Harman Kardon Stereo Receiver AVR 247 User Manual

AVR 247

AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER

OWNER’S MANUAL

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SAFETY INFORMATION

unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use caution

when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged

by heat or heavy objects. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive to

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

absorbing such marks, due to a variety of factors beyond Harman Kardon's con-

trol, including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, and normal heat

and vibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. We recommend

that caution be exercised in choosing an installation location for the component and

in normal maintenance practices, as your warranty will not cover this type of damage

to furniture.

Your AVR 247 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.

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.

Cleaning

Do Not Use Extension Cords

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and only after

unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy

water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately with a dry cloth.

NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning

agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts.

Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

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.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

Moving the Unit

When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, 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.

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.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

Important Information for the User

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 staple acciden-

tally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and

consult an authorized service center.

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 pro-

vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-

ence to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interfer-

ence 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:

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is

grounded so as to provide 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 conduc-

tors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and

requirements of the grounding electrode.

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

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, which provides

guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground

shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point

of cable entry as possible.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

Installation Location

• To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential 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.

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 equipment.

Unpacking

• 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.

The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during ship-

ment 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 place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.

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 card-

board inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be col-

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

• Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or in an area that is exposed

to direct sunlight or heating equipment.

• Avoid moist or humid locations.

• Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects

directly over them.

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 environ-

ment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.

• Due to the weight of the AVR 247 and the heat generated by the amplifiers,

there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the

It is important that you remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens.

Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 SAFETY INFORMATION

6 INTRODUCTION

8 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

10 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

13 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

16 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER

17 CONNECTIONS

45 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS

Audio Processing and Surround Sound

Analog Audio Signals

Digital Audio Signals

Surround Modes

Dolby Surround Settings

Default Modes

Speaker Connections

Subwoofer

Connecting Source Devices to the AVR

Audio Connections

Digital Audio

Manual Setup

Step One – Determine Speaker Size

Step Two – Measure Speaker Distances

Step Three – Manual Setup Menu

Speaker Size Menu

Analog Audio

Video Connections

Digital Video

Speaker Crossover Menu

Delay Adjust Menu

Step Four – Setting Channel Output Levels Manually

Video Adjustments

Analog Video

Antennas

RS-232 Serial Port

Multiroom Operation

Installing a Multiroom System

Operating the Multiroom System

System Settings

21 SPEAKER PLACEMENT

23 INSTALLATION

Step One – Connect the Speakers

Dim Function

Step Two – Connect the Subwoofer

Step Three – Connect the Antennas

Step Four – Connect the Source Components

Step Five – Connect the Video Display

Step Six – Plug in AC Power

Step Seven – Insert Batteries in Remote

Step Eight – Program Sources Into the Remote

Step Nine – Remote IR Inputs and Output

Step Ten – Install a Multiroom System

Step Eleven – Turn On the AVR 247

Advanced Remote Control Functions

Punch-Through Programming

Macros

Resetting the Remote

Processor Reset

Memory

60 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

61 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

61, 64 Trademark Acknowledgements

62 APPENDIX

31 INITIAL SETUP

Using the On-Screen Menu System

Configure the AVR 247 Using EzSet/EQ

What EzSet/EQ Does

Configure Sources

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this

appliance to rain or moisture.

37 OPERATION

Turning On the AVR 247

Sleep Timer

Volume Control

Mute Function

Tone Controls

Headphones

For Canadian model

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian

ICES-003.

For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade

of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

Source Selection

Audio Input Selection

Video Input Selection

6-/8-Channel Direct Inputs

Using the Tuner

XM Radio Operation

Recording

Modèle pour les Canadien

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme

à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

The

Bridge

Using

Selecting a Surround Mode

Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisee:

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire

la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne

correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

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INTRODUCTION

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Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon^®!

To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you

to read this manual and refer back to it as you become more familiar

In the years since Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver,

we have taken to heart the philosophy of bringing the joy of home

entertainment to as many people as possible, adding performance and

ease-of-use features that enhance the home entertainment experience.

In the years since our first single-channel component was introduced,

Harman Kardon has offered a number of receiver models, each an

improvement upon its predecessors, leading to the AVR 247, a

7.1-channel digital audio/video receiver that offers a wealth of listening

and viewing options, all in an elegant package.

with its features and their operation.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its

operation, please contact your retailer or customer installer, or visit our

Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

AVR 247 7.1-Channel Audio/Video Receiver

Surround Modes

Audio Section

• Dolby^®Digital EX

• 50 Watts x 7, seven channels driven at full power at 8 ohms,

20Hz – 20kHz, <0.07% THD (surround modes), 350 watts total

• Dolby Pro Logic^®II and IIx (Movie, Music and Game)

• 65 Watts x 2, two channels driven at full power at 8 ohms,

20Hz – 20kHz, <0.07% THD (surround off mode), 130 watts total

• Dolby Virtual Speaker Version 2 (Reference two- or three-speaker;

Wide two-, three-, four- or five-speaker)

• High-current capability, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design with low

negative feedback

• Dolby Headphone Version 2

• DTS^®(5.1; DTS Stereo; DTS-ES^®6.1 Discrete and Matrix)

• DTS 96/24^™(DTS Stereo)

• All-discrete amplifier circuitry

• Dual independent power supplies, for front and surround channels

• Quadruple-crossover bass management

• DTS Neo:6^®(Cinema 3-, 5- or 6-channel; Music 5- or 6-channel)

• Logic 7^®(Cinema, Music and Enhance – 5.1 and 7.1)

• Hall 1 and Hall 2 (5- or 6-channel)

• 24-Bit, twin-core Cirrus Logic^®CS 49510 DSP processor with

32-bit postprocessor

• 192kHz/24-bit D/A conversion

• Sampling upconversion to 96kHz

• Theater (5- or 6-channel)

• 5- or 7-Channel Stereo

• Surround Off (DSP or Analog Bypass)

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INTRODUCTION

Audio Inputs

• AM/FM/XM^®* tuner

• CD

Ease of Use

• EzSet/EQ^™automated setup (microphone supplied)

• Graphic on-screen display with HDMI, component, composite

and S-video

• Tape

• Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display

• Color-coded connections

• 6-/8-Channel direct

The

Bridge

•

/DMP for iPod** connectivity with audio/video playback

• Programmable 11-device main remote control

• Source input renaming

Audio/Video Inputs (With S-Video)

• Video 1

• A/V Sync Delay

• Video 2

• RS-232 serial port for system upgrades

• Switched accessory power outlet

• Remote infrared (IR) input and output

• Multiroom IR input

• Video 3

• Video 4 (on front panel)

• DVD

• Three assignable 100MHz component video inputs

The AVR 247 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility

via the HDMI connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.

• Simplay HD^™-verified HDMI^™1 and 2 (with audio/video processing

and 1080p pass-through)

• DCDi^®by Faroudja video processing

Supplied Accessories

The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 247. If any

of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer

service at www.harmankardon.com.

Transcodes composite and S-video to component video

Transcodes 480i video to HDMI format, with upscaling up to 720p

Upgraded graphic text-based on-screen displays

• System remote control

• EzSet/EQ microphone

• AM loop antenna

Digital Audio Inputs

• Coaxial: two rear-panel/one front-panel

• FM wire antenna

• Optical: two rear-panel/one front-panel

• Three AAA batteries

Outputs

• Two covers for front-panel jacks

• 7.1-Channel preamp outputs

*XM antenna module and subscription to XM service required. Hardware and

service sold separately. XM service is not available in Alaska or Hawaii.

• Tape (analog audio)

**Compatible with all iPod models equipped with a dock connector. Not compatible

with iPod shuffle models. Images and videos stored on iPod photo and video

models may be viewed.

• Video 1 (analog audio and video)

• Video monitor (composite, S-video and component)

• Digital audio (one coaxial, one optical)

• Simplay HD-verified HDMI

• Multiroom audio: speaker- and line-level (shared with surround

back channels)

• Headphone

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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the power supply Surround Mode: Press this button to select a surround sound (e.g.,

on or off. It is usually left pressed in (On position), and cannot be turned

on using the remote control.

multichannel) mode group. Choose from the Dolby modes, DTS modes,

Logic 7 modes, DSP modes or Stereo modes.

Standby/On Switch: This electrical switch turns the receiver on

for playback, or leaves it in Standby mode for quick turn-on using this

switch or the remote control.

Surround Select: After you have selected the desired surround

mode group, press this button to select a specific mode.

Surround Mode Indicators: One or more of these icons may light

up as you select different surround modes. The Message Display also

indicates the surround mode.

Power Indicator: This LED has three possible modes. When main

power is turned off, the LED is dark and the receiver won’t respond to

any button presses. When main power is turned on, but before the

Standby/On Switch is used, the LED turns amber to indicate that the

receiver is in Standby mode and ready to be turned on. When the

receiver is turned on, the LED turns blue.

Analog Audio, Video and Digital Audio Inputs: Connect a

source component that will only be used temporarily, such as a camera

or game console, to these jacks. Use only one type of audio and one

type of video connection.

Source Select: Press this button to select a source device, which

is a component where a playback signal originates, e.g., DVD, CD,

cable TV, satellite or HDTV tuner.

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: The box icons indicate

which speaker positions you have configured, and the size (frequency

range) of each speaker. When a digital audio input is used, letters will

light inside the boxes to indicate which channels are present in the

incoming signal.

Source Indicators: The name of the current source input lights up.

The indicated input changes each time the Source Select button is

pressed.

Navigation: These buttons are used together with the following five

buttons to make selections.

Volume Knob: Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume, which will

be shown in decibels (dB) in the Message Display.

Tone Mode: Press this button to access the tone controls (bass and

‹ ›

Message Display: Various messages appear in this two-line display

in response to commands and changes in the incoming signal. When

the on-screen display menu system (OSD) is in use, the message OSD

ON will appear to remind you to check the video display.

treble). Use the

Navigation Buttons to make your selections.

Speaker: Press this button to configure speaker sizes, that is, the

low-frequency-range capability of each speaker.

Channel Level Adjust: Press this button to set the output level for

each channel so that all speakers sound equally loud at the listening

position.

Tuner Band: Press this button to select the tuner as the source, to

switch between the AM and FM bands, or to select XM satellite radio.

Tuning: Press either side of this button to tune a radio station or

XM channel.

Digital Input Select: Press this button to select the specific digital

audio input (or analog audio input) you used for the current source.

Tuning Mode: This button toggles between manual (one frequency

step at a time) and automatic (seeks frequencies with acceptable signal

strength) tuning mode. It also toggles between stereo and mono modes

when an FM station is tuned.

Delay: Press this button to set delay times that compensate for

placing the speakers at different distances from the listening position.

Remote IR Sensor: This sensor receives infrared (IR) commands

from the remote control. It is important to ensure that it is not blocked.

If covering the sensor is unavoidable, such as when the AVR 247 is

placed inside a cabinet, you may use an optional Harman Kardon

HE 1000, or other infrared receiver, connecting it to the Remote IR

Input on the AVR 247’s rear panel. Alternatively, connect the Remote IR

Output of another compatible component to the AVR 247’s Remote

IR Input. Point the remote at the other device’s remote sensor, and the

command will be transmitted to the AVR 247. An external IR “blaster”

may also be used, positioned to point at this area.

When XM Radio is in use, pressing this button repeatedly displays the

channel name, category, artist and track title in the lower line of the

Message Display. For traffic-and-weather channels, this button displays

the city, channel name, local weather and local temperature.

Preset Stations: Press this button to select a preset radio station.

Headphone Jack/EzSet/EQ Microphone Input: Plug a 1/4"

headphone plug into this jack for private listening.

This jack is also used to connect the supplied microphone before begin-

ning the EzSet/EQ procedure described in the Initial Setup section. To

begin EzSet/EQ, plug the supplied microphone into this jack, place the

microphone at the listening position, and follow the directions given in

the Speaker Setup-Auto Configuration on-screen menu.

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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included AM and

Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 and DVD Audio/Video Inputs:

FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.

These jacks may be used to connect your video-capable source

components (e.g., VCR, DVD player, cable TV box) to the receiver.

Remember to use only one type of video connection for each source.

See the Connections section for more information on audio and video

connection options for each source component.

XM Antenna Jack: Plug in an XM antenna module here. The XM

antenna module is purchased separately, and should specify that it is

for home use with an XM Ready^®product. You will need to subscribe to

the XM service, which is available separately, and activate the service for

your antenna module. (XM service is not available in Alaska and Hawaii.) Video 1 Audio/Video Outputs: These jacks may be used to

connect your VCR or another recorder.

Front, Center and Surround Speaker Outputs: Use two-

conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the correct

speaker. Remember to observe the correct polarity (positive and negative

connections). Always connect the positive lead to the colored terminal

on the receiver and the red terminal on the speaker. Connect the negative

lead to the black terminal on both the receiver and the speaker. See the

Connections section for more information on connecting your speakers.

Composite and S-Video Monitor Outputs: If any of your

sources use composite or S-video connections, you may need to

connect one or both of these monitor outputs to the corresponding

inputs on your television or video display in order to view the sources

and to view the on-screen displays. If your video display is equipped

with HDMI or component video inputs, you may take advantage of the

AVR 247’s transcoding capability, which transcodes composite and

S-video signals to HDMI and component video, allowing for only a

single video connection from the AVR to the video display.

Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs: These speaker

outputs may be used either for the surround back channels in a 7.l-

channel home theater, or they may be reassigned to a remote room for

use with a multiroom system. When these outputs are reassigned for

HDMI Inputs and Output: HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia

multiroom operation, only a 5.1-channel configuration will be available in Interface) is a newer type of connection for transmitting digital audio and

the main listening room. Use the on-screen menu system to configure

these channels as desired.

video signals between devices. With the AVR 247’s powerful processor,

you may connect up to two HDMI-equipped source devices to the HDMI

inputs using a single-cable connection, while benefiting from superior

digital audio and video performance. However, if your video display is

not HDMI-compatible, you will need to connect the device to one of the

other source inputs, selecting a coaxial or optical digital audio input and

analog video input. See the Connections and Installation sections for

more information.

As with the other speaker outputs, remember to observe proper polarity

by connecting the positive and negative output terminals to the corre-

sponding terminals on each speaker.

Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwoofer with a

line-level input, connect it to this jack.

If your video display has an HDMI input, but some of your sources

have only analog video outputs, you may still rely on just the HDMI video

connection to your display; the AVR 247 will automatically transcode

analog video signals up to 720p to the HDMI format. High-resolution

analog 1080i or higher signals are not available at the HDMI Output, but

1080i signals received through one of the HDMI Inputs will be passed

through directly to the HDMI Output without any video processing.

Preamp Outputs: Connect these jacks to an external amplifier if

more power is desired.

Surround Back/Multiroom Preamp Outputs: These outputs

may be used with an external amplifier either to power the surround

back channels, or to power the speakers in the remote zone of a multi-

channel system. Use the on-screen menu system to configure these

channels as desired.

The AVR 247 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI

connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.

Remote Infrared (IR) Input and Output: When the remote IR

receiver on the front panel is blocked, such as when the AVR is placed

inside a cabinet, connect an optional IR receiver to the Remote IR Input

jack for use with the remote control. The Remote IR Output may be

connected to the Remote IR Input of a compatible source device (or

other product) to enable remote control through the AVR. This is particu-

larly useful in multiroom applications, when you wish to control the

source device from the remote room (when used with the Multiroom IR

Input). When several source devices are used, connect them in “daisy

chain” fashion.

CD and Tape Audio Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect

audio-only source components (e.g., CD player, tape deck). Do not

connect a turntable to these jacks without a phono preamp.

Tape Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect a CDR or

another audio-only recorder.

Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Inputs: If a source has

a compatible digital audio output, and if you are not using an HDMI

connection for audio for the device, connect it to one of these jacks

for improved audio performance. Use only one type of digital audio

connection for each source.

Multiroom Infrared (IR) Input: Connect a remote IR receiver

located in the remote zone of a multiroom system to this jack to control

the AVR and any source devices connected to the Remote IR Output

from the remote zone.

Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Outputs: If a source is

also an audio recorder, you may connect a compatible digital audio

output to the recorder’s input for improved recording quality.

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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS

The Bridge/DMP Input: Connect the optional Harman Kardon

Switched AC Accessory Outlet: You may plug the AC power

cord of one source device into this outlet, and it will turn on whenever

you turn on the receiver. Do not use a source that consumes more than

50 watts of power.

The

to this input for use with your iPod (not included). Make

Bridge

sure the receiver is turned off (in Standby mode) when connecting

The Bridge.

6-/8-Channel Inputs: Connect the multichannel analog audio

outputs of a DVD-Audio, SACD^™, Blu-ray Disc^™or HD-DVD^™player

(or any other external decoder) to these jacks to enjoy these proprietary

formats.

AC Power Cord: After you have made all other connections, plug

the AC power cord into an unswitched outlet.

NOTE: When an HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc player has an

onboard digital decoder, it is not necessary to connect it to

the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs. Only a digital audio

connection (HDMI, coaxial or optical) is needed.

Component Video Inputs: If both a video source (e.g., DVD

player or HDTV tuner) and your television or video display have analog

component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, and if you are not using an HDMI

connection for the device, then you may connect the component video

outputs of the source to one of the two component video inputs. Do

not make any other video connections to that source.

Component Video Monitor Outputs: If you are using one of

the Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is

component-video-capable, and if you are not connecting the HDMI

Output to your display, you may connect these jacks to the correspon-

ding inputs on your video display.

NOTES:

• Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is no output at

the Component Video Monitor Outputs for copy-protected

sources.

• High-resolution analog 1080i and 1080p video signals are

not available at the HDMI Output, but 1080i signals are

passed through, as is, to the Component Video Outputs. If your

source outputs analog high-resolution video, either use the

AVR’s Component Video Outputs, lower the output resolution

of your source device, or connect your source’s component

video outputs directly to your video display.

• Due to the design of some video displays, analog 480p or

720p component video source signals may produce artifacts

when used with the AVR’s analog video outputs (composite,

S-video or component video). If this occurs, try changing the

Video Mode setting in the INPUT SETUP menu, or connecting

the source device’s video output directly to your video display.

However, for best results, we recommend you consider

upgrading to an HDMI-capable video display.

RS-232 Serial Port: This specialized connector may be used with

your personal computer in case Harman Kardon offers a software

upgrade for the receiver at some time in the future.

RS-232 Mode: Leave this switch popped out in the Operate position

unless the AVR 247 is being upgraded.

RS-232 Reset: This switch is only used during a software upgrade.

A standard processor reset is performed by pressing and holding the

front-panel Tone button.

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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

The AVR 247 remote is capable of controlling 11devices, including the

2. Press the Play Button (in the Transport Controls section) if the disc

AVR itself and an iPod docked in the optional The Bridge accessory.

During the installation process, you may program the codes for each

of your source components into the remote. Each time you wish to use

the codes for any component, first press the Selector button for that

component. This changes the button functions to the appropriate codes

for that product.

is not already playing.

3. Press the Skip Up Button three times to advance three tracks.

4. Press the AVR Button so that you can access the Volume Controls.

5. Press the Volume Down Button until the volume level is satisfactory.

NOTE: Several of the Input Selectors are shared between two

devices. The selector button will light in red when the remote

is in the device mode printed on the button, and it will light in

green for the device mode printed above the button. To switch

between the two device modes, press the selector twice quickly

in succession. The selector will remain in the last-selected mode

until the next time you press the selector twice quickly.

Any given button may have different functions, depending on which

component is being controlled. Some buttons are labeled with these

functions. For example, the Sleep and DSP Surround Buttons are

labeled for use as Channel Up/Down Buttons when controlling a televi-

sion or cable box. See Table A8 in the appendix for listings of the

different functions for each type of component.

IR Transmitter Lens: As buttons are pressed on the remote,

infrared codes are emitted through this lens. Make sure it is pointing

toward the component being operated.

For example, the first time you press the DVD button, the button

will light up in red, indicating that the remote is in DVD mode. If

you press another selector, such as the VID3 selector, and then

press the DVD button again, the DVD button will remain red,

indicating the remote is still in DVD mode. Now press the DVD

button twice quickly. At the first press the button will light red,

indicating that the remote is in DVD mode. On the second press

the button will turn green, indicating that the remote is now in CD

mode. If you press a different selector and return to the DVD/CD

Selector, you will observe that the remote is still in CD mode.

Power On Button: Press this button to turn on the AVR or another

device. The Master Power Switch on the AVR 247’s front panel must

first have been switched on.

Mute Button: Press this button to mute the AVR 247’s speaker and

headphone outputs temporarily. To end the muting, press this button

or adjust the volume. Muting is also canceled when the receiver is

turned off.

Each Input Selector has been preprogrammed to control certain types

of components, with only the codes specific to each brand and model

changing, depending on which product code is programmed. The

device types programmed into each selector may not be changed.

However, you may program the HDMI 1 and 2 Selectors with the DVD,

cable/satellite or VCR/PVR device type.

Program Indicator: This LED lights up or flashes in one of three colors

as the remote is programmed with codes.

Power Off Button: Press this button to turn off the AVR 247 or

another device.

AVR Selector: Press this button to switch the remote to the codes

DVD: Controls DVD players and recorders.

CD: Controls CD players and recorders.

that operate the receiver.

Input Selectors: Press one of these buttons to select a source

device, which is a component where a playback signal originates, e.g.,

DVD, CD, cable TV, satellite or HDTV tuner, or an iPod docked in the

optional The Bridge. This will also turn on the receiver and switch the

remote’s mode to operate the source device.

Tape: Controls cassette decks.

Video 1: Controls VCRs, TiVo^®and PVRs.

Video 2: Controls cable and satellite television set-top boxes.

Video 3: Controls televisions and other video displays.

Video 4: Controls televisions and other video displays.

XM Radio Button: Press this button to select XM Satellite Radio as

the source. You will need to have purchased and activated an XM antenna

module, and you will also need to subscribe to the XM Radio service.

Visit www.xmradio.com for more information.

HDMI 1 and 2: Each code set controls a source device (VCR/PVR,

DVD player or cable/satellite set-top box) connected to one of these

two inputs.

AM/FM Button: Press this button to select the tuner as the source,

or to switch between the AM and FM bands, or XM Radio.

XM: Controls the AVR functions for XM Satellite Radio.

6-/8-Channel Input Selector: Press this button to select the

6-/8-Channel Inputs as the audio source. The receiver will use the video

input and remote control codes for the last-selected video source.

The Bridge/DMP: Controls an iPod docked in The Bridge.

For example, if you have inserted a disc in your CD player and you

would like to skip ahead three tracks, but you then find that the volume

is too loud, you would follow this procedure:

Test Tone: Press this button to activate the test tone for manual

output-level calibration.

TV/Video: This button has no effect on the receiver, but is used to

switch video inputs on some video source components.

1. Press the CD Input Selector to switch to the codes that control your

CD player. If the remote is in DVD mode, press the selector twice quickly

to switch to CD mode, indicated by the selector lighting in green.

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IR Transmitter Lens

Power On

Program Indicator

AVR Selector

Mute

Power Off

Input Selectors

AM/FM

XM Radio

6-/8-Channel Input Selector

Test Tone

Sleep

TV/Video

Volume Controls

DSP Surround

On-Screen Display

Multiroom

Speaker Setup

Channel Level

Navigation

Set

Digital Input

Delay

Numeric Keys

Tuning Mode

Direct Station Entry

Memory

Clear

Preset Stations Selectors

Tuning

Tone Mode

Disc Skip

Macros

Surround Mode Selectors

Night Mode

Dim

Track Skip

Transport Controls

NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instruc-

tions throughout the manual that refer to this

illustration, a copy of this page may be down-

loaded from the Product Support section at

www.harmankardon.com.

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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Sleep Button: Press this button to activate the sleep timer, which turns Memory: After you have tuned a particular radio station, press this

off the receiver after a programmed period of time of up to 90 minutes.

button, then the numeric keys, to save that station as a radio preset.

Volume Controls: Press these buttons to raise or lower the volume,

For XM Radio, the procedure for saving a preset is a little different. To

save the current channel in one of the 40 available preset locations,

press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH appears. Use

⁄ ¤

which will be shown in decibels (dB) in the Message Display.

DSP Surround: Press this button to select a DSP surround mode

(Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater).

the

Buttons to select a letter (A through E) representing one of

the five banks of preset memory slots. Then press the Memory Button,

followed by a Numeric Key (1 through 8) for the precise preset memory

location you wish to save the channel in.

On-Screen Display (OSD): Press this button to activate the

on-screen menu system.

Tuning: Press these buttons to tune a radio station or XM Radio

channel. For the AM and FM bands, and depending on whether the

tuning mode has been set to manual or automatic, each press will either

change one frequency step at a time, or seek the next frequency with

acceptable signal strength.

Multiroom: Press this button to control the multiroom system. Three

settings are available: MULTI ON/OFF, which is used to turn the multiroom

system on or off; MULTI LEVEL, which adjusts the volume of the remote

zone only; and MULTI INPUT, which is used to select the source input for

the remote zone. See Multiroom Operation in the Advanced Functions

section for more information on using the AVR 247’s multiroom system.

Direct: Press this button before using the Numeric Keys to directly

enter a radio station frequency (AM or FM bands only).

Channel Level: Press this button to adjust the output levels for each

channel so that all speakers sound equally loud at the listening position.

Usually this is done while playing an audio selection, such as a favorite CD,

after you have calibrated the levels using EzSet/EQ, as described in the Initial

Setup section.

Clear: Press this button to clear a radio station frequency you have

started to enter.

Preset Stations Selector: Press these buttons to select a preset

radio station.

Speaker Setup: Press this button to configure speaker sizes, that is,

the low-frequency capability of each speaker. Usually this is done using

the on-screen menu system, as described in the Initial Setup section.

For XM Radio, first press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH

⁄ ¤

appears and then use the

desired bank of presets.

Buttons to select the letter of the

⁄ ¤ ‹ ›

Navigation (

/ / ) and Set Buttons: These buttons are

used to make selections within the on-screen menu system, or when

accessing the functions of the four buttons surrounding this area of the

remote – Channel Level, Speaker Setup, Digital Input or Delay.

Tone Mode: Press this button to access the tone controls (bass and

treble). Use the Navigation Buttons to make your selections.

Disc Skip: This button has no effect on the receiver, but is used with

some optical disc changers to skip to the next disc.

Digital Input Select: Press this button to select the specific digital

audio input (or analog audio input) you used for the current source.

Macros: These buttons may be programmed to execute long command

sequences with a single button press. They are useful for programming the

command to turn on or off all of your components, or for accessing special-

ized functions for a different component than you are currently operating.

Delay: Press this button to set delay times that compensate for placing

the speakers at different distances from the listening position, or to

resolve a “lip sync” issue that may be caused by digital video processing.

This may also be done using the on-screen menu system, as described

in the Initial Setup section.

Surround Mode Selectors: Press any of these buttons to select

a type of surround sound (e.g., multichannel) mode. Choose from the

Dolby modes, DTS modes, Logic 7 modes or Stereo modes. Each

press of a button will cycle to the next available variant of that mode.

Not all modes or mode groups are available with all sources.

Numeric Keys: Use these buttons to enter radio station frequencies

or to select station presets. When the AM or FM band is in use, press

the Direct Button before entering the station frequency.

When listening to XM Radio, you may enter channel numbers without first

pressing the Direct Button; however, to access the preset stations, you will

need to use the Preset Stations Selectors. To access another bank of XM

presets, press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH appears,

⁄ ¤

Night Mode: Press this button to activate Night mode with specially

encoded Dolby Digital discs or broadcasts. Night mode compresses the

audio so that louder passages are reduced in volume to avoid disturbing

others, while dialogue remains intelligible.

then use the

Buttons to select the letter of the desired bank.

Track Skip: These buttons have no effect on the receiver, but are

Tuning Mode: When listening to AM or FM radio, this button toggles

between manual (one frequency step at a time) and automatic (seeks

frequencies with acceptable signal strength) tuning mode. It also toggles

between stereo and mono modes when an FM station is tuned.

used with many source components to change tracks or chapters.

Dim: Press this button to partially or fully dim the front-panel display.

Transport Controls: These buttons have no effect on the receiver,

but are used to control many source components. By default, when the

remote is operating the receiver, these buttons will control a DVD player.

When listening to XM Radio, press the Tuning Mode Button once to view

the category name of the current channel. Additional presses will display

the artist, song title and channel name.

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INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER

The AVR 247 may be the first multichannel surround sound receiver

you have owned. Although it has more connections and features than

2-channel receivers, many of the principles are similar and the new

concepts are easy to understand. This introductory section will help you

to familiarize yourself with the basic concepts, which will make setup

and operation smoother.

your main listening area, and reassign the surround back channels

for use with a multiroom system, in which you use the surround back

channels to power a pair of loudspeakers located in another room.

Many people expect the surround speakers to play as loudly as the

front speakers. Although all of the speakers in the system will be

calibrated to sound equally loud at the listening position, most artists

use the surround speakers for ambient effects only, and they program

their materials to steer very little sound to these speakers.

If you are already familiar with home theater, you may skip this section

and proceed to the Connections section on page 17.

• Subwoofer – A subwoofer is a special-purpose speaker designed

to play only the lowest frequencies (the bass). It may be used to

augment smaller, limited-range satellite speakers used for the other

channels. In addition, many digital-format programs, such as movies

recorded in Dolby Digital, contain a special low-frequency effects

(LFE) channel which is directed only to the subwoofer. The LFE chan-

nel packs the punch of a rumbling train or airplane, or the power of

an explosion, adding realism and excitement to your home theater.

Many people use two subwoofers, placed on the left and right sides

of the room, for additional power and even distribution of the sound.

Typical Home Theater System

A home theater typically includes your audio/video receiver, which controls

the system; a DVD player; a source component for television broadcasts,

which may be a cable box, a satellite dish receiver, an HDTV tuner or

simply an antenna connected to the TV; a video display (television);

and loudspeakers.

All of these components are connected using various types of cables

for audio and video signals.

Multichannel Audio

Surround Modes

The main benefit of a home theater system is that several loudspeakers

are used in various locations around the room to produce “surround

sound.” Surround sound immerses you in the musical or film presentation

for increased realism.

There are different theories as to the best way to present surround

sound and to distribute soundtrack information among the various

speakers. A variety of algorithms have been developed in an effort to

accurately reproduce the way we hear sounds in the real world. The

result is a rich variety of surround mode options. Some modes are

selected automatically, depending on the signal being received from

the source. In many cases, you may select a surround mode manually.

The AVR 247 may have up to seven speakers connected directly to it

(plus a subwoofer). Each main speaker is powered by its own amplifier

channel inside the receiver. When more than two speakers are used, it

is called a multichannel system.

Several companies have taken surround sound in slightly differing direc-

tions. It is helpful to group the numerous surround modes either by their

brand name, or by using a generic name:

• Front Left and Right – The main speakers are used the same

way as in a 2-channel system. However, you may notice that in

many surround modes, these speakers are used more for ambient

sound while the main action, especially dialogue, is moved to the

center speaker.

• Dolby Laboratories, Inc. Modes – Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX,

Dolby Pro Logic II and IIx, Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Headphone

• DTS Modes – DTS, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6,

DTS 96/24

• Center – The center speaker is usually placed above or below the

video screen, and is used mostly for dialogue in movies and television

programs. This placement allows the dialogue to originate near the

actors’ faces, for a more natural sound.

• Harman International (Harman Kardon’s Parent Company) –

Logic 7

• Surround Left and Right – The surround speakers are used to

improve directionality of ambient sounds. In addition, by using more

loudspeakers in the system, more dynamic soundtracks may be

played without risk of overloading any one speaker.

• DSP Modes – Generic modes that include Hall 1, Hall 2 and Theater

• Stereo Modes – Generic modes that expand upon conventional

2-channel stereo, including DSP Surround Off, Analog Bypass

Surround Off and 5- and 7-Channel Stereo

• Surround Back Left and Right – Additional surround speakers may be

placed behind the listening position, improving the precision with which

ambient sounds may be placed and allowing for more realistic-sounding

pans. By using more speakers in the system, the same sound levels may

be attained with less burden placed on any individual speaker.

Table 8 on pages 48–50 contains detailed explanations of the

differences between the various mode groups, and the mode options

available within each group. Digital modes, such as Dolby Digital and

DTS, are only available with specially encoded programs, such as HDTV,

DVDs and digital cable or satellite television. Other modes may be used

with various digital and analog signals to create a different surround

presentation, or to use a different number of speakers. Surround mode

selection depends upon the number of speakers in your system, the

materials you are watching or listening to, and your personal tastes.

Feel free to experiment.

The surround back speakers may also be used with specialized

surround modes that are designed for use with 7.1-channel systems,

such as Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix) and Logic 7

(7.1 modes). However, the surround back speakers are optional. In

fact, the AVR 247 enables you to set up a 5.1-channel system in

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Bare wire cables are installed as follows (see Figure 2):

There are different types of audio and video connections used to

connect the receiver to the speakers and video display, and to connect

the source devices to the receiver. To make it easier to keep them all

straight, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA^®) has established

a color-coding standard. Table 1 may be helpful to you as a reference

while you set up your system.

1. Unscrew the terminal cap until the pass-through hole in the collar is

revealed.

2. Insert the bare end of the wire into the hole.

3. Hand-tighten the cap until the wire is held snugly.

Table 1 – Connection Color Guide

Audio Connections

Left

Right

Front (FL/FR)

Center (C)

Surround (SL/SR)

Surround Back (SBL/SBR)

Subwoofer (SUB)

Digital Audio Connections

Coaxial

Figure 2 – Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Bare Wires

Optical

Input

Output

Subwoofer

Video Connections

Component

Composite

The subwoofer is a specialized type of loudspeaker that is usually

connected in a different way. The subwoofer is used to play only the

low frequencies (bass), which require much more power than the other

speaker channels. In order to obtain the best results, most speaker

manufacturers offer powered subwoofers, in which the speaker contains

its own amplifier on board. Sometimes the subwoofer is connected to

the receiver using the front left and right speaker outputs, and then the

front left and right speakers are connected to terminals on the subwoofer.

More often, a line-level (nonamplified) connection is made from the

receiver’s Subwoofer Output to a corresponding jack on the subwoofer,

as shown in Figure 3.

S-Video

™

HDMI Connections (digital audio/video)

HDMI

Types of Connections

This section will briefly review different types of cables and connections

that you may use to set up your system.

Speaker Connections

Speaker cables carry an amplified signal from the receiver’s speaker

terminals to each loudspeaker. Speaker cables contain two wire conduc-

tors, or leads, inside plastic insulation. The two conductors are usually

differentiated in some way, by using different colors, or stripes, or even

by adding a ridge to the insulation. Sometimes the actual wires are

different, one being copper-colored and the other silver.

Although the subwoofer output looks similar to the analog audio jacks

used for the various components, it is filtered and only allows the low

frequencies to pass. Don’t connect this output to any other devices.

Although doing so won’t cause any harm, performance will suffer.

The differentiation is important because each speaker must be connected

to the receiver’s speaker-output terminals using two wires, one positive

(+) and one negative (–), referred to as speaker polarity. It’s important

to maintain the proper polarity for all speakers in the system. If some

speakers have their negative terminals connected to the receiver’s positive

terminals, performance can suffer, especially for the low frequencies.

Preout

Subwoofer

Figure 3 – Subwoofer

Connecting Source Devices to the AVR

The AVR 247 is designed to process audio and video input signals,

playing back the audio and displaying the video on a television or

monitor connected to the AVR. These signals originate in what are

known as “source devices,” including your DVD player, CD player, DVR

(digital video recorder) or other recorder, tape deck, game console,

cable or satellite television box or MP3 player. Although the tuner is

built into the AVR, it also counts as a source, even though no external

connections are needed, other than the FM and AM antennas and the

XM antenna module.

Always connect the positive terminal on the loudspeaker, which is usually

colored red, to the positive terminal on the receiver, which is colored as

shown in the Connection Color Guide (Table 1). Similarly, always connect

the black negative terminal on the speaker to the black negative terminal

on the receiver.

The AVR 247 uses binding-post speaker

terminals that can accept banana plugs

or bare-wire cables. Banana plugs are

simply plugged into the hole in the middle

of the terminal cap. See Figure 1.

Separate connections are required for the audio and video portions of

the signal, except for digital HDMI connections. The types of connections

used depend upon what’s available on the source device, and for video

signals, the capabilities of your video display.

Figure 1 – Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Banana Plugs

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If your digital cable television set-top box outputs 1080i or higher

video via component video outputs and is not equipped with an

HDMI output, contact your cable operator for a replacement.

Audio Connections

There are two formats for audio connections: digital and analog. Digital

audio signals are of higher quality, and are required for listening to

sources encoded with digital surround modes, such as Dolby Digital and

DTS. There are three types of digital audio connections: HDMI, coaxial

and optical. Any one type of digital audio connection may be used for

each source device, but never more than one for the same source.

However, it’s okay to make both analog and digital audio connections

at the same time to the same source.

For Xbox 360 and satellite television customers, either change

the settings on your source device to ensure that it outputs only

720p video through its component video outputs, which the

AVR can convert to the HDMI format, or connect the AVR’s

Component Video Monitor Outputs to the video display.

Although you could connect the source device’s component

video outputs directly to your video display, you would then have

to select the correct video input on the display, depending on

which source input on the AVR was in use.

NOTE: Since the AVR 247 is capable of processing the audio

and video portions of most HDMI signals, if your video display

device has an HDMI input, you may make a single HDMI

connection from your source device (such as a DVD player) to

the AVR. In that case, no separate digital audio connection is

required. Make sure to turn the volume on your television all

the way off.

The physical HDMI connection is simple. The connector is shaped for

easy plug-in (see Figure 4). If your video display has a DVI input, you

may use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter (not included) to connect it to the AVR’s

HDMI Output. HDMI cable runs are usually limited to about 10 feet.

The AVR 247 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI

connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.

Digital Audio

The AVR 247 is equipped with two HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia

Interface) inputs, and one output. HDMI is capable of carrying digital

audio and video information using a single cable, thus delivering the

highest possible quality picture and sound.

Figure 4 – HDMI Connection

If your video display or source device is not HDMI-capable, use one of

the analog video connections (composite, S- or component video) and,

if available on your source device, either a coaxial or optical digital audio

connection.

There are different versions of HDMI, depending on the capability of

the source device and the type of signal it is capable of transmitting

via the HDMI connection.

In addition, receivers and processors such as the AVR 247 may handle

the incoming signal in several different ways, depending on their capability

as well. The AVR 247 uses HDMI version 1.2a, and is capable of

processing both the audio and video components of the HDMI data,

minimizing the number of cable connections in your system.

Coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although

they look similar to analog jacks, they should not be confused, and you

should not connect coaxial digital audio outputs to analog inputs or

vice versa. See Figure 5.

Coaxial digital

audio cable

Coaxial

NOTE: Some multichannel audio devices, such as DVD-Audio,

SACD, HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc players, output some audio

formats only through the source’s multichannel analog outputs.

These include DVD-Audio players with HDMI version 1.0, and

HD-DVD and Blu-ray Disc players that do not decode the digital

audio. In those cases, make a separate analog audio connection

in addition to the HDMI connection, which is still used for video

or if you wish to listen to Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM materials

that may be stored on the disc.

Figure 5 – Coaxial Digital Audio

Optical digital audio connectors are often covered by a shutter to protect

them from dust. The shutter opens as the cable is inserted.Input con-

nectors are color-coded using a black shutter, while outputs use a gray

shutter. See Figure 6.

Optical

Optical digital

audio cable

In addition, the AVR 247 will convert analog video signals to the HDMI

format, upscaling to high-definition 720p resolution. Digital source signals

with 1080i or 1080p resolution are passed via the HDMI Output to

your display at their original high-quality resolution, depending on your

display’s capabilities. You may view the AVR 247’s own on-screen

display menus using the HDMI output.

Figure 6 – Optical Digital Audio

Due to the nature of digital signals as binary bits, they aren’t subject

to signal degradation the way analog signals are. Therefore, the quality

of all digital audio connections should be the same, although it is impor-

tant to limit the length of the cable. Whichever type of connection you

choose, Harman Kardon recommends that you always select the highest

quality cables available within your budget.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 247 cannot convert 1080i or

1080p analog video signals to the HDMI format, but passes 1080i

signals in their native format to the Component Video Outputs. This

affects users of Microsoft^®Xbox^®360 systems and some older

set-top boxes.

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messages displayed on the front panel and on a video display connected

to the AVR. The Bridge outputs analog audio to the AVR 247, and it is

available to the multiroom system.

Analog Audio

Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white)

and one for the right channel (red). These two cables are often attached

to each other for most of their length. See Figure 7.

Figure 9 – The Bridge

Most sources that have digital audio jacks also have analog audio jacks,

although some older types of sources, such as tape decks, have only

analog jacks. For sources that are capable of both digital and analog

audio, you may wish to make both connections.

Video Connections

Although some sources produce an audio signal only (e.g., CD player,

tape deck), many sources output both audio and video signals (e.g.,

DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR).

In addition to the audio connection, connect one type of video connec-

tion for each source (never more than one at the same time for any

source).

The analog audio connection is strongly recommended if you intend to

use the source with the multiroom system. It’s required if you will be

using the multiroom preamp outputs with an external amplifier to power

your remote speakers, as the AVR 247’s multiroom system is not capa-

ble of converting the digital signal to analog format. It’s suggested that

you also use the analog audio connections when using the surround

back/multiroom speaker outputs, in case another two-channel digital

audio source is in use in the main listening area. The AVR 247 is only

capable of processing one PCM source at a time.

Digital Video

If you have already connected a source device to one of the HDMI

inputs as explained in the Digital Audio Connections section, then you

have automatically made a video connection at the same time, as the

HDMI signal includes both digital audio and video components.

If you wish to record materials from DVDs or other copy-protected

sources, you may only do so using analog connections. Remember to

comply with all copyright laws, if you choose to make a copy for your

own personal use.

If the source device is not capable of transmitting its digital audio signal

through the HDMI connection, then use one of the coaxial or optical

digital audio inputs for the source.

Analog audio

cable (RCA)

If a multichannel analog audio connection is required for certain lossless

formats (e.g., DVD-Audio, SACD, HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc), you may

make both audio connections, but you must also make an analog video

connection. To listen to the multichannel disc, first select the analog video

source input, then select the 6-/8-channel analog audio inputs, and the

AVR will retain the last video source you selected other than HDMI.

Figure 7 – Analog Audio

Multichannel analog connections are used with some high-definition

sources where the copy-protected digital content is decoded inside the

source. These types of connections are usually used with DVD-Audio,

SACD, Blu-ray Disc, HD-DVD and other multichannel players. See

Figure 8. However, the multichannel analog audio connection is not

required for DVD-Audio players compliant with HDMI version 1.1 or

better, or HD-DVD and Blu-ray Disc players that decode the digital audio

internally and output linear PCM signals in digital format. Consult the

owner’s guide for your disc player for more information.

The AVR 247 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI

connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.

Figure 4 (repeated) – HDMI Connection

Analog Video

There are three types of analog video connections: composite video,

S-video and component video.

Front Surround Center

Multichannel

analog audio

cable (RCA)

Composite video is the basic connection most commonly available. The

jack is usually color-coded yellow, and looks like an analog audio jack,

although it is important never to confuse the two. Do not plug a composite

video cable into an analog or coaxial digital audio jack, or vice versa.

Both the chrominance (color) and luminance (intensity) components of

the video signal are transmitted using a single cable. See Figure 10.

Subwoofer

Figure 8 – Multichannel Analog Audio

Harman Kardon receivers also include a proprietary, dedicated audio

connection called “The Bridge/DMP”. If you own an iPod with a dock

connector, you may purchase The Bridge separately and connect it to

The Bridge/DMP port on the receiver. See Figure 9. Dock your iPod

(not included) in The Bridge, and you may enjoy your audio and video

materials through your high-performance audio/video system. You may

even use the AVR 247 remote to control the iPod, with navigation

Composite

video cable

Figure 10 – Composite Video

S-video, or “separate” video, transmits the chrominance and luminance

components using separate wires contained within a single cable. The

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plug on an S-video cable contains four metal pins, plus a plastic guide

pin. Be careful to line up the plug correctly when you insert it into the

jack on the receiver, source or video display. See Figure 11.

S-video cable

Figure 11 – S-Video

Component video separates the video signal into three components –

one luminance (“Y”) and two sub-sampled color signals (“Pb” and “Pr”) –

that are transmitted using three separate cables. The “Y” cable is color-

coded green, the “Pb” cable is colored blue and the “Pr” cable is

colored red. See Figure 12.

Figure 14 – AM Antenna

RS-232 Serial Port

The RS-232 serial port on the AVR 247 is used only for data. If

Harman Kardon releases a software upgrade for the receiver’s operating

system at some time in the future, the upgrade may be downloaded

to the AVR using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at

that time.

Component

video cable

Figure 12 – Component Video

If it’s available on your video display, HDMI is recommended as the best

quality connection, followed by component video, S-video and then

composite video.

NOTES:

• Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is no output at the

Component Video Monitor Outputs for copy-protected sources.

• High-resolution 1080i and 1080p video signals are not

available at the HDMI Output, but 1080i signals are passed

through, as is, to the Component Video Outputs. If your source

outputs analog high-resolution video, either use the Component

Video Outputs, change the output resolution of your source

device to 720p, or connect your source’s component video

outputs directly to your video display.

• Due to the design of some video displays, analog 480p or

720p component video source signals may produce artifacts

when used with the AVR’s analog video outputs (composite,

S-video or component video). If this occurs, try changing the

Video Mode setting in the INPUT SETUP menu, or connecting

the source device’s video output directly to your video display.

However, for best results, we recommend that you consider

upgrading to an HDMI-capable video display.

Antennas

The AVR 247 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM

antennas that provide proper reception for the tuner.

The FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See Figure 13.

Figure 13 – FM Antenna

The AM loop antenna needs to be assembled. Then connect the two

leads to the screw terminals on the receiver. See Figure 14.

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Before you begin to connect cables, it is important to place your speakers

in their correct locations in the room.

Placement of Surround Speakers in a 5.1-Channel

System

Optimally, the speakers should be placed in a circle with the listening

position at its center. The distance from the listening position to the

video display forms the radius of the circle.

The side surround speakers should be placed 110 degrees from the

center speaker, that is, slightly behind and angled toward the listener.

If this isn’t feasible, place them behind the listener, with each surround

speaker facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 15. The

surround speakers may be placed a little higher than the listener’s ears.

The speakers should be angled so that they directly face the listening

position.

Placement of Surround Speakers in a 7.1-Channel

System

Front Speaker Placement

The center speaker is placed either on top of, below or mounted on the

wall above or below the video display screen.

In a 7.1-channel system, the side surround speakers are placed 90 degrees

from the center speaker, directly to either side of the listening position,

which is different than in a 5.1-channel system. The surround back left

and right speakers are placed 150 degrees from the center speaker, or

directly facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 16.

The front left and right speakers are placed along the circle, about 30

degrees from the center speaker and angled toward the listener.

It is best to place the front left/right and center speakers as close to

the same height as possible, preferably at about the same height as

the listener’s ears. In any event, the center speaker should be no more

than two feet above or below the left/right speakers.

SUB

Placement of the surround speakers depends on the number of

speakers in your system. If you’re using only two speakers with the

AVR 247, place them in the front left and right positions, and skip to

the Installation section. However, Harman Kardon recommends using

the AVR 247 in a 5.1- or 7.1-channel configuration for optimal

surround sound performance.

30°

90°

150°

SUB

30°

SBL

SBR

110°

150°

Figure 16 – Speaker Placement (7.1-Channel System)

NOTE: Some speaker manufacturers offer 6.1-channel speaker

systems, which are compatible with the 6.1-channel digital

surround sound formats available on DVD and elsewhere, such

as Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES Discrete and Matrix modes.

We do not recommend using the AVR 247 in a 6.1-channel

configuration. In fact, the 6.1-channel formats will sound better

when played through a 7.1-channel system. The same surround

back channel information is played through both surround back

speakers, but with twice the power and clarity.

Alternate placement

for Side Surround

Left Speaker

Alternate placement

for Side Surround

Right Speaker

If you wish to use the AVR 247 with a 6.1-channel speaker

system, place the single surround back speaker directly behind

the listener, but do not connect it until after you have run the

EzSet/EQ procedure for a 5.1-channel system. After EzSet/EQ

finishes, connect the surround back speaker to the Surround Back

Figure 15 – Speaker Placement (5.1-Channel System)

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Left Speaker Output. You will then need to follow the directions

in the Advanced Features section for manual setup of the sur-

round back speaker.

Subwoofer Placement

The subwoofer’s location is less critical, since low-frequency sounds are

omnidirectional. Placing the subwoofer close to a wall or in a corner will

reinforce the low frequencies, and may create a “boomy” sound. You

may wish to experiment over time by placing the subwoofer where the

listener normally sits and then walking around the room until the low

frequencies sound best. Place the subwoofer in that spot.

NOTE: Your receiver will sound its best when the same model

loudspeaker is used for all positions (other than the subwoofer).

If that isn’t possible, try to use speakers made by the same

manufacturer.

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You are now ready to connect your various components to your receiver.

Before beginning, make sure that all components, including the AVR 247,

are turned completely off and their power cords are unplugged. Don’t

plug any of the power cords back in until you have finished

making all of your connections.

Step Three – Connect the Antennas

Connect the FM and AM antennas to their terminals. If you have purchased

an XM antenna module designed for connection to an XM Ready device,

such as the AVR 247, you may connect it now. To enjoy XM Radio,

remember to purchase a subscription and activate your antenna module.

More information is available at www.xmradio.com.See Figure 19.

Remember that your receiver generates heat while it is on. Select a

location that leaves several inches of space on all sides of the receiver.

It is preferable to avoid completely enclosing the receiver inside a

cabinet. It is also preferable to place components on separate shelves

rather than stacking them directly on top of the receiver. Some surface

finishes are delicate. Try to select a location with a sturdy surface finish.

AVR 247

Step One – Connect the Speakers

If you have not yet done so, place your speakers in the listening room,

as described in the Speaker Placement section above.

Connect the center, front left, front right, surround left, surround

right, surround back left and surround back right loudspeakers to the

corresponding speaker terminals on the AVR 247. See Figure 17.

Remember to maintain the proper polarity by always connecting the

positive and negative terminals on each speaker to the positive and

negative terminals on the receiver. Use the Connection Color Guide

on page 17 as a reference.

Figure 19 – Antenna Connections

Step Four – Connect the Source Components

Use the Table A4 worksheet in the Appendix to note which connections

you will use for each of your source devices.

For each source, select a source input (Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, etc.).

In Table 2 we recommend connecting certain types of sources to certain

source inputs to make it easier to program and use the remote control.

AVR 247

Decide which audio connections you will use. If your source device has

them, use one of the HDMI, coaxial digital or optical digital audio connec-

tions. Referring to Table 2, we recommend you connect the DVD source

to the Coaxial 1 input jack, and the source designated Video 2 to the

Optical 1 input jack. If you are using the HDMI inputs, then in most cases

no other audio connection is required. If your source outputs video but

not audio via its HDMI connection, then select any available coaxial or

optical digital audio input on the AVR to use with the source. If your HDMI

source plays DVD-Audio, SACD, HD-DVD, Blu-ray Discs or another multi-

channel audio format, connect its multichannel analog audio outputs to

the AVR 247’s 6-/8-Channel Inputs, and connect one of its analog video

outputs to a source input on the AVR 247 (e.g., Video 3). When you

select that source input, e.g., Video 3, select the 6-/8-Channel Inputs,

and the AVR will automatically use the analog video input.

SBR

SBL

Figure 17 – Speaker Connections

NOTE: If you only have one surround back speaker, wait until

after you have run EzSet/EQ in the Initial Setup section before

connecting it to the Surround Back Left speaker outputs.

NOTE: The multichannel analog audio connection is not

required for DVD-Audio players compliant with HDMI version

1.1 or better, or HD-DVD and Blu-ray Disc players that decode

the digital audio internally and output linear PCM signals in

digital format. Consult the owner’s guide for your disc player

for more information.

Step Two – Connect the Subwoofer

Connect the Subwoofer Output on the AVR 247 to the line-level input on

your subwoofer. See Figure 18. Consult the manufacturer’s guide for the

subwoofer for additional information.

In addition to the digital audio connections, we recommend that you

connect the analog audio connections for each source, as a backup to

the digital connections, for recording, for use with the multiroom system,

or in the event that you use all six of the digital audio inputs for other

devices. For sources that don’t have digital audio outputs, you must use

the analog audio connections.

AVR 247

SUB

Figure 18 – Subwoofer Connection

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For each video source, select one type of video connection. HDMI video

is preferred, but both your source device and your video display must

have this type of video capability. If either device does not, then use

component video, S-video or composite video.

NOTE: It’s possible for a source to use none of the connections

named for that source. For example, you might connect your

DVD player to the Component Video 1 inputs and the Coax 1

digital audio input. However, we will refer to this source as

“DVD,” and in the Initial Setup section you will program the

receiver so that these connections are assigned to the DVD

source. When you select “DVD” as your source using the front

panel or the remote, the correct connections for your DVD

player will be used.

Referring to Table 2, we recommend that you connect the DVD source

to the Component Video 1 inputs, the Video 1 source to the Component

Video 2 inputs, and the Video 2 source to the Component Video 3 inputs.

Any HDMI-capable source devices should be connected to one of the

two HDMI inputs. All other source devices should be connected to either

the component, S- or composite video input for that source. However,

you may make whatever video connections are best for your system.

Table 2 – Recommended Source Component Connections

Source Device Type

AVR 247 Source Input

Audio Connections

Video Connections

VCR, DVR, PVR,

TiVo or other

Video 1

• Video 1 Analog (inputs and outputs)

and

• One of Component Video 2, Video 1 S-video

or Video 1 Composite Video Input

audio/video recorder

• Any one available coaxial or optical digital, • For recording, use Video 1 S-video or

audio input, with corresponding coax

or optical digital output

Composite Video Output, and do not use

component video connections at all

Cable TV, satellite TV,

HDTV or other

Video 2

• Video 2 Analog Inputs and

• Optical 1 Input

• One of Component Video 3, Video 2

S-video or Video 2 Composite Video Input

device that delivers

television programs

TV or other audio/video Video 3

device (only when used

as a source)

• Video 3 Analog Inputs and

• Any one available coaxial or optical

digital audio input

• Video 3 S-video or Video 3 Composite

Video Input

• Not required if sources is a TV

TV, game console,

camera or other

Video 4 (front-panel jacks)

• Video 4 Analog Inputs and

• Either Coax 3 or Optical 3 Input

• Video 4 S-video or Video 4 Composite Video

Input

audio/video device

• Not required if sources is a TV

DVD Audio/Video,

SACD, HD-DVD,

Blu-ray Disc

DVD

• DVD Analog Inputs

• 6-/8-Channel Inputs (optional) and

• Coax 1 Input

• Component Video 1 Input

HDMI-capable DVD

Audio/Video or HD-DVD

player or other audio/

video device

HDMI 1

• HDMI 1 input

• 6-/8-Channel Inputs (optional)

• HDMI 1 Input

HDMI-capable DVD

Audio/Video or HD-DVD

player or other audio/

video device

HDMI 2

• HDMI 2 input

• 6-/8-Channel Inputs (optional)

• HDMI 2 Input

CD player

• CD Analog Inputs and

• Any one available coaxial or optical

digital audio input

• Not required

CDR, MiniDisc,

cassette

Tape

• Tape Analog (inputs and outputs) and

• Any one available coaxial or optical digital,

audio input, with corresponding coax

or optical digital output

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We recommend connecting your various sources using the connections

shown in Table 2 in order to simplify programming your receiver

and remote control. However, you may connect any device to any

source input.

Referring to Table 2, connect your set-top box to the Video 2 Analog

Audio inputs and to the Optical 1 Digital Audio input. If possible, use

the Component Video 3 inputs. Otherwise, connect the set-top box’s

S-video or composite video output to the matching Video 2 video input.

See Figure 21.

NOTE: The AVR 247 is equipped with a total of six digital audio

inputs, not including the HDMI inputs: four on the rear panel

(Coaxial 1 and 2, Optical 1 and 2) and two on the front panel

(Coaxial 3 and Optical 3). However, there are a total of nine

sources that may be connected to devices that have digital

audio outputs. We recommend certain digital audio connections

simply because, as reflected in Table A1 of the Appendix, those

digital audio inputs are assigned to those sources by default at

the factory. But any digital audio input (except HDMI) may be

reassigned to any source. Since you may not be using all nine

source inputs, you may reassign a digital audio input that is

recommended for a source you aren’t using to another device.

Table 2 is a guide; you may need to make adjustments to fit

your system.

Figure 21 – Video 2 A/V, Digital Audio and Component Video Inputs

Video 3 Source

The Video 3 source is used only for playback. The remote control

is programmed to operate a TV, but you may connect any audio/video

source device to the Video 3 inputs and use the device’s own remote

to control it.

Video 1 Source

If you receive your television programming using your TV with an antenna

or direct cable connection, connect the analog audio outputs (if available

on your TV) to the Video 3 Analog Audio inputs. See Figure 22. Do not

connect any video output on the television set to any video input on the

receiver. See Step Five for information on connecting the receiver’s

video monitor outputs to the TV.

Since this source includes audio and video recording output jacks, it is

best suited to a video recorder, such as your VCR or DVR/PVR.

Referring to Table 2, connect your recorder to the Video 1 Analog Audio

inputs and outputs and to any available coaxial or optical digital audio

input (and corresponding digital audio output). See Figure 20. Use either

the Video 1 S-video or composite video input and output if you wish to

make recordings. If you don’t plan on recording, you may use the

Component Video 2 inputs.

NOTE: You may connect any video source other than a display

device to the Video 3 S-video or composite video inputs.

Figure 22 – Video 3 A/V Inputs

Video 4 Source

Figure 20 – Video 1 A/V Inputs and Outputs, and Digital Audio Inputs and Outputs

The Video 4 source is used only for playback. It is also generally

reserved for components that are only temporarily connected to the

receiver, such as cameras and game consoles. When not in use, you

may place the supplied covers over the front-panel Video 4 jacks for a

cleaner appearance. Simply snap the covers in place. When you wish to

use the jacks, gently press on the left side of each cover to pivot it out

for removal.

Remember to connect the audio and video output jacks on your

recorder to the Video 1 or digital audio input jacks on the AVR, and the

audio and video input jacks on your recorder to the Video 1 or digital

audio output jacks on the AVR.

NOTE: It isn’t possible to make recordings using HDMI or compo-

nent video connections. Keep this in mind as you connect other

source devices that you may wish to make recordings from.

Referring to Table 2, connect your camera or game console to the

Video 4 Analog Audio inputs and to either the Coaxial 3 or Optical 3

digital audio input. Connect the component’s S-video or composite

video output to the matching Video 4 video input. See Figure 23.

Video 2 Source

The Video 2 source is used only for playback. The AVR 247 remote

control is programmed to operate many brands and models of cable

and satellite television devices, and we recommend connecting your

cable or satellite set-top box to this source.

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HDMI 1 and 2

The HDMI sources are used with devices that are capable of outputting

digital audio and video through an HDMI connection, such as an HD-DVD

or Blu-ray Disc player or HDTV tuner. The HDMI sources are not used

with any of the 2-channel analog audio or video inputs on the AVR 247.

Figure 23 – Video 4 A/V and Digital Audio Inputs

NOTE: The Video 4 Input Selector on the remote may only be

programmed to operate a television or video display.

Make sure your video display is HDMI-capable, and for many source

devices, the display must be HDCP-compliant (High-Bandwidth Digital

Content Protection) in order to display copy-protected materials. If the

source device is not capable of outputting digital audio via its HDMI

output, connect its coaxial or optical digital audio output to an available

input on the AVR. If the source device plays multichannel discs (e.g.,

DVD-Audio, SACD, HD-DVD, Blu-ray Disc), connect its multichannel

analog audio outputs to the AVR 247’s 6-/8-Channel Inputs (but see

the note that follows Figure 25). Connect one of the source’s analog

video outputs to a source input on the AVR (e.g., Component Video 3

or Video 3) and select that source input, then select the 6-/8-Channel

Inputs for audio; the AVR 247 will retain the last video selection other

than HDMI. See Figure 26.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR MICROSOFT^®XBOX^®360 USERS:

The Microsoft Xbox 360 gaming system is capable of outputting

high-definition 1080i and 1080p video signals using the analog

component video outputs. Since the AVR 247 is not capable of

converting these analog component video signals to the HDMI

format, although 1080i signals are passed through, as is, to the

Component Video Outputs, to view your Xbox 360’s video output,

connect the AVR’s or Xbox’s component video outputs to your video

display, or change your Xbox 360’s settings so that it outputs 720p

video, which the AVR 247 can then convert to the HDMI format.

DVD

The AVR 247 is Simplay HD-verified for compatibility via the HDMI

connection to other Simplay HD-verified products.

The DVD source is used for a DVD player. If you have a high-resolution

multichannel device, such as a Blu-ray Disc or HD-DVD player, you may

connect it to the DVD source.

If your video display is equipped with a DVI (Digital Video Interface)

input, you may use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter (not included).

Referring to Table 2, connect your DVD player to the DVD Analog

Audio inputs and to the Coaxial 1 Digital Audio input. If possible, use

the Component Video 1 inputs. Otherwise, connect the DVD player’s

S-video or composite video output to the matching DVD video input.

See Figure 24.

Figure 26 – HDMI and Digital Audio Inputs

The CD source is used for a strictly audio device, such as a CD player.

Referring to Table 2, connect your CD player to the CD Analog Audio

inputs and to any available digital audio input. See Figure 27.

Figure 24 – DVD A/V, Digital Audio and Component Video Inputs

If your DVD player plays high-resolution audio discs, such as SACD

or DVD-Audio, or when an HD-DVD or Blu-Ray Disc player is used,

connect the 6- or 8-channel analog audio outputs on the player to the

6-/8-channel analog audio inputs on the receiver, in order to enjoy

these discs to their fullest. See Figure 25.

Figure 27 – CD Audio Inputs and Digital Audio Inputs

No video connections are needed.

Tape

The Tape source is used for audio-only recorders, such as a CDR,

MiniDisc or cassette deck.

Referring to Table 2, connect your recorder to the Tape Analog Audio

inputs and outputs, and to any available digital audio input (and corre-

sponding digital audio output). See Figure 28.

Figure 25 – 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs

NOTE: The multichannel analog audio connection is not

required for DVD-Audio players compliant with HDMI version

1.1 or better, or HD-DVD and Blu-ray Disc players that decode

the digital audio internally and output linear PCM signals in

digital format. Consult the owner’s guide for your disc player

for more information.

Figure 28 – Tape Audio Inputs and Outputs, and Digital Audio Inputs and Outputs

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Remember to connect the output jacks on your recorder to the Tape

or digital audio input jacks on the AVR, and the input jacks on your

recorder to the Tape or digital audio output jacks on the AVR.

If your television does not have HDMI or DVI video inputs, you will need

to make a video connection for each type of video used for your sources.

First, determine what types of video your display is capable of handling.

Remember that component video is preferred, followed by S-video

and then composite video. Ideally, this guided you in selecting the video

connections for your sources.

No video connections are needed.

The

Bridge

Next, note which types of video connections you used for your source

devices. Make sure you didn’t use a better type of video connection

for a source than your video display can handle. If so, disconnect the

source and use a video connection that’s compatible with your display.

With Harman Kardon’s optional The Bridge, you can enjoy audio, video

or still images stored on your iPod (not included), use your AVR 247

remote control to operate the iPod, and even charge the iPod while

it’s docked in The Bridge.

If you used component video for any sources, connect the Component

Video Monitor Outputs on the receiver to one set of component video

inputs on your display. See Figure 31. The AVR 247 is able to transcode

composite and S-video sources to component video. If your video display

has component video inputs, then you only need to connect the Component

Video Monitor Outputs and you may proceed to Step Six.

Simply plug the proprietary cable from The Bridge into the special

The Bridge/DMP connector on the rear of the AVR 247. See Figure 29.

Refer to the owner’s manual for The Bridge to select the appropriate

insert to match your iPod.

Figure 29 – The Bridge/DMP Connector

Step Five – Connect the Video Display

Figure 31 – Component Video Monitor Outputs

Only video connections should be made between the receiver and

your video display (TV), unless your TV is the source for your television

programming (see Video 3 Source on page 24).

If you used S-video for any sources, connect the S-video Monitor Output

on the receiver to an S-video input on your display. See Figure 32. The

AVR 247 converts composite video sources to S-video. If your video

display has S-video inputs, then you only need to connect the S-Video

Monitor Output and you may proceed to Step Six.

If you used an HDMI video connection for any of your sources, then

connect the HDMI Output on the AVR to an HDMI input on your video

display. See Figure 30. Consult the owner’s guide for your television to

learn the proper procedure for disabling or muting the audio. Unless you

have a non-HDMI source device that outputs 1080i or higher video via

an analog component video connection (see note below), no other video

connections are required, thanks to the AVR 247’s ability to transcode

most analog video signals to HDMI, and you may proceed to Step Six.

If you used composite video for any sources, but not component video

or S-video, connect the Composite Video Monitor output on the receiver

to a composite video input on the display. See Figure 32.

Figure 32 – S-Video and Composite Video Monitor Outputs

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 247 cannot convert 1080i or

1080p analog video signals to the HDMI format and outputs

1080i signals, as is, to the Component Video Outputs. This

affects users of Microsoft Xbox 360 systems and some older

set-top boxes.

Consult the manual for your TV to make sure you understand how to

select each video input.

Step Six – Plug in AC Power

If your digital cable television set-top box outputs 1080i or higher

video via component video outputs and is not equipped with an

HDMI output, contact your cable operator for a replacement.

Having made all of your wiring connections, it is now time to plug each

component’s AC power cord into a working outlet.

You may plug one device into the AC Switched Accessory Outlet on the

rear of the AVR 247. See Figure 33. Make sure this device draws no

more than 50 watts. The device should have its mechanical or master

power switch turned on, and it will power on any time the AVR 247 is

turned on.

For Xbox 360 and satellite television customers, connect the

AVR’s Component Video Monitor Outputs to the TV, or change

the settings on your source device to ensure that it outputs only

720p video through its component video outputs, which the AVR

can convert to the HDMI format. Although you could connect

the source device’s component video outputs directly to your

video display, you would then have to select the correct video

input on the display, depending on which source input on the

AVR was in use.

Figure 33 – Switched AC Accessory Outlet

Before plugging the AVR 247’s AC Power Cord into an electrical outlet,

make sure that the Master Power Switch on the front panel is popped

Figure 30 – HDMI Output

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out so that the word OFF appears on its top. Gently press the button to

turn the switch off. This will prevent the possibility of damaging the AVR

in case of a transient power surge.

When the remote is in the device mode for the primary source, e.g., DVD,

pressing the device selector will cause it to light up in red. When the

remote is in the secondary source’s device mode, the selector will light

up in green when pressed.

Step Seven – Insert Batteries in Remote

To switch between the primary and secondary device modes, press the

selector twice quickly in succession. The selector will retain this selection

until the next time you toggle between the primary and secondary device

modes. That is, if you press the DVD/CD Selector twice quickly so that

the CD source is activated, then press another source selector, such as

Video 1, the next time you press the DVD/CD Selector, the remote will

return to the CD device mode.

The AVR 247 remote control uses three AAA batteries, which are included.

To remove the battery cover located on the back of the remote,

firmly press the ridged depression and slide the cover toward the top

of the remote.

Insert the batteries, as shown in Figure 34, making sure to observe

the correct polarity.

The AVR 247’s remote is factory-programmed to control an iPod

docked in The Bridge and many Harman Kardon DVD and CD players.

If you have other source devices in your system, follow these steps to

program the correct codes into the remote.

1. Using the codes in Tables A9–A16 of the Appendix, look up the

product type (e.g., DVD, cable TV box) and the brand name of your

source. The number(s) listed is/are potential candidates for the

correct code set for your particular device.

Figure 34 – Remote Battery Compartment

2. Turn on your source device.

When using the remote, remember to point the lens toward the front

panel of the AVR 247. Make sure no objects, such as furniture, are

blocking the remote’s path to the receiver. Bright lights, fluorescent lights

and plasma video displays may interfere with the remote’s functioning.

The remote has a range of about 20 feet, depending on the lighting

conditions. It may be used at an angle of up to 30 degrees to either

side of the AVR.

3. This step places the remote in program mode, and varies slightly,

depending on which Input Selector is being programmed. Refer to

Figure 35.

a) DVD, Tape, Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 and Video 4 Sources:

Press and hold the Input Selector until the Program Indicator LED

starts to flash, then release it. Follow the directions in Step 4, below.

If the remote seems to operate intermittently, or if pressing a button

on the remote does not cause the AVR Selector or one of the Input

Selectors to light up, then make sure the batteries have been inserted

correctly, or replace all three batteries with fresh ones.

b) CD Source: Press the DVD/CD Input Selector twice quickly so

that it turns green, hold it until the Program LED starts to flash,

then release. Follow the directions in Step 4, below.

c) HDMI 1 Source: Press and hold the Input Selector until it turns

red and the Program LED starts to flash, then release it. Next,

press the Input Selector that corresponds to the device type you

want to program into the HDMI 1 mode, i.e., DVD, VCR/PVR or

CBL/SAT. Then follow the directions in Step 4, below.

Step Eight – Program Sources Into the Remote

The AVR 247 remote not only is capable of controlling the receiver,

but it may also be programmed to control many brands and models of

VCRs, DVD players, CD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, cassette

decks and TVs, as well as an iPod docked in The Bridge.

d) HDMI 2 Source: Press and release the Input Selector once, then

quickly press the Input Selector again so that it turns green. Hold

it until the Program LED starts to flash, then release it. Next, press

the Input Selector that corresponds to the device type you want to

program into the HDMI 2 mode, i.e., DVD, VCR/PVR or CBL/SAT.

Then follow the directions in Step 4, below.

It may help to think of the remote as a book with pages. Each “page”

represents the button functions for a different device. In order to access

the functions for a particular device, you first need to turn to that page;

that is, switch the remote to that device mode. This is done by pressing

the AVR Button to access the codes that control the receiver, or the

Input Selector Buttons to access the codes for the devices programmed

into the remote.

You may have noticed that three of the Input Selectors look different

from the others (see Figure 35). For the DVD/CD, TAPE/The Bridge and

HDMI 1/HDMI 2 Selectors, there is a primary source, the name of which

is printed on the button, and a secondary source, the name of which is

printed in green above the button.

Figure 35 – Input Selectors

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4. Enter a code from Step 1, above.

device without having to switch the remote’s device mode. See pages

58–59 for instructions on these advanced programming functions.

a) If the device turns off, then press the Input Selector again to accept

the code; it will flash. The remote will exit the Program mode.

NOTE: The AVR 247 remote is preprogrammed to operate the

transport controls of Harman Kardon DVD players when the AVR,

the Video 2 (cable/satellite) or the Video 3 (TV) source is selected.

You may change this punch-through programming at any time.

b) If the device does not turn off, try entering another code. If you

run out of codes, you may search through all of the codes in the

remote’s library for that product type by pressing the or

⁄

Button repeatedly until the device turns off. When the device turns

off, enter the code by pressing the Input Selector, which will flash.

The remote then exits Program mode.

Step Nine – Remote IR Inputs and Output (Optional)

The AVR 247 is equipped with a Remote IR Input, a Multiroom IR Input

and a Remote IR Output to facilitate use of your system with a remote

control in a variety of situations. See Figure 36.

5. Once you have programmed a code, it’s a good idea to try using

some other functions to control the device. Sometimes, manufacturers

use the same Power code for several different models, while other

codes will vary. You may wish to repeat this process until you’ve

programmed a satisfactory code set that operates most of the

functions you frequently use.

Figure 36 – IR Inputs and Outputs

When the AVR 247 is placed in such a way that aiming the remote at the

front-panel IR sensor is difficult, such as inside a cabinet or facing away from

the listener, you may connect an external IR receiver, such as the optional

Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the Remote IR Input jack. When you are using

the AVR 247 in multiroom mode, you may connect an optional IR receiver,

keypad or other control device to the Multiroom IR Input for remote control

of the AVR 247 (and any sources connected to the AVR’s Remote IR

Output) from the remote zone. Any signals transmitted through the Multiroom

IR Input will only control source selection and volume for the remote zone.

If a source device is being shared with the main listening area, then any

control commands issued to that source will also affect the main room.

6. You may find out which code number you have programmed by

pressing and holding the Input Selector to enter the Program mode.

Then press the Set Button, and the LED will flash in the code

sequence. One flash represents “1”, two flashes for “2”, and so forth.

A series of many fast flashes represents “0”. Record the codes

programmed for each device in Table 3.

Table 3 – Remote Control Codes

Source Input Product Type

(circle one)

Remote

Control Code

If any of your source devices are equipped with a compatible Remote

IR Input, you may use a 1/8" mini-plug interconnect cable (not included)

to connect the AVR’s Remote IR Output to the source device’s Remote

IR Input, which will pass any applicable remote signals transmitted

through the AVR to the source device. This enables you to control your

sources even when the AVR itself is controlled via an external IR receiver.

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3

Video 4

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

DVD

VCR, PVR

Cable, Satellite

DVD, VCR, PVR, CBL, SAT

DVD

Check with the manufacturer of the source device for more information

on the type of IR signal expected. The AVR 247 will output a “stripped

carrier” IR signal through the Remote IR Output.

CD, CDR

To control more than one source device using the Remote IR Output,

connect all sources in “daisy chain” fashion, with the AVR’s Remote

IR Output connected to the first device’s Remote IR Input, the second

device’s Remote IR Output connected to the next device’s Remote

IR Input, and so forth.

If you are unable to locate a code set that correctly operates your

source device, it will not be possible to use the AVR remote to control

that device. However, you may still connect the source to the AVR 247

and operate it using the device’s original remote control. Alternatively,

you may wish to consider purchasing Harman Kardon’s optional TC 30

activity-based remote, which is programmed by accessing a large data-

base of product codes on the Internet. The TC 30 is also capable of

“learning” codes from your device’s original remote.

Step Ten – Install a Multiroom System (Optional)

The AVR 247 offers several methods of distributing music to other

listening areas in your home. As indicated in the subheading, a multi-

room system is not required to enjoy the home theater experience.

If you prefer not to install a multiroom system at this time, skip to

Step Eleven to turn on the AVR 247 and configure it.

Most of the button labels on the remote describe the button’s function

when used to control the AVR 247. However, the button may perform a

very different function when used to control another device. Refer to the

Remote Control Function List, Table A8 in the Appendix, for a list of

each button’s functions with the various product types.

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: Installing a multiroom system very

often requires running various cables inside walls. Always comply

with the appropriate safety codes when installing concealed wiring.

The AVR 247’s multiroom connections should be installed per the

If you wish, you may program Macros, which are preprogrammed code

sequences that execute many code commands with a single button

press. You may also program “punch-through” codes, which allow the

remote to operate the volume, channel or transport controls of another

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requirements of all applicable state and local building codes, as

well as NEC (National Electrical Code) requirements. Check with

your local authorities as needed to ensure that all wiring inside

walls is installed in compliance with the proper standards. Failure

to do so may present a potential safety hazard. If you have any

doubt about your ability to work with electrical and telecommuni-

cations wiring, you are advised to hire a professional licensed

electrician or custom installer to install the multiroom system.

the remote room may turn the multiroom system on or off, select a

source input, control the source device connected to that input and

adjust the volume in the remote zone.

NOTE: Only analog audio sources are available to the multiroom

system.

Step Eleven – Turn On the AVR 247

Two steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR 247.

1. Connect the remote room’s speakers directly to the Surround

Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs. See Figure 37.

1. Gently press the Master Power Switch until the word OFF is no longer

visible. The Power Indicator above the two power switches should

light up in amber, indicating that the AVR is in Standby mode and is

ready to be turned on. See Figure 39. Normally, you may leave the

Master Power Switch in the ON position, even when the receiver is

not being used.

Figure 37 – Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs

If you do not require a full 7.1-channel system in your main listening

area, and you prefer not to purchase an external amplifier to power

a pair of remote speakers, you may reassign the AVR 247’s Surround

Back amplifier channels to power the speakers. Your main system will

be limited to 5.1 channels, which affects your ability to enjoy the

many DVDs and other programs recorded in 6.1 and 7.1 channels.

Figure 39 – Power Switches

2. There are several ways in which the AVR 247 may be turned on from

Standby mode.

2. Connect an external amplifier to the Surround Back/Multiroom

Preamp Outputs. See Figure 38.

a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. See Figure 39.

b) Press the Source Select Button on the front panel. See Figure 40.

Figure 38 – Surround Back/Multiroom Preamp Outputs

This method may be used when it is more important to distribute audio

to additional rooms than to have a full 7.1-channel system in the main

listening area, as it is still necessary to assign the surround back amplifier

channels to the remote zone, limiting the main system to 5.1 channels.

This method also requires you to provide an additional component, that

is, the amplifier. However, this method may be used to increase the

number of remote rooms in the system when you are also using the

Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs.

Figure 40 – Source Select Button

c) Using the remote, press any one of these buttons: AVR, DVD/CD,

TAPE/The Bridge, HDMI 1/2, VID1, VID2, VID3, VID4, XM, AM/FM

or 6/8CH. See Figure 41.

It is recommended that you place the amplifier in the same room as

the AVR 247 so that a shorter length of interconnect cable is used with

a long run of speaker wire to the remote room, rather than placing the

amplifier in the remote room, which necessitates a long run of intercon-

nect cable that would then be subject to signal degradation. Depending

on the number of channels available in your amplifier, you may distribute

the AVR 247’s analog audio signal to a single pair of speakers for two-

channel listening, to several pairs of speakers located in several different

rooms, or when listening to mono FM radio, to individual speakers

placed in different rooms. Use the Tuning Mode Button to select the

mono mode for FM radio.

Figure 41 – AVR and Input Selectors

NOTE: Any time you press one of the Input Selectors on the

remote (i.e., DVD/CD, TAPE/The Bridge, HDMI 1/HDMI 2, VID1,

VID2, VID3 or VID4), the remote will switch modes so that it will

only transmit the codes programmed to operate that device. In

order to control the receiver, press the AVR Button to return the

remote to AVR mode.

In addition to the audio signal, you will usually wish to connect an IR

control device to the AVR 247’s Multiroom IR Input so that listeners in

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Before you begin enjoying your new receiver, a few adjustments should

be made to configure the AVR 247 to match your actual system.

Make sure that you have connected a video display to one of the video

monitor outputs on the receiver. When you turn on your display and the

AVR, you should see a blue screen. A message may appear briefly at

the bottom of the screen. This message is part of the on-screen display

system, and is referred to as the “semi-OSD”. The semi-OSD is activated

any time you send a command to the AVR, and any time the AVR

detects a change in the incoming signal. Semi-OSD messages are over-

laid on top of any video signal, so that you may continue to watch your

program while making adjustments to the AVR.

Figure 43 – OSD System

When you first select a menu, the first setting line will be highlighted

(see Figure 44).

Although it’s possible to configure the AVR using only the remote and

the semi-OSD messages, we recommend that you use the full-screen

menu system, known as the “full-OSD”.

Using the On-Screen Menu System

The full-OSD system is accessed by pressing the OSD Button on the

remote. See Figure 42. While the full-OSD system is in use, it isn’t

possible to see any video programming. In addition, an OSD ON

message will appear on the front panel of the receiver to remind you

to use a video display.

Figure 44 – Input Setup Menu

If you wish to change that setting, press the Set Button. Although the

setting name will remain highlighted, the value will appear in blue type

‹ ›

with arrows to the left and right, indicating that you may use the

Buttons to scroll through the available values. See Figure 45. When the

desired value appears, press the Set Button to select it.

Figure 45 – Changing a Setting

Figure 42 – Navigation Buttons

⁄ ¤

Use the

Buttons to navigate to other settings within the menu.

‹ ›

NOTE: The

and Set Buttons on the front panel have no

When you have finished making all adjustments in that menu, press the

‹ Button to return to the navigation tabs, and then use the

effect on the OSD system.

⁄ ¤

Buttons to select the tab for another menu.

The OSD system consists of six main menus: Input Setup, Surround

Setup, Speaker Setup, Multiroom Setup, Video Setup and System Setup.

Navigation tabs for each menu appear on the left side of the screen.

When you first press the OSD Button, the Input Setup menu will be visible

(see Figure 43), since its tab is at the top of the screen. However, you

must press the Set Button to select the Input Setup menu so that you

can make any necessary adjustments. If you wish to select another

⁄ ¤

We recommend that most users follow the instructions in this INITIAL

SETUP section to configure a basic home theater system. You may

return to these menus at any time to make additional adjustments.

Thanks to the EzSet/EQ system, most of the menu adjustments may

be saved until you have become more familiar with the AVR, and are

therefore described in the Advanced Functions section.

menu, use the

Buttons to highlight the tab for the desired menu,

The Initial Setup section requires that you complete all of the steps

in the Installation section that apply to your receiver. You should have

connected all of your loudspeakers and a video display, as well as your

source devices. You should be able to turn on the receiver and view a

blue screen on your video display. If necessary, reread the Installation

Section before continuing.

and press the Set Button to select it.

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Select the “Auto Configuration” setting, and the screen shown in Figure

48 will appear to direct you to plug the EzSet/EQ microphone into the

Headphone Jack.

Configure the AVR 247 Using EzSet/EQ

One of the most important and perhaps often overlooked aspects of

setting up a home theater system is to calibrate the receiver to match

the loudspeakers, which enables the AVR to perform at its best.

Until recently, most receivers required the user to perform the calibration

and configuration manually, a somewhat tedious process that called for

a good ear or the purchase of an SPL (sound-pressure level) meter.

Although you may configure the AVR 247 manually, as described in

the Advanced Features section, we recommend that most users take

advantage of our signature EzSet/EQ system.

Before beginning, eliminate extraneous background noise that might

affect the results, such as noisy air conditioning. Try to avoid making

any loud noises while running EzSet/EQ.

Figure 48 – EzSet/EQ Screen

Step Four – After you select “Continue”, the screen shown in Figure 49

will appear. Although the AVR 247 may be used with up to eight speakers,

you may have elected not to install surround back speakers at this time,

or you may have decided to use the surround back speaker channels to

power speakers in the remote room of a multiroom system. This screen

directs you to program EzSet/EQ for a 5.1- or 7.1-channel configuration.

Select the setting that reflects the number of speakers installed in your

system, and EzSet/EQ will do the rest automatically!

IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: During the EzSet/EQ procedure,

a series of very loud test tones will be played through all of the

speakers. Avoid sitting or standing close to any one speaker

during the procedure. If you are particularly sensitive to loud

noises, you may wish to leave the room and have someone

else run EzSet/EQ.

Step One – Place the included EzSet/EQ microphone in the listening

position, or in the center of the room, at about the same height as the

listeners’ ears. The microphone features a threaded insert on the bottom

so that it can be mounted on a camera tripod for stability.

Step Two – Plug the EzSet/EQ microphone into the Headphone

Jack/EzSet/EQ Microphone Input Jack on the front of the receiver.

See Figure 46.

Figure 49 – EzSet/EQ: Number of Speakers

NOTE: If you are using fewer than five main speakers in your

system, then it will not be possible to configure your speakers

using EzSet/EQ, and you will need to select Manual Configuration

as described in the Advanced Functions section. If you have

selected a 6.1-channel configuration, using only a single surround

back speaker, it is possible to use a combination of EzSet/EQ

automatic configuration for 5.1 speakers, connect the single

surround back speaker to the left Surround Back Speaker Output,

and then configure the surround back speaker manually, as

described in the Advanced Functions section. However, we do

not recommend the 6.1-channel configuration.

Figure 46 – Plug EzSet/EQ microphone into receiver.

Step Three – Make sure that the AVR 247 and the video display are

turned on. Press the OSD Button to display the menu system. See

⁄ ¤

Figure 43. Use the

Buttons to move the cursor to the Speaker

Setup tab, and then press the Set Button to select the Speaker Setup

menu. See Figure 47.

If you have forgotten to plug in the EzSet/EQ microphone, the warning

screen shown in Figure 50 will appear as a reminder.

Figure 47 – Speaker Setup Menu Screen

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(+ terminals connected to + terminals, and – terminals connected to

– terminals).

NOTE: EzSet/EQ can only detect the presence of a speaker,

not its location within the room. If your speakers are not placed

reasonably close to the positions shown in Figures 15 or 16 in

the Speaker Placement Section, then EzSet/EQ may not be able

to perform this test correctly.

If EzSet/EQ detects only one speaker in a pair (e.g., surround back left

but no surround back right or no main speakers), it will generate an

error and stop. If that happens, check that you have placed your speakers

in their correct locations, and that you have wired each speaker to its

correct set of speaker terminals.

Figure 50 – EzSet/EQ: Warning to Plug in Microphone

NOTE: As shown in Figures 48, 49, and 51–54, while EzSet/EQ

is in progress a Cancel setting is available or even highlighted. You

may interrupt EzSet/EQ at any time by selecting the Cancel setting

and pressing the Set Button.

Speaker Distance: During this test, EzSet/EQ measures the distance

from each speaker to the listening position. If the speakers are placed

at different distances from the listener, the sound from speakers placed

closer needs to be delayed so that it reaches the listener at the same

time as the sounds from the other speakers. This preserves the clarity

and directionality of surround sound presentations. During the Speaker

Distance test a screen similar to the one shown in Figure 52 will appear.

The speaker position will change as EzSet/EQ measures the distance

for each speaker.

What EzSet/EQ Does

EzSet/EQ will send test signals to the various speakers and perform

the measurements described in this section, adjusting the AVR 247’s

settings to match EzSet/EQ’s internal references.

Set Master Volume Level: EzSet/EQ sends test tones to the front

speakers and adjusts the system’s volume level to enable it to take the

remaining measurements correctly. EzSet/EQ uses the left front speaker

to set the master volume level, and then it proceeds directly to measuring

the speaker output levels.

Speaker Level: During this test, EzSet/EQ ensures that all speakers

sound equally loud at the listening position. During a surround sound

presentation it is common for the surround channels to sound less

prominent, or not to be used at all at times. By setting the baseline

channel levels correctly, the AVR serves as a blank canvas for the

movie director to create special effects.

Figure 52 – EzSet/EQ: Speaker Distance Test

A screen similar to the one shown in Figure 51 will appear, with the

speaker position changing as EzSet/EQ measures the levels for each

speaker. You may occasionally hear EzSet/EQ send a tone back to the

front left speaker. This enables EzSet/EQ to compare the level of the

speaker being measured to the reference level it set for the front left

speaker.

NOTE: The AVR 247 is also capable of setting a different type

of delay, called A/V Sync Delay, which is used to compensate

for lip sync problems that may occur when a video display

device or set-top box causes delays while digital video signals

are processed. It simultaneously adds a delay to all speaker

channels in the system. A/V Sync Delay is not set during

EzSet/EQ. It may be set while watching a program as follows:

press the Delay Button on the remote and the first setting

displayed is A/V Sync Delay. Press the Set Button to select it

⁄ ¤

and then use the

Buttons to adjust it.

Speaker Size: This test checks the low-frequency range capabilities

of each of your speakers to ensure that low-frequency sounds are not

sent to speakers unable to reproduce them efficiently. Each of the main

speakers in your system will be assigned a value of Large or Small,

depending solely on how it handles low frequencies. During the Speaker

Size test a screen similar to the one shown in Figure 53 will appear,

with the speaker position changing as each speaker is measured.

Figure 51 – EzSet/EQ: Speaker Level Test

If at any time the test tone is not heard from the speaker indicated on

screen, press the Set Button to stop EzSet/EQ. Turn off the AVR using

the Master Power Switch and check your speaker connections. Make

sure all wires are connected to the correct speakers and Speaker

Outputs on the AVR, and that you have observed the correct polarity

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When EzSet/EQ has finished running all of these tests, a screen similar

to the one in Figure 55 will appear. You may press the Set Button, and

the Speaker Setup screen shown in Figure 47 will appear. Select “Manual

Configuration” to view the settings resulting from EzSet/EQ. The manual

Speaker Setup screens are explained in the Advanced Functions section.

Figure 53 – EzSet/EQ: Speaker Size/Crossover Test

At the same time the overall size of the speaker’s frequency range is

measured, the AVR will measure the crossover, which is the lowest

frequency each of your main speakers is capable of handling effectively,

in order to set the highest frequency the subwoofer should reproduce.

The system balances the need to ensure that all frequencies are repro-

duced for smooth transitions between the subwoofer and main speakers

without losing any information, against the need to avoid overtaxing

smaller satellite speakers.

Figure 55 – EzSet/EQ: Successful Configuration

Configure Sources

In the Installation section, you physically connected various cables

between your source devices and the AVR. In this section, you will

assign the various audio and video inputs to their sources, ensuring that

the AVR uses the correct connections each time you select a source.

NOTE: The crossover determined by EzSet/EQ is not the same

as the crossover frequency specification that appears in the

speaker’s manual. EzSet/EQ is measuring the point at which the

audio signal must be passed from the main speaker to the sub-

woofer. For an individual loudspeaker, the manufacturer specifies

the point or points at which the audio signal is passed from one

transducer within the speaker to another.

Press the OSD Button to view the menu system. The Input Setup menu

tab will be highlighted. Press the Set Button to select it, and the screen

shown in Figure 56 will appear.

Equalization (EQ): Many factors unique to the listening room can affect

the overall sound of a home theater system. For example, a room con-

sisting of hardwood floors and large expanses of glass can sound livelier,

with added reverberation, while a carpeted room fitted with draperies

can dampen sound waves. In addition, the shape of the room can affect

frequency response. If a room has a small alcove near a doorway, for

example, you may notice a difference in bass response depending on

whether you are standing opposite the alcove or to one side of it.

Figure 56 – Input Setup Menu

EzSet/EQ is capable of measuring the impact room characteristics

and speaker placement have on each speaker’s performance, and of

making adjustments to low-frequency response to compensate. While

EzSet/EQ is making these adjustments a screen similar to the one shown

in Figure 54 will appear. You may hear EzSet/EQ repeat tones from

various speakers a number of times as it performs the equalization.

The first line indicates that the receiver is currently set to the DVD

source.

›

Press the Set Button and then use the Button to view the next source.

The sources will be selected in the following order: Video 1, Video 2,

Video 3, Video 4, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, 6CH Direct, 8CH Direct, DMP/The

‹

Bridge, Tape, CD, Tuner and XM. Pressing the Button selects the

sources in the reverse order.

For each of these sources, you may adjust the following settings. At a

minimum, you should make sure that sources connected to any of the

component video or digital audio inputs have the correct settings. Other

settings are optional, and you may adjust them at a later time when you

have more experience with the AVR. Refer to the Table A4 worksheet in

the appendix that you filled out during installation as you assign inputs

to each source.

Figure 54 – EzSet/EQ: Equalization

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TITLE: You may change the display name for any source. Not only

does this enable you to customize your system; it helps you to select

the correct source device even when you have forgotten which physical

connections were used.

VIDEO IN: This setting reflects the video input that is assigned to the

source. The default assignment for all sources is COMPOSITE except

as shown in Table 5:

Table 5 – Default Video Inputs

Move the cursor down to the TITLE line and press the Set Button.

The screen shown in Figure 57 will appear.

Source Input

Default Video Input

DVD

COMPONENT 1

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

COMPONENT 2

COMPONENT 3

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

We recommend that you leave the setting for the HDMI sources

as is. For the other sources, change this setting to reflect use of the

Component 1, 2 or 3 Video Input as appropriate. If you used the

composite or S-video input for any source, make sure this setting

is COMPOSITE. (There is no separate selection for S-video.)

Figure 57 – Retitling a Source Input

Use the Navigation Buttons to highlight the desired letter (or other

character), and press the Set Button to add it to the new title, which

will be displayed in the bar at the top of the screen. You may use the

Navigation Buttons, or select the left or right arrow and press the Set

Button, to move the cursor within the new title. To add a space either

move the cursor one character to the right as described above, or

highlight the SPACE indicator on screen and press the Set Button.

NOTE: If your video display has an HDMI input, then you only

need to connect the AVR’s HDMI Output to the display. The

AVR 247 transcodes analog source video signals up to 720p from

composite, S-video or component video to the HDMI format,

and is also capable of upscaling the signal up to 720p to match

your display’s capabilities. The only exception to this rule is for

analog 1080i/p sources, which are not available at the HDMI

Output, but 1080i signals are passed, as is, to the Component

Video Outputs. If your source device is a Microsoft Xbox 360

or an older set-top box that outputs 1080i or higher video via

component video outputs, then set the source to output 720p

video, or connect the AVR’s Component Video Monitor Outputs to

your video display.

You may edit a title by inserting or deleting characters. To insert a new

character between two existing characters, move the cursor to highlight

the character to the right of the insertion point in the bar at the top of

the screen. Then highlight the INS indicator on screen and press the

Set Button. You may now select a character to insert in the new space.

Delete a character by moving the cursor to highlight the unwanted

character in the bar at the top of the screen. Then highlight the DEL

indicator on screen and press the Set Button.

If your display does not have an HDMI input, but does have

component video inputs, you only need to connect the AVR’s

Component Video Monitor Outputs to the display. The AVR 247

transcodes composite and S-video signals to the component

video format. Similarly, if your display’s best-quality video input

is S-video, you do not need to connect the Composite Video

Monitor Output to the display; any composite video source

signals will be converted to S-video format, and S-video signals

may be converted to composite video format if your video

display is not equipped with an S-video input.

When you have finished entering the new title, highlight the OK indicator

and press the Set Button to return to the Input Setup menu. Although

the Source Input name will remain the same in the Input Setup menu,

the new title will appear in the semi-OSD displays and the front-panel

display as appropriate.

NOTES:

• Only upper case letters are available for titles.

• Normally both the source input and the digital (or analog)

audio input selection appear on the upper line of the semi-

OSD and front-panel displays. When The Bridge source is

selected, its status as CONNECTED or UNPLUGGED appears

in place of the audio input selection. However, when a source

input is retitled, the audio input selection no longer appears

unless you press the Digital Input Selector on the remote or

front panel. The status of The Bridge also no longer appears,

and cannot be displayed.

AUDIO IN: By default, the analog audio inputs are assigned at the factory

to all sources, with the following exceptions:

Table 6 – Default Digital Audio Assignments

Source Input

Default Digital Audio Input

DVD

Coax 1

Video 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

Optical 1

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

• You may select the Cancel indicator and press the Set Button if

you change your mind and decide not to retitle the source input.

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If you used a digital audio connection for another source, change this

setting to assign the correct digital audio input to the source, even if you

also connected the analog audio outputs of the source to the receiver.

AUTO POLL: The Auto Poll feature is used when both an analog audio

and digital audio connection have been made for one source device.

If for some reason no digital signal is available, the AVR 247 will switch

to the analog inputs for the source. This situation can occur with some

cable or satellite television broadcasts, where some channels are broad-

cast with digital audio and others with analog audio.

For some sources, the Auto Poll feature is unnecessary and may be

undesirable. For example, if your DVD player is stopped, you may not

want to use the analog audio signal or you may have decided not to

connect analog audio. Move the cursor to this line, press the Set Button

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and press the

Buttons until OFF appears, disabling the Auto Poll

feature. With Auto Poll turned off, the receiver will only check for a signal

at the audio input assigned to the source.

NOTE: Since The Bridge is connected to the AVR using a

dedicated audio connection, it isn’t possible to select a different

audio input for this source. The AM/FM/XM tuner and 6-/8-

Channel Inputs also use dedicated audio inputs, and it isn’t

possible to select a digital audio input for these sources.

The next three lines in the Input Setup menu activate the tone controls,

and may be skipped at this time. We recommend leaving the tone

controls at their factory defaults for most listening, in order to enjoy the

sound mix created by your favorite movie and music artists. However,

if your room or speakers have unusual characteristics, or simply as

a matter of personal preference, see the Tone Controls section on

page 38 for more information.

VIDEO MODE: This setting is used only with a fully analog video path

(composite, S-video or component video). It has no effect on HDMI

sources and video displays. Due to the design of some analog video

displays and the nature of the video standard, there may be timing

issues with the AVR. If you observe some minor video instability when

using the AVR’s analog video outputs, try changing the Video Mode

setting to Mode B. If you continue to observe problems, connect your

source device’s video output directly to the video display, or consider

upgrading to an HDMI-capable display.

You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiver!

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Now that you have installed your system components and completed at

least a basic configuration of your receiver, you are ready to begin

enjoying your home theater system.

Sleep Timer

You may program the AVR to play for up to 90 minutes and then turn

off automatically using the sleep timer.

Turning On the AVR 247

Press the Sleep Button on the remote, and the time until turn-off will be

displayed. See Figure 61. Each additional press of the Sleep Button will

reduce the time until turn-off by 10 minutes, until the OFF setting is

reached, which disables the sleep timer.

Gently press the Master Power Switch until the word OFF is no longer visi-

ble. The Power Indicator above the two power switches should light up in

amber. This indicates that the AVR is in Standby mode and is ready to be

turned on. Normally, you may leave the Master Power Switch in the ON

position, even when the receiver is not being used. See Figure 58.

Figure 61 – Sleep Button

When the sleep timer has been set, the front-panel display will automati-

cally dim to half-brightness. If you press any button on the remote or

front panel, the display will return to full-brightness. The display will dim

again several seconds after your last command.

Figure 58 – Power Switches

There are several ways in which the AVR 247 may be turned on:

a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel. See Figure 58.

b) Press the Source Select Button on the front panel. See Figure 59.

If you press the Sleep Button after the timer has been set, the remaining

time until turn-off will be displayed. You may press the Sleep Button to

change the time until turn-off. Pressing and holding the Sleep Button will

disable the sleep timer, and the SLEEP OFF message will appear.

Volume Control

The volume may be adjusted either by turning the knob on the front

panel (clockwise to increase volume or counterclockwise to decrease

volume), or by pressing the Volume Control Buttons on the remote.

See Figure 62. The volume is displayed as a negative number of

decibels (dB) below the 0dB reference point, and may be changed

in 0.5dB increments.

Figure 59 – Source Select Button

c) Using the remote, press any one of these buttons: AVR, DVD/CD,

TAPE/The Bridge, HDMI 1/HDMI 2, VID1, VID2, VID3, VID4, XM,

AM/FM, 6/8CH. See Figure 60.

Unlike the volume controls on some other products, 0dB is the maximum

volume for the AVR 247. Although it’s physically possible to turn the

volume to a higher level, doing so may damage your hearing and your

speakers. For certain more dynamic audio materials, even 0dB may be

too high, allowing for damage to equipment.

Figure 60 – AVR and Input Selectors

NOTE: Any time you press one of the remote’s Input Selectors

(i.e., DVD/CD, TAPE/The Bridge, XM, VID1, VID2, VID3, VID4 or

HDMI 1/HDMI 2), the remote will switch modes so that it will

only operate that device. To control the receiver, press the AVR

Button to return the remote to AVR mode.

Figure 62 – Volume Controls

The AVR 247 is designed to reproduce audio with a minimum amount

of distortion, which may lead you to think that your hearing and the

equipment can handle higher volumes. We urge caution with regard to

volume levels.

To turn the receiver off, press either the Standby/On Switch on the front

panel, or press the AVR Button and the OFF Button on the remote.

Unless the receiver will not be used for an extended period of time (for

example, if you will be on vacation), it is not necessary to turn off the

Master Power Switch. When the Master Power Switch is turned off, any

settings you have programmed, including system configuration and

preset radio stations, will be preserved for up to four weeks.

Mute Function

To temporarily mute all speakers and the headphones, press the Mute

Button on the remote. See Figure 63. Any recording in progress will not

be affected. The MUTE message will flash in the display as a reminder.

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To restore normal audio, either press the Mute Button again, or adjust

the volume. Turning off the AVR will also end muting.

Headphones

Plug the 1/4" plug on a pair of headphones into the headphone jack

on the front of the receiver for private listening. See Figure 65. The

first time you use the headphones, the DOLBY H:BP message will be

displayed, indicating that Dolby Headphone surround processing is

in the bypass mode, which delivers a conventional 2-channel signal

to the headphones.

Figure 63 – Mute Button

Tone Controls

You may boost or cut either the treble or the bass frequencies by

up to 10dB.

Figure 65 – Headphone Jack

Using the front-panel controls or the remote, press the Tone Mode

Button once. See Figure 64. This will indicate whether the tone controls

are in or out of the circuitry. If you wish to return the tone controls to 0,

Press the Surround Select Button on the front panel, or the Dolby

Button on the remote, to switch to Dolby Headphone virtual surround

processing, indicated by the DOLBY H:DH message. Dolby Headphone

delivers an enhanced sound field that emulates a 5.1-channel speaker

system. No other surround modes are available for the headphones.

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or “flat” response, press the

Buttons (

on the remote) until

the TONE OUT message appears, which preserves any changes you

have made to the bass or treble settings for later use. To reactivate your

changes, the tone control must again be set to TONE IN.

Source Selection

With the TONE IN message displayed, press the Tone Mode Button

Press the front-panel Source Select Button to scroll through the

sources. The left side of the button scrolls down the list that appears in

the display; the right side scrolls upward. For direct access to the tuner,

press the Tuner Band Button, which switches to the last-used band and

frequency. See Figure 66.

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repeatedly to access TREBLE MODE and BASS MODE. Use the

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Buttons (

on the remote) to change the treble or bass settings,

as desired. The display will return to normal a few seconds after your

last command.

Figure 66 – Source Select and Tuner Band Buttons

Figure 64 – Tone Button

NOTE: The Bridge/DMP, HDMI and HDMI 2 sources have no

icon in the Source Indicators display. When selected, the appro-

priate indication will appear in the Message Display’s upper line.

One of two messages will scroll on the right side to indicate

whether The Bridge is unplugged or connected. If you have

retitled this source, then only the new name will appear in the

upper line.

You may alternatively adjust the tone controls using the full-OSD menu

system. Press the OSD Button on the remote to view the menu system.

The Input Setup tab will be highlighted. Press the Set Button to activate

the Input Setup menu. If you wish to make any changes to the TONE,

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BASS or TREBLE settings, use the

keys on the remote to move

the cursor to the line you wish to change, and press the Set Button.

Once you have changed the setting using the

Set Button to enter the new setting. When you have finished, either wait

until the display times out and disappears, press the OSD Button to clear

the display, or move the cursor to the menu tabs on the left side of the

screen line if you wish to make other changes using the menu system.

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Buttons, press the

For direct access to any source, press its Input Selector on the remote

(see Figure 60). Since the AVR 247 allows for more source input

devices than the remote has buttons for, some sources are required

to share buttons. These are the DVD and CD sources, the Tape and

The Bridge sources, and the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 sources. The first press

of any of these three Input Selectors will select the source whose name

appears on the button (i.e., DVD, Tape or HDMI 1), as indicated by the

button lighting up in red. Press that Input Selector again quickly to select

the source whose name appears above the button (i.e., CD, The Bridge

or HDMI 2), and the selector will light in green to indicate that you have

selected the source whose name is printed above the button.

NOTE: The AVR 247 does not have a conventional balance

control. The EzSet/EQ process compensates for any character-

istics of your room or speakers, and we recommend that you

leave the settings as they are after EzSet/EQ has been run.

However, you may manually adjust the levels of the left and

right channels – decreasing one and increasing the other

by the same amount – using the Channel Adjust submenu,

as described in the Advanced Functions section. This achieves

the same effect as a balance control.

The AVR 247 will switch to the audio and video inputs assigned to the

source. If you selected a surround mode for the source, the AVR 247

will switch to that mode.

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The source name will appear in the upper line of the front-panel display.

If you retitled the source, only the new title will appear. Otherwise, the

audio input assigned to the source (analog or one of the digital audio

inputs) will also appear. The surround mode will be displayed on the

lower line. The same information will also appear on screen in the

semi-OSD, unless you have set the semi-OSD to OFF in the System

Setup menu, as described in the Advanced Functions section.

NOTES:

• Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is no output at the

Component Video Monitor Outputs for copy-protected sources.

• High-resolution 1080i and 1080p video signals are not avail-

able at the HDMI Output, but 1080i signals are passed through,

as is, to the Component Video Monitor Outputs. If your source

outputs analog high-resolution video, either use the Component

Video Outputs, change the output resolution of your source

device to 720p, or connect your source’s component video

outputs directly to your video display.

Audio Input Selection

The AVR 247 is programmed at the factory to use the analog audio

inputs for each source (except for the DVD, Video 2, HDMI 1 and

HDMI 2 sources; see Table 6). To assign a digital audio input to a

source (if you have not done so using the Input Setup menu during

Initial Setup), press the Digital Button on the remote or front panel. The

current audio input selection will flash in the display, and you may press

• Due to the design of some video displays, analog 480p or

720p component video source signals may produce artifacts

when used with the AVR’s analog video outputs (composite,

S-video or component video). If this occurs, try changing the

Video Mode setting in the INPUT SETUP menu, or connecting

the source device’s video output directly to your video display.

However, for best results, we recommend that you consider

upgrading to an HDMI-capable video display.

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the

(or

on the front panel) Buttons to scroll through the

audio inputs. When the desired input appears, press the Set Button to

select it. See Figure 67.

• The AVR 247 cannot convert 1080i or 1080p analog video

signals to the HDMI format, but passes 1080i signals to the

Component Video Outputs. This affects users of Microsoft

Xbox 360 systems and some older set-top boxes. If your

digital cable television set-top box outputs 1080i or higher

video via component video outputs and is not equipped with

an HDMI output, contact your cable operator for a replace-

ment. For Xbox 360 or satellite receivers with no HDMI output,

change the settings on your source device so that it outputs

only 720p video through its component video outputs, which

the AVR can convert to the HDMI format, or connect the AVR’s

Component Video Outputs to the TV. Although you could con-

nect the source device’s component video outputs directly to

your video display, you would then have to select the correct

video input on the display to match the AVR’s input.

Figure 67 – Digital Input Selection

If the Auto Poll feature is ON in the Input Setup menu, and if a digital

audio input has been assigned to the source, the AVR 247 will first

check the digital audio input for a signal. If a signal is present, the

AVR 247 will select the digital audio input. If no signal is present,

the AVR 247 will switch to the analog audio inputs for the source.

Video Input Selection

The component video inputs may be reassigned to other source inputs

as needed, depending on the physical connections you made during the

Installation procedure.

When a source is selected, the AVR 247 switches to a video input

as follows:

The VIDEO IN line of the Input Setup menu indicates which of the video

inputs on the AVR 247 is assigned to each source. As shown in Table 5,

by default the Component Video 1 input is assigned to the DVD source,

the Component Video 2 input is assigned to the Video 1 source, and the

Component Video 3 input is assigned to the Video 2 source. The two

HDMI inputs obtain the video signal from their own inputs, and may not

be reassigned to another video input.

If a signal is present at the component video input assigned to that

source, it will be selected.

If no signal is present at the component video input, then the S-video or

composite video input for the source will be selected. It is not possible

to reassign the S-video or composite video inputs to other sources.

For audio-only sources, such as the tuner or CD inputs, when no compo-

nent video signal is present, the last-used video source will be selected.

If your iPod is capable of playing still images and videos, it may be used

as a video source. However, you may not select another device for viewing

while listening to audio files stored on the iPod, nor can you view video or

images stored on the iPod while listening to another audio source.

6-/8-Channel Direct Inputs

If you wish to hear audio through the 6-/8-Channel Direct Inputs together

with video, then connect your multichannel player to the Component

Video 1 Inputs, and connect the player’s 6- or 8-channel analog audio

outputs to the 6-/8-Channel Inputs on the AVR. Assign the component

video inputs you selected to the 6-/8-Channel Input source. The AVR

will automatically select the correct component video and audio inputs

when you select this source.

All other sources default to the COMPOSITE setting, meaning that they

are using their composite or S-video inputs. The AVR 247 will transcode

the incoming composite or S-video signal and make it available using

the HDMI or Component Video Monitor Outputs, enabling a single-cable

connection to your television.

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If you need to use composite or S-video for your multichannel player,

e.g., if your video display does not have component video inputs, then

use the video inputs for another source. Since the AVR automatically

selects the last-used video inputs for audio sources, first select the

source you connected the video cables to, and then the 6-/8-Channel

Inputs for the audio.

When you wish to view a DVD, simply select the HDMI 1 source.

When you wish to play a multichannel disc, first select the analog video

source, e.g., Video 3, to obtain the correct video signal, then select the

6-/8-Channel Inputs to select the audio signal.

To select the 6-/8-Channel Inputs as the source, use either the Source

Selector on the front panel or press the 6/8CH Input Selector on the

remote. See Figure 68.

Example 1: You would like to connect a DVD-Audio player to the

AVR 247. You plan on playing a variety of discs using this player,

including conventional DVDs and even CDs as well as multichannel

discs. When playing DVDs and CDs, it is preferable to use a digital audio

connection to obtain the best sound quality and the benefit of any digital

surround formats contained on the DVD. However, when playing DVD-

Audio discs, you will need to use the 6-/8-channel analog audio

connections. In addition, some of these discs contain video materials.

The player does not have an HDMI output.

Figure 68 – 6-/8-Channel Input Selector

We recommend that you connect this player as follows:

NOTE: The 6-/8-Channel Inputs pass the incoming signals

directly to the volume control, without digitizing or processing

them. Therefore, you will need to configure bass management

settings (i.e., speaker size, delay and output level) on your source

device so that they match the settings you programmed using

EzSet/EQ, which may be viewed using the Manual Setup menu

(see Advanced Functions section). Consult the owner’s guide for

your multichannel player for more information.

a) Connect the player’s coaxial digital audio output to the Coaxial 1 input

on the AVR. This input is assigned by default to the DVD source.

b) Connect the player’s component video outputs to the Component

Video 1 inputs on the AVR, which are assigned by default to the DVD

source. If your video display doesn’t have component video inputs,

then connect the player’s composite or S-video output to the DVD’s

corresponding video input.

c) Connect the player’s 6-channel analog audio outputs to the AVR’s

6-/8-Channel Inputs and assign the Component Video 1 inputs to

this source using the Input Setup menu, as described in the Initial

Setup section.

The multichannel analog audio connection is not required for DVD-Audio

players compliant with HDMI version 1.1 or better, or HD-DVD and

Blu-ray Disc players that decode the digital audio internally and output

linear PCM signals in digital format. Consult the owner’s guide for your

disc player for more information.

d) Program the player’s remote control codes into the DVD Input

Selector. Note that not all commands will necessarily be available.

Using the Tuner

When you wish to view a DVD, simply select the DVD source.

The AVR 247’s built-in tuner may be selected in one of three ways

(see Figure 69):

When you wish to listen to a DVD-Audio disc and view the menus

and other still images on the disc, first select DVD, and then the

6-/8-Channel Inputs as the source.

1. Press the Source Selector Button on the front panel repeatedly until

the tuner is selected. The last-used band (AM or FM) will be active.

Example 2: In this example, your multichannel disc player is equipped

with an HDMI output, but it does not comply with HDMI version 1.1.

Connect it as follows:

2. Press the Tuner Band Button (marked AM/FM). Press this button

again to switch bands. This will also enable you to select XM Radio,

which is described separately in the next section.

a) Connect the player’s HDMI output to the HDMI 1 source input, and

make sure to connect the AVR’s HDMI Output to your video display.

The player will transmit both digital audio (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS

audio found on a DVD-Video disc) and video via the HDMI connection.

It is not necessary to make a separate digital audio connection.

3. Press the Tuner Input Selector (marked AM/FM) on the remote. Press

this button again to switch bands (AM, FM or XM).

b) Connect the player’s 6-channel analog audio outputs to the AVR’s

6-/8-Channel Inputs, and connect one of the player’s analog video

outputs to a source input on the AVR (e.g., Component Video 3 or

Video 3).

Figure 69 – Tuner Input Selection

Radio stations may be selected in one of four ways (see Figure 70):

1. If you know the frequency number, enter it directly by first pressing

the Direct Button on the remote, and then using the Numeric Keys.

c) Program the player’s remote control codes into the Input Selector

corresponding to the source you used for the analog video connection,

e.g., Video 3.

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2. After you have programmed Preset stations (see below), either enter the

Preset number (1 through 30) using the remote or use the Preset Stations

Buttons (front panel or remote) to scroll through the list of presets.

NOTE: To listen to XM Radio using the AVR 247, you will need

to purchase an XM antenna module and subscription, and you

will need to activate your module. (Note that XM service is not

available in Alaska or Hawaii.) Visit the XM Radio Web site at

www.xmradio.com for more information.

3. In Auto tuning mode, with each press of the Tuning Buttons (front

panel or remote), the AVR 247 will scan in the chosen direction until

a station with acceptable signal strength is detected. Press the Tuning

Button again to stop scanning.

Plug the module into the XM Antenna Jack on the rear of the AVR 247.

Place the antenna module so that it has a clear view through a south-

facing window in order to obtain reception from the XM satellite.

4. In Manual tuning mode, with each press of the Tuning Buttons, the

AVR 247 will tune the next frequency increment (0.1MHz for FM, or

10kHz for AM) in the selected direction. Press and hold the Tuning

Button for faster scanning.

Select XM Radio as the source in one of the following three ways

(see Figure 73):

1. Press the Source Selector button on the front panel repeatedly until

XM Radio is selected. XM will only appear in the Message Display.

2. Press the Tuner Band Button (front-panel or remote) repeatedly until

XM Radio is selected.

3. Press the XM Radio Input Selector on the remote.

Figure 70 – Tuning a Station

Press the Tuning Mode Button (TUN-M on the remote) to switch

between Auto and Manual tuning modes. See Figure 71. When an

FM station has been tuned, pressing the Tuning Mode Button will switch

between stereo and mono tuning, which may improve reception of

weaker stations.

Figure 73 – XM Radio Source Selection

You should be able to tune in Channel 1, the Preview Channel, to

confirm that your equipment is ready for activation. There are three

ways to tune an XM Radio channel (see Figure 70):

1. Enter the channel number directly using the Numeric Keys on the

remote. It is not necessary to press the Direct Button first.

Figure 71 – Tuning Mode

To store a station in one of the 30 presets (see Figure 72):

1. Tune the desired station.

2. Press the Tuning Buttons on the front panel or remote to scan

through the channels. Auto tuning mode is not available.

3. The AVR 247 is capable of storing up to 40 XM Radio preset channels.

The presets are divided into five banks, denoted by the letters A

through E, with eight numeric presets per bank. After you have

programmed preset stations (see below), you may select one by

pressing the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH appears,

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2. Press the Memory Button on the remote.

3. Use the Numeric Keys to enter the desired preset number.

then using the

Buttons to change the bank (A through E).

Use the Preset Buttons to scan through the eight numeric positions

within a bank.

Figure 72 – Storing a Preset Station

When you are able to hear Channel 1, you are ready to activate your

module. If you don’t hear Channel 1, make sure the module’s plug is

firmly seated in the XM Antenna jack, and that the module is near a

south-facing window. Try unfolding the module and rotating it to obtain

reception. You may need to purchase an extension cable, available on

the XM Radio site, to ensure that the module is near the window.

XM Radio Operation

XM Radio is a satellite-delivered service that offers hundreds of program

channels, as well as local traffic and weather information for select cities.

The AVR 247 is “XM Ready,” which means that it is able to receive the

XM service when an optional XM antenna module is connected and the

service activated. As of this writing, the Audiovox^®CNP 1000 “Connect

and Play” module for home audio use and the XM Mini-Tuner and

Home Dock (Models CNP-2000 and CNP-2000H) are compatible with

the AVR 247. Additional modules may become available in the future.

Modules produced for automotive, or “mobile,” use are not compatible

with the AVR 247.

Tune to Channel 0 for a display of your antenna module’s Radio ID

number, required for activation.

The current channel number and preset location will appear in the upper

line of the Message Display, and the channel’s name will appear in the

lower line. Three signal-strength bars will appear to the right of the

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channel number and preset location. Press the Tuning Mode Button

repeatedly to display the category, current artist or song title.

audio/video system, operate the iPod using the AVR remote or the

AVR’s front-panel controls, view navigation messages on the AVR’s

front panel or a connected video display, and charge the iPod.

For traffic and weather channels, the current city’s name will appear

instead of the channel name, and pressing the Tuning Mode Button

repeatedly will display the local weather and temperature.

Either press the front-panel Source Selector repeatedly until the mes-

sage “DMP/The Bridge is CONNECTED” scrolls across the front panel

and semi-OSD displays, or press the DMP Button on the remote to

select The Bridge as the input source.

Press the Set Button to search all channels. Press it again to search by

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category, using the

Buttons to change the category. Press the

Set Button again to tune the lowest-numbered station available in that

category, or without using the arrow keys, press the Set Button to

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When an iPod is docked in The Bridge, the screen shown in Figure 74

will appear on a video display connected to the AVR. Navigate The

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change the preset bank, using the

Buttons to change the bank

Bridge’s screens by using the

Buttons to highlight a line and

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letter. Press the Set Button again to return to the all-channel search.

pressing the Set Button to select the line. The Button scrolls down,

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and the Button scrolls up. Press the Menu Button to return to the

To store a channel in one of the 40 preset locations:

previous level of The Bridge’s menu system. Remember to set the

remote in The Bridge device mode by pressing the Tape/The Bridge

button. If it lights in red, press it again quickly so that it lights in green,

indicating it is in The Bridge mode.

1. Press the Set Button repeatedly until PRESET SEARCH appears, then

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use the

Buttons until the desired bank of presets (A through E)

appears in the upper line of the Message Display.

2. Press the Memory Button, and a line will appear next to the preset

bank letter.

3. Use the Numeric Keys to enter the preset location (1 through 8) you

wish to store the channel in.

Recording

Two-channel analog and digital audio signals, as well as composite

and S-video signals, are normally available at the appropriate recording

outputs. Thus, to make a recording, you need only make sure to con-

nect your audio or video recorder to the appropriate output jacks, as

described in the Installation section, insert blank media and make sure

the recorder is turned on and recording while the source is playing.

Figure 74 – The Bridge: Main Menu Screen

MUSIC: This line allows you to navigate the audio materials stored on

your iPod.

PHOTOS/VIDEOS: Selecting this item allows you to play still images or

videos stored on the iPod. The screen shown in Figure 75 will appear,

directing you to operate the iPod’s own controls directly to play images

and videos. You may use the AVR 247 remote instead of the iPod’s

controls to navigate it, but the iPod’s menu will only be displayed on

its internal screen. Visual materials will be displayed on a video display

connected to the AVR.

NOTES:

1. Analog audio signals are not converted to digital form, and

digital audio signals are not converted to analog audio form.

However, you may record a coaxial or optical digital audio

source using either type of digital audio output.

2. Only PCM digital audio signals are available for recording.

Proprietary formats such as Dolby Digital and DTS may not

be recorded using the digital audio connections, although if

the source is connected to the AVR using the analog audio

connections, an analog recording may be made.

NOTE: After selecting video/photo viewing, the AVR may remain

in iPod Manual Mode, even after undocking the iPod or switch-

ing to another source input and back again. To return to normal

operation, with the AVR remote in The Bridge mode, press and

hold the Menu Button.

3. HDMI and component video sources are not available for

recording.

4. Please make certain that you are aware of any copyright

restrictions on any material you record. Unauthorized duplica-

tion of copyrighted materials is prohibited by federal law.

The

Using Bridge

The Bridge is an optional dock that may be used with a compatible

iPod (not included). When The Bridge is connected to its proprietary

input on the AVR 247 and the iPod is docked, you may enjoy the audio,

video and still-image materials on your iPod through your high-quality

Figure 75 – The Bridge: Playing Images and Videos

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NOTES:

SETTINGS: This line accesses the Settings menu, shown in Figure 76.

The items in this menu enable you to use the Shuffle and Repeat

functions on the iPod. You may also set the Resume function, which

resumes play of a selection from the point at which it was stopped,

• The Play and Pause functions are not available unless content

has been selected for playback by navigating the menu system.

• For the Search function, press and hold the indicated button.

Pressing the Previous Track Button once skips to the beginning

of the current track. Press the Previous Track Button twice to

skip to the beginning of the previous track.

While a selection is playing, the song title, artist and album name, if available

on the iPod, will scroll across the upper line in the front panel Message

Display. The lower line will display the elapsed time of the track on the left,

the play mode icon, and the time remaining on the right.

In addition, if a video display is connected to the AVR 247, a screen will

appear briefly to display information about the iPod’s status and the track.

The top line will display the play mode icon, with the phrase “Now Playing”

appearing to the right to indicate that you are viewing the status of the

current track. Below that the AVR displays the total number of tracks in the

current play list on the right (one of the play lists includes all materials on

the iPod) with the number of the current track on the left. The song title,

artist and album are displayed. At the bottom of the screen is a graphic bar

indicating the current play position within the track, with the elapsed and

remaining times appearing below the bar.

Figure 76 – The Bridge: Settings Menu Screen

NOTE: iTunes allows you to set certain selections to always or

never remember playback position, or to be skipped in Shuffle

mode. The AVR 247’s settings cannot override these iTunes settings.

Figure 77 – Using The Bridge (Remote)

After a period of time the screen may disappear from view. The length of

time is set using the Full-OSD Time Out setting in the System Settings

menu (described in the Advanced Functions section). You may restore the

‹ ›

Now Playing screen to view by pressing either of the

you may then navigate the menus as explained above.

Buttons, and

NOTE: It is strongly recommended that you use a screen saver

built into your video display to avoid possible damage from “burn-in”

that may occur with plasma and many CRT displays when a still

image, such as a menu screen, remains on display for an extended

period of time.

NOTES ON VIDEO PLAYBACK:

• Before attempting to play videos stored on your iPod, check the

Video Settings menu on the iPod and make sure that the TV Out

setting is set to On. The TV Signal setting should be NTSC to

match the capabilities of your video display. Set Widescreen to On

or Off, depending on the aspect ratio of your video display. If your

selection was playing and paused at the time you changed the TV

Out setting, the iPod may require you to navigate its menu system

and reselect the video for the new TV Out setting to take effect.

Resuming play from the Now Playing function may not reflect the

change to the TV Out setting. This is a function of the iPod, not

the AVR 247.

Figure 78 – Using The Bridge (Front Panel)

Table 7 summarizes the controls available when The Bridge is in use.

See also Figures 77 and 78.

Table 7 – Using The Bridge

iPod Function

Play

Remote Control Key Front-Panel Button

Play (›)

Tuner Mode

Tuner Band (AM/FM)

Set

Pause

Pause (II)

Menu (Spkr)

Set

• In Video mode, the iPod’s menus will not be visible on your video

display, although you may view them on the iPod’s screen. You

may operate the iPod using the AVR remote, as long as it is in

The Bridge device mode.

Select

Scroll Forward

Scroll Reverse

Forward Search/Next Track

Left Arrow (‹)

Right Arrow (›)

Forward/Next (››)

Preset Down

Preset Up

Tuning Up

• You may view the AVR’s on-screen displays while The Bridge is

in use, just as you would with any other video source.

Reverse Search/Previous Track Reverse/Previous (‹‹) Tuning Down

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• The MP4 and H.264 video formats often used for videos to

be played on the iPod are intended for optimal performance on

the iPod’s small screen. Playback on larger displays may have

different results.

To select a surround mode using the full-OSD menu system, press the

⁄ ¤

OSD Button to display the menu system. Use the

Buttons to

highlight the Surround tab, and press the Set Button to access the

Surround Setup menu, as shown in Figure 81. With the Surround Mode

highlighted, press the Set Button to change the surround mode group.

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Selecting a Surround Mode

Use the

Buttons to scroll through the options, and press the

Set Button when the desired mode group appears. Navigate to the

Mode line and follow the same procedure to select an individual mode.

As explained in the Advanced Functions section, there are also some

additional settings that may be made.

Surround mode selection can be as simple or sophisticated as your

individual system and tastes. Feel free to experiment with the many

available surround modes on the AVR 247, and you may find a few that

become your favorites for certain sources or program types. Although

more detailed information on surround modes may be found in the

Advanced Functions section, it is easy to select any of the modes

available at a given time:

To select a surround mode using the front-panel controls, press the

Surround Mode Button repeatedly until the desired group of modes is

selected: Logic 7, Dolby, DTS, DSP or Stereo. Then press the Surround

Select Button repeatedly to select the desired mode within the group.

See Figure 79.

Figure 81 – Surround Setup Menu Screen

You are now ready to enjoy the best in home theater entertainment with

your AVR 247. As you become more familiar with the receiver, you may

wish to explore some of its advanced functions, which are described in

the following section.

Figure 79 – Select a Surround Mode (Front Panel)

To select a surround mode using the remote control, locate the button

dedicated to the desired group of modes: Logic 7, Dolby Sur, DTS Sur,

DTS Neo:6, Surr (DSP) or Stereo. Press that button repeatedly to select

the desired mode. See Figure 80.

Figure 80 – Select a Surround Mode (Remote)

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Much of the AVR 247’s performance is handled automatically, with little

Digital Audio Signals

intervention required on your part. However, the AVR 247 is a sophisti-

cated component, and is capable of being customized to suit your

particular system and your tastes. In this section we describe some of

the more advanced adjustments available on the AVR 247. You may

return to this section later, when you have become more familiar with

your receiver.

Digital audio signals offer the benefit of greater capacity, which allows

recording artists to encode center and surround channel information

directly into the signal. The result is improved sound quality and startling

directionality, since each of these channels is reproduced discretely.

Alternatively, the artist may encode only two channels, but the digital

signal allows for a higher sampling rate that delivers greater detail.

High-resolution recordings usually sound extraordinarily distortion-free

at all frequencies, but especially at high frequencies.

Audio Processing and Surround Sound

Audio signals output by sources are encoded in a variety of formats that

can affect not only the quality of the sound but the number of speaker

channels and the surround mode. You may also manually select a

different surround mode, although for certain types of audio signals,

the modes available will be limited in certain ways, as described below.

Multichannel digital recordings usually are found in the 5.1-, 6.1- or

7.1-channel formats. The channels included in a 5.1-channel recording

are front left, front right, center, surround left, surround right and LFE.

The LFE channel is denoted as “.1” to represent the fact that it is not

full-range, being limited to the low frequencies.

Analog Audio Signals

6.1-Channel recordings add a single surround back channel, and

7.1-channel recordings add surround back left and surround back

right channels to the 5.1-channel configuration. New formats, such as

Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital Plus, may be available in 7.1-channel

configurations in the future. The AVR 247 will not be able to play native

7.1-channel programs unless the source device outputs a 5.1- or

6.1-channel version.

Analog audio signals usually consist of two channels – left and right.

The AVR 247 offers three basic options for playback of analog audio:

1. Analog Bypass Mode: In this mode, the 2-channel signal is passed

directly to the volume control, without being digitized or undergoing

any processing for bass management or surround sound. The

requirements for selecting analog bypass mode are:

NOTE: In order to use the 6.1- and 7.1-channel surround

modes, e.g., Logic 7 7-channel Cinema, the AVR 247 must be

configured so that the Surround Back channels are enabled.

See the Manual Setup section on page 51 of the Advanced

Functions section for more information.

a) The analog audio inputs for the source must be selected. If neces-

⁄ ¤

sary, press the Digital Button on the remote and use the

Buttons to make the selection.

b) The tone controls must be disabled by setting TONE MODE to OUT.

Either use the Input Setup menu in the full-OSD system to make

this change, or press the Tone Mode Button on the front panel or

Digital formats include Dolby Digital 2.0 (two channels only), Dolby

Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital EX, DTS 5.1, DTS-ES (6.1 Matrix and

Discrete), DTS 96/24 and 2-channel PCM modes in 32kHz, 44.1kHz,

48kHz or 96kHz.

‹ ›

⁄ ¤

remote and use the

Buttons (

on the remote) until

the TONE OUT message appears.

c) The Surround Off mode must be selected. The easiest way to

select the Surround Off mode is to press the Stereo Button on the

remote until the Surround Off icon is lit (and the DSP icon is not lit)

in the front-panel display.

When a digital signal is received, the AVR 247 detects the encoding

method and the number of channels. The appropriate icon will light in

the front panel for Dolby Digital and DTS signals. The number of channels

encoded will scroll once across the front-panel display as three numbers,

separated by slashes (e.g., “3/2/.1”).

2. DSP Surround Off Mode: The DSP Surround Off mode digitizes the

incoming signal and applies the bass management settings, including

speaker configuration, delay times and output levels. This mode is

desirable when your front speakers are small, limited-range satellites

and you are using a subwoofer. Both the DSP and Surround Off icons

will be lit when this mode is active. Press the Stereo Button on the

remote repeatedly to select this mode.

The first number indicates the number of front channels in the signal:

“1” represents a monophonic recording, usually an older program that

has been digitally remastered or, more rarely, a modern program

for which the director has chosen a special effect.

“2” indicates the presence of the left and right channels, but no

center channel.

3. Analog Surround Modes: One of the main benefits of a surround

receiver such as the AVR 247 is its ability to process 2-channel

audio signals to produce multichannel surround sound in a variety

of modes, even when no surround sound has been encoded in the

recording. Among the available modes are the Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx

modes, the Dolby Virtual Speaker modes, the DTS Neo:6 modes, the

Logic 7 modes, the Hall and Theater modes and the Stereo modes.

“3” indicates that all three front channels (left, right and center) are

present.

The second number indicates whether any surround channels are present:

“0” indicates that no surround information is present.

“1” indicates that a matrixed surround signal is present.

“2” indicates discrete left and right surround channels.

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“3” is used with DTS-ES bitstreams to represent the presence of the

discrete surround back channel in addition to the side surround left and

right channels.

a brief description of each mode the AVR 247 is capable of using, and

also indicates the types of incoming signals or digital bitstreams the

mode may be used with. Additional information about the Dolby and

DTS modes is available on the companies’ Web sites: www.dolby.com

and www.dtsonline.com.

The third number is used for the LFE channel:

“0” indicates no LFE channel.

When in doubt, check the jacket of your DVD for more information on

which surround modes are available on the disc. Usually nonessential

sections of the disc, such as trailers, extra materials or the disc menu,

are only available in Dolby Digital 2.0 (2-channel) or PCM 2-channel

mode. If the main title is playing and the letters in the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators are not lit for all speaker locations, look for an audio

setup section in the disc’s menu. Also, make sure your DVD player’s

audio output is set to the original bitstream rather than just PCM. Check

the DVD player’s output setting by stopping play of the disc and checking

the DVD player’s menu system.

“.1” indicates that an LFE channel is present.

The 6.1-channel signals – Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES Matrix and

Discrete – each include a flag meant to signal the receiver to decode

the surround back channel.

For Dolby Digital EX materials, the incoming bitstream will be displayed

as 3/2/.1 EX-ON. For older discs, the display may show EX-OFF, but

you will still be able to select the Dolby Digital EX mode manually by

pressing the Dolby button on the remote repeatedly, or using the front-

panel controls.

As indicated in Table 8, different surround modes may only be available

with certain input signals or bitstream formats. For any incoming signal,

only a limited number of surround modes are available. Although there is

never a time when all of the AVR 247’s surround modes are available,

there is usually a wide variety of modes available for a given input.

For DTS-ES materials, the incoming bitstream will be displayed as

3/3/.1 ES-ON.

Please refer to Table 8 for more information on which surround modes

are available with different bitstreams.

There are three methods of manually selecting one of the available

surround modes:

When a PCM signal is received, the PCM message, followed by the

sampling rate of the signal (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz), will

scroll once across the front-panel display.

1. From the front panel, press the Surround Mode Button until the

desired mode group (Dolby, DTS, DSP, Stereo, Logic 7) is selected,

and the last-used mode from that group will be activated. Then press

the Surround Select Button repeatedly to scroll through the modes

available within that group.

In addition, the Speaker/Channel Input Indicators will indicate the

number of channels discretely encoded in the signal by displaying a

letter inside that channel’s speaker box. A line will connect the SBL and

SBR boxes when a 6.1-channel signal is detected, indicating that the

same signal is playing through both speakers. The letters flash when

no signal is present, such as when a DVD is paused. See Figure 82.

2. Using the remote, press the button for the desired mode group:

Dolby Sur for Dolby modes

DTS Sur for DTS Digital modes

LFE

DTS Neo:6 for the DTS Neo:6 modes

Logic 7 for the Logic 7 modes

Stereo for the Stereo or Surround Off modes

Surr for the DSP Surround modes (Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater)

SBL

SBR

Figure 82 – Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

Even when only two channels – left and right – are present in the signal,

the analog surround modes may be used to decode the signal into the

remaining channels.

Press the mode button repeatedly to scroll through the modes

available within that group.

NOTE: Dolby Digital 2.0 signals may also include a Dolby

Surround flag indicating DS-ON or DS-OFF, depending on

whether the 2-channel bitstream contains only stereo informa-

tion, or a downmix of a multichannel program that can be

decoded by the Dolby Pro Logic decoder in the AVR. By default,

these signals are played in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode, but

you may select another Dolby surround mode manually.

3. The full-OSD menu system allows access to submenus for each of

the mode groups through the Surround Setup menu. See Figure 81.

Surround Modes

As mentioned in the Introduction to Home Theater section, surround

mode selection is dependent upon the format of the incoming audio

signal, as well as personal taste. There is no harm in experimenting with

all of the modes available with any given source material. Table 8 offers

Figure 81 (repeated) – Surround Setup Menu Screen

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Press the Set Button to access the Surround Setup menu, as shown in

OFF: At this setting, there is no compression, as the Night mode is

Figure 81. With the Surround Mode highlighted, press the Set Button

deactivated.

‹ ›

to change the surround mode group. Use the

Buttons to scroll

MID: A mild compression is applied.

MAX: More compression is applied.

through the options, and press the Set Button when the desired mode

group appears. Navigate to the Mode line and follow the same procedure

to select an individual mode. The Upsampling setting is only available for

the Dolby modes. You may wait for the full-OSD screen to time-out and

We suggest that you experiment with the modes to find a setting that

meets your needs.

‹

disappear from view, or press the Button to return to the menu tabs

and select another menu.

The Night mode is not adjusted using the full-OSD menu system. With

a Dolby Digital program encoded with Night mode playing, press the

Night Button on the remote. Each press of the button will cycle through

the three settings, with the selected setting being displayed on the front

panel and in the semi-OSD display.

Dolby Surround Settings

Some additional settings are available for Dolby modes. Three settings

are active only when the Dolby Pro Logic II or IIx Music modes have

been selected. See Figure 83.

Default Modes

During initial use or after a processor reset, the AVR 247 will default

to the Logic 7 7CH Music mode for all analog and PCM audio inputs.

Subsequently, when a source input is selected and an analog or PCM

signal is received, the AVR will switch to the last surround mode used

for that source input/incoming signal combination.

Whenever a multichannel Dolby Digital or DTS signal is detected, the

AVR 247 will automatically switch to that mode, unless the DEFAULT

SURROUND setting in the System Setup menu has been changed to OFF.

You may observe that other surround modes are available for use with the

multichannel digital bitstreams. If you would prefer the AVR 247 to use

one of those alternate modes any time the same digital signal is detected,

then select that mode while the multichannel bitstream is present, and

then change the DEFAULT SURROUND setting in the System Setup

menu to OFF.

Figure 83 – Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Mode Settings

CENTER WIDTH: This setting affects how vocals sound through the

three front speakers. A higher number (up to 7) focuses the vocal infor-

mation tightly on the center channel. Lower numbers broaden the vocal

soundstage across the three speakers.

DIMENSION: This setting affects the depth of the surround presenta-

tion, allowing you to “move” the sound toward the front or rear of the

room. The setting of “0” is a neutral default. Setting “F-3” moves the

sound mostly toward the front of the room, while setting “R-3” moves

the sound mostly toward the rear.

Table 8 provides descriptions of all surround modes available on the

AVR 247, along with the incoming bitstreams or signals that the particular

mode may be used with. Feel free to experiment and simply cycle

through all of the available modes at any time; you cannot cause any

problems for the AVR 247 by doing so.

PANORAMA: With the Panorama mode turned ON, some of the sound

from the front speakers is moved to the surround speakers, creating an

enveloping “wraparound” type of effect.

NOTE: In order to access 6.1- and 7.1-channel modes, such

as Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, Logic 7 (7.1 modes), DTS Neo:6

(6.1 modes), the 6-channel implementations of Hall 1, Hall 2

and Theater and 7-channel Stereo, you must enable the

surround back channels as explained in the Manual Setup

section. You should not enable these channels if you don’t

have surround back speakers in your system.

UPSAMPLING: The last line of the Surround Select menu activates

upsampling, only available with the Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx Movie, Dolby

Pro Logic II/IIx Music and Dolby Pro Logic modes. Normally set to OFF,

upsampling, when activated, processes digital sources at a higher reso-

lution for improved sound quality. This feature can be useful to eliminate

distortion in some low-resolution sources.

Night Mode

Night mode is available with some Dolby Digital programs, if it has been

encoded in the material. It compresses the peak sound levels, maintain-

ing the intelligibility of the dialogue and quieter passages, while reducing

the loudness of special effects and louder passages to avoid disturbing

others. Three levels of compression are available:

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Table 8 – Surround Modes

Surround Mode

Description

Incoming Bitstream or Signal

Dolby Digital

Provides up to five separate main audio channels and a dedicated

low-frequency effects (LFE) channel. May be encoded for Night mode,

which allows the user to apply a compression setting that maintains

intelligibility of softer passages while reducing the loudness of dynamic

passages to avoid disturbing others.

• Dolby Digital 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1,

3/0/.0 or .1, 2/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1,

3/2/.0 or .1

• Dolby Digital EX (played as 5.1)

Dolby Digital EX

An expansion of Dolby Digital 5.1 that adds a surround back channel

which may be played through one or two surround back speakers. May

be manually selected when a non-EX Dolby Digital stream is detected.

• Dolby Digital EX

• Dolby Digital 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

Dolby Digital Stereo

Delivers a 2-channel downmix of Dolby Digital materials.

• Dolby Digital 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1,

3/0/.0 or .1, 2/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1,

3/2/.0 or .1

• Dolby Digital EX

Dolby Pro Logic II

Mode Group

Analog decoder that derives five full-range, discrete main audio channels

from matrix surround-encoded or 2-channel analog sources. Four

variants are available.

See below.

Dolby Pro Logic II

Movie

Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that is optimized for movie and

television programs.

• Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Dolby Pro Logic II

Music

Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that is optimized for music selections.

Allows adjustment of sound field presentation in three dimensions:

• Center Width (adjusts width of vocal soundstage)

• Dimension (adjusts depth of soundstage)

• Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

• Panorama (adjusts wraparound surround effect)

Dolby Pro Logic II

Game

Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that emphasizes use of the surround

channels and subwoofer for total immersion in the video gaming

experience.

• Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Dolby Pro Logic

Original version of Dolby Pro Logic that steered a mono signal

containing information below 7kHz to the surround channels.

• Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Mode Group

An expansion of Dolby Pro Logic II that adds a surround back channel

which may be played through one or two surround back speakers. The

Dolby Pro Logic IIx modes may be selected not only with Dolby Digital bit-

streams, but thanks to the AVR 247’s post-processor, they may also be used

with some DTS bitstreams to add a surround back channel to 5.1 modes.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Movie

This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, with an added surround

back channel. In addition, it may be selected even when some types of

DTS signals are present for a somewhat different presentation.

• Dolby Digital 2/0/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1,

3/2/.0 or .1, EX

• DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

• DTS 96/24

• DTS-ES Matrix

• DTS-ES Discrete

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

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Surround Mode

Description

Incoming Bitstream or Signal

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Music

This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Music, including the availability

of center width, dimension and panorama adjustments. Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Music adds a surround back channel. In addition, it may be selected

even when some types of DTS signals are present.

• Dolby Digital 2/0/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1,

3/2/.0 or .1, EX

• DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

• DTS 96/24

• DTS-ES Matrix

• DTS-ES Discrete

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Game

This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Game, with the added benefit

of a surround back channel.

• Dolby Digital 2/0/.0 or .1

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Dolby Virtual Speaker Simulates 5.1 channels when fewer speakers are present, or a more

Mode Group enveloping sound field is desired.

See below.

Dolby Virtual Speaker When fewer than five main speakers are present, the Reference

• Dolby Digital (uses only two-speaker mode

when signal does not contain center channel

information)

Reference

mode virtualizes the missing speakers with accurate localization.

Select from two- or three-speaker mode, depending on how many

physical speakers are in your system.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Dolby Virtual Speaker Wide mode may be used with two, three, four or five main speakers to

• Dolby Digital (number of channels available

varies by number of channels in signal)

• Analog (2-channel)

Wide

widen the front soundstage by virtualizing the locations of the left and

right speakers.

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

DTS Digital

DTS-ES Matrix

Using a different encoding/decoding method than Dolby Digital, it also

provides up to five discrete main channels, plus an LFE channel.

• DTS 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0 or .1,

3/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

• DTS-ES Matrix (played as 5.1)

• DTS-ES Discrete (played as 5.1)

DTS Extended Surround adds a single surround back channel to DTS 5.1 • DTS-ES Matrix

digital surround sound. The Matrix version includes the surround back

channel information “matrixed” into the left and right (side) surround

channels, for compatibility with 5.1-channel systems.

DTS-ES Discrete

DTS Stereo

DTS-ES Discrete is another Extended Surround mode that adds a surround • DTS-ES Discrete

back channel, but this information is encoded discretely on the disc, and

is not derived from information contained in the surround channels.

Delivers a 2-channel downmix of DTS Digital materials, or presents

a matrix-encoded surround presentation.

• DTS 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0 or .1,

3/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

• DTS 96/24

• DTS-ES Matrix

• DTS-ES Discrete

DTS Neo:6

Mode Group

DTS Neo:6 analog processing is available with DTS and DTS 96/24

signals and 2-channel analog or PCM signals to create a 3-, 5- or 6-channel

presentation.

See below.

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Surround Mode

Description

Incoming Bitstream or Signal

DTS Neo:6

Cinema

Depending on the number of speakers in your system, select 3-, 5- or

6-channel modes, enhanced for movie or video presentations.

• DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

• DTS 96/24

• Analog (2-channel)

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

DTS Neo:6

Music

Available only in 5- and 6-channel modes, creates a surround presentation

suitable for music recordings.

• DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1

• DTS 96/24

• Analog (2-channel)

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Logic 7

Mode Group

Exclusive to Harman Kardon, Logic 7 enhances 2-channel and matrix-encoded

recordings by deriving separate information for the surround back channels.

This provides more accurate placement of sound, improves panning and expands

the sound field, even when used with 5.1-channel systems. Logic 7 uses 96kHz

processing, and is available in 5.1-or 7.1-channel modes. Three variants are available.

See below.

Logic 7

Cinema

Especially suited to 2-channel sources containing Dolby Surround or matrix

encoding, Logic 7 Cinema mode increases center channel intelligibility.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Logic 7

Music

The AVR 247 is programmed at the factory to default to this mode for

2-channel signals. Logic 7 Music mode is well suited to conventional

2-channel music recordings.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Logic 7

Enhance

Logic 7 Enhance circulates low frequencies in the 40Hz – 120Hz range to

the main speakers for less localized bass performance than would be achieved

solely with a subwoofer. Enhance mode is best used with music recordings.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Hall 1

Hall 1 is a DSP (digital signal processor) mode that simulates a small

concert hall. It is available in 5- or 6-channel versions.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Hall 2

Simulates a medium-sized concert hall. It is available in 5- or 6-channel

versions.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Theater

Simulates a live-performance theater. It is available in 5- or 6-channel

versions.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

5-Channel Stereo

7-Channel Stereo

DSP Surround Off

Useful for parties, the left- and right-channel information is played through

both the front and surround speakers on each side, while the center speaker

plays a summed mono mix.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Expands the 5-Channel Stereo presentation to include the surround back

channels.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)

Turns off all surround processing and plays a pure 2-channel signal.

The signal is digitized and bass management settings are applied, making it

appropriate when a subwoofer is used.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

• PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)

Surround Off

(Analog Bypass)

Maintains an analog input signal in that form, bypassing all digital processing

(i.e., surround and bass management). Requires TONE OUT setting.

• Analog (2-channel)

• Tuner

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exceeding its capabilities. If you send the highest notes to the special-

purpose subwoofer, you may not hear them at all.

Manual Setup

The AVR 247 is flexibly designed to be used with almost any loud-

speakers available. The flexibility arises from the AVR 247’s capability to

be configured to match the characteristics of your particular speakers,

and to compensate for the acoustic characteristics of your room.

With proper bass management, the AVR 247 divides the source signal

at a crossover point. All information above the crossover point is played

through the satellite speaker (front left/right, center, surround left/right, or

surround back left/right), and all information below the crossover point is

played through the subwoofer. This enables each loudspeaker in your

system to perform at its best, delivering an enjoyable sound experience.

EzSet/EQ automatically detects the capabilities of each speaker, and

optimizes the AVR 247’s performance in your system. However, if for

some reason you are unable to run EzSet/EQ, e.g., you have misplaced

the microphone, or if you wish to make further adjustments to the

settings made by EzSet/EQ, you may use the Manual Setup on-screen

menus as described in this section.

Step Two – Measure Speaker Distances

Ideally, all of your speakers were placed in a circle, each at the same

distance from the listening position. However, your room may not be

ideal, and you may have had to place some speakers a little further

away than others. This could affect the overall sound of the receiver,

as sounds that are supposed to arrive simultaneously from different

speakers blur due to different arrival times.

Before beginning manual setup you will need to have fully installed your

AVR, placed your loudspeakers in their correct locations within the room

(see Speaker Placement section), and connected them to the AVR. You

will need the specifications for each of your speakers, which may usually

be found in the owner’s guide for the speakers or on the manufacturer’s

Web site. If necessary, contact the manufacturer to obtain the frequency

range specification. Although the output-level setting portion of manual

setup may be performed “by ear,” we recommend that you purchase an

SPL (sound-pressure level) meter at a local electronics store.

The AVR 247 has a delay adjustment that enables the receiver to

compensate for real-world speaker placements.

Before you begin making adjustments, measure the distance from each

speaker to the listening position, and note it in the Table A3 worksheet

in the appendix. Even if all of your speakers are the same distance from

the listening position, you should enter your speaker distances into the

Delay Adjust menu, which is described in Step Three.

We suggest that you record your configuration settings in the appropri-

ate places in Tables A3 through A7 in the appendix in case you need to

reenter them after a system reset, or if the AVR’s Master Power Switch

is turned off or the unit is unplugged for more than four weeks.

Step Three – Manual Setup Menu

Step One – Determine Speaker Size

Now you are ready to program these adjustments into the receiver. It’s

best to sit in the usual listening position and make the room as quiet as

possible. Don’t worry if you make a mistake; you can always go back

and change these settings.

Without using EzSet/EQ, the AVR 247 can’t detect how many speakers

you’ve connected to it; nor can it determine their capabilities. For this

part of the system setup, you will need to consult the speaker’s technical

specifications.

With the receiver and video display turned on, press the OSD Button on

the remote to display the menu system. Use the

Button on the

The specification you’re looking for is the frequency response, which

is usually given as a range, e.g., 100Hz – 20kHz ( 3dB). This specifi-

cation tells you whether the speaker is able to play sounds that are very

high- or low-pitched, represented by the high and low frequencies.

We are concerned with the lowest frequency that each of your main

speakers is capable of playing, which is 100Hz in this example. Use

the Table A5 worksheet in the appendix to note this number as the

crossover for that speaker (not the same as the crossover frequency

listed in the speaker’s specifications).

remote to move the cursor to the Speaker tab, and press the Set Button

to display the Speaker Setup menu. See Figure 47.

Your subwoofer’s frequency response will include only the very lowest

frequencies, since the subwoofer is designed to play only bass materials.

A typical frequency response for a subwoofer is 25Hz – 150Hz. In this

case, the higher number should be noted in the worksheet.

Figure 47 (repeated) – Speaker Setup Menu Screen

Select the Manual Configuration option, and the Manual Speaker Setup

menu will appear. See Figure 84.

This information is required to program the receiver’s bass manage-

ment, which determines which speakers the receiver will use to play

back the low-frequency (bass) portion of the source program.

If you send the lowest notes to small satellite speakers, you won’t hear

these notes very well, and you may even damage the speaker by

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Usually you would not connect the surround back speakers without also

connecting the front and side surround speakers. However, the AVR 247

has the capability to reassign the surround back amplifier channels to

the multiroom system, enabling you to use these channels to power a

pair of speakers in another room independently of the speakers you use

in your main listening area. In that case you might connect speakers to

the surround back/multiroom terminals without using the side surround

speaker terminals at all.

LEFT/RIGHT: This line tells the AVR 247 the capabilities of your front

Figure 84 – Manual Speaker Setup Menu

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left and right speakers. Press the Set Button and use the

Buttons

There are four submenus in the Manual Speaker Setup Menu: Speaker

Size, Speaker Crossover, Delay Adjust and Channel Adjust. As each sub-

menu’s name is highlighted, its settings will be displayed. To navigate the

Manual Speaker Setup menus, press the Set Button when the desired

submenu is highlighted, and the first line of the submenu will be high-

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to select either SMALL or LARGE for these speakers.

CENTER: Move the cursor to the line for the center speaker, press the

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Set Button and use the

Buttons to select a setting for this speaker.

NOTE: If the receiver is currently in one of the Logic 7 surround

modes, which will be the case the first time you turn on the

receiver, you won’t be able to set the center speaker to LARGE,

due to the requirements of the Logic 7 processor. You may use

the SMALL setting instead. As you listen to the receiver, if you

find the SMALL setting is not satisfactory, change the surround

mode to one of the Dolby Pro Logic II modes (using the

Surround Select menu, accessible from the Master Menu),

and return to this menu to change the center speaker to

the LARGE setting.

lighted. Press the Set Button to change a setting, and use the

Buttons to scroll through the options, pressing the Set Button again to

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select an option. Use the

Buttons to select another setting in

the submenu. When you are finished making all of your adjustments

‹

in a particular submenu, press the Button to return to the list of

⁄ ¤

submenus, and use the

Buttons to select another submenu.

If you have run EzSet/EQ, the values obtained during that process will

appear in these menus. You may use them as a starting point for your

adjustments, which is recommended, or you may reset the values in the

Delay Adjust and Channel Adjust submenus.

SURROUND: Move the cursor to the line for the side surround

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speakers, press the Set Button and use the

Buttons to select the

Each submenu’s settings are dependent upon the previous submenu,

and therefore we recommend you visit the menus in the order shown.

SMALL, LARGE or NONE setting for these two speakers.

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SURR BACK: Press the Set Button and use the

Buttons to select

Speaker Size Menu

the SMALL, LARGE or NONE setting for the surround back speakers.

Move the cursor to the Size line and press the Set Button to display

the Speaker Size submenu. See Figure 84.

The AVR 247 is one of the few receivers in its class to include multiroom

capability. With assignable surround back amplifier channels, setting up

a multiroom system is more convenient than ever, no longer requiring

an external amplifier to power the remote speakers. This line indicates

whether the surround back channels are in use with the multiroom system

by indicating MAIN when the multiroom system is not in use and MULTI

when it is. It is not possible to change the status of the surround back

channels from this menu; the MAIN/MULTI indication is for information

only. The status may only be changed by activating or deactivating the

multiroom system using the MULTI ROOM SETUP menu as described

in the Multiroom Operation section.

The Speaker Size menu lists each of the speaker groups. You will be

programming the correct setting for each group, indicating how many

speakers are in your system and what their capabilities are, based on

the information you obtained in Step One – Determine Speaker Size.

Each of the main speaker groups can be set to one of three settings:

LARGE, SMALL or NONE. These settings don’t refer to the physical size

of the speaker, but rather to its frequency range. These may or may not

turn out to be the same.

If the lower number of the frequency response for your speakers is less

than 100Hz, choose the LARGE setting. If this number is 100Hz or

greater, choose the SMALL setting. If you don’t have a speaker installed

in that position, choose NONE. You may record the speaker size setting

in Table A5 in the appendix.

SUBWOOFER: Move the cursor to the line for the subwoofer, which is

programmed a little differently. The subwoofer’s “size” setting depends

upon how you programmed the front left and right speakers.

• If you set the front speakers to SMALL, the subwoofer setting will be

SUB (LFE), and you won’t be able to change it. All low-frequency

information will always be sent to the subwoofer. If you don’t have

a subwoofer, you may wish to set your front speakers to LARGE

so as not to lose this information, but you may need to lower the

volume to avoid adverse results. We recommend that you either

upgrade to full-range speakers or add a subwoofer to your system

at the earliest opportunity.

As you can see, the system requires you to use both speakers in a pair.

For example, you can’t connect just a front left speaker without a right

speaker, or just a right surround (rear) speaker without a left one.

However, you can connect only the front speakers, or both front and

surround speakers without a center, or the front left/right and center

speakers without any surrounds.

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• If you set the front speakers to LARGE, you may select from three

possible settings for the subwoofer.

SUB L/R+LFE: This setting sends all low-frequency information

to the subwoofer, including both information that would normally

be played through the front left and right speakers and the special

low-frequency effects (LFE) channel information.

SUB (LFE): This setting plays low-frequency information contained

in the left and right program channels to the front speakers, and

directs only the LFE channel information to the subwoofer.

Figure 85 – Speaker Crossover Menu Screen

Setting the Speaker Crossover menu correctly ensures that your speakers

are properly used so that they sound their best. Although you could skip

this step the first time you use the receiver, we recommend that you

take the few extra minutes to enter the correct crossover settings.

NONE: This setting steers all low-frequency information to the

front speakers, and no information to the subwoofer output. Use

this setting if you have a passive subwoofer, or a powered sub-

woofer that you connected to the front speaker outputs.

You may select from seven possible settings: 40Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz,

100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz or 200Hz. Depending upon the frequency

response of your speakers, which you recorded in Step One –

Determine Speaker Size, for each speaker group select the number

that matches or is just above the low end of your speaker’s frequency

response. You may record the speaker crossover settings in Table A5

in the appendix.

NOTE: If you are using a Harman Kardon HKTS speaker

system, select the SMALL setting for the LEFT/RIGHT, CENTER,

SURROUND and SURR BACK lines, and the subwoofer will

automatically be set to SUB (LFE).

Move the cursor to the left to select the next submenu.

The speaker sizes may also be configured without using the on-screen

menu system. Press the Speaker Setup Button on the remote, and

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The Subwoofer line sets the frequency for a low-pass filter that deter-

mines what information is sent to the subwoofer for playback. Since the

subwoofer output combines low-frequency information for all channels,

in order to make sure that no information is lost due to different speakers

having different capabilities, the subwoofer filter should be matched to

the highest crossover frequency used for any speaker group.

use the

Buttons to select the desired speaker group (Front

Speakers, Center Speaker, Surround Speakers, Surround Back Speakers,

Subwoofer). Press the Set Button to display the current setting for the

⁄ ¤

speaker group, and use the

Buttons again to change the setting.

Press the Set Button to return to the previous display, or wait a few

seconds for the AVR to return to normal operation on its own.

Examine each of your speaker-group settings in this menu, and deter-

mine which group is set to the highest frequency. Move the cursor to

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NOTE: The Speaker/Channel Indicators on the front panel of

the receiver (see Figure 82) will display the speaker size settings

as follows. For each speaker configured as SMALL, a single box

will appear in the position for that speaker. For each speaker

configured as LARGE, a double box will appear in its position.

If a speaker is configured as NONE, no box will appear. The

subwoofer will be indicated by a single box, or no box if no

subwoofer has been configured. The letters inside the boxes

appear when a digital signal is being received that has that

channel discretely encoded. The letters flash when the signal is

not present, such as when a DVD is paused. A line will connect

the SBL and SBR boxes when a 6.1-channel signal is detected,

indicating that the same signal is playing through both speakers.

the Subwoofer line, press the Set Button and use the

Buttons to

select that speaker group. If all speaker groups have the same setting,

you may leave the LFE filter at its factory default of the LEFT/RIGHT

speaker group.

Move the cursor to the left to select the next submenu.

It is not possible to adjust the speaker crossover settings without using

the on-screen menu system.

Delay Adjust Menu

As explained above in Step Two – Measure Speaker Distances, some-

times the speakers are placed at different distances from the listening

position, which can muddy the sound, as sounds are heard earlier or

later than desired.

LFE

Figure 82 (repeated) – Speaker/Channel Input Indicators

SBL

SBR

Even if all of your speakers are placed the same distance from the

listening position, you should not skip this menu.

Speaker Crossover Menu

On the Manual Speaker Setup menu, move the cursor to the Delay

Adjust line and press the Set Button to display the Delay Adjust menu.

See Figure 86.

On the Manual Speaker Setup menu, move the cursor to the Cross-

Over line and press the Set Button to display the Speaker Crossover

menu. See Figure 85.

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displayed, and use the

Buttons again to change the setting.

Press the Set Button to return to the previous display, or wait a few

seconds for the AVR to return to normal operation on its own.

Step Four – Setting Channel Output Levels

Manually

For a conventional 2-channel receiver, the balance control enables the

user to control the stereo imaging by adjusting the relative loudness of

the left and right channels, as heard at the listening position.

Figure 86 – Delay Adjust Menu Screen

This menu requires you to enter the distance from each speaker to the

listening position, which you measured in Step Two – Measure Speaker

Distances and noted in Table A3 in the appendix.

With up to seven main channels plus a subwoofer, imaging becomes

both more critical and more complex. Unlike the rotary balance control,

the goal of the AVR 247’s channel output adjustment process is to

examine the output level of each channel independently and ensure

that each is heard at the listening position with equal loudness.

The default unit of measurement is feet. If you wish to change the unit

to meters, move the cursor down to the UNIT line, press the Set Button

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and use the

Buttons to change the unit to METER.

If you followed the instructions in the Initial Setup section, then you

let EzSet/EQ handle this critical task for you, simply and automatically.

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Use the

Buttons to move the cursor to the Front Left line, press

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the Set Button then use the

as needed. Use the

Buttons to change the measurement

However, if you prefer to make these adjustments manually, the

AVR 247’s Channel Adjust menu allows you to do so, either using the

system’s test tone or while playing source material. In addition, this is

the only method for adjusting the level of the subwoofer.

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Buttons to move to each speaker in turn –

Center, Front Right, Surround Right, Surround Back Right, Surround

Back Left, Surround Left and Subwoofer.

NOTE: When the multiroom system is in use, the surround back

channels are automatically assigned to the multiroom system, as

mentioned earlier. In that situation you will not be able to adjust the

delay settings for these channels; the cursor will skip past them.

You may use a handheld SPL meter (available at most electronics

stores) set to the C-Weighting, Slow scale.

1. Make sure all speakers have been connected correctly.

2. Adjust the size, crossover and delay for each speaker in your system

as described in Step Three.

A/V SYNC DELAY: This line allows you to compensate for a situation

in which one of your source devices, or your video display, introduces

a significant amount of video processing that causes the audio and

video parts of the signal to lose synchronization. This is known as a

“lip sync” problem. You may delay the audio for all channels by up to

80 milliseconds to compensate.

3. If you are using a handheld SPL meter with source material, such

as a test disc or another audio selection, play it now and adjust the

AVR’s master volume control until the meter measures 75dB.

4. There are several methods of adjusting the channel output levels,

using either the test tone or source materials. In all cases, you may

measure the channel levels in one of two ways:

NOTE: We recommend that you adjust the A/V Sync Delay

using the Delay Button on the remote, rather than in this menu,

so that you can view the picture while adjusting the audio delay.

With the program playing, press the Delay Button, and the A/V

SYNC DELAY message will appear on the front panel and in the

semi-OSD display. Press the Set Button to display the current

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a) By ear. Try to adjust the levels so that all channels sound equally loud.

b) Using a handheld SPL meter set to the C-Weighting, Slow scale. Try to

adjust each channel so that the meter reads 75dB.

delay setting, and use the

Buttons to adjust the setting

until the picture and sound are back in sync.

The best method of setting the output levels is by running EzSet/EQ, as

described in the Initial Setup section. If any finer adjustments are desired,

we recommend using the full-OSD system to make the adjustments while

playing the AVR’s built-in test tone and measuring the output using an

SPL meter. Less effective would be to measure the output by ear. The

adjustments may also be made using the remote’s Test Tone command

or Channel command. Although the Channel command is also accessible

using the front-panel controls, we don’t recommend doing so, as the

measurements cannot be made from the listening position.

RESET: This line is used if you wish to reset all of the speaker delay

settings to the factory default of 10 feet (3.0 meters) at once. Simply

highlight it and press the Set Button.

Move the cursor to the left to select the next submenu.

You may adjust the delay settings without using the on-screen menu

system. Select a surround mode that uses all of the speakers in your

system. Press the Delay Button on the remote to display the A/V SYNC

DELAY message. If you wish to adjust A/V Sync Delay as described in

the above note, press the Set Button to select it. Otherwise, use the

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A. Using the Remote Control With the Test Tone

While sitting in the listening position, press the Test Button on the

remote. The test tone will start playing at the front left channel. After

Buttons to scroll through the list of all loudspeakers in your

system. Press the Set Button when the speaker you wish to adjust is

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a few seconds, it will move to the center channel, then the front right

If you are using an external source to set your output levels, simply

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channel, surround right, surround back right, surround back left,

surround left and finally the subwoofer, displaying the channel name

on the front of the receiver and in the semi-OSD display, as well as the

current level setting (varies between –10dB and +10dB). Press the

⁄ ¤

navigate to each channel, press the Set Button and use the

Buttons to adjust the level as desired.

If you would like to set your levels using the AVR 247’s internal test

tone, adjust the TEST TONE SEQ and TEST TONE lines as follows.

Buttons to adjust the level setting, and the tone will remain at that

channel until several seconds after your last adjustment. When you have

finished adjusting the levels, press the Test Button again to stop the tone.

Measure the levels by ear, or using an SPL meter, as described above.

TEST TONE SEQ: When this setting reads AUTO, the test tone will auto-

matically circulate to all channels, pausing for a few moments at each

channel and then moving to the next channel several seconds later, as

indicated by the highlight bar. You may adjust the level for any channel

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B. Using the Front-Panel or Remote-Control Channel

Command

when the test tone is paused there by using the

Buttons. You may

⁄ ¤

also use the

Buttons at any time to move the cursor to another

line, and the test tone will follow the cursor.

You may adjust the levels by pressing the Channel Button on the front

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panel, and the FRONT L LEVEL message will appear. Use the

When this setting reads MANUAL, the test tone will not move to the

Buttons on the front panel to select the desired speaker channel to

adjust, and press the Set Button when the desired channel is displayed.

The current level for that channel will appear, and you may adjust it

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⁄ ¤

next channel until you use the

Buttons to move it.

TEST TONE: This line determines whether the test tone is active. To

begin the process of setting the levels, press the Set Button and use

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using the

Buttons. Press the Set Button to return to the speaker

the

Buttons to change the setting to ON. Any time you manually

channel choices. This method is not recommended, as you will not be

able to measure the channel levels at the listening position. In addition,

this method requires a source to be playing.

move the cursor out of the channel listings area of the screen, this

setting will automatically change to OFF, stopping the test tone.

NOTE: Setting the channel levels while one surround mode is

active does not necessarily carry over to all other modes. We

recommend that after you have set the levels satisfactorily in

one mode, you note the results and change to other surround

modes. For those modes that don’t reflect your level settings,

you may either copy the settings you obtained (as a short cut),

or redo the procedure to determine the correct settings for

those surround modes.

You may also access the Channel command by pressing the Channel

⁄ ¤

Button on the remote. Use the

speaker channel and press the Set Button, then use the

Buttons to select the desired

⁄ ¤

Buttons

again to adjust the level. As with the front-panel controls, a source

should be playing for best results. However, the source may be mixed

to highlight certain channels at various times during the selection, which

could skew the results when a different program is played.

C. Using the Full-OSD Menu

Video Adjustments

Next to EzSet/EQ, the full-OSD menu system offers the easiest and

most flexible manner of setting output levels. Press the OSD Button to

display the menu system, and then navigate to the Speaker tab. Press

the Set Button to display the Speaker Setup menu. Select Manual

Configuration, press the Set Button, and then navigate to the Channel

Adjust line. Press the Set Button to display the Channel Adjust menu.

See Figure 87.

The AVR 247 includes sophisticated DCDi by Faroudja video processing

that delivers enhanced video quality, even for older analog video source

components, as well as upgraded on-screen displays. When upscaling

video materials from a lower resolution to a higher one (the AVR 247

upscales to a maximum of 720p), the processor is adding pixels to the

original image. Sometimes when converting interlaced video (displays all

odd rows then all even rows of the frame) to progressive-scan video

(displays all rows at once) and increasing the resolution, the interpolation

of new pixels can cause jagginess, or a staircase effect, at edge transitions,

such as between the stripes in an American flag. Faroudja engineers

developed the DCDi (Directional Correlational Deinterlacing) algorithm

to ensure that the additional pixels follow the edge, virtually eliminating

the jagginess and enhancing upscaled images.

The video processor is set at the factory to automatically provide the

best picture as it detects the capabilities of your video display and the

incoming source video signals. However, you may experiment with the

Video Setup menu adjustments to try to improve the picture further. The

Video Setup menu includes a reset feature in the event you wish to

return to the factory defaults and try again.

Figure 87 – Channel Adjust Menu Screen

All of the speaker channels will appear with their current level settings.

RESET: If you wish to start by resetting all of the levels to their factory

defaults of 0dB, navigate to this line and press the Set Button. The

levels will be reset.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 247 cannot convert 1080i or

1080p analog video signals to the HDMI format. This affects

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users of Microsoft Xbox 360 systems and some older set-top

boxes, and the picture cannot be improved by making adjust-

ments in the AVR 247’s Video Setup menu.

processing, which may lead to loss of sync with the audio or visual artifacts.

However, there is no harm in experimenting with this setting.

Brightness: This control adjusts the level at which black is delivered.

We recommend leaving it at its factory setting, although there is no

harm in experimenting if you are using a test signal.

If your digital cable television set-top box outputs 1080i or higher

video via component video outputs and is not equipped with an

HDMI output, contact your cable operator for a replacement.

Contrast: This control adjusts the difference between black and white

in the picture. We recommend leaving it at its factory setting, although

there is no harm in experimenting if you are using a test signal.

For Xbox 360 and satellite television customers, either change

the settings on your source device to ensure that it outputs only

720p video through its component video outputs, which the

AVR can convert to the HDMI format, or connect the AVR’s

Component Video Monitor Outputs to the video display.

Although you could connect the source device’s component

video outputs directly to your video display, you would then have

to select the correct video input on the display, depending on

which source input on the AVR was in use.

Color: This control adjusts the hue of the colors in the picture, and

may be set between 0 and 99. Select a setting in which people and

objects on screen look natural. There is no “recommended” setting,

and no harm in experimenting.

Reset: If you wish to return the video settings to their factory defaults,

select this line and press the Set Button.

To access the Video Setup menu, press the OSD Button to display the

menu system, and navigate to the Video tab. Press the Set Button to

access the Video Setup menu, shown in Figure 88.

Multiroom Operation

The AVR 247 offers the benefits of multiroom operation, a rarity in a

receiver this affordable. With the multiroom system in use, you may

enjoy an exciting 5.1-channel home theater presentation in the main

listening area, while others listen to the same materials or an entirely

different presentation in another room.

Although installation of a multiroom system is not complicated, it is often

accomplished by running wires inside walls. We urge you to check your

local building codes and comply with the requirements for in-wall wiring

systems to prevent the possibility of a dangerous situation. If you have

any questions about installing a multiroom system, we strongly recom-

mend that you contact a professional custom installer in your area.

Figure 88 – Video Setup Menu Screen

Output Format: This setting is used to specify the resolution of the

AVR’s video output as 480i, 480p or 720p.

Installing a Multiroom System

A typical multiroom system consists of only one remote room in the

remote zone. That is, you connect only one pair of loudspeakers to the

AVR 247, placing those speakers in the remote room the same way

you would place the front left and right speakers in the main listening

room. It is not recommended that you separate the left and right

multiroom speakers, unless you will only use the system with the tuner

as the source, and you have pressed the Tuning Mode Button to select

monaural operation for FM radio stations.

When the HDMI Output is active, 480i output is not available. If you select

the 480i setting and the video display is capable of 720p resolution, the

AVR will automatically select the higher resolution. If the display is not

capable of 720p resolution, the AVR will select the 480p setting.

If your source signal is 1080i or 1080p (must be digital, not analog; see

important note above), it will be passed through to the HDMI Output as

is, but you may not select that output format on this line, as upscaling to

these resolutions is not supported. If you are using the Component Video

Monitor Outputs, you will not be able to view 1080p materials, but 1080i

sources will be passed through. In any event, when the source signal is

1080i or 1080p, the semi-OSD messages will not appear, including the

volume bar. Full-OSD displays will appear, but at a lower resolution.

If you wish to use the AVR 247 with more than one remote room, you

will need to purchase a multichannel external amplifier that enables you

to connect several pairs of loudspeakers. However, the AVR 247 only

outputs one remote zone, meaning that only one signal is sent through

the multiroom system. All remote rooms will hear the same source,

even when a multichannel amplifier is used.

Viewing Preference: This setting allows you to select a factory-

predetermined picture setting that is optimized for various types of

program materials. The available options are CINEMA, SPORT, NATURE

and VIVID.

There are two ways of connecting the remote speakers to the AVR 247:

a) Connect the speakers to the left and right Surround Back/Multiroom

Speaker Outputs on the rear panel of the AVR 247. This is the

simplest type of multiroom system. However, it is not recommended

for long speaker-wire runs (e.g., more than 25 feet), as the audio

signal tends to degrade over long distances. If your application would

require a long speaker-wire run, consider option b) below.

Sharpness: You may adjust the Sharpness setting from 0 to 100 in incre-

ments of 4 units. We recommend leaving this setting as low as possible, as

contrary to what you might expect, a less sharp image can appear clearer

on screen. In addition, increasing the Sharpness requires additional video

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b) Purchase an external amplifier. Connect the Surround Back/Multiroom Default Volume: The volume is controlled separately for the remote zone.

Preamp Outputs to the amplifier’s inputs. You may place the amplifier

either in the main listening room or the remote room. Placing the

SB Amps: This line is for information only and cannot be changed.

When the multiroom system is turned off, this line will always display

amplifier in the main listening room would require the use of long

the MAIN setting. When the multiroom system is turned on, this line

speaker wires to reach the remote room, while placing the amplifier

will always display the MULTI setting, reflecting that the surround back

in the remote room calls for the opposite – long interconnect cables

channels are always assigned to the remote zone when the multiroom

and short speaker wires.

system is used.

When you use either the Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs or

The three multiroom settings may also be accessed by pressing the

the Surround Back/Multiroom Preamp Outputs for a multiroom system,

Multiroom Button on the remote (see Figure 90). The first press displays

the MULTI ON/OFF setting, which functions the same as the first line

you will not be able to use the surround back speakers with your main

system, which will be limited to 5.1 channels. However, when the multi-

room system is turned off, you may relocate your remote speakers

(if that’s practical) to the main listening room for 7.1-channel operation.

⁄ ¤

of the Multiroom Setup menu. You may use the

Buttons to

scroll to the MULTI INPUT and MULTI LEVEL settings, which perform

the same functions as the Source and Default Volume lines of the

Multiroom Setup menu. For each of the three settings, press the Set

⁄ ¤

You may install an optional remote infrared (IR) receiver in the remote

room and connect it to the Multiroom IR Input on the back of the

receiver. This lets you use an optional second-zone remote, a keypad

or another control device to turn the multiroom system on or off, select

a source input, and operate any source devices that are connected in

daisychain fashion to the AVR 247’s Remote IR Output. You may use

the main AVR 247 remote control in the remote zone, or you may

purchase a second-zone remote by contacting Harman Kardon

customer service through our Web site.

Button to adjust the setting, using the

desired option.

Buttons to select the

Figure 90 – Multiroom Button

System Settings

You may use the above connection methods simultaneously to increase

the total number of remote rooms in your system. Remember that

sending control commands from one room in the system will affect

the entire remote zone of the multiroom system.

The AVR 247 offers several system settings that allow you to make the

receiver easier to use rather than directly affecting performance. Most of

these settings may be accessed from the System Setup menu, which is

selected by pressing the OSD Button and navigating to the System tab.

Press the Set Button to display the System Setup menu. See Figure 91.

Operating the Multiroom System

The AVR 247’s multiroom system is accessed using the on-screen

Multiroom Setup menu. Press the OSD Button to display the menu

⁄ ¤

System, and use the

Buttons to navigate to the Multiroom

tab. Press the Set Button to display the Multiroom Setup menu.

See Figure 89.

Figure 91 – System Setup Menu Screen

VFD Fade Timeout: Some people find the brightness of the AVR’s

front-panel display distracting during movies or listening sessions. It’s

possible to dim the front-panel display completely using the Dim function

(see below). This sets the display to remain dark most of the time, lighting

up only when a button is pressed or a remote command is received, and

going dark again five seconds after the last command. The VFD Fade

Time Out feature also causes the display to light up only when a button

is pressed or a change in the incoming signal is detected, but the

display immediately begins to fade to dark.

Figure 89 – Multiroom Setup Menu Screen

Multiroom: This line is used to turn the multiroom system on or off.

When no one is listening in the remote room, leave this setting at the

default of OFF.

Source: This line indicates the source input selected for the remote

zone. You may select any source input for which a device has been

connected to the AVR 247, even when a different source is being

enjoyed in the main listening area. However, if the tuner has been

selected for simultaneous operation in both the main listening area and

the remote zone, listeners in both areas will hear the same radio station.

Select a time-out period of between 3 and 10 seconds, or select OFF

if you prefer to leave the displays on at all times or to use the Dim function.

Volume Default and Default Volume Set: These two settings are

used together to program a volume level the AVR will always switch to

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when turned on. This feature avoids discomfort for listeners in case the

last user turned the volume very high.

2. Press the Set Button on the front panel and hold it for about five

seconds. A message indicating the current brightness setting (see

‹ ›

above) will appear in the display. Use the front-panel

Buttons

Press the OSD Button to remove the display from the screen so that

you may adjust the volume to a desired level while a source is playing.

Make a note of the number that appears in the display, and return to

the System Setup menu. At the Default Volume Set line, select the

desired volume setting, and activate the feature by setting Volume

Default to ON.

to change the setting and press the Set Button to select it.

Advanced Remote Control Functions

The AVR 247 remote control not only operates the AVR 247, but it also

serves as a universal remote that may be programmed to operate many

other home theater components, as described in the Installation section.

Each time you select one of your other components, the AVR remote

switches to the control functions for that component. Since many but-

tons have unique functions for each component, refer to the Function

List in the Appendix for assistance in operating your other components.

The function of each button will not necessarily correspond to the label

printed on the button.

NOTE: Although volume is normally displayed in 0.5dB increments,

the default volume setting only allows whole numbers.

Semi OSD Timeout: At this line, you may program the amount of time

(2 to 5 seconds) the two-line semi-OSD on-screen messages remain

visible, or you may deactivate the semi-OSD display altogether

if you find it distracting. These messages will continue to appear

on the front panel of the receiver.

Punch-Through Programming

NOTE: The semi-OSD displays are not available when a 1080i

or 1080p high-definition video source is in use.

The AVR 247 remote’s punch-through feature allows you to select

one component for the remote to operate, while simultaneously setting

certain groups of controls to operate another component. For example,

while using the AVR to control surround modes and other audio func-

tions, you may operate the transport controls of your DVD player. Or while

using the remote to control video functions on your TV, you may use your

cable box to change channels and the AVR to control the volume.

Full OSD Timeout: At this line, you may program the amount of time

(20, 30, 40 or 50 seconds) the full-OSD menus remain visible on

screen. The full-OSD system may not be deactivated.

Default Surround Mode: This setting determines how the AVR 247

will handle Dolby Digital and DTS sources. For the purposes of this

setting, the “default surround mode” means the mode encoded in the

program, such as Dolby Digital 5.1. With this setting ON, the receiver

will always use the default surround mode encoded in the program.

When this setting is changed to OFF, the receiver will use the surround

mode you selected the last time this type of audio stream was detected.

NOTE: It is not necessary to program the remote to control

your DVD player’s transport controls while the AVR, VID2 or

VID3 devices are in use, as the remote is preprogrammed at

the factory with this function.

To program punch-through control while operating any device:

Dolby Digital 2.0 signals default to the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode, but

you may select another Dolby surround mode manually. For PCM and

analog sources, the factory default surround mode is Logic 7 Music. In

general, the receiver will use the surround mode selected the last time that

type of signal was received.

1. Press and hold the Input Selector (or AVR selector) for the main

device the remote will be operating until the Program LED flashes

and the remote enters Program mode.

2. Select the type of punch-through programming.

a) To program volume control punch-through, press the Volume Up

Button.

Dim Function

Some people find the front-panel messages distracting and would

prefer to dim them or turn them off altogether. When the display is

dimmed or darkened, it will return to full brightness for five seconds

any time a command is received before dimming or darkening again.

b) To program channel control punch-through, press the Volume

Down Button.

c) To program transport control punch-through, press the Play Button.

To dim the display:

3. Press the Input Selector (or AVR selector) for the device whose

volume, channel or transport controls you would like to be active

while operating the device you selected in the first step. The LED

will flash green to confirm the programming.

1. Press the Dim Button on the remote. Each button press will cycle

through the three settings of:

VFD FULL: Normal brightness

For example, if you wish to watch your TV (programmed into the Video

3 Button) while changing channels using your cable box (Video 2), first

press the Video 3 Button until the Program LED flashes. Then press the

Volume Down Button, followed by the Video 2 Button.

VFD HALF: Display is dimmed but still visible; the light inside the

volume knob goes dark

VFD OFF: Display goes completely dark except for the Power

Indicator to remind you that the receiver is turned on

To undo punch-through programming, follow the same steps as above,

but press the same Input (or AVR) Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

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You may reassign the transport control punch-through programming for

Resetting the Remote

the AVR, VID2 and VID3 devices to other devices, such as CD. If you

wish to remove transport control punch-through altogether for the AVR,

VID2 or VID3 device, follow the same procedure as for programming

punch-through, but in Step 3 press either of the other two of these three

special selector buttons. For example, to remove punch-through trans-

port control from the VID3 device so that pressing any of the transport

controls will have no effect in that device mode, press and hold VID3

until the Program Indicator Program LED flashes in amber, then press

the Play button, followed by either the AVR or VID2 Button.

To reset the remote to its factory defaults, simultaneously press and hold

any Input Selector and the “0” Numeric key. When the Program LED

flashes in amber, enter the code “333”. When the green LED goes out,

the remote will have been fully reset.

Processor Reset

There may be instances when you wish to fully reset the AVR 247 to its

factory defaults, or the unit may behave erratically after a power surge.

To correct erratic behavior, first try turning the Master Power Switch off

and unplugging the AC power cord for at least three minutes. Plug

the cord back in and turn the receiver back on. If this doesn’t help,

try a system reset.

Macros

Macros are used to program sequences of up to 19 commands that

are executed with a single button press. Macros are well suited for

power on and off commands, or to send out a favorite multidigit channel

number with one button press, or to have the ability to send out a code

sequence to control another device while the remote is operating one

device, but with more flexibility than the built-in punch-through controls.

NOTES:

• A system reset erases all user configurations, including

speaker and level settings and tuner presets. After a reset,

you will need to reenter all of these settings.

Some commands may not be programmed into macros: Mute, Dim,

Channel Up/Down, or any of the surround mode commands.

• The RS-232 Reset Button on the rear panel of the AVR 247

does not perform a system reset. DO NOT press the RS-232

Reset Button.

NOTE: Use caution when programming complicated macros. It

isn’t possible to program a pause or delay before sending com-

mands after Power On, and the component may not be ready

to respond to commands instantaneously after powering on.

To reset the AVR 247, place the receiver in Standby mode (press the

front-panel Standby/On Switch so that the Power Indicator turns amber).

Then press and hold the front-panel Tone Mode Button for at least five

seconds until the RESET message appears in the display.

To program, or “record” a macro, follow these steps:

1. Simultaneously press and hold one of the four Macro Buttons (or the

Power On Button) and the Mute Button to enter Program mode.

If the receiver still does not function correctly after a processor reset,

contact an authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance.

Authorized service centers may be located by visiting our Web site

at www.harmankardon.com.

2. Press the Input (or AVR) Selector for each device before you enter

commands to be transmitted to that device. This step counts as one

of the 19 commands allowed for each macro.

Memory

NOTE: Even if you previously switched one of the dual-source

Input Selectors (DVD/CD, TAPE/THE BRIDGE, HDMI 1/HDMI 2)

to the primary or secondary source prior to programming the

macro, the remote always requires you to press any of these

selectors once to program the macro to select the primary

source and twice for the secondary source.

If the AVR 247 is unplugged or experiences a power outage, it will

retain user settings for up to four weeks.

3. For the Power On command, DO NOT press the Power On Button.

Press the Mute Button instead.

4. Press the Power Off Button to program the Power Off command.

5. Press the Sleep Button to end the programming process.

It isn’t possible to “edit” a command within a macro. However, you may

erase the macro as follows:

1. Simultaneously press and hold the Mute Button and the Macro

Button containing the macro until the Program LED flashes.

2. Press the Surround Button to erase the macro.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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

• Make certain that all input and speaker connections

are secure

• Mute is on

• Volume control is down

• Press Mute Button

• Turn up volume control

No sound from any speaker;

light around power switch is red

• Amplifier is in protection mode

due to possible short

• Amplifier is in protection mode

due to internal problems

• Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and

speaker ends

• Contact your local Harman Kardon service center

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

• 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 in line of sight of remote

or connect an optional 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 • Digital audio feed paused

display and digital audio stops

• Resume play for DVD

• Check that the correct digital input is selected

Surround Back Speaker settings

cannot be accessed, and test tone

does not play through Surround

Back Speakers

• Multiroom system has been turned on, • Use the OSD menu system to access the Multiroom Setup

and the surround back channels

menu and turn off the multiroom system.

were reassigned to multiroom operation

The XM Preview Channel (001)

is silent

• XM antenna is not plugged in

• Make sure you are using a home audio XM antenna module

designed for use with XM Ready home audio equipment,

and that the module is plugged into the XM Radio Jack

on the rear panel of the receiver.

• XM antenna is not located in such

a way as to enable reception

• The XM Antenna module needs to be placed with an

unobstructed view of the southern sky, or within range of an

XM terrestrial repeater. If necessary, purchase an extension

cable from your XM Radio dealer.

Unable to activate Program mode

on remote

• Input Selector not held for at least

3 seconds

• The selector will light as you initially press it, and go dark as you

hold it down. Wait at least 3 seconds for the selector to light

up again, and the Program LED will flash.

Unable to assign a device to

HDMI 1 or 2 selectors

• Invalid device assignment attempted

• Only the DVD, VCR (includes DVR), cable or satellite (CBL/SAT

selector) devices may be assigned to the HDMI 1 or 2 selectors.

Remote behaves erratically

• Buttons are pressed too hard

• Always press remote control buttons as gently as possible.

Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVR 247, or installation-related issues, may be found in the list of “Frequently

Asked Questions”, which is located in the Product Support section of our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

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AVR 247 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Audio Section

Stereo Mode

Continuous Average Power (FTC)

AM Tuner Section

Frequency Range

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Usable Sensitivity

Distortion

520–1720kHz

45dB

Loop 500µV

1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%

10kHz, 30dB

65 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz,

@ <0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms

Selectivity

Seven-Channel Surround Modes

Power per Individual Channel

Video Section

Front L&R channels:

50 Watts per channel

@ <0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Television Format

NTSC

1Vp-p/75 ohms

Input Level/Impedance

Output Level/Impedance

Video Frequency Response

(Composite and S-Video)

Center channel:

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

10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)

Video Frequency Response

(Component Video)

HDMI^™

Surround (L & R Side, L & R Back) channels:

50 Watts per channel

@ <0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

10Hz–100MHz (–3dB)

Audio and video processing

General

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High-Level)

Power Requirement

Power Consumption

AC 120V/60Hz

65W idle, 540W maximum

(7 channels driven)

200mV/47k ohms

100dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A)

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Dimensions

Width

Height

(Product)

(Shipping)

Pro Logic I/II

Dolby Digital (AC-3)

DTS

40dB

55dB

17-5/16 inches (440mm) 21-7/8 inches (555mm)

6-1/2 inches (165mm)

15 inches (382mm)

10-1/2 inches (266mm)

18-5/16 inches (465mm)

Depth

Frequency Response

@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB)

(Product)

30.0 lb (13.6kg)

(Shipping)

35.0 lb (15.9kg)

10Hz –130kHz

35 Amps

Weight

High Instantaneous

Current Capability (HCC)

Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections.

Height measurement includes feet and chassis.

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Transient Intermodulation

Distortion (TIM)

Unmeasurable

40V/µsec

Slew Rate

Harman Kardon and Logic 7 are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered

in the United States and/or other countries. EzSet/EQ, Bridge and Designed to Entertain are trademarks

The

of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.

FM Tuner Section

Frequency Range

Usable Sensitivity

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Distortion

Apple, iTunes and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Shuffle is a trademark of Apple Inc.

87.5–108.0MHz

IHF 1.3µV/13.2dBf

Mono/Stereo 70/68dB

Mono/Stereo 0.2/0.3%

40dB @ 1kHz

400kHz, 70dB

80dB

Audiovox is a registered trademark of Audiovox Corporation.

Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association.

CEA is a registered trademark of the Consumer Electronics Association.

Cirrus Logic is a registered trademark of Cirrus Logic, Inc.

Stereo Separation

Selectivity

Image Rejection

IF Rejection

Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

90dB

“DTS” and “DTS ES Neo:6” are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc. “96/24” is a trademark of DTS, Inc.

Faroudja and DCDi by Faroudja are registered trademarks of Genesis Microchip Inc.

HD-DVD is a trademark of the DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation (DVD FLLC).

HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC.

The AVR 247 is Simplay HD^™-verified for compatibility

via the HDMI connection with other Simplay HD-verified products.

Microsoft and Xbox are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

SACD is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

The Simplay HD logo and the Simplay, Simplay HD and Simplay Labs trademarks are owned by

Silicon Image, Inc. and are used under license from Silicon Image, Inc. and/or Simplay Labs, LLC.

TiVo is a registered trademark of TiVo Inc.

Please register your AVR 247 on our Web site at

www.harmankardon.com.

XM and XM Ready are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio.

NOTE: You’ll need the product’s serial number.

At the same time, you can choose to be notified about

our new products and/or special promotions.

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APPENDIX

Appendix – Default settings, worksheets, remote product codes

Table A1 – Source Input Setting Defaults

Source

DVD

HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4

The Bridge/ CD

DMP

Tape

Tuner

6-/8-

Channel

Title

TUNER

Video Input Comp V 1 HDMI 1

HDMI 2

Comp V 2 Comp V 3 Composite Composite The Bridge/ Comp V1 Comp V1 Comp V1 Comp V1 Comp V1

DMP

Audio Input Coax 1

HDMI 1

Analog

Optical 1 Analog

Analog

(Tuner)

Analog

(The Bridge/DMP)

(6-/8-Channel) (Tuner)

Auto Poll

Off

Surround

Mode^†

Logic 7

7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music

7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music 7CH Music

^†The default shown is the preferred surround mode for PCM and Analog audio sources.

Table A2 – Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults

Source

DVD

HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2

Video 3

Video 4

The Bridge/ CD

DMP

Tape

Tuner

6-/8-

Channel

Left/Right Speaker Size

Center Speaker Size

Surround Speaker Size

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Sub

Large

Sub

Small

Sub

Small

Surround Back Speaker Size Small

Subwoofer Sub

Left/Right Speaker Crossover 100Hz

Center Speaker Crossover 100Hz

Surround Speaker Crossover 100Hz

Subwoofer Crossover

Small

Sub

100Hz

N/A

100Hz

Left/Right

N/A

Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right Left/Right N/A

Table A3 – Delay Setting Defaults

Speaker Position

Distance From Speaker to Listening Position

Your Delay Settings

Front Left

10 feet

0mS

Center

Front Right

Surround Right

Surround Left

Subwoofer

A/V Sync Delay

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Table A4 – Source Input Settings

Source

DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 The Bridge/DMP CD Tape Tuner 6-/8-Channel XM

Title

Video Input

Audio Input

Auto Poll

Surround Mode

Tone Mode

Bass

The Bridge/DMP

Tuner 6-/8-Channel Tuner

Treble

Video Mode

Table A5 – Speaker/Channel Settings

Source

DVD HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 The Bridge/DMP CD Tape Tuner 6-/8-Channel^††XM

Left/Right Speaker Size

Center Speaker Size

N/A

Surround Speaker Size

Subwoofer

Left/Right Speaker Crossover

Center Speaker Crossover

Surround Speaker Crossover

Subwoofer Crossover

Left Channel Level^†††

Right Channel Level^†††

Center Channel Level^†††

Surround Left Channel Level^†††

Surround Right Channel Level^†††

Surround Back Left Channel Level^†††

Surround Back Right Channel Level^†††

Subwoofer Channel Level^†††

††

The 6-/8-Channel Inputs are “direct” inputs, meaning their signals are passed directly to the volume control without any bass management processing. Thus, the speaker sizes are always full range,

and it isn’t possible to adjust speaker size or crossover.

†††

Channel levels vary by surround mode rather than source input.

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APPENDIX

Table A6 – Remote Control Codes

Source Input

Video 1

Video 2

Video 3

Video 4

DVD

Product Type (circle one or fill in)

Remote Control Code

VCR, PVR

Cable, Satellite

DVD

CD, CDR

Tape

Cassette

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

VCR, PVR, DVD, Cable, Satellite

Table A7 – System Settings

Feature

Default Setting

Your Setting

VFD Fade Timeout

Volume Default

Off

Default Volume Set

Semi-OSD Time Out

Full-OSD Time Out

Default Surround Mode

–25dB

5 seconds

20 seconds

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32 33 34 35

36 37 38 39

40 41 42 43

44 45 46 47

48 49 50 51

52 53 54 55

62 63 64

65 66

Refer to the numbered buttons in Figure 92 when using the Function List.

Figure 92 – Remote Control Function List Reference

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Table A8 – Remote Control Function List

The

Bridge

No. Button Name AVR Function

DVD

CD/CD-R

Tape

VCR (VID1)

TiVo (VID1)

CBL (VID2)

SAT (VID2)

TV (VID3/VID4)

(DMP) XM

Power On

HDMI 1/2

Power On

Power On/Off

Power On

Power Off

Mute

AVR

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

TV Power

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

Mute

Power Off

Mute

AVR Select

DVD Select

AVR Select

DVD/CD

DVD Input Select

CD Input Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

DVD Select

DVD Input Select

CD Input Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

CD Select

The

Bridge

Tape/

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

CBL/SAT Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

Tape Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

The Bridge (DMP) Select

HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VCR Select

HDMI1/HDMI 2 HDMI 1 Select

HDMI 2 Select

VID 1 (VCR)

Video 1 Select

VID 2 (CBL/SAT) Video 2 Select

CBL/SAT Select

TV Select

CBL/SAT Select

TV Select

CBL/SAT Select

TV Select

CBL/SAT Select

TV Select

CBL Select

SAT Select

CBL/SAT Select

TV Select

CBL/SAT Select

TV Select

CBL/SAT Select CBL/SAT Select

10 VID 3 (TV)

11 VID 4

Video 3 Select TV Select

TV Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

TV Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

Video 4 Select

XM Select

12 XM

13 AM/FM

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Channel +

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Channel +

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Channel +

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Channel +

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Channel +

Tuner Select

6/8 Ch. Input Select

Tuner Select Tuner Select

6/8CH

6/8 Ch. Input Select

15 Sleep/CH+ Sleep

Channel +

16 Test Tone

17 T/V

Test Tone

V/DVD or V. OFF Input Select

TV/VCR

TV Input

TV/CBL

TV/SAT

TV/VCR

TV/Video

Volume Up

Channel –

OSD

18 Vol Up

19 Surr/CH–

20 OSD

Volume Up

DSP Surround Mode Select

OSD

Volume Up

Channel –

OSD

Volume Up

Channel –

Volume Up

Channel –

OSD

Volume Up

Channel –

OSD

Volume Up

Disc Menu or Title CDR Select

Program

Channel –

Live TV

OSD

21 M-Room Multiroom

HD Mode

22 Vol Down

23 CH./Guide

Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down

Volume Down Volume Down

Volume Down

Guide

Channel Trim

Title or Disc Menu Continuous Play

Menu or Setup Intro Scan

Guide

Info/Guide

24 Speaker/Menu Speaker Setup

⁄

Move/Adjust Up Up

Move/Adjust Left Left

ﬁ

Left

Scroll –

Select

Scroll +

Left

27 Set

Set

Enter

Right

Enter

Right

Down

Select

Right

Enter

Right

Down

Enter

Right

Down

Enter

Right

Down

Set

Set/Enter

Right

ﬂ

Move/Adjust Righ

Right

Down

Move/Adjust Down Down

Down

Return/Exit

Down

30 Digital/Exit

Digital Input Select Open/Close

31 Delay/Prev. Ch. Delay Adjust

Return or Status Open/Close

Prev Channel

Prev. Channel

40 Tun-M

Tuning Mode

Chapter+ or Zoom

Repeat

Tuning Mode

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Table A8 – continued

The

Bridge

No. Button Name AVR Function

DVD

CD/CD-R

Tape

VCR (VID1)

TiVo (VID1)

CBL (VID2)

SAT (VID2)

TV (VID3/VID4)

(DMP) XM

HDMI 1/2

43 Memory

Memory

Audio or Playlist

Next Chapter

Time

Memory

44 Tuning Up

45 Direct

Tuning Up

Track Direct

Random Play

Clear

Cancel

Clear

Cancel

FAV

Sleep

Tuning Up

Direct Tuner Entry Angle

FAV/Angle

Angle/FAV

46 Clear

Clear

Skip

Alt

Clear

47 Preset Up

Preset Tune Up

Slow Forward

Prev Chapter

+10

Preset Up

Tuning Down

48 Tuning Down Tuning Down

Track Increment

Program

Disc Skip

49 Tone

Tone mode

Disc Skip (DVD) Disc Skip

50 D. Skip

51 Preset Down Preset Down

Slow Rev

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Preset Down

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

52 M1

53 M2

54 M3

55 M4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

Macro 1

Macro 2

Macro 3

Macro 4

56 Dolby Surround Dolby Modes

57 DTS Surround DTS Digital Modes

58 DTS Neo:6

59 Night

DTS Neo:6 Select

Night Mode Select Subtitle On/Off

Logic 7 Select

CDP Select

60 Logic 7

61 Stereo

Stereo Mode Select

62 Skip Down

63 Skip Up

64 Dim

Skip – (DVD)

Step –

Skip –

Scan –

Thumbs Down

Thumbs Up

Skip – (DVD)

Skip + (DVD) Step +

Dimmer

Skip +

Scan +

Skip + (DVD) Skip + (DVD)

Skip + (DVD)

66 Rewind (‹‹) R. Search (DVD) R. Search

R. Search

Play

Rewind

R. Search

Play

R. Search (DVD) R. Search (DVD) R. Search (DVD)

Skip–/R. Search

R. Search

Play

66 Play (‹›) Play (DVD) Play

R. Play/F. Play Play

Play (DVD) Play (DVD)

Play (DVD)

Play

67 F F (››)

68 Record

69 Stop

F. Search (DVD) F. Search

F. Search

Record

Stop

Fast Fwd

F. Search

Record

Slow

F. Search (DVD) F. Search (DVD) F. Search (DVD) Skip+/F. Search

F. Search

Record

Stop

Record/Pause Record

Stop (DVD)

Stop

Stop (DVD)

70 Pause

Pause (DVD) Pause

Pause

Pause (DVD) Pause (DVD)

Pause (DVD)

Pause

NOTE: When any of the transport controls are pressed while the remote is in AVR, Video 2 or Video 3 mode, the remote will automatically switch to DVD mode and the command will be applied

to the DVD player. If you then press a button native to the original mode, e.g., Volume Down for the AVR, the remote will revert to the original mode. See Punch-Through Programming, described

in the Advanced Functions section, for more information.

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Table A9 – Remote Control Product Codes – TV

TV Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

AIWA

027

KTV

045 123 132 162

A MARK

ADMIRAL

AKAI

122 132

LLOYTRON

LODGENET

LOGIK

172 173

192

069

123 160

069

AMPRO

164

LUXMAN

LXI

128

ANAM

045 106 109 112 122

077 145 148

AOC

122 123 128

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MATSUI

MEMOREX

METZ

030 123 128 132 145 148

BLAUPUNKT

BROKSONIC

CANDLE

CAPEHART

CENTURION

CENTRONIC

CITIZEN

084

115 123 148

205 206

148

123 128

069 128

059

084

123 171

MGA

115 123 128

045

MINERVA

MITSUBISHI

MTC

084

045 123 128 132

077 115 123 128 160 167 168

CLASSIC

CONCERTO

CONTEC

CORANDO

CORONADO

CRAIG

045

175 176

128

NATIONAL

NEC

148 177 179 180 181 182

045

115 121 123 125

172

NIKEI

045

132

ONKING

ONWA

045

045 157 158 159

045

CROWN

045 132

OPTONICA

ORION

077

CURTIS MATHES

CXC

123 128 132

207 208 209 210 211

045

PANASONIC

PHILCO

PHILIPS

087 148 169

DAEWOO

045 087 102 105 106 108 111

045 115 123 128 132 148

114 116 119 127 128 132

033 034 035 036 123 128 132

DAYTRON

128 132

145 148

DIGI LINK

200

PIONEER

PORTLAND

PROSCAN

PROTON

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

024 123 128

DYNASTY

045

128 132

DYNATECH

ELECTROHOME

EMERSON

063

133

115 132

059 122 128 132 165

045 123 128 132 139 157 158

032 087

159 162 205

045 128 132 180 196 197

FUNAI

045

021 115 123 128 133 145 161 163

FUTURETECH

045

REALISTIC

RUNCO

045 167 196

029 087 121 123 128 133 145

152 153

159 163

SAA

183

GOLDSTAR/LG

GRUNDIG

HALL MARK

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

101 110 122 128 132

SAMPO

059 123 128

193

SAMSUNG

SANYO

020 022 124 128 132 145

128

026 054

201

SCOTT

045 128 132

123 128 132 144 147

SEARS

128 132 145

INFINITY

INKEL

148

SHARP

077 128 132

120

SIEMENS

SIGNATURE

SONY

084

JBL

148

069

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

115 123 128 132 145

028 031 117 130 136 194 212

019

SOUNDESIGN

SPECTRICON

SSS

045 128

JVC

079 087 134

122

KAWASHO

KEC

173

045

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

025 123 128 145 148

KENWOOD

KMC

123 204

132

184

077

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Table A9 – continued

TV Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

TV Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

LOGIK

069

TERA

156

LUXMAN

LXI

128

THOMSON

TMK

190 191

077 145 148

128

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MATSUI

030 123 128 132 145 148

TOSHIBA

TOTEVISION

VIDEO CONCEPTS

VIDTECH

WARDS

063 129 202

115 123 148

132

148

160

MEMOREX

METZ

069 128

128

084

069 128 132 148

MGA

115 123 128

YAMAHA

YORK

123 128

128

MINERVA

MITSUBISHI

MTC

084

077 115 123 128 160 167 168

YUPITERU

ZENITH

045

175 176

069 090

122

NATIONAL

NEC

148 177 180 181 182

ZONDA

115 121 123 125

NIKEI

045

ONKING

ONWA

045

OPTONICA

ORION

077

207 208 209 210 211

PANASONIC

PHILCO

087 148 169

045 115 123 128 132 148

PHILIPS

PIONEER

PORTLAND

PROSCAN

PROTON

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

033 035 036 123 128 132 145 148

024 123 128

128 132

133

059 122 128 132 165

032 087

045 128 132 180 196 197

021 115 123 128 133 145 161 163

REALISTIC

RUNCO

045 167 196

152 153

SAA

183

SAMPO

059 123 128

SAMSUNG

SANYO

020 022 124 128 132 145

026 054

SCOTT

045 128 132

SEARS

128 132 145

SHARP

077 128 132

SIEMENS

SIGNATURE

SONY

084

069

028 031 117 130 136 194 212

SOUNDESIGN

SPECTRICON

SSS

045 128

122

045

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

025 123 128 145 148

184

077

TATUNG

TECHNICS

TECHWOOD

TEKNIKA

TELERENT

063

181

128

045 069 115 123 128 132

069

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Table A10 – Remote Control Product Codes – VCR

VCR Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

AIWA

AKAI

040

SAMSUNG

SANSUI

045 051 095 105 109

048 116 147

048 108 109 126

AMPRO

076

SANYO

017 020

ASA

134

SCOTT

110 112

AUDIO DYNAMICS

BROKSONIC

CANDLE

CANON

CAPEHART

CITIZEN

018 048

110 147

134 135

135 140

094

134

045 116

SEARS

SHARP

SONY

SOUNDESIGN

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

017 020

129 156

080 129

040

017 040

CRAIG

DAEWOO

DAYTRON

DBX

017 094 104

094

018 048

TASHICO

TATUNG

TEAC

134

048

040 048

DYNATECH

EMERSON

FISHER

040

TEKNIKA

THOMAS

TiVo

040

013 040 042 110 112

017

002 003 004 005 007 008 012

FUNAI

040

TMK

013

076 095 124

113

018 107

002 003 018 049

040 048

018 045

048

018 048 111 132

020 048

040

TOSHIBA

TOTEVISION

UNITECH

VECTOR RESEARCH

VIDEO CONCEPTS

VIDEOSONIC

WARDS

112 155

045

018

018 040

045

040 045 112

018 040 048

040 050 076 083

GO VIDEO

GOLDSTAR/LG

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

JVC

YAMAHA

ZENITH

KENWOOD

LLOYD

LXI

020 040

MAGIN

045

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MEMOREX

MGA

040

018

017 020 040 052 053 054 076

049

MITSUBISHI

MULTITECH

NAD

049 131

040

139

NATIONAL

NEC

140

018 048

NORDMENDE

OPTIMUS

ORION

048

159

147

PANASONIC

PHILCO

125 150 167 172

040

PHILIPS

040 075

PORTLAND

PULSAR

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

094

076

001 125

055 134 140 142 158 159

095 124 125 157 172

017 020 040 045 159

020

REALISTIC

SALORA

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Table A11 – Remote Control Product Codes – CD

CD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

ADCOM

063 069

RCA

024 081 093 150

AIWA

072 111 118 156 170

RCX

169

AKAI

050 177 184

REALISTIC

SANSUI

SANYO

SCOTT

SHARP

SHERWOOD

SONY

058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166

047 081 134 157 172

033 082 095

108

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

AUDIO TECHNICA

AUDIOACCESS

AUDIOFILE

BSR

CALIFORNIA AUDIO

CAPETRONIC

CARRERA

CARVER

053

125

211

044

109

070

087

136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186 SOUNDSTREAM

124

CASIO

CLARINETTE

DENON

117 166

166

187 188 213

SYMPHONIC

TAEKWANG

TEAC

059 110

177

011 058 085 086 106 107 110 121

EMERSON

FISHER

FRABA

052 093 108

055 095

117

137 146 154

039

013 074 097 151 155 173

THETA DIGITAL

TOSHIBA

FUNAI

126

164

VECTOR RESEARCH

VICTOR

087

120 130

GENEXXA

GOLDSTAR/LG

HAITAI

108

016 087

099 214

WARDS

YAMAHA

YORK

095

019 031 053 061 135 169

166

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

001 002 025 054 190

093

INKEL

216

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

098 147

153

JVC

176 195 196

KENWOOD

030 062 078 079 148 151 176

178 181

LOTTE

108

LUXMAN

LXI

077 102

164

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MCINTOSH

MCS

039 113

058 084 191 192 193

194

080 098

MITSUMI

MODULAIRE

NAD

152

166

013 074 197 198

NAKAMICHI

NEC

199 200 201

069

NIKKO

053 055

ONKYO

037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203

OPTIMUS

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

PIONEER

065 089 091 092 099 104 212

075 109 119 158 183 204

039 138 149 209

071 094 100 112 123 131 161

162 215

210

PROTON

QUASAR

109

RADIO SHACK

126 166 213

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Table A13 – Remote Control Product Codes – SAT

SAT Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

Table A12 – Remote Control Product Codes – DVD

DVD Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

ALPHASTAR

ALPHASTAR DBS

ALPHASTAR DSR

BIRDVIEW

CHANNEL MASTER

CHAPARRAL

CITOH

DRAKE

DX ANTENNA

ECHOSTAR

472

450

442

425

APEX DIGITAL

DENON

GOLDSTAR/LG

HARMAN KARDON

JVC

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MITSUBISHI

NAD

061

019 051

003 004

005 055 064 066

001 002 068

006

056

059

023

062

320 321 325 361

315 316 451

360

313 317 318 413 481

331 352 379 483

395 397 452 453 463 477 478

484 485

ONKYO

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

009 048

024 030 044

056

ELECTRO HOME

FUJITSU

392

324 329 334

GENERAL INSTRUMENT 303 311 323 365 403 454 468 474

PIONEER

PROCEED

PROSCAN

RCA

SAMSUNG

SHARP

041 065

060

003 004

053 054

028

043 045

003 004

009 058 067

030 063

005 055 064

HITACHI DBS

HOUSTON TRACKER

HUGHES

455

463

437 489

JANIEL

366

JERROLD

KATHREIN

LEGEND

454 468 484

410

453

SONY

THOMSON

TOSHIBA

YAMAHA

ZENITH

MACOM

317 365 369 370 371

MAGNAVOX

MEMOREX

NEXTWAVE

NORSAT

461 473

453

423

373

OPTIMUS

466

PACE DSS

PANASONIC

PANASONIC DBS

PANSAT

487

366 469

457

420

PERSONAL CABLE

PHILIPS

418

375

PICO

407

PRESIDENT

PRIMESTAR

RCA

381 404

412 454 468 475

301 439 465 490

RCA DSS

458

REALISTIC

SAMSUNG

349 480

442

SATELLITE SERVICE CO 335 388

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

SONY

339

405

STAR CHOICE DBS

STARCAST

459

347

SUPER GUIDE

TELECOM

TOSHIBA

327 423

330 333 390 391 393 409

302 426 460 461 462 470

323 332 348 349 350 351 354 355

381 383 389 403 466 479 480

384 385 387 394 419 488

UNIDEN

ZENITH

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CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

Table A14 – Remote Control Product Codes – TAPE

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

SEAM

183 203 221 222

121

Tape Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

HARMAN KARDON

001

SIGNATURE

SPRUCER

STARCOM

STARGATE

TANDY

001 188

053 081 177 189

002 011 163

120

Table A15 – Remote Control Product Codes – CBL

CBL Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

024

TELECAPATION

TEXSCAN

TFC

028

036

122

ABC

001 011

ALLEGRO

AMERICAST

ARCHER

BELCOR

111

212

112

113

TIMELESS

TOCOM

123

170 205

UNITED CABLE

UNIVERSAL

VIDEOWAY

VIEWSTAR

ZENITH

011

033 034 039 042 113

124 211

019 025 086 089 190

065 125 211 219

116

CABLE STAR

CITIZEN

033 113

111

COLOUR VOICE

DIGI

085 090

114

ZENTEK

EAGLE

186

EASTERN

ELECTRICORD

EMERSON

FOCUS

066 070

039

112

116

Table A16 – Remote Control Product Codes –

THE BRIDGE/DMP

G.I.

001 011 017 096 097

GC ELECTRONICS

GEMINI

GENERAL

113

032 060

210

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

HARMAN KARDON

001

002

TEN TECHNOLOGIES

GENERAL INSTRUMENT 210

GOODMIND

HAMLIN

HITACHI

112

056 099 100 101 117 175 208

001 188

JASCO

111

JERROLD

001 002 011 017 073 096 097 162

188 210

LINDSAY

118

MACOM

191

MAGNAVOX

MOVIE TIME

NSC

017 019 068

035 039

035 190

OAK

197 220

PACE

179

PANASONIC

PANTHER

PHILIPS

053 176 177 189 214

114

013 019 020 085 090

PIONEER

001 041 119 171 209 215 216

POPULAR MECHANICS

PRELUDE

PRIMESTAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

116

120

162

111 112 213

053 214

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