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Harman Kardon BDS 277 User Manual

Harman Kardon BDS 277
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Blu-ray Disc
receiver
BDS 275/BDS 575/
BDS 277/BDS 577
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Harman Kardon BDS 277 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHarman Kardon
ModelBDS 277
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started and Basic Care

Verify Line Voltage Before Using

Ensures safe operation by confirming correct voltage compatibility before connecting.

Installation Location

Guidance on selecting an optimal and safe placement for the BDS receiver unit.

Receiver Front-Panel Controls

Volume Control/Power Button

Control for adjusting volume and toggling the receiver between On and Standby modes.

Receiver Rear-Panel Connections

Main Power Switch

Mechanical switch to turn the receiver's power supply on or off.

Speaker Connectors

Terminals for connecting satellite and center speakers to the receiver.

Network Connector

For connecting the receiver to a home network for streaming.

HDMI® Monitor Out Connector

Connects receiver's HDMI output to TV; supports Audio Return Channel.

HDMI Input Connectors

Inputs for connecting up to three additional HDMI source devices.

AC Power Connector

Port for connecting the detachable AC power cord.

Remote Control Functions

Source Buttons

Selects various input sources and turns on the receiver.

Home Button

Returns the on-screen display to the Home screen.

Connections

Connecting the Speakers

Detailed guide on how to connect speakers to the BDS receiver.

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

Instructions for connecting a powered subwoofer to the receiver.

Connecting a TV or Video Display

Guide to connecting the BDS receiver's HDMI output to a TV or display.

Connecting Your Component Video Source Device

How to connect component video sources without HDMI.

Connecting Your HDMI Source Devices

Instructions for connecting HDMI-equipped audio/video source devices.

Connecting Your Optical Digital Audio Source Devices

How to connect devices with optical digital audio outputs.

Connecting to Your Home

Guide to connecting the BDS receiver to a home network via Ethernet.

Preparing the Remote Control

Programming the Remote Control

Steps to program the remote to control auxiliary components.

Auto Search Method

Method for automatically finding setup codes for remote control programming.

Programming Individual Button Codes on the Remote

Teaches the remote to learn commands from other remotes.

Setting Up the Receiver

Initial Setup

Guides the user through the first-time setup process for the receiver.

Settings Menu

Accesses various receiver settings and preferences for optimal performance.

System

Configures system-wide settings like brightness, standby, and upgrades.

Network

Configures network settings for internet and streaming services.

Display Settings

Optimizes display parameters like aspect ratio, resolution, and color space.

TV

Sets TV-specific display parameters like aspect ratio, resolution, and color space.

Video Processing

Adjusts internal video processing for brightness, contrast, and sharpness.

Audio Settings

Configures audio parameters like tone controls, output, and speaker settings.

Speaker Settings

Configures speaker system type and performs automatic/manual calibration.

EzSet/EQ

Automatically detects speaker capabilities and optimizes performance.

EzSet/EQ(Automatic Setup)

Guides through automatic speaker setup and testing process.

Manual Configuration

Step-by-step guide for manually configuring speaker distances.

Using the Receiver

Home Menu

Displays the main menu for selecting sources and settings.

Adjusting Individual Speaker Volumes

How to adjust the volume levels for each speaker in the system.

Surround-Sound Modes

Explains different surround-sound modes and how to switch them.

Using the Disc Player

Loading and Playing a Disc

Steps for inserting a disc and starting playback.

Playback Features

Details on features like Repeat, A-B Repeat, Options, and Find.

Playing Streaming Media via Your Home Network

Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)

Explains DLNA for sharing media over a network.

Playing Files from USB Devices and Data Discs

Viewing Photos

How to view photo files stored on USB devices or data discs.

Playing Music Files

How to play music files from USB devices or data discs.

Playing Videos

How to play video files from USB devices or data discs.

Troubleshooting

The Receiver Won't Power Up

Solutions for when the receiver fails to power on.

No TV Picture with Sound

Troubleshooting steps for missing TV picture with audio.

Receiver Unresponsive to Remote Commands

Solutions for when the remote control is unresponsive.

Erratic Receiver Behavior

General troubleshooting for erratic receiver behavior.

Specifications

Audio Section

Technical specifications for the receiver's audio performance.

Disc Player Section

Technical specifications for the disc player capabilities.

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