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CONNECTIONS
S-video, or “separate” video, transmits the chrominance and luminance
components using separate wires contained within a single cable.
The plug on an S-video cable contains four metal pins, plus a plastic
guide pin. Be careful to line up the plug correctly when you insert it into
the jack on the receiver, source or video display. See Figure 11.
Figure 11 – S-Video
Component video separates the video signal into three components –
one luminance (“Y”) and two sub-sampled color signals (“Pb” and “Pr”) –
that are transmitted using three separate cables. The “Y” cable is color-
coded green, the “Pb” cable is colored blue and the “Pr” cable is
colored red. See Figure 12.
Figure 12 – Component Video
If it’s available on your video display, HDMI is recommended as the best
quality connection, followed by component video, S-video and then
composite video.
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 avail-
able at the HDMI Output, but 1080i signals are passed
through, as is, to the Component Video Outputs. If your
source outputs analog high-resolution video, either use the
Component Video Outputs, change the output resolution of
your source device to 720p, 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 that you consider
upgrading to an HDMI-capable video display.
Antennas
The AVR 350 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM
antennas that provide proper reception for the tuner.
The FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See Figure 13.
Figure 13 – FM Antenna
The AM loop antenna needs to be assembled. Then connect the two
leads to the screw terminals on the receiver. See Figure 14.
Figure 14 – AM Antenna
To enjoy XM satellite radio, purchase an XM antenna module designed
for use with XM Ready devices and a subscription to the XM service.
Harman Kardon recommends the XM Mini Tuner and Home Dock
Bundle, available at www.xmradio.com. The older Connect and Play
module is also compatible with the AVR 350, but it may no longer be
available in your area.
An XM Ready-compatible module uses the special connector on the
AVR 350’s rear panel that allows you to use the AVR’s tuner, including
its 40 preset station locations and remote control. Although you may
use a module with standard audio connections, which may be indicated
for “car and home use,” you will not be able to enjoy the AVR 350’s
ease of control.
RS-232 Serial Port
The RS-232 serial port on the AVR 350 is used only for data. If
Harman Kardon releases a software upgrade for the receiver’s operating
system at some time in the future, the upgrade may be downloaded
to the AVR using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at
that time.
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