Harman Kardon Stereo Receiver AVR 510 User Manual

AVR 510 Audio/VideoReceiver

OWNER’S MANUAL

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!

With the purchase of a Harman Kardon

AVR 510 you are about to begin many years of

listening enjoyment. The AVR 510 has been

custom-designed to provide all the excitement

and detail of movie soundtracks and every

nuance of musical selections. With onboard

Dolby* Digital and DTS^®decoding, the AVR 510

delivers six discrete channels of audio that take

advantage of the digital soundtracks from the

latest DVD and LD releases and Digital

Television broadcasts.

In addition to providing a wide range of listen-

ing options, the AVR 510 is easy to configure so

that it provides the best results with your

speakers and specific listening-room environ-

ment. On-screen menus make it simple to enter

settings for speakers, inputs and delay times,

while our exclusive EzSet^™remote measures a

system’s sound levels and automatically cali-

brates them for perfectly balanced soundfield

presentation.

I Onboard Dolby Digital and DTS

Decoding Using Crystal^®Chip

Technology

I Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 and

VMAx Modes

I MP3 Decoding for Use With Computers

and Digital Audio Players

Remote Automatically Sets

Output Levels for Optimum

Performance

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 510 fea-

tures connections for four video devices, all

with both composite and S-Video inputs. Two

additional audio inputs are available, and a

total of six digital inputs make the AVR 510

capable of handling all the latest digital audio

sources. For compatibility with the latest DVD

players and digital video products, the AVR 510

also features component video switching.

I Front Panel Digital Inputs and Coax

Digital Output Capability for Easy

Connection to Portable Digital Devices

and the Latest Video Game Consoles

While complex digital systems are hard

at work within the AVR 510 to make all of this

happen, hookup and operation are simple.

Color-keyed connections, a programmable

remote control, and on-screen menus make the

AVR 510 easy to use. To obtain the maximum

enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you

to take a few minutes to read through this

manual. This will ensure that connections to

speakers, source playback units and other

external devices are made properly. In addition,

a few minutes spent learning the functions of

the various controls will enable you to take

advantage of all the power the AVR 510 is

able to deliver.

I Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs

I Front Panel Analog A/V and Coax

Digital Jacks Switchable to Outputs for

Easy Connection to Portable Digital

Devices and Video Game Consoles

Coax and optical digital outputs are available

for direct connection to digital recorders, and

both the front panel analog audio/video and

coaxial digital jacks may be switched to

outputs for use with portable recorders – a

Harman Kardon exclusive. Two video recording

outputs, preamp-out/main-in jacks, and a six-

channel input make the AVR 510 virtually

future-proof, with everything needed to accom-

modate tomorrow’s new formats right on

board.

I On-Screen Menu and Display System

I 6-Channel Direct Input, Preamp

Outputs and Main Amp Inputs for Easy

Expansion and Use With Future Audio

Formats

I Complete Multi-Zone System With

Separate “Zone II” Remote Included

If you have any questions about this product,

its installation or its operation, please contact

your retailer or custom installer. They are your

best local sources of information.

The AVR 510’s flexibility and power extend

beyond your main home-theater or listening

room. The AVR 510 includes a sophisticated

multizone control system that allows you to

select one source for use in the main room and

a different one in a second room. Complete

control over volume is possible with a separate

infrared control link. To make it easy to operate

the AVR 510 from a remote room, a separate

“Zone II” remote is included.

Description and Features

The AVR 510 is among the most versatile and

multi-featured A/V receivers available, incorpo-

rating a wide range of listening options. In

addition to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for

digital sources, a broad choice of analog sur-

round modes are available for use with sources

such as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVR 510’s own FM/AM tuner. Along with Dolby

Pro Logic*, Dolby 3 Stereo and custom Hall and

Theater modes, only Harman Kardon receivers

offer Logic 7^®to create a wider, more envelop-

ing field environment and more defined fly-

overs and pans. Another Harman Kardon exclu-

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,

do not use this (polarized)

plug with an extension cord,

receptacle or other outlet

unless the blades can

The AVR 510’s powerful amplifier uses

traditional Harman Kardon high-current design

technologies to meet the wide dynamic range

of any program selection.

be fully inserted to

prevent blade exposure.

sive is VMAx , which uses proprietary process-

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

“dangerous voltage” within the product’s

ing to create an open, spacious sound field

even when only two front speakers are avail-

able. Finally, the AVR 510 is among the very

few A/V receivers that offer decoding of MP3

data, so that you may listen to the latest music

selections directly from compatible computers

or playback devices with the power and fidelity

you expect from Harman Kardon.

Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity

receiver more than forty-seven years ago. With

state-of-the-art circuitry and time-honored cir-

cuit designs, the AVR 510 is one of the finest

receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon.

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a

risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

3 INTRODUCTION

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Safety Information

40 of the NEC that 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.

ference to radio communication. However, there

is no guarantee that harmful interference will

not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following

measures:

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 510 has been designed for use with

120-volt AC current. Connection to a line volt-

age other than that for which it is intended

can create a safety and fire hazard and may

damage the unit.

Installation Location

I 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.

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.

I Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

I Increase the separation between the equip-

ment and receiver.

I Make certain that proper space is provided

both above and below the unit for ventila-

tion. 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.

I Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power

cord attached to your unit. We do not recom-

mend 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 author-

ized service depot with a cord meeting factory

specifications.

I 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 harm-

ful interference, and (2) this device must accept

interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

I Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted

surface.

I Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold

locations, or in an area that is exposed to

direct sunlight or heating equipment.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

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.

I Avoid moist or humid locations.

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.

I Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the

top of the unit, or place objects directly

over them.

Cleaning

Unpacking

Do Not Open the Cabinet

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

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

cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a

fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immedi-

ately 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.

There are no user-serviceable components

inside this product. Opening the cabinet may

present a shock hazard, and any modification

to the product will void your guarantee. If water

or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire

or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, dis-

connect it from the AC power source immedi-

ately, and consult an authorized service station.

The carton and shipping materials used to pro-

tect your new receiver during shipment were

specially designed to cushion it from shock and

vibration. We suggest that you save the carton

and packing materials for use in shipping if you

move, or should the unit ever need repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage,

you may wish to flatten it. This is done by care-

fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and

collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts

may be stored in the same manner. Packing

materials that cannot be collapsed should be

saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

CATV or Antenna Grounding

Moving the Unit

If an outside antenna or cable system is con-

nected 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 conductors, location of antenna dis-

charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes

and requirements of the grounding electrode.

Before moving the unit, be certain to discon-

nect any interconnection cords with other com-

ponents, and make certain that you disconnect

the unit from the AC outlet.

Important Information for the User

If you do not wish to save the packaging mate-

rials, please note that the carton and other sec-

tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.

Please respect the environment and discard

those materials at a local recycling 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 provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment gener-

ates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-

At this time you should remove the protective

plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving

the film in place may affect the performance of

your remote control.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This

reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable

TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-

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Front Panel Controls

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1Main Power Switch

2System Power Control

3Power Indicator

4Headphone Jack

5Selector Buttons

6Tone Mode

7Surround Mode Selector

8Tuning Selector

!Input Source Selector

@FM Mode Selector

#Digital Optical 3 Input

$Input/Output Status Indicator

%Digital Coax 3 Jack

^Video 4 Input Jacks

&Bass Control

ÔSet Button

Input Indicators

ÒDelay

ÚDigital Input Selector

ÛMain Information Display

ÙChannel Select Button

ıSpeaker Select Button

ˆTest Tone Selector

*Balance Control

9Tuner Band Selector

)Preset Stations Selector

(Treble Control

ÓVolume Control

˜Surround Mode Indicators

¯Remote Sensor Window

the unit off. Note that the Power Indicator

1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to

apply power to the AVR 510. When the switch

is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby

mode, as indicated by the amber Power

Indicator 3surrounding the System

Power Control 2. This button MUST be

pressed in to operate the unit. To turn the unit

off and prevent the use of the remote control,

this switch should be pressed until it pops out

from the front panel so that the word “OFF”

may be read at the top of the switch.

5Selector Buttons: When you are establish-

ing the AVR 510’s configuration settings, use

these buttons to select from the choices available,

as shown in the Main Information Display Û

or the on-screen displays.

surrounding the switch will turn green

when the unit is on.

3Power Indicator: This LED will be lit in

amber when the unit is in the Standby mode to

signal that the unit is ready to be turned on.

When the unit is in operation, the indicator will

turn green.

6Tone Mode: Pressing this button enables

or disables the Bass and Treble tone controls.

When the button is pressed so that the words

TONE IN appear in the Main Information

Display Û, the settings of the Bass &and

Treble (controls may be used to adjust the

output signals. When the button is pressed so

that the words TONE OUT appear in the Main

Information Display Û, the output signal

will be “flat,” without any bass or treble alter-

ation, no matter how the actual Bass and

Treble controls &(are adjusted.

4Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to

listen to the AVR 510’s output through a pair of

headphones. Be certain that the headphones

have a standard ¹/4" stereo phone plug. Note

that the main room speakers will automatically

be turned off when the headphone jack is in use.

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

position.

2System Power Control: When the Main

Power Switch

is “ON,” press this button

to turn on the AVR 510; press it again to turn

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Front Panel Controls

7Surround Mode Selector: Press this but-

ton to change the surround mode by scrolling

through the list of available modes. Note that

depending on the type of input, some modes

are not always available. (See page 27 for more

information about surround modes.)

$Input/Output Status Indicator: These

LED indicators will normally light green to show

that the front panel Video 4 A/V jacks or the

Coaxial 3 digital jack is operating as an input.

When either of these jacks has been configured

for use as an output, the indicator will turn red

to show that the jack may be used for recording.

(See page 20 for more information on configur-

ing the front panel jacks as outputs, rather than

inputs.)

Input Indicators: A green LED will light in

front of the input that is currently being used as

the source for the AVR 510.

Ò Delay: Press this button to begin the

sequence of steps required to enter delay time

settings. (See page 21 for more information on

delay times.)

8Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the

button to tune lower-frequency stations and the

right side of the button to tune higher-frequency

stations. When a station with a strong signal

is reached, the TUNED indicator Wwill be lit

in the Main Information Display Û.

ÚDigital Input Selector: When playing a

source that has a digital output, press this

button to select between the Optical #

%Digital Coax 3 Jack: This jack is normally

used for connection to the output of portable

audio devices, video game consoles or other

products that have a coax digital jack. It may

also be configured as an output jack, to feed a

digital signal to a CD-R, MiniDisc or other digi-

tal recording device. (See page 31 for informa-

tion on configuring the Digital Coax 3 Jack to

an output.)

and Coaxial %

Digital inputs. (See

page 28 for more information on digital audio.)

To tune manually, tap the button lightly and

note that the tuner will step up one frequency

increment per button press. When the button is

held for a few seconds you will note that the

unit will quickly search the frequency band.

Release it once the fast tuning starts; the tuner

will automatically scan for the next station with

an acceptable signal and then stop.

ÛMain Information Display: This display

delivers messages and status indications to

help you operate the receiver. (See pages 7 & 8

for a complete explanation of the Information

Display.)

ÙChannel Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of trimming the channel

output levels using an external audio source.

(For more information on output level trim

adjustment, see page 31.)

^Video 4 Input Jacks: These audio/video

jacks may be used for temporary connection to

video games or portable audio/video products

such as camcorders and portable audio players.

9Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this button

will automatically switch the AVR 510 to the

Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch

between the AM and FM frequency bands. (See

page 30 for more information on the tuner.)

&Bass Control: Turn this control to modify

the low-frequency output of the left/right chan-

nels by as much as 10dB. Set this control to a

suitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

ıSpeaker Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of selecting the speaker

positions that are used in your listening room.

(See page 22 for more information on setup

and configuration.)

)Preset Stations Selector: Press this

button to scroll up or down through the list or

stations that have been entered into the preset

memory. (See page 30 for more information on

tuner programming.)

*Balance Control: Turn this control to

change the relative volume for the front

left/right channels.

ˆTest Tone Selector: Press this button to

begin the process of adjusting the channel out-

put levels using the internal test tone as a ref-

erence. (For more information on output level

adjustment, see page 23.)

!Input Source Selector: Press this button

to change the input by scrolling up or down

through the list of input sources.

NOTE: For proper operation of the surround

modes this control should be at the midpoint,

or “12 o’clock”, position.

˜Surround Mode Indicators: A green LED

will light in front of the surround mode that is

currently in use.

@FM Mode Selector: Press this button to

select Auto or Manual tuning. When the button

is pressed so that the AUTO indicator Xlights,

the tuner will search for the next station with an

acceptable signal when the Tuning Selector

(Treble Control: Turn this control to modify

the high-frequency output of the left/right chan-

nels by as much as 10dB. Set this control to a

suitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

¯Remote Sensor Window: The sensor

behind this window receives infrared signals

from the remote control. Aim the remote at this

area and do not block or cover it unless an

external remote sensor is installed.

ÓVolume Control: Turn this knob clockwise

to increase the volume, counterclockwise to

decrease the volume. If the AVR 510 is muted,

adjusting volume control will automatically

release the unit from the silenced condition.

pressed so that the AUTO indicator Xis not lit,

each press of the Tuning Selector 8u

is pressed. When the button is

will increase the frequency. (See page 30 for

more information on using the tuner.)

ÔSet Button: When making choices during

the setup and configuration process, press this

button to enter the desired setting as shown

in the Main Information Display Ûinto the

AVR 510’s memory.

#Digital Optical 3 Input: Connect the opti-

cal digital output of an audio or video product to

this jack. When the input is not in use, be certain

to keep the plastic cap installed to avoid dust

contamination that might degrade future

performance.

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Front Panel Information Display

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ABitstream Indicators

BOptical Source Indicators

CDTS Mode Indicator

DDolby Digital Indicator

ECoaxial Source Indicators

FDolby Pro Logic Indicator

GAnalog Input Indicator

HDolby 3 Stereo Indicator

IVMAx Mode Indicator

J5-Channel Stereo Indicator

KLogic 7 Mode Indicators

LHall Mode Indicators

SPreset Indicator

TSleep Indicator

UMemory Indicator

VStereo Indicator

WTuned Indicator

XAuto Indicator

MOSD Indicator

NTheater Mode Indicator

ONight Mode Indicator

PMultiroom Indicator

QSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators

RPreset Number/Sleep Timer

YMain Information Display

ZMute Indicator

ABitstream Indicators: When the input is a

digital source, one of these indicators will light to

display the specific type of data signal in use.

GAnalog Input Indicator: This indicator

lights when an analog input source has been

selected.

ONight Mode Indicator: This indicator

lights when the AVR 510 is in the Night mode,

which preserves the dynamic range of digital

program material at low volume levels.

BOptical Source Indicators: These indica-

tors light to show when an Optical Digital Input

has been selected.

HDolby 3 Stereo Indicator: This indicator

lights when the Dolby 3 Stereo Mode has been

selected.

PMultiroom Indicator: This indicator lights

when the multiroom system is active. Note that

it will remain lit when the multiroom system is

in use even though the main room system is in

the Standby mode and all other indicators are

dark. (See page 35 for more information on the

Multiroom system.)

CDTS Mode Indicator: This indicator lights

when a DTS-encoded source is playing.

IVMAx Mode Indicator: This indicator

lights when the VMAx mode is in use.

VMAxFappears when the Far Field VMAx

mode is selected; VMAxNappears when the

Near Field VMAx mode is selected. (See page

27 for a description of the VMAx modes.)

DDolby Digital Indicator: This indicator

lights when a Dolby Digital source is being

played.

QSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators: These

indicators are multipurpose, indicating either the

speaker type selected for each channel or the

incoming data-signal configuration. The left,

center, right, right surround and left surround

speaker indicators are composed of three boxes,

while the subwoofer is a single box. The center

box lights when a “Small” speaker is selected,

and the two outer boxes light when “Large”

speakers are selected. When none of the boxes

are lit for the center, surround or subwoofer

channels, no speaker has been selected for one

of those positions. (See page 22 for more infor-

mation on configuring speakers.) The letters

inside each of the center boxes display the active

input channels. For standard analog inputs, only

the L and R will light, indicating a stereo input.

When a digital source is playing, the indicators

will light to display the channels being received

at the digital input. When the letters flash, the

digital input has been interrupted. (See pages 23

ECoaxial Source Indicators: These indica-

tors light to show when a Coaxial Digital Input

has been selected.

J5-Channel Stereo Indicator: This indica-

tor lights when the 5-Channel Stereo mode has

been selected.

FDolby Pro Logic Indicator: This indicator

lights when the Dolby Pro Logic mode has been

selected.

KLogic 7 Mode Indicators: These indica-

tors light when the Logic 7 mode is in use.

LOGIC7Cappears for the Cinema version

of Logic 7, LOGIC7Mappears for the

Music version of Logic 7. (See page 27 for a

description of the Logic 7 Modes.)

NOTE: It is possible to see the Dolby Pro Logic

indicator lit simultaneously with the Dolby

Digital indicator, even though the Dolby Digital

surround mode has been selected. This is due to

the specifications for Dolby Digital processing,

which require that the Dolby Pro Logic mode

apply any time a 2-channel Dolby signal is

detected. If you desire 5.1-channel audio, check

the audio settings in the menus for both your

DVD player and your DVD disc to make sure

that a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital soundtrack has

been selected.

LHall Mode Indicators: These indicators

light when one of the Hall modes has been

selected.

MOSD Indicator: When the OSD system is in

use, this indicator lights to remind you that the

other indicators in this display do not function

when the On Screen Display is being used.

NTheater Mode Indicator: This indicator

lights to show that the Theater mode is in use.

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Front Panel Information Display

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Indicators.)

YMain Information Display: This display

shows messages relating to the status, input

source, surround mode, tuner, volume level or

other aspects of the AVR 510’s operation.

RPreset Number/Sleep Timer: When the

tuner is in use, these numbers indicate the spe-

cific preset memory location in use. (See page 31

for more information on preset stations.) When

the Sleep function is in use, these numbers show

how many minutes remain before the unit goes

into the Standby mode.

ZMute Indicator: This indicator lights to

remind you that the AVR 510’s output has been

silenced by pressing the Mute button

Press the Mute button again to return to the

previously selected output level.

SPreset Indicator: This indicator lights when

the tuner is in use to show that the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer Ris showing the sta-

tion’s preset memory number. (See page 31 for

more information on tuner presets.)

TSleep Indicator: This indicator lights when

the Sleep function is in use. The numbers in the

Preset Number/Sleep Timer indicator will

show the minutes remaining before the AVR 510

goes into the Standby mode. (See page 26 for

more information on the Sleep function.)

Memory Indicator: This indicator flashes

when entering presets and other information

into the tuner’s memory.

VStereo Indicator: This indicator lights when

an FM station is being tuned in stereo.

Tuned Indicator: This indicator lights when a

station is being received with sufficient signal

strength to provide acceptable listening quality.

XAuto Indicator: This indicator lights when

the tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

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Optical Digital Inputs

Coaxial Digital Inputs

Digital Audio Outputs

Video 3 Audio Inputs

Video 2 Audio Inputs

• CD Inputs

VIdeo 2 Audio Outputs

ª 6-Channel Direct Inputs

‚ Multiroom Outputs

⁄ Amplifier Inputs

¤ Preamp Outputs

‹ Subwoofer Output

› Video Monitor Outputs

d Remote IR Input

e Multiroom IR Input

f DVD Video Inputs

g Video 1 Video Outputs

h Video 3 Video Inputs

i Video 2 Video Inputs

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menus and the output of any standard video

source selected by the receiver’s video switcher.

¡ Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

e Multiroom IR Input: Connect the output of

an IR sensor in a remote room to this jack to

operate the AVR 510’s multiroom control system.

ﬁ Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs

to the matching + or – terminals on your left

and right surround speakers. When making

speaker connections always make certain to

maintain correct polarity by connecting the red

(+) terminals on the AVR 510 to the red (+) ter-

minals on the speakers and the black (–) termi-

nals on the AVR 510 to the black (–) terminals

on the speakers. See page 15 for more informa-

tion on speaker polarity.

™ Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

f DVD Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the composite or S-Video output jacks on a

DVD or other video source.

£ Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR

or other video source.

g Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or

S-Video jack on a VCR.

¢ AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna

supplied with the receiver to these terminals. If an

external AM antenna is used, make connections

to the AM and GND terminals in accordance

with the instructions supplied with the antenna.

h Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video

jacks on a VCR or other video source.

ﬂ Switched AC Accessory Outlet: This

outlet may be used to power any device you

wish to have turned on when the AVR 510 is

turned on with the System Power Control

button 2.

∞ Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on

a VCR.

i Video 2 Video Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video

jacks on a VCR or other video source.

§ DVD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the analog audio jacks on a DVD or other

video source.

‡ Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet: This

outlet may be used to power any AC device.

The power will remain on at this outlet regard-

less of whether the AVR 510 is on or off.

j Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or

S-Video jacks on a VCR.

¶ FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor or

an optional external FM antenna to this terminal.

k Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video

jacks on a VCR or other video source.

Note: The total power consumption of all

devices connected to the accessory outlets

should not exceed 100 watts.

• CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the out-

put of a compact disc player or CD changer.

° AC Power Cord: Connect the AC plug to

an unswitched AC wall output.

Optical Digital Inputs: Connect the opti-

ª 6-Channel Direct Inputs: If an external

digital audio decoder is used, connect the out-

puts of that decoder to these jacks.

cal digital output from a DVD player, HDTV

receiver, LD player or CD player to these jacks.

The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal,

a DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source.

· Component Video Outputs: Connect

these outputs to the component video inputs of

a video projector or monitor. When a source

connected to one of the two Component

Video Inputs ab is selected the signal will

be sent to these jacks.

‚ Multiroom Outputs: Connect these jacks

to an optional audio power amplifier to listen

to the source selected by the mulitroom system

in a remote room.

Coaxial Digital Inputs: Connect the coax

digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver,

LD player or CD player to these jacks. The signal

may be either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal

or a standard PCM digital source. Do not con-

nect the RF digital output of an LD player to

these jacks.

⁄ Amplifier Inputs: When the jumper pins

that link the Preamp Outputs ¤ with these

inputs are removed, these jacks may be used to

connect an external source or the AVR 510’s

multiroom system to the internal amplifiers.

(See page 17 for more information on using

these connections.)

a Video 2 Component Video Inputs:

Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs

of a set top converter box or other video prod-

uct to these jacks.

Digital Audio Outputs: Connect these

b DVD Component Video Inputs: Connect

the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a DVD

player to these jacks.

jacks to the matching digital input connector

on a digital recorder such as a CD-R or

MiniDisc recorder.

¤ Preamp Outputs: When the jumper pins

that link the Amplifier Inputs ⁄ with these

outputs are removed, these jacks may be con-

nected to an external power amplifier.

Video 3 Audio Inputs: Connect these

c Remote IR Output: This connection per-

mits the IR sensor in the receiver to serve other

remote controlled devices. Connect this jack to

the “IR IN” jack on Harman Kardon (or other

compatible) equipment.

jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR

or other video source.

‹ Subwoofer Output: Connect this jack to

the line-level input of a powered subwoofer. If

an external subwoofer amplifier is used, con-

nect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input.

Video 2 Audio Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR

or other video source.

d Remote IR Input: If the AVR 510’s front-

panel IR sensor is blocked due to cabinet

doors or other obstructions, an external IR

sensor may be used. Connect the output of

the sensor to this jack.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect these

› Video Monitor Outputs: Connect this

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

monitor or video projector to view the on-screen

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on a

VCR or other video source.

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aPower On Button

bIR Transmitter Window

cProgram/SPL Indicator

dPower Off Button

eInput Selectors

fAVR Selector

gAM/FM Tuner Select

hLearn Button

iTest Button

c b

POWER

MUTE

OFF

jSleep Button

kSurround Mode Selector

l Night Mode

AVR

TAPE

DVD

VCR

VID1

CBL/SAT

VID3

VID2

VID4

SPL

mChannel Select Button

⁄ ¤

Buttons

Button

6 CH.

AM/FM

LEARN

‹

pSet Button

qDigital Select

TEST

T/V

SLEEP

CH.

VOL.

NIGHT

M-ROOM

rNumeric Keys

sTuner Mode

tDirect Button

uTuning Up/Down

vOSD Button

wMacro Buttons

xTransport Controls

ySkip Up/Down Buttons

zDisc Skip Buttons

`Preset Up/Down

SURR.

SET

Clear Button

Memory Button

Delay/Prev. Ch.

Button

›

Speaker Select

Multiroom

Volume Up/Down

TUN-M

MEM

TV/Video Selector

SPL Indicator Select

6-Channel Direct Input

Mute

DIRECT

OSD

CLEAR

D.SKIP

TUNING

PRESET

EzSet Sensor Microphone

40 Light Button

NOTE: The function names shown here are each

button’s feature when used with the AVR 510.

Most buttons have additional functions when

used with other devices. See pages 41–42 for a

list of these functions.

DWN

SKIP

LIGHT

510

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Main Remote Control Functions

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 510’s remote

may be programmed to control up to eight

devices, including the AVR 510. Before using the

remote, it is important to remember to press the

Input Selector button ethat corresponds to

the unit you wish to operate. In addition, the

AVR 510’s remote is shipped from the factory to

operate the AVR 510 and most Harman Kardon

CD or DVD players and cassette decks. The

remote is also capable of operating a wide vari-

ety of other products using the control codes

that are part of the remote. Before using the

remote with other products, follow the instruc-

tions on pages 36–40 to program the proper

codes for the products in your system.

dialog (center channel) intelligibility at low

volume levels.

fAVR Selector: Pressing this button will

switch the remote so that it will operate the

AVR 510’s functions. If the AVR 510 is in the

Standby mode, it will also turn the AVR 510 on.

mChannel Select Button: This button is

used to start the process of setting the AVR 510’s

output levels to an external source. Once this but-

⁄ ¤

gAM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button to

select the AVR 510’s tuner as the listening

choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is

already in use will select between the AM and

FM bands.

ton is pressed, use the

buttons nto

select the channel being adjusted, then press the

⁄ ¤

Set button p, followed by the

buttons

again, to change the level setting. (See page 31

for more information.)

hLearn Button: Press this button to begin

the process of “learning” the codes from another

product’s remote into the AVR 510’s remote. (See

page 37 for more information on using the

remote’s learning function.)

⁄ ¤

Buttons: These are multi-purpose

buttons. They will be used most frequently to

select a surround mode. To change the surround

mode, first press the Surround Mode selector

k. Next press these buttons to scroll up or

down through the list of surround modes that

appear in the Main Information Display 25..

These buttons are also used to increase or

decrease output levels when configuring the

unit with either the internal test tone or an

external source. They are also used to enter

It is also important to remember that many of

the buttons on the remote take on different

functions, depending on the product selected

using the Device Control Selectors. The descrip-

tions shown here primarily detail the functions

of the remote when it is used to operate the

AVR 510. (See page 40 for information about

alternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)

iTest Button: Press this button to begin

the sequence used to calibrate the AVR 510’s

output levels. (See page 23 for more information

on calibrating the AVR 510.)

jSleep Button: Press this button to place

the unit in the Sleep mode. After the time

shown in the display, the AVR 510 will auto-

matically go into the Standby mode. Each press

of the button changes the time until turn-off in

the following order:

delay time settings after the Delay button

has been pressed.

aPower On Button: Press this button to

turn on the power to a device selected by press-

ing one of the Input Selectors e.

o^‹Button: This button is used to change

the menu selection or setting during some of

the setup procedures for the AVR 510.

min

bIR Transmitter Window: Point this win-

dow towards the AVR 510 when pressing buttons

on the remote to make certain that infrared com-

mands are properly received.

pSet Button: This button is used to enter

settings into the AVR 510’s memory. It is also

used in the setup procedures for delay time,

speaker configuration and channel output level

adjustment.

OFF

min

Note that this button is also used to change

channels on your TV when the TV is selected.

cProgram/SPL Indicator: This three-color

indicator is used to guide you through the

process of programming the remote or learning

commands from a remote into the AVR 510’s

remote code memory and it is also used as a

level indicator when using the remote’s EzSet

capabilities. (See page 23 for more information

on setting output levels, and see page 36 for

information on programming the remote.)

When the AVR 510 remote is being programmed

with the codes to operate another device, this

button is also used in the “Auto Search” process.

(See page 36 for more information on program-

ming the remote.)

qDigital Select: Press this button to assign

one of the digital inputs #%to a source.

(See page 28 for more information on using

digital inputs.)

rNumeric Keys: These buttons serve as a

ten-button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset

positions. They are also used to select channel

numbers when TV has been selected on the

remote, or to select track numbers on a CD,

DVD or LD player, depending on how the

remote has been programmed.

kSurround Mode Selector: Press this

button to begin the process of changing

the surround mode. After the button has

⁄ ¤

dPower Off Button: Press this button to

place the AVR 510 or a selected device in the

Standby mode. Note that this will turn off the

main room functions, but if the Multiroom sys-

tem is activated, it will continue to function.

been pressed, use the

buttons n to

select the desired surround mode. (See page 28

for more information.) Note that this button is

also used to tune channels when the TV is

selected using the device Input Selector

e. When the AVR 510 remote is being pro-

grammed with the codes of another device, this

button is also used in the “Auto Search”

process. (See page 36 for more information on

programming the remote.)

sTuner Mode: Press this button when the

tuner is in use to select between automatic

tuning and manual tuning. When the button is

pressed so that the AUTO indicator Xgoes

eInput Selectors: Pressing one of these

buttons will perform three actions at the same

time. First, if the AVR 510 is not turned on, this

will power up the unit. Next, it will select the

source shown on the button as the input to the

AVR 510. Finally, it will change the remote con-

trol so that it controls the device selected. After

pressing one of these buttons you must press

the AVR Selector button fagain to oper-

ate the AVR 510’s functions with the remote.

out, pressing the Tuning buttons u8

≠

will move the frequency up or down in single-

step increments. When the FM band is in use,

pressing this button when a station’s signal is

weak will change to monaural reception. (See

page 30 for more information.)

lNight Mode: Press this button to activate

the Night mode. This mode is available in spe-

cially encoded digital sources, and it preserves

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ory. When some source devices, such as CD

tDirect Button: Press this button when

the tuner is in use to start the sequence for

direct entry of a station’s frequency. After press-

ing the button, simply press the proper

Numeric Keys rto select a station. (See

page 30 for more information on the tuner.)

TV/Video Button: This button does not

players, VCRs and cassette decks, are selected

using the device Input Selectors e, these

buttons may function as Chapter Step or Track

Advance.

have a direct function on the AVR 510, but

when used with a compatibly programmed

VCR, DVD or satellite receiver that has a

“TV/Video” function, pressing this button will

switch between the output of the player or

receiver and the external video input to that

player. Consult the Owner’s Manual for your

specific player or receiver for the details of how

it implements this function.

28 Clear Button: Press this button to clear

incorrect entries when using the remote to

directly enter a radio station’s frequency.

uTuning Up/Down: When the tuner is in

use, these buttons will tune up or down through

the selected frequency band. If the Tuner Mode

button s@has been pressed so that the

AUTO indicator Xis illuminated, pressing and

holding either of the buttons for three seconds

will cause the tuner to seek the next station with

acceptable signal strength for quality reception.

When the AUTO indicator Xis NOT illumi-

nated, pressing these buttons will tune stations

in single-step increments. (See page 30 for more

information.)

Memory Button: Press this button to

enter a radio station into the AVR 510’s preset

memory. Once the MEMORY indicator U

flashes, you have five seconds to enter a preset

memory location using the Numeric Keys

r. (See page 31 for more information.)

SPL Indicator Select: This button acti-

vates the AVR 510’s EzSet function to quickly

and accurately calibrate the AVR 510’s output

levels. Press and hold the button for three sec-

onds and then release it. Note that the test

tone will begin circulating, and the

Program/SPL Indicator cwill change col-

ors. During this sequence, EzSet will automati-

cally adjust the output levels for all channels

until they are equal, as shown by the

Program/SPL Indicator lighting green for

each channel. Press this button again when the

adjustment is complete to turn off the test

tone. (See page 24 for more information on

EzSet.)

Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button to

begin the process for setting the delay times

used by the AVR 510 when processing surround

sound. After pressing this button, the delay

times are entered by pressing the Set button

⁄ ¤

vOSD Button: Press this button to activate

the On Screen Display (OSD) system used to set

up or adjust the AVR 510’s parameters.

pand then using the

buttons nto

change the setting. Press the Set button p

again to complete the process. (See page 21 for

more information.)

wMacro Buttons: Press these buttons

to store or recall a “Macro”, which is a

preprogrammed sequence of commands

stored in the remote. (See page 37 for more

information on storing and recalling macros.)

›

Button: Press this button to change a

6-Ch. Direct Input: Press this button

setting or selection when configuring many of the

AVR 510’s settings.

to select the component connected to the

6-Channel Direct Input ª as the source.

xTransport Controls: These buttons do

not have any functions for the AVR 510, but

they may be programmed for the forward/

reverse play operation of a wide variety of CD

or DVD players, and audio or video cassette

recorders. (See page 38 for more information.)

Speaker Select: Press this button

Mute: Press this button to momentarily

to begin the process of configuring the

silence the AVR 510 or TV set being controlled,

depending on which device has been selected.

When the AVR 510 remote is being programmed

to operate another device, this button is pressed

with the Input Selector button e to begin

the programming process. (See page 36 for

more information on programming the remote.)

AVR 510’s bass management system for use

with the type of speakers used in your system.

Once the button has been pressed, use the

ySkip Up/Down Buttons: These buttons

do not have a direct function with the AVR 510,

but when used with a compatibly programmed

CD or DVD changer they will change the disc

currently being played in the changer.

⁄ ¤

buttons nto select the channel you

wish to set up. Press the Set button pand

then select another channel to configure.

When all adjustments have been completed,

press the Set button ptwice to exit the

settings and return to normal operation. (See

page 22 for more information.)

EzSet Sensor Microphone: The sensor

microphone for the EzSet microphone is behind

these slots. When using the remote to calibrate

speaker output levels using EzSet, be sure that

you do not hold the remote in a way that cov-

ers these slots. (See page 24 for more informa-

tion on using EzSet.)

zDisc Skip Buttons: These buttons have

no direct function for the AVR 510, but they are

often used when the remote is programmed to

operate a CD or DVD changer to change the

discs in the changer. (See page 38 for more

information on using the remote with other

devices.)

Multiroom: Press this button to activate

the multiroom system or to begin the process of

changing the input or volume level for the sec-

ond zone. (See page 35 for more information on

the multiroom system.)

Light Button: Press this button to acti-

vate the remote’s backlight for ease of use in

darkened rooms.

`Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is

in use, press these buttons to scroll through the

stations programmed into the AVR 510’s mem-

Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons to

raise or lower the system volume.

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Power Off: When used in the room

Preset Up/Down – Track Skip: When

where the AVR 510 is located, press this button

to place the unit in Standby. When it is used in

a remote room with a sensor that is connected

to the Multi IR jack e, this button turns the

Multiroom system on and off.

the AVR 510’s tuner is selected as the input

source, these buttons will move up or down

through the list of stations that have been

stored in the preset memory. When a CD or

DVD player is selected, these buttons activate

the Forward or Reverse Track or Chapter Skip

functions.

POWER

OFF

MUTE

VID2

AVR

VID1

AM/FM

DVD

VID3

VID4

TAPE

∫

AVR Selector: Press this button to turn

on the AVR 510. The input in use when the unit

was last on will be selected.

Disc Skip: Press this button to change

TUNING

discs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVD

players.

AM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button

PRESET

to select the Tuner as the input to the

Multiroom system. Press it again to change

between the AM and FM bands.

Volume Up/Down: When used in the

DISC SKIP

room where the AVR 510 is located, press this

button to raise or lower the volume in that

room. When it is used in a remote room with a

sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR

jack e, this button will raise or lower the vol-

ume in the remote room.

∂

Input Selectors: When the AVR 510 is

off, press one of these buttons to select a spe-

cific input and turn the unit on. When the unit

is already in use, pressing one of these buttons

will change the input.

VOLUME

∆

Play Forward/Reverse/Stop: Press

≠

Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play: When

these buttons to control compatible

this remote is used in the same room as the

AVR 510, these buttons may be used to change

the frequency of the tuner. These buttons may

also control the Fast Play or Fast Reverse func-

tions of compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD or

cassette decks in the same room, or from a

remote room when an IR link is connected to

the AVR 510.

Harman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette players.

Mute: When used in the room where the

AVR 510 is located, press this button to tem-

porarily silence the unit. When it is used in a

remote room with a sensor that is connected to

the Multiroom IR jack e, this button will

temporarily silence the feed to the remote room

only. Press the button again to return to the

previous volume level.

Record/Pause: Press this button to acti-

vate the Record or Pause function on compati-

ble Harman Kardon CD, DVD or Cassette Deck

products.

NOTE: The Zone II remote may be used in

either the same room where the AVR 510 is

located, or it may be used in a separate room

with an optional infrared sensor that is con-

nected to the AVR 510’s Multiroom IR Input

jack e. When it is used in the same room as

the AVR 510, it will control the functions of the

AVR 510 or any compatible Harman Kardon

products in that room. When it is used in a sep-

arate room via a sensor connected to the

Multiroom IR jack e, the buttons for power,

input source, volume and mute will control the

source and volume for the second zone, as con-

nected to the Multiroom Out jacks ‚. (See

page 35 for complete information on using the

Multiroom system.)

∫

∂

≠

Power Off

AVR Selector

AM/FM Tuner Select

Input Selectors

Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play

Record/Pause

Preset/Track Skip

Disc Skip

Volume Up/Down

Play Forward/Reverse/Stop

Mute

∆

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Installation and Connections

System Installation

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM

(75-ohm) connection ¶. The FM antenna may

be an external roof antenna, an inside powered

or wire-lead antenna or a connection from a

cable TV system. Note that if the antenna or

connection uses 300-ohm twin-lead cable, you

must use the 300-ohm-to-75-ohm adapter sup-

plied with the unit to make the connection.

uration. To ensure proper phase and optimal

performance, consult the identification plate on

your speaker or the speaker’s manual to verify

polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your

speaker, ask your dealer for advice before pro-

ceeding, or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid

surface capable of supporting its weight, you will

need to make the connections to your audio and

video equipment.

Audio Equipment Connections

We recommend that you use high-quality inter-

connect cables when making connections to

source equipment and recorders to preserve the

integrity of the signals.

We also recommend that the length of cable

used to connect speaker pairs be identical.

For example, use the same length piece of

cable to connect the front-left and front-right

or surround-left and surround-right speakers,

even if the speakers are a different distance

from the AVR 510.

7. Connect the front, center and surround

speaker outputs ﬁ to the respective speakers.

When making connections to audio source

equipment or speakers, it is always a good

practice to unplug the unit from the AC wall

outlet. This prevents any possibility of acciden-

tally sending audio or transient signals to the

speakers that may damage them.

To ensure that all the audio signals are carried

to your speakers without loss of clarity or reso-

lution, we suggest that you use high-quality

speaker cable. Many brands of cable are avail-

able and the choice of cable may be influenced

by the distance between your speakers and the

receiver, the type of speakers you use, personal

preferences and other factors. Your dealer or

installer is a valuable resource to consult in

selecting the proper cable.

8. Connections to a subwoofer are normally

made via a line-level audio connection from the

Subwoofer Output ‹ to the line-level input

of a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. When a

passive subwoofer is used, the connection first

goes to a power amplifier, which will be con-

nected to one or more subwoofer speakers. If

you are using a powered subwoofer that does

not have line-level input connections, follow the

instructions furnished with the speaker for con-

nection information.

1. Connect the analog output of a CD player to

the CD inputs •.

NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and

variable audio outputs, it is best to use the

fixed output unless you find that the input to

the receiver is so low that the sound is noisy, or

so high that the signal is distorted.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we

recommend that you use a cable constructed of

fine, multistrand copper with a gauge of 14 or

smaller. Remember that in specifying cable, the

lower the number, the thicker the cable.

2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a cas-

sette deck, MD, CD-R or other audio recorder to

the Tape Input jacks ¡. Connect the analog

Record/In jacks on the recorder to the Tape

Output jacks ™ on the AVR 510.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short

runs of less than ten feet. We do not recom-

mend that you use cables with an AWG equiva-

lent of 18 or higher, due to the power loss and

degradation in performance that will occur.

3. Connect the output of any digital sources

to the appropriate input connections on the

AVR 510 rear panel. Note that the Optical

31 32

Cables that are run inside walls should have the

appropriate markings to indicate listing with UL,

CSA or other appropriate testing agency stan-

dards. Questions about running cables inside

walls should be referred to your installer or a

licensed electrical contractor who is familiar

with the NEC and/or the applicable local build-

ing codes in your area.

and Coaxial digital inputs

#%may

be used with a Dolby Digital or DTS source or

the output of a conventional CD or LD player’s

PCM (S/P-DIF) output.

4. Connect the coaxial or optical Digital Audio

Outputs

on the rear panel of the AVR 510 to

the matching digital input connections on a CD-R

or MiniDisc recorder.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be cer-

tain to observe proper polarity. Remember to

connect the “negative” or “black” wire to the

same terminal on both the receiver and the

speaker. Similarly, the “positive” or “red” wire

should be connected to like terminals on the

AVR 510 and speaker.

5. Assemble the AM Loop Antenna supplied

with the unit as shown below. Connect it to the

AM and GND screw terminals ¢.

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturers

adhere to an industry convention of using black

terminals for negative and red ones for positive,

some manufacturers may vary from this config-

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Video Equipment Connections

Video Connection Notes:

panel should be connected to the IR IN jack on

source equipment. This will enable the remote

room location to control source equipment

functions.

Video equipment is connected in the same man-

ner as audio components. Again, the use of high-

quality interconnect cables is recommended to

preserve signal quality.

• When the component video jacks are used,

the on-screen menus will not be visible. You

must switch to the standard composite or

S-Video input on your TV to view those

menus.

• The AVR 510’s component video system is

designed for standard video rate (NTSC/480i)

video from DVD players and similar devices.

While it will operate with high-definition

signals, or progressive-scan DVD players, the

quality may be slightly less than with a direct

connection.

• The AVR 510 will accept either standard

composite, S-Video or Y/Pr/Pb component

video signals. However, it will not convert

composite or S signals to component video.

• Component, S- or composite video signals

may only be viewed in their native formats.

Component or S-Video inputs may only be

viewed when the AVR 510 is connected to a

TV or video display that is capable of receiv-

ing that type of signal.

NOTE: All remotely controlled components

must be linked together in a “daisy chain”.

Connect the IR OUT jack of one unit to the

IR IN of the next to establish this chain.

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

audio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1

or Video 2 In jacks £ik 35 on the rear

panel. The Audio and Video Record/In jacks on

the VCR should be connected to the Video 1

or Video 2 Out jacks ∞gj 36 on the

AVR 510.

Multiroom Audio Connections

Depending on the distance from the AVR 510

to the remote room, two options are available

for audio connection:

2. Connect the analog audio and video outputs

of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or

television set or any other video source to the

Option 1: Use high-quality, shielded audio

interconnect cable from the AVR 510’s location

to the remote room. In the remote room, con-

nect the interconnect cable to a stereo power

amplifier. The amplifier will be connected to the

room’s speakers. No volume control is required,

as the AVR 510 and the remote IR link will pro-

vide that function. At the AVR 510, plug the

audio interconnect cables into the Multiroom

Output jacks ‚ on the AVR 510’s rear panel.

Video 3 h

jacks.

3. Connect the analog audio and video

outputs of a DVD or laser disc player to the

DVD jacks §f.

4. Connect the digital audio outputs of a DVD

player, satellite receiver, cable box or HDTV con-

System and Power Connections

verter to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial

31 32

Digital Inputs

#%.

NOTE: The remote power amplifier must have

signal-sensing capability or be left on constantly to

ensure automatic operation in the remote room.

The AVR 510 is designed for flexible use with

multiroom systems, external control compo-

nents and power amplifiers.

5. Connect the Video Monitor Output ›

jacks on the receiver to the composite or

S-Video input of your television monitor or

video projector.

Option 2: Place the amplifier that will provide

power to the remote location speakers in the

same room as the AVR 510, and connect the

Multiroom Output jacks ‚ on the rear

panel of the AVR 510 to the audio input of the

remote room amplifier. Use the appropriate

speaker wire to connect the optional power

amplifier to the remote speakers. High-quality

wire of at least AWG14 is recommended for

long multiroom connections.

Main Room Remote Control Extension

If the receiver is placed behind a solid or

smoked glass cabinet door, the obstruction may

prevent the remote sensor from receiving com-

mands. In this event, an optional remote sensor

may be used. Connect the output of the remote

sensor to the Remote IR Input jack d.

6. If your DVD player and monitor both have

component video connections, connect the

component outputs of the DVD player to the

DVD Component Video Inputs b. Note

that even when component video connections

are used, the audio connections should still be

made to either the analog DVD Audio Inputs

§ or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digital

If other components are also prevented from

receiving remote commands, only one sensor is

needed. Simply use this unit’s sensor or a

remote eye by running a connection from the

Remote IR Output jack c to the Remote

IR Input jack on Harman Kardon or other com-

patible equipment.

Input jacks

7. If another component video device is avail-

able, connect it to the Video 2 Component

Video Input jacks a. The audio connections

for this device should be made to either the

Multiroom IR Link

Video 2 Audio Input jacks

or any of the

The remote room IR receiver should be connected

to the AVR 510 via standard coaxial cable. Plug

the IR connection cable into the Multiroom IR

Input jack e on the AVR 510’s rear panel.

Optical or Coaxial Digital Input jacks

8. If the component video inputs are used, con-

nect the Component Video Output · to

the component video inputs of your TV, projec-

tor or display device.

If other Harman Kardon compatible source

equipment is part of the main room installation,

the Remote IR Output jack c on the rear

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IMPORTANT NOTE: Any cables run inside walls

should be CL3/FT4-rated or carry any other certi-

fication that is required by the NEC or state and

local building and electrical codes. To avoid inter-

ference, audio and speaker cables should not be

parallel to, or run in the same conduits or path

with, AC cables. If you have any questions about

multiroom wiring, consult your dealer, custom

installer or low-voltage electrical contractor.

External Audio Decoder Connection

To provide for ultimate flexibility, the AVR 510

may be used in conjunction with optional,

external decoders for digital audio systems

other than the AVR 510’s own built-in Dolby

Digital and DTS decoding system or with DVD

players using the DVD Audio Format. If an

external decoder is used, connect the output

jacks of the decoder to the 6-Channel Direct

Inputs ª, making sure to match channels.

NOTE: Many audio and video products go into

a Standby mode when they are used with

switched outlets, and cannot be fully turned on

using the outlet alone without a remote control

command.

The Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet ‡

will receive power as long as the unit is

plugged into a powered AC outlet.

Finally, when all connections are complete, plug

the power cord into a nonswitched 110-volt AC

wall outlet. You’re almost ready to enjoy the

AVR 510!

External Audio Power Amplifier

Connections

These jacks may also be used for connections to

devices such as DVD players or High Definition

Television (HDTV) sets or decoders that feature

built-in digital surround decoders. Although the

digital decoding system in the AVR 510 will typi-

cally provide audio performance that is superior

to other decoders, you may use these jacks to

provide an additional 6-channel input for connec-

tion to a DVD player or HDTV set with a built-in

decoder and discrete 6-channel analog outputs.

If desired, the AVR 510 may be connected to

optional, external audio power amplifiers or

used with equalizers or speaker systems that

require connection between the preamp and

amplifier sections of a receiver.

To make these connections, remove the jumpers

that connect the Preamp Out jacks ¤ and

Amplifier In jacks ⁄ for the channels to be

used with external devices. Store the jumpers in

a safe place so that the AVR 510 may be used

in its normal mode at a future date, if desired.

AC Power Connections

This unit is equipped with two accessory AC

outlets. They may be used to power accessory

devices, but they should not be used with high-

current draw equipment such as power ampli-

fiers. The total power draw to each outlet may

not exceed 100 watts.

When an external amplifier is used, connect the

Preamp Out jacks ¤ to the inputs on the

amplifier. When an equalizer or speaker proces-

sor is used, connect the Preamp Out jacks ¤

to the inputs of the processor, and connect the

outputs of the processor back to the Amplifier

In jacks ⁄ on the AVR 510. Note that when

external amplifiers or devices are used, the vol-

ume control is still controlled by the AVR 510,

although additional volume controls on the

external device may impact the volume settings

and output levels from the AVR 510.

The Switched AC Accessory Outlet ﬂ will

receive power only when the unit is on. This is

recommended for devices that have no power

switch or a mechanical power switch that may

be left in the “ON” position.

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Center Front Speaker

When all audio, video and system connections

have been made, there are a few configuration

adjustments that must be made. A few minutes

spent to correctly configure and calibrate the

unit will greatly add to your listening experience.

position at the same time (without delay from

the center speaker compared to the left and

right speakers).

No more

than 24"

Surround speakers should be placed on the side

walls of the room, at or slightly behind the

listening position. The center of the speaker

should face into the room. The speakers should

be located so that the bottom of the cabinet

is at least two feet higher than the listeners’

ears when the listeners are seated in the

desired area.

Left Front

Speaker

Right Front

Speaker

Speaker Selection and Placement

The placement of speakers in a multichannel

home-theater system can have a noticeable

impact on the quality of sound reproduced.

A) Front Channel Speaker Installation With

Direct-View TV Sets or Rear-Screen Projectors

TV or Projection Screen

No matter which type or brand of speakers is

used, the same model or brand of speaker

should be used for the left front, center and

right front speakers. This creates a seamless

front soundstage and eliminates the possibility

of distracting sonic disturbances that occur

when a sound moves across mismatched

front-channel speakers.

Center Front

Speaker

If side-wall mounting is not practical, the

speakers may be placed on a rear wall, behind

the listening position. Again, they should be

located so that the bottom of the cabinet is at

least two feet higher than the listeners’ ears.

The speakers should be no more than six feet

behind the rear of the seating area.

Left Front

Speaker

Right Front

Speaker

Speaker Placement

Depending on the type of center-channel speaker

in use and your viewing device, place the center

speaker either directly above or below your TV,

or in the center behind a perforated front pro-

jection screen.

Subwoofers produce nondirectional sound, so

they may be placed almost anywhere in a

room. Actual placement should be based on

room size and shape and the type of subwoofer

used. One method of finding the optimal loca-

tion for a subwoofer is to begin by placing it in

the front of the room, about six inches from a

wall, or near the front corner of the room.

Another method is to temporarily place the

subwoofer at your normal listening position,

and then walk around the room until you find

a spot where the subwoofer sounds best. Place

the subwoofer in that spot. You should also

follow the instructions of the subwoofer’s man-

ufacturer, or you may wish to experiment with

the best location for a subwoofer in your lis-

tening room.

Once the center channel speaker is installed,

position the front left and front right speakers

so that they are as far away from one another

as the center-channel speaker is from the pre-

ferred listening position. Ideally, the front-channel

speakers should be placed so that their tweeters

are no more than 24" above or below the

tweeter in the center-channel speaker.

Optional Rear-Wall Mounting

B) The distance between the left and right

speakers should be equal to the distance

from the seating position to the viewing

screen. You may also experiment with plac-

ing the left and right speakers slightly for-

ward of the center speaker.

Depending on the specifics of your room

acoustics and the type of speakers in use, you

may find that imaging is improved by moving

the left front and right front speakers slightly

forward of the center-channel speaker. If possi-

ble, adjust all front loudspeakers so that they

are aimed at ear height when you are seated

in the listening position.

At least 6 inches from ceiling

System Setup

Once the speakers have been placed in the

room and connected, the remaining steps

in the setup process are to program the

AVR 510’s bass management system for the

type of speakers used in your system, calibrate

the output levels, and set the delay times used

by the surround-sound processor.

At least 2 feet

Using these guidelines, you’ll find that it takes

some experimentation to find the correct location

for the front speakers in your particular installa-

tion. Don’t be afraid to move things around until

the system sounds correct. Optimize your speak-

ers so that audio transitions across the front of

the room sound smooth, and that sounds from

all speakers appear to arrive at the listening

You are now ready to power up the AVR 510 to

begin these final adjustments.

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the image to be permanently “burned into” the

CRT. This type of damage is not covered by the

AVR 510 warranty and may not be covered by

the projector/TV set’s warranty.

1. Plug the AC Power Cord ° into an

unswitched AC outlet.

to adjust, and then press the Set button pto

adjust that item. Note that the menus will

remain on the screen for 20 seconds, and then

they will “time-out” and disappear from the

screen. The time-out may be increased to as

much as 50 seconds by going to the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu, and

changing the item titled FULLOSD

TIMEOUT.

2. Press the Main Power Switch 1in until

it latches and the word “OFF” on the top

of the switch disappears inside the front

panel. Note that the Power Indicator 3

will turn amber, indicating that the unit is

in the Standby mode.

The AVR 510 has two on-screen display modes,

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

configuration adjustments, it is recommended

that the Full-OSD mode be used. This will place

a complete status report or option listing on

the screen, making it easier to view the avail-

able options. The Semi-OSD mode uses one-line

displays only.

3. Remove the protective plastic film from the

front-panel lens. If left in place, the film

may affect the performance of your remote

control.

Setting the System Configuration

Memories

The AVR 510 features an advanced memory

system that enables you to establish different

configurations for the speaker configuration,

digital input, surround mode, delay times,

crossover frequency and output levels for each

input source. This flexibility enables you to

custom-tailor the way in which you listen to

each source and have the AVR 510 memorize

those settings. This means, for example, that

you may use different output levels or trims for

different sources, or set different speaker con-

figurations with the resultant changes to the

bass management system. Once these settings

are made, they will automatically be recalled

whenever you select that input.

Making Configuration Adjustments

The full OSD system is always available by

pressing the OSD button v. When this

button is pressed, the MASTERMENU

(Figure 1) will appear, and adjustments are

made from the individual menus. The semi-OSD

system is also available as a system default,

although it may be turned off by using the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu. (See page

33.) With the semi-OSD system, you may make

adjustments directly, by pressing the buttons on

the front panel or remote control for the specif-

ic parameter to be adjusted. For example, press

the Speaker Select button 32 ıto set the

speaker configuration, etc.

4. Install the three supplied AAA batteries in

the remote as shown. Be certain to follow

the (+) and (–) polarity indicators that are

on the bottom of the battery compartment.

5. Turn the AVR 510 on either by pressing the

System Power Control 2on the front

panel, or via the remote by pressing the

AVR Selector for any of the Input

Selectors egon the remote. The

Power Indicator 3will turn green to

confirm that the unit is on, and the Main

Information Display Ûwill also light.

The factory default settings for the AVR 510

have all inputs configured for an analog source,

stereo as the surround mode, the front left and

right speakers set to “large,” and a subwoofer

connected. Before using the unit, you will prob-

ably want to change the settings for most

inputs so that they are properly configured to

reflect the use of digital or analog inputs, the

type of speakers installed and the surround

mode specifics. Remember that since the

AVR 510 memorizes the settings for each input

individually, you will need to make these

adjustments for each input used. However, once

they are made, further adjustment is only

required when system components are

changed.

MASTER

INPUT SETUP

SURROUND

SPEAKER

SETUP

OUTPUT

ADJUST

CHANNEL

MULTI-ROOM

ADVANCED

EXIT

Using the On-Screen Display

When making the following adjustments, you

may find it easier to use the AVR 510’s on-

screen display system. These easy-to-read dis-

plays give you a clear picture of the current sta-

tus of the unit and make it easy to see which

speaker, delay, input or digital selection you are

making.

Figure 1

Note that when the full OSD system is in use,

the menu selections are not shown in the Main

Information Display ÛY. When the full

OSD menu system is used, OSD ON will appear

in the Main Information Display Yand the

OSD Indicator Mwill light to remind you

that a video display must be used. When the

semi-OSD system is used in conjunction with

the discrete configuration buttons, the on-

screen display will show a single line of text

with the current menu selection. That selection

will also be shown in the Main Information

Display Y.

To view the on-screen menus, make certain you

have made a connection from the Video

Monitor Out jack › on the rear panel to the

composite or S-Video input of your TV or pro-

jector. In order to view the AVR 510’s displays,

the correct video source must be selected on

the video display.

To make this process as quick and as easy as

possible, we suggest that you use the full-OSD

system with the on-screen menus, and step

through each input. Once you have completed

the settings for the first input, many settings

may be duplicated for the remaining inputs. It is

also a good idea to set the configuration data

in the order these items are listed in the

MASTERMENU, as some settings require a

specific entry in a prior menu item. Remember

that once the settings are made for one input,

they must be made for all other input sources

in your system.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the displays

on a projection TV, it is important that they not be

left on the screen for an extended period of time.

As with any video display, but particularly with

projectors, constant display of a static image such

as these menus or video game images may cause

To use the full OSD menu system, press the

OSD button v. When the menu is on the

⁄ ¤

screen, press the

on-screen cursor is next to the item you wish

buttons nuntil the

›

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Input Setup

until the desired digital or analog input is

shown in the Main Information Display Y

and in the lower third of the video display

connected to the AVR 510. Press the Set

button pto enter the new digital input

assignment.

surround modes are a matter of personal taste,

feel free to select any mode you wish – you

may change it later. However, to make it easier

to establish the initial parameters for the

AVR 510, it is best to select Dolby Pro Logic for

most analog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs

connected to digital sources. In the case of

inputs such as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner,

you may wish to set the mode to Stereo (as

they are not typically used with multichannel

program material), where it is unlikely that

surround-encoded material will be used.

The first step in configuring the AVR 510 is to

select an input. This may be done by pressing

the front panel Input Source Selector !

until the desired input’s name appears momen-

tarily in the Main Information Display Y,

and the green LED lights next to the input’s

name in the front panel Input Indicators .

The input may also be selected by pressing

the appropriate Input Selector on the remote

control eg.

An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the abil-

ity to switch front panel jacks from their normal

use as inputs to output connections so that

portable recording devices may easily be con-

nected. The front panel analog Video 4 Inputs

^are normally set as an input for use with

camcorders, video games and other portable

audio/video products, but they may be switched

to an output for connection to portable

When using the full-OSD system to make the

setup adjustments, press the OSD button v

once so that the MASTERMENU(Figure 1)

Alternatively, the Logic 7 Music mode is a good

choice for stereo-only source material.

›

appears. Note that the cursor will be next to

NOTE: If you have selected Logic 7 C or M as

your surround mode for the current listening

session, and you are using a digital input, and

you have not changed the default surround

mode for that input source to the same Logic 7

mode, then you will notice that if the digital

signal is interrupted for any reason (such as

stopping the source device), upon resumption

of the signal, the AVR 510 will use a different

surround mode. In fact, the AVR 510 will use

whichever mode was set as the default for that

source. The factory default for all sources is

Stereo mode, unless the receiver detects a

Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream.

the INPUTSETUPline. Press the Set but-

ton pto enter the menu and the IN/OUT

SETUPmenu (Figure 2) will appear on the

‹›

audio/video recorders. To temporarily switch

them to outputs, you must first be at the

IN/OUTSETUPmenu. Press the

›

screen. Press the

buttons o

until

button nuntil the on-screen cursor is

›

the desired input name appears in the high-

lighted video, as well as being indicated in the

front panel Input Indicators by the green

LED next to the desired input name. If the input

will use the standard left/right analog inputs,

no further adjustment is needed.

pointing to the VIDEO4line. Press the

button

so that the word OUTis high-

lighted. Note that the Input/Output Status

Indicator $between the S and Composite

video jacks will turn red, indicating that the

analog Video 4 jacks are now record outputs.

IN/OUT

SETUP

On the AVR 510, the Digital Coax 3 jack %

is normally an input, but this may also be

switched to a digital output for use with

CD-R/RW decks, MD recorders or other A/V

recorders. To change the jack to an output,

⁄ ¤

INPUT

:VIDEO

DIGITAL

IN:ANALOG

VIDEO

:IN

OUT

COAXIAL

RETURN

:IN

It is easiest to complete the surround setup

using the full-OSD on-screen menus. From the

⁄ ¤

press the

buttons nwhile the

MASTERMENU(Figure 1), press the

›

IN/OUTSETUPmenu is on the screen

buttons nuntil the cursor is next to the

SURROUNDSETUPmenu. Press the Set

button pso that the SURROUND

SETUPmenu (Figure 3 or 4) is on the

screen.

›

until the cursor is next to COAXIAL3.

‹›

Figure 2

Then press the

buttons o/ 31 so that

the word OUTis highlighted. Note that the

Input/Output Status Indicator $will turn

red, indicating that the jack is now a record

output.

If you wish to associate one of the digital

inputs with the selected input source, press the

SURROUND

SETUP

button non the remote while the

SURROUND:

SURR

OFF

IN/OUTSETUPmenu (Figure 2) is on

the screen, and note that the on-screen cursor

will drop down to the DIGITALINline.

‹ ›

NOTE: A signal will be sent to this jack only

when the input selected for use by the AVR 510

is digital. Digital signals will be passed through

regardless of their format, and which digital

input (optical or coax) they are fed from.

However, analog signals are not converted to

digital, and the format of the signal (e.g., PCM,

Dolby Digital or DTS) may not be changed.

CENTER

SURR

DELAY:

""MS

"""

NIGHT:

RETURN

"""

Press the

buttons o

until the name

of the desired digital input appears. To return to

the analog input, press the buttons until the

word ANALOGappears. When the correct

input source appears, press the button n

once so that the cursor appears next to

Figure 3

›

RETURNTOMENU, and press the Set

button p.

SURROUND

SETUP

Selection of the front panel jacks as an output

will remain effective as long as the AVR 510 is

on. Once the unit is turned off, the jacks will

revert to their normal use as an input when the

unit is turned on again.

SURROUND:

DOLBY

DIGITAL

To change the digital input at any time using

the discrete function buttons and the semi-OSD

system, press the Digital Input Select button

Úqon the front panel or the remote.

Within five seconds, make your input selection

using the Selector buttons on the front panel

⁄ ¤

CENTER

SURR

DELAY:

0MS

00MS

MAX

NIGHT:

RETURN

OFF

MID

Surround Setup

Once the basic input setup has been com-

pleted, the next step is to set the surround

mode you wish to use with an input. Since

Figure 4

5or the

buttons non the remote

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Since the factory default for all inputs is Stereo,

the phrase SURROFFwill initially appear in

highlighted video (Figure 3). To change the sur-

2. Measure the distance from the listening

position to the surround speakers.

To set the delay time for a specific input,

continue within the SURROUNDSETUP

(Figure 4) menu. If the system is not already at

that point, press the OSD button vto bring

›

round mode while the cursor is next to the

3. Subtract the distance to the surround speak-

ers from the distance to the front speakers.

‹ ›

surround line, press the

buttons o

up the MASTERMENU, press the but-

until the desired surround mode’s name

ton nand then the Set button pto bring

up the SURROUNDSETUPmenu, and

then press the button nonce.

appears in the highlighted video. As the modes

are changed, a green LED will also light next to

the mode names in the Surround Mode

Indicators ˜on the front panel.

a. When setting the delay time for the

Dolby Digital surround modes, the opti-

mal delay time is the result of that sub-

traction. For example, if the front speak-

ers are ten feet away and the surround

speakers are five feet away, the optimal

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

this example, the delay time for Dolby

›

If the Dolby Digital mode is selected, the cur-

sor will stop at the CENTERDELAYline.

‹ ›

Note that the data lines next to the items in the

screen display will show either numbers or a

series of dashes, depending on whether or not

the specific parameter is adjustable. For exam-

ple, the Center Delay and Night Mode items are

only adjustable for Dolby Digital, and the Delay

Time is only adjusted for Dolby Digital and

Dolby Pro Logic. Note, also, that Dolby Digital

and DTS will only appear as choices (Figure 4)

when a digital input was previously selected.

In that case, press the

buttons o

until the number calculated using the formula

shown above appears in the display. When the

Digital should be set at five milliseconds. CENTERDELAYis entered, press the

button nonce to move to the next line.

b. When setting the delay time for the Pro

Logic mode, take the result of the sub-

traction and add 15 to obtain the opti-

mal delay time. For example, if the front

speakers are ten feet away and the sur-

round speakers are five feet away, the

optimal delay time is figured as

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

Pro Logic delay should be set at twenty

milliseconds.

When the CENTERDELAYis set, or if the

›

Dolby Pro Logic mode is selected, the cursor

will be at the SURRDELAYline so that

the delay for the surround speakers may be set.

‹ ›

Press the

buttons o

until the num-

Depending on the Surround mode selected, you

will now proceed to change either the delay

time or the crossover frequency. For Dolby

⁄ ¤

ber calculated using the formula shown above

appears in the display. When the delay settings

are complete, press the button nonce to

Digital and Dolby Pro Logic, pressing the

move to the next line.

nbuttons on the remote will take you to the

delay settings.

NOTE: The DTS, Logic 7, Hall and Theater

modes use a fixed, nonadjustable delay time.

Note that the delay settings may also be

adjusted at any time when the Dolby Digital or

Dolby Pro Logic modes are in use by pressing

the Delay button on the front panel Òor

remote 30 , followed by a press of the Set

⁄ ¤

Delay Settings

If Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic is selected as

the surround mode for an input, you may need

to adjust the delay time setting. Note that the

delay time is not adjustable for any other modes.

The Dolby Digital mode also includes a separate

setting for the Center Channel Delay mode,

since the discrete nature of these signals makes

the location of the center-channel speaker more

critical. To calculate the delay for the center

channel, measure the distance from the pre-

ferred listening position in the center of the

room to both the center-channel speaker and

either the left or right speaker.

button p. Next, press the

buttons n

on the remote or the Selector buttons 5on

the front panel until the desired figure appears

in the Main Information Display Y.

Due to the different distances between the

listening position for the front-channel speakers

and the surround speakers, the amount of time

it takes for sound to reach your ears from the

front versus surround speakers differs. You may

compensate for this difference through the use

of the delay settings to adjust the timing for

the speaker placement and acoustic conditions

in your listening room or home theater.

Night Mode Settings

The Night mode is a feature of Dolby Digital

that uses special processing to preserve the

dynamic range and full intelligibility of a movie

sound track while reducing the peak level. This

prevents abruptly loud transitions from disturb-

ing others, without reducing the sonic impact of

a digital source. Note that the Night mode is

only available when specially encoded Dolby

Digital signals are played.

If the distances are equal, no further adjustment

is required and the center delay should be set to

zero. If the distance to the front speakers is

greater than the distance to the center speaker,

you may wish to reposition the speakers by

moving the front left and front right speakers

closer to the listening position or the center

speaker further away from the listening position.

The factory setting is appropriate for most

rooms, but some installations create an uncom-

mon distance between the front and surround

speakers that may cause the arrival of front-

channel sounds to become disconnected from

surround-channel sounds.

To adjust the Night mode setting for an input

›

If repositioning of the speakers is not possible,

adjust the center delay time, adding one milli-

second of center-channel delay for every foot

closer to the listening position the center

speaker is than the front speakers. For example,

if the front left and front right speakers are

each 10 feet from the listening position and the

center-channel speaker is 8 feet away, the delay

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

center delay of 2 milliseconds.

from the menu, make certain that the cursor

is on the NIGHTline of the SURROUND

‹ ›

SETUPmenu. Next, press

buttons

To resynchronize the front and surround chan-

nels, follow these steps:

to choose between the following

settings, as they appear in the on-screen

display:

1. Measure the distance from the listening

position to the front speakers.

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OFF: When OFFis highlighted, the Night

mode will not function.

NOTE: If you choose Logic 7 as the surround

mode for the particular input source for which

you are configuring your speakers, the AVR 510

will not make the LARGE option available for

the center speaker. This is due to the require-

ments of Logic 7 processing, and does not indi-

cate a problem with your receiver.

At this point, press the Set button pto bring

up the SPEAKERSETUPmenu

(Figure 5).

MID: When MIDis highlighted, a mild com-

pression will be applied.

SPEAKER

SETUP

LEFT/RIGHT:

SMALL

SUB

MAX: When MAXis highlighted, a more

severe compression algorithm will be applied.

CENTER

SURROUND

SUBWOOFER

When NONEis selected, no signals will be

sent to the center-channel output. The receiver

will operate in a “phantom” center channel

mode and center-channel information will

be sent to the left and right front channel

outputs. When only front left and right speak-

ers are used, with no center or surround speak-

ers, VMAx is a good alternative mode.

SUB

X-OVER

FREQ:80

RETURN

We recommend that you select the MIDset-

ting as a starting point and change to the

MAXsetting later, if desired.

Note that the Night mode may be adjusted

directly any time that a Dolby Digital source is

playing by pressing the Night button l.

When the button is pressed, the phrase

D-RANGEwill appear in the lower third of

the video screen and in the Main Information

⁄ ¤

Figure 5

When the SPEAKERSETUPmenu first

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

top of the list of speaker positions, pointing

toward the LEFT/RIGHTline, which sets

the configuration for the front left and right

speakers. If you wish to make a change to the

‹›

When you have completed your selection for

the center channel, press the button n

Display Y. Press the

button nwithin

on the remote to move the cursor to

SURROUND.

three seconds to select the desired setting.

front speakers’ configuration, press the

but-

tons o

so that either LARGEor

‹ ›

When all settings for the surround setup have

Press the

buttons o

on the remote

SMALLappears, matching the appropriate

description from the definitions shown above.

⁄ ¤

been made, press the

buttons nso that

to select the option that best describes the sur-

round speakers in your system based on the

speaker definitions shown on this page.

›

the cursor is next to RETURNTO

MENU, and press the Set button pto

return to the main menu.

When SMALLis selected, low-frequency

sounds will be sent only to the subwoofer out-

put. If you choose this option and there is no

subwoofer connected, you will not hear any low

frequency sounds from the front channels.

When SMALLis selected, low-frequency

surround channel sounds will be sent to the

subwoofer output only. If you choose this

option and there is no subwoofer connected,

you will not hear any low frequency sounds

from the surround speakers.

Speaker Setup

This menu tells the AVR 510 which type of

speakers are in use. This is important as it

adjusts the settings that determine which

speakers receive low-frequency (bass) informa-

tion. For each of these settings use the

LARGEsetting if the speakers for a

particular position are traditional full-range

loudspeakers that are capable of reproducing

sounds below 100Hz. Use the SMALLset-

ting for smaller, frequency-limited satellite

speakers that do not reproduce sounds below

100Hz. Note that when “small” speakers are

used, a subwoofer is required to reproduce

low-frequency sounds. Remember that the

“large” and “small” descriptions do not refer

to the actual physical size of the speakers, but

to their ability to reproduce low-frequency

sounds. If you are in doubt as to which catego-

ry describes your speakers, consult the specifi-

cations in the speakers’ owner’s manual, or ask

your dealer.

When LARGEis selected, a full-range output

will be sent to the front left and front right

outputs. Depending on the choice made in

the SUBWOOFERline in this menu, bass

information may also be directed to the front

left/right speakers, a subwoofer or both.

When LARGEis selected, a full-range output

will be sent to the surround channel outputs,

and NO surround channel signals will be sent

to the subwoofer output.

When you have completed your selection for the

front channel, press the button non the

remote to move the cursor to CENTER.

When NONEis selected, surround-sound

information will be split between the front left

and front right outputs. For optimal perform-

ance when no surround speakers are in use, the

Dolby 3 Stereo mode should be used.

‹›

Press the

buttons o

on the remote

to select the option that best describes your system,

based on the speaker definitions shown below.

When you have completed your selection for the

surround channel, press the button non

the remote to move the cursor to SUBWOOFER.

When SMALLis selected, low-frequency

center-channel sounds will be sent only to the

subwoofer output. If you choose this option and

there is no subwoofer connected, you will not

hear low-frequency sounds from the center-

channel speaker.

‹ ›

Press the

buttons o

on the remote

to select the option that best describes your

system.

It is easiest to enter the proper settings for the

speaker setup through the SPEAKER

SETUPmenu (Figure 5). If that menu is not

already on your screen from the prior adjust-

ments, press the OSD button vto bring up

the MASTERMENU(Figure 1), and then

The choices available for the subwoofer posi-

tion will depend on the settings for the other

speakers, particularly the front left/right

positions.

When LARGEis selected, a full-range output

will be sent to the center speaker output, and

NO center channel signal will be sent to the

subwoofer output.

press the

button ntwice so that the

cursor is on the SPEAKERSETUPline.

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If the front left/right speakers are set to

SMALL, the subwoofer will automatically be

set to SUB, which is the “on” position.

owner’s manual or data sheet for the speakers;

or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

To assist in making speaker configuration set-

tings, the icons in the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators Qchange as the speaker

type is selected at each position. When only the

center icon box containing the abbreviation for

the speaker position is lit, the speaker is set for

“small.” When the inner box and the two outer

boxes with circles inside them are lit, the

speaker is set for “large.” When no indicator

appears at a speaker location, that position is

set for “none” or “no” speaker.

• When the front speakers have been set to

LARGE, the crossover choices are

40Hzor 60Hzto match the typical

crossover points of full range speakers.

Choose the option that is closest to your

speakers’ design.

If the front left/right speakers are set to

LARGE, three options are available:

• If no subwoofer is connected to the

‹ ›

AVR 510, press the

buttons o

on the remote so that NONEappears in

the on-screen menu. When this option is

selected, all bass information will be routed

to the front left/right “main” speakers.

• When the front speakers have been set to

SMALL, the crossover choices are

80Hzor 100Hzto match the typical

crossover points of the smaller speakers

used in satellite speaker systems. Choose

the option that is closest to your speakers’

design.

NOTE: These icons are available only when

making setup changes in the semi-OSD mode.

• If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR 510,

you have the option to have the front

left/right “main” speakers reproduce bass

frequencies at all times, and have the sub-

woofer operate only when the AVR 510 is

being used with a digital source that con-

tains a dedicated Low Frequency Effects, or

LFE soundtrack. This allows you to use both

your main and subwoofer speakers to take

advantage of the special bass created for

‹ ›

As an example, in Figure 6, the left front and

right front speakers are set for “large,” the cen-

ter, left surround (LS) and right surround (RS)

speakers are set for small, and a subwoofer is

set, as shown by the box with the abbreviation

“LFE”, which stands for “low-frequency effects.”

When all speaker selections have been made,

press the button nand then the Set

button pto return to the main menu.

The Speaker Configuration may also be

changed at any time without using the full-OSD

on-screen menu system by pressing the

Speaker Select button on the front panel ı

or remote 32 . Once the button is pressed,

FNTSPEAKERwill appear in both the

lower third of the video display and the Main

Information Display Y.

certain movies. Press

buttons o

on the remote so that SUB(LFE)

appears in the on-screen menu.

• If a subwoofer is connected and you wish to

use it for bass reproduction in conjunction

with the main front left/right speakers,

regardless of the type of program source or

Surround mode you are listening to, press

‹ ›

LFE

Within three seconds, either press the front

Figure 6

‹ ›

⁄ ¤

panel

Selector buttons 5or the

the

buttons o

on the remote

buttons non the remote to select a different

speaker position, or press the Set button

Ôpto begin the adjustment process for the

front left and right speakers.

Output Level Adjustment

so that SUB LFE+L/Rappears in

the on-screen menu. When this option is

selected, a full-range signal will be sent to

the front left/right “main” speakers, and the

subwoofer will receive the bass frequencies

under frequency selected in the next option

setting on this menu, as described below.

Output level adjustment is a key part of the

configuration of any surround-sound product. It

is particularly important for a digital receiver

such as the AVR 510, as correct outputs ensure

that you hear sound tracks with the proper

directionality and intensity.

When the Set button Ôphas been pressed

and the system is ready for a change to the

speaker setting, the on-screen display and

Main Information Display Ywill read

FNTLARGEor FNTSMALL, depend-

ing on the current setting. Press the front panel

When you have completed your selection for

IMPORTANT NOTE: Listeners are often

confused about the operation of the surround

channels. While some assume that sound

should always be coming from each speaker,

most of the time there will be little or no

sound in the surround channels. This is because

they are only used when a movie director or

sound mixer specifically places sound there to

create ambience, a special effect or to continue

action from the front of the room to the rear.

When the output levels are properly set, it is

normal for surround speakers to operate only

occasionally. Artificially increasing the volume

to the rear speakers may destroy the illusion

of an enveloping sound field that duplicates

the way you hear sound in a movie theater or

concert hall.

the subwoofer, press the button non

the remote to change the cursor to

SUBX-OVERFREQ. The subwoofer

crossover setting may only be adjusted using

the on-screen display system.

‹ ›

⁄ ¤

Selector Buttons 5or the

buttons

non the remote until the desired setting is

shown, using the instructions for “large” or

“small” shown earlier.

At this line, you will select the frequency at

which bass information is directed to the

Subwoofer Output ‹. The choices available

will depend on the setting made previously for

the front left/right speakers. When making

these selections, choose the crossover frequency

that is closest to that of your front left/right

speakers, or the upper frequency limit of your

subwoofer. This figure is normally printed in the

If the configuration for another speaker position

‹ ›

needs to be changed, press the front panel

⁄ ¤

Selector buttons 5or the

buttons n

on the remote to select a different speaker

‹ ›

position, and then press the front panel

⁄ ¤

Selector buttons 5or the

buttons n

on the remote until the correct speaker setting

is shown.

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Before beginning the output level adjustment

process, make certain that all speaker connec-

tions have been properly made. The system

volume should be set to the level that you will

use during a typical listening session. Finally,

make certain that the Balance Control * is

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

in the Indicator, there is an error in the

speaker connections. If this is the case,

press the Test Button iTWICE to

stop the adjustment. Then, turn the unit

off and verify that all speakers are con-

nected to the proper Outputs ﬁ.

• As the individual channels are set, the

channel name and the adjustment offset

will appear in the on-screen display (if

connected) and the Main Information

Display Y. While the level is changing,

the Program/SPL Indicator cwill

change colors to reflect the output level

in relation to the reference. A red indica-

tion shows that the level is too high,

while an amber indication shows that the

level is too low. When the indicator is

green, the level is correct, and the test

noise will move to the next channel.

Manual output level adjustment is most easily

done through the OUTPUTADJUST

menu (Figure 7). If you are already at the main

menu, press the button nuntil the on-

›

screen cursor is next to the OUTPUT

ADJUSTline. If you are not at the main

menu, press the OSD button vto bring up

the MASTERMENU(Figure 1), and then

Using EzSet

™

press the button nthree times so that the

›

Harman Kardon’s exclusive EzSet remote makes

it possible to quickly and accurately set the

AVR 510’s output levels without the use of a

sound pressure meter, although manual adjust-

ment is also available. However, for the easiest

set-up, follow these steps while seated in the

listening position that will be used most often:

on-screen cursor is next to the OUTPUT

ADJUSTline. Press the Set button pto

bring the OUTPUTADJUSTmenu

(Figure 7) to the screen.

OUTPUT

ADJUST

FRONT

CENTER

FRONT

LEFT

0dB

1. Make certain that all speaker positions

have been properly configured for their

“large” or “small” settings (as outlined

above) and turn off the OSD system if it is

in use.

RIGHT:

SURR

RIGHT

LEFT

RETURN

• While adjustments are being made, the

red LED under the AVR Selector f

will flash. This is normal, and indicates

that EzSet is operating.

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

shown in the on-screen display or Main

Information Display Y.

Figure 7

7. After the test noise has circulated once

through each channel, it will send the tone

to each channel once again, to verify the

settings.

As soon as the new menu appears, you will

hear a test noise circulate from speaker to

speaker in a clockwise direction around the

room. The test noise will play for two seconds

in each speaker before circulating, and a blink-

ing on-screen cursor will appear next to the

name of each speaker location when the sound

is at that speaker.

3. Hold the remote in front of you at arm’s

length, being sure not to cover the EzSet

Sensor Microphone

at the top of

8. After two complete circulations of the

tone, the levels are set. The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill remain green at each

channel. Upon completion of the second

circulation, the Program/SPL Indicator

cwill flash green twice and then go out.

The tone will stop and the AVR 510 will

return to normal operation.

the remote.

4. Press and hold the SPL Indicator Select

button for three seconds. Release it

when the Program/SPL Indicator c

stops flashing and you hear a test noise

from the front left speaker.

NOTE: Remember to verify that the speakers

have been properly connected. As the test noise

circulates, listen to make certain that the sound

comes from the speaker position shown in the

Main Information Display Y. If the sound

from a speaker location does NOT match the

position indicated in the display, turn the

AVR 510 off using the Main Power Switch

1and check the speaker wiring to make cer-

tain that each speaker is connected to the cor-

rect output terminal.

5. At this point, EzSet will take over, adjusting

the output level of each channel so that

when the process is complete all levels will

be equal and at the set reference point.

This process may take a few minutes,

depending on the extent of adjustment

required.

If you find that the output levels chosen by

EzSet are either uncomfortably low or high, you

may repeat the procedure. Return to Step 2 and

adjust the master volume either slightly higher

or lower to accommodate your particular room

layout and your tastes. You may repeat this pro-

cedure as many times as necessary to achieve a

desired result. In order to prevent possible dam-

age to your hearing or your equipment, we

emphasize that you should avoid setting the

master volume above 0dB.

6. During the adjustment, you will see the

location of the channel position being

adjusted appear in both the on-screen

display (if connected) and the Main

Information Display Y, alternating with

a readout of the output setting, relative to

the reference volume level. As the adjust-

ment proceeds, a few things will happen

simultaneously:

After checking for speaker placement, let the

test noise circulate again, and listen to see

which channels sound louder than the others.

Using the front left speaker as a reference,

‹›

Manual Output Level Adjustment

press the

buttons o

on the remote

Output levels may also be adjusted manually,

either to set them to a specific level with an

SPL meter, or to make fine tuning adjustments

to the levels obtained using the EzSet remote.

to bring all speakers to the same volume level.

When one of the

‹›

buttons is pushed, the

test noise circulation will pause on the channel

being adjusted to give you time to make the

adjustment. When you release the button, the

circulation will resume after five seconds.

• The channel position being adjusted will

flash in the Speaker/Channel Input

Indicators Q. If the test noise is heard

from a channel other than the one shown

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Continue to adjust the individual channels until

the volume level sounds the same from each

speaker. Note that adjustments should be made

‹›

To adjust the output level, press the Selector

‹›

buttons 5on the front panel or the

buttons o

until the desired level is

with the

buttons o

on the remote

shown in the display or on screen. Once the

buttons are released, the test noise will begin

to circulate again in five seconds.

only, NOT the main volume controls. If you are

using a sound-pressure level (SPL) meter for

precise level adjustment, set the volume so that

the meter reads 75dB, C-Weighting Slow.

When all channels have the same output level,

press the Test Tone Selector ˆibutton

again to complete the process.

You may also adjust the output levels manually

while using the level indication feature of the

EzSet remote. To activate the sensor and indica-

tor, simply press and release the SPL Indicator

NOTE: Output level adjustment is not available

for the VMAx or Surround Off mode.

Select button

on the remote while the

test tone is circulating. The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill change color to indicate the

‹›

Additional Input Adjustments

After one input has been adjusted for Surround

mode, digital input (if any), speaker type, and

output levels, go back to the INPUT

SETUPline on the MASTERMENUand

enter the settings for each input that you will

use. In most cases, only the digital input and

surround mode will be different from one input

to the next, while the speaker type, crossover

frequency, Night mode and output level settings

will usually be the same and may be quickly

entered by entering the same data used for the

original input.

level. Adjust the level using the

buttons

until the LED lights green for all chan-

nels. When it is red, the level is too high; when

it is amber, the level is too low. Press the SPL

Indicator Select

button when you are

finished to turn the sensor and Indicator off.

NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not

adjustable using the test tone. To change the

subwoofer level, follow the steps for Output

Level Trim Adjustment on page 31.

When all channels have an equal volume level,

the adjustment is complete. To exit this menu,

⁄ ¤

Once the settings outlined on the previous

pages have been made, the AVR 510 is ready

for operation. While there are some additional

settings to be made, these are best done after

you have had an opportunity to listen to a vari-

ety of sources and different kinds of program

material. These advanced settings are described

on pages 28 to 34 of this manual. In addition,

any of the settings made in the initial configu-

ration of the unit may be changed at any time.

As you add new or different sources or speak-

ers, or if you wish to change a setting to better

reflect your listening taste, simply follow the

instructions for changing the settings for that

parameter as shown in this section.

press the

buttons nuntil the on-screen

›

cursor is next to the RETURNTO

MENUline, and then press the Set button

pto return to the MASTERMENU.

The output levels may also be adjusted at any

time using the discrete buttons and semi-OSD

system. To adjust the output levels in this fash-

ion, press the Test Tone Selector ˆi. As

soon as the button is pressed, the test tone will

begin to circulate as indicated earlier. The cor-

rect channel from which the test noise should

be heard will be shown in the lower third of

the video screen and in the Main

Information Display Y. While the test noise

is circulating, the proper channel position will

also be indicated in the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators Qby a blinking letter

within the correct channel.

Having completed the setup and configuration

process for your AVR 510, you are about

to experience the finest in music and home-

theater listening. Enjoy!

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Output ›. This permits simultaneous viewing

and listening to different sources.

When the programmed sleep time has elapsed,

the unit will automatically turn off. Note that

the front panel display will dim to one half

brightness when the Sleep function is

programmed. To cancel the Sleep function,

Basic Operation

Once you have completed the initial setup and

configuration of the AVR 510, it is simple to

operate and enjoy. The following instructions

will help you maximize the enjoyment of your

new receiver:

• When a Video source is selected, the video sig-

nal for that input will be routed to the Video

Monitor Output jack › and will be viewable

on a TV monitor connected to the AVR 510.

press and hold the Sleep button

until

the information display returns to normal

brightness, the Sleep indicator numbers

disappear and the words SLEEPOFF

appear in the Main Information Display Y.

Turning the AVR 510 On or Off

• When using the AVR 510 for the first time, you

must press the Main Power Switch

Volume Control

• Adjust the volume to a comfortable level

using the front panel Volume Control Óor

on the

When you will be away from home for an

extended period of time it is always a good

idea to completely turn the unit off with the

front panel to turn the unit on. This places the

unit in a Standby mode, as indicated by the

remote Volume Up/Down

Ibuttons.

amber color of the Power Indicator . Once

• When listening in the Stereo mode, with the

surround circuits off, the Balance Control *

may be used to adjust the relative sound output

between the left front and right front speakers.

front panel Main Power Switch

the unit is in Standby, you may begin a listening

session by pressing the System Power Control

NOTE: All preset memories are lost if the unit is

left turned off by using the Main Power

on the front panel or the AVR Selector

f. Note that the Power Indicator

will

Switch

for more than two weeks.

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

to the input source that was last used. The unit

may also be turned on from Standby by pressing

any of the Input Selector buttons on the

remote efg∫ç∂or the Source

• To temporarily silence all speaker outputs,

press the Mute button

. This will interrupt

Source Selection

the output to all speakers and the headphone

jack, but it will not affect any recording or dub-

bing that may be in progress. When the system

is muted, the MUTE indicator Z will light in

the Main Information Display Û. Press the

• To select a source, press any of the Source

Selector buttons on the remote eg

button

on the front panel.

ç∂

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector

buttons egto turn the unit on, press the

AVR Selector fto set the remote control to

the AVR 510 functions.

Mute button

operation.

again to return to normal

• The input source may also be changed by

pressing the front-panel Input Source

Selector button !. Each press of the button

will move the input selection through the list of

available inputs.

• During a listening session, you may wish to

adjust the Bass Control &and Treble

Control (to suit your listening tastes or

room acoustics.

To turn the unit off at the end of a listening

session, simply press the System Power

Control 2on the front panel or the Power

• As the input is changed, the AVR 510 will

automatically switch to the digital input (if

selected), surround mode, speaker configura-

tion, output levels, crossover frequency and

night mode status that were entered during the

configuration process for that source.

Off button då

on the remote. Power will

• To set the output of the AVR 510 so that

the output is “flat,” with the tone controls de-

activated, press the Tone Mode button 6

once or twice so that the words ToneOut

appear momentarily in the Main Information

Display Y. To return the tone controls to an

active condition, press the Tone Mode 6but-

ton once or twice so that the words Tone

Inmomentarily appear in the Main

be shut off to any equipment plugged into the

rear panel Switched AC Outlets ﬂ and the

Power Indicator 3will turn amber.

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

it is actually placing the system in a Standby

mode, as indicated by the amber color of the

Power Indicator 3.

• The front-panel Video 4 Inputs

may be

used to connect a device such as a video game

or camcorder to your home entertainment

system on a temporary basis.

Information Display Y.

• To program the AVR 510 for automatic turn-

off, press the Sleep button jon the remote.

Each press of the button will increase the time

before shut-down in the following sequence:

• As the input source is changed, the new input

name will appear momentarily as an on-screen

display in the lower third of the video display.

The input name will also appear in the Main

Information Display Yand a green LED will

light next to the selected input’s name in the

front-panel Input Indicators .

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

phone plug from a pair of stereo headphones

into the front panel Headphone Jack

Note that when the headphone’s plug is con-

nected, the word HEADPHONEwill scroll

once across the Main Information Display

Yand all speakers will be silenced. When the

headphone plug is removed, the audio feed to

the speakers will be restored.

min

OFF

The sleep time will be displayed in the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer Indicator Rand it

will count down until the time has elapsed.

• When an audio source is selected, the last

video input used remains routed to the Video

Outputs ›gj and Video Monitor

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Surround Mode Chart

MODE

FEATURES

DELAY TIME RANGE

DOLBY DIGITAL

Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides

up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low-Frequency Effects

channel.

Center: 0 ms – 5 ms

Initial Setting – 0 ms

Surround: 0 ms –15 ms

Initial Setting – 0 ms

DTS

Available only with digital input sources encoded with DTS data. Available on special

DVD, LD and audio-only discs, DTS provides up to five separate main audio channels and

a special dedicated low-frequency channel.

Delay time not adjustable

DOLBY PRO LOGIC The standard mode for analog surround-sound decoding. It uses information encoded

in a two-channel stereo recording to produce four distinct outputs: Left, Center, Right and

a Mono Surround channel. Use this mode for accurate reproduction of programs bearing

the Dolby Surround, DTS Stereo, UltraStereo or other “Surround” logos. Surround-encoded

programs include videocassette, DVD and LD movies, TV and cable programs, radio

programs and audio CDs. Dolby Pro Logic processing may also be used to provide a

pleasing surround effect with some stereophonic source material that does not carry

surround encoding.

15 ms – 30 ms

Initial Setting = 15 ms

LOGIC 7 C

LOGIC 7 M

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

surround-encoded programs or conventional stereo material. Logic 7 C, or Cinema mode,

should be used with any source that contains Dolby Surround or similar matrix encoding.

Logic 7 C delivers increased center-channel intelligibility and more accurate placement of sounds

with fades and pans that are much smoother and more realistic than with other decoding

techniques. Logic 7 M, or Music mode, should be used with analog or PCM stereo sources.

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

rear ambience. Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer

(if installed and configured) to deliver maximum bass impact.

Delay time not adjustable

DOLBY 3 STEREO

Uses the information contained in a surround-encoded or two-channel stereo program to

create center-channel information. In addition, the information that is normally sent to the

rear-channel surround speakers is carefully mixed in with the front left and front right

channels for increased realism. Use this mode when you have a center-channel speaker

but no surround speakers.

No surround channels

THEATER

Surround processing uses matrix surround decoding to simulate a standard movie or

stage theater.

Delay time not adjustable

No surround channels

HALL 1

HALL 2

The two Hall modes offer two different matrix surround-decoding choices that simulate

either a medium-sized chamber hall (Hall 1) or a large concert hall or opera house (Hall 2).

VMAx Near

VMAx Far

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

delivers a three-dimensional sound space with the illusion of “phantom speakers” at the

center and surround positions. VMAx N, or “Near Field” mode should be selected when

your listening position is less than five feet from the speakers. VMAx F, or “Far Field” mode

should be selected when your listening position is greater than five feet from the speakers.

5-Channel Stereo

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

back of a room. Ideal for playing music in situations such as a party, it places the same signal

at the front left and surround left, and front right and surround right speakers. The center

channel is fed a summed mono mix of the in-phase material of the left and right channels.

No delay is available for

this mode

SURROUND

OFF (STEREO)

This mode turns off all surround processing and presents the pure left- and right-

channel presentation of two-channel stereo programs.

No surround channels

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green LED will light next to the current mode in

the Surround Mode Indicators list ˜on

the front panel.

DTS

Surround Mode Selection

DTS is another digital audio system that is

capable of delivering 5.1 audio. Although both

DTS and Dolby Digital are digital, they use dif-

ferent methods of encoding the signals, and

thus they require different decoding circuits to

convert the digital signals back to analog.

One of the most important features of the

AVR 510 is its ability to reproduce a full

multichannel surround-sound field from digital

sources, analog matrix surround-encoded

programs and standard stereo programs. In all,

a total of thirteen listening modes are available

on the AVR 510.

Note that the Dolby Digital and DTS modes may

only be selected when a digital input is in use.

In addition, when a digital source is present,

the AVR 510 will automatically select and

switch to the correct mode (Dolby Digital or

DTS), regardless of the mode that has been pre-

viously selected. For more information on select-

ing digital sources, see the following section of

this manual.

DTS-encoded sound tracks are available on

select DVD and LD discs, as well as on special

audio-only DTS discs. You may use any LD or

CD player equipped with a digital output to

play DTS-encoded discs with the AVR 510. All

that is required is to connect the player’s output

to either the Optical or Coaxial input on the

Selection of a surround mode is based on per-

sonal taste, as well as the type of program

source material being used. For example, motion

pictures or TV programs bearing the logo of one

of the major surround-encoding processes, such

as Dolby Surround, DTS Stereo or UltraStereo®

may be played in either the Dolby Digital, Dolby

Pro Logic or Logic 7 Cinema surround modes

depending on the source material.

To listen to a program in traditional two-channel

stereo, using the front left and front right

speakers only (plus the subwoofer, if installed

and configured), follow the instructions shown

above for using the remote until SURROFF

appears in the Main Information Display Y.

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rear panel

or front panel #%.

In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTS

sound tracks, the DVD player must be compati-

ble with the DTS signal as indicated by a DTS

logo on the player’s front panel. Note that early

DVD players may not be able to play DTS-

encoded DVDs. This does not indicate a prob-

lem with the AVR 510, as some players cannot

pass the DTS signal through to the digital out-

puts. If you are in doubt as to the capability of

your DVD player to handle DTS discs, consult

the player’s owner’s manual.

NOTE: Once a program has been encoded with

matrix surround information, it retains the sur-

round information as long as the program is

broadcast in stereo. Thus, movies with surround

sound may be decoded via any of the analog

surround modes such as Pro Logic or Logic 7,

when they are broadcast via conventional TV sta-

tions, cable, pay-TV and satellite transmission. In

addition, a growing number of made-for-televi-

sion programs, sports broadcasts, radio dramas

and music CDs are also recorded in surround

sound. You may view a list of these programs

at the Dolby Laboratories Web site at

Digital Audio Playback

Digital audio is a major advancement over older

systems such as Dolby Pro Logic. It delivers five

discrete channels: left front, center, right front, left

surround and right surround. Each channel repro-

duces full frequency range (20Hz to 20kHz) and

offers dramatically improved dynamic range and

significant improvements to signal-to-noise ratios.

In addition, digital systems have the capability to

deliver an additional channel that is specifically

devoted to low-frequency information. This is the

“.1” channel referred to when you see these sys-

tems described as “5.1”. The bass channel is sep-

arate from the other channels, but since it is

intentionally bandwidth-limited, sound designers

have given it that unique designation.

Selecting a Digital Source

To utilize either digital mode, you must have

properly connected a digital source to the

AVR 510. Connect the digital outputs from DVD

players, HDTV receivers, satellite systems or CD

www.dolby.com.

Even when a program is not listed as carrying

intentional surround information, you may find

that the Pro Logic, Logic 7, VMAx and the Hall or

Theater modes often deliver enveloping surround

presentations through the use of the natural

information present in all stereo recordings.

However, for stereo, but not surround programs,

we suggest that you experiment with the other

modes.

players to the Optical or Coaxial inputs

#%. In order to provide a backup

signal and a source for analog stereo recording,

the analog outputs provided on digital source

equipment should also be connected to their

appropriate inputs on the AVR 510 rear panel

(e.g., connect the analog stereo audio output

from a DVD to the DVD Audio inputs § on

the rear panel when you connect the source’s

digital outputs).

Dolby Digital

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

a standard part of DVD, and is available on

specially encoded LD discs and satellite broad-

casts and it is a part of the new high-definition

television (HDTV) system.

Surround modes are selected using either the

front panel controls or the remote. To select a

surround mode from the front panel, press the

Surround Mode Selector 7to scroll up or

down through the list of available modes. To

select a surround mode using the remote, press

the Surround Mode Selectorkand then

⁄ ¤

Note that an optional, external RF demodulator

is required to use the AVR 510 to listen to the

Dolby Digital sound tracks available on laser

discs. Connect the RF output of the LD player to

the demodulator and then connect the digital

output of the demodulator to the Optical or

When playing a digital source such as DVD, first

select the input using the remote or front panel

controls as outlined in this manual. Next, select

the digital source by pressing the Digital

Input Selector button qÚand then using

⁄ ¤

press the

buttons nto change the

the

buttons non the remote or the

mode. As you press the buttons, the Surround

mode name will appear in the Main

Information Display Y, and an individual

mode indicator will also light up CDFHI

JKLN. As the surround modes change, a

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Coaxial inputs

#%of the AVR 510.

Selector buttons 5on the front panel to

choose any of the OPTICALor COAXIAL

inputs, as they appear in the Main

Information Display Ydisplay indicator

BEor on-screen display. When the digital

No demodulator is required for use with DVD

players or DTS-encoded laser discs.

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^®: When this indicator lights in con-

junction with the PCM indicator, the CD that is

playing is encoded through the special High

Definition Compatible Digital^®process. HDCD^®

discs use 20-bit encoding and other proprietary

processing to provide the ultimate in CD listen-

ing. Note that HDCD processing is only avail-

able in the Stereo or Surround Off mode.

source is playing, the AVR 510 will automat-

ically detect whether it is a multichannel Dolby

Digital, DTS source, MP3 or a conventional

PCM signal, which is the standard output from

CD players. A Bitstream Indicator Awill

light in the Main Information Display Ûto

confirm that the digital signal is Dolby Digital,

DTS or PCM.

“Audio Select” button or in a menu screen

on the disc) to send a full 5.1 feed to the

AVR 510. It is also possible for the type of sig-

nal feed to change during the course of a DVD

playback. In some cases, the previews of special

material will only be recorded in 2.0 audio,

while the main feature is available in 5.1 audio.

As long as your DVD player is set for 6-channel

output, the AVR 510 will automatically sense

changes to the bitstream and channel count

and reflect them in these indicators.

Digital Status Indicators

MP3: When the MP3 indicator lights, a com-

patible MPEG 1/Layer 3 digital signal is being

received. This is the popular audio format used

by many computer programs for recording com-

pressed audio files. When an MP3 bitstream is

present, the sound will automatically be played

in the Stereo (Surround Off) mode. The surround

modes are not available during MP3 playback.

When a digital source is playing, the AVR 510

senses the type of bitstream data that is pres-

ent. Using this information, the correct sur-

round mode will automatically be selected. For

example, DTS bitstreams will cause the unit to

switch to DTS decoding, and Dolby Digital bit-

streams will enable Dolby Digital decoding.

When the unit senses PCM data from CDs and

LDs, it will allow the appropriate surround

sources to be selected manually. Since the

range of available surround modes is depend-

ent on the type of digital data that is present,

the AVR 510 uses a variety of indicators to let

you know what type of signal is present. This

will help you to understand the choice of

modes.

The letters used by the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators Qalso flash to indicate

when a bitstream has been interrupted. This

will happen when a digital input source is

selected before the playback starts, or when a

digital source such as a DVD is paused. The

flashing indicators remind you that the play-

back has stopped due to the absence of a

digital signal and not through any fault of the

AVR 510. This is normal, and the digital play-

back will resume once the playback is started

again.

In addition to the bitstream indicators, the

AVR 510 features a set of unique channel-input

indicators that tell you how many channels of

digital information are being received and/or

whether the digital signal is interrupted.

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

that are inside the center boxes of the

Night Mode

A special feature of Dolby Digital is the Night

mode, which enables AC-3 input sources to be

played back with full digital intelligibility while

reducing the minimum peak level by ¹/4 to ¹/3.

This prevents abruptly loud transitions from dis-

turbing others, without reducing the impact of

the digital source. The Night mode is available

only when Dolby Digital signals with special

data are being played.

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Qin

the front panel Main Information Display

Û. When a standard analog signal is in use,

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

analog signals have only left and right channels.

When a digital source is playing, a Bitstream

Indicator Awill light to show which type of

signal is playing:

DOLBYD: When the DOLBY D indicator

lights, a Dolby Digital bitstream is being

Digital signals, however, may have two, five or

six separate channels, depending on the pro-

gram material, the method of transmission and

the way in which it was encoded. When a digi-

tal signal is playing, the letters in these indica-

tors will light in response to the specific signal

being received. It is important to note that

although Dolby Digital, for example, is referred

to as a “5.1” system, not all Dolby Digital DVDs

or programs are encoded for 5.1. Thus, it is

sometimes normal for a DVD with a Dolby

Digital soundtrack to trigger only the “L” and

“R” indicators.

received. Depending on the settings on the

source player and specific surround information

and number of channels on the disc, a number

of surround modes are possible. For discs with

full 5.1 audio, only the Dolby Digital and VMAx

modes are available. When the Dolby Digital

signal is only two-channel, you may also select

from the Logic 7 Cinema/Music, Hall, Theater,

Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby 3 Stereo modes.

The Night mode may be engaged when a Dolby

Digital DVD is playing by pressing the Night

Mode Button lon the remote. Next, press

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nto select either the mid-

dle range or full compression versions of the

Night mode. To turn the Night mode off, press

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nuntil the message in the

DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS

bitstream is being received. When the unit

senses this type of data, only the DTS mode

may be used.

lower third of the video display and the Main

Information Display Yreads D-Range

Off. When the Night mode is active, the

Night Mode Indicator Owill also light.

NOTE: Many DVD discs are recorded with both

“5.1” and “2.0” versions of the same sound-

track. When playing a DVD, always be certain to

check the type of material on the disc. Most

discs show this information in the form of a

listing or icon on the back of the disc jacket.

When a disc does offer multiple soundtrack

choices, you may have to make some adjust-

ments to your DVD player (usually with the

PCM: When the PCM indicator lights, a stan-

dard Pulse Code Modulation, or PCM, signal is

being received. This is the type of digital audio

used by conventional compact disc and laser

disc recordings. When a PCM bitstream is pres-

ent, all modes except Dolby Digital and DTS are

available.

The Night mode may also be selected to always

be on at either level of compression using the

options in the SurroundSetupMenu.

See page 21 for information on using the

menus to set this option.

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IMPORTANT NOTES ON

DIGITAL PLAYBACK:

When a PCM source is playing, the PCM indi-

cator Awill light. During PCM playback, you

may select any Surround mode except Dolby

Digital or DTS. When an HDCD-encoded disc is

being played and the CD player is connected to

the AVR 510 via a digital connection, select

Surround Off as the Surround mode to enjoy

the benefits of the HDCD process.

NOTES:

• The AVR 510 is only capable of playing sig-

nals in the MP3 (MPEG 1/Layer 3) format. It is

not compatible with other computer audio

codecs.

1. When the digital playback source is stopped,

or in a pause, fast forward or chapter search

mode, the digital audio data will momentarily

stop, and the channel position letters inside the

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Qwill

flash. This is normal and does not indicate a

problem with either the AVR 510 or the source

machine. The AVR 510 will return to digital

playback as soon as the data is available and

when the machine is in a standard play mode.

• The digital audio input signal may be either

optical or coaxial, but the signal must be in the

PCM format. Direct connection of USB or serial

data outputs is not possible, even though the

signals are in the MP3 format. If you have any

questions about the data output format from

your computer or a sound card, check with the

device’s owner’s manual or contact the manu-

facturer’s technical support area.

Playback from PCM sources may also benefit

from the Logic 7 mode. When playing back a

surround-encoded PCM source, such as an LD

or surround-encoded CD, use the Logic 7 C, or

Cinema, mode. When playing true stereo

recordings, use the Logic 7 M, or Music, mode

for a wider soundstage and increased rear-

channel ambience.

2. Although the AVR 510 will decode virtually all

DVD movies, CDs and HDTV sources, it is possible

that some future digital sources may not be com-

patible with the AVR 510.

Tuner Operation

The AVR 510’s tuner is capable of tuning AM,

FM and FM Stereo broadcast stations. Stations

may be tuned manually, or they may be stored

as favorite station presets and recalled from a

30-position memory.

3. Note that not all digitally encoded programs

contain full 5.1-channel audio. Consult the pro-

gram guide that accompanies the DVD or laser

disc to determine which type of audio has been

recorded on the disc. The AVR 510 will auto-

matically sense the type of digital surround

encoding used and adjust to accommodate it.

NOTE: If you have selected Logic 7 C or M as

your surround mode for the current listening

session, and you are using a digital input, and

you have not changed the default surround

mode for that input source to the same Logic 7

mode, then you will notice that if the digital

signal is interrupted for any reason (such as

stopping the source device), upon resumption

of the signal, the AVR 510 will use a different

surround mode. In fact, the AVR 510 will use

whichever mode was set as the default for that

source. The factory default for all sources is

Stereo mode, unless the receiver detects a

Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream.

Station Selection

1. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select button

gç

on the remote to select the tuner as

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

be able to select some of the analog surround

modes such as Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3, Stereo,

Hall, Theater or Logic 7.

an input. The tuner may be selected from the

front panel by either pressing the Input

Source Selector !until the tuner is active

or by pressing the Tuner Band Selector 9at

any time.

5. When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is play-

ing, it is not possible to make an analog record-

ing using the Tape ™ and Video 1 or Video 2

2. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select button g

MP3 Audio Playback

or Tuner Band Selector 9again to

Record Outputs ∞gi . However, the

The AVR 510 is one of the first A/V receivers to

provide on-board decoding for the MP3 audio

format used by computers and portable audio

devices. Also, some new CD players are capable

of playing back optical discs that are recorded

with MP3, rather than standard CD audio infor-

mation. By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR 510

is able to deliver precise conversion of the digi-

tal signals to an analog output, along with the

benefits of listening to the MP3 audio through

the AVR 510’s high-current amplifier and the

speakers from your surround system, rather

than the smaller speakers and low-powered

amplifiers typically used with computers.

switch between AM and FM so that the desired

frequency band is selected.

digital signals will be passed through to the

Digital Audio Outputs

3. Press the FM Mode

or Tun-M button s

PCM Audio Playback

to select manual or automatic tuning.

PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the non-

compressed digital audio system used for

compact discs and laser discs. The digital circuits

in the AVR 510 are capable of high-quality

digital-to-analog decoding, and they may be

connected directly to the digital audio output

of your CD or LD player.

When the AUTO indicator Xis illuminated in

the Main Information Display Ythe tuner

will only stop at those stations that have a

strong enough signal to be received with

acceptable quality.

When the AUTO indicator Xis not illumin-

ated, the tuner is in a manual mode and

will stop at each frequency increment in the

selected band.

Connections may be made to either the rear

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panel Optical or Coaxial inputs

front panel Digital Inputs #%.

or the

To take advantage of the AVR 510’s MP3 capa-

bilities, simply connect the PCM output of a

computer’s sound card or the PCM output of a

portable digital audio device to either the rear

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To listen to a PCM digital source, first select the

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

the Digital Select button Úqand then

⁄ ¤

4. To select stations, press the Tuning

Selector button u

é. When the AUTO

panel Digital Inputs

or the front panel

indicator Xis illuminated, press the button

for two seconds and then release to cause the

tuner to search for the next highest or lowest

frequency station that has an acceptable signal.

use the

buttons non the remote, or the

Digital Inputs #%. As soon as the digital

signal is available, the MP3 Bitstream

Indicator Awill light, and the audio will

begin playing.

Selector buttons 5on the front panel, until

the desired choice appears in the Main

Information Display Y.

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When tuning FM stations in the Auto mode, the

tuner will only select stereo stations. To tune to

the next station, press the button again. If the

STEREOindicator Vis not illuminated, tap

NOTES:

Tape Recording

• The digital outputs are active only when a

digital signal is present, and they do not

convert an analog input to a digital signal,

or change the format of the digital signal.

In addition, the digital recorder must be

compatible with the output signal. For

example, the PCM digital input from a CD

player may be recorded on a CD-R or

MiniDisc, but Dolby Digital or DTS signals

may not.

In normal operation, the audio or video source

selected for listening through the AVR 510 is

sent to the record outputs. This means that any

program you are watching or listening to may

be recorded simply by placing machines con-

nected to the outputs for Tape Outputs ™

or Video 1 or 2 Outputs ∞gj in the

record mode.

the Tuning Selector button u

advance one frequency increment at a time, or

press and hold it to locate a specific station.

When the TUNEDindicator Wlights, the

station is properly tuned and should be heard

with clarity.

When a digital audio recorder is connected to

the Digital Audio Outputs

to record the digital signal using a CD-R,

MiniDisc or other digital recording system.

5. Stations may also be tuned directly by press-

ing the Direct button t, and then pressing

, you are able

• Please make certain that you are aware of

any copyright restrictions on any material you

copy. Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted

materials is prohibited by federal law.

the Numeric Keys

that correspond to the

station’s frequency. The desired station will

automatically be tuned. If you press an incor-

rect button while entering a direct frequency,

In addition to the rear panel digital outputs, the

AVR 510 offers Harman Kardon’s exclusive con-

figurable front panel output jack feature. For

easy connection of portable devices, you may

switch the front panel Digital Coax jack %

or the Video 4 jack ^from an input to an

output by following these steps:

Output Level Trim Adjustment

press the Clear button

to start over.

Normal output level adjustment for the

NOTE: When the FM reception of a station is

weak, audio quality will be increased by

switching to Mono mode by pressing the

AVR 510 is established using the test tone, as

outlined on pages 23 and 24. In some cases,

however, it may be desirable to adjust the out-

put levels using program material such as a test

disc, or a selection you are familiar with.

Additionally, the output level for the subwoofer

can only be adjusted using this procedure.

FM Mode button

suntil the

STEREOindicator Vgoes out.

1.Press the OSD button vto view the

MASTERMENU(Figure 1).

Preset Tuning

Using the remote, up to 30 stations may be

stored in the AVR 510’s memory for easy recall

using the front panel controls or the remote.

2.Press the Set button pto enter the

IN/OUTSETUPmenu (Figure 2).

To adjust the output levels using program

material, first set the reference volume for the

front left and front right channels using the

3.Press the button nso that the on-

To enter a station into the memory, first tune

the station using the steps outlined above.

Then:

›

screen cursor is next to VIDEO4or

Volume Control Ó34

î.

COAXIAL3depending on which input

you wish to change to an output. Either

input, or both may be changed at any time.

If you are using a disc with test signals or an

external signal generator as the source from

which to trim the output levels, you may use

the EzSet feature of the remote to guide you to

the correct SPL level. To use the remote for this

purpose, press and quickly release the SPL

Indicator Select 36 to activate the sensor.

While the test tone is circulating, the

Program/SPL Indicator cwill change color

to indicate the level. Adjust the level as shown

above until the LED lights green for all chan-

nels. When it is red the level is too high; when

it is amber the level is too low. Press the SPL

Indicator Select 36 to turn the sensor and

indicator off.

1. Press the Memory button

on the

remote. Note that the MEMORYindicator U

will be illuminated and flash in the Main

Information Display Û.

4.Press the Set button pand then press

‹ ›

either of the

buttons o/ 31 so that

the word INis highlighted.

2. Within five seconds, press the Numeric

Keys rcorresponding to the location where

you wish to store this station’s frequency. Once

entered, the preset number will appear in the

Preset Number/Sleep Timer display R.

5.Press the Set button pto enter the

change.

6.Press the OSD button vto exit the menus

and return to normal operation.

Note that once the setting is made, the appro-

priate Input/Output Status Indicator $

will turn red, indicating that the selected ana-

log or digital jacks are now an output, instead

of in the default setting as an input. Once

changed to an output, the setting will remain

as long as the AVR 510 is turned on, unless the

setting is changed in the OSD menu system, as

described above. Note, however, that once the

AVR 510 is turned off, the setting is cancelled.

When the unit is turned on again, the front

panel jacks will return to their normal default

setting as an input. If you wish to use their

jacks as an output at a future time, the setting

must be changed again using the OSD menu

system, as described above.

3. Repeat the process after tuning any

additional stations to be preset.

Recalling Preset Stations

• To manually select a station previously

entered in the preset memory, press the

Numeric Keys rthat correspond to the

desired station’s memory location.

Once the reference level has been set, press

the Channel Select button

Ùand note

that FRONTLLEVwill appear in the

Main Information Display Y. To change

the level, first press the Set button pÔ,

and then use the Selector buttons 5or the

⁄ ¤

• To manually tune through the list of stored

preset stations one by one, press the Preset

buttons

to raise or lower the level.

Stations Selector buttons )`

on the

DO NOT use the volume control, as this will

alter the reference setting.

front panel or remote.

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⁄ ¤

Once the change has been made, press the Set

button pÔand then press the Selector

⁄ ¤

When all adjustments are done, press the

›

buttons nto move the on-screen cursor so

that it is next to RETURNTOMENUand

then press the Set Button pif you wish to

go back to the main menu to make other

adjustments. If you have no other adjustments

to make, press the OSD button vto exit the

menu system.

buttons 5or the

buttons

to select

the next output channel location that you wish

to adjust. To adjust the subwoofer level, press

⁄ ¤

the Selector buttons 5or the

buttons

until WOOFER LEVappears in the

Main Information Display Yor on-screen

display.

NOTE: The output levels may be separately

trimmed for each digital and analog surround

mode. If you wish to have different trim levels for

a specific mode, select that mode and then follow

the instructions in the steps shown earlier.

Press the Set button pÔwhen the name of

the desired channel appears in the Main

Information Display Y and on-screen dis-

play, and follow the instructions shown earlier

to adjust the level.

6-Channel Direct Input

Repeat the procedure as needed until all chan-

nels requiring adjustment have been set. When

all adjustments have been made and no further

adjustments are made for five seconds, the

AVR 510 will return to normal operation.

The AVR 510 is equipped for future expansion

through the use of optional, external adapters

for formats that the AVR 510 may not be capa-

ble of processing. When an adapter is connected

to the 6-Channel Direct Input ª, you may

select it by pressing the 6-Ch Direct Input

Selector 37 . The 6-Channel Direct Input may

also be selected by pressing the Input Source

Selector button !on the front panel until

the words 6CHDIRECTappear in the

Main Information Display Y, and a green

LED lights next to 6CHin the Input

The channel output for any input may also be

adjusted using the full-OSD on-screen menu

system. First, set the volume to a comfortable

listening level using the Volume Control

î. Then, press the OSD button v

to bring up the MASTERMENU(Figure 1).

Press the Button nfour times until the

Indicators .

›

on-screen cursor is next to the CHANNEL

ADJUSTline. Press the Set Button pto

activate the CHANNELADJUSTmenu

(Figure 8).

Note that when the 6-Channel Direct Input is in

use, you may not select a surround mode, as

the external decoder determines the processing

in use. In addition, there is no signal at the

record outputs or bass management when the

6-Channel Direct Input is in use.

CHANNEL

ADJUST

FRONT

CENTER

FRONT

LEFT

0dB

OFF

RIGHT

SURR

RIGHT

LEFT

Memory Backup

SUBWOOFER

CHANNEL

RETURN

RESET:

TO MENU

This product is equipped with a memory backup

system that preserves the system configuration

information and tuner presets if the unit is acci-

dentally unplugged or subjected to a power

outage. This memory will last for approximately

two weeks, after which time all information

must be reentered.

Figure 8

Once the menu appears on your video screen,

⁄ ¤

use the

buttons nto move the on-

›

screen cursor so that it is next to the channel

‹ ›

that you wish to adjust. Then, use the

but-

tons o

to raise or lower the output level.

Remember, the goal is to have the output level

at each channel be equal when heard at the

listening position.

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Advanced Features

The AVR 510 is equipped with a number of

advanced features that add extra flexibility to

the unit’s operation. While it is not necessary

to use these features to operate the unit, they

provide additional options that you may wish

to use.

FULL. Within five seconds, press the front

panel Selector buttons 5until the desired

brightness display level is shown. At that point,

press the Set button Ôagain to enter the

setting.

î. When the desired volume level to

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

the setting as it appears in the lower third of

the video screen or in the Main Information

Display Y. (A typical volume level will appear

as a negative number such as –25dB.) When

‹›

Once the desired brightness level is selected, it

will remain in effect until it is changed again or

until the unit is turned off.

making the adjustment, use the

buttons

Display Brightness

to enter this setting.

The AVR 510’s Main Information Display

Ûis set at a default brightness level that is

sufficient for viewing in a normally lit room.

However, in some home-theater installations,

you may wish to occasionally lower the bright-

ness of the display, or turn it off completely.

Unlike some of the other adjustments in this

menu, the turn-on volume default will remain in

effect until it is changed or turned off in this

menu, even when the unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press

›

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nuntil the on-screen

cursor is next to the desired setting or the

RETURNTOMENUline and press the Set

button p. If you have no other adjustments

to make, press the OSD button vto exit the

menu system.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press

To change the display brightness setting for a

specific listening session, you will need to make

an adjustment in the ADVANCED

›

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nuntil the on-screen

cursor is next to the desired setting or the

RETURNTOMENUline and press the Set

button p. If you have no other adjustments

to make, press the OSD button vto exit the

menu system.

SELECTmenu. To start the adjustment,

press the OSD button vto bring the

Turn-On Volume Level

As is the case with most audio/video receivers,

when the AVR 510 is turned on, it will always

return to the volume setting in effect when the

unit was turned off. However, you may prefer to

always have the AVR 510 turn on at a specific

setting, regardless of what was last in use

when the unit was turned off. To change the

default condition so that the same volume level

is always used at turn-on, you will need to

make an adjustment in the ADVANCED

SELECTmenu. To start the adjustment,

press the OSD button vto bring the

MASTERMENUto the screen. Press the

›

button nsix times, until the on-screen cur-

sor is next to the ADVANCEDline. Press the

Set button pto enter the ADVANCED

SELECTmenu (Figure 9).

Semi-OSD Settings

The semi-OSD system places one-line messages

at the lower third of the video display screen

whenever the Volume, Input Source, Surround

mode or tuner frequency of any of the configu-

ration settings are changed. The semi-OSD sys-

tem is helpful in that it enables you to have

feedback on any control changes or remote

commands using the video display when it is

difficult to view the front panel displays.

However, you may occasionally prefer to turn

these displays off for a particular listening ses-

sion. You may also want to adjust the length of

time the displays remain on the screen. Both of

those options are possible with the AVR 510.

ADVANCED

SELECT

VFD

:FULL

DEFAULT:OFF

VOL SET:"25dB

:OFF

TIME

TO MENU

HALF

OFF

VOLUME

DEFAULT

SEMI

FULL

OSD

OUT:

OUT:205

RETURN

MASTER MENU(Figure 1) to the screen.

Press the button nsix times, until the on-

›

screen cursor is next to the ADVANCED

line. Press the Set button pto enter the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu (Figure 9).

Figure 9

To change the brightness setting, at the

At the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu make

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu, make cer-

›

certain that the on-screen cursor is next to

›

To turn off the semi-OSD system, you will need

to make an adjustment in the ADVANCED

SELECTmenu (Figure 9). To start the

adjustment, press the OSD button vto bring

the MASTERMENUto the screen. Press

tain that the on-screen cursor is next to the

the VOLUMEDEFAULTline by pressing

›

VFDline, and press the button

until

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nas needed. Next, press

the desired brightness level is highlighted in the

video display. When FULLis highlighted, the

display is at its normal brightness. When

HALFis highlighted, the display is at half the

normal brightness level. When OFFis high-

lighted, all of the indicators in the Main

Information Display Ûwill go dark. Note,

however, that the green LEDs for the Input

Indicators and the Surround Mode

Indicators ˜, as well as for the Power

Indicator 3, will always remain lit to remind

you that the unit is turned on.

›

the button

so that the word ONis

highlighted in the video display. Next, press the

›

button nonce so that the on-screen

the

button nsix times, until the on-screen

cursor is next to the DEFAULTVOLSET

line. To set the desired turn-on volume, press

‹ ›

cursor is next to the ADVANCEDline.

Press the Set button pto enter the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu.

until the desired vol-

the

buttons o

ume level is shown on the DEFAULTVOL

SETline. Note that this setting may NOT be

made with the regular volume controls.

At the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu,

make certain that the on-screen ^›cursor is

next to the SEMIOSDDEFAULTline by

⁄ ¤

NOTE: Since the setting for the turn-on volume

cannot be heard while the setting is being

made, you may wish to determine the setting

before making the adjustment. To do this, listen

to any source and adjust the volume to the

desired level using the regular volume controls

pressing the

buttons nas needed.

Next, press the ^›button

OFFis highlighted in the video display.

so that the word

The display brightness may also be changed by

pressing and holding the Set button Ôon the

front for three seconds until the message in the

Main Information Display Yreads VFD

Note that this setting is temporary and will

remain active only until it is changed or until

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Advanced Features

the AVR 510 is turned off. Once the unit is

turned off, the semi-OSD displays will remain

activated, even if they were switched off for the

previous listening session.

this menu, this is a permanent setting change,

and the Time-Out entry will remain in effect

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

If you wish to make other adjustments, press

›

⁄ ¤

To change the length of time that the semi-OSD

displays remain on the screen, go to the

ADVANCEDSELECTmenu as outlined

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nuntil the on-screen

cursor is next to the desired setting or the

RETURNTOMENUline and press the Set

button p. If you have no other adjustments

to make, press the OSD button vto exit the

menu system.

earlier, and press the

buttons nas

›

needed, until the on-screen cursor is next to

the SEMIOSDTIMEOUTline. Next,

‹ ›

until the

press the

buttons o

desired time in seconds is displayed. Note that

unlike most of the other options in this menu,

this is a permanent setting change, and the

time-out entry will remain in effect until it is

changed, even when the unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments, press

›

⁄ ¤

the

buttons nuntil the on-screen

cursor is next to the desired setting or the

RETURNTOMENUline and press the Set

button p. If you have no other adjustments

to make, press the OSD button vto exit the

menu system.

Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment

The FULLOSDmenu system is used to sim-

plify the setup and adjustment of the AVR 510,

using a series of on-screen menus. The factory

default setting for these menus leaves them on

the screen for 20 seconds after a period of

inactivity before they disappear from the screen

(Time-Out). Time-Out is a safety measure to

prevent image retention of the menu text in

your monitor or projector, which might happen

if it were left on indefinitely. However, some

viewers may prefer a slightly longer or shorter

period before the Time Out display.

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

to make an adjustment in the ADVANCED

SELECTmenu (Figure 9). To start the

adjustment, press the OSD button vto bring

the MASTERMENUto the screen. Press

the

button nsix times, until the on-screen

cursor is next to the ADVANCEDline.

Press the Set button pto enter the

ADVANCEDSELECTMenu (Figure 9).

At the ADVANCEDSELECTmenu

(Figure 9) make certain that the on-screen ^›

cursor is next to the FULLOSDTIME

⁄ ¤

OUTline by pressing the

needed. Next, press the

/ buttons nas

buttons o/

‹ ›

until the desired time is displayed in seconds.

Note that unlike most of the other options in

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Multiroom Operation

‹ ›

The AVR 510 is fully equipped to operate

as the control center for a multiroom system

with optional remote external infrared (IR) sen-

sors, speakers and power amplifiers. Although

some multiroom installations will require the

services of a specially trained installer, it is pos-

sible for the average do-it-yourself hobbyist to

install a simple remote room system.

At the MULTIVOLline, press the

but-

ton

on the remote. Next, press the Set

tons o

until the desired volume level for

⁄ ¤

button p. Press the

buttons nto

the multiroom system is entered. DO NOT use

the regular volume control knobs for this set-

ting. When all settings for the multiroom setup

⁄ ¤

turn the multiroom feed on or off. When the

multiroom system is on, the Multi indicator P

will light in the Main Information Display

Û, and the Main Information Display Y

or OSD will display MULTION. Press the

Set button pto enter the setting.

have been made, press the

buttons n

›

until the on-screen cursor is next to the

RETURNTOMENUline. If you have no

other adjustments to make, press the OSD but-

ton vto exit the menu system.

Installation

When the multiroom system is turned on, the

input selected using the multiroom menu will be

fed to the Multiroom Output jacks ‚ on the

rear panel. The volume will be as set in the pre-

vious selection, although it may also be adjusted

using an optional IR sensor and the Zone II

remote in the remote location or on the optional

audio power amplifier connected to the

The key to remote room operation is to link the

remote room to the AVR 510’s location with

wire for an infrared link and speakers or an

amplifier. For installation instructions for

Multiroom use, see page 16.

Multiroom Operation

When operating the AVR 510 from a remote

room location where an IR sensor link has been

connected to the AVR 510’s rear panel

Multiroom IR Input e, you may use either

the main remote control or the Zone II remote.

To turn on the multiroom feed, press any of the

Input Selector buttons on the Zone II remote

∫ç∂or the main remote efg.

Multiroom Setup

Multiroom Output jacks ‚.

Once the audio and IR link connections have

been made, the AVR 510 needs to be configured

for multiroom operation using the steps below.

Press the OSD button vto bring the

Once the multiroom system is turned on, it will

remain on even if the AVR 510 is placed in the

Standby mode in the main room by pressing

Press the AVR Selector f

∫

to turn the

unit on to the last source, or any of the other

Selector buttons to turn on to a specific source.

MASTERMENU(Figure 1) to the screen.

the Power Off button

åor the System

Press the button nfive times, until the on-

Power Control 2on the front panel. To turn

off the multiroom system, even when the AVR is

in Standby mode in the main listening room,

press the Multiroom button

Set button p. Press the

so that the Multi indicator Pin the Main

Information Display Ûgoes out, and the

Main Information Display Yor OSD will

display MULTIOFF. Press the Set button

pto enter the setting and turn the unit off.

›

screen cursor is next to the MULTI-

As long as an IR feed to the AVR 510 has been

established from the remote room, using any of

the buttons on either remote will control the

ROOMline. Press the Set button pto enter

the MULTI/ROOMSETUPmenu

(Figure 10).

and then the

buttons n

remote location volume

, change the

, change the tuner

or mute the output

⁄ ¤

tuner frequency u

MULTI/ROOM SETUP

preset `©

˚.

MULTI-ROOM:OFF ON

MULTI IN :FM PRESET 01

MULTI VOL :"25dB

RETURN TO MENU

If the Remote IR Output jack c on the

AVR 510 is connected to an IR Input jack on

compatible Harman Kardon audio components

such as CD, DVD or cassette players, the trans-

port functions of those machines may also be

controlled using the Transport Controls

Even when the AVR 510 is turned off in the

main room, the multiroom system may be

turned on at any time by pressing the

Figure 10

xÉƒ©˙∆on either remote

Multiroom button

, or any of the

control.

Selector buttons ∫ç∂in the remote

room.

When the MULTI/ROOMSETUPmenu

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

MULTI-ROOMline. Since this line is used

to turn the system on and off, do not make an

adjustment here unless you wish to turn the

system on at this time. To turn the system on,

To turn the system off from the remote room,

press the Power Off button d

å.

Remember that the AVR 510 may be turned on

or off from the remote room, regardless of the

system’s operation or status in the main room.

press the ^›button

so that ONis high-

lighted. If you do not wish to turn the system

on at this time or to proceed to the next step,

press the button nonce so that the › on-

NOTE: When the tuner is selected as the source

for the remote zone, any change to the fre-

quency or preset will also change the station

being listened to in the main room, if the tuner

is in use there. Similarly, if someone in the main

room changes the station, the change will also

impact the remote room.

screen cursor is next to the MULTIINline.

‹ ›

At the MULTIINline, press the

tons o

but-

until the desired input to the

multiroom system appears in the highlighted

video. When the selection has been made,

To activate the feed to the remote room, while

you are in the main listening room where the

AVR 510 is located, press the Multiroom but-

press the button nonce so that the

›

on-screen cursor is next to the MULTI

VOLline.

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Programming the Remote

The AVR 510 is equipped with a powerful

remote control that will control not only the

receiver’s functions, but also most popular

brands of audio and video equipment, including

CD players, cassette decks, TV sets, cable boxes,

VCRs, satellite receivers and other home-theater

equipment. Once the AVR 510’s remote is pro-

grammed with the codes for the products you

own, it is possible to eliminate most other

remotes and replace them with the convenience

of a single, backlit universal remote control.

Input Selector will flash three times

before going dark to confirm the entry.

also the volume, channel and transport con-

trols, as appropriate. If all functions do not

work properly, you may need to Auto-Search

for a different code, or enter a code via the

Direct Code Entry method.

6. Try all of the functions on the remote to

make certain that the product operates

properly. Keep in mind that many manufac-

turers use a number of different combina-

tions of codes, so it is a good idea to make

certain that not only the Power control, but

the volume, channel and transport controls

work as they should. If functions do not

work properly, you may need to use a differ-

ent remote code.

Code Readout

When the code has been entered using the Auto

Search method, it is always a good idea to find

out the exact code so that it may be easily reen-

tered if necessary. You may also read the codes

to verify which device has been programmed to

a specific Control Selector button.

Programming the Remote

1. Press and hold both the Input Selector

efor the device you wish to find the

As shipped from the factory, the remote is fully

programmed for all AVR 510 functions, as well

as those of most Harman Kardon CD changers,

DVD players, CD players and cassette decks. In

addition, by following one of the methods below,

you may program the remote to operate a wide

range of devices from other manufacturers.

7. If a code cannot be entered to turn the

unit off, if the code for your product does

not appear in the tables in this manual, or

if not all functions operate properly, try

programming the remote with the Auto

Search Method.

code for and the Mute button

at the

same time. Note that the Program/SPL

Indicator cwill initally turn amber.

Release the buttons and begin the next

step within 20 seconds.

Auto Search Method

2. Press the Set button p. The Program/SPL

Indicator cwill then blink green in a

sequence that corresponds to the three-digit

code, with a one-second pause between each

digit. Count the number of blinks between

each pause to determine the digit of the

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

the number 2, and so forth. Ten blinks are

used to indicate a “0.”

Direct Code Entry

This method is the easiest way to program your

remote to work with different products.

If the unit you wish to include in the AVR 510’s

remote is not listed in the code tables in this

manual or if the code does not seem to operate

properly, you may wish to program the correct

code using the Auto Search method that follows:

1. Use the tables in the following pages to

determine the three-digit code or codes that

match both the product type (e.g., VCR, TV)

and the specific brand name. If there is

more than one number for a brand, make

note of the different choices.

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

the AVR 510 remote.

2. Press the Input Selector efor the type

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

Example: One blink, followed by a one-second

pause, followed by six blinks, followed by a

one-second pause, followed by ten blinks indi-

cates that the code has been set to 160.

the Mute button

at the same time.

2. Turn on the unit you wish to program into

the AVR 510 remote.

Hold both buttons until the red light under

the Input Selector estays lit. Note that

the next step must take place while the red

light is on, and it must begin within 20 sec-

onds after the light appears.

3. Press and hold both the Input Selector

efor the product you wish to control

For future reference enter the Setup Codes for

the equipment in your system here:

(e.g., VCR, TV) and the Mute button

at the same time. When the Program/SPL

Indicator cturns amber and begins

flashing, release the buttons. It is important

that you begin the next step within 20

seconds.

3. Point the AVR 510 remote towards the

DVD ____________ CD ________________

VID1/VCR ________ VID2/TV __________

VID3/CBL ________ VID3/SAT__________

VID4 ____________ TAPE ____________

⁄

unit to be programmed, and press either

or button n. Each press will send out a

series of codes from the remote’s built-in

database. When the unit being programmed

⁄/¤

4. Point the AVR 510’s remote towards the unit

to be programmed, and enter the first three-

digit code number using the Numeric Keys

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

been entered. Press the Input Selector e

again, and note that the red light will flash

three times before going dark to confirm the

entry.

turns off, release

button n, as that

is your indication that the correct code is

in use.

4. Press the Input Selector e, and note

that the red light under the Input Selector

will flash three times before going dark to

confirm the entry.

5. If the device to be programmed in does NOT

turn off, continue to enter three-digit code

numbers until the equipment turns off. At

this point, the correct code has been

entered. Press the Input Selector e

again and note that the red light under the

5. Try all of the functions on the remote to

make certain that the product operates.

Keep in mind that many manufacturers use

a number of different combinations of

codes, and it is a good idea to make certain

that not only the Power control works, but

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Programming the Remote

8. Repeat Steps 1 through 7 for any addi-

tional remotes you wish to “teach” into the

AVR 510 Remote.

5. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill turn

off and the red light under the Input

Selector will flash on and off once to indi-

cate that the codes have been erased.

Learning Codes

In addition to using codes from the remote’s

internal code library, the AVR 510’s remote is

able to “learn”codes from remotes that may

not be in the code library. In addition, you may

use this function to “learn over” the codes from

a preprogrammed device to add functions not

included in the preprogrammed codes. To learn

or transfer codes from an IR remote to the

AVR 510’s remote, follow these steps:

Erasing Learned Codes

The AVR 510’s remote allows you to remove or

erase, the code learned into a single button for a

single device, to remove or erase the code set for

all the codes that have been programmed into

specific device buttons, or to erase all commands

that have been learned to all devices.

To erase all codes that have been programmed

to all devices in the remote, follow these steps:

1. Press any Input Selector efgfor

which you wish to erase the codes and also

the Learn button h.

To erase a single learned code from within a sin-

gle device’s settings, follow these steps:

2. When the red LED under the Input Selector

turns red and the Program/SPL Indicator

cflashes amber, release the buttons.

1. Place the front of the original remote with

the code being sent so that it is facing the

IR Transmitter Window bon the

AVR 510 remote “head-to-head.” The

remotes should be between one and three

inches apart.

1. Press and hold both the Input Selector

efgwithin which the individual but-

ton to be erased has been programmed and

the Learn button h.

3. Press and release the Input Selector

efgagain for the device whose

codes you wish to erase.

2. Select the button on the remote that you

wish to use as the device selector for the

codes about to be entered. This may be any

of the Input Selectors e.

2. When the red LED under the Input Selector

turns red and the Program/SPL Indicator

cflashes amber, release the buttons.

4. Press the 9 button rfour times.

5. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill turn

off and the red light under the Input

Selector will flash on and off once to

indicate that the codes have been erased.

3. Press and release the Input Selector

efgagain for the device within

which the individual button to be erased has

been programmed.

3. Press the Input Selector ebutton

chosen and the Learn button hat the

same time. Hold these buttons until the

Program/SPL Indicator cflashes amber

and the light under the device selector but-

ton turns red. Release the buttons.

Macro Programming

Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently

used combinations of commands with the press

of a single button on the AVR 510’s remote con-

trol. Once programmed, a macro will send out

up to 19 different remote codes in a predeter-

mined sequential order enabling you to auto-

mate the process of turning on your system,

changing devices, or other common tasks. The

AVR 510’s remote can store up to five separate

macro command sequences: one that is

associated with the Power On button aand

four more that are accessed by pressing the

Macro buttons w.

4. Press the 7 button rfour times.

5. Press and release the individual button for

which the code is to be erased. The

Program/SPL Indicator cwill blink green

two times and then return to amber.

4. Press the button on the AVR 510 remote that

you wish to program. Note that the

Program/SPL Indicator cwill stop

flashing.

6. To erase other buttons within the same device,

press them as noted in Step 5.

5. Within five seconds, press and hold the but-

ton on the original remote that you wish to

“teach” into the AVR 510 remote. When the

Program/SPL Indicator cturns green

three times, release the button. Note that the

Program Indicator will then begin to flash

amber again.

7. When all buttons to be erased have been

pressed, press the Learn button hto

complete the process.

1. Press the Mute button

and the

To erase all codes within a single device, follow

these steps:

Macro button wto be programmed or

the Power On button aat the same

time. Note that an Input Selector will light

red, and the Program/SPL Indicator c

will flash amber.

NOTE: If the Program/SPL Indicator c

turns red during Step 5 or 6, the program-

ming was not successful. Repeat the steps to

see if the code will “take.”

1. Press and hold both the Input Selector

efgfor which you wish to erase the

codes and the Learn button h.

2. Enter the steps for the macro sequence by

pressing the button for the actual command

step. Although the macro may contain up to

19 steps, each button press, including those

used to change devices, counts as a step.

The Program/SPL Indicator cwill flash

green to confirm each button press as you

enter commands.

6. Repeat Steps 4 though 6 for each button on

the source remote that you wish to transfer

to the AVR 510 remote.

2. When the red LED under the Input Selector

turns red and the Program/SPL Indicator

cflashes amber, release the buttons.

7. Once all codes have been transferred from

the original source remote to the AVR 510

remote, press the Learn button h.

3. Press and release the Input Selector

efgagain for the device whose

codes you wish to erase.

4. Press the 8 button rfour times.

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Programming the Remote

NOTE: While entering commands for Power

On/Off of any device during a macro sequence,

4. The red LED under the AVR Selector will

go out, and the Program/SPL Indicator

cwill turn green and flash three times

before it goes out.

press the Mute button

. DO NOT press the

actual Power button.

3. When all the steps have been entered,

press the Sleep button jto enter the

commands. The red light under the Input

Selectors efwill blink and then

turn off.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator c

goes out, the Macro has been erased.

Programmed Device Functions

Once the AVR 510’s remote has been pro-

grammed for the codes of other devices, press

the appropriate Input Selector eto change

the remote from controlling the AVR 510 to con-

trolling the additional product. When you press

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

to indicate that you have changed the device

being controlled.

Example: To program the Macro 1 button

so that it turns on the AVR 510, TV and a

Cable Box, follow these steps:

• Press the Macro 1 button wand

Mute

buttons at the same time and

then release them.

• Note that the Program/SPL Indicator

will flash amber.

• Press the AVR Selector f.

When operating a device other than the

AVR 510, the controls may not correspond

exactly to the function printed on the remote

or button. Some commands, such as the volume

control, are the same as they are with the

AVR 510. Other buttons will change their

function so that they correspond to a secondary

label on the remote. For example, the Sleep

and Surround mode selector buttons also func-

tion as the Channel Up and Channel Down

buttons when operating most TV sets, VCRs or

cable boxes. The Channel Up/Down indication is

printed directly on the remote. For many stan-

dard CD players, cassette decks, VCRs and DVD

functions, the standard function icons are printed

on top of the buttons.

• Press the Mute

button to store the

AVR 510’s power on command.

• Press the VID 2 Input Selector button

eto indicate the next command is for

“TV Power On.”

• Press the Mute

button to store the

TV Power On Command.

• Press the VID 3 Input Selector button

eto indicate the next command is for

“Cable Power On.”

• Press the Mute

button to store the

Cable Power On command.

• Press the Sleep/Channel Up button j

to complete the process and store the

macro sequence.

For some products, however, the function of a

particular button does not follow the command

printed on the remote. In order to see which

function a button controls, consult the Function

List tables printed on page 41. To use those

tables, first check the type of device being con-

trolled (e.g., TV, VCR). Next, look at the remote

control diagram pictured at the left. Note that

each button has a number on it.

After following these steps, each time you

press the Macro 1 button w, the remote

will send the Power On/Off command.

Erasing Macro Commands

To remove the commands that have been

programmed into one of the Macro buttons,

follow these steps:

To find out what function a particular button

has for a specific device, find the button number

on the Function List and then look in the

column for the device you are controlling. For

example, button number 54 is the Macro 2

button for the AVR 510, but it is the “Favorite”

button for many cable television boxes and

satellite receivers. Button number 32 is the

Delay button for the AVR 510, but the + Time

button for CD players.

1. Press the Mute button

button wthat contains the commands

you wish to erase.

and the Macro

LIGHT

2. Note that the Program/SPL Indicator

cwill flash amber, and the LED under

the AVR Selector fwill turn red.

510

3. Within ten seconds, press the Surround

Mode Selector/Channel Down

button k.

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Programming the Remote

Note that the numbers used to describe the but-

ton functions at the left for the purposes of

describing how a button operates are a different

set of numbers than those used in the rest of this

manual to describe the button functions for the

AVR 510.

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-

Through and return the remote to its original con-

figuration, repeat the steps shown in the example

above. However, press the VID 1/VCR Input

Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

Program/SPL Indicator cwill blink green

three times and then go out to confirm the

data entry.

Example: To have the AVR 510’s volume

control activated even though the remote is

set to control the TV, first press the Video/TV

Input Selector eand the Mute button

Transport Control Punch-Through

Notes on Using the AVR 510 Remote With

Other Devices.

The AVR 510’s remote may be programmed to

operate so that the Transport Control Functions

x(Play, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Pause and

Record) for a VCR, DVD or CD will operate in con-

junction with one of the other devices controlled

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

trolling the TV, you may wish to start or stop your

VCR or DVD without having to change the device

selected by the AVR 510 or the remote. To pro-

gram the remote for Transport Control Punch-

Through, follow these steps:

at the same time. Next, press the

• Manufacturers may use different code sets for

the same product category. For that reason, it

is important that you check to see whether the

code set you have entered operates as many

controls as possible. If it appears that only a

few functions operate, check to see whether

another code set will work with more buttons.

Volume Up button

AVR Selector f.

, followed by the

NOTE: Should you wish to return the remote to

the original configuration after entering a Volume

Punch-Through, you will need to repeat the steps

shown above. However, press the same Input

Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

• When a button is pressed on the AVR 510

remote, the red light under the Input

Selector efor the product being operated

should flash briefly. If the Device Control

Selector flashes for some but not all buttons

for a particular product, it does NOT indicate a

problem with the remote but rather that no

function is programmed for the button being

pushed.

Channel Control Punch-Through

1. Press the Input Selector efor the device

you wish to have the channel control associ-

ated with and the Mute button 38 at the

same time until the red light appears under the

Input Selector eand the Program/ SPL

Indicator cflashes amber.

The AVR 510’s remote may be programmed to

operate so that the channel control function for

either the TV, cable or satellite receiver used in

your system may be used in conjunction with one

of the other devices controlled by the remote. For

example, while using and controlling the VCR, you

may wish to change channels on a cable box or

satellite receiver without having to change the

device selected by the AVR 510 or the remote. To

program the remote for Channel Control Punch-

Through, follow these steps:

Volume Punch-Through

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

Indicator cwill stop flashing and stay

amber.

The AVR 510’s remote may be programmed to

operate the Volume Control

and Mute

functions of either the TV or the AVR 510 in

3. Press and release the Input Selector button

efor the device that will be used to change

the channels. The Program/SPL Indicator

cwill blink green three times and then go

out to confirm the data entry.

conjunction with any of the devices controlled by

the remote. For example, since the AVR 510 will

likely be used as the sound system for TV view-

ing, you may wish to have the AVR 510’s volume

activated, although the remote is set to run the

TV. Either the AVR 510 or TV volume control may

be associated with any of the remote’s devices.

To program the remote for Volume Punch-

Through, follow these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector button efor the

device you wish to have the channel control

associated with and the Mute button

the same time until the red light appears under

the Input Selector eand the Program/

SPL Indicator cflashes amber.

Example: To control the transport of a DVD

player while the remote is set to control the TV,

first press the VID 2/TV Input Selector but-

2. Press the Volume Down button 34 . The

Program/SPL Indicator cwill stop flash-

ing and stay amber.

ton eand the Mute button

at the

same time. Next, release them and press the

Play button x, followed by the DVD Input

Selector button e.

1. Press the Input Selector efor the unit you

wish to have associated with the volume con-

3. Press and release the Input Selector button

efor the device that will be used to change

the channels. The Program/SPL Indicator

cwill blink green three times and then go

out to confirm the data entry.

trol and the Mute button

at the same

time until the red light appears under the

Input Selector eand note that the

Program/SPL Indicator cwill flash amber.

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-

Through and return the remote to its original con-

figuration, repeat the steps shown in the example

above. However, press the VID 2/TV Input

Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

2. Press the Volume Up button 34 and note

that the Program/SPL Indicator cwill

stop flashing and stay amber.

Example: To control the channels using your

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver while the

remote is set to control the VCR, first press the

VID 1/VCR Input Selector button eand

the Mute button 38 at the same time. Next,

NOTE: Before programming the remote for

Volume, Channel or Transport Punch-Through,

make certain that any programming needed for

the specific TV, CD, DVD, Cable or Satellite

Receivers has been completed.

3. Press either the AVR Selector for the

Input Selector e, depending on which

system’s volume control you wish to have

attached for the punch-through mode. The

release them and press the Volume Down

button

, followed by the VID 2/TV Input

Selector button e.

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1. Press any of the Input Selector buttons e

and the ”O“ button rat the same time

until the Program/SPL Indicator cbegins

to flash amber.

Reassigning Device Control

Selectors

Although each Input Selector eis normally

assigned to the category of product shown on the

remote, it is possible to reassign one of these but-

tons to operate a second device of another type.

For example, if you have two VCRs but no satellite

receiver, you may program the “SAT” button to

operate a second VCR. Before following the nor-

mal programming steps for either Three-Digit entry

or Auto Search code entry, you must first reassign

the button with the following steps:

2. Press the ”3“ button rthree times.

3. The red LED under the Input Selector ewill

go out and the Program/SPL Indicator c

will stop flashing and turn green.

4. The Program/SPL Indicator cwill remain

green until the remote is reset. Note that this

may take a while, depending on how many

commands are in the memory and need to be

erased.

1. Press the Input Selector eyou wish to

reassign and the Mute button

at the

same time until the red light appears under the

Input Selector eand the Program/SPL

Indicator cflashes amber.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator cgoes

out, the remote has been reset to the factory

settings.

2. Press the Input Selector efor the device

you wish to program into the reassigned

button.

3. Enter the three-digit code for the specific

model you wish the reassigned button to

operate.

4. Press the same Input Selector epressed in

Step 1 once again to store the selection. The

red LED under the re-assigned Input Selector

will flash three times and then go out.

Example: To use the CBL/SAT button to oper-

ate a second VCR, first press the CBL/SAT

Input Selector eand the Mute button

at the same time until the red light glows

under the CBL/SAT ebutton. Press the VCR

ebutton, followed by the three-digit code

for the specific model you wish to control.

Finally, press the CBL/SAT ebutton again.

Resetting the Remote Memory

As you add components to your home-theater sys-

tem, occasionally you may wish to totally repro-

gram the remote control without the confusion of

any commands, macros or ”Punch-Through“ pro-

gramming that you may have done. To do this, it is

possible to reset the remote to the original factory

defaults and command codes by following these

steps. Note, however, that once the remote is

reset, all commands or codes that you have

entered will be erased and will need to be re-

entered:

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Function List

No. Button Name

AVR Function

DVD

CD/CDR

Tape

VCR (VID 1) TV (VID 1)

CBL (VID 3) SAT (VID 3)

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power Off

Power On

Mute

Power On

Mute

AVR

AVR Select

DVD

DVD Input Select

CD Input Select

Tape Input Select

Video 1 Select

Video 2 Select

Video 3 Select

Video 4 Select

DVD Select

CD Select

Tape

Tape Select

VID 1

VID 2

VCR Select

TV Select

VID 3 Select

10 VID 3

11 VID 4

12 Learn

13 AM/FM

14 6 Ch. Select

15 SPL

Tuner Select

6 Ch Input Select

Left

16 Sleep

17 Test

Sleep

Channel +

Test Tone

Input Select

CDP Select

18 TV

TV/DVD

TV/VCR

TV/Cable

TV/Sat

19 Volume Up

Volume Up

Input Level Up

CDR Select

Volume Up

Channel –

Volume Up

Channel –

Volume Up

Channel –

20 Surround Select Surround Mode Select

21 Night

Night Mode Select

Multi-Room Select

Volume Down

22 Multi Room

23 Volume Down

Input Level Down

Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down

24 Channel/Guide Channel Trim

Title

Info/Guide

⁄

Move/Adjust Up

26 Speaker/Menu Speaker Adjust

Left

Enter

Right

Subtitle

Down

Return

Left

28 Set

ﬁ

Move/Adjust Left

Set

Left

Enter

Right

Exit

Enter

Right

Exit

Enter

Right

Exit

ﬂ

Right

30 Digital/Exit

Digital Input Select

Move/Adjust Down

Exit

Down

32 Delay/Prev. Ch. Delay Adjust

Time

Prev Channel

Prev Channel Prev Channel

‡ﬁ

ﬂ·

41 Tun-M

Tuner Mode

44 Memory

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Function List (continued)

No. Button Name

AVR Function

DVD

CD/CD-R

Tape

VCR (VID 1) TV (VID 1)

CBL (VID 3) SAT (VID 3)

45 Tune Up

46 Direct

47 Clear

Tune Up

Next Chapter

Direct Tuner Entry

Clear

Track Direct

Clear

OSD

Clear

OSD

Clear

OSD

48 Preset Up

49 Tune Down

50 OSD

Preset Tune Up

Tune Down

OSD

Slow Forward

Prev Chapter Track Increment

OSD

Stop

51 D. Skip

52 Preset Down

53 M1

Disc Skip

Stop

Preset Tune Down Slow Rev

Open/Close

Intro Scan

Open/Close

Cancel

Sleep

PPV

Cancel

Fav

54 M2

Subtitle On/Off Repeat

Fav

55 M3

Audio Select Random Play

Angle Select

Bypass

Music

Day –

Alt

56 M4

57 Rewind

58 Play

R. Search

Play

R. Search

Play

Rewind

Play

Rewind

Play

Day –

59 Fast Forward

60 Record

61 Stop

F. Search

Record

Stop

Fast Fwd

Record

Stop

Fast Fwd

Record

Stop

Day +

Stop

62 Pause

Pause

Skip –

Skip +

Pause

63 Skip Down

64 Skip Up

Skip –

Skip +

Scan –

Scan +

Page –

Page +

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Setup Code Table: TV

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

A MARK

ADMIRAL

AKAI

103 132

192

001 160

AMPRO

070 164

AMSTRAD

ANAM

053

045 055 057 076 095 099 103 106 109 112 122

AOC

001 011 103

BLAUPUNKT

BROKSONIC

CANDLE

CAPEHART

CENTURION

CENTRONIC

CITIZEN

084

205 206

001 002 003 011

059

170 171

045

001 002 003 011 045 092 094 132

CLASSIC

CONCERTO

CONTEC

CORANDO

CORONADO

CRAIG

045

011

041 045 051 052

172

132

045 055 157 158 159

CROWN

CURTIS MATHES

CXC

045 132

001 092 107 132

045

DAEWOO

DAYTRON

DIGI LINK

DYNASTY

DYNATECH

ELECTROHOME

EMERSON

FISHER

011 022 023 038 045 046 056 068 073 094 098 102 105 108 111 114 116 118 119 127 132

107 132

200

045

063

074 132

001 012 033 045 048 049 051 052 091 107 132 137 139 141 157 158 162 205

013 058

FUNAI

033 045

FUTURETECH

045

001 014 015 038 057 070 071 107 121 133 141 145 163 199

GOLDSTAR

GRUNDIG

HALL MARK

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

INFINITY

INKEL

011 093 097 101 103 104 107 110 113 118 128 132

193

107

201

001 011 015 016 017 018 029 043 072 132 144 147

148

120

JBL

148

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

001 011 014 015 030 035 092 132 145

019

JVC

038 040 079 134

KAWASHO

KEC

173

045

KENWOOD

KLOSS

001 204

002 060

KMC

132

KTV

001 045 132 162

LLOYTRON

LODGENET

LOGIK

172 173

069

LUXMAN

LXI

011

013 021 053 077 145 148

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MATSUI

001 003 011 060 061 062 064 065 118 132 145 148

001 074 148

148

MEMOREX

METZ

013 069 107

084

MGA

001 011 033 044 050 074 107

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Setup Code Table: TV (continued)

MIDLAND

MINERVA

MITSUBISHI

MTC

199

084

001 011 030 033 042 044 100 107 115 154 160 167 168

175 176

NAD

021 031

NATIONAL

NEC

177 178 179 180 181 182

001 013 022 025 030 042 057 121 123 125

NIKEI

045

ONKING

ONWA

045

OPTONICA

ORION

025 077

207 208 209 210 211

PANASONIC

PENNEY

PHILCO

038 057 076 087 148 169

199

001 003 011 030 045 057 060 061 064 065 118 132 148

PHILIPS

001 003 011 040 060 067 088 132 145 148

PIONEER

PORTLAND

PROSCAN

PROTON

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

001 024 029 031 032 107 213 214

011 132

133

059 107 122 132 165

038 057 087

025 045 048 107 118 132 195 196 197 198

001 011 029 030 057 071 133 145 161 163 199

REALISTIC

RUNCO

013 025 045 048 195 196 197

152 153

SAA

183

SAMPO

001 059 107

SAMSUNG

SANYO

051 085 092 096 104 107 118 124 128 132 145

013 026 027 037 041 054 058 078

SCOTT

033 045 049 107 132

SEARS

011 013 021 033 035 058 078 092 107 132 145

SHARP

011 020 025 028 033 034 077 132 154

SIEMENS

SIGNATURE

SONY

084

069

043 067 075 117 130 136 194 212

SOUNDESIGN

SPECTRICON

SSS

003 033 045 107

103

011 045

SUPREMACY

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

002

001 003 011 060 061 064 065 107 118 131 145 148

184

077

TATUNG

TECHNICS

TECHWOOD

TEKNIKA

TELEFUNKEN

TELERENT

TERA

057 063

080

011

001 002 003 011 030 033 036 045 069 074 092 094 132

039 047 083

069

156

THOMSON

TMK

190 191

011 107

TOSHIBA

TOTEVISION

UNIVERSAL

VIDEO CONCEPTS

VIDTECH

WARDS

013 021 035 042 052 063 092 129 202

132

014 015

160

011 107

011 014 015 025 033 061 062 064 065 069 071 107 132 148

YAMAHA

YORK

001 011

107

YUPITERU

ZENITH

ZONDA

045

069 070 090 094

103

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Setup Code Table: VCR

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

AIWA

040

AKAI

022 048 050 108 109 126

AMPRO

076

AMSTRAD

ANAM

133

037 039 089

ASA

134

AUDIO DYNAMICS

BROKSONIC

CANDLE

CANON

018 029 044 048

041 043 110 147 166

134 135 137

034 037 039 135 140

CAPEHART

CITIZEN

CRAIG

094

134

003 045 116

CURTIS MATHES

DAEWOO

DAYTRON

DBX

037 039

012 014 017 068 069 094 096 097 098 102 103 104

094

018 029 044 048

DUAL

136

DYNATECH

ELECTROHOME

EMERSON

FERGUSON

FINLUX

040 057

063

013 023 031 033 035 037 040 041 042 043 050 087 110 112 119

136

133

FISHER

003 015 016 017

FUNAI

040 133

037 039 067 076 093 095 124 127

GO VIDEO

GOLDSTAR

GRAETZ

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

INSTANT REPLAY

ITT

113 117

018 019 026 087 092 100 107

136

018 049

011 040 048 067 118 130

037 039

136

JCL

037 039

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

018 019 021 039 045 070 087

048

JVC

018 037 039 048 052 054 059 064 111 130 132

KENWOOD

LLOYD

020 044 048 052

040

LXI

019 020 040 087

MAGIN

045

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MARTA

037 039 040 071 072

018 037 039 071 073

087

MATSUI

MEI

033 036

037 039

MEMOREX

MGA

003 017 020 037 039 040 057 076 087 115 120

049 050 063

MINOLTA

MITSUBISHI

MTC

019 026

019 026 049 050 053 055 063 065 131 145 146

133

MULTITECH

NAD

030 040

139

NATIONAL

NEC

140

018 029 044 048 052

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Setup Code Table: VCR (continued)

NORDMENDE

OPTIMUS

OPTONICA

ORION

048

159

057 058

147 166

PANASONIC

PENTAX

070 074 078 086 114 125 150 167 172

019 026 037 039 067

PHILCO

037 039 040 071

PHILIPS

037 039 040 058 071 075 087

PILOT

087

PIONEER

PORTLAND

PULSAR

019 027 052

094

076

QUARTZ

001 020

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

039 070 079 125 144

133 134 137 140 141 142 152 158 159 160 161

019 026 039 066 067 093 095 124 125 127 157 172

REALISTIC

RICO

003 015 017 020 037 039 040 045 057 058 087 137 152 159 160

062

RUNCO

128

SABA

136

SAISHO

143

SALORA

020

SAMSUNG

SANSUI

038 045 088 090 091 093 095 098 099 101 105 106 109

028 048 052 116 147 166

SANYO

003 014 017 020 115

SCHAUB LORENZ

SCOTT

136

023 043 098 110 112

SEARS

003 015 016 017 019 020 026 037 047 077 084 087

SHARP

037 058 129 156

SHINTOM

SONY

030

003 016 037 056 060 061 062 080 081 082 129

SOUNDESIGN

STS

040

019

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TANDY

037 039 040 063 071

040

017 040

TASHICO

TATUNG

TEAC

134

044 048

040 044 048

TECHNICS

TEKNIKA

TELEFUNKEN

THOMAS

THOMSON

THORN

037 039

025 037 039 040 087

136

040

136

TMK

013

TOSHIBA

TOTEVISION

UNITECH

VECTOR RESEARCH

VICTOR

015 019 047 051 063 085 098 112 155

045 087

045

018

052

VIDEO CONCEPTS

VIDEOSONIC

WARDS

YAMAHA

ZENITH

018 040 050

045

003 019 023 030 037 039 040 045 057 058 112

018 040 044 048

040 052 060 062 076 083 087

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Setup Code Table: CD

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

ADC

012

ADCOM

049 063 069

AIWA

072 111 118 156 170

AKAI

050 177 184

AUDIO TECHNICA

AUDIOACCESS

AUDIOFILE

BSR

053

125

211

044 064

CALIFORNIA AUDIO

CAPETRONIC

CARRERA

CARVER

CASIO

015 109

070

064 087

051 057 136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186

066 117 122 166

CLARINETTE

CROWN

CURTIS MATHES

DENON

122 166

042

066

187 188 213

EMERSON

FISHER

049 052 093 108

023 055 057 068

FRABA

117

FUNAI

126

164

GENEXXA

GOLDSTAR

HAITAI

017 096 108

016 087

099 214

HARMAN KARDON

HITACHI

INKEL

001 002 025 040 054 190 218 219

049 093

026 027 216

JC PENNEY

JENSEN

021 066 098 147

153

JVC

029 176 195 196

KENWOOD

KYOCERA

LOTTE

014 020 023 030 062 078 079 148 151 176 178 181

012

108

LUXMAN

LXI

018 035 077 102

066 164

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MCINTOSH

MCS

039 051 113

043 051 058 084 191 192 193

194

021 066 080 098

MEMOREX

MGA

096

032

MISSION

MITSUBISHI

MITSUMI

MODULAIRE

NAD

NAKAMICHI

NEC

NIKKO

051

032

152

122 166

013 074 197 198

199 200 201

021 069

053 055

051

NSM

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Setup Code Table: CD (continued)

ONKYO

037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203

OPTIMUS

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

020 036 056 057 064 065 089 090 091 092 096 099 104 212

015 075 109 119 158 183 204

039 051 138 149 209

PIONEER

PROTON

QUASAR

RADIO SHACK

RCA

017 036 071 094 096 100 112 123 131 160 161 162 215

051 210

015 109

122 126 213

024 049 081 093 150

RCX

169

REALISTIC

ROTEL

049 056 057 058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166

051

SAE

051

SAMSUNG

SANSUI

028

047 051 081 134 157 172

SANYO

033 057 068 082 095 168

SCOTT

108

SEARS

066

SHARP

020 058 073 105 114 151 159 167 180 181

SHERWOOD

SIGNATURE

SONY

003 026 027 041 058 105 133

040

060 103 115 116 118 132 139 163 205 206 207 208 212 217

SOUNDSTREAM

STS

124

012

SYLVANIA

SYMPHONIC

TAEKWANG

TANDY

051

059 110

177

096

TEAC

011 022 048 058 085 086 106 107 110 121 137 146 154

TECHWOOD

THETA DIGITAL

TOSHIBA

VECTOR RESEARCH

VICTOR

083

039

013 074 097 151 155 173

087

029 120 130

040 095

WARDS

YAMAHA

YORK

019 031 053 061 135 169

122 166

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Setup Code Table: Tape

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

001

HARMAN KARDON

Setup Code Table: Audio

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

001

HARMAN KARDON

Setup Code Table: DVD

Manufacturer/Brand

APEX DIGITAL

CALIFORNIA AUDIO

DENON

Setup Code Number

061

040

002 019 022 034 051

003 004

GOLDSTAR

HARMAN KARDON

JVC

005

001 032

006

KENWOOD

LOTTE

007 050

005 055 064

008

MAGNAVOX

MARANTZ

MITSUBISHI

NAD

033 056

033 059

023 036

010 062

ONKYO

009 015 048

011 050

024 025 030 034 035 044 052

033 056

OPTIMUS

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

PIONEER

PROCEED

PROSCAN

RCA

012 020 038 041 046 047 065

060

003 004 037

003 004 018 037

027

RUNCO

SAMSUNG

SANYO

031 053 054

013 049

SHARP

SONY

021 028 050

015 029 043 045

026

TECHNICS

THOMSON

TOSHIBA

YAMAHA

ZENITH

003 004

009 033 047 057 058

016 017 030 063

005 033 055 064

039

ZENITH DIVX

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Setup Code Table: SAT

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

ALPHASTAR

ALPHASTAR DBS

ALPHASTAR DSR

AMPLICA

472

450

422 442

356

BIRDVIEW

414 425

BSR

359

CAPETRONICS

CHANNEL MASTER

CHAPARRAL

CITOH

359

320 321 322 325 361

315 316 319 380 451

360

CURTIS MATHES

DRAKE

356

312 313 317 318 413 481

DX ANTENNA

ECHOSTAR

331 352 362 379 483

364 395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485

ELECTRO HOME

EUROPLUS

392

415

FUJITSU

324 328 329 334

GENERAL INSTRUMENT 303 311 323 365 403 454 468 474

HITACHI DBS

HOUSTON TRACKER

HUGHES

455

463

372 437

HYTEK

359

JANIEL

366

JERROLD

367 454 464 468

KATHREIN

LEGEND

410

453

LUXOR

368

MACOM

317 365 369 370 371

MAGNAVOX

MEMOREX

NEXTWAVE

NORSAT

461 473

453

423 424

373 374

OPTIMUS

466

PANASONIC

PANASONIC DBS

PANSAT

366 469

457

420

PERSONAL CABLE

PHILIPS

418

375

PICO

407

PRESIDENT

PRIMESTAR

RCA

326 404

412 454 464 475

301 408 436 439 458 465

REALISTIC

SAMSUNG

SATELLITE SERVICE CO

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

SONY

349 377 480

422 442

335 341 353 388

339

405 438

STAR CHOICE DBS

STARCAST

SUPER GUIDE

TEECOM

TOSHIBA

UNIDEN

459

347

327 423 424

330 333 378 390 391 393 409

302 426 443 460 461 462 470

323 332 348 349 350 351 354 355 381 382 383 389 403 466 479 480

385 386 387 394 419

ZENITH

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Setup Code Table: CBL

Manufacturer/Brand

Setup Code Number

ABC

001 003 011 045 048 052 059 110

ALLEGRO

AMERICAST

ANTRONIX

ARCHER

111

212

021

012 014 021 031 112

BELCOR

113

CABLE STAR

CENTURION

CENTURY

CITIZEN

033 113

092

014

014 111

COLOUR VOICE

COMBANO

COMTRONICS

DIAMOND

DIGI

069 090

083 084

026 037

030

114

EAGLE

027 037 046 186

EASTERN

ELECTRICORD

EMERSON

FOCUS

063 066 070 115

039

112

116

G.I.

001 003 011 015 017 093 095 096 097

GC ELECTRONICS

113

076

GEMINI

GENERAL

015 029 032 060

210

GENERAL INSTRUMENT 168

GOLDEN CHANNEL

GOODMIND

HAMLIN

037

112

055 056 061 099 100 101 117 175 207 208

HITACHI

001 061 188

HOSPITALITY

JASCO

074 080

111

JERROLD

001 002 003 011 015 016 017 073 093 095 096 097 162 167

LINDSAY

118

M-NET

043

MACOM

040 191

MAGNAVOX

MEMOREX

MOVIE TIME

NSC

017 019 068 082

058

035 039

022 035 044 075 190

OAK

023 038 043 059 094 196 197

PACE

179

PANASONIC

PANTHER

PARAGON

PHILIPS

050 053 176 177 189 214

114

058

013 019 020 027 069 085 090

PIONEER

001 041 057 079 119 171 200 209

POPULAR MECHANICS

POST NEWS WEEK

PRELUDE

116

023

120

PRIMESTAR

PTS

162

018 054 075 076

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Setup Code Table: CBL (continued)

PULSAR

058

RADIO SHACK

RCA

111 112 213

053 214

RECOTON

REGAL

116

055 056 061 099 100 101 207

REGENCY

REMBRANT

SAMSUNG

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA

SEAM

063 115

032

037 072 186

003 018 047 048 049 051 052 110 183 184 203 204

121

SHERITECH

SIGNAL

029

037

SIGNATURE

SL MARX

SPRUCER

STARCOM

STARGATE

SYLVANIA

TADIRAN

TANDY

001 188

037

053 081 177 189

002 011 015 016 163

015 037 120

071

037

024

TELECAPATION

TEXSCAN

TFC

028

036 071

122

TIMELESS

TOCOM

123

045 046 062 170 205

TOSHIBA

058

UNIKA

014 021 031

UNITED CABLE

UNIVERSAL

VIDEOWAY

VIEWSTAR

ZENITH

011 059

012 014 021 031 033 034 039 042 113

124 211

019 022 025 086 087 088 089 190

058 065 098 125 211

116

ZENTEK

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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

• Mute is on

• Make certain that all input and speaker connections

are secure

• Volume control is down

• Press Mute button

• Turn up volume control

Unit turns on, but front panel

display does not light up

• Display brightness is turned off

• Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section

on page 33 so that the display is set to VFD FULL

No sound from any speaker;

light around power switch is red

• Amplifier is in protection mode

due to possible short

• Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and

speaker ends

• Amplifier is in protection mode

due to internal problems

• Contact your local Harman Kardon service depot

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 visible to remote

or connect remote sensor

Intermittent buzzing in tuner

• Local interference

• Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent

lights, motors or other electrical appliances

Letters flash in the channel indicator

display and digital audio stops

• Digital audio feed paused

• Resume play for DVD

• Check that Digital Input is selected

delay times and speaker configuration data,

first put the unit in Standby by pressing the

System Power Control button 2. Next,

press and hold the Tone Mode 6and the

FM Mode Selector @buttons for three

seconds.

speakers, output levels, surround modes, digital

input assignments as well as the tuner presets.

After a reset the unit will be returned to the

factory presets, and all settings for these items

must be reentered.

Processor Reset

In the rare case where the unit’s operation or

the displays seem abnormal, the cause may

involve the erratic operation of the system’s

memory or microprocessor.

If the system is still operating incorrectly, there

may have been an electronic discharge or

severe AC line interference that has corrupted

the memory or microprocessor.

The unit will turn on automatically and display

the RESETmessage in the Main

Information Display Y. Note that once you

have cleared the memory in this manner, it is

necessary to reestablish all system configuration

settings and tuner presets.

To correct this problem, first unplug the unit

from the AC wall outlet and wait at least three

minutes. After the pause, reconnect the AC

power cord and check the unit’s operation. If

the system still malfunctions, a system reset

may clear the problem.

If these steps do not solve the problem, consult

an authorized Harman Kardon service depot.

NOTE: Resetting the processor will erase any

To clear the AVR 510’s entire system memory

configuration settings you have made for

including tuner presets, output level settings,

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Technical Specifications

Audio Section

Stereo Mode

Continuous Average Power (FTC)

AM Tuner Section

Frequency Range

520–1710kHz

45dB

Loop 500µV

1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%

10kHz, 30dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Usable Sensitivity

Distortion

80 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz,

@ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms

Selectivity

Five-Channel Surround Modes

Power Per Individual Channel

Video Section

Television Format

Front L&R channels:

70 Watts per channel

@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

NTSC

Input Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms

Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms

Video Frequency

Center channel:

Response

10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)

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

Surround channels:

70 Watts per channel

General

@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Power Requirement

Power Consumption

AC 120V/60Hz

78W idle, 694W maximum

(2 channels driven)

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High-Level)

200mV/47k ohms

95dB

Dimensions (Max)

Width

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A)

17.3 inches (440mm)

6.5 inches (165mm)

17.1 inches (435mm)

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Height

Depth

Analog Decoding

(Pro Logic, etc.)

Dolby Digital (AC-3)

DTS

40dB

55dB

Weight

35 lb (15.9 kg)

Frequency Response

@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB)

10Hz –100kHz

Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections.

Height measurement includes feet and chassis.

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

High Instantaneous

Current Capability (HCC)

35 Amps

Transient Intermodulation

Distortion (TIM)

Harman Kardon is a registered trademark, and Power for the Digital Revolution is a trademark, of

Harman Kardon, Inc.

Unmeasurable

16 µsec

Rise Time

Slew Rate

is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. (Patent No. 5,386,478).

40V/µsec

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” “AC-3” and the Double-D symbol are

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished

FM Tuner Section

Frequency Range

Usable Sensitivity

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Distortion

87.5–108MHz

IHF 1.3 µV/13.2dBf

Mono/Stereo 70/68dB

Mono/Stereo 0.2/0.3%

40dB @ 1kHz

400kHz, 70dB

80dB

90dB

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

UltraStereo is a trademark of UltraStereo Corp.

Stereo Separation

Selectivity

Image Rejection

IF Rejection

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

implementation of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license.

Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Lexicon, Inc.

Tuner Output Level

1kHz, 75kHz Dev 500mV

Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus Logic Corp.

HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc. This product is

covered by one or more of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168; 5,638,074; 5,640,161; 5,808,574;

5,838,274; 5,854,600; 5,864,311; 5,872,531; and in Australia: 669114. Other patents pending.

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