Harman Kardon AVR 347, Service Manual

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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
The AVR 347 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI
connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.
CD and Tape Audio Inputs:
These jacks may be used to connect
audio-only source components (e.g., CD player, tape deck). Do not
connect a turntable to these jacks without a phono preamp.
Tape Outputs:
These jacks may be used to connect a CDR or
another audio-only recorder.
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Inputs:
If a source has
a compatible digital audio output, connect it to one of these jacks
for improved audio performance. Use only one type of digital audio
connection for each source.
Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Outputs:
If a source is also
an audio recorder, you may connect a compatible digital audio output
to the recorder’s input for improved recording quality.
The Bridge/DMP Input:
Connect the optional Harman Kardon
to this input for use with your iPod (not included). Make
sure the receiver is turned off (in Standby mode) when connecting
The Bridge.
6-/8-Channel Inputs:
Connect the multichannel analog audio
outputs of a DVD-Audio, SACD ™ , Blu-ray Disc ™ or HD-DVD ™ player
(or any other external decoder) to these jacks to enjoy these proprietary
formats.
NOTE: When an HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc player has an
onboard digital decoder, it is not necessary to connect it to
the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs. Only a digital audio
connection (HDMI, coaxial or optical) is needed.
Component Video Inputs:
If both a video source (e.g., DVD
player or HDTV tuner) and your television or video display have analog
component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability and if you are not using HDMI
connections for the device, then you may connect the component video
outputs of the source to one of the two component video inputs. Do
not make any other video connections to that source.
Component Video Monitor Outputs:
If you are using one of
the Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is
component-video-capable and if you are not connecting the HDMI
output to our display, you may connect these jacks to the corresponding
inputs on your video display.
NOTES:
• Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is no output at the
Component Video Monitor Outputs for copy-protected
sources.
• High-resolution 1080i and 1080p video signals are not
available at the HDMI Output, and are downconverted to
720p for the Component Video Outputs. If your source output
is analog high-resolution video, either use the Component
Video Outputs, lower the output resolution of your source
device, or connect your source’s component video outputs
directly to your video display.
• Due to the design of some video displays, analog 480p or
720p component video source signals may produce artifacts
when used with the AVR’s analog video outputs (composite,
S-video or component video). If this occurs, try changing the
Video Mode setting in the INPUT SETUP menu, or connecting
the source device’s video output directly to your video display.
However, for best results, we recommend you consider
upgrading to an HDMI-capable video display.
RS-232 Serial Port:
This specialized connector may be used with
your personal computer in case Harman Kardon offers a software
upgrade for the receiver at some time in the future.
RS-232 Mode:
Leave this switch popped out in the Operate position
unless the AVR 347 is being upgraded.
RS-232 Reset:
This switch is only used during a software upgrade.
A standard processor reset is performed by pressing and holding the
front-panel Tone button.
Switched AC Accessory Outlet:
You may plug the AC power
cord of one source device into this outlet, and it will turn on whenever
you turn on the receiver. Do not use a source that consumes more than
50 watts of power.
AC Power Cord Input:
After you have made all other connections,
plug the AC power cord into an unswitched outlet. Plug the female end
of the cord into this receptacle, which conveniently allows you to install
all wiring ahead of time.
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