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INTRODUCTION

audio Inputs

AM/FM tuner

 

Analog Audio 1 through 5

 

Front-panel Analog Audio

 

6-/8-Channel Analog Audio

 

audio/Video Inputs

Three Analog Video

 

Front-panel Analog Video

 

Two Component Video 100MHz

 

Four HDMI™ (V.1.3a with Deep Color)

 

Faroudja DCDi Cinema™ video processing

 

Transcodes composite video to component video

 

Transcodes 576i/480i video to component video format, with 

 

upscaling to 1080i

Transcodes 576i/480i video to HDMI output, with upscaling to 1080p

 

 

 dock for iPod* and iPhone connectivity with audio/video 

playback

Digital audio Inputs

Coaxial: two rear-panel/one front-panel

 

Optical: three rear-panel/one front-panel

 

outputs

7.1-Channel preamp outputs

 

Analog Audio 2 and 4

 

Analog Video 2

 

Video Monitor (composite and component)

 

Digital Audio (one coaxial)

 

HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color)

 

Multizone Audio: speaker- and two line-level (one dedicated, one shared 

 

with surround back channels)

A-BUS® port

 

Headphone

 

ease of use

EzSet/EQ™ automated setup (microphone supplied)

 

Full-color user interface and setup menu, generated in high-definition 

 

video

Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display

 

Color-coded connections

 

Programmable, learning eight-device main remote control (includes AVR 

 

control over The Bridge III)

Source input renaming

 

Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec)

 

USB port for system upgrades

 

Switched accessory power outlet

 

Remote infrared (IR) input and output

 

Zone 2 IR input, Carrier IR output and A-BUS IR Output

 

IEC detachable AC power cord for easy installation (

 

AVR 460 only)

Supplied accessories

The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 460/AVR 360. If any 
of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at 
www.harmankardon.com.

System and Zone 2 remote controls (Zone 2 Remote Control 

 

AVR 460 only)

EzSet/EQ™ microphone

 

AM loop antenna

 

FM wire antenna

 

Four AAA batteries for 

 

AVR 360 and Six AAA batteries for AVR 460

Two covers for front-panel jacks

 

AC power cord (

 

AVR 460 only)

*  Charges iPod nano 4th generation, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPhone 3G, iPod nano 3rd 

generation, iPod classic, iPhone, iPod touch 1st generation, iPod nano 2nd generation, 
iPod 5th generation, iPod nano 1st generation, iPod 4th generation, iPod mini.

Summary of Contents for HARMAN/KARDON AVR 460

Page 1: ...AVR 460 AVR 360 AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVERS OWNER S MANUAL Basic Functions...

Page 2: ...er supply cord shall remain readily operable 17 Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like 18 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle...

Page 3: ...e finish cleaning materials used and normal heat and vibration caused by the use of the product or other factors We recommend that caution be exercised in choosing an installation location for the com...

Page 4: ...VR 460 AVR 360 29 Volume Control 29 Dolby Volume 30 Mute Function 30 Sleep Timer 30 Audio Effects 30 Video Modes 30 Headphones 30 Source Selection 31 Using the Radio 31 RDS Functions 32 Recording 32 U...

Page 5: ...become more familiar with its features and their operation If you have any questions about this product its installation or its operation please contact your Harman Kardon retailer or custom installer...

Page 6: ...lor user interface and setup menu generated in high definition video Two line dot matrix front panel display Color coded connections Programmable learning eight device main remote control includes AVR...

Page 7: ...for the current source Resolution Press this button to access the AVR s video output resolution setting 576i 576p 720p 1080i or 1080p IMPORTANT NOTE If the AVR s video output resolution is set higher...

Page 8: ...a digital camera or game console to these jacks Use only one type of audio and one type of video connection Note The AVR s menus refer to these jacks as the Optical Front Coaxial Front Composite Fron...

Page 9: ...e AVR Remote IR Carrier Output AVR 460 only This output is similar in function to the Remote IR Output with the difference that this jack outputs the full infrared signal as received by the AVR s IR s...

Page 10: ...the source to one of the sets of 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 yo...

Page 11: ...h only the codes specific to each brand and model changing depending on which product code is programmed The AUX and Cable SAT Source Selectors may be used for multiple device types Other Source Selec...

Page 12: ...me The surround mode will change when the menu line is highlighted To change the surround mode for the selected category press the OK Button when the menu line is highlighted and select one of the ava...

Page 13: ...f the remote Make sure to observe proper polarity by matching the and symbols on the batteries to the symbols printed inside the compartment The following explanations describe the buttons that are no...

Page 14: ...he surround back channels power loudspeakers located in another room Many people expect the surround speakers to play as loudly as the front speakers Although all of the speakers in the system will be...

Page 15: ...bass which require more power To obtain the best results most speaker manufacturers offer powered subwoofers that contain their own amplifier Usually a line level nonamplified connection is made from...

Page 16: ...l Audio Analog Audio Two channel analog connections require two cables one for the left channel white and one for the right channel red These two cables are often attached to each other See Figure 7 F...

Page 17: ...nce Y and two sub sampled color signals Pb and Pr that are transmitted using three separate cables See Figure 11 Component video cable Y Green Pb Blue Pr Red Figure 11 ComponentVideo If it s available...

Page 18: ...akers are placed 90 degrees from the center speaker directly to either side of the listening position The surround back left and right speakers are placed 150 degrees from the center speaker or direct...

Page 19: ...programming control codes into the handheld remote and as explained on page 23 you may reassign any Source Selector s device type Any audio or video source may be connected to any matching jack on the...

Page 20: ...ly record from their direct cable or satellite television signals to the AVR s recording outputs Decide which audio inputs to connect to each source 6 Assign only one unique digital audio input to eac...

Page 21: ...minal on the AVR also colored black and the positive terminal on the speaker usually red to the positive terminal on the AVR color varies by channel see Table 1 on page 15 If you have a subwoofer conn...

Page 22: ...r distribute the audio signal to a single pair of speakers or to several pairs placed in different rooms The Zone 2 Audio Outputs offer the benefit of 7 1 channel audio in the main room simultaneously...

Page 23: ...Sources Into the Remote The AVR 460 AVR 360 remote may be programmed to control many brands and models of DVD players cable boxes satellite receivers the Harman Kardon DMC 1000 digital media center an...

Page 24: ...the four Soft key Buttons Channel Up Down Volume Up Down Mute and the Transport Controls including Record Press and hold the source button until the Source Selector flashes three d times Program addi...

Page 25: ...evices should be connected You should be able to turn on the receiver and view the main menu when you press the Setup Button If necessary reread the Installation Section and the beginning of this sect...

Page 26: ...nect the subwoofer until after running the EzSet EQ process The test will begin and the screen shown in Figure 23 will appear Maintain silence during the EzSet EQ configuration Figure 23 EzSet EQ in P...

Page 27: ...d to and select that input here If both analog and digital audio connections were made select the digital input here and select the analog input at the Audio Auto Polling and Zone 2 Audio lines below...

Page 28: ...the HDMI Bypass mode is on it is not possible to blend the video source signal with the AVR s on screen menus When any remote or front panel buttons are pressed the AVR will momentarily exit HDMI Byp...

Page 29: ...m web site Dolby Volume The AVR 460 AVR 360 implements Dolby Volume processing which can improve the audio performance of the system by revealing subtle details even at normal home listening volumes O...

Page 30: ...P3 enhancement to improve performance Access these settings from the Audio Effects submenu as described in the Advanced Functions Manual It is recommended that you leave the settings at their default...

Page 31: ...sages about the station or specifics of a musical selection and the correct time As more FM stations become equipped with RDS capabilities the AVR will serve as an easy to use center for both informat...

Page 32: ...d Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials is prohibited by federal law Using Docking Station The Bridge III is an optional dock that is compatible with most docking iPod models 4G and later...

Page 33: ...ed to the AVR 460 AVR 360 and the system is not in iPod Manual Mode the Now Playing screen will appear and display the play mode icon song title artist and album A graphic bar indicates the current pl...

Page 34: ...or Game mode depending on the source Virtual Surround When only two main speakers are present in the system Harman Virtual Surround may be used to create an enhanced soundfield that virtualizes the mi...

Page 35: ...er wires for shorts at receiver and speaker ends Amplifier is in protection mode due to internal problems Contact your local Harman Kardon service center No sound from surround or center speakers Inco...

Page 36: ...time Table A2 Source Setting Defaults Cable Sat DVD Media Server Radio TV Game AUX The Bridge Surround Modes Auto Select Logic 7 Movie Logic 7 Movie Logic 7 Movie Logic 7 Movie Logic 7 Movie Logic 7...

Page 37: ...4 4 kg Depth measurement includes knobs buttons and terminal connections Height measurement includes feet and chassis Features specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice TECHNI...

Page 38: ...8500 Balboa Blvd Northridge CA 91329 www harmankardon com 2009 Harman International Industries Incorporated All rights reserved Part No CQX1A1433Z...

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