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HARMAN KARDON

®

 AVR 1610

Key Features

Five 85-watt-per-channel amplifiers with high-performance digital 
power supply

The AVR 1610 high-performance audio/video receiver pumps
out 85 watts per channel to power a full five-channel, networked 
surround-sound system. It can also connect to a powered 
subwoofer to provide enhanced low-frequency performance for all 
your entertainment. While the amplifiers retain the time-tested 
Harman Kardon

®

 high-current capacity (HCC) ultrawide-bandwidth 

design to ensure the most accurate, dynamic sound with enhanced 
clarity and realism – even at the highest listening levels, a digitally 
based power supply gives the amplifiers all the wattage they need 
without the weight of traditional power-supply designs and their 
heavy transformers. The net result is a great-sounding AVR in a 
small form that is friendly to the environment.

Bluetooth

 technology and DLNA 1.5 compliance

The AVR 1610 can stream audio from virtually any portable device. 
You can connect and charge Apple devices, such as an iPad, 
iPhone or iPod touch, directly to the front-panel USB jack and 
playback without the need for an external adapter. For other 
tablets, smartphones and laptops, you can take advantage of the 
AVR 1610’s integrated HARMAN TrueStream, Bluetooth technology. 
The AVR is also DLNA 1.5 compliant, which gives you more options 
for delivering content over your home network.

HARMAN TrueStream technology

The HARMAN TrueStream guarantee ensures the best possible 
listening experience when you stream audio wirelessly via 

Bluetooth

 

technology. HARMAN TrueStream tech delivers the most current, 
most advanced wireless option to ensure the highest-quality sound, 
no matter what application or source device you use.

Built-in vTuner (Internet radio) streaming

The AVR 1610 features vTuner Internet radio to connect you to a 
whole world of online audio entertainment. As soon as it’s out of the 
box, you can stream over-the-air radio stations from around the globe 
as well as stream from a wide range of internet-only radio stations.

Five 3D-ready HDMI inputs including one with MHL

Five HDMI inputs with 3D and 30/36-bit Deep Color deliver high- 
definition digital video at resolutions up to 1080p with full-fidelity 
audio through a single cable. There is no loss of video or audio 
quality because of format conversion, just full-impact Hollywood 
excitement as its creators meant you to experience it.

Front-panel USB port for connection to compatible Apple 
products or USB sticks

The AVR 1610 gives you multiple options for audio playback with its 
front-panel USB port. Simply connect an iPhone, iPad, iPod or USB stick 
to play your stored tracks through your home entertainment system.

MHL connectivity

Whether it’s captured by your camera, phone or tablet, or streamed 
from a Roku Streaming Stick dongle, you can deliver high-definition 
audio/video content directly to your HDTV via the AVR 1610’s MHL 
connection.

Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding

The AVR 1610 delivers high-resolution audio that matches the 
digital video quality of Blu-ray Disc

TM

 formats, unlocking the full 

potential of movie soundtracks formatted with Dolby TrueHD and 
DTS-HD Master Audio coding. No matter what mode or mood you 
are in, you’ll always hear audio playback at its finest.

Beautiful sound for your wireless and wired devices.

EzSet/EQ III auto-calibration

The new HARMAN EzSet/EQ III auto-calibration process precisely 
adjusts the AVR 1610’s volume levels, speaker distance/delay time 
settings and equalization to optimize audio performance 
automatically for your specific speaker system and room 
conditions. The system features an easy-to-follow menu display 
and includes a plug-in calibration microphone.

HARMAN GreenEdge technology

The HARMAN GreenEdge logo assures you that the AVR 1610’s 
design is environmentally friendly without compromising the 
premium performance for which HARMAN products are known. 
Thanks to an advanced power supply, the AVR 1610 can deliver 
high-quality audio in a small, light chassis that uses less metal and 
plastic. The small design means that less fuel is used in 
transportation with the end result being a lower carbon footprint.

New, compact design

The AVR 1610 takes the award-winning Harman Kardon look to a new 
level with a flush volume control and more compact design. Because 
of the lighter weight made possible by an advanced digital power 
supply, the unit weighs less without sacrificing performance so that it 
is the perfect match for the thin glass shelves of today’s open 
TV/entertainment furniture. Color-coded connectors and binding-post 
speaker terminals All connections on the AVR 1610 are color-coded to 
simplify hook-up and reduce errors. 

Color-coded connectors and binding-post speaker terminals

All connections on the AVR 1610 are color-coded to simplify hook-up 
and reduce errors. Color-coded binding-post speaker terminals on all 
output channels accept banana plugs, pin connectors or bare wire to 
provide secure links for your speaker cables.

Multidevice, programmable remote control

The AVR 1610 simplifies your life with a programmable infrared (IR) 
remote control. It works seamlessly with the receiver’s multilingual 
on-screen display, guiding you through system setup and operation 
with consummate ease. The multidevice remote can also control 
your TV, cable boxes, satellite tuners and other playback sources. 
For further installation flexibility, there is a 12-volt trigger output and 
a remote IR sensor input.

Harman Kardon Remote app for compatible iOS and Android 
smartphones and tablets

Taking control to the next level, the Harman Kardon Remote app
is available from the iTunes App Store for iOS devices and the
Google Play service for compatible Android products. It will let you 
use your compatible smartphone or tablet to drive the AVR 1610 
without picking up the remote.

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