AVR 630 Audio/Video Receiver OWNER’S MANUAL ® Power for the Digital Revolution®
Table of Contents 3 4 4 5 7 10 14 15 15 15 16 18 19 19 20 20 20 20 20 22 22 24 25 26 26 27 27 27 29 29 31 31 31 32 32 33 33 33 33 33 33 34 34 34 35 35 35 36 36 36 37 37 37 37 37 38 38 38 40 40 40 40 41 41 41 41 Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connections Main Remote Control Functions Zone II Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections Audio Connections Video Connections SCART A/V Connections System and Power Connections Speaker Selection Speaker Placement
Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon! With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 630 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. Designed to provide all the excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and every nuance of musical selections, the AVR 630 is truly a multichannel receiver for the new millennium. In addition to the traditional 5.
Introduction / Safety Information ■ Extensive bass management options, and full digital bass management on the 6/8-channel direct inputs for use with DVD-Audio or SACD players, including Quadruple Crossover and individual settings for each input ■ A/V Sync delay adjustable for each input delivers perfect lip sync with digital programs or video displays ■ Main Backlit Remote with Internal Codes and Learning Capability ■ HDCD Decoding for Superb CD Playback Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Be
Front Panel Controls Ò ¯ ˜ Ú ı ˆ 3 9 2 1 4 ) 58 6 Ù Û & ! 7 # % @ $ ( * ^ Ó ( Ô 1 Main Power Switch 2 System Power Control 3 Power Indicator 4 Headphone Jack 5 Surround Mode Group Selector 6 Speaker Selector 7 ‹ Button 8 Tone Mode 9 Surround Mode Selector ) Tuning Selector ! Tuner Band Selector @ Set Button # Preset Station Selector $ › Button % Input Source Selector ^ RDS Selector & Delay Adjust Selector * Digital Optical 3 Input ( Input/Output Status Indicators Ó Digital Coax 3 Jack
Front Panel Controls 9 Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to cycle through the individual surround modes available after the Surround Mode Group Selector 5 was pressed (see item 5 above). Note that depending on the type of input, some modes are not always available. (See page 32 for more information about surround modes). ) Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the button to tune lower frequency stations and the right side of the button to tune higher frequency stations.
Rear Panel Connections AC OUTLETS ~230V/50Hz UNSWITCHED / 100W MAX 230 V/50Hz SWITCHED / 50W MAX ! " # $ % & AM Antenna FM Antenna Tape Inputs Tape Outputs ! Subwoofer Output DVD Audio Inputs CD Inputs Multiroom Outputs " A-BUS Connector 8-Channel Direct Inputs Digital Audio Outputs Video Monitor Outputs DVD Video Inputs $ Front Speaker Outputs & # ( ) * NOTE: To assist in making the correct connections for
Rear Panel Connections Video Monitor Outputs: Connect this jack to the composite and/or S-Video input of a TV monitor or video projector to view the on-screen menus and the output of any standard Video or S-Video source selected by the receiver’s video switcher. DVD Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to the composite or S-Video output jacks on a DVD player or other video source. $ Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right speakers.
Rear Panel Connections Preamp Outputs: Connect these jacks to an optional, external power amplifier for applications where higher power is desired. ' Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs: These speaker terminals are normally used to power the surround back left/surround back right speakers in a 7.1 channel system. However, they may also be used to power the speakers in a second zone, which will receive the output selected for a multiroom system.
Main Remote Control Functions 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , .
Main Remote Control Functions IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 630’s remote may be programmed to control up to seven devices, including the AVR. Before using the remote, it is important to remember to press the Input Selector button 4 that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate. In addition, the AVR’s remote is shipped from the factory to operate the AVR and most Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette decks.
Main Remote Control Functions K Tuning Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, these buttons will tune up or down through the selected frequency band. If the Tuner Mode button I has been pressed or the Band button ! on the front panel was held pressed so that AUTO appears in the Main Information Display ˜, pressing either of the buttons will cause the tuner to seek the next station with acceptable signal strength for quality reception.
Main Remote Control Functions * SPL Select Button: This button activates the EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the AVR 630’s output levels. When the button is pressed you will then need to select between automatic EzSet operation or using the remote as a manual SPL meter by pressing the ⁄/¤ Navigation Button E until your choice appears in the remote’s LCD display. Press the Set Button F to enter the setting, and then follow the instructions as displayed in the LCD display.
Zone II Remote Control Functions POWER A MUTE K OFF AVR VID1 VID2 AM//FM VID3 VID4 DVD CD TAPE DN TUNING UP DN PRESET UP The Zone II remote may be used in either the same room where the AVR is located, or it may be used in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor that is connected to the AVR’s Multi IR input jack . B C D E F G å Power Off: When used in the room where the AVR is located, press this button to place the unit in Standby.
Installation and Connections After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your audio and video equipment. Audio Equipment Connections We recommend that you use high-quality interconnect cables when making connections to source equipment and recorders to preserve the integrity of the signals.
Installation and Connections being the factory default. For information on changing the input assignments for either the component video jacks or the DVD player’s audio connection, see page 20. 7. If you have other devices with Y/Pr/Pb or RGB component video outputs, connect the source device to the Component Video 2 Inputs . The audio connections may be to any of the Video Audio Inputs Ô or the Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs *Ó.
Installation and Connections Black Black Figure 1: SCART/Cinch-Adapter for playback; signal flow: SCART → Cinch Yellow Yellow Red Red Black Black Red Red Blue 1 Blue Yellow Yellow Figure 2: SCART/Cinch-Adapter for record and playback; signal flow: SCART ↔ Cinch Green 1 Green White White Black Black Figure 3: Cinch/SCART-Adapter for playback; signal flow: Cinch → SCART Yellow Yellow Red Red Rot Red Figure 4: SCART/S-Video Adapter for playback; signal flow: SCART → Cinch Schwarz Black S-Video InIn S
Installation and Connections System and Power Connections The AVR 630 is designed for flexible use with multiroom systems, external control components and power amplifiers. Main Room Remote Control Extension If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smoked glass cabinet door, the obstruction may prevent the remote sensor from receiving commands. In this event, the remote sensor of any Harman Kardon or other compatible device, not covered by the door, or an optional remote sensor may be used.
Installation and Connections Once the power cord is connected, you are almost ready to enjoy the AVR’s incredible power and fidelity! Speaker Selection No matter which type or brand of speakers is used, the same model or brand of speaker should be used for the front-left, center and front-right speakers. This creates a seamless front soundstage and eliminates the possibility of distracting sonic disturbances that occur when a sound moves across mismatched front-channel speakers.
System Configuration Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps are to program the system configuration memories. First Turn On You are now ready to power up the AVR to begin these final adjustments. 1. Make certain that the AC power cord is firmly inserted in to the AC Power cord Recepticle * and plug the cord into an unswitched AC outlet. To maintian the unit's safety rating, DO NOT substitute the power cord for one with lower current capacity. 2.
System Configuration Surround Mode will ”attach” themselves to that input and be stored in a non-volatile memory. This means that once made, the selection of an input will automatically recall those settings. For that reason, the procedures described below must be repeated for each input source so that you have the opportunity to custom tailor each source to your specific listening requirements. However, once made they need not be changed again unless you need to alter a setting.
System Configuration Audio Setup This menu allows you to configure the tone controls and to turn the upsampling on or off. If you do not wish to change any of those settings at this time, proceed to the next menu screen. However, to make configuration changes to those parameters, make certain that the MASTER MENU is on the screen with the ➞ cursor pointing to the AUDIO SETUP line, and press the Set Button F. The AUDIO SETUP menu (Figure 3) will appear.
System Configuration of speaker configuration different from the default settings. 2. Begin the speaker size setup process by making certain that the cursor is pointing toward the LEFT/RIGHT line, which sets the configuration for the front left and right speakers. If you wish to make a change to the front speakers’ configuration, press the ‹ / › Buttons E so that either LARGE or SMALL appears, matching the appropriate description from the definitions shown above.
System Configuration main front left/right speakers, regardless of the type of program source or Surround mode you are listening to, press the ‹/ › Buttons E on the remote so that SUB L/R+LFE appears in the on-screen menu. When this option is selected, a full-range signal will be sent to the front left/right “main” speakers.
System Configuration * * D D L D V S O T O S M T SURROUND L S G P A E BY SELE C T * * SURR IC 7 (SURR) x REO B A C K TO MASTER M E N U Figure 6 Each of the option lines on this menu (Figure 6) selects the surround mode category, and within each of those categories there will be a choice of the specific mode options. The choice of modes will vary according to the speaker configuration in your system.
System Configuration individually for each input in use. Delay Settings Due the different distances between the listening position for the front channel speakers and the surround speakers, the amount of time it takes for sound to reach your ears from the front or surround speakers is different. You may compensate for this difference through the use of the delay settings to adjust the timing for the specific speaker placement and acoustic conditions in your listening room or home theater.
System Configuration setting, then press Set F to confirm the setting. Output Level Adjustment Output level adjustment is a key part of the configuration of any surround-sound product. It is particularly important for a digital receiver such as the AVR, as correct outputs ensure that you hear sound tracks with the proper directionality and intensity. NOTE: Listeners are often confused about the operation of the surround channels.
System Configuration You will hear a test noise circulate from speaker to speaker in a clockwise direction around the room. The test noise will play for two seconds in each speaker before circulating, and a blinking on-screen cursor will appear next to the name of each speaker location when the sound is at that speaker. Now turn up the volume until you can hear the noise clearly.
Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low Frequency Effects channel. Center: 0 - 30ft / 9m Initial Setting: 12ft / 3.6m Surround: 0 - 30ft / 9m Initial Setting: 10ft / 3m DOLBY DIGITAL EX Available when the receiver is configured for 6.1/7.1 channel operation, Dolby Digital EX is the latest version of Dolby Digital.
Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE DOLBY 3 STEREO Uses the information contained in a surround-encoded or two-channel stereo program to create center-channel information. In addition, the information that is normally sent to the rear-channel surround speakers is carefully mixed in with the front-left and front-right channels for increased realism. Use this mode when you have a center-channel speaker but no surround speakers.
Operation Basic Operation Once you have completed the setup and configuration of the AVR, it is simple to operate and enjoy. The following instructions should be followed for you to maximize your enjoyment of your new receiver: Turning the AVR On or Off • When using the AVR for the first time, you must press the Main Power Switch 1 on the front panel to turn the unit on. This places the unit in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber color of the Power Indicator 3.
Operation Controls and Use of Headphones Surround Mode Selection • Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the front panel Volume Control ı or remote Volume Up/Down )î buttons. One of the most important features of the AVR is its ability to reproduce a full multichannel surround sound field from digital sources, analog matrix surround encoded programs and standard stereo or even mono programs. • To temporarily silence all speaker outputs press the Mute button , ˚.
Operation When the 6-Channel/8-Channel direct inputs are in use there is no surround processing, as these inputs take the analog output signals from an optional, external DVD-Audio or SACD player, or another source device and carry them straight through to the volume control.
Operation To take advantage of the AVR’s MP3 capabilities, simply connect the digital (SPDIF) output of a computer sound card able to feed the MP3 format to its digital output, or the digital (SPDIF) output of MP3 compatible CD or DVD players or of a portable MP3 player with a digital output to either the rear panel Digital Inputs or the front panel Digital Inputs *Ó.
Operation Important Note: When a digital surround source (Dolby Digital, DTS) is played, the letters SBL/SBR for the Surround Back channels will appear only when a DTS ES DISCRETE 6.1 source is played. Then this surround mode will be indicated in the front display and on-screen display.
Operation Output Level Adjustment With Source Signals Normal output level adjustment for the AVR is established using the test tone, as outlined on page 27. In some cases, however, it may be desirable to adjust the output levels using program material such as a test disc, or a selection you are familiar with. Additionally, the output level for the subwoofer and those for the Stereo and VMAx modes can only be adjusted using this procedure.
Advanced Features The AVR is equipped with a number of advanced features that add extra flexibility to the unit’s operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, they provide additional options that you may wish to use. Surround Amplifier Channel Assignment The AVR is equipped with seven full-power amplifier channels to allow for complete 7.1channel operation without the need for additional external amplifiers.
Advanced Features / Multiroom Operation ume level is shown on the DEFAULT VOL SET line. Note that this setting may NOT be made with the regular volume controls. NOTE: Since the setting for the turn-on volume cannot be heard while the setting is being made, you may wish to determine the setting before making the adjustment. To do this, listen to any source and adjust the volume to the desired level using the regular volume controls )î.
Multiroom Operation the remote zone, make certain that the system is configured for that type of operation, as shown on page 37. For installations where A-BUS modules are used, follow the instructions provided with the A-BUS remote modules or keypads. Additional information will also be made available through the Harman Kardon Web Site at www.harmankardon.com.
Multiroom Operation / Tuner Operation ' when the Surround Back amplifier channels are configured for Multiroom use, as shown on page 36. This adjustment does NOT change the volume level for any room where an ABUS module is used, as that setting is only adjustable using the A-BUS module’s volume control or built-in IR sensor.
Tuner Operation RDS Operation The AVR is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a wide range of information to FM radio. Now in use in many countries, RDS is a system for transmitting station call signs or network information, a description of station program type, text messages 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 information and entertainment.
Programming the Remote Configuring the Remote The AVR 630 remote is factory-programmed for all functions needed to operate the unit. In addition, it is also preprogrammed to operate most recent Harman Kardon DVD players and changers, CD players and changers, CD recorders and cassette decks. The codes for other brand devices may be programmed into the AVR 630 remote using its extensive library of remote codes or a head-to-head learning process for codes not in the internal library.
Programming the Remote Although the AVR remote is preprogrammed with an extensive library of codes for many major brands, it is also possible that you may have attempted to program a product that is too new or too old, and thus not all of its commands will be in the code library. You may fill in the codes for any button that does not operate properly by using the learning technique shown on page 43.
Programming the Remote of the LCD screen, as shown in Figure 26. Press the Set Button F to begin the process of learning commands from another device’s remote into the AVR remote. MAIN MENU LEARN Figure 26 3. The SELECT A DEVICE message will appear in the LCD display (Figure 17). Press the ⁄¤ Navigation Buttons E to scroll through the list of device categories and press the Set Button F when the device for which you wish to set the codes appears.
Programming the Remote OLD DEVICE TYPE TV Figure 35 4. Once the “old” device type has been selected, you need to tell the remote which set of remote codes to use as a replacement for the device just selected. When the instructions shown in Figure 36 appear, press the ⁄¤ Navigation Buttons E to scroll through the list of device categories to find the name of the device that you wish to use.
Programming the Remote 7. The next display (Figure 42) and the subsequent screens are where the actual macro programming take place. The words at the left side of the top line of the display show the button that is being programmed (e.g., the Power On Button 3 or one of the Macro ) and the indication at the right Buttons side of the top line shows the number of macro steps available of 20 possible steps.
Programming the Remote Volume Punch-Through Follow these steps to enable the Volume Up/Down and Mute controls from one device to be used when the remote is otherwise programmed for a different device. Note for Volume Punch-Through: The remote’s default settings are for the AVR’s volume controls to be used when any input or device is selected with the exception of the VID 2/TV button. There is no need to program the remote for volume punch-through for the AVR’s controls with other sources, such as DVD.
Programming the Remote the DEVICE IN USE on the left side of the bottom line and the PUNCH-THROUGH device. In the example used, the display to return the remote to default settings will appear as shown in Figure 58. PUNCH-THROUGH VCR<-VCR Figure 58 Transport Punch-Through Transport punch-through allows the Play P, Stop P, Fast Forward/Reverse P, Pause P, Record P and Skip Up/Down buttons to send commands to a different device than the one that has been selected for other commands.
Programming the Remote Renaming While the names given to the buttons and inputs on the AVR represent recognizable categories of audio/ video products, system operation may be easier if the displays shown in the remote’s LCD screen are customized to reflect the specific characteristics of a playback source’s brand name or the new function given to a specific button when one remote’s controls are programmed into the AVR remote.
Programming the Remote lower line of the LCD. When the desired device name appears, press the Set Button F. SELECT A DEVICE DVD Figure 70 5. At the next menu screen you will select the first button within the device to be renamed, as instructed in the display shown in Figure 71. Select the button by simply pressing it on the remote. SELECT A KEY Figure 71 6. Depending on whether or not the button pressed already has a named function within the device selected, one of two things will happen. 8.
Programming the Remote Additional Notes on Configuring and Operating the Remote: • When the remote is being programmed, it will automatically time-out if no button is pressed within a thirty-second period. The message shown in Figure 77 will appear briefly, and the remote will then exit the feature being programmed and any data entered will be lost.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Unit does not function when Main Power Switch 1 is pushed • No AC Power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into a live outlet • Check to see if outlet is switch controlled Display lights, but no sound or picture • Intermittent input connections • Make certain that all input and speaker connections are secure • Press Mute button , • Turn up volume control • Mute is on • Volume control is down Units turns on, but Front-Panel Display does not light •
Technical Specifications Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 90 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms 5/7 Channel Surround Modes Power Per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 75 Watts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms Center channel: 75 Watts, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms Surround (L & R Side, L & R Back) channels: 75 Watts per channel, @ < 0.
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