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Signature 2.0
Congratulations! With the purchase of a Harman
Kardon Signature Series product you are about to begin
many years of listening enjoyment. The Model 2.0
Processor/Tuner has been designed to provide all the
excitement and detail of motion picture soundtracks and
reproduce every subtle nuance of your favorite musical
selection. On-board Dolby* Digital and DTS
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decoding
enables the 2.0 to deliver six channels of fully discrete
sound from the exciting new digital audio formats that
are a part of DVD and HDTV broadcasts. A wide selec-
tion of matrix decoding modes delivers full compatibility
with conventional Dolby Surround stereo and mono
programs. The 2.0 is also ready to accept future surround
systems through the use of six-channel direct inputs
that accommodate optional outboard decoders for future
surround systems.
Mute
Tune
Surround
Source
2.0
Standby
On/Off
DVD Vol
Dolby Digital 10
While complex digital circuits are hard at work within
the 2.0, a simple F menu system and learning remote
control make the unit easy to install and operate.
In addition to selecting from a variety of audio/video
sources, the Signature 2.0 is equipped with the latest
in tuner technology, including the RDS data system
that automatically identifies FM stations transmitting
special data and provides information they transmit
about the station’s programming. The RDS system even
lets you automatically search for a station with a specific
program type from the participating stations in your
reception area.
To obtain maximum benefit from the Signature 2.0’s
many features we urge you to take a few minutes to read
through this manual. That will ensure that connections
to playback sources, power amplifiers and other external
devices are made properly. In addition, a few minutes
spent learning the functions for the various controls and
the meaning of the on-screen and front panel display
messages will enable you to take advantage of all the
power the Signature 2.0 is able to deliver.
Harman Kardon has been a part of the audio world
since it invented the first high-fidelity receiver over forty-
five years ago. With the combination of state-of-the-art
circuitry and time honored design philosophies, the
Signature 2.0 is one of the most innovative products
ever offered by Harman Kardon. Should you have any
questions about this product, its operation or installation
that are not answered in this manual please contact your
retailer or custom installer. They are your best source for
product information. You may also contact Harman Kardon
via the World Wide Web at www.harmankardon.com
The following are among the 2.0’s many features:
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On-Board Dolby Digital and DTS Decoding
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Multiple Coax and Optical Digital Inputs
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Composite and S-Video Switching
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Easy-To-Use On-Screen Menu Control System
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FM Stereo/AM Tuner With RDS Data System
and 30 Presets
■
Learning Remote Control Pre-Programmed With
Harman Kardon and RC-5 Control Codes
■
Trigger Output For Automatic Control of Signature
Series Power Amplifiers
■
RS-232 Control Port For Connection To External
Automation Systems
■
Six-Channel Direct Inputs For Use With External
Audio Adapters or Decoders.
