Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Table of Contents; Typographical Conventions; E X A M P L E; Declaration of Conformity; We, Harman Consumer International
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Introduction 4 Safety Information 5 Front Panel Controls 7 Front Panel Information Display 9 Rear Panel Connections 11 Main Remote Control Functions 14 Zone II Remote Control Functions 15 Installation and Connections 19 System Configuration 19 Speaker Selection and Placement 20...
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; Introduction; decoding, the AVR5000 delivers
INTRODUCTION 3 Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon! With the purchase of a Harman KardonAVR5000 you are about to begin many years oflistening enjoyment. The AVR5000 has been cus-tom designed to provide all the excitement anddetail of movie sound tracks and every nuanceof musical select...
Page 4 - SAFETY INFORMATION; Safety Information; Important Safety Information; To assure proper operation and to avoid the; Unpacking
4 SAFETY INFORMATION Safety Information Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your AVR5000 has been designed for use with220-240-Volt AC current. Connection to a linevoltage other than that for which it is intendedcan create a safety and fire hazard and maydamage the unit. If y...
Page 5 - Front Panel Controls; ı Ù
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS 5 1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the AVR5000. When the switchis pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standbymode, as indicated by the amber LED 3 sur- rounding the System Power Control 2 . This button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit.To turn the un...
Page 6 - FRONT PANEL CONTROLS; TUNED
6 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Front Panel Controls 7 Surround Mode Selector: Press this but- ton to change the surround mode by scrollingthrough the list of available modes. Note thatDolby Digital and DTS modes can be selectedonly when a digital input is used (See page 28for more information about surround...
Page 7 - FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY; Front Panel Information Display; THEATER; DTS; NIGHT; V M A x F
ABCDEFGHIJK LMNOPQRSTUV WXYZAA ABACADAE FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 7 Front Panel Information Display COAXIAL THEATER 5 CH STEREO HALL 12 3 - STEREO PRO LOGIC DIGITAL DTS DOLBY D PCMMP3 NIGHT MULTI OPTICAL ANALOG OSD LFE 0 C L 0 1 2 3 1 2 3 MEMORY PRESET SLEEP AUTO 5.1 LOGIC 7 CM VMAx NF MUTE TU...
Page 8 - Preset; AA; TA Traffic Announcement Indicator:; AB; Clock Time Indicator:; AD
8 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY Front Panel Information Display S Preset Indicator: This indicator lights when the tuner is in use to show that the Preset Number/Sleep Timer R is showing the sta- tion’s preset memory number. (See page 33 formore information on tuner presets.) T Sleep Indicator: Th...
Page 9 - REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS; Rear Panel Connections; Video 1 Audio Inputs:
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS 9 Rear Panel Connections b HDCD ® , High Definitioni Compatible Digital and Pacific Microsonics™ are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc. In the UnitedStates and/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from PacificMicrosoni...
Page 11 - MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS; Main Remote Control Functions; Buttons
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 11 Main Remote Control Functions Power On ButtonIR Transmitter WindowProgram/SPL IndicatorPower Off ButtonInput SelectorsAVR SelectorAM/FM Tuner SelectLearn ButtonTest ButtonSleep ButtonSurr...
Page 14 - ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS; Zone II Remote Control Functions
14 ZONE II REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS Zone II Remote Control Functions å Power Off ∫ AVR Selector ç AM/FM Tuner Select ∂ Input Selectors ≠ Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play ƒ Record/Pause © Preset/Track Skip ˙ Disc Skip î Volume Up/Down ∆ Play Forward/Reverse/Stop ˚ Mute NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used ...
Page 15 - INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS; Audio Equipment Connections; Installation and Connections
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 15 After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solidsurface capable of supporting its weight, you willneed to make the connections to your audio andvideo equipment. Audio Equipment Connections We recommend that you use high-quality inter-connect cables when making conn...
Page 16 - SCART A/V Connections; TV Monitor
16 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS Installation and Connections SCART A/V Connections For the connections described above your videodevice needs RCA (cinch) connectors or/and S-Video connectors for all Audio and Video signals:Any normal video device (Not SVHS or High 8)for only playback needs 3 RCA jac...
Page 17 - INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS; Note for RGB signal with SCART:; ”Video Connection
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 17 Installation and Connections Black Yellow Red Figure 1: SCART/Cinch-Adapter for playback; signal flow: SCART → Cinch Black Red Blue Yellow Green White Figure 2: SCART/Cinch-Adapter for record and playback; signal flow: SCART ↔ Cinch Black Yellow Red Figure 3: Cinch/SC...
Page 18 - System and Power Connections
18 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS System and Power Connections The AVR5000 is designed for flexible use withmultiroom systems, external control componentsand power amplifiers. Main Room Remote Control Extension If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smokedglass cabinet door, the obstruction may p...
Page 19 - SYSTEM CONFIGURATION; System Configuration; Speaker Selection
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 19 System Configuration When all audio, video and system connectionshave been made, there are a few configurationadjustments that must be made. A few minutesspent to correctly configure and calibrate theunit will greatly add to your listening experience. Speaker Selection No mat...
Page 20 - First Turn On and Use of the OSD; Û Y; Settings to be Made With Each
20 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration First Turn On and Use of the OSD Once the speakers have been placed in theroom and connected, the remaining steps are toprogram the system configuration memories.With the AVR5000 two kind of memories areused, those associated individually with theinput se...
Page 22 - Speaker Setup; front speaker outputs
22 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration Speaker Setup This menu tells the AVR5000 which type ofspeakers are in use. This is important as itadjusts the settings that determine which speak-ers receive low frequency (bass) information. Foreach of these settings use the L A R G E setting if the spe...
Page 23 - Making Settings independent of
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 23 At this line you will select the frequency at whichbass information is directed to the Subwoofer Output . The choices available will depend on the setting made previously for the frontleft/right speakers. When making these selec-tions, choose the crossover frequency that is c...
Page 26 - R E T U R N T O
26 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION System Configuration Continue to adjust the individual speakers untilthey all have the same volume. Note that adjust-ments should be made with the ‹ / › buttons E! on the remote only, NOT the main vol- ume controls. You may also adjust the output levels manuallywhile using th...
Page 27 - OPERATION; Operation; Basic Operation; S L E E P O F F; Source Selection; MUTE; T o n e O u t
OPERATION 27 Operation Basic Operation Once you have completed the setup and configu-ration of the AVR5000, it is simple to operateand enjoy. The following instructions should befollowed for you to maximize your enjoyment ofyour new receiver: Turning the AVR5000 On or Off • When using the AVR5000 fo...
Page 28 - Surround Mode Chart; MODE
28 OPERATION Operation Surround Mode Chart MODE FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides Center: 0 ms – 5 ms up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low Frequency Effects Initial Setting – 0...
Page 29 - Surround Mode Selection; C D F H I J K L N; Digital Audio Playback
OPERATION 29 Operation Surround Mode Selection One of the most important features of the AVR5000 is its ability to reproduce a full multi-channel surround sound field from digitalsources, analog matrix surround encoded pro-grams and standard stereo or even mono pro-grams. In all, a total of thirteen...
Page 30 - O P T I C A L
30 OPERATION Operation Playback from PCM sources may also benefitfrom the Logic 7. When playing a stereo or sur-round-encoded PCM source, such as an LD or CDor a PCM audio track from DVD, use the Logic 7C or Cinema mode. For stereo or surround encod-ed pure music recordings use the Logic 7 M orMusic...
Page 31 - D - R A N G E O F F; Tape Recording
OPERATION 31 Operation can be played with all surround modes, also withthe most effective Logic 7. ® : When this indicator lights in con- junction with the PCM indicator, the CD that isplaying is encoded using the special HighDefinition Compatible Digital ® process. HDCD ® discs use 20-bit encoding ...
Page 32 - Output Level Trim Adjustment
32 OPERATION Operation In addition to the rear panel digital outputs, theAVR 5000 offers Harman Kardon’s exclusive con-figurable front panel output jack feature. For easyconnection of portable devices, you may switchthe front panel Digital Coax jack % or the Video 4 jack ^ from an input to an output...
Page 33 - -Channel Direct Input; C H D I R E C T; Memory Backup; S T E R E O
OPERATION 33 Operation 6-Channel Direct Input The AVR5000 is equipped for future expansionthrough the use of optional, external adapters forformats that the AVR5000 may not be capable ofprocessing. When an adapter is connected to the 6-Channel Direct Input , you may select it by pressing the 6-Ch Di...
Page 34 - RDS Operation
34 OPERATION Operation RDS Operation The AVR5000 is equipped with RDS (Radio DataSystem), which brings a wide range ofinformation to FM radio. Now in use in manycountries, RDS is a system for transmittingstation call signs or network information, adescription of station program type, textmessages ab...
Page 36 - ADVANCED FEATURES; Display Brightness; Figure 9; Turn On Volume Level; Advanced Features
36 ADVANCED FEATURES The AVR5000 is equipped with a number ofadvanced features that add extra flexibility tothe unit’s operation. While it is not necessary touse these features to operate the unit, they pro-vide additional options that you may wish touse. Display Brightness The AVR5000’s front panel...
Page 37 - Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment
ADVANCED FEATURES 37 Advanced Features Semi-OSD Settings The semi-OSD system places one line messagesat the lower third of the video display screenwhenever the Volume, Input Source, Surroundmode or tuner frequency of any of the configura-tion settings are changed. The semi-OSD systemis helpful in th...
Page 38 - Multiroom Operation; Installation; uè
38 ADVANCED FEATURES Multiroom Operation The AVR5000 is fully equipped to operate as thecontrol center for a multiroom system withoptional remote external Infrared (IR) sensors,speakers and power amplifiers. Although somemulti-room installations will require the servicesof a specially trained instal...
Page 39 - PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE; Programming the Remote
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 39 Programming the Remote The AVR5000 is equipped with a powerfulremote control that will control not only thereceiver’s functions, but also most popular brandsof audio and video equipment, including CDplayers, TV sets, cable boxes, VCRs, satellitereceivers and other home-thea...
Page 40 - Code Readout
40 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE Programming the Remote Code Readout When the code has been entered using the AutoSearch method, it is always a good idea to findout the exact code so that it may be easilyreentered if necessary. You may also read thecodes to verify which device has beenprogrammed to a speci...
Page 41 - Macro Programming
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 41 Programming the Remote To erase all codes that have been programmed toall devices in the remote, follow these steps: 1. Press any Input Selector 456 and also the Learn button 7 . 2. When the red LED under the Input Selector turns red and the Program/SPL Indicator 2 flashes ...
Page 42 - Programmed Device Functions
42 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE Programmed Device Functions Once the AVR5000’s remote has been pro-grammed for the codes of other devices, press theappropriate Input Selector 4 to change the remote from control over the AVR5000 to theadditional product. When you press any of thesebuttons, it will briefly ...
Page 43 - Channel Control Punch-Through
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 43 Programming the Remote Channel Control Punch-Through The AVR 5000’s remote may be programmed tooperate so that the channel control function foreither the TV, cable or satellite receiver used inyour system may be used in conjunction withone of the other devices controlled by...
Page 44 - FUNCTION LIST; Function List
44 FUNCTION LIST Function List No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CDR 1 Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off 2 Power On Power On Power On Power On 3 Mute Mute 4 AVR AVR Select 5 DVD DVD Input Select DVD Select 6 CD CD Input Select CD Select 7 Tape Tape Input Select 8 VID 1 Video 1 Select 9 VID 2...
Page 46 - SETUP CODES; Setup Code Table: TV
46 SETUP CODES Setup Code Table: TV Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List AIWA 340 341 AKAI 019 049 050 063 102 123 133 139 141 150 174 182 195 209 225 281 288 ALBA 044 049 050 123 134 163 179 184 195 225 228 239 AMSTRAD 004 011 195 ARC EN CIEL 029 034 074 182 186 ARCAM 029 272 ASTRA 195 ATLA...
Page 49 - Setup Code Table: VCR
SETUP CODES 49 Setup Code Table: TV (continued) Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List WESTINGHOUSE 063 094 272 WESTON 168 YOKO 050 195 ZANUSSI 036 040 063 071 079 095 110 138 171 236 260 262 278 293 Setup Code Table: VCR Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 digit) List AIWA 039 044 055 073 112 1...
Page 52 - Setup Code Table: CD
52 SETUP CODES Setup Code Table: CD Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 Digit) List AIWA 072 111 118 156 170 AKAI 050 177 184 ARCAM 220 AUDIOMECA 220 BSR 044 064 CALIFORNIA AUDIO 015 109 CAPETRONIC 070 CROWN 042 DENON 187 188 212 FISHER 023 055 057 068 FUNAI 126 GOLDSTAR (LG) 016 087 GRUNDIG 220 224 2...
Page 53 - Setup Code Table: CBL
SETUP CODES 53 Setup Code Table: CD (continued) Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3 Digit) List THORENS 220 TOSHIBA 013 074 097 151 155 173 UNIVERSUM (QUELLE) 220 222 223 YAMAHA 019 031 053 061 135 169 Setup Code Table: CBL Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List BT CABLE 007 CABLETIME 008 011 01...
Page 54 - Setup Code Table: SAT
54 SETUP CODES Setup Code Table: SAT Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List AIWA 141 AKAI 033 ALBA 001 017 024 056 070 111 115 117 126 AMSTRAD 071 097 128 132 ANKARO 051 121 133 ASTRA 068 098 099 ASTRO 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 BLAUPUNKT 038 090 BRUNS 133 BUSH 024 048 056 070 077 106 126...
Page 55 - Setup Code Table: DVD
SETUP CODES 55 Setup Code Table: SAT (continued) Maker (Brand) Name Code Number (3digit) List RADIOLA 053 RADIX 047 SAKURA 054 057 SALORA 034 068 088 095 099 120 130 131 SAMSUNG 080 127 132 SAT 127 SCHAUB LORENZ 088 099 SCHNEIDER 053 SIEMENS 038 090 SKY MASTER 133 SKYLAB 121 TANDBERG 008 TANDY 085 1...
Page 56 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; Troubleshooting Guide; Processor Reset; R E S E T
56 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Troubleshooting Guide Processor Reset In the rare case where the unit’s operation or thedisplays seem abnormal, the cause may involvethe erratic operation of the system’s memory ormicroprocessor. To correct this problem, first unplug the unit fromthe AC wall outlet and wait ...
Page 57 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS; Technical Specifications; Audio Section
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 57 Technical Specifications Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 80 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz,@ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms Five-Channel Surround Modes Power Per Individual Channel Front L&R channels:70 Watts per channel,@ <...
