Connections
AVR 1650, AVR 165
Connect the Radio Antennas
• Connect the supplied FM antenna to the AVR's FM 75
Ω
antenna connector. For the best
reception, extend the FM antenna as far as possible.
• Bend and fold the base of the supplied AM antenna as shown and connect the antenna wires
to the AVR's AM and Gnd connectors. (You can connect either wire to either connector.)
Rotate the antenna as necessary to minimize background noise.
NOTE: For instructions on connecting the Trigger output to compatible equipment, please
download the
AVR 1650/AVR 165 Owner’s Manual
from www.harmankardon.com.
Connect to AC Power
Connect the AC power cord to the AVR's AC Input connector and then to a working AC power
outlet.
Set Up the AVR
Install the Batteries in the Remote Control
Remove the remote control’s battery cover, insert the three supplied AAA batteries as shown in
the illustration, and replace the battery cover.
NOTE: Remove the protective plastic from the AVR's front panel to keep it from reducing
the remote control’s effectiveness.
Turn On the AVR
1. Set the rear-panel Main Power switch to “On.” (The front-panel Power indicator will glow
amber.)
2. Press the front-panel Power button.
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FM Antenna
(supplied)
AM Antenna
(supplied)
Bend and fold base
AVR
Antenna
Connectors
AVR
AC Input
Connector
AC Power
Outlet
Power Cord
(supplied)
Main Power
Switch
Power
Button
