring volume control to work with other devices.

Programming the Remote

Macro Programming

Creating sequences of commands for single button press.

Erasing a Power Button Macro

Removing a programmed macro sequence.

Troubleshooting Guide

Technical Specifications