Harman Kardon Stereo Receiver AVR 225 User Manual

Power for the Digital Revolution.

AVR 225

AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

OWNER’S MANUAL

AVR 225

AM/FM

Tun Mode

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon ! With

Description and Features

Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver

almost fifty years ago. With state-of-the-art circuitry

and time-honored circuit designs, the AVR 225 is one

of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon.

the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 225 you are

about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The

AVR 225 has been custom-designed to provide all the

excitement and detail of movie soundtracks and every

The AVR 225 is among the most versatile and multi-

featured A/V receivers available, incorporating a wide

range of listening options. In addition to Dolby Digital

and DTS decoding for digital sources, a broad choice

of analog surround modes are available for use with

sources such as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the

AVR 225’s own FM/AM tuner. Along with the latest

■ Onboard Dolby * Digital and DTS * Decoding

nuance of musical selections. Onboard Dolby * Digital

Using Crystal * Chip Technology

and DTS * decoding allows you to take advantage of

the digital soundtracks from the latest DVD releases

and Digital Television broadcasts.

■ Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 * and

Dolby Pro Logic * II decoding technology, Dolby 3

VMAx * Modes

Stereo and custom Hall and Theater modes, only

Harman Kardon receivers offer Logic 7 * to create a

■ Dolby Laboratories’ Latest Pro Logic * II

While complex digital systems are hard at work within

the AVR 225 to make all of this happen, hookup and

operation are simple. Color-keyed connections, a pro-

grammable remote control, and on-screen menus

make the AVR 225 easy to use. To obtain the maxi-

mum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you

to take a few minutes to read through this manual.

This will ensure that connections to speakers, source

playback units and other external devices are made

properly. In addition, a few minutes spent learning the

functions of the various controls will enable you to

take advantage of all the power the AVR 225 is able

to deliver.

Decoding Technology

wider, more enveloping field environment and more

defined fly-overs and pans. Another Harman Kardon

■

Remote Automatically Sets Output

Levels for Optimum Performance

exclusive is VMAx *, which uses proprietary process-

ing to create an open, spacious sound field even when

only two front speakers are available. A Stereo-Direct

mode bypasses the digital processor to preserve all of

the subtleties of older analog, two-channel materials,

while bass management improves your ability to tailor

the sound to suit your room acoustics or taste.

■ Stereo-Direct Mode for Two-Channel Sources

Bypasses DSP Processing To Preserve the

Integrity of Analog Materials

■ Stereo-Direct Mode for Programmable Bass

Management of Low Frequencies Between

Main Speakers and Subwoofer

In addition to providing a wide range of listening

options, the AVR 225 is easy to configure so that it

provides the best results with your speakers and spe-

cific listening-room environment. On-screen menus

make it simple to enter settings for speakers, inputs

and delay times, while our exclusive EzSet^™remote

measures the system’s sound levels and automatically

calibrates them for a perfectly balanced sound field

presentation.

■ Front-Panel Digital Inputs for Easy Connection

to Portable Digital Devices and the Latest

Video Game Consoles

If you have any questions about this product, its

installation or its operation, please contact your retailer

or custom installer. They are your best local sources

of information.

■ Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs

■ On-Screen Menu and Display System

■ 6-Channel Direct Input for Use With DVD-

Audio Players, Other Products With Internal

Surround Decoders or External Surround

Decoders

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 225 features

connections for five video devices, all with both com-

posite and S-Video inputs, including the front-panel

inputs. Two additional audio inputs are available, and a

total of six digital inputs make the AVR 225 capable of

handling all the latest digital audio sources. Coax and

optical digital outputs are also available for direct con-

nection to digital recorders. Two video recording out-

puts and a six-channel input make the AVR 225

virtually future-proof, with everything needed to

accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right onboard.

The AVR 225’s powerful amplifier uses traditional

Harman Kardon high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth

design technologies.

■ Color-Coded Input, Output and Speaker

Terminals Comply With the Latest CEA

Standards for Easy Installation

TO THE USER

This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed

to provide reasonable protection against interference

in a residential area. This device generates and uses

radio frequency energy and if not installed and used

in accordance with the instructions, it may cause

interference to radio or TV reception.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

If this unit does cause interference with TV or radio

reception, you can try to correct the interference by

one or more of the following measures:

CAUTION: To reduce the risk

of electric shock,

do not remove cover (or back).

No user-serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to

A. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

B. Increase the separation between the equipment

and the receiver.

C. Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that it

is not on the same circuit as the receiver.

If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for additional suggestions.

Pour le CANADA

qualified service personnel.

CORDE DE CONNEXION CA ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRO-

DUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE

DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE

ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a

risk of electric shock to persons.

CAUTION:

For CANADA

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and

Changes or modifications to this equipment not

expressly approved by harman consumer group

for compliance could void the user’s authority to

operate this equipment.

AC POWER CORD CONNECTION CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

INTRODUCTION 3

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Installation Location

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Important Safety Information

■ To ensure proper operation and to avoid the poten-

tial for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and

level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be

certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware

can support the weight of the product.

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-

nician for help.

Your AVR 225 has been designed for use with 120-

volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than

that for which it is intended can create a safety and

fire hazard and may damage the unit.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

■ Make certain that proper space is provided both

above and below the unit for ventilation. If this

product will be installed in a cabinet or other

enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient

air movement within the cabinet. Under some

circumstances a fan may be required.

If you have any questions about the voltage requirements

for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your

area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit

into a wall outlet.

NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit

to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and

may void the user’s authority to operate the equip-

ment.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord

attached to your unit. We do not recommend that

extension cords be used with this product. As with all

electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs

or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged

power cords should be replaced immediately by an

authorized service center with a cord meeting factory

specifications.

■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations,

or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or

heating equipment.

Unpacking

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

The carton and shipping materials used to protect your

new receiver during shipment were specially designed

to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest

that you save the carton and packing materials for use

in shipping if you move, or should the unit ever need

repair.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of

the unit, or place objects directly over them.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry

cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened

with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean

water. Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER

use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any

other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive clean-

ers, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid

spraying insecticide near the unit.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

When disconnecting the power cord from an AC out-

let, always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you do

not intend to use the unit for any considerable length

of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may

wish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting the

tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton.

Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same

manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed

should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable components inside this

product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock

hazard, and any modification to the product will void

your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a

paper clip, wire or a staple accidentally falls inside the

unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immedi-

ately, and consult an authorized service station.

Moving the Unit

If you do not wish to save the packaging materials,

please note that the carton and other sections of the

shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the

environment and discard those materials at a local

recycling center.

Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any

interconnection cords with other components, and

make certain that you disconnect the unit from the

AC outlet.

Important Information for the User

CATV or Antenna Grounding

At this time you should remove the protective plastic

film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place

may affect the performance of your remote control.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply

with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to

Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-

ence in a residential installation. This equipment gener-

ates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if

not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-

tions, may cause harmful interference to radio com-

munication. However, there is no guarantee that harm-

ful interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be determined

by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to

this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to pro-

vide some protection against voltage surges and static

charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with

respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting

structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna

discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of

antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding elec-

trodes and requirements of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder

is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) system

installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that

provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in par-

ticular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-

nected to the grounding system of the building, as

close to the point of cable entry as possible.

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

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1Main Power Switch

2System Power Control

3Power Indicator

4Headphone Jack

5Selector Buttons

6Tone Mode

!Input Source Selector

@Tuning Mode Selector

#Digital Optical 3 Input

$Digital Coax 3 Jack

%Video 4 Video Input Jacks

^Video 4 Audio Input Jacks

&Bass Control

ÔSet Button

Input Indicators

ÒDelay

ÚDigital Input Selector

ÛMain Information Display

ÙChannel Select Button

ıSpeaker Select Button

ˆTest Tone Selector

7Surround Mode Selector

8Tuning Selector

*Balance Control

9AM/FM Selector

)Preset Stations Selector

(Treble Control

ÓVolume Control

˜Surround Mode Indicators

¯Remote Sensor Window

select from the choices available, as shown in the Main

Information Display Û.

1Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply

power to the AVR 225. When the switch is pressed

in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated

by the amber LED 3surrounding the System

Power Control 2. This button MUST be pressed in

to operate the unit. To turn the unit off and prevent

the use of the remote control, this switch should be

pressed until it pops out from the front panel so that

the word “OFF” may be read at the top of the switch.

3Power Indicator: This LED will be illuminated in

amber when the unit is in the Standby mode to signal

that the unit is ready to be turned on. When the unit

is in operation, the indicator will turn green. Should

the indicator turn red, turn the unit off using the

Main Power Switch 1and check the speaker

wire connections to make certain that there are no

short circuits.

6Tone Mode: Pressing this button enables or dis-

ables the Bass and Treble tone controls. When the

button is pressed so that the words TONE IN

appear in the Main Information Display Û, the

settings of the Bass &and Treble (controls may

be used to adjust the output signals. When the button

is pressed so that the words TONE OUT appear

in the Main Information Display Û, the output sig-

nal will be “flat,” without any bass or treble alteration,

no matter how the actual Bass and Treble Controls

&(are adjusted.

4Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to listen

to the AVR 225’s output through a pair of headphones.

Be certain that the headphones have a standard ¹/4"

stereo phone plug. Note that the main room speakers

will automatically be turned off when the headphone

jack is in use.

NOTE: This switch is normally left in the “ON” position.

2System Power Control: When the Main Power

Switch

is “ON,” press this button to turn on the

AVR 225; press it again to turn the unit off. Note that

7Surround Mode Selector: Press this button to

change the surround mode by scrolling through the list

of available modes. Note that depending on the type

the Power Indicator

surrounding the switch will

turn green when the unit is on.

5Selector Buttons: When you are establishing the

AVR 225’s configuration settings, use these buttons to

FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 5

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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

of input, some modes are not always available. (See

page 25 for more information about surround modes.)

plastic cap installed to avoid dust contamination that

might degrade future performance.

between the Optical #e and Coaxial $b

digital inputs or to select the source’s analog input.

(See pages 26–28 for more information on digital

audio.)

8Tuning 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. When a

station with a strong signal is reached, the Tuned

Indicator Qwill be illuminated in the Main

Information Display Û.

$Digital Coax 3 Jack: This jack is used for con-

nection to the output of portable audio devices, video

game consoles or other products that have a coax

digital audio jack.

ÛMain Information Display: This display delivers

messages and status indications to help you operate

the receiver. (See pages 7–8 for a complete explana-

tion of the Information Display.)

%Video 4 Video Input Jacks: These jacks may

be used for temporary connection to the composite or

S-Video output of video games, camcorders or other

portable video products.

In Manual tuning mode, tap the button lightly and note

that the tuner will step up one frequency increment per

button press. When the button is held for a few sec-

onds you will note that the unit will quickly advance

through the frequency band. Release it and the tuner

will stop. In Auto tuning mode, each press of the but-

ton will search for the next station with an acceptable

signal. Press and hold the button to skip through the

acceptable stations. When the button is released, the

tuner will not stop until it reaches a station with an

acceptable frequency.

ÙChannel Select Button: Press this button to

begin the process of trimming the channel output lev-

els using an external audio source. (For more informa-

tion on output level trim adjustment, see page 29.)

^Video 4 Audio Input Jacks: These audio jacks

may be used for temporary connection to video

games or portable audio/video products such as

camcorders and portable audio players.

ıSpeaker Select Button: Press this button to

begin the process of configuring the unit to match the

type of speakers used in your listening room. (See

pages 19–21 for more information on speaker setup

and configuration.)

&Bass Control: Turn this control to modify the low-

frequency output of the left/right channels by as much as

±10dB, when the unit is in the “Surround Off” mode. Set

this control to a suitable position for your taste or room

acoustics.

ˆTest Tone Selector: Press this button to begin

the process of adjusting the channel output levels

using the internal test tone as a reference. (For more

information on output level adjustment, see page 21.)

To switch back and forth between the Auto and

Manual tuning modes, press the Tuning Mode

Selector @.

*Balance Control: Turn this control to change the

relative volume for the front left/right channels.

˜Surround Mode Indicators: A green LED will

light in front of the surround mode that is currently

in use.

9AM/FM Selector: Pressing this button will auto-

matically switch the AVR 225 to the Tuner mode.

Pressing it again will switch between the AM and FM

frequency bands. (See page 28 for more information

on the tuner.)

NOTE: For proper operation of the surround modes

this control should be at the midpoint or “12 o’clock”

position.

¯Remote Sensor Window: The sensor behind

this window receives infrared signals from the remote

control. Aim the remote at this area and do not block

or cover it.

(Treble Control: Turn this control to modify the high-

frequency output of the left/right channels by as much as

±10dB, when the unit is in the “Surround Off” mode. Set

this control to a suitable position for your taste or room

acoustics.

)Preset Stations Selector: Press this button to

scroll up or down through the list of stations that have

been entered into the preset memory. (See page 28

for more information on tuner presets.)

ÓVolume Control: Turn this knob clockwise to

increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease

the volume. If the AVR 225 is muted, adjusting the

!Input Source Selector: Press this button to

change the input by scrolling up or down through the

list of input sources.

Volume Control Ó

will automatically release

the unit from the silenced condition.

@Tuning Mode Selector: Press this button to select

Auto or Manual tuning. When the button is pressed so

that the Auto Indicator Rlights, the tuner will search

for the next station with an acceptable signal when the

Tuning Selector 8uis pressed. When the button

is pressed so that the Auto Indicator Ris not lit,

each press of the Tuning Selector 8uwill

increase the frequency. This button may also be used to

switch between Stereo and Mono modes for FM radio

reception. When weak reception is encountered, press

the button until the Stereo Indicator Pgoes out to

switch to Mono reception. Press and hold again to

switch back to Stereo mode. (See page 28 for more

information on using the tuner.)

ÔSet Button: When making choices during the

setup and configuration process, press this button to

enter the desired setting as shown in the Main Infor-

mation Display Ûinto the AVR 225’s memory. The

Set button may also be used to change the display

brightness (see page 30).

Input Indicators: A green LED will light in front of

the input that is currently being used as the source for

the AVR 225.

Ò Delay: Press this button to begin the sequence

of steps required to enter delay time settings. (See

page 18 for more information on delay times.)

#Digital Optical 3 Input: Connect the optical digital

audio output of an audio or video product to this jack.

When the input is not in use, be certain to keep the

ÚDigital Input Selector: When playing a source

that has a digital output, press this button to select

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FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

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DTS

PCM

OPT 123 COAX 123 ANALOG

AUTO TUNED ST MEM PRESET

SLEEP

KHz

MHz

NIGHT

LFE

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3ST OSD DSP VMAx NF LOGIC 7 CM

B C D E F G H I J

ABitstream Indicators

BDTS Mode Indicator

CDolby Digital Indicator

DDolby Pro Logic II Indicator

EDolby 3 Stereo/Stereo Indicator

FOSD Indicator

ILogic 7 Mode Indicators

JPreset Number/Sleep Timer

KNight Mode Indicator

LSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators

MPreset Indicator

QTuned Indicator

RAuto Indicator

SMain Information Display

TAnalog Input Indicator

UCoaxial Digital Input Indicators

VOptical Digital Input Indicators

NSleep Indicator

GDSP Mode Indicator

HVMAx Mode Indicators

OMemory Indicator

PStereo Indicator

ABitstream Indicators: When the input is a digital

source, one of these indicators will light to display the spe-

cific type of data signal in use.

FOSD Indicator: When the On Screen Display

(OSD) system is in use, this indicator lights to remind

you that the other indicators in this display do not

function when the OSD is being used.

KNight Mode Indicator: This lights when the

AVR 225 is in the Night mode, which preserves the

dynamic range of digital program material at low vol-

ume levels. This mode is only available with specially

encoded Dolby Digital sources. (See page 27 for a

description of the Night mode.)

BDTS Mode Indicator: This indicator lights when a

DTS-encoded source is playing and DTS Surround

decoding is in use.

GDSP Mode Indicator: This indicator lights when

any of the surround modes created by Digital Signal

Processing, or DSP, are in use. These modes include

Hall 1, Hall 2, the Theater Mode and 5-Channel

Stereo.

LSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators: These indica-

tors are multipurpose, indicating either the speaker type

selected for each channel or the incoming data-signal

configuration. The left, center, right, right surround and

left surround speaker indicators are composed of three

boxes, while the subwoofer is a single box. The center

box lights when a “Small” speaker is selected, and the

two outer boxes light when “Large” speakers are

selected. When none of the boxes are lit for the center,

surround or subwoofer channels, no speaker has been

assigned to one of those positions. (See page 19 for

more information on configuring speakers.) The letters

inside each of the center boxes display active input

channels. For standard analog inputs, only the L and R

will light, indicating a stereo input. When a digital source

is playing, the indicators will light to display the channels

being received at the digital input. When the letters

flash, the digital input has been interrupted. (See page

27 for more information on the Channel Indicators.)

CDolby Digital Indicator: This indicator lights

when a Dolby Digital source is being played and Dolby

Digital surround decoding is in use.

HVMAx Mode Indicators: These light when the

VMAx mode is in use. VMAxFappears when the

Far Field VMAx mode is selected; VMAxNappears

when the Near Field VMAx mode is selected. (See

page 25 for a description of the VMAx modes.)

DDolby Pro Logic II Indicator: This indicator lights

when the Dolby Pro Logic II mode has been selected.

• It is possible to see the Dolby Pro Logic II indicator

lit simultaneously with the Dolby Digital indicator,

even though the Dolby Digital surround mode has

been selected. This is due to the specifications for

Dolby Digital processing, which require that the Dolby

Pro Logic II mode be used any time a two-channel

Dolby signal is detected.

ILogic 7 Mode Indicators: These indicators light

when the Logic 7 mode is in use. LOGIC7C

appears for the Cinema version; LOGIC7M

appears for the Music version of Logic 7. (See page

25 for a description of the Logic 7 modes.)

• If you desire 5.1-channel audio, check the audio

settings in the menus for both your DVD player and

your DVD disc to make sure that a 5.1-channel

Dolby Digital soundtrack is available and has been

selected.

JPreset Number/Sleep Timer: When the tuner is

in use, these numbers indicate the specific preset

memory location in use. (See page 28 for more infor-

mation on preset stations.) When the Sleep function is

in use, these numbers show how many minutes

remain before the unit goes into the Standby mode.

(See page 24 for information on the Sleep function.)

MPreset Indicator: This indicator lights when the

tuner is in use to show that the Preset Number/

Sleep Timer Jis showing the station’s preset

memory number. (See page 28 for more information

on tuner presets.)

EDolby 3 Stereo/Stereo Indicator: The entire

indicator lights when the Dolby 3 Stereo mode has

been selected. When the surround modes are turned

off so that two-channel stereo playback is in use, only

the “ST” indicator will light.

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NSleep Indicator: This indicator lights when the

Sleep function is in use. The numbers in the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer Jwill show the minutes

remaining before the AVR 225 goes into the Standby

mode. (See page 24 for more information on the Sleep

function.)

Memory Indicator: This indicator flashes when

entering presets and other information into the tuner’s

memory.

PStereo Indicator: This indicator lights when an FM

station is being tuned in stereo. This indicator differs from

the indicator that lights when the surround decoding

modes are turned off, which is described above as the

Dolby 3 Stereo/Stereo Indicator E.

Tuned Indicator: This indicator lights when a station

is being received with sufficient signal strength to pro-

vide acceptable listening quality.

RAuto Indicator: This indicator lights when the

tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

SMain Information Display: This display shows

messages relating to the status, input source, surround

mode, tuner, volume level or other aspects of the

AVR 225’s operation.

TAnalog Input Indicator: This indicator lights when

an analog input source has been selected.

UCoaxial Digital Input Indicators: These indicators

light to show when a coaxial digital audio input has

been selected.

VOptical Digital Input Indicators: These indicators

light to show when an optical digital audio input has

been selected.

NOTE: See page 26 for information on assigning either

an analog input or one of the digital audio inputs to the

source currently in use.

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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

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£ CD Inputs

¢ Tape Outputs

∞ Tape Inputs

§ Remote IR Input

¶ Remote IR Output

• Subwoofer Output

ª Front Right Speaker Outputs

‚ Surround Right Speaker Outputs

⁄ Center Speaker Outputs

¤ Surround Left Speaker Outputs

‹ Front Left Speaker Outputs

› Switched AC Accessory Outlet

ﬁ Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet

ﬂ AC Power Cord

DVD Audio Inputs

Video 1 Composite Video Input

Video 1 Audio Inputs

Video 1 Composite Video Output

Video 1 Audio Outputs

Video 2 Composite Video Input

Video 2 Audio Inputs

Video 2 Composite Video Output

Video 2 Audio Outputs

Video 3 Composite Video Input

Video 3 Audio Inputs

‡ Optical Digital Audio Output

° Coaxial Digital Audio Output

· Video Monitor S-Video Output

a DVD S-Video Input

b Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs

c Video 1 S-Video Input

d Video 1 S-Video Output

e Optical Digital Audio Inputs

f Video 2 S-Video Input

g Video 2 S-Video Output

h Video 3 S-Video Input

i 6-Channel Direct Inputs

j Video Monitor Composite Video Output

k DVD Composite Video Input

woofer amplifier is used, connect this jack to the sub-

woofer amplifier input.

¡ AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna sup-

plied with the receiver to these terminals. If an external

AM antenna is used, make connections to the AM and

GND terminals in accordance with the instructions

supplied with the antenna.

∞ Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

ª⁄‹ Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these

outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your front

speakers. When making speaker connections, always

make certain to maintain correct polarity by connecting

the black terminal to the negative (–) terminal on the

speakers. Connect the white terminal to the positive

(+) terminal on the left front speaker, the red terminal

to the positive (+) terminal on the right front speaker

and the green terminal to the positive (+) terminal on

the center front speaker. Newer speakers may have

matching color terminals in accordance with the new

§ Remote IR Input: If the AVR 225’s front-panel

IR sensor is blocked due to cabinet doors or other

obstructions, an external IR sensor may be used.

Connect the output of the sensor to this jack.

™ FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor (or an

optional external) FM antenna to this terminal.

¶ Remote IR Output: This connection permits the

IR sensor in the receiver to serve other remote-

controlled devices. Connect this jack to the “IR IN” jack

on Harman Kardon (or other compatible) equipment.

£ CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the output of

a compact disc player or CD changer.

¢ Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

• Subwoofer Output: Connect this jack to the line-

level input of a powered subwoofer. If an external sub-

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CEA specifications, while existing speakers typically

use a red terminal for the positive (+) speaker wire

connection. (See page 14 for more information on

speaker polarity.)

b Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs: Connect the coax

digital audio output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver,

LD player, satellite receiver, cable box, MiniDisc recorder

or CD player to these jacks. The signal may be either a

Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard PCM digital

source. Do not connect the RF digital output of an

LD player to these jacks.

Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR or other video

source.

Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to

‚¤ Surround Speaker Outputs: Connect these

outputs to the matching + or – terminals on your left

and right surround speakers. When making speaker

connections always make certain to maintain correct

polarity by connecting the black terminal to the nega-

tive (–) terminal on the speakers. Connect the blue

terminal to the positive (+) terminal on the left sur-

round speaker and the gray terminal to the positive

(+) terminal on the right surround speaker. Newer

speakers may have matching color terminals in accor-

dance with the new CEA specifications, while existing

speakers typically use a red terminal for the positive

(+) speaker wire connection. (See page 14 for more

information on speaker polarity.)

the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a VCR.

Video 2 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR or other video

source, if you have connected a VCR to the Video 2

input.

Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect one of these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks

on a VCR or other video source.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to

Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect one of

the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a VCR or other

video source, if you have connected a VCR to the

Video 2 input.

these jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or

S-Video jack on a VCR.

e Optical Digital Audio Inputs: Connect the optical

digital audio output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver,

LD player, satellite receiver, cable box, MiniDisc player

or recorder, or CD player to these jacks. The signal

may be either a Dolby Digital signal, a DTS signal or a

standard PCM digital source.

Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a cable television box,

satellite dish receiver, VCR or other video source.

› Switched AC Accessory Outlet: This outlet may

be used to power any device you wish to have turned

on or off at the same time as the AVR 225. Any device

connected to this outlet will be off when the AVR 225

is in the Standby mode, and power will be supplied to

the outlet when the AVR 225 is turned on.

Video 2 Video Inputs: Connect one of these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks

on a TV, VCR or other video source.

Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect one of

ﬁ Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet: This outlet

may be used to power any AC device. The power will

remain on at this outlet regardless of whether the

AVR 225 is on or off.

these jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or

S-Video jacks on a VCR, if you are connecting a VCR

to the Video 2 inputs.

Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect one of these

NOTE: The total power consumption of all devices

connected to the accessory outlets should not exceed

100 watts. Do not connect power amplifiers or other

high-current draw devices to these outlets.

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video jacks

on a cable television box, satellite dish receiver, VCR

or other video source.

i 6-Channel Direct Inputs: If an external digital

audio decoder is used, connect the outputs of that

decoder to these jacks.

ﬂ AC Power Cord: Connect the AC plug to an

unswitched AC wall outlet.

‡ Optical Digital Audio Output: Connect this jack

to the matching digital audio input connector on a

digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

These jacks have been color-coded as follows to

assist you in making correct channel connections:

Front Left

Front Right

Center

Surround Left

Surround Right

Subwoofer

White

Red

Green

Blue

Gray

Purple

° Coaxial Digital Audio Output: Connect this jack

to the matching digital audio input connector on a

digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

·j Video Monitor Outputs: Connect these jacks

to the composite or S-Video input of a TV monitor or

video projector to view the on-screen menus and the

output of any standard video source selected by the

receiver’s video switcher.

DVD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

analog audio jacks on a DVD or other source device.

NOTE: The default setting for the audio input associated

with DVD is the Coaxial Digital Input 1 b. If you con-

nect the audio outputs of a DVD player to these jacks

³¹, change the input setting as shown on page 17.

ak DVD Video Inputs: Connect one of these jacks

to the composite or S-Video output jacks on a DVD or

other video source.

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c b

aPower Off Button

bIR Transmitter Window

cProgram/SPL Indicator

dPower On Button

eInput Selectors

fAVR Selector

gAM/FM Tuner Select

hTest Button

iSleep Button

jSurround Mode Selector

kNight Mode

lChannel Select Button

⁄

Button

‹

oSet Button

pDigital Select

Button

rNumeric Keys

sTuner Mode

tDirect Button

uTuning Up/Down

vOSD Button

wMacro Buttons

xTransport Controls

ySkip Up/Down Buttons

zDisc Skip Button

`Preset Up/Down

Clear Button

■

Memory Button

Delay/Prev. Ch.

■

›

Button

■

Speaker Select

Spare Button

■

Volume Up/Down

TV/Video Selector

SPL Button

■

6-Channel Direct Input

■

Mute

■

EzSet Sensor Microphone

■

NOTE: The function names shown here are each

button’s feature when used with the AVR 225. Most

buttons have additional functions when used with

other devices. See pages 36–37 for a list of these

functions.

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⁄ ¤

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 225’s remote may be

programmed to control up to eight devices, including

the AVR 225. Before using the remote, it is important

to remember to press the Input Selector Button e

that corresponds to the unit you wish to operate. In

addition, the AVR 225’s remote is shipped from

the factory to operate the AVR 225 and most

Harman Kardon CD or DVD players and cassette

decks. The remote is also capable of operating a wide

variety of other products using the control codes that

are part of the remote. Before using the remote with

other products, follow the instructions on page 32 to

program the proper codes for the products in your

system.

fAVR Selector: Pressing this button will switch the

remote so that it will operate the AVR 225’s functions. If

the AVR 225 is in the Standby mode, it will also turn the

AVR 225 on.

Buttons mqto select the channel being

adjusted, then press the Set Button o, followed by

⁄ ¤

the

Buttons mqagain, to change the level

setting. (See page 29 for more information.)

⁄

gAM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button to select

the AVR 225’s tuner as the listening choice. Pressing

this button when the tuner is already in use will switch

between the AM and FM bands.

Button: This multipurpose button is used to

change or scroll through items in the on-screen menus,

or to change configuration settings such as output

levels. When changing an item such as the surround

mode or digital input directly, first press the function or

mode to be changed (e.g., press the Surround Mode

Selector jto select a surround mode or the Digital

Select Button pto change the digital input) and

then press this button to scroll through the list of avail-

able choices.

hTest Button: Press this button to begin the

sequence used to manually calibrate the AVR 225’s

output levels. To begin automatic calibration using the

EzSet feature, press the SPL Button

instead

of this button. (See page 21 for more information on

calibrating the AVR 225.)

It is also important to remember that many of the but-

tons on the remote take on different functions, depend-

ing on the product selected using the device control

selectors. The descriptions shown here primarily detail

the functions of the remote when it is used to operate

the AVR 225. (See pages 36–37 for information about

alternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)

n^‹Button: This button is used to change the

menu selection or setting during some of the setup

procedures for the AVR 225.

iSleep Button: Press this button to place the unit

in the Sleep mode. After the time shown in the display,

the AVR 225 will automatically go into the Standby

mode. Each press of the button changes the time until

turn-off in the following order:

oSet Button: This button is used to enter settings

into the AVR 225’s memory. It is also used in the

setup procedures for delay time, speaker configuration

and channel output level adjustment.

min

aPower Off Button: Pressing this button turns off

(places in the Standby mode) the device that was last

selected by pressing one of the Input Selectors e.

To place the AVR 225 in the Standby mode, first press

the AVR Selector Button fand then press this

button.

min

OFF

pDigital Select: Press this button to assign one of

the digital inputs be#$to a source. (See page

26 for more information on using digital inputs.)

This button is also used to change channels on your

TV when the TV is selected, and to end the process of

creating a macro command. (See page 33 for more

information on creating macros.)

Button: This multipurpose button is used to

change or scroll through items in the on-screen menus,

or to change configuration settings such as output

levels. When changing an item such as the surround

mode or digital input directly, first press the function or

mode to be changed (e.g. press the Surround Mode

Selector jto select a surround mode or the Digital

Select Button pto change the digital input) and

then press this button to scroll through the list of avail-

able choices.

bIR Transmitter Window: Point this window toward

the AVR 225 when pressing buttons on the remote to

make certain that infrared commands are properly

received.

jSurround Mode Selector: Press this button to

begin the process of changing the surround mode.

⁄ ¤

After the button has been pressed, use the

Buttons mq to select the desired surround

mode. (See page 25 for more information.) Note that

this button is also used to tune channels when the TV

is selected and during the process of erasing stored

macro commands. (See page 33 for more information

on macros.)

cProgram/SPL Indicator: This three-color indica-

tor is used to guide you through the process of pro-

gramming the remote and it is also used as a level

indicator when using the remote’s EzSet capabilities.

(See page 21 for more information on setting output

levels, and see page 32 for information on program-

ming the remote.)

rNumeric Keys: These buttons serve as a 10-

button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset positions.

They are also used to select channel numbers when

TV has been selected on the remote, or to select track

numbers on a CD, DVD or LD player, depending on

how the remote has been programmed.

NOTE: The Sleep Button iand Surround Mode

Selector jmay also function as the Channel +

and – keys when the remote is programmed for use

with TVs, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers or other

video devices with tuners. See page 34 for information

on programming the remote for Channel Control

Punch-Through capability so that you may change

channels on a separate device when the remote is in

AVR mode.

dPower On Button: Press this button to turn on

power to the device that was last selected by pressing

one of the Input Selectors e.Toturn on the

AVR 225, press the AVR Selector Button f.

sTuner Mode: Press this button when the tuner is

in use to select between automatic tuning and manual

tuning. In automatic tuning mode, the Auto Indicator

Rwill be lit, and only stations with acceptable signal

quality may be tuned by pressing the Tuning Up/

Down Buttons 8u. When the button is pressed

so that the Auto Indicator Rgoes out, manual tun-

ing mode is engaged, and pressing the Tuning

Buttons 8uwill move the frequency up or down

in single-step increments. When the FM band is in

use, pressing this button when a station’s signal is

eInput Selectors: Pressing one of these buttons

will perform three actions at the same time. First, if the

AVR 225 is not turned on, this will power up the unit.

Next, it will select the source shown on the button as

the input to the AVR 225. Finally, it will change the

remote control so that it controls the device selected.

After pressing one of these buttons you must press

the AVR Selector Button fagain to operate the

AVR 225’s functions with the remote.

kNight Mode: Press this button to activate

the Night mode. This mode is available in specially

encoded digital sources, and it preserves dialogue

(center channel) intelligibility at low volume levels.

lChannel Select Button: This button is used to

start the process of setting the AVR 225’s output levels to

an external source. Once this button is pressed, use the

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weak will change to monaural reception. (See page

28 for more information.)

Clear Button: Press this button to clear incorrect

entries when using the remote to directly enter a radio

station’s frequency.

SPL Button: This button activates the AVR 225’s

EzSet function to quickly and accurately calibrate the

AVR 225’s output levels. Press and hold the button for

three seconds and then release it. The Test Tone will

begin circulating, and the Program/SPL Indicator c

will change colors. During this sequence, EzSet will

automatically adjust the output levels for all channels

until they have equal output levels, as shown by the

Program/SPL Indicator clighting green for each

channel. (See page 21 for more information on EzSet.)

tDirect Button: When the tuner is in use, press

this button to start the sequence for direct entry of a

station’s frequency. After pressing the button simply

press the proper Numeric Keys rto select a sta-

tion. (See page 28 for more information on the tuner.)

Memory Button: Press this button to enter a

radio station into the AVR 225’s preset memory. Once

the Memory Indicator Oflashes, you have five

seconds to enter a preset memory location using

the Numeric Keys r. (See page 28 for more

information.)

uTuning Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, these

buttons will tune up or down through the selected fre-

quency band. If the Tuner Mode Button s@has

been pressed so that the Auto Indicator Ris illumi-

nated, pressing either of the buttons will cause the tuner

to seek the next station with acceptable signal strength

for quality reception. When the Auto Indicator Ris

NOT illuminated, pressing these buttons will tune sta-

tions in single-step increments. (See page 28 for more

information.)

Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button to begin

6-Channel Direct Input: Press this button to

the process for setting the delay times used by the

AVR 225 when processing surround sound. After

pressing this button, the delay times are entered by

pressing the Set Button oand then using the

⁄ ¤

select the component connected to the 6-Channel

Direct Inputs i as the source.

Mute: Press this button to momentarily silence

Buttons mqto change the setting. Press

the AVR 225 or TV set being controlled, depending on

which device has been selected. When the AVR 225

is muted, press this button or use the Volume Control

the Set Button oagain to complete the process.

(See page 18 for more information.)

34 to return to the previous volume level.

vOSD Button: Press this button to activate the On

Screen Display (OSD) system used to set up or adjust

the AVR 225’s parameters.

›

Button: Press this button to change a setting

or selection when configuring many of the AVR 225’s

settings.

When the AVR 225 remote is being programmed to

operate another device, or when a macro command is

being programmed, this button is pressed with the

Input Selector Button e to begin the program-

ming process. (See page 33 for more information.)

wMacro Buttons: Press these buttons to store or

recall a “Macro”, which is a preprogrammed sequence

of commands stored in the remote. (See page 33 for

more information on storing and recalling macros.)

32 Speaker Select: Press this button to begin the

process of configuring the AVR 225’s bass manage-

ment system for use with the type of speakers used

in your system. Once the button has been pressed,

⁄ ¤

EzSet Sensor Microphone: The sensor micro-

xTransport Controls: These buttons do not have

any functions with the AVR 225 but they may be pro-

grammed for the forward/reverse play operation of a

wide variety of CD or DVD players, and audio or video

cassette recorders. (See page 34 for more information

on programming the Transport Control Punch-Through

capability of the remote.)

phone for the EzSet microphone is behind these slots.

When using the remote to calibrate speaker output

levels using EzSet, be sure that you do not hold the

remote in a way that covers these slots. (See page 21

for more information on using EzSet.)

use the

Buttons mqto select the chan-

nel you wish to set up. Press the Set Button o

and then select another channel to configure. When

all adjustments have been completed, press the

Set Button otwice to exit the settings and

return to normal operation. (See page 20 for more

information.)

ySkip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons have no

direct function with the AVR 225, but when used with

a compatibly programmed CD or DVD changer they

will change the track or chapter of the disc currently

being played in the changer.

Spare Button: This button does not have any

function for the operation of the AVR 225, but it is

available for use when programmed with the code

from another remote. (See page 32 for information

on programming the remote with codes for other

devices.)

zDisc Skip Button: This button has no direct

function for the AVR 225, but when used with a com-

patibly programmed CD or DVD changer, it will change

the disc currently being played in the changer. (See

page 33 for more information on using the remote

with other devices.)

Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons to raise

or lower the system volume. See page 34 for more

information on programming the Volume Punch-

Through capability of the remote, which allows you to

change the AVR 225’s volume while the remote is set

to control another device.

`Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is in use,

press these buttons to scroll through the stations

programmed into the AVR 225’s memory. When

some source devices, such as CD players, VCRs

and cassette decks, are selected using the device

Input Selectors e, these buttons may function

as Chapter Step or Track Advance.

TV/Video Selector: This button does not have a

direct function on the AVR 225, but when used with a

compatibly programmed VCR, DVD or satellite receiver

that has a “TV/Video” function, pressing this button will

switch between the output of the player or receiver

and the external video input to that player. Consult the

owner’s manual for your specific player or receiver for

the details of how it implements this function.

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System Installation

cable TV system. Note that if the antenna or connec-

tion uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you must use the

300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter supplied with the unit to

make the connection.

Front Left = White

Center = Green

Surround Left = Blue Surround Right = Gray

Front Right = Red

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.

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturers adhere to

an industry convention of using black terminals for

negative and red ones for positive, some manufactur-

ers may vary from this configuration. To ensure proper

phase and optimal performance, consult the identifica-

tion plate on your speaker or the speaker’s manual to

verify polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your

speaker, ask your dealer for advice before proceeding,

or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

Audio Equipment Connections

7. If you have a DVD-Audio or SACD player, or other

component that includes an onboard surround

decoder and 6-channel line-level audio outputs, you

may connect these audio outputs to the 6-Channel

Direct Inputs i.

We recommend that you use high-quality interconnect

cables when making connections to source equipment

and recorders to preserve the integrity of the signals.

When making connections to audio source equipment

or speakers it is always a good practice to unplug the

unit from the AC wall outlet. This prevents any possi-

bility of accidentally sending audio or transient signals

to the speakers that may damage them.

8. Connect the front, center and surround Speaker

Outputs ª‚⁄¤‹ to the respective speakers.

To ensure that all the audio signals are carried to your

speakers without loss of clarity or resolution, we sug-

gest that you use high-quality speaker cable. Many

brands of cable are available and the choice of cable

may be influenced by the distance between your

speakers and the receiver, the type of speakers you

use, personal preferences and other factors. Your dealer

or installer is a valuable resource to consult in select-

ing the proper cable.

We also recommend that the length of cable used

to connect speaker pairs be identical. For example,

use the same length piece of cable to connect the

front-left and front-right or surround-left and sur-

round-right speakers, even if the speakers are a

different distance from the AVR 225.

1. Connect the analog output of a CD player to the

CD Inputs £.

NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and vari-

able audio outputs it is best to use the fixed output

unless you find that the input to the receiver is so low

that the sound is noisy, or so high that the signal is

distorted.

9. Connections to a subwoofer are normally made via

a line-level audio connection from the Subwoofer

Output • to the line-level input of a subwoofer with

a built-in amplifier. When a passive subwoofer is used,

the connection first goes to a power amplifier, which

will be connected to one or more subwoofer speakers.

If you are using a powered subwoofer that does not

have line-level input connections, follow the instruc-

tions furnished with the speaker for connection

information.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we

recommend that you use a cable constructed of fine,

multistrand copper with a gauge of 14 or smaller.

Remember that in specifying cable, the lower the

number, the thicker the cable.

2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a cassette

deck, MD, CD-R or other audio recorder to the Tape

Input Jacks ∞. Connect the analog Record/In jacks

on the recorder to the Tape Output Jacks ¢ on the

AVR 225.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short runs

of less than 10 feet. We do not recommend that you

use cables with an AWG equivalent of 18 or higher due

to the power loss and degradation in performance that

will occur.

3. Connect the output of any digital sources to the

appropriate input connections on the AVR 225 rear

panel. The Optical and Coaxial Digital Inputs

be#$ may be used with a Dolby Digital or

DTS source such as a DVD player, or the output

of a conventional CD or LD player’s PCM (S/P-DIF)

output.

Video Equipment Connections

Video equipment is connected in the same manner as

audio components. Again, the use of high-quality inter-

connect cables is recommended to preserve signal

quality.

Cables that are run inside walls should have the appro-

priate markings to indicate listing with UL, CSA or other

appropriate testing agency standards. Questions about

running cables inside walls should be referred to your

installer or a licensed electrical contractor who is famil-

iar with the NEC and/or the applicable local building

codes in your area.

Although any compatible video device may be con-

nected to any video input (with the exception of the

4. Connect the Optical Digital Audio Output ‡ or the

Coaxial Digital Audio Output ° on the rear panel of

the AVR 225 to the matching digital input connections on

a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

Video 1 and Video 2 Out Jacks dg

, which may only be connected to a video

recorder), to make programming device codes into

the remote control easier, we recommend that you

connect your VCR to the Video 1 Connectors cd

5. Assemble the AM Loop Antenna supplied with the

unit as shown below. Connect it to the AM and GND

Screw Terminals ¡.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be certain to

observe proper polarity. Remember to connect the

“negative” or “black” wire to the same terminal on

both the receiver and the speaker. The AVR 225 con-

forms to the latest CEA-recommended color-coding

for speaker terminals. Accordingly, the positive (+)

terminal, which was previously red, is now a specific

color to assist you in making the correct connections.

If your speakers have color-coded connections, match

the terminal on the AVR 225 to the like terminal on

your speakers. For existing speakers with a red termi-

nal for the positive connection, the connections on the

AVR 225 are as follows:

33 34

, your television to the Video 2 Input

Connectors f

, and your cable-TV converter

or satellite receiver to the Video 3 Input Connectors

1. Connect a VCR’s or other video source’s audio and

video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1 or Video 2 In

33 36

Jacks cf

on the rear panel. The

Audio and Video Record/In jacks on the VCR should be

connected to the Video 1 or Video 2 Out Jacks

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM

Antenna (75-Ohm) Connection ™. The FM anten-

na may be an external roof antenna, an inside pow-

ered or wire lead antenna or a connection from a

34 35 38

on the AVR 225.

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2. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a

television set or any other video source to the Video 2

Power Connections

This unit is equipped with two accessory AC outlets.

They may be used to power accessory devices, but

they should not be used with high-current draw equip-

ment such as power amplifiers. The total power draw

to each outlet may not exceed 100 watts.

Input Jacks f

3. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of a

cable TV converter or satellite receiver, or any other

40 41

video source, to the Video 3 Jacks h

The Switched AC Accessory Outlet › will receive

power only when the unit is on. This is recommended

for devices that have no power switch or a mechanical

power switch that may be left in the “ON” position.

4. Connect the analog audio and video outputs of

a DVD or laser disc player to the DVD Jacks a

. When a digital audio connection is used

for your DVD player, the default connection is the

Coaxial Digital Audio Input 1 Jack b. However,

the connection may also be made to any of the

Optical e #or Coaxial b $digital audio

inputs, provided that the digital input source selection

is changed as shown on pages 17 and 26. If your

DVD or DVD-Audio player includes an onboard sur-

round decoder and 6-channel line-level audio out-

puts, you may connect these audio outputs to the

6-Channel Direct Inputs i. When you wish to

hear this decoded audio, select the DVD input first in

order to select the video signal from the DVD player,

then select the 6-Channel Direct Input source for the

audio.

NOTE: Many audio and video products go into a

Standby mode when they are used with switched out-

lets, and cannot be fully turned on using the outlet

alone without a remote control command.

The Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet ﬁ will

receive power as long as the unit is plugged into a

powered AC outlet.

Finally, when all connections are complete, plug the

Power Cord ﬂ into a nonswitched 120-volt AC wall

outlet. You’re almost ready to enjoy the AVR 225!

5. Connect the digital audio outputs of a DVD player,

satellite receiver, cable box or HDTV converter to the

appropriate Optical or Coaxial Digital Audio Inputs

be#$.

6. Connect the Video Monitor Output ·j jacks

on the receiver to the composite or S-Video input of

your television monitor or video projector.

VIDEO CONNECTION NOTE:

• Composite and S-Video signals may only be viewed

in their native formats. The AVR 225 will not convert

signals from composite to S-Video, or vice versa.

S-Video inputs may only be viewed when the

AVR 225 is connected to a TV set or video display

with S-Video capability. If you use both standard

composite video and S-Video sources in your

system, it is important that you connect both an

S-Video cable and a standard composite video

cable (a coax cable with an RCA plug on both ends)

between the AVR 225 and your TV or projector.

When it is necessary to make both types of

connections to your TV set, use different inputs if

possible. Consult the instructions for your TV set or

projector for more information on connecting both

types of signals.

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When all audio, video and system connections have

been made, there are a few configuration adjustments

that must be made. A few minutes spent to correctly

configure and calibrate the unit will greatly add to your

listening experience.

If side-wall mounting is not practical, the speakers

may be placed on a rear wall, behind the listening

position. Again, they should be located so that the

bottom of the cabinet is at least two feet higher than

the listeners’ ears. The speakers should be no more

than six feet behind the rear of the seating area.

Center Front Speaker

No more

than 24"

Speaker Selection and Placement

The placement of speakers in a multichannel home

theater system can have a noticeable impact on the

quality of sound reproduced. No matter which type or

brand of speakers is used, the same model or brand

of speaker should be used for the left front, center

and right front speakers. This creates a seamless

front soundstage and eliminates the possibility of dis-

tracting sonic disturbances that occur when a sound

moves across mismatched front-channel speakers.

Left Front

Speaker

Right Front

Speaker

Subwoofers produce nondirectional sound, so they

may be placed almost anywhere in a room. Actual

placement should be based on room size and shape

and the type of subwoofer used. One method of find-

ing the optimal location for a subwoofer is to begin

by placing it in the front of the room, about six inches

from a wall, or near the front corner of the room.

Another method is to temporarily place the subwoofer

at your normal listening position, and then walk

around the room until you find a spot where the sub-

woofer sounds best. Place the subwoofer in that spot.

You should also follow the instructions of the sub-

woofer’s manufacturer, or you may wish to experi-

ment with the best location for a subwoofer in your

listening room.

A) Front-Channel Speaker Installation with Direct-

View TV Sets or Rear-Screen Projectors

TV or Projection Screen

Center Front

Speaker

Left Front

Speaker

Right Front

Speaker

Speaker Placement

Depending on the type of center channel speaker in

use and your viewing device, place the center speaker

either directly above or below your TV, or in the center

behind a perforated front projection screen.

Once the center channel speaker is installed, position

the left front and right front speakers so that they are

as far away from one another as the center channel

speaker is from the preferred listening position. Ideally,

the front-channel speakers should be placed so that

their tweeters are no more than 24" above or below

the tweeter in the center channel speaker.

System Setup

Once the speakers have been placed in the room

and connected, the remaining steps in the setup

process are to program the AVR 225’s bass manage-

ment system for the type of speakers used in your

system, calibrate the output levels, and set the delay

times used by the surround sound processor.

Optional Rear-Wall Mounting

Depending on the specifics of your room acoustics

and the type of speakers in use, you may find that

imaging is improved by moving the left front and right

front speakers slightly forward of the center channel

speaker. If possible, adjust all front loudspeakers so

that they are aimed at ear height when you’re seated

in the listening position.

You are now ready to power up the AVR 225 to begin

these final adjustments.

B) The distance between the left and right speakers

should be equal to the distance from the seating

position to the viewing screen. You may also

experiment with placing the left and right speakers

slightly forward of the center speaker.

1. Plug the Power Cord ﬂ into an unswitched AC

outlet.

2. Press the Main Power Switch 1in until it

latches and the word “OFF” on the top of the

switch disappears inside the front panel. The

Power Indicator 3 will turn amber, indicating

that the unit is in the Standby mode.

At least 6 inches from ceiling

Using these guidelines, you’ll find that it takes some

experimentation to find the correct location for the front

speakers in your particular installation. Don’t be afraid to

move things around until the system sounds correct.

Optimize your speakers so that audio transitions across

the front of the room sound smooth and sounds from

all speakers appear to arrive at the listening position at

the same time (without delay from the center speaker

compared to the left and right speakers).

3. Remove the protective plastic film from the front-

panel lens. If left in place, the film may affect the

performance of your remote control.

At least 2 feet

4. Install the three supplied AAA batteries in the

remote as shown. Be certain to follow the (+)

and (–) polarity indicators that are on the bottom

of the battery compartment.

Surround speakers should be placed on the side walls

of the room, at or slightly behind the listening position.

The center of the speaker should face into the room.

The speakers should be located so that the bottom of

the cabinet is at least two feet higher than the listeners’

ears when the listeners are seated in the desired area.

C) Optimal placement of surround speakers.

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5. Turn the AVR 225 on either by pressing the

System Power Control 2on the front panel,

or via the remote by pressing the AVR Selector

of digital or analog inputs, the type of speakers

installed and the surround mode specifics. Remember

that since the AVR 225 memorizes the settings for

each input individually, you will need to make these

adjustments for each input used. However, once they

are made, further adjustment is only required when

system components are changed.

MASTER

INPUT SETUP

SURROUND

SPEAKER

SETUP

for any of the Input Selectors eg

OUTPUT

ADJUST

on the remote. The Power Indicator 3will turn

green to confirm that the unit is on, and the Main

Information Display Ûwill also light up.

CHANNEL

ADVANCED

EXIT

Using the On-Screen Display To Make

Configuration Adjustments

To make this process as quick and as easy as possi-

ble, we suggest that you use the Full-OSD system with

the on-screen menus, and step through each input.

Figure 1

When making the following adjustments, you may find

it easier to use the AVR 225’s on-screen display sys-

tem. These easy-to-read displays give you a clear pic-

ture of the current status of the unit and make it easy

to see which speaker, delay, input or digital selection

you are making.

When the Full-OSD system is in use, the menu selec-

tions are not shown in the Main Information Display

ÛS. When the Full-OSD menu system is used,

OSD ON will appear in the Main Information

Display Sand the OSD Indicator Fwill light to

remind you that a video display must be used. When

the Semi-OSD system is used in conjunction with the

discrete configuration buttons, the on-screen display

will show a single line of text with the current menu

selection. That selection will also be shown in the

Main Information Display S.

Once you have completed the settings for the first

input, many settings may be duplicated for the remain-

ing inputs. It is also a good idea to set the configura-

tion data in the order these items are listed in the

MASTERMENU, as some settings require a

specific entry in a prior menu item. Remember that

once the settings are made for one input, they must

be made for all other input sources in your system.

To view the on-screen menus, make certain you have

made a connection from the Video Monitor Out

Jacks ·j on the rear panel to the composite or

S-Video input of your TV or projector. In order to view

the AVR 225’s displays, the correct video source must

be selected on the TV or other video display.

Input Setup

The first step in configuring the AVR 225 is to select

an input. This may be done by pressing the front-

panel Input Source Selector !until the desired

input’s name appears momentarily in the Main

Information Display S, and the green LED lights

next to the input’s name in the front-panel Input

Indicators . The input may also be selected by

pressing the appropriate Input Selector

To use the Full-OSD menu system, press the OSD

Button v. When the menu is on the screen, press

IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the displays on a

projection TV it is important that they not be left on the

screen for an extended period of time. As with any video

display, but particularly with projectors, constant display

of a static image such as these menus or video game

images may cause the image to be permanently “burned

into” the CRT. This type of damage is not covered by the

AVR 225 warranty and may not be covered by the pro-

jector TV set’s warranty.

›

⁄ ¤

the

Buttons mquntil the on-screen

cursor is next to the item you wish to adjust, and then

press the Set Button oto adjust that item. Note

that the menus will remain on the screen for 20 sec-

onds, and then they will “time-out” and disappear from

the screen. The time-out may be increased to as

much as 50 seconds by going to the ADVANCED

menu, and changing the item titled FULLOSD

TIMEOUT.

on the remote control.

When using the Full-OSD system to make the setup

adjustments, press the OSD Button vonce so that

the MASTERMENU(Figure 1) appears. Note

›

that the cursor will be next to the INPUT

The AVR 225 has two on-screen display modes,

“Semi-OSD” and “Full-OSD.” When making configura-

tion adjustments, it is recommended that the Full-OSD

mode be used. This will place a complete status report

or option listing on the screen, making it easier to view

the available options. The Semi-OSD mode uses one-

line displays only.

SETUPline. Press the Set Button oto enter

the menu and the INPUTSETUPmenu

‹ ›

Setting the System Configuration Memories

The AVR 225 features an advanced memory system

that enables you to establish different configurations

for the bass management, digital input, surround

mode, delay times and output levels for each input

source. This flexibility enables you to custom-tailor the

way in which you listen to each source and have the

AVR 225 memorize those settings. This means, for

example, that you may use different output levels or

trims for different sources, or set different speaker

configurations with the resultant changes to the bass

management system. Once these settings are made,

they will automatically be recalled whenever you select

that input.

(Figure 2) will appear on the screen. Press the

Buttons n

until the desired input name

appears in the highlighted video, as well as being indi-

cated in the front-panel Input Indicators by the

green LED next to the desired input name. If the input

will use the standard left/right analog inputs, no further

adjustment is needed.

The Full-OSD system is always available by pressing

the OSD Button v. When this button is pressed,

the MASTERMENU(Figure 1) will appear, and

adjustments are made from the individual menus.

The Semi-OSD system is also available as a system

default, although it may be turned off by using the

ADVANCEDmenu (see page 30). With the

Semi-OSD system, you may make adjustments directly,

by pressing the buttons on the front panel or remote

control for the specific parameter to be adjusted. For

INPUT

SETUP

INPUT

:VIDEO

DIGITAL

RETURN

IN:ANALOG

TO MENU

The factory default settings for the AVR 225 have all

inputs configured for an analog source (except for the

DVD input, which has the Coaxial Digital Audio

Input 1 b as the default), Stereo as the surround

mode, all speaker positions set to “Small,” and a sub-

woofer connected. Before using the unit, you will

probably want to change the settings for most inputs

so that they are properly configured to reflect the use

example, press the Speaker Select Button

Figure 2

to set the speaker configuration, etc.

If you wish to associate one of the digital inputs with

the selected input source, press the Button q

on the remote while the INPUTSETUPmenu

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(Figure 2) is on the screen, and the on-screen cursor

will drop down to the DIGITALINline. Press

‹ ›

It is easiest to complete the surround setup using the

Full-OSD on-screen menus. From the MASTER

Delay Settings

If Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic II is selected as the

surround mode for an input, you may need to adjust

the delay time setting. Note that the delay time is not

adjustable for any other modes.

⁄ ¤

the

Buttons n

until the name of the

MENU(Figure 1), press the

Buttons

›

desired digital input appears. To return to the analog

input, press the buttons until the word ANALOG

appears. When the correct input source appears, press

mquntil the cursor is next to the

SURROUNDSETUPmenu. Press the Set

Button oso that the SURROUNDSETUP

menu (Figure 3 or 4) is on the screen.

Due to the different distances between the front-chan-

nel speakers and the listening position compared to

the surround speakers and the listening position, the

amount of time it takes for sound to reach your ears

from the front or surround speakers may differ. You

may compensate for this difference through the use of

the delay settings to adjust the timing to tailor the spe-

cific speaker placement and acoustic conditions in

your listening room or home theater.

›

the Button quntil the cursor appears next

to RETURNTOMENU, and press the Set

Button o.

SURROUND

SETUP

SURROUND:

SURR

OFF

To change the digital input at any time using the dis-

crete function buttons and the Semi-OSD system,

press the Digital Input Select Button Úpon

the front panel or the remote. Within five seconds,

make your input selection using the Selector Buttons

⁄ ¤

CENTER

SURR

DELAY:

ꢀꢀms

ꢀꢀꢀ

NIGHT:

RETURN

ꢀꢀꢀ

5on the front panel or the

Buttons mq

on the remote until the desired digital or analog input

is shown in the Main Information Display Sand in

the lower third of the video display connected to the

AVR 225. Press the Set Button oto enter the

new digital input assignment. When the Stereo-Direct

(Surround Off) mode is in use, you may only select the

analog input for a source. When the Stereo-Digital

mode is in use, you may select from any of the digital

inputs that you have connected to your source com-

ponents.

The factory setting is appropriate for most rooms, but

some installations create an uncommon distance

between the front and surround speakers that may

cause the arrival of front-channel sounds to become

disconnected from surround-channel sounds.

Figure 3

SURROUND

SETUP

SURROUND:

DOLBY

DIGITAL

CENTER

SURR

DELAY:

0ms

To resynchronize the front and surround channels, fol-

low these steps:

DELAY:

OFF

00ms

NIGHT:

RETURN

1. Measure the distance from the listening/viewing

position to the front speakers.

Surround Setup

Once the basic input setup has been completed, the

next step is to set the surround mode you wish to use

with an input. Since surround modes are a matter of

personal taste, feel free to select any mode you wish –

you may change it later. However, to make it easier to

establish the initial parameters for the AVR 225, it is

best to select Dolby Pro Logic II for most analog

inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs connected to digital

sources. In the case of inputs such as a CD Player,

Tape Deck or Tuner, you may wish to set the mode to

one of the two Stereo modes, as they are not typically

used with multichannel surround-encoded program

material. Analog Stereo-Direct mode bypasses the

digital signal-processing circuitry for a completely ana-

log signal path that preserves the purity of the original

signal, and Stereo-Digital mode provides bass man-

agement for optimal distribution of the low frequencies

between smaller speakers and a subwoofer. Alter-

natively, the Logic 7 Music mode is a good choice for

stereo-only source material.

Figure 4

2. Measure the distance from the listening/viewing

position to the surround speakers.

Since the factory default for all inputs is Stereo, the

phrase SURROFFwill initially appear in highlighted

video (Figure 3). To change the surround mode while

3. Subtract the distance to the surround speakers

from the distance to the front speakers.

›

the cursor is next to the surround line, press the

‹ ›

Buttons n

until the desired surround

a. When setting the delay time for the Dolby

Digital surround mode, the optimal delay time

is the result of that subtraction. For example, if

the front speakers are 10 feet away and the

surround speakers are five feet away, the opti-

mal delay time is figured as 10–5=5. Thus, in

this example, the delay time for Dolby Digital

should be set at five milliseconds.

mode’s name appears in the highlighted video. As the

modes are changed, a green LED will also light next

to the mode names in the Surround Mode

Indicators ˜on the front panel.

Note that the data lines next to the items in the screen

display will show either numbers or a series of dashes,

depending on whether or not the specific parameter is

adjustable. For example, the Center Delay and Night

Mode items are only adjustable for Dolby Digital, and

the Delay Time is only adjusted for Dolby Digital and

Dolby Pro Logic II. Note, also, that Dolby Digital and

DTS will only appear as choices (Figure 4) when a

digital input was previously selected.

b. When setting the delay time for the Pro Logic II

mode, take the result of the subtraction and

add 15 to obtain the optimal delay time. For

example, if the front speakers are 10 feet

away and the surround speakers are five feet

away, the optimal delay time is figured as

10–5+15=20. Thus, in this example, the

Pro Logic II delay should be set at 20 milli-

seconds.

NOTE: When a Logic 7 mode is in use with a Dolby

Digital 2.0 digital input source, that mode, rather than

Logic 7, will be used by the AVR after the digital bit-

stream is interrupted for any reason, such as stopping

or pausing the digital playback. Note, also, that Logic 7

is not available with digital playback unless a two-

channel bitstream is in use.

Depending on the surround mode selected, you may

now proceed to change the delay time. For Dolby

⁄ ¤

Digital and Dolby Pro Logic II, pressing the

NOTE: The DTS, Logic 7, Hall and Theater modes use

a fixed, nonadjustable delay time.

mqbuttons on the remote will take you to the

delay settings.

The Dolby Digital mode also includes a separate set-

ting for the center channel delay mode, since the dis-

crete nature of these signals makes the location of the

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center channel speaker more critical. To calculate the

delay for the center channel, measure the distance

from the preferred listening position in the center of

the room to both the center channel speaker and

either the left or right speaker.

Night Mode Settings

category describes your speakers, consult the

specifications in the speakers’ owner’s manual, or

ask your dealer.

The Night mode is a feature of Dolby Digital that uses

special processing to preserve the dynamic range and

full intelligibility of a movie soundtrack, particularly the

dialogue, while reducing the peak level. This prevents

abruptly loud transitions from disturbing others, without

reducing the sonic impact of a digital source. Note

that the Night mode is only available when specially

encoded Dolby Digital signals are played.

If you haven’t done so previously, place the AVR 225

in Dolby Pro Logic II – Movie mode by using the

SURROUND SETUP menu (Figure 3) as

described on page 18. It is easiest to enter the

proper settings for the speaker setup through the

SPEAKERSETUPmenu (Figure 5). If that

menu is not already on your screen from the prior

adjustments, press the OSD Button vto bring up

the MASTERMENU(Figure 1), and then press

the ¤ Button qtwice so that the cursor is on the

SPEAKERSETUPline. At this point, press the

Set Button oto bring up the SPEAKER

SETUPmenu (Figure 5).

If the distances are equal, no further adjustment is

required and the center delay should be set to zero. If

the distance to the front speakers is greater than the

distance to the center speaker, you may wish to reposi-

tion the speakers by moving the front left and front

right speakers closer to the listening position or the

To adjust the Night mode setting for an input from

the menu, make certain that the cursor is on the

›

center speaker further away from the listening position. NIGHTline of the SURROUNDSETUP

‹ ›

menu (Figure 4). Next, press the

Buttons

If repositioning of the speakers is not possible, adjust

the center delay time, adding one millisecond of center

channel delay for every foot closer to the listening

position the center speaker is than the front speakers.

For example, if the front left and front right speakers

are each 10 feet from the listening position and the

center channel speaker is eight feet away, the delay is MID:When MIDis highlighted, a mild compres-

figured as 10–8=2, suggesting an optimal center

delay of two milliseconds.

to choose among the following settings,

as they appear in the on-screen display:

OFF:When OFFis highlighted, the Night mode

will not function.

SPEAKER

SETUP

LEFT/RIGHT:

SMALL

SUB

CENTER

SURROUND

SUBWOOFER

sion will be applied.

RETURN

MAX:When MAXis highlighted, a more severe

compression algorithm will be applied.

To set the delay time for a specific input, continue

within the SURROUNDSETUP(Figure 4)

menu. If the system is not already at that point, press

the OSD Button vto bring up the MASTER

We recommend that you select the MID setting initially

and change to the MAX setting later, if desired.

Figure 5

MENU; press the Button qand then the

When the SPEAKERSETUPmenu first

appears, the on-screen cursor ^›will be at the top of

the list of speaker positions, pointing toward the

LEFT/RIGHTline, 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

‹ ›

Set Button oto bring up the SURROUND

Note that the Night mode may be adjusted directly any

time that a Dolby Digital source is playing by pressing

the Night Button k. When the button is pressed,

the phrase D-RANGEwill appear in the lower

third of the video screen and in the Main Information

⁄ ¤

SETUPmenu, and then press the Button q

once.

›

If the Dolby Digital mode is selected, the cursor will

stop at the CENTERDELAYline. In that case,

Display S. Press the

Buttons mqwithin

Buttons n 31 so that either LARGEor

‹ ›

press the

Buttons n 31 until the number

three seconds to select the desired setting.

SMALLappears, matching the type of speakers you

have at the left-front and right-front positions, as

described by the definitions shown in the preceding

section.

calculated using the formula shown above appears in

the display. When the CENTERDELAYis

When all settings for the surround setup have been

entered, press the Button qonce to move to

⁄ ¤

made, press the

Buttons mqso that the

the next line.

›

cursor is next to RETURNTOMENU, and

press the Set Button oto return to the main menu.

When SMALLis selected, low-frequency sounds

below 100Hz will be sent only to the subwoofer output.

Note that if you choose this option and there is no sub-

woofer connected, you will not hear any low-frequency

sounds from the front channels.

When the CENTERDELAYis set, or if the

›

Dolby Pro Logic II mode is selected, the cursor will

Speaker Setup

be at the SURRDELAYline so that the delay

This menu tells the AVR 225 which type of speakers

are in use. This is important as it adjusts the settings

that determine which speakers receive low-frequency

(bass) information. For each of these settings use the

LARGEsetting if the speakers for a particular

position are traditional full-range loudspeakers that are

capable of reproducing sounds below 100Hz. Use

the SMALLsetting for smaller, frequency-limited

satellite speakers that do not reproduce sounds below

100Hz. Note that when “small” speakers are used, a

subwoofer is required to reproduce low-frequency

sounds. Remember that the “large” and “small”

descriptions do not refer to the actual physical size of

the speakers, but to their ability to reproduce low-

frequency sounds. If you are in doubt as to which

‹ ›

for the surround speakers may be set. Press the

Buttons n 31 until the number calculated using

the formula shown above appears in the display. When

When LARGEis selected, a full-range output will be

sent to the front left and front right outputs. Depending

on the choice made in the SUBWOOFERline in

this menu, bass information may also be directed to the

front left/right speakers, a subwoofer or both.

the delay settings are complete, press the Button

qonce to move to the next line.

Note that the delay settings may also be adjusted at any

time when the Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic II modes

are in use by pressing the Delay Button on the front

When you have completed your selection for the front

panel Òor remote

, followed by a press of the

channel, press the Button qon the remote to

⁄ ¤

Set Button 21 o. Next, press the

Buttons

move the cursor to CENTER.

mqon the remote or the Selector Buttons 5

on the front panel until the desired figure appears in the

Main Information Display S.

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When you have completed your selection for the sur-

third of the video display and the Main Information

Display S.

‹ ›

Press the

Buttons n 31 on the remote to

round channel, press the Button qon the

select the option that best describes your system

based on the speaker definitions shown below.

remote to move the cursor to SUBWOOFER.

‹ ›

Within three seconds, press either the front-panel

‹ ›

⁄ ¤

Press the

Buttons n

on the remote to

Selector Buttons 5or the

Buttons mq

When SMALLis selected, low-frequency center-

channel sounds below 100Hz will be sent only to the

subwoofer output. Note that if you choose this option

and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear

any low-frequency sounds from the center channel

speaker.

select the option that best describes your system.

on the remote to select a different speaker position, or

press the Set Button Ôoto begin the adjustment

process for the front left and right speakers.

The choices available for the subwoofer position

will depend on the settings for the other speakers,

particularly the front left/right positions.

When the Set Button Ôohas been pressed and

the system is ready for a change to the speaker set-

ting, the on-screen display and Main Information

Display Swill read FNTLARGEor FNT

SMALL, depending on the current setting. Press

‹ ›

If the front left/right speakers are set to SMALL,

the subwoofer will automatically be set to SUB,

which is the “on” position.

When LARGEis selected, a full-range output will be

sent to the center speaker output, and NO center-chan-

nel signal will be sent to the subwoofer output.

the front-panel

Selector Buttons 5or the

⁄ ¤

If the front left/right speakers are set to LARGE,

three options are available:

Buttons mqon the remote until the

NOTE: If you choose Logic 7 as the surround mode

for the particular input source for which you are con-

figuring your speakers, the AVR 225 will not make the

“large” option available for the center speaker. This is

due to the requirements of Logic 7 processing, and

does not indicate a problem with your receiver.

desired setting is shown, using the instructions for

“large” or “small” described earlier.

• If no subwoofer is connected to the AVR 225,

‹ ›

press the

Buttons n

on the remote

If the configuration for another speaker position needs

to be changed, press the front-panel

Buttons 5or the

remote to select a different speaker position, and then

‹ ›

so that NONEappears in the on-screen menu.

When this option is selected, all bass information

will be routed to the front left/right “main” speakers.

Selector

⁄ ¤

Buttons mqon the

When NONEis selected, no signals will be sent to

the center-channel output. The receiver will operate in

a “phantom” center-channel mode and center-channel

information will be sent to the left and right front-chan-

nel outputs. When only front left and right speakers

are used, with no center or surround speakers, VMAx

is a good alternative mode.

‹ ›

press the front-panel

Selector Buttons 5or

• If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR 225, you

have the option to have the front left/right “main”

speakers reproduce bass frequencies at all times,

and have the subwoofer operate only when the

AVR 225 is being used with a digital source that

contains a dedicated Low-Frequency Effects, or

LFE, soundtrack. This allows you to use both your

main and subwoofer speakers to take advantage

of the special bass created for certain movies.

‹ ›

⁄ ¤

the

Buttons mqon the remote until the

correct speaker setting is shown.

To assist in making speaker configuration settings, the

icons in the Speaker/Channel Input Indicators L

change as the speaker type is selected at each posi-

tion. When only the center icon box containing the

abbreviation for the speaker position is lit, the speaker

is set for “small.” When the inner box and the two outer

boxes with circles inside them are lit, the speaker is set

for “large.” When no indicator appears at a speaker

location, that position is set for “none” or “no” speaker.

When you have completed your selection for the cen-

ter channel, press the Button qon the remote

to change the cursor to SURROUND.

on the remote

Press the

Buttons n

so that SUB(LFE)appears in the on-

screen menu.

‹ ›

Press the

Buttons n

on the remote to

select the option that best describes the surround

speakers in your system based on the speaker

definitions shown previously.

• If a subwoofer is connected and you wish to use it

for bass reproduction in conjunction with the main

front left/right speakers, regardless of the type of

program source or surround mode you are listen-

‹ ›

NOTE: These icons are available only when making

setup changes in the Semi-OSD mode.

When SMALLis selected, low-frequency surround-

channel sounds below 100Hz will be sent to the sub-

woofer output only. Note that if you choose this option

and there is no subwoofer connected, you will not

hear any low-frequency sounds from the surround

speakers.

For example, in Figure 6, the left-front and right-front

speakers are set for “large,” the center, left-surround

(SL) and right-surround (SR) speakers are set for

“small,” and a subwoofer is set, as shown by the box

with the abbreviation “LFE”, which stands for “low-

frequency effects.”

on the

ing to, press the

Buttons n

remote so that SUB L/R+LFEappears in

the on-screen menu. When this option is selected,

a “complete” feed will be sent to the front left/right

“main” speakers, and the subwoofer will receive

bass frequencies below 100Hz.

When LARGEis selected, a full-range output will

be sent to the surround-channel outputs, and NO sur-

round-channel signals will be sent to the subwoofer

output.

When all speaker selections have been made, press

›

the Button quntil the on-screen cursor

points to RETURNTOMENUand press the

Set Button oto return to the MASTER

MENU.

NIGHT

LFE

When NONEis selected, surround sound informa-

tion will be split between the front left and right out-

puts. Note that for optimal performance when no sur-

round speakers are in use, the Dolby 3 Stereo mode

should be used instead of Dolby Pro Logic II. If only

front left and right speakers are available, select one of

the two VMAx modes or “Surround Off”.

The speaker configuration may also be changed at

any time without using the Full-OSD on-screen menu

system by pressing the Speaker Select button on the

Figure 6

front panel ıor remote

. Once the button is

pressed, FNTSPKRwill appear in both the lower

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the listening position that will be used most often:

Configuring the Surround Off (Stereo)

Modes

the Speaker Select Button ı32 until FNT

SPKR appears in the Main Information Display

S, and then press the Set Button Ôo.

1. If you have not done so previously, place the

AVR 225 in Dolby Pro Logic II – Movie mode by

using the SURROUND SETUP menu

(Figure 3) as described on page 18. Output level

adjustment using the test tone is not available in

the Stereo modes. However, in the Stereo-Digital

mode, you may trim the output levels using pro-

gram material, as described on page 29.

For superior reproduction of two-channel program

materials, the AVR 225 offers two Stereo modes: an

analog Stereo-Direct mode that bypasses the digital

signal-processing circuitry for a completely analog sig-

nal path that preserves the purity of the original signal,

and a digital mode that is capable of providing bass

management for optimal distribution of the low fre-

quencies between smaller speakers and a subwoofer.

⁄ ¤

Press the

Buttons mqor the Selector

Buttons 5until either LARGE or SMALL

appears, matching the type of speakers you have at the

front-left and -right positions, as described on page 20.

When SMALL is selected, low-frequency sounds

will be sent to the subwoofer output only, and the sub-

woofer speaker will automatically be configured as

ON. If you choose the SMALL configuration and

there is no subwoofer connected, you will not hear any

low-frequency sounds.

2. Make certain that all speaker positions have been

properly configured for their “large” or “small” set-

tings (as outlined on page 19) and turn off the

OSD system if it is in use.

Stereo-Direct (Bypass) Mode

When the analog Stereo-Direct mode is selected,

either from the SURROUND SETUP menu

(Figure 3) as described on page 18, or by pressing

the Surround Mode Selector 7juntil SUR-

ROUND OFF – STEREO appears in the

Main Information Display Sand the Surround

Mode Indicator ˜for Surround Off is lit, the

AVR 225 will pass the analog source material through

to the front left and right speakers, bypassing the

digital processing circuitry.

3. Adjust the volume so that it is at -15dB, as

shown in the on-screen display or Main Infor-

mation Display S.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range output will

be sent to the front-left and front-right speakers, and

NO low-frequency signals will be sent to the sub-

woofer output.

4. Hold the remote in front of you at arm’s length,

being sure not to cover the EzSet Sensor

Microphone

at the top of the remote.

Output Level Adjustment

5. Press and hold the SPL Button

for three

Output level adjustment is a key part of the configura-

tion process for any surround sound product. It is par-

ticularly important for a Dolby Digital receiver such as

the AVR 225, as correct outputs will ensure that you

hear soundtracks in their proper place with the proper

directionality and intensity.

seconds. Release the button when the Program/

SPL Indicator cstops flashing and you hear

the test noise from the front left speaker.

In this mode, the front left and right speakers will auto-

matically be configured as LARGE, and it will not

be possible to configure these speakers as SMALL.

6. At this point, the EzSet circuitry will take over,

adjusting the output level of each channel so that

when the process is complete all levels will be

equal and at the set reference point. This process

may take a few minutes, depending on the extent

of adjustment required.

You may configure the subwoofer as ON or OFF

either by using the SPEAKER SETUP menu

(Figure 5) as described on page 20, or by pressing

the Speaker Select Button ı32 until S-W

SPEAKER appears in the Main Information

⁄ ¤

IMPORTANT NOTE: Listeners are often confused

about the operation of the surround channels. While

some assume that sound should always be coming

from each speaker, most of the time there will be little

or no sound in the surround channels. This is because

they are only used when a movie director or sound

mixer specifically places sound there to create ambi-

ence, a special effect or to continue action from the

front of the room to the rear. When the output levels

are properly set, it is normal for surround speakers to

operate only occasionally. Artificially increasing the

volume to the rear speakers may destroy the illusion

of an enveloping sound field that duplicates the way

you hear sound in a movie theater or concert hall.

Display S. Press the

Buttons mqor

the Selector Buttons 5to select the desired

option, and the Set Button Ôoto enter the

selection.

7. During the adjustment process, you will see the

location of the channel position being adjusted

appear in both the on-screen display (if connected)

and the Main Information Display S,

alternating with a readout of the output setting,

relative to the reference volume level. As the

adjustment proceeds, a few things will happen

simultaneously:

Stereo-Digital Mode

If your front left and right speakers are not capable of

handling a full-range input, you may prefer to take

advantage of the AVR 225’s bass management capa-

bility. Select Stereo-Digital mode in the SUR-

ROUND SETUP menu (Figure 3) as described on

• The channel position being adjusted will flash in

the Speaker/Channel Input Indicators L.

If the test noise is heard from a channel other

than the one shown in the indicator, there is an

error in the speaker connections. If this is the

case, press the Test Button hTWICE to

stop the adjustment. Then, turn the unit off and

verify that all speakers are connected to the

proper Outputs ›ﬁ.

page 18, or press the Surround Mode Selector

juntil SURROUND OFF – A/D MODE

appears in the Main Information Display Sand

the Surround Mode Indicator ˜for Surround Off

is lit. In this mode, the analog input will be converted to

digital and routed to the digital signal processor for

bass management processing before it is converted

back to analog and outputted to the front left and

right speakers.

Before beginning the output level adjustment process,

make certain that all speaker connections have been

properly made. The system volume should be set to

the level that you will use during a typical listening

session. Finally, make certain that the Balance

Control * is set to the center “12 o’clock” position.

• As each channel is set, the channel name and

the adjustment offset will appear in the on-

screen display (if connected) and the Main

Information Display S. While the level is

changing, the Program/SPL Indicator cwill

change colors to reflect the output level in rela-

Using EzSet

Harman Kardon’s exclusive EzSet remote makes it pos-

sible to quickly and accurately set the AVR 225’s output

levels without the use of a sound pressure meter,

although manual adjustment is also available. However,

for the easiest setup, follow these steps while seated in

To configure your front left and right speakers in this

mode, follow the procedure described on page 19 for

configuring the Left and Right speakers using the

SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5), or press

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›

tion to the reference. A red indication shows

that the level is too high, while an amber indica-

tion shows that the level is too low. When the

indicator is green, the level is correct, and the

test noise will move to the next channel. The

color changes are for your information, but you

do not need to adjust anything, as EzSet will do

all the work.

remote. To activate the sensor and indicator, sim-

ply press and release the SPL Button 36 on

the remote while the test tone is circulating. The

Program/SPL Indicator cwill change color

to indicate the level. Adjust the level using the

‹ ›

on-screen cursor is next to the OUTPUT

ADJUSTline. Press the Set Button oto

bring the OUTPUTADJUSTmenu

(Figure 7) to the screen.

Buttonsn

until the LED lights green

OUTPUT

ADJUST

for all channels. When it is red the level is too

high; when it is amber the level is too low. Press

FRONT

CENTER

FRONT

LEFT

0dB

RIGHT:

the SPL Button

when you are finished to

• While adjustments are being made, the red LED

under the AVR Selector fwill flash. This is

normal, and indicates that EzSet is operating.

SURR

RIGHT

LEFT

turn the sensor and indicator off.

RETURN

NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not adjustable

using the test tone. To change the subwoofer level,

follow the steps for Output Level Trim Adjustment

on page 29.

8. After the test noise has circulated once through

each channel, it will send the tone to each

channel once again, to verify the settings.

Figure 7

9. After two complete circulations of the tone, the

levels are set. The Program/SPL Indicator c

will remain green at each channel. Upon comple-

tion of the second circulation, the Program/SPL

indicator will flash green twice and then go out.

The tone will stop and the AVR 225 will return to

normal operation.

3. As soon as the new menu appears, you will hear

a test noise circulate from speaker to speaker in

a clockwise direction around the room. The test

noise will play for three seconds in each speaker

before circulating, and a blinking on-screen cur-

sor will appear next to the name of each speaker

location when the sound is at that speaker.

7. When all channels have an equal volume level,

the adjustment is complete. To exit this menu,

⁄ ¤

press the

Buttons mquntil the on-

›

screen cursor is next to the RETURNTO

MENUline, and then press the Set Button

oto return to the MASTERMENU.

If you find that the output levels chosen by EzSet are

either uncomfortably low or high, you may repeat the

procedure. Return to Step 3 above and set the master

volume either slightly higher or lower to accommodate

your particular room layout and your tastes. You may

repeat this procedure as many times as necessary to

achieve a desired result. In order to prevent possible

damage to your hearing or your equipment, we

emphasize that you should avoid setting the master

volume above 0dB.

The output levels may also be adjusted at any time

using the discrete buttons and Semi-OSD system. To

adjust the output levels in this fashion, press the Test

Tone Selector ˆh. As soon as the button is

pressed, the test tone will begin to circulate as indicated

earlier. The correct channel from which the test noise

should be heard will be shown in the lower third of the

video screen and in the Main Information Display

S. While the test noise is circulating, the proper

channel position will also be indicated in the

NOTE: This is a good time to verify that the speakers

have been properly connected. As the test noise circu-

lates, listen to make certain that the sound comes

from the speaker position shown in the Main

Information Display S. If the sound from a speaker

location does NOT match the position indicated in the

display, turn the AVR 225 off using the Main Power

Switch 1and check the speaker wiring to make

certain that each speaker is connected to the correct

output terminal.

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Lby a blinking

letter within the correct channel.

Manual Output Level Adjustment

4. After checking for speaker placement, let the test

noise circulate again, and listen to see which

channels sound louder than the others. Using the

front left (FL in the display) speaker as a refer-

‹ ›

Output levels may also be adjusted manually, either to

set them to a specific level with an SPL meter, or to

make fine-tuning adjustments to the levels obtained

using the EzSet remote.

To adjust the output level, press the Selector Buttons

‹ ›

5on the front panel or the / Buttons n

until the desired level is shown in the display or on-

screen. Once the buttons are released, the test noise

will begin to circulate again in 15 seconds.

ence, press the

Buttons n

on the

remote for each channel to bring them to the

1. If you have not done so previously, place the

AVR 225 in Dolby Pro Logic II – Movie mode by

using the SURROUND SETUP menu

(Figure 3) as described on page 18. Output level

adjustment using the test tone is not available in

the Stereo modes. However, in the Stereo-Digital

mode, you may trim the output levels using pro-

gram material, as described on page 29.

‹ ›

same level. Note that when one of the

but-

tons is pushed, the test noise circulation will pause

on the channel being adjusted to give you time to

make the adjustment. When you release the but-

ton, the circulation will resume after 15 seconds.

When all channels have the same output level, press

the Test Tone Selector Button ˆhagain to

complete the process.

NOTE: Output level adjustment is not available for the

VMAx or Surround Off modes. However, the levels of

the left and right channels in the Surround Off (Stereo)

modes may be adjusted relative to each other using

the Balance Control *.

5. Continue to adjust the individual channels until the

volume level sounds the same from each speaker.

Note that adjustments should be made with the

‹ ›

2. Manual output level adjustment is most easily

done through the OUTPUTADJUSTmenu

(Figure 7). If you are already at the MASTER

on the remote only, NOT

Buttons n

the main volume controls. If you are using a

sound pressure level (SPL) meter for precise level

adjustment, set the volume so that the meter

reads 75dB, C-Weighting Slow.

MENU, press the Button quntil the on-

Additional Input Adjustments

›

screen cursor is next to the OUTPUT

After one input has been adjusted for surround mode,

digital input (if any), speaker type and output levels,

go back to the INPUTSETUPline on the

MASTERMENUand enter the settings for each

input that you will use. In most cases, only the digital

ADJUSTline. If you are not at the MAS-

TERMENU, press the OSD Button vto

bring up the MASTERMENU(Figure 1),

6. You may also adjust the output levels manually

while using the level indication feature of the EzSet

and then press the Button quntil the

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input and surround mode will be different from one

input to the next, while the speaker type, night mode

and output level settings will usually be the same and

may be quickly entered by entering the same data

used for the original input.

Once the settings outlined on the previous pages have

been made, the AVR 225 is ready for operation. While

there are some additional settings to be made, these

are best done after you have had an opportunity to lis-

ten to a variety of sources and different kinds of pro-

gram material. These advanced settings are described

on pages 30–31 of this manual. In addition, any of

the settings made in the initial configuration of the unit

may be changed at any time. As you add new or dif-

ferent sources or speakers, or if you wish to change a

setting to better reflect your listening taste, simply fol-

low the instructions for changing the settings for that

parameter as shown in this section.

Having completed the setup and configuration process

for your AVR 225, you are about to experience the

finest in music and home theater listening. Enjoy!

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When you will be away from home for an extended

period of time it is always a good idea to completely

turn the unit off with the front-panel Main Power

• To temporarily silence all speaker outputs press the

Mute Button . This will interrupt the output to all

speakers and the headphone jack, but it will not affect

any recording or dubbing that may be in progress.

Basic Operation

Once you have completed the setup and configuration

of the AVR 225, it is simple to operate and enjoy. The

following instructions will help you maximize the enjoy-

ment of your new receiver:

Switch

Press the Mute Button

again or adjust the

NOTE: All preset memories are lost if the unit is left

volume to return to normal operation.

turned off by using the Main Power Switch

for

more than one week.

• During a listening session you may wish to adjust

the Bass Control &and Treble Control (to suit

your listening tastes or room acoustics.

Turning the AVR 225 On or Off

• When using the AVR 225 for the first time, you must

Source Selection

press the Main Power Switch 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

• To select a source, press any of the Source

Selector Buttons eg on the remote.

• To set the output of the AVR 225 so that the output

is “flat,” with the tone controls deactivated, press the

Tone Mode Button 6until the words Tone

Outappear momentarily in the Main Information

Display S.To return the tone controls to an active

condition, press the Tone Mode Button 6until the

words ToneInmomentarily appear in the Main

Information Display S.

Indicator . Once the unit is in Standby, you may

begin a listening session by pressing the System

• The input source may also be changed by pressing

the front-panel Input Source Selector !. Each

press of the button will move the input selection

through the list of available inputs.

Power Control

on the front panel or the AVR

Selector f. The Power Indicator

will turn

green. This will turn the unit on and return it to the input

source that was last used. The unit may also be turned

on from Standby by pressing any of the Input Selector

• As the input is changed, the AVR 225 will automati-

cally switch to the digital input (if selected), surround

mode, speaker configuration, output levels, crossover

frequency and night mode status that were entered

during the configuration process for that source.

Buttons efg

on the remote or the Input

• For private listening, plug the 1/4" stereo phone

plug from a pair of stereo headphones into the

Source Selector

on the front panel.

front-panel Headphone Jack . Note that when

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector

Buttons eg to turn the unit on, press the

the headphone’s plug is connected, the words

HEADPH0NEINwill scroll once across the

Main Information Display Sand all speakers will

be silenced. When the headphone plug is removed,

the audio feed to the speakers will be restored.

AVR Selector fto set the remote control to the

AVR 225’s functions.

• The front-panel Video 4 Inputs

may be

used to connect a device such as a video game or

camcorder to your home entertainment system on a

temporary basis.

To turn the unit off at the end of a listening session,

simply press the System Power Control 2on

the front panel or the Power Off Button aon

the remote. Power will be shut off to any equipment

plugged into the rear-panel Switched AC Outlet ›

and the Power Indicator 3will turn amber.

• As the input source is changed, the new input name

will appear momentarily as an on-screen display in the

lower third of the video display. The input name will

also appear in the Main Information Display S

and a green LED will light next to the selected input’s

name in the front-panel Input Indicators .

When the remote is used to turn the unit “off” it is

actually placing the system in a Standby mode, as indi-

cated by the amber color of the Power Indicator 3.

• When an audio source is selected, the last video

input used remains routed to the Video Outputs

• To program the AVR 225 for automatic turn-off, press

the Sleep Button ion the remote. Each press of

the button will decrease the time before shutdown in the

following sequence:

38 and Video Monitor Outputs ·j.

This permits simultaneous viewing and listening to

different sources.

min

• When a Video source is selected, the video signal for

that input will be routed to the Video Monitor Output

min

OFF

·j

Jacks

and will be viewable on a TV monitor con-

nected to the AVR 225.

The sleep time will be displayed in the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer Indicator Jand it will count

down until the time has elapsed.

Volume Control

• Adjust the volume to a comfortable level using the

front-panel Volume Control Óor remote Volume

Up/Down 34 buttons.

When the programmed sleep time has elapsed, the

unit will automatically turn off. Note that the front-panel

display will dim to one-half brightness when the Sleep

function is programmed. To cancel the Sleep function,

press and hold the Sleep Buttoniuntil the infor-

mation display returns to normal brightness, the Sleep

indicator numbers disappear and SLEEPO

• When listening in one of the Stereo modes with the

surround circuits off, the Balance Control *may be

used to adjust the relative sound output between the

front left and right speakers.

appears in the Main Information Display S.

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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: 0ms – 5ms

Initial Setting: 0ms

Surround: 0ms –15ms

Initial Setting: 0ms

DTS

Available only with digital input sources encoded with DTS data. Available on special DVD, LD and audio-only discs, Delay time not adjustable

DTS provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated low-frequency channel.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Movie

Music

Dolby Pro Logic II is the latest version of Dolby Laboratory’s benchmark surround technology that decodes

full-range, discrete left, center right, right surround and left surround channels from matrix surround-encoded

programs and conventional stereo sources. The Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode is optimized for movie soundtracks,

while the Pro Logic II Music mode should be used with musical selections. The Pro Logic II Emulation mode

re-creates original Pro Logic processing for those who prefer that presentation.

15ms – 30ms

Initial Setting: 15ms

Emulation

Logic 7 C

Logic 7 M

Logic 7 is an advanced mode that extracts the maximum surround information from either surround-encoded

programs or conventional stereo material. The Logic 7 C (or Cinema) mode should be used with any source that

contains Dolby Surround or similar matrix encoding. Logic 7 C delivers increased center-channel intelligibility, and

more accurate placement of sounds with fades and pans that are much smoother and more realistic than with

other decoding techniques. The Logic 7 M (or Music) mode should be used with analog or PCM stereo sources.

Logic 7 M enhances the listening experience by presenting a wider front soundstage and greater rear ambience.

Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to deliver

maximum bass impact.

Delay time not adjustable

No surround channels

Dolby 3 Stereo

Theater

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.

The Theater mode creates a sound field that resembles the acoustic feeling of a standard live performance theater. Delay time not adjustable

Hall 1

Hall 2

The two Hall modes create sound fields that resemble a small (Hall 1) or medium-sized (Hall 2) concert hall.

Delay time not adjustable

No surround channels

VMAx Near

VMAx Far

When only the two front-channel loudspeakers are used, Harman’s patented VMAx mode delivers a

three-dimensional sound space with the illusion of “phantom speakers” at the center and surround positions.

The VMAx N (or “Near Field”) mode should be selected when your listening position is less than five feet from

the speakers. The VMAx F (or “Far Field”) mode should be selected when your listening position is greater than

five feet from the speakers. The VMAx modes are also available using the Headphones Output 4.When

headphones are being used, the Far Field mode will appear to push the sound field away from your ears,

reducing the “inside the head” sensation often experienced when using headphones.

5-Channel Stereo

This mode takes advantage of multiple speakers to place a stereo signal at both the front and back of a room.

Ideal for playing music in situations such as a party, it places the same signal at the front-left and surround-left,

and front-right and surround-right speakers. The center channel is fed a summed mono mix of the in-phase

material of the left and right channels.

No delay is available for

this mode

Surround Off (Stereo)

These modes turn off all surround processing and present the pure left- and right-channel presentation of two-

No surround channels

Stereo-Direct (Bypass) channel stereo programs. The Stereo-Direct (Bypass) mode may only be used with analog source inputs, as it

Stereo-Digital

preserves the analog format of the audio signal for its entire path of travel through the receiver to the speaker and

subwoofer outputs, bypassing all digital processing. Digital bass management is not available in Stereo-Direct mode.

The Stereo-Digital mode can be used with either an analog or digital input, as the signal undergoes digital bass

management to optimize the distribution of the low frequencies between the main speakers and a subwoofer.

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Note that the Dolby Digital and DTS modes may only

be selected when a digital input is in use. In addition,

when a digital source is present, the AVR 225 will

automatically select and switch to the correct mode

(Dolby Digital or DTS), regardless of the mode that has

been previously selected. For more information on

selecting digital sources, see the following section of

this manual.

discs. You may use any LD or CD player equipped with

a digital output to play DTS-encoded discs with the

AVR 225. All that is required is to connect the player’s

output to either the Optical or Coaxial input on the

rear panel be or front panel #$.

Surround Mode Selection

One of the most important features of the AVR 225

is its ability to reproduce a full multichannel surround

sound field from digital sources, analog matrix sur-

round-encoded programs and standard stereo pro-

grams. In all, a total of 16 listening modes are avail-

able on the AVR 225.

In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTS sound-

tracks, the DVD player must be compatible with the

DTS signal as indicated by a DTS logo on the player’s

front panel. Early DVD players may not be able to play

DTS-encoded DVDs. This does not indicate a problem

with the AVR 225, as some players cannot pass the

DTS signal through to the digital outputs. If you are in

doubt as to the capability of your DVD player to handle

DTS discs, consult the player’s owner’s manual. Please

note that some DVD players are shipped with their

output set for Dolby Digital only. To ensure that DTS

data is being sent to the AVR, please check the setup

menu system on your DVD player to make certain that

DTS data output is enabled.

Selection of a surround mode is based on personal

taste, as well as the type of program source material

being used. For example, motion pictures or TV pro-

grams bearing the logo of one of the major surround-

To listen to a program in traditional two-channel stereo,

using the front-left and front-right speakers only (plus

the subwoofer if installed and configured), follow the

instructions shown above for using the remote until

SURROFFappears in the Main Information

Display S. Note that the Stereo-Direct (Bypass) mode

may only be selected when an analog input is in use.

encoding processes, such as Dolby Surround *, DTS

Stereo * or UltraStereo^™* may be played in either

the Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 Cinema

surround modes, depending on the source material.

Digital Audio Playback

NOTE: Once a program has been encoded with matrix

surround information, it retains the surround information

as long as the program is broadcast in stereo. Thus,

movies with surround sound may be decoded via any of

the analog surround modes such as Pro Logic II or

Logic 7, when they are broadcast via conventional TV

stations, cable, pay TV and satellite transmission. In addi-

tion, a number of made-for-television programs, sports

broadcasts, radio dramas and music CDs are also

recorded in surround sound. You may view a list of

these programs at www.dolby.com.

Digital audio is a major advancement over older analog

matrix surround systems. It delivers five discrete chan-

nels: left-front, center, right-front, left-surround and right-

surround. Each channel reproduces full frequency range

(20Hz to 20kHz) and offers dramatically improved

dynamic range and significant improvements to signal-to-

noise ratios. In addition, digital systems have the capa-

bility to deliver an additional channel that is specifically

devoted to low-frequency information. This is the “.1”

channel referred to when you see these systems

described as “5.1”. The bass channel is separate from the

other channels, but since it is intentionally bandwidth-limited,

sound designers have given it that unique designation.

Selecting a Digital Source

To utilize either digital mode you must have properly

connected a digital source to the AVR 225. Connect

the digital outputs from DVD players, HDTV receivers,

satellite systems or CD players to the Optical or

Coaxial Inputs be#$. In order to provide a

backup signal and a source for analog stereo record-

ing, the analog outputs provided on digital source

equipment should also be connected to their appropri-

ate inputs on the AVR 225 rear panel (e.g., connect

the analog stereo audio output from a DVD to the

Even when a program is not listed as carrying intentional

surround information, you may find that the Pro Logic II,

Logic 7, VMAx and the Hall or Theater modes often

deliver enveloping surround presentations through the use

of the natural information present in all stereo recordings.

However, for stereo, but not surround programs, we sug-

gest that you experiment with the other modes.

Dolby Digital

DVD Audio Inputs

on the rear panel when you

Dolby Digital (originally known as AC-3^®) is a standard

connect the source’s digital outputs).

part of the DVD format, and is also part of the new digital

broadcasting system and it is available with many satellite

receivers and some digital cable boxes, as well as with

specially encoded LD discs.

When playing a digital source such as DVD, first select

the input using the remote or front-panel controls as

described on page 17. Next, select the digital source

by pressing the Digital Input Selector Button

⁄ ¤

Surround modes are selected using either the front-

panel controls or the remote. To select a surround

mode from the front panel, press the Surround Mode

Selector 7to scroll up or down through the list of

available modes. To select a surround mode using the

remote, press the Surround Mode Selectorjand

⁄ ¤

Note that an optional, external RF demodulator is

required to use the AVR 225 to listen to the Dolby

Digital soundtracks available on laser discs. Connect

the RF output of the LD player to the demodulator and

then connect the digital output of the demodulator to

the Optical or Coaxial Inputs be#$of the

AVR 225. No demodulator is required for use with

DVD players or DTS-encoded laser discs.

pÚand then using the

Buttons mq

on the remote or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel to choose any of the optical or coaxial

inputs, as they appear in the Main Information

Display S, the Digital Input Indicators UVor

the on-screen display. Alternatively, you may use the

INPUT SETUP menu (Figure 2) to select

among the digital or analog inputs as described on

pages 17–18. When the digital source is playing, the

AVR 225 will automatically detect whether it is a multi-

channel Dolby Digital or DTS source, or a conventional

PCM signal, which is the standard output from CD

players. A Bitstream Indicator Awill light in the

Main Information Display Ûto confirm that the

digital signal is Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM.

then press the

Buttons mqto change the

mode. As you press the buttons, the Surround mode

name will appear in the lower third of the on-screen

display and in the Main Information Display S,

and an individual mode indicator will also light up BC

DEGHI. As the surround modes change, a

green LED will light next to the current mode in the

Surround Mode Indicators ˜list on the front panel.

DTS

DTS is another digital audio system that is capable of

delivering 5.1 audio. Although both DTS and Dolby

Digital are digital, they use different methods of encod-

ing the signals, and thus they require different decoding

circuits to convert the digital signals back to analog.

NOTE: The name of each Surround Mode will scroll

across the bottom of the on-screen display and

through the Main Information Display Swhile the

modes are being selected. To avoid exiting from the

surround mode selection process, push the

Button mqwhile a mode name is still visible.

■

DTS-encoded soundtracks are available on select DVD

and LD discs, as well as on special audio-only DTS

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Digital Status Indicators

In addition to the bitstream indicators, the AVR 225

features a set of unique channel-input indicators that

tell you how many channels of digital information are

being received and/or whether the digital signal is

interrupted.

mum peak level by ¹/4 to ¹/3. This prevents abruptly

loud transitions from disturbing others, without reduc-

ing the impact of the digital source. The Night mode is

available only when Dolby Digital signals with special

data are being played.

When a digital source is playing, the AVR 225 senses

the type of bitstream data that is present. Using this

information, the correct surround mode will automati-

cally be selected. For example, DTS bitstreams will

cause the unit to switch to DTS decoding, and Dolby

Digital bitstreams will enable Dolby Digital decoding.

When the unit senses PCM data from CDs or LDs, you

may select any of the standard surround modes, such

as Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7. Since the range of

available surround modes is dependent on the type of

digital data that is present, the AVR 225 uses a variety

of indicators to let you know what type of

These indicators are the L/C/R/LS/RS/LFE letters that

are inside the center boxes of the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators Lin the front-panel Main Infor-

mation Display Û. When a standard analog signal

is in use, only the “L” and “R” indicators will light, as

analog signals have only left and right channels.

The Night mode may be engaged when a Dolby

Digital DVD is playing by pressing the Night Mode

⁄ ¤

Button kon the remote. Next, press the

Buttons mqto select either the middle range or

full-compression versions of the Night mode. To turn

⁄ ¤

the Night mode off, press the

Buttons mq

until the message in the lower third of the video dis-

play and the Main Information Display Sreads

D-ROff. When the Night mode is active, the

Night Mode Indicator Kwill also light.

signal is present. This will help you to understand the

choice of modes.

Digital signals, however, may have two, five or six sep-

arate channels, depending on the program material,

the method of transmission and the way in which it

was encoded. When a digital signal is playing, the let-

ters in these indicators will light in response to the

specific signal being received. It is important to note

that although Dolby Digital, for example, is referred to

as a “5.1” system, not all Dolby Digital DVDs or pro-

grams are encoded with 5.1 channels. Thus, it is

sometimes normal for a DVD with a Dolby Digital

soundtrack to trigger only the “L” and “R” indicators.

When a digital source is playing, a Bitstream

Indicator Awill light to show which type of signal is

playing:

The Night mode may also be selected to always be on

at either level of compression using the options in the

SURROUNDSETUPmenu (Figure 4). See

page 19 for information on using the menus to set

this option.

D: When the DOLBY D indicator lights, a Dolby

Digital bitstream is being received. Depending on the

settings on the source player and specific surround

information and number of channels on the disc, a

number of surround modes are possible. For discs

with full 5.1 audio, only the Dolby Digital and VMAx

modes are available. When the Dolby Digital signal is

only two-channel, you may also select from the Logic 7

Cinema/Music, Hall 1/2, Theater, Dolby Pro Logic II

Movie, Music or Emulation, or Dolby 3 Stereo modes.

When the AVR 225 senses a 2.0-channel Dolby Digital

signal, the unit will automatically select Dolby Pro Logic II

as the surround processing mode, and both the Dolby

Digital Cand Dolby Pro Logic II Dindicators will

light in accordance with the requirements of Dolby

Laboratories.

IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL PLAYBACK:

1. When the digital playback source is stopped, or in a

Pause, Fast Forward or Chapter Search mode, the dig-

ital audio data will momentarily stop, and the channel

position letters inside the Speaker/Channel Input

Indicators Lwill flash. This is normal and does not

indicate a problem with either the AVR 225 or the

source machine. The AVR 225 will return to digital

playback as soon as the data is available and when

the machine is in a standard play mode.

NOTE: Many DVD discs are recorded with both “5.1”

and “2.0” versions of the same soundtrack. When

playing a DVD, always be certain to check the type of

material on the disc. Most discs show this information

in the form of a listing or icon on the back of the disc

jacket. When a disc does offer multiple soundtrack

choices, you may have to make some adjustments to

your DVD player (usually with the “Audio Select” button

or in a menu screen on the disc) to send a full 5.1

feed to the AVR 225. It is also possible for the type of

signal feed to change during the course of a DVD

playback. In some cases the previews of special mate-

rial will only be recorded in 2.0 audio, while the main

feature is available in 5.1 audio. As long as your DVD

player is set for 6-channel output, the AVR 225 will

automatically sense changes to the bitstream and

channel count and reflect them in these indicators.

2. Although the AVR 225 will decode virtually all DVD

movies, CDs and HDTV sources, it is possible that some

future digital sources may not be compatible with the

AVR 225.

DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS bitstream

is being received. When the unit senses this type of

data, only the DTS mode may be used.

3. Note that not all digitally encoded programs contain

full 5.1-channel audio. Consult the program guide that

accompanies the DVD or laser disc to determine

which type of audio has been recorded on the disc.

The AVR 225 will automatically sense the type of digital

surround encoding used and adjust to accommodate it.

PCM: When the PCM indicator lights, a standard Pulse

Code Modulation, or PCM, signal is being received.

This is the type of digital audio used by conventional

compact disc and laser disc recordings. When a PCM

bitstream is present, all modes except Dolby Digital

and DTS are available.

The letters used by the Speaker/Channel Input

Indicators Lalso flash to indicate when a bitstream

has been interrupted. This will happen when a digital

input source is selected before the playback starts, or

when a digital source such as a DVD is paused. The

flashing indicators remind you that the playback has

stopped due to the absence of a digital signal and not

through any fault of the AVR 225. This is normal, and

the digital playback will resume once the playback is

started again.

4. When a digital source is playing, you may not be

able to select some of the analog surround modes

such as Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3 Stereo, Hall,

Theater or Logic 7.

When a high-resolution, 96kHz/24-bit PCM signal is

detected, the current source input followed by 96k

(for example, DVD/96k) will be displayed in the

Main Information Display S. This type of program

material can be found on specially marked discs that

were recorded using a higher sampling rate than the

44kHz or 48kHz typically used on compact discs. The

Stereo-Digital (Surround Off) mode will be available to

process a 96/24 signal. The Stereo-Analog mode will

not be available since, by definition, a 96/24 signal

may be supplied only via a digital input.

5. When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is playing, it is

not possible to make an analog recording using the

Tape ¢ and Video 1 or Video 2 Outputs dg

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Night Mode

. However, the digital signals will be

A special feature of Dolby Digital is the Night mode,

which enables AC-3 input sources to be played back

with full dialogue intelligibility while reducing the mini-

passed through to the Digital Audio Outputs ‡°.

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PCM Audio Playback

2. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select Button gor

AM/FM Band Selector 9again to switch between

AM and FM so that the desired frequency band is

selected.

1. Press the Memory Button

on the remote.

PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the noncompressed

digital audio system used for compact discs and laser

discs. The digital circuits in the AVR 225 are capable of

high-quality digital-to-analog decoding, and they may

be connected directly to the digital audio output of your

CD or LD player.

The Memory Indicator Owill be illuminated and flash

in the Main Information Display Û.

2. Within five seconds, press the Numeric Keys r

corresponding to the location where you wish to store

this station’s frequency. Once entered, the preset num-

ber will appear in the Preset Number/Sleep Time

Display J.

3. Press the Tuning Mode Button sto select

manual or automatic tuning.

Connections may be made to either the rear-panel

Optical or Coaxial Inputs be or the front-panel

Digital Inputs #$.

In automatic tuning mode, the AUTO Indicator Ris

illuminated in the Main Information Display Ûand

the tuner will stop only at those stations that have a

signal that’s strong enough to be received with accept-

able quality.

3. Repeat the process after tuning any additional sta-

tions to be preset.

To listen to a PCM digital source, first select the input for

the desired source (e.g., CD). Next, press the Digital

Input Selector Úpand then use the /

Buttons nqon the remote, or the Selector

Buttons5on the front panel, until the desired choice

appears in the Main Information Display S.

Recalling Preset Stations

‹ ›

When the Auto Indicator Ris not illuminated, the

tuner is in a manual mode and will stop at each fre-

quency increment in the selected band.

• To manually select a station previously entered in the

preset memory, press the Numeric Keys rthat

correspond to the desired station’s memory location.

4. To select stations, press the Tuning Selector

• To manually tune through the list of stored preset

stations one by one, press the Preset Stations

Selector Buttons )`on the front panel or

remote.

When a PCM source is playing, the PCM Indicator

Awill light. During PCM playback, you may select

any Surround mode except Dolby Digital or DTS.

Button u.When the Auto Indicator Ris

illuminated, press the button and then release to cause

the tuner to search for the next highest- or lowest-

frequency station that has an acceptable signal. When

tuning FM stations in the Auto mode, the tuner will

select only stereo stations. To tune to the next station,

press the button again. If the Stereo Indicator Pis

not illuminated, press the Tuning Mode Button @

sto activate manual mode and tap the Tuning

If a 96kHz/24-bit PCM signal is detected, the current

source input followed by 96k (for example, DVD/

96k) will be displayed in the Main Information

Display S.You may select the Stereo-Digital

(Surround Off) mode to process this type of signal.

Tape Recording

In normal operation, the audio or video source selected

for listening through the AVR 225 is sent to the record

outputs. This means that any program you are watch-

ing or listening to may be recorded simply by placing

machines connected to the outputs for Tape Outputs

Selector Button uto advance one frequency

Playback from PCM sources may also benefit from the

Logic 7 mode. When playing back a surround-encoded

PCM source, such as an LD or surround-encoded CD,

use the Logic 7 C (or Cinema) mode. When playing

true stereo recordings, use the Logic 7 M (or Music)

mode for a wider soundstage and increased rear-

channel ambience.

increment at a time, or press and hold it to locate a

specific station. When the Tuned Indicator Qlights,

the station is properly tuned and should be heard

with clarity.

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39 in

the record mode.

When a digital audio recorder is connected to the

Optical ‡ or Coaxial ° digital audio outputs, you

may record the digital signal using a CD-R, MiniDisc

or other digital recording system.

5. Stations may also be tuned directly in either auto-

matic or manual tuning mode by pressing the Direct

Button t, and then pressing the Numeric Keys

NOTE: When a Logic 7 mode is in use with a Dolby

Digital 2.0 digital input source, that mode, rather than

Logic 7, will be used by the AVR after the digital bit-

stream is interrupted for any reason, such as stopping

or pausing the digital playback. Note, also, that Logic 7

is not available with digital playback unless a two-

channel bitstream is in use.

that correspond to the station’s frequency. The

NOTES:

desired station will automatically be tuned. If you press

an incorrect button while entering a direct frequency,

• The AVR 225 converts analog inputs to a PCM digi-

tal signal, enabling you to record the material on a

CD or MD recorder connected to one of the

AVR 225’s Digital Audio Outputs ‡°. The

digital recorder must be compatible with the output

signal. For example, the PCM digital input from a CD

player may be recorded on a CD-R or MiniDisc, but

Dolby Digital or DTS signals may not.

press the Clear Button

to start over.

NOTE: When the FM reception of a station is weak,

audio quality will be increased by switching to Mono

Tuner Operation

mode by pressing the Tuning Mode Button

until the Stereo Indicator Pgoes out. This will also

activate the manual tuning mode.

The AVR 225’s tuner is capable of tuning AM, FM and

FM Stereo broadcast stations. Stations may be tuned

manually, or they may be stored as favorite station pre-

sets and recalled from a 30-position memory.

• Please make certain that you are aware of any

Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted materials is

prohibited by federal law.

Preset Tuning

Using the remote, up to 30 stations may be stored in

the AVR 225’s memory for easy recall using the front-

panel controls or the remote.

Station Selection

1. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select Button gon

the remote to select the tuner as an input. The tuner

may be selected from the front panel either by

pressing the Input Source Selector !until the

tuner is active or by pressing the AM/FM Band

Selector 9at any time.

To enter a station into the memory, first tune the sta-

tion using the steps outlined above. Then:

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The channel output for any input may also be adjusted

using the Full-OSD on-screen menu system. First, set

the volume to a comfortable listening level using the

Output Level Trim Adjustment

6-Channel Direct Input

Normal output level adjustment for the AVR 225 is

established using the test tone, as outlined on pages

21 and 22. In some cases, however, it may be desir-

able 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 can

only be adjusted using this procedure.

The AVR 225 is equipped for future expansion

through the use of optional, external adapters for for-

mats that the AVR 225 may not be capable of pro-

cessing. When an adapter is connected to the

6-Channel Direct Inputs i, you may select it by

Volume Control Ó

. Then, press the OSD

Button vto bring up the MASTERMENU

(Figure 1). Press the Button quntil the on-

›

screen cursor is next to the CHANNEL

ADJUSTline. Press the Set Button oto acti-

vate the CHANNELADJUSTmenu (Figure 8).

pressing the 6-Ch Direct Input Selector

. The

6-Channel Direct input may also be selected by press-

ing the Input Source Selector Button !on the

front panel until 6CHDIRECTappears in the

Main Information Display Sand a green LED

lights next to 6 CH in the Input Indicators .

CHANNEL

ADJUST

To adjust the output levels using program material, first

set the reference volume for the front-left and front-

right channels using the Volume Control Ó

FRONT

CENTER

FRONT

LEFT

0dB

OFF

RIGHT

SURR

RIGHT

LEFT

If you are using a disc with test signals or an external

signal generator as the source from which to trim the

output levels, you may use the EzSet feature of the

remote to guide you to the reference SPL level. To

use the remote for this purpose, press and quickly

When the 6-Channel Direct input is in use, you may

not select a surround mode, as the external decoder

determines processing. In addition, there is no signal

at the record outputs when the 6-Channel Direct input

is in use.

SUBWOOFER

CHANNEL

RETURN

RESET:

TO MENU

Figure 8

release the SPL Button

to activate the sensor.

Memory Backup

Once the menu appears on your video screen, use the

While the test tone is circulating, the Program/SPL

Indicator cwill change color to indicate the level.

Adjust the level as shown on pages 21 and 22 until

the LED lights green for all channels. When it is red

the level is too high; when it is amber the level is too

›

⁄ ¤

This product is equipped with a memory backup

system that preserves the system configuration

information and tuner presets if the unit is accidentally

unplugged or subjected to a power outage. This

memory will last for approximately one week, after

which time all information must be reentered.

Buttons mqto move the on-screen

cursor so that it is next to the channel that you wish to

‹ ›

adjust. Then, use the

Buttons n

to raise

or lower the output level. Remember, the goal is to

have the output level at each channel be equal when

heard at the listening position.

low. Press the SPL Button

to turn the sensor and

indicator off.

⁄ ¤

When all adjustments are done, press the

Once the reference level has been set, press the

›

mqbuttons to move the on-screen cursor so

that it is next to RETURNTOMENUand then

press the Set Button oif you wish to go back to the

main menu to make other adjustments. If you have no

other adjustments to make, press the OSD Button v

to exit the menu system.

Channel Select Button

Ùand note that

FLLEVELwill appear in the Main Information

Display S. To change the level, first press the Set

Button oÔ, and then use the Selector Buttons

⁄ ¤

to raise or lower

5or the

Buttons

the level. DO NOT use the volume control, as this will

alter the reference setting.

NOTES:

• The output levels may be separately trimmed for

each digital and analog surround mode. If you wish

to have different trim levels for a specific mode,

select that mode and then follow the instructions in

the steps shown earlier.

Once the change has been made, press the Set

Button oÔand then press the Selector Buttons

⁄ ¤

to select the next

5or the

Buttons

output channel location that you wish to adjust. To

adjust the subwoofer level, press the Selector

⁄ ¤

until

Buttons 5or the

Buttons

• In Stereo-Digital (Surround Off) mode, only the

front-left, front-right and subwoofer channels may

be trimmed. It is not possible to trim the output

levels in Stereo-Direct mode, since that mode

bypasses the digital circuitry used for output-level

trimming.

SW LEVELappears in the Main Information

Display Sor on-screen display.

Press the Set Button oÔwhen the name of the

desired channel appears in the Main Information

Display S and on-screen display, and follow the

instructions shown earlier to adjust the level.

Repeat the procedure as needed until all channels

requiring adjustment have been set. When all adjust-

ments have been made and no further adjustments

are made for five seconds, the AVR 225 will return to

normal operation.

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The AVR 225 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.

Once the desired brightness level is selected, it will

remain in effect until it is changed again or until the

unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press the

›

⁄ ¤

Buttons mquntil the on-screen cursor

is next to the desired setting or the RETURNTO

MENUline and press the Set Button o. If you

have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD

Button vto exit the menu system.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press the

›

⁄ ¤

Buttons mquntil the on-screen cursor

Display Brightness

is next to the desired setting or the RETURNTO

The AVR 225’s Main Information Display Ûis set MENUline and press the Set Button o. If you

Semi-OSD Settings

at a default brightness level that is sufficient for viewing

in a normally lit room. However, in some home theater

installations, you may wish to occasionally lower the

brightness of the display, or turn it off completely.

have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD

Button vto exit the menu system.

The Semi-OSD system places one-line messages at

the lower third of the video display screen whenever

the Volume, Input Source, Surround mode or tuner fre-

quency of any of the configuration settings is changed.

The Semi-OSD system is helpful in that it enables you

to have feedback on any control changes or remote

commands using the video display when it is difficult

to view the front-panel displays. However, you may

occasionally prefer to turn these displays off for a par-

ticular listening session. You may also want to adjust

the length of time the displays remain on the screen.

Both of those options are possible with the AVR 225.

Turn-On Volume Level

As is the case with most audio/video receivers, when

the AVR 225 is turned on, it will always return to the

volume setting in effect when the unit was turned off.

However, you may prefer to always have the AVR 225

turn on at a specific setting, regardless of what was

last in use when the unit was turned off. To change the

default condition so that the same volume level is

always used at turn-on, you will need to make an

adjustment in the ADVANCEDSELECT

menu. To start the adjustment, press the OSD Button

vto bring the MASTERMENU(Figure 1)

To change the display brightness setting for a specific

listening session, you will need to make an adjustment

in the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu. To start

the adjustment, press the OSD Button vto bring

the MASTERMENUto the screen. Press the

›

Button quntil the on-screen cursor is next to

the ADVANCEDline. Press the Set Button o

to enter the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu

(Figure 9).

To turn off the Semi-OSD system, you will need to

make an adjustment in the ADVANCED

SELECTmenu (Figure 9). To start the adjustment,

press the OSD Button vto bring the MASTER

MENUto the screen. Press the ¤ Button until the

on-screen ¤ cursor is next to the ADVANCED

line. Press the Set Button oto enter the

ADVANCED

SELECT

to the screen. Press the Button quntil the

VFD

:FULL

DEFAULT:OFF

VOL

OSD :ON

›

on-screen cursor is next to the ADVANCED

VOLUME

line. Press the Set Button oto enter the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu (Figure 9).

DEFAULT

SET:ꢀ25dB

SEMI

FULL

OSD

TIME

OUT:

OUT:20S

RETURN

At the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu make

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu.

›

certain that the on-screen cursor is next to the

VOLUMEDEFAULTline by pressing the

At the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu, make

certain that the on-screen ^›cursor is next to the

⁄ ¤

Buttons mqas needed. Next, press the

Figure 9

›

Button

so that the word ONis highlighted in SEMIOSDline by pressing the

Buttons

mqas needed. Next, press the ^›Button

the video display. Next, press the Button so that

To change the brightness setting, at the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu, make certain

›

the on-screen cursor is next to the DEFAULT

so that the word OFFis highlighted in the video

display.

VOLSETline. To set the desired turn-on volume,

›

that the on-screen cursor is next to the VFDline,

‹ ›

press the

Buttons n

until the desired

›

and press the Button

until the desired bright-

volume level is shown on the DEFAULTVOL

SETline. Note that this setting may NOT be made

with the regular volume controls.

Note that this setting is temporary and will remain

active only until it is changed or until the AVR 225 is

turned off. Once the unit is turned off, the Semi-OSD

displays will remain activated, even if they were

switched off for the previous listening session.

ness level is highlighted in the video display. When

FULLis highlighted, the display is at its normal

brightness. When HALFis highlighted, the display

is at half the normal brightness level. When OFF

is highlighted, all of the indicators in the Main

Information Display Ûwill go dark. Note, however,

that the green LEDs for the Input Indicators and

the Surround Mode Indicators ˜, as well as for

the Power Indicator 3, will always remain lit to

remind you that the unit is turned on.

NOTE: Since the setting for the turn-on volume can-

not 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 Ó34 . When the desired volume

level to be used at turn-on is reached, make a note of

To change the length of time that the Semi-OSD

displays remain on the screen, go to the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu as outlined

⁄ ¤

earlier, and press the

needed, until the on-screen cursor is next to the

Buttons mqas

›

the setting as it appears in the lower third of the video SEMIOSDTIMEOUTline. Next, press

The display brightness may also be changed by press-

ing and holding the Set Button Ôon the front panel

for three seconds until the message in the Main

Information Display Sreads VFDFULL.

Within five seconds, press the front-panel Selector

Buttons 5until the desired brightness display level

is shown. At that point, press the Set Button Ô

again to enter the setting.

‹ ›

screen or in the Main Information Display S.

(A typical volume level will appear as a negative num-

ber such as –25dB.) When making the adjustment,

‹ ›

the

Buttons n31 until the desired time in

seconds is displayed. Note that, unlike most of the

other options in this menu, this is a permanent setting

change and the time-out entry will remain in effect

until it is changed, even when the unit is turned off.

use the

Buttons n 31 to enter this setting.

Unlike some of the other adjustments in this menu, the

turn-on volume default will remain in effect until it is

changed or turned off in this menu, even when the

unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press the

›

⁄ ¤

Buttons mquntil the on-screen cursor

is next to the desired setting or the RETURNTO

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MENUline and press the Set Button o. If you

have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD

Button vto exit the menu system.

Full-OSD Time Out Adjustment

The Full-OSD menu system is used to simplify the

setup and adjustment of the AVR 225 using a series

of on-screen menus. The factory default setting for

these menus leaves them on the screen for 20 sec-

onds after a period of inactivity before they disappear

from the screen or “Time Out.” Time Out is a safety

measure to prevent image retention of the menu text

in your monitor or projector, which might happen if

menus were left on indefinitely. However, some view-

ers may prefer a slightly longer or shorter period

before the display times out.

To change the Full-OSD Time Out, you will need to

make an adjustment in the ADVANCED

SELECTmenu (Figure 9). To start the adjustment,

press the OSD Button vto bring the MASTER

MENUto the screen. Press the ¤ Button quntil

the on-screen ¤ cursor is next to the ADVANCED

line. Press the Set Button oto enter the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu (Figure 9).

At the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu (Figure 9),

make certain that the on-screen ^›cursor is next to

the FULLOSDTIMEOUTline by pressing

⁄ ¤

the

Buttons mqas needed. Next, press

Buttons n 31 until the desired time is

‹ ›

displayed in seconds. Note that unlike most of the

other options in this menu, this is a permanent setting

change, and the Time Out entry will remain in effect

until it is changed, even if the unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press the

›

⁄ ¤

Buttons mquntil the on-screen cursor

is next to the desired setting or the RETURNTO

MENUline and press the Set Button o. If you

have no other adjustments to make, press the OSD

Button vto exit the menu system.

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transport controls function properly. If all functions

do not work properly, you may need to Auto-

Search for a different code, or enter a code via

the Direct Code Entry method.

Input Selector ewill flash three times before

going dark to confirm the entry.

Programming the Remote

The AVR 225 is equipped with a powerful remote

control that will control not only the receiver’s func-

tions, but also most popular brands of audio and video

equipment, including CD players, cassette decks, TV

sets, cable boxes, VCRs, satellite receivers and other

home theater equipment. Once the AVR 225’s remote

is programmed with the codes for the products you

own, it is possible to eliminate most other remotes and

replace them with the convenience of a single, univer-

sal remote control.

6. Try all of the functions on the remote to make

certain that the product operates properly. Keep

in mind that many manufacturers use a number

of different combinations of codes, so it is a

good idea to make certain that not only the power

control, but the volume, channel and transport

controls work as they should. If functions do not

work properly, you may need to use a different

remote code.

Code Readout

When the code has been entered using the Auto

Search method, it is always a good idea to find out the

exact code so that it may be easily reentered if neces-

sary. You may also read the codes to verify which

device has been programmed to a specific Input

Selector button.

1. Press and hold both the Input Selector efor

the device for which you wish to find the code

7. If a code cannot be entered to turn the unit off, if

the code for your product does not appear in the

tables in this manual, or if not all functions oper-

ate properly, try programming the remote with

the Auto Search Method.

As shipped from the factory, the remote is fully pro-

grammed for all AVR 225 functions, as well as those of

most Harman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CD

players and cassette decks. In addition, by following

one of the methods below, you may program the

remote to operate a wide range of devices from other

manufacturers.

and the Mute Button

at the same time.

The Program/SPL Indicator cwill initally

turn amber. Release the buttons and begin the

next step within 20 seconds.

Auto Search Method

If the unit you wish to include in the AVR 225’s remote

is not listed in the code tables in this manual or if the

code does not seem to operate properly, you may wish

to program the correct code using the Auto Search

method that follows:

2. Press the Set Button o. The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill blink green in a sequence that

corresponds to the three-digit code, with a one-

second pause between digits. Count the number of

blinks between pauses to determine the digit of the

code. One blink is the number 1, two blinks is the

number 2, and so forth, while 10 blinks are used to

indicate a “0.”

Direct Code Entry

This method is the easiest way to program your

remote to work with different products.

1. Use the tables in the following pages to determine

the three-digit code or codes that match both the

product type, printed on the remote above the

Input Selector e(e.g., VCR, TV), and the

specific brand name. If there is more than one

number for a brand, make note of the different

choices.

1. Turn on the unit that you wish to include in the

AVR 225 remote.

2. Press the Input Selector efor the type of

product to be entered (e.g., VCR, TV) and the

Example: One blink, followed by a one-second pause,

followed by six blinks, followed by a one-second

pause, followed by 10 blinks indicates that the code

has been set to 160.

Mute Button

at the same time. Hold both

buttons until the red light under the Input Selector

estays lit and the Program/SPL Indicator

cturns amber and begins flashing. Note that

the next step must take place while the red light is

on, and it must begin within 20 seconds after the

light appears.

2. Turn on the unit you wish to program into the

AVR 225 remote.

For future reference, enter the Setup Codes for the

equipment in your system here:

3. Press and hold both the Input Selector efor

the product you wish to control (e.g., VCR, TV) and

the Mute Button

at the same time. When

DVD ____________ CD ________________

VID1/VCR __________ VID2/TV ____________

VID3/CBL/SAT ________________________

VID4 ____________ TAPE______________

3. Point the AVR 225 remote toward the unit to be

the Program/SPL Indicator cturns amber

and begins flashing, and the Input Selector e

turns red, release the buttons. It is important that

you begin the next step within 20 seconds.

⁄

programmed and press either the or Button

mq. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill

change to a flashing green to indicate that a code

has been entered. Each press will send out a three-

digit code from the remote’s built-in database. When

4. Point the AVR 225’s remote towards the unit to be

programmed and enter the first three-digit code

number using the Numeric Keys r. The

Program/SPL Indicator cwill change to a

flashing green to indicate that a code has been

entered. If the unit turns off, the correct code has

been entered. Press the Input Selector e

again, and the red light will flash three times before

going dark to confirm the entry.

⁄

the unit being programmed turns off, release the

or Button mq, as that is your indication

that the correct code is in use.

4. Press the Input Selector e, and the red light

under the Input Selector will flash three times

before going dark to confirm the entry.

5. Try all of the functions on the remote to make cer-

tain that the product operates. Keep in mind that

many manufacturers use a number of different

combinations of codes, and it is a good idea to

make certain that not only the power control

works, but also that the volume, channel and

5. If the device to be programmed in does NOT turn

off, continue to enter three-digit code numbers

until the equipment turns off. At this point, the

correct code has been entered. Press the Input

Selector eagain and the red light under the

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Macro Programming

After following these steps, each time you press the

Function List tables. Note that each button has a

number on it.

Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently used

combinations of commands with the press of a single

button on the AVR 225 remote control. Once pro-

grammed, a macro will send out up to 19 different

remote codes in a predetermined sequential order,

enabling you to automate the process of turning on

your system, changing devices or other common tasks.

The AVR 225 remote can store up to five separate

macro command sequences: one that is associated

with the Power On Button d, and four more that

are accessed by pressing the Macro Buttons w.

Macro 1 Button w, the remote will send the

Power On/Off command to the AVR 225, the televi-

sion and the cable box with a single button press.

To find out what function a particular button has for

a specific device, find the button number on the

Function List and then look in the column for the

device you are controlling. For example, button num-

ber 53 is the Macro 2 button for the AVR 225, but it

is the “Favorite” button for many cable television boxes

and satellite receivers. Button number 31 is the Delay

button for the AVR 225, but the Time Display button

for CD players.

Erasing Macro Commands

To erase the commands that have been programmed

into one of the Macro buttons, follow these steps:

1. Press the Mute Button

and the Macro

Button wthat contains the commands you

wish to erase.

1. Press the Mute Button

and the Macro

2. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill flash amber,

and the LED under the AVR Selector fwill

turn red.

NOTE: The numbers used to describe the button

functions in the diagram on page 35 for the purposes

of describing how a button operates are a different set

of numbers than those used in the rest of this manual

to describe the button functions for the AVR 225.

Button wto be programmed or the Power On

Button dat the same time. The last Input

Selector epressed will light red, and the

Program/SPL Indicator cwill flash amber.

3. Within 10 seconds, press the Surround Mode

Selector/Channel Down Button j.

2. Enter the steps for the macro sequence by press-

ing the button for the actual command step.

Although the macro may contain up to 19 steps,

each button press, including those used to change

devices, counts as a step. The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill flash green to confirm each

button press as you enter commands.

Notes on Using the AVR 225 Remote With Other

Devices

4. The red LED under the AVR Selector fwill

go out, and the Program/SPL Indicator c

will turn green and flash three times before it

goes out.

• Manufacturers may use different code sets within

the same product category, such as TV sets or

VCRs. They may also change codes for a certain

category from one model year to the next. For that

reason, it is important that you check to see

whether the code set you have entered operates as

many controls as possible. If it appears that only a

few functions operate, check to see whether another

code set will work with more buttons.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator cgoes

out, the Macro has been erased.

NOTE: While entering commands for Power On/Off of

any device during a macro sequence, press the Mute

Programmed Device Functions

Button

. DONOT press the actual Power button.

Once the AVR 225’s remote has been programmed for

the codes of other devices, press the appropriate Input

Selector eto change the remote from controlling the

AVR 225 to controlling the additional product. When you

press any one of the selectors, it will briefly flash in red to

indicate that you’ve changed the device being controlled.

3. When all the steps have been entered, press the

Sleep Button ito enter the commands. The

Program/SPL Indicator cwill flash green

three times and then turn off.

• When a button is pressed on the AVR 225 remote,

the red light under the Input Selector efor the

product being operated should flash briefly. If the

Device Control Selector flashes for some but not

all buttons for a particular product, it does NOT

indicate a problem with the remote but rather

that no function is programmed for the button

being pushed.

EXAMPLE: To program the Macro 1 Button w

so that it turns on the AVR 225, TV and a cable

box, follow these steps:

When operating a device other than the AVR 225, the

controls may not correspond exactly to the function

printed on the remote or button. Some commands,

such as the Volume Control, are the same as they are

with the AVR 225. Other buttons will change their func-

tion so that they correspond to a secondary label on

the remote. For example, the Sleep and Surround

mode selector buttons also function as the Channel Up

and Channel Down buttons when operating most TV

sets, VCRs or cable boxes. The Channel Up/Down indi-

cation is printed directly on the remote. For many stan-

dard CD players, cassette decks, VCRs and DVD func-

tions, the standard function icons are printed on top of

the buttons.

• Press the Macro 1 wand Mute

at the same time and then release them.

buttons

Punch-Through Programming

• The Program/SPL Indicator cwill flash

amber.

• Press the AVR Selector f.

The AVR 225's remote may be programmed to con-

trol one device, such as a TV, while simultaneously

directing only certain functions to another device, such

as the transport controls of a DVD player, without hav-

ing to switch back and forth between inputs. You may

also use the remote to control the system volume on

the AVR without the need to switch between different

devices. This is called “Punch-Through,” and this sec-

tion will show you how to program the remote for

these functions.

• Press the Mute Button

to store the

AVR 225’s Power On command.

• Press the VID2 Input Selector Button eto

indicate the next command is to be transmitted

to the TV.

• Press the Mute Button

to store the TV

Power On command.

• Press the VID3 Input Selector Button eto

indicate the next command is to be transmitted to

the cable box.

For some products, however, the function of a particu-

lar button does not follow the command printed on the

remote. In order to see which function a button

controls, consult the Function List tables on pages 36

and 37. To use those tables, first check the type of

device being controlled (e.g., TV, VCR). Next, look at

the remote control diagram pictured just before the

NOTE: All programming for the remote codes needed

to operate specific devices, such as a TV, DVD, cable

box, satellite receiver or VCR, should be completed

before programming punch-through commands.

• Press the Mute Button

to store the cable

Power On command.

• Press the Sleep Button ito complete the

process and store the macro sequence.

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Volume Punch-Through

The AVR 225’s remote may be programmed to oper-

Channel Punch-Through active and the Mute

Button at the same time until the red light

appears under the Input Selector eand the

the VID2/TV Input Selector Button eand the

Mute Button at the same time. Next, release

them and press the Play Button x, followed by

ate the Volume Control

and Mute

func-

tions of either the TV or the AVR 225 in conjunction

with any of the devices controlled by the remote. For

example, since the AVR 225 will likely be used as the

sound system for TV viewing, you may wish to have

the AVR 225’s volume activated, although the remote

is set to run the TV. Either the AVR 225 or TV volume

control may be associated with any of the remote’s

devices. To program the remote for Volume Punch-

Through, follow these steps:

Program/SPL Indicator cflashes amber.

the DVD Input Selector Button e.

2. Press the Volume Down Button

. The

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-Through

and return the remote to its original configuration, repeat

the steps shown above. However, press the same but-

ton in Steps 1 and 3.

Program/SPL Indicator cwill stop flashing and

stay amber.

3. Press and release the Input Selector Button e

for the device that will be used to change the chan-

nels. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill blink

green three times and then go out to confirm the

data entry.

Resetting the Remote Memory

As you add components to your home theater system,

occasionally you may wish to totally reprogram the

remote control without the confusion of any commands,

macros or “Punch-Through” programming that you may

have done. To do this, it is possible to reset the remote

to the original factory defaults and command codes by

following these steps. Note, however, that once the

remote is reset, all commands or codes that you have

entered will be erased and will need to be reentered:

1. Press the Input Selector efor the unit you will

be using (e.g., TV) when you wish to have Volume

Punch-Through to your audio system active and the

Example: To control the channels using your cable

box or satellite receiver while the remote is set to

control the VCR, first press the VID1/VCR Input

Mute Button

at the same time until the red

light appears under the Input Selector eand the

Program/SPL Indicator cflashes amber.

Selector Button eand the Mute Button

at the same time. Next, release them and press the

2. Press the Volume Up Button 34 and note that

the Program/SPL Indicator cwill stop flashing

and stay amber.

Volume Down Button

, followed by the

VID2/TV Input Selector Button e.

1. Press any of the Input Selector Buttons eand

the “O” Button rat the same time until the

Program/SPL Indicator cbegins to flash amber.

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-Through

and return the remote to its original configuration, repeat

the steps shown above. However, press the same but-

ton in Steps 1 and 3.

3. Press either the AVR Selector for the Input

Selector e, depending on which system’s

volume control you wish to have attached for the

punch-through mode. The Program/SPL Indicator

cwill blink green three times and then go out to

confirm the data entry.

2. Press the “3” Button rthree times.

3. The red LED under the Input Selector ewill go

out and the Program/SPL Indicator cwill stop

flashing and turn green.

Transport Control Punch-Through

The AVR 225’s remote may be programmed to operate

so that the Transport Control Functions x(Play,

Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Pause and Record) for a

VCR, cassette deck, DVD or CD will operate in conjunc-

tion with one of the other devices controlled by the

remote. For example, while using and controlling the TV,

you may wish to start or stop your VCR or DVD without

having to change the device selected by the AVR 225

or the remote. To program the remote for Transport

Control Punch-Through, follow these steps:

Example: To have the AVR 225’s volume control

activated even though the remote is set to control

the TV, first press the VID2/TV Input Selector

4. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill remain green

until the remote is reset. Note that this may take a

while, depending on how many commands are in the

memory and need to be erased.

eand the Mute Button

at the same time.

, followed

Next, press the Volume Up Button

by the AVR Selector f.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator cgoes out,

the remote has been reset to the factory settings.

NOTE: Should you wish to return the remote to the

original configuration after entering a Volume Punch-

Through, you will need to repeat the steps shown

above. However, press the same Input Selector in

Steps 1 and 3.

1. Press the Input Selector efor the device you will

be using (e.g., TV) when you wish to have Transport

Control Punch-Through active and the Mute Button

at the same time until the red light appears

Channel Control Punch-Through

under the Input Selector eand the

The AVR 225’s remote may be programmed to operate

so that the channel control function for either the TV,

cable or satellite receiver used in your system may be

used in conjunction with one of the other devices con-

trolled by the remote. For example, while using and con-

trolling the VCR, you may wish to change channels on a

cable box or satellite receiver without having to change

the device selected by the AVR 225 or the remote. To

program the remote for Channel Control Punch-

Through, follow these steps:

Program/SPL Indicator cflashes amber.

2. Press the Play Button x. The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill stop flashing and stay amber.

3. Press and release the Input Selector Button e

for the device whose transport mechanism will be

controlled (e.g., DVD, CD). The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill blink green three times and then

go out to confirm the data entry.

1. Press the Input Selector Button efor the device

Example: To control the transport of a DVD player

you will be using (e.g., VCR) when you wish to have

while the remote is set to control the TV, first press

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This diagram shows the button numbers used in the

Function List tables on pages 36 and 37. Do not

confuse these numbers with those used throughout the

rest of this manual to indicate the specific buttons used

to operate the AVR 225’s functions. The key to use

those button numbers (which are shown inside an oval)

is found on pages 11–13.

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FUNCTION LIST

No. Button Name

AVR Function

DVD

CD/CDR

Tape

VCR (VID1)

TV (VID1)

CBL (VID3)

SAT (VID3)

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power On

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

Mute

AVR

AVR Select

DVD

DVD Input Select

CD Input Select

Tape Input Select

Video 1 Select

Video 2 Select

Video 3 Select

Video 4 Select

Tuner Select

6 Ch Input Select

DVD Select

CD Select

Tape

Tape Select

VID1/VCR

VID2/TV

VCR Select

TV Select

VID3 Select

10 VID3/CBL/Sat

11 VID4

12 AM/FM

13 6 Ch. Select

14 SPL

Left

15 Sleep/Channel Up Sleep

Channel +

16 Test

Test Tone

Input Select

CDP Select

Input Level Up

CDR Select

17 TV/Video

18 Volume Up

TV/DVD

TV/VCR

TV/Cable

Volume Up

Channel –

TV/Sat

Volume Up

Channel –

Volume Up

Channel –

Surround Select/Channel Down

Surround Mode Select

Night Mode Select

20 Night

21 Spare

22 Volume Down

23 Channel/Guide

Volume Down

Channel Trim

Move/Adjust Up

Speaker Adjust

Move/Adjust Left

Set

Input Level Down

Volume Down

Volume Down Volume Down

Title

Info/Guide

⁄

25 Speaker/Menu

Left

Enter

Right

Subtitle

Down

Return

Left

27 Set

ﬁ

Left

Enter

Right

Exit

Enter

ﬂ

Right

29 Digital/Exit

Digital Input Select

Move/Adjust Down

Delay Adjust

Exit

Down

31 Delay/Prev. Ch.

Time

Prev Channel

40 Tun-M

Tuning Mode

Tune Up

43 Memory

44 Tune Up

Next Chapter

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No. Button Name

AVR Function

DVD

CD/CD-R

Tape

VCR (VID1)

TV (VID1)

CBL (VID3)

SAT (VID3)

45 Direct

Direct Tuner Entry

Clear

Track Direct

Clear

46 Clear

Clear

47 Preset Up

48 Tune Down

49 OSD

Preset Tune Up

Tune Down

OSD

Slow Forward

Prev Chapter Track Increment

OSD

Stop

OSD

50 D. Skip

51 Preset Down

52 M1

Disc Skip

Slow Rev

Open/Close

Disc Skip

Stop

Preset Tune Down

Intro Scan

Open/Close

Cancel

Sleep

PPV

Cancel

Fav

53 M2

Subtitle On/Off Repeat

Audio Select Random Play

Angle Select

Fav

54 M3

Bypass

Music

Day –

Alt

55 M4

56 Rewind

57 Play/Reverse Play

58 Fast Forward

59 Record

60 Stop

R. Search

Play

R. Search

Play

Rewind

Play

Rewind

Play

Day –

F. Search

Record

Stop

Fast Fwd

Record

Stop

Fast Fwd

Record

Stop

Day +

Stop

61 Pause

Pause

Skip –

Skip +

Pause

Scan –

Scan +

62 Skip Down

63 Skip Up

Skip –

Skip +

Page –

Page +

Page –

Page +

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SETUP CODE TABLE: TV

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

A MARK

ADMIRAL

AKAI

103 132

192

123 160

AMPRO

164

ANAM

045 103 106 109 112 122

AOC

103 123 128

BLAUPUNKT

BROKSONIC

CANDLE

CAPEHART

CENTURION

CENTRONIC

CITIZEN

084

205 206

123 128

059

123 171

045

045 123 128 132

CLASSIC

CONCERTO

CONTEC

CORANDO

CORONADO

CRAIG

045

128

045

172

132

045 157 158 159

CROWN

045 132

CURTIS MATHES

CXC

123 128 132

045

DAEWOO

DAYTRON

DIGI LINK

DYNASTY

DYNATECH

ELECTROHOME

EMERSON

FUNAI

045 087 102 105 106 108 111 114 116 119 127 128 132

128 132

200

045

063

115 132

045 123 128 132 139 157 158 159 162 205

045

FUTURETECH

045

087 121 123 128 133 145 159 163

GOLDSTAR

GRUNDIG

HALL MARK

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

101 103 110 128 132

193

128

201

123 128 132 144 147

INFINITY

INKEL

148

120

JBL

148

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

115 123 128 132 145

019

JVC

079 087 134

KAWASHO

KEC

173

045

KENWOOD

KMC

123 204

132

KTV

045 123 132 162

LLOYTRON

LODGENET

LOGIK

172 173

069

LUXMAN

LXI

128

077 145 148

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SETUP CODE TABLE: TV

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MATSUI

123 128 132 145 148

115 123 148

148

MEMOREX

METZ

069 128

084

MGA

115 123 128

MINERVA

MITSUBISHI

MTC

084

077 115 123 128 160 167 168

175 176

NATIONAL

NEC

148 177 179 180 181 182

115 121 123 125

NIKEI

045

ONKING

ONWA

045

OPTONICA

ORION

077

207 208 209 225 211

PANASONIC

PHILCO

087 148 169

045 115 123 128 132 148

PHILIPS

PIONEER

PORTLAND

PROSCAN

PROTON

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

123 128 132 145 148

024 123 128 213 214

128 132

133

059 122 128 132 165

087

045 128 132 180 196 197

115 123 128 133 145 161 163

REALISTIC

RUNCO

045 196 197

152 153

SAA

183

SAMPO

059 123 128

SAMSUNG

SANYO

124 128 132 145

054

SCOTT

045 128 132

SEARS

128 132 145

SHARP

077 128 132

SIEMENS

SIGNATURE

SONY

084

069

117 130 136 194 212

SOUNDESIGN

SPECTRICON

SSS

045 128

103

045

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

123 128 145 148

184

077

TATUNG

TECHNICS

TECHWOOD

TEKNIKA

TELERENT

TERA

063

080

128

045 069 115 123 128 132

069

156

THOMSON

TMK

190 191

128

TOSHIBA

063 129 202

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SETUP CODE TABLE: TV

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

TOTEVISION

VIDEO CONCEPTS

VIDTECH

WARDS

132

160

128

069 128 132 148

YAMAHA

YORK

123 128

128

YUPITERU

ZENITH

ZONDA

045

069 090

103

SETUP CODE TABLE: VCR

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

AIWA

040

AKAI

048 108 109 126

AMPRO

ASA

076

134

AUDIO DYNAMICS

BROKSONIC

CANDLE

CANON

018 048

110 147

134 135

135 140

CAPEHART

CITIZEN

094

134

CRAIG

045 116

DAEWOO

DAYTRON

DBX

017 094 104

094

018 048

DYNATECH

EMERSON

FISHER

040

013 040 042 110 112

017

FUNAI

040

076 095 124

113

GO VIDEO

GOLDSTAR

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

JVC

018 107

018 049

040 048

018 045

048

018 048 111 132

020 048

040

KENWOOD

LLOYD

LXI

MAGIN

020 040

045

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MEMOREX

MGA

040

018

017 020 040 076

049

MITSUBISHI

MULTITECH

NAD

049 131

040

139

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SETUP CODE TABLE: VCR

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

NATIONAL

NEC

140

018 048

NORDMENDE

OPTIMUS

ORION

048

159

147

PANASONIC

PHILCO

125 150 167 172

040

PHILIPS

040 075

PORTLAND

PULSAR

094

076

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

001 125

134 140 142 158 159

095 124 125 157 172

REALISTIC

SALORA

SAMSUNG

SANSUI

SANYO

SCOTT

SEARS

SHARP

SONY

SOUNDESIGN

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

TASHICO

TATUNG

017 020 040 045 159

020

045 095 105 109

048 116 147

017 020

110 112

017 020

129 156

080 129

040

017 040

134

048

TEAC

040 048

040

TEKNIKA

THOMAS

TMK

013

TOSHIBA

TOTEVISION

UNITECH

VECTOR RESEARCH

VIDEO CONCEPTS

VIDEOSONIC

WARDS

112 155

045

018

018 040

045

040 045 112

018 040 048

040 076 083

YAMAHA

ZENITH

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SETUP CODE TABLE: CD

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

ADCOM

063 069

AIWA

072 111 118 156 170

AKAI

050 177 184

AUDIO TECHNICA

AUDIOACCESS

AUDIOFILE

BSR

053

125

211

044

CALIFORNIA AUDIO

CAPETRONIC

CARRERA

CARVER

CASIO

015 109

070

087

136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186

117 122 166

CLARINETTE

DENON

122 166

187 188 213

EMERSON

FISHER

052 093 108

055 068

FRABA

117

FUNAI

126

164

GENEXXA

GOLDSTAR

HAITAI

108

016 087

099 214

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

001 002 025 054 190 218 219

093

INKEL

216

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

JVC

098 147

153

176 195 196

KENWOOD

LOTTE

030 062 078 079 148 151 176 178 181

108

LUXMAN

LXI

077 102

164

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MCINTOSH

MCS

039 113

058 084 191 192 193

194

080 098

MITSUMI

MODULAIRE

NAD

152

122 166

013 074 197 198

NAKAMICHI

NEC

199 200 201

069

NIKKO

053 055

ONKYO

037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203

065 089 091 092 099 104 212

015 075 109 119 158 183 204

039 138 149 209

OPTIMUS

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

PIONEER

PROTON

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

071 094 100 112 123 131 161 162 215

225

015 109

122 126 213

024 081 093 150

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SETUP CODE TABLE: CD

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

RCX

169

REALISTIC

SANSUI

SANYO

058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166

047 081 134 157 172

033 068 082 095 168

108

SCOTT

SHARP

SHERWOOD

SONY

058 105 114 151 159 167 180 181

003 041 058 105 133

103 115 116 118 132 139 163 205 206 207 208 212 217

SOUNDSTREAM

SYMPHONIC

TAEKWANG

TEAC

124

059 110

177

011 058 085 086 106 107 110 121 137 146 154

THETA DIGITAL

TOSHIBA

VECTOR RESEARCH

VICTOR

039

013 074 097 151 155 173

087

120 130

WARDS

095

YAMAHA

YORK

019 031 053 061 135 169

122 166

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SETUP CODE TABLE: TAPE

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

HARMAN KARDON

001

SETUP CODE TABLE: AUDIO

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

HARMAN KARDON

001

SETUP CODE TABLE: DVD

Manufacturer/Brand

APEX DIGITAL

DENON

Setup Code Number

061

019 051

003 004

005

GOLDSTAR

HARMAN KARDON

JVC

001

006

005 055 064

056

059

023

062

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MITSUBISHI

NAD

ONKYO

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

009 048

024 030 044

056

PIONEER

PROCEED

PROSCAN

RCA

SAMSUNG

SHARP

041 065

060

003 004

053 054

028

SONY

043 045

003 004

009 058

030 063

005 055 064

THOMSON

TOSHIBA

YAMAHA

ZENITH

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SETUP CODE TABLE: SAT

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

ALPHASTAR

ALPHASTAR DBS

ALPHASTAR DSR

BIRDVIEW

472

450

442

425

CHANNEL MASTER

CHAPARRAL

CITOH

320 321 322 325 361

315 316 380 451

360

DRAKE

313 317 318 413 481

DX ANTENNA

ECHOSTAR

ELECTRO HOME

FUJITSU

331 352 362 379 483

395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485

392

324 329 334

GENERAL INSTRUMENT

HITACHI DBS

HOUSTON TRACKER

HUGHES

303 311 323 365 403 454 468 474

455

463

437

JANIEL

366

JERROLD

454 468 484

KATHREIN

410

LEGEND

453

MACOM

317 365 369 370 371

MAGNAVOX

MEMOREX

461 473

453

NEXTWAVE

NORSAT

423

373

OPTIMUS

466

PANASONIC

PANASONIC DBS

PANSAT

366 469

457

420

PERSONAL CABLE

PHILIPS

418

375

PICO

407

PRESIDENT

PRIMESTAR

RCA

381 404

412 454 468 475

301 439 458 465

REALISTIC

349 480

SAMSUNG

SATELLITE SERVICE CO

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

SONY

442

335 388

339

405

STAR CHOICE DBS

STARCAST

SUPER GUIDE

TEECOM

459

347

327 423

330 333 390 391 393 409

302 426 460 461 462 470

TOSHIBA

UNIDEN

ZENITH

323 332 348 349 350 351 354 355 381 383 389 403 466 479 480

384 385 387 394 419

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SETUP CODE TABLE: CBL

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

ABC

001 011

ALLEGRO

AMERICAST

ARCHER

111

212

112

BELCOR

113

CABLE STAR

CITIZEN

033 113

111

COLOUR VOICE

DIGI

085 090

114

EAGLE

186

EASTERN

ELECTRICORD

EMERSON

FOCUS

066 070

039

112

116

G.I.

001 011 017 096 097

GC ELECTRONICS

GEMINI

113

032 060

GENERAL

GENERAL INSTRUMENT

GOODMIND

HAMLIN

225

168

112

056 099 100 101 117 175 208

HITACHI

001 188

JASCO

111

JERROLD

LINDSAY

001 002 011 017 073 096 097 162 168 188 210

118

MACOM

191

MAGNAVOX

MOVIE TIME

NSC

017 019 068

035 039

035 190

OAK

197

PACE

179

PANASONIC

PANTHER

PHILIPS

053 176 177 189 214

114

013 019 020 085 090

PIONEER

POPULAR MECHANICS

PRELUDE

PRIMESTAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

001 041 119 171 209

116

120

162

111 112 213

053 214

RECOTON

REGAL

116

056 099 100 101 208

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Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

REMBRANT

SAMSUNG

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

SEAM

032

072 186

183 203

121

SIGNATURE

SPRUCER

STARCOM

STARGATE

TANDY

001 188

053 081 177 189

002 011 163

120

024

TELECAPATION

TEXSCAN

TFC

028

036

122

TIMELESS

TOCOM

123

170 205

UNITED CABLE

UNIVERSAL

VIDEOWAY

VIEWSTAR

ZENITH

011

033 034 039 042 113

124 211

019 025 086 089 190

065 125 211

116

ZENTEK

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Your AVR 225 receiver has been designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. In the event that you are experiencing difficulties, please check the suggestions

below for a possible solution to your problem. Additional information on the AVR 225, including updated information and user hints, is available from our Web site at

www.harmankardon.com.

SYMPTOM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Unit does not function when Main

Power Switch is pushed

• No AC Power

• Make certain AC power cord is plugged into a live outlet

• Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled

Display lights, but no sound

or picture

• Intermittent input connections

• Mute is on

• Make certain that all input and speaker connections are secure

• Press Mute button

• Volume control is down

• Turn up volume control

Unit turns on, but front-panel

display does not light up

• Display brightness is turned off

• Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section

on page 30 so that the display is set to VFDFULL

No sound from any speaker;

light around power switch is red

• Amplifier is in protection mode

due to possible short

• Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and

speaker ends

• Amplifier is in protection mode

due to internal problems

• Contact your local Harman Kardon service center, which you can

locate by visiting our Web site at www.harmankardon.com

No sound from surround or

center speakers

• Incorrect surround mode

• Input is monaural

• Incorrect configuration

• Stereo or Mono program material

• Select a mode other than Stereo or Dolby 3 Stereo

• There is no surround information from mono sources

• Check speaker mode configuration

• The surround decoder may not create center- or rear-channel

information from nonencoded programs

Unit does not respond to

remote commands

• Weak batteries in remote

• Wrong device selected

• Remote sensor is obscured

• Change remote batteries

• Press the AVR selector

• Make certain front-panel sensor is visible to remote

or connect remote sensor

Intermittent buzzing in tuner

• Local interference

• Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent

lights, motors or other electrical appliances

Letters flash in the channel indicator

display and digital audio stops

• Digital audio feed paused

• Resume play for DVD

• Check that Digital Input is selected

If these steps do not solve the problem, consult an

authorized Harman Kardon service center. You can

locate the service center nearest to you by visiting our

Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

by pressing the System Power Control Button 2.

Next, press and hold the Tone Mode Button 6for

three seconds.

Processor Reset

In the rare case in which the unit’s operation or displays

seem abnormal, the cause may involve the erratic

operation of the system’s memory or microprocessor.

The unit will turn on automatically and display the

RESETmessage in the Main Information

Display S. Note that once you have cleared the

memory in this manner, it is necessary to reestablish all

system configuration settings and tuner presets.

Memory Backup

This product is equipped with a memory backup

system that preserves the system configuration infor-

mation and tuner presets if the unit is accidentally

unplugged or subjected to a power outage. This mem-

ory will last for approximately one week, after which

time all information must be reentered.

To correct this problem, first unplug the unit from the

AC wall outlet and wait at least three minutes. After the

pause, reconnect the AC power cord and check the

unit’s operation. If the system still malfunctions, a sys-

tem “reset” may clear the problem.

The reset will not affect settings that were pro-

grammed into the remote control. To reset the remote

control and restore it to its factory default settings,

please follow the instructions on page 34.

To clear the AVR 225’s entire system memory includ-

ing tuner presets, output level settings, delay times and

speaker configuration data, first put the unit in Standby

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Audio Section

Stereo Mode

FM Tuner Section

Frequency Range

87.5–108.0MHz

IHF 1.3 µV/13.2dBf

Mono/Stereo 70dB/68dB

Mono/Stereo 0.2%/0.3%

40dB @ 1kHz

±400kHz, 70dB

80dB

90dB

Continuous Average Power (FTC)

Usable Sensitivity

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Distortion

Stereo Separation

Selectivity

65 Watts per channel, @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz – 20kHz,

both channels driven into 8 ohms

Five-Channel Surround Modes

Power Per Individual Channel

Image Rejection

IF Rejection

Front L&R channels:

55 Watts per channel

@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

AM Tuner Section

Center channel:

55 Watts @ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Frequency Range

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Usable Sensitivity

Distortion

520–1720kHz

45dB

Loop 500µV

1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%

±10kHz, 30dB

Surround channels:

55 Watts per channel

@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Selectivity

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High-Level)

Video Section

200mV/47k ohms

95dB

Television Format

Input Level/Impedance

NTSC

1Vp-p/75 ohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A)

Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms

Video Frequency

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Analog Source Decoding

Dolby Digital

45dB

55dB

Response

10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)

DTS

General

Frequency Response

@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB)

Power Requirement

Power Consumption

AC 120V/60Hz

68W idle, 540W maximum

(2 channels driven)

10Hz–100kHz

±28 Amps

High Instantaneous

Current Capability (HCC)

Dimensions (Max)

Width

Height

Depth

Weight

Transient Intermodulation

Distortion (TIM)

17.3 inches (440mm)

6.6 inches (168mm)

15.4 inches (390mm)

26.8 lb (12.2kg)

Unmeasurable

40V/µsec

Slew Rate

Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections.

Height measurement includes feet and chassis.

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

See the following trademark acknowledgements:

Harman Kardon and Power for the Digital Revolution are registered trademarks

of Harman Kardon, Inc.

is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. (patent no. 5,386,478).

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic” and the Double-D symbol

are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

UltraStereo is a trademark of UltraStereo Corp.

VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is an

implementation of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license.

Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Lexicon, Inc., a Harman International Company,

and Harman International Industries, Inc.

Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus Logic Corp.

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Power for the Digital Revolution.

Thank you for purchasing a Harman Kardon AVR 225. This Quick-Start Guide

will help you with a basic system installation. For detailed information on any step

in this Guide, please refer to the pages referenced in the Owner’s Manual.

We strongly recommend that you read the Owner’s Manual for complete details

on how to install, configure and operate the AVR 225, as well as for the

important safety information it contains.

FRONT

RIGHT

SPEAKER

CENTER

SPEAKER

(Green)

FRONT

LEFT

SPEAKER

(Red)

(White)

SURROUND

RIGHT

SPEAKER

Figure 1 – Speaker Placement

The colors shown for each speaker correspond to

the matching output terminal connection on the back

of the AVR 225 (see page 14).

(Gray)

SUBWOOFER

(Purple)

SURROUND

LEFT

SPEAKER

(Blue)

Connections Color Guide

Audio Connections

Front

Left

Right

Center

Surround

Subwoofer

Digital Audio Connections

Coax

Step 1. Place your speakers in the listening room

(see page 16).

Optical

Video Connections

Composite

S-Video

Match the colored jacks on the AVR 225 to the appropriate

jacks on your source equipment or speakers. The colors are

standardized, but not all equipment or connectors use them.

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AVR 225 QUICK-START GUIDE

, 1A

0.5A

LINE IN/SUB/LFE

FRONT RIGHT

SPEAKER

SURROUND

RIGHT SPEAKER

SURROUND

LEFT SPEAKER

FRONT LEFT

SPEAKER

CENTER SPEAKER

SUBWOOFER

Figure 2 – Speaker Connections

Step 2. Connect the speakers to the receiver: Red (+)

on speaker to colored (+) on receiver and

black (–) to black (–). (See page 14.)

Step 3. Connect the Subwoofer Pre-Out jack to

the Line-In jack on your subwoofer (see

page 16). Adjust the settings on the

subwoofer as needed.

Figure 3 – How to Use the Binding-Post

Speaker Terminal

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FM Antenna

AM Antenna

CD PLAYER

Optical

Coax

, 1A

0.5A

Optical Coax

REC/IN

Figure 4 – Audio Connections

Dashed lines (––––) indicate coax and optical

digital audio connections. Choose either type

(but not both) for each digital audio source.

PLAY/OUT

AUDIO RECORDER

Step 4. Connect AM and FM antennas (Figure 4).

(See page 14.)

Monitor outputs to your Video Monitor (TV).

Switch your TV set’s input to match the type of

video used for the currently selected source.

Step 6. Plug all components into AC power outlets.

The outlets on the back of the AVR 225 may

be used only for low-current products, such as

CD or DVD players, as long as the total does

not exceed 100 watts.

Dolby^®Pro Logic^®II – Movie. (You may select

other modes later as you become familiar with

the AVR 225; see pages 18 and 25–26.)

Step 9. Configure speakers: No action is needed if

you have five “small” satellite-type speakers

and a subwoofer. Otherwise, use the OSD

Speaker Setup Menu, or press the Speaker

button and then the Set and arrow buttons to

select the correct speaker choices for your

system (see pages 19–20).

Step 10. Use EzSet^™to set output levels: Set the

Balance to 12 o’clock, and the Volume to

–15dB. Hold the remote in front of you at

shoulder level, and point it at the AVR 225.

Press the SPL button for 3 seconds, hold the

remote steady, and wait for the process to

complete (see pages 21–22).

Step 5. Connect source components, as shown in

Figures 4 and 5, and the Device Connection

Options chart at right (see pages 14–15).

AUDIO connections: right channel (red) on

source to right (red) on AVR, and left channel

(white) on source to left (white) on AVR.

DIGITAL AUDIO connections, if available:

Choose either coax (orange) to coax (orange)

OR optical to optical for each device. The

Coax 1 input defaults to the DVD player, but

may be reassigned. Assign the other digital

inputs and outputs as appropriate for your

equipment (as described in Step 7).

Basic Receiver Configuration

Step 7. Select digital inputs: If your DVD is connected

to Coax 1, no adjustment is needed. For any

other digital-device connections, use the On-

Screen In/Out Setup menu or the front-panel

Digital Select button and the arrow buttons to

select an optical or coax digital input

(see pages 17–18 and 26).

Step 8. Select a surround mode: Press the Surround

Mode button on the front panel to select

VIDEO connections: Choose either composite

(yellow) or S-Video (4-pin) for each video

source. Connect the composite and S-Video

Step 11. Your system is configured – sit back and enjoy!

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VCR (Video 1)

Cable or Sat or HDTV Set-Top Box (Video 3)

TV (Video Monitor)

Video In

OUT

VIDEO

Video

S-Video

In/Rec

S-Video In

Out/Play

Optical

Coax

OPTICAL-IN

COAXIAL-IN

, 1A

0.5A

Figure 5 – Video Connections

Video

S-Video

Dashed lines (––––) indicate coax and optical

digital audio connections. Choose either type

(but not both) for each digital audio source.

Dotted lines (••••) indicate composite or S-Video

connections. S-Video is the preferred connection

when available, but you may use either type (but

not both). When both composite and S-Video

sources are connected to the AVR you must also

connect both outputs from the AVR to your TV.

Optical

Coax

DVD PLAYER

Device Connection Options: Recommended connections are shown in red, but connections may be made to best fit your system requirements.

Device

Input Name

Audio Input Connections

Audio Output Connections Video Connections

CD Player

CD L/R Inputs, Optical Digital 1

or 2, or Coaxial Digital 1 or 2

Not required

DVD Player

VCR

DVD

Coaxial Digital 1 or 2, Optical Digital 1

or 2, or DVD L/R Inputs

Not required

DVD Composite or S-Video

Video 1

Video 1 L/R Inputs

Video 1 L/R Outputs

Not required

Video 1 Composite or S-Video

Input and Output

Cable Box or

Satellite Receiver

Video 2 or 3

Video 2, 3 or 4

Video 2 or 3 L/R Inputs, Optical Digital

1 or 2, or Coaxial Digital 1 or 2 Inputs*

Video 2 or 3 Composite or

S-Video Input

Video Game

Camcorder

Video 2, 3 or 4 L/R Inputs, Optical Digital

1, 2 or 3, or Coaxial Digital 1, 2 or 3 Inputs

Not required

Video 2, 3 or 4 Composite

or S-Video Input

Video 2, 3 or 4 L/R Inputs

Video 2, or 3 L/R Outputs

Video 2, 3 or 4 Composite or

S-Video Input and Output

Audio Cassette Recorder Tape

Tape L/R Inputs

Tape L/R Outputs

Not required

Digital Audio Recorder

Tape and/or CD

Tape L/R Inputs, Optical Digital 1/2 or

Coaxial Digital 1/2 Inputs

Tape L/R Outputs, Digital Optical Not required

or Coaxial Outputs

TV or Projector

Video 2 or 3

Video 2 or 3 L/R Inputs

Not required

Monitor-Out Composite

and/or S-Video

Check with your cable company to make certain that digital audio is available for all channels. It may be necessary to make BOTH analog and digital connections.

VIDEO CONNECTIONS

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