Harman Kardon Stereo Receiver AVR 160 User Manual

AVR 16 0  
AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
Do not open the cabinet moving the unit  
There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords  
cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will with other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from  
void your warranty. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or  
staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source  
immediately, and consult an authorized service center.  
the AC outlet.  
unpacking  
The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during  
shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We  
suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if  
Installation Location  
To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards,  
place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, you move, or should the unit ever need repair.  
be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the  
weight of the product.  
To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This  
is done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the  
carton. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing  
materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a  
plastic bag.  
Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the  
unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other  
enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within  
the cabinet. Under some circumstances, a fan may be required.  
If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton  
and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect  
the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.  
Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.  
Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or in an area that is  
exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.  
It is important that you remove the protective plastic film from the front-  
panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your  
remote control.  
Avoid moist or humid locations.  
Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects  
directly over them.  
Due to the weight of the AVR 160 and the heat generated by the  
amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on  
the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer  
materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other  
materials that may be damaged by heat or heavy objects. Some surface  
finishes may be particularly sensitive to absorbing such marks, due to a  
variety of factors beyond our control, including the nature of the finish,  
cleaning materials used, and normal heat and vibration caused by the  
use of the product, or other factors. We recommend that caution be  
exercised in choosing an installation location for the component and in  
normal maintenance practices, as your warranty will not cover this type of  
damage to furniture.  
cleaning  
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and  
only after unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened  
with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry  
immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner,  
alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as  
they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near  
the unit.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
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SAFETY INFORMATION  
INTRODUCTION  
FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS  
REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS  
26 OPERATION  
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Turning On the AVR  
Volume Control  
Mute Function  
Sleep Timer  
Tone Controls  
Headphones  
Source Selection  
Using the Radio  
RDS Functions  
Recording  
Aux Input  
Selecting a Surround Mode  
11 MAIN REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS  
14 INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER  
15 CONNECTIONS  
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Speaker Connections  
Subwoofer  
Connecting Source Devices to the AVR  
Audio Connections  
Digital Audio  
Analog Audio  
Video Connections  
Digital Video  
Analog Video  
30 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS  
30 Audio Processing and Surround Sound  
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Analog Audio Signals  
Digital Audio Signals  
Surround Modes  
Dolby Surround Settings  
Manual Speaker Setup  
Audio Settings  
Antennas  
USB Port  
18 SPEAKER PLACEMENT  
19 GETTING STARTED  
21 INSTALLATION  
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Step One – Connect Source Devices  
Step Two – Connect TV  
Advanced Remote Control Functions  
36 APPENDIX  
46 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
Step Three – Connect Loudspeakers  
Step Four – Connect FM Antenna  
Step Five – Connect AM Antenna  
Step Six – Plug in AC Power Cords  
Step Seven – Insert Batteries in Remote  
Step Eight – Program Sources Into the Remote  
Step Nine – Turn On the AVR 160  
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Processor Reset  
Memory  
47 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
47 Trademark Acknowledgments  
23 INITIAL SETUP  
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Using the On-Screen Menu System  
Configure the AVR 160, Using EzSet/EQ™ Technology  
Set Up Sources  
6-/8-Channel Inputs  
System Settings  
Dim Function  
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INTRODUCTION  
Harman Kardon aVr 160 7.1-channel audio/  
Video receiver  
NOTE: You’ll need the product’s serial number. At the same time, you can  
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Audio Section  
40 Watts x 7, seven channels driven at full power at 8 ohms, 20Hz –  
20kHz, <0.07% THD, 280 watts total.  
thank you for choosing a Harman Kardon®  
product!  
High-current capability, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design with low  
negative feedback  
For more than fifty years, the Harman Kardon® mission has been to share  
a passion for music and entertainment, using leading-edge technology to  
achieve premium performance. Harman Kardon, Inc., invented the receiver,  
a single component designed to simplify home entertainment without  
compromising performance. Over the years, Harman Kardon products have  
become easier to use, while offering more features and sounding better  
than ever. The AVR 160 7.1-channel digital audio/video receiver continues  
this tradition with some of the most advanced audio and video processing  
capabilities in its class, and a wealth of listening and viewing options.  
All-discrete amplifier circuitry  
Quadruple-crossover bass management  
24-Bit, twin-core Cirrus Logic® CS 497024 DSP processor  
192kHz/24-bit A/D and D/A conversion  
Sampling upconversion to 96kHz  
Surround Modes  
To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, please read this  
manual and refer back to it as you become more familiar with its features and  
their operation.  
Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD  
Dolby Pro Logic® II and IIx (Movie, Music and Game), up to 96kHz  
Harman Virtual Speaker  
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation,  
please contact your Harman Kardon retailer or custom installer, or visit the  
Harman Headphone  
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio™, DTS-HD Master Audio™  
DTS® (5.1; DTS Stereo; DTS-ES® 6.1 Discrete and Matrix)  
DTS 96/24™ (DTS Stereo)  
DTS Neo:6® (Cinema 5-,6- or 7-channel; Music 5-, 6- or 7-channel), up to  
96kHz  
Logic 7® (Movie, Music and Game), up to 96kHz  
5- or 7-Channel Stereo, up to 96kHz  
Surround Off (DSP or Analog Bypass)  
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INTRODUCTION  
audio Inputs  
ease of use  
AM/FM tuner  
EzSet/EQ™ automated setup (microphone supplied)  
CD  
Text-based on-screen menu system available at composite video and  
HDMI outputs (576i only)  
Tape  
Two-line dot-matrix front-panel display  
Color-coded connections  
Front-panel Analog Audio  
6-/8-Channel Analog Audio  
Auxiliary mini-jack  
Programmable, 11-device remote control  
Source input renaming  
audio/Video Inputs  
Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec)  
System upgradeable from USB device  
Three Analog Video  
Front-panel Analog Video  
Supplied accessories  
The following accessory items are supplied with the AVR 160. If any of these  
items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.  
harmankardon.com.  
Two Component Video 100MHz  
Three HDMI™ (V.1.3a with Deep Color)  
Transcodes component video to HDMI output, preserving native resolution  
Simultaneous output of component video sources through component  
video and HDMI outputs  
System remote control  
EzSet/EQ microphone  
AM loop antenna  
Digital audio Inputs  
Coaxial: two rear-panel/one front-panel  
FM wire antenna  
Optical: two rear-panel/one front-panel  
Three AAA batteries  
Two covers for front-panel jacks  
outputs  
Subwoofer output  
Two Analog Audio  
One Analog Video  
Video Monitor (composite and component)  
Digital Audio (one coaxial)  
HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color)  
Headphone  
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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS  
Power indicator  
RDS Button  
Remote IR Sensor  
Set  
Message Display  
Surround Select  
Source Selectors  
Volume  
160  
RDS  
Channel  
Digital  
M
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      
Set  
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        
N
L
Tuning  
K
Surr. Mode  
L
Surr.  
Select  
K
L
Source  
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
K
Optical 3  
Coaxial 3  
Video  
L
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Audio  
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R
Video 3  
Headphone  
EzSet/EQ  
Digital  
Audio Inputs  
Video 3  
Analog Audio and  
Video Inputs  
M N  
Navigation  
Standby/On  
Switch  
Channel Level  
Control  
Digital Input  
Tuning  
Surround  
Modes  
USB Port  
Microphone (Optical 3 and  
Input  
Coaxial 3)  
Power Indicator: This LED has three possible modes:  
It is recommended that you avoid changing the channel levels after you have  
run the EzSet/EQ setup procedure described in the Initial Setup section, which  
properly adjusts all channel levels. See the Advanced Functions section for  
more information on manual speaker setup, including level adjustment.  
Main Power Off: When the AVR is unplugged or the Main Power  
Switch is off, this LED is off.  
Standby: Amber indicates that the AVR is ready to be turned on.  
On: When the AVR is turned on, this LED turns white.  
Remote IR Sensor: This sensor receives infrared (IR) commands from the  
remote control. It is important to ensure that it is not blocked. If covering  
the sensor is unavoidable, use an optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, or other  
infrared receiver, connecting it to the Remote IR Input on the AVR 160’s rear  
panel.  
NOTE: If the PROTECT message ever appears, turn off the AVR and unplug  
it. Check all speaker wires for a possible short. If none is found, bring the  
unit to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for inspection and  
repair before using it again.  
Digital Input: To change the audio input for the current source to one  
of the six digital audio inputs or the analog input for the source, press this  
M N  
button and use the  
Navigation Buttons to change the input. Although  
Standby/On Switch: This electrical switch turns the receiver on, or places  
it in Standby mode for quick turn-on.  
any digital audio input may be assigned to any source, the analog audio  
inputs are all permanently dedicated to the source with which they are  
labeled.  
RDS: Activates RDS functions for FM Radio  
M N  
Channel Level Control: Press this button to adjust the output level for  
any amplifier channel. It may be necessary to raise or lower the level of a  
specific channel to compensate for the placement of the relevant speaker in  
the room in relation to the listening position; e.g., the center channel speaker  
is further away from the listening position than the front left and right  
speakers, so that the dialogue is too soft to hear clearly.  
Navigation: These buttons are used to navigate the AVR’s menus.  
Set: Press this button to select the currently highlighted item.  
Message Display: Various messages appear in this two-line display  
in response to commands and changes in the incoming signal. In normal  
operation, the current source name appears on the upper line, while the  
surround mode is displayed on the lower line. When the on-screen display  
menu system (OSD) is in use, the current menu settings appear.  
To adjust the level of a channel, press this button once. If the desired channel  
is not displayed on screen and in the front-panel Message Display, use the  
Tuning: Press these buttons to tune a radio station.  
M N  
Tuning Buttons to scroll to it. When the desired channel appears, use the  
Navigation Buttons to change the level.  
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FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS  
Surround Mode: Press this button to select a surround sound (e.g.,  
multichannel) mode. Each press changes the surround mode category:  
AUTO SELECT, VIRTUAL, STEREO, MOVIE, MUSIC, VIDEO GAME. To change the  
specific mode within the category, use the Surround Select Buttons. See the  
Advanced Functions section for more information on surround modes.  
Headphone Jack / EzSet/EQ Microphone Input: Plug a 1/4" (6,3  
mm) stereo headphone plug into this jack for private listening.  
This jack is also used to connect the supplied microphone for the EzSet/EQ  
procedure described in the Initial Setup section.  
Digital Audio Inputs (Optical 3 and Coaxial 3): Connect a source  
component that will only be used temporarily, such as a digital camera or  
game console, to these jacks. Use only one type of audio. The audio input may  
be assigned to any video source.  
Surround Select: After you have selected the desired surround mode  
category, press these buttons to select a specific mode within the category,  
such as to change from Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to Logic 7 Movie  
mode. Surround mode availability depends on the nature of the source input  
signal, i.e., digital versus analog, and the number of channels encoded within  
the signal.  
USB Port: This port may be used in case a software upgrade for the receiver  
is offered in the future. Do not connect a storage device, peripheral product or  
a PC here, unless instructed to do so as part of an upgrade procedure.  
Source Selectors: Press this button to select a source device, which is a  
component where a playback signal originates, e.g., DVD.  
Video 3 Analog Audio and Video Inputs: Connect a source  
component that will only be used temporarily, such as a digital camera or  
game console, to these jacks. These inputs are selected as the Video 3 source,  
and may not be assigned to other sources.  
Volume Knob: Turn this knob to raise or lower the volume.  
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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS  
Video  
Monitor  
Output  
Video 1 Audio/  
Video Inputs  
& Outputs  
HDMI  
Monitor  
Component  
Output  
AC Power Cord  
Video Component  
6-/8-Channel  
Analog Audio  
Inputs  
Coaxial 1 & 2  
Digital Audio  
Inputs  
Monitor  
Output  
1& 2  
Video 2 Audio/ DVD Audio/  
Video Inputs Video Inputs  
HDMI 1-3  
Inputs  
Inputs  
FM Antenna  
AM Antenna  
AUX Input  
CD Inputs  
Subwoofer  
Output  
Front Speaker Surround Back  
Surround  
Speaker  
Outputs  
Center  
Coaxial  
Main  
Power Switch  
Outputs  
Speaker  
Outputs  
Speaker Digital Audio  
Outputs  
Output  
Tape Audio  
Inputs & Outputs  
Optical 1&2  
Digital Audio  
Inputs  
AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included AM and FM  
antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception.  
Video 1, Video 2 and DVD Audio/Video Inputs: These jacks may  
be used to connect your video-capable source components (e.g., Blu-ray  
Disc™ player, DVD player, cable TV box) to the receiver.  
Component Video Monitor Output: If you are using one of the  
Component Video Inputs and your television or video display is component-  
video-capable, connect these jacks to the video display.  
NOTE: If a source is equipped with an HDMI output, it is preferable to  
connect it to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs. If the source does not have an  
HDMI output, use its component or composite video output, and make a  
separate audio connection.  
NOTE: Due to copy-protection restrictions, there is no output at the  
Component Video Monitor Outputs for copy-protected sources.  
Video 1 Audio/Video Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect  
your DVR, VCR or another recorder.  
Component Video 1&2 Inputs: If a video source has analog  
component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, and if you are not using an HDMI  
connection, connect the component video outputs of the source to one of the  
sets of component video inputs. Do not make any other video connections to  
that source.  
HDMI Inputs and Output: HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)  
is a connection for transmitting digital audio and video signals between  
devices. Connect up to three HDMI-equipped source devices to the HDMI  
inputs using a single-cable connection.  
NOTE: AVR 160 does not transcode composite video source signals to the  
component video format.  
When you connect the HDMI Output to your video display, the AVR 160 will  
automatically transcode component video source signals to the HDMI format,  
but they will be passed through at the original resolution and will not be  
scaled. The AVR’s on-screen menus are visible when the HDMI Output is used,  
but only at 576i resolution. The main video source will not be visible.  
Video Monitor Output: If any of your sources use composite video  
connections, connect this monitor output to the corresponding input on  
your video display. Composite video source signals are only available at this  
output.  
NOTES: When connecting a DVI-equipped display to one of the HDMI  
Outputs:  
Use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter.  
Make sure the display is HDCP-compliant. If it isn’t, do not connect it to  
an HDMI Output; use an analog video connection instead.  
Always make a separate audio connection.  
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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS  
AC Power Cord: After you have made all other connections, plug the AC  
power cord into this receptacle and into an unswitched wall outlet.  
Front, Center Surround and Surround Back Speaker Outputs:  
Use two-conductor speaker wire to connect each set of terminals to the  
correct speaker. Remember to observe the correct polarity (positive and  
negative connections).  
Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the power supply on  
or off. It is usually left on, and cannot be turned on or off using the remote  
control.  
6-/8-Channel Inputs: Connect the multichannel analog audio outputs  
of a non-HDMI player (DVD-Audio, SACD™, Blu-ray Disc™ or HD-DVD, or any  
other external decoder) to these jacks. See page 25 for more information.  
Coaxial 1&2 and Optical 1&2 Digital Audio Inputs: If a source  
has a compatible digital audio output, and if you are not using an HDMI  
connection for audio for the device, connect it to one of these jacks to hear  
digital audio formats, such as Dolby Digital, DTS and linear PCM. Use only one  
type of digital audio connection for each source.  
CD and Tape Audio Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect  
audio-only source components (e.g., CD player, tape deck). Do not connect a  
turntable to these jacks unless you are using it with a phono preamp.  
Coaxial Digital Audio Output: If a source is also an audio recorder,  
connect one of the Digital Audio Outputs to the recorder’s matching input for  
improved recording quality. Only PCM digital audio signals are available for  
recording. Both coaxial and optical digital audio signals are available at either  
Digital Audio Output.  
Tape Outputs: These jacks may be used to connect a CDR or another  
audio-only recorder.  
Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwoofer with a line-level  
input, connect it to the Subwoofer Output.  
AUX Input: Enjoy audio from an iPod (not included), CD player or other  
portable player by connecting its headphone jack to this input using a  
1/8" (3,5 mm) stereo mini-plug cable (not included). Video and still-image  
playback are not available at this input.  
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS  
IR Transmitter Lens  
Device Power On  
Program Indicator  
AVR Selector  
Mute  
Device Power Off  
Source Selectors  
AM/FM  
6-/8-Channel Input Selector  
Test Tone  
Sleep  
Volume  
Channel Controls  
On-Screen Display  
TV/Video  
Speaker Setup  
Channel Level  
KLM N  
Navigation  
OK  
Digital Input  
Delay  
Alphanumeric Keys  
Tuning Mode  
Memory  
Clear  
Direct Station Entry  
Preset Stations Selectors  
Tuning  
RDS Button  
Macros  
Tone Mode  
Night Mode  
Dim  
Track Skip  
Transport Controls  
The AVR 160 remote is capable of controlling up to 11 devices, including  
the AVR itself and a device connected to the Auxiliary Input. During the  
installation process, you may program the codes for each of your source  
components into the remote. Each time you wish to operate any component  
or the AVR, first press its Selector Button to change the device mode to the  
appropriate codes.  
DVD: Controls Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc players, and many brands of DVD  
players and recorders.  
CD: Controls CD players and recorders.  
Tape: Controls cassette decks.  
Video 1: Controls VCRs, TiVo® devices and DVRs, and the Harman Kardon  
DMC 1000 digital media center.  
Each Source Selector has been preprogrammed to control certain types  
of components, with only the codes specific to each brand and model  
changing, depending on which product code is programmed. The device  
types programmed into each selector, except the HDMI selectors, may not be  
changed.  
Video 2: Controls cable and satellite television set-top boxes.  
Video 3: Controls televisions and other video displays.  
HDMI 1: Controls Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc players, and many brands of  
DVD players and recorders.  
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS  
HDMI 2 and 3: Each code set controls a source device (VCR/PVR, DVD  
player or cable/satellite set-top box) connected to one of these inputs.  
Volume Control: Press to raise or lower the volume, which will be shown  
in decibels (dB) in the Message Display.  
AUX: Controls a device connected to the Auxiliary Input.  
On-Screen Display (OSD): Press this button to activate the on-screen  
menu system.  
Any given button may have different functions, depending on which  
component is being controlled. Some buttons are labeled with these  
functions. For example, the Sleep Button is labeled for use as the Channel  
Up Button when controlling a television or cable box. See Table A10 in the  
appendix for listings of the different functions for each type of component.  
Channel Level: Press this button to adjust the output levels for any  
channel so that all speakers sound equally loud at the listening position.  
Speaker Setup: Press this button to configure speaker sizes, that is, the  
low-frequency capability of each speaker.  
IR Transmitter Lens: As buttons are pressed on the remote, infrared  
codes are emitted through this lens.  
KLM N  
Navigation (  
) and OK Buttons: These buttons are used to  
make selections within the on-screen menu system, or when accessing the  
functions of the four buttons surrounding this area of the remote – Channel  
Level, Speaker Setup, Digital Input or Delay.  
Power On Button: Press this button to turn on the AVR or another device.  
The Main Power Switch must first have been switched on.  
Mute Button: Press to mute the AVR 160’s speaker and headphone  
outputs. To end the muting, press this button, adjust the volume, or turn off  
the receiver.  
Digital Input Select: Press this button to select the specific digital audio  
input (or analog audio input) to which the current source is connected.  
Delay: Press this button to set delay times that compensate for placing the  
speakers at different distances from the listening position, or to resolve a “lip  
sync” issue that may be caused by digital video processing.  
Program Indicator: This LED lights up or flashes in one of three colors as  
the remote is programmed with codes.  
Power Off Button: Press to turn off the AVR 160 or another device.  
AVR Selector: Press to switch the remote to AVR device mode.  
NOTE: The Channel Level, Speaker Setup, Digital Input Select and Delay  
functions may also be adjusted using the OSD on-screen menus. In  
addition, the EzSet/EQ system may be used to adjust the Channel Level,  
Speaker Setup and Delay settings automatically.  
Source Selectors: Press one of these buttons to select a source device,  
e.g., DVD, CD, cable TV, satellite or HDTV tuner. This will also turn on the  
receiver and switch the remote’s device mode to operate the source.  
AM/FM Button: Press this button to select the tuner as the source, or to  
switch between the AM and FM bands.  
Numeric Keys: Use these buttons to enter radio station frequencies or  
to select station presets. Press the Direct Button before entering the station  
frequency.  
6-/8-Channel Input Selector: Press this button to select the  
6-/8-Channel Inputs as the audio source. If a signal is present at the  
component video inputs assigned to this source, it will be used. If not, the  
receiver will use the video input and remote control codes for the last-  
selected analog video source.  
Tuning Mode: This button toggles between manual (one frequency step  
at a time) and automatic (seeks frequencies with acceptable signal strength)  
tuning mode. It also toggles between stereo and mono modes when an FM  
station is tuned.  
Test Tone: Press this button to activate the test tone for manual output-  
level calibration.  
Memory: After you have tuned a particular radio station, press this button,  
then the Numeric Keys, to save that station as a radio preset.  
TV/Video: This button has no effect on the receiver, but is used to switch  
video inputs on some video source components.  
Tuning: Press these buttons to tune a radio station. Depending on whether  
the tuning mode has been set to manual or automatic, each press will  
either change one frequency step at a time, or seek the next frequency with  
acceptable signal strength.  
Sleep Button: Press this button to activate the sleep timer, which turns off  
the receiver after a programmed period of time of up to 90 minutes.  
Channel Controls: These buttons have no effect on the receiver, but are  
used to change channels on TVs and some video sources.  
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS  
Direct: Press this button before using the Numeric Keys to directly enter a  
radio station frequency.  
Clear: Press this button to clear a radio station frequency you have started  
to enter.  
Preset Stations Selector: Press these buttons to select a preset radio  
station.  
Tone Mode: Press this button to access the tone controls (bass and treble).  
Use the Navigation Buttons to make your selections.  
RDS: Activates RDS functions for FM Radio  
Macros: These buttons may be programmed to execute long command  
sequences with a single button press. They are useful for programming the  
command to turn on or off all of your components, or for accessing specialized  
functions for a different component than you are currently operating.  
Night Mode: Press this button to activate Night mode with specially  
encoded Dolby Digital discs or broadcasts. Night mode compresses the audio  
so that louder passages are reduced in volume to avoid disturbing others,  
while dialogue remains intelligible.  
Track Skip: These buttons have no effect on the receiver, but are used with  
many source components to change tracks or chapters.  
Dim: Press this button to partially or fully dim the front-panel display.  
Transport Controls: These buttons have no effect on the receiver, but  
are used to control many source components. By default, when the remote is  
operating the receiver, these buttons will control a Harman Kardon Blu-ray  
Disc player or a DVD player.  
The batteries included with your equipment may be Alkaline, Carbon Zinc/  
Manganese or Lithium (button cells) type. All types should be disposed of  
according to the above instructions.  
Instructions for users on removal and  
disposal of used batteries.  
Specification of included battery types.  
To remove the batteries from your equipment or remote control, reverse the  
procedure described for inserting batteries in the Owners Manual.  
These symbols shown on the product, the packaging or in the manual or  
separate information sheet mean that the product itself, as well as the  
batteries included or built into the product, should never be thrown away  
with general household waste. Take them to suitable collection points, where  
proper treatment, recycling and recovery take place, in accordance with  
national or local legislation, or European Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/  
EC.  
For products with a built-in battery that lasts for the lifetime of the product,  
removal may not be possible for the user. In this case, recycling or recovery  
centers handle the dismantling of the product and the removal of the  
battery. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to replace such a battery, this  
procedure must be performed by authorized service centers.  
Correct handling of the product and batteries to be disposed of helps to  
save resources and prevents possible negative effects on the environment or  
human health.  
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INTRODUCTION TO HOME THEATER  
This introductory section will help you to familiarize yourself with some basic  
concepts unique to multichannel surround sound receivers, which will make  
setup and operation smoother.  
Surround modes  
There are different theories as to the best way to present surround sound and  
to distribute information to the speakers. A variety of algorithms have been  
developed in an effort to reproduce the way we hear sounds in the real world,  
resulting in a rich variety of options.  
typical Home theater System  
A home theater typically includes an audio/video receiver, which controls the  
system; a disc player; a source component for television broadcasts (cable  
box, satellite dish receiver, HDTV tuner or antenna connected to the TV); a  
video display (television); and loudspeakers.  
Several companies have taken surround sound in different directions:  
Dolby Laboratories – Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital,  
Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II and IIx  
DTS – DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, DTS-ES  
(Discrete and Matrix), DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24  
multichannel audio  
The main benefit of a home theater system is the placement of loudspeakers  
around the room to produce “surround sound.” Surround sound immerses you  
in the presentation for increased realism.  
Harman International (the Harman Kardon parent  
company) – Logic 7, Harman Virtual Speaker, Harman Headphone  
Stereo Modes – Generic modes that expand upon conventional  
2-channel stereo, including 5- and 7-channel stereo  
The AVR 160 may have up to seven speakers connected directly to it plus a  
subwoofer. Each main speaker is powered by its own amplifier channel inside  
the receiver. A system with more than two speakers is called a multichannel  
system.  
Table A9 in the appendix contains detailed explanations of the mode groups  
and the mode options available within each group. Digital modes, such as  
Dolby Digital and DTS, are only available with specially encoded programs,  
such as HDTV, Blu-ray Disc media and digital cable or satellite television.  
Other modes may be used with digital and analog signals to create a different  
surround presentation, or to use a different number of speakers. Surround  
Mode selection depends upon the number of speakers in your system, the  
materials you are watching or listening to, and your personal tastes.  
Front Left and Right – The main speakers are used as in a 2-channel  
system. In many surround modes, these speakers are secondary, while the  
main action, especially dialogue, is moved to the center speaker.  
Center – The center speaker is used for dialogue in movies and  
television programs, allowing the dialogue to originate near the actors’  
faces, for a more natural sound.  
Surround Left and Right – The surround speakers improve  
directionality of ambient sounds. In addition, more loudspeakers play  
dynamic soundtracks without risk of overloading any one speaker.  
Surround Back Left and Right – Additional surround speakers  
may be placed behind the listening position, improving the precision of  
ambient sounds and allowing for more realistic pans.  
The surround back speakers are used with surround modes designed  
for 7.1-channel systems, such as Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus,  
Dolby TrueHD, DTS-ES (Discrete and Matrix), DTS-HD High Resolution  
Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio and Logic 7 (7.1 modes). The surround back  
speakers are optional, and the AVR 160 may be set up with a 5.1-channel  
system in the main listening area.  
Many people expect the surround speakers to play as loudly as the front  
speakers. Although all of the speakers in the system will be calibrated to  
sound equally loud at the listening position, most artists use the surround  
speakers for ambient effects only, and they program their materials to  
steer very little sound to these speakers.  
Subwoofer – A subwoofer is designed to play only the lowest  
frequencies (the bass). It augments smaller, limited-range satellite  
speakers used for the other channels. Many digital-format programs,  
such as movies recorded in Dolby Digital, contain a low-frequency effects  
(LFE) channel which is directed to the subwoofer. The LFE channel packs  
the punch of a rumbling train or airplane, or the power of an explosion,  
adding realism and excitement to your home theater. Some people use  
two subwoofers, for additional power and even distribution of the sound.  
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CONNECTIONS  
There are different types of audio and video connections used to connect  
the receiver, the speakers, the video display, and the source devices. The  
Consumer Electronics Association has established the CEA® color-coding  
standard. Some of these connectors are not used on the AVR 160, although  
they may be found on other components in your system. See Table 1.  
Subwoofer  
The subwoofer is dedicated to the low frequencies (bass), which require  
more power. To obtain the best results, most speaker manufacturers offer  
powered subwoofers that contain their own amplifier. Usually, a line-level  
(nonamplified) connection is made from the receiver’s Subwoofer Output to a  
corresponding jack on the subwoofer, as shown in Figure 3.  
Table 1 – Connection Color Guide  
Although the purple subwoofer outputs look similar to full-range analog  
audio jacks, they are filtered to allow only the low frequencies to pass. Don’t  
connect these outputs to any other devices.  
Audio Connections  
Left  
White  
Right  
Red  
Front (FL/FR)  
Center (C)  
Green  
Surround (SL/SR)  
Blue  
Gray  
Tan  
Surround Back (SBL/SBR)  
Brown  
Preout  
Subwoofer  
Subwoofer (SUB)  
Purple  
Figure 3 – Subwoofer  
Digital Audio Connections  
Coaxial  
Orange  
connectInG Source DeVIceS  
to tHe aVr  
Audio and video signals originate in “source devices,” including your Blu-ray  
Disc or DVD player, CD player, DVR (digital video recorder) or other recorder,  
tape deck, game console, cable or satellite television box, MP3 player, USB  
drive or network device. The AVR’s tuner also counts as a source, even though  
no external connections are needed, other than the FM and AM antennas.  
Optical  
Input  
Output  
Video Connections  
Component  
Y Green  
Pb Blue  
Pr Red  
Composite  
Yellow  
HDMI™ Connections (digital audio/video)  
HDMI  
Figure 1  
Separate connections are required for the audio and video portions of the  
signal, except for digital HDMI connections. The types of connections used  
depend upon the capabilities of the source device and video display.  
Speaker connections  
Speaker cables carry an amplified signal from the receiver’s speaker terminals  
to each loudspeaker. They contain two wire conductors, or leads, inside plastic  
insulation, that are differentiated in some way, such as with colors or stripes.  
audio connections  
There are two types of audio connections: digital and analog. Digital audio  
signals are required for listening to sources encoded with digital surround  
modes, such as Dolby Digital and DTS, or for noncompressed PCM digital  
audio. There are three types of digital audio connections: HDMI, coaxial and  
optical. Do not use more than one type of digital audio connection for each  
source device. However, it’s okay to make both analog and digital audio  
connections to the same source.  
The differentiation preserves polarity, without which low-frequency  
performance can suffer. Each speaker is connected to the receiver’s speaker-  
output terminals using two wires, one positive (+) and one negative (–).  
Always connect the positive terminal on the speaker, which is usually colored  
red, to the positive terminal on the receiver, which is colored as indicated in  
the Connection Color Guide above (Table 1). The negative terminals are both  
black  
NOTE: HDMI signals may carry both audio and video. If your video display  
device has an HDMI input, make a single HDMI connection from each  
source device to the AVR. Usually, a separate digital audio connection is not  
required. Turn the volume on your television all the way down.  
Bare wire cables are installed as follows (see Figure 2):  
1. Unscrew the terminal cap until the pass-through hole is revealed.  
2. Insert the bare end of the wire into the hole.  
3. Hand-tighten the cap until the wire is held snugly.  
Figure 2 – Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Bare Wires  
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CONNECTIONS  
Digital audio  
The AVR 160 is equipped with three HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia  
analog audio  
Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white) and  
Interface) inputs, and one output. HDMI technology enables digital audio and one for the right channel (red). These two cables are often attached to each  
video information to be carried using a single cable, delivering the highest  
quality picture and sound.  
other. See Figure 7.  
For sources that are capable of both digital and analog audio, you may make  
both connections.  
The AVR 160 uses HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color) technology and is capable  
of processing both the audio and video components of the HDMI data,  
minimizing the number of cable connections in your system. The AVR 160  
implements Deep Color, which increases by an order of magnitude the shades  
of color that can be displayed, and the latest lossless multichannel audio  
formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.  
You may only record materials from DVDs or other copy-protected sources  
using analog connections. Remember to comply with all copyright laws, if  
you choose to make a copy for your own personal use.  
L
Analog audio  
cable (RCA)  
R
NOTE: Some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players only  
output multichannel audio through their multichannel analog outputs.  
Make a separate analog audio connection in addition to the HDMI  
connection, which is still used for video and to listen to Dolby Digital, DTS  
or PCM materials that may be stored on the disc.  
Figure 7 – Analog Audio  
The 6-/8-Channel Inputs are multichannel analog connections that are used  
with high-definition sources that decode the copy-protected digital content,  
such as some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players. See Figure  
8. The multichannel analog audio connection is not required for players  
compliant with HDMI version 1.1 or better, or that output linear PCM signals  
via an HDMI connection. Consult the owner’s guide for your disc player for  
more information, and see page 25.  
The AVR 160 converts component video signals to the HDMI format, including  
its on-screen menus, but outputs them at their native resolution.  
The HDMI connector is shaped for easy plug-in (see Figure 4). If your video  
display has a DVI input and is HDCP-compliant, use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter  
(not included). A separate audio connection is required. HDMI cable runs are  
limited to about 3 meter.  
Front Surround  
Center  
White  
Red  
Blue  
Gray  
Green  
Multichannel  
analog audio  
cable (RCA)  
Subwoofer  
Figure 4 – HDMI Connection  
Purple  
If your video display or source device is not HDMI-capable, use one of the  
analog video connections (composite or component video) and a separate  
audio connection.  
Figure 8 – Multichannel Analog Audio  
The AVR 160 has an Auxiliary Audio Input on the rear panel in the form of a  
stereo 1/8" (3,5 mm) mini jack. Connect the headphone output of any audio  
source, such as an MP3 player or portable CD player, to the Auxiliary Audio  
Input. See Figure 9.  
Coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although they  
look similar to analog jacks, you should not connect coaxial digital audio  
outputs to analog inputs or vice versa. See Figure 5.  
Coaxial  
Coaxial digital  
audio cable  
Figure 5 – Coaxial Digital Audio  
Optical digital audio connectors are normally covered by a shutter to protect  
them from dust. The shutter opens as the cable is inserted. Input connectors  
are color-coded using a black shutter, while outputs use a gray shutter. See  
Figure 6.  
Figure 9 – Auxiliary Audio Input  
Optical  
Optical digital  
audio cable  
Figure 6 – Optical Digital Audio  
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CONNECTIONS  
Video connections  
antennaS  
The AVR 160 uses separate terminals for the included FM and AM antennas.  
Many sources output both audio and video signals (e.g., Blu-ray Disc or DVD  
player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR). In addition  
to the audio connection, make one type of video connection for each of these  
sources (only one at a time for any source).  
The FM antenna uses a 75-ohm F-connector. See Figure 12.  
Digital Video  
If you have already connected a source device to one of the HDMI inputs, you  
have automatically made a video connection, as the HDMI signal includes  
both digital audio and video components.  
Figure 12 – FM Antenna  
The AM loop antenna needs to be assembled. Connect the two leads to the  
spring terminals on the receiver. The AM antenna leads have no polarity, and  
you may connect them to either terminal. See Figure 13.  
Analog Video  
There are two types of analog video connections: composite video and  
component video.  
Composite video is the basic connection most commonly available. The jack is  
usually color-coded yellow, and looks like an analog audio jack. Do not plug  
a composite video cable into an analog or coaxial digital audio jack, or vice  
versa. Both the chrominance (color) and luminance (intensity) components of  
the video signal are transmitted using a single cable. See Figure 10.  
Figure 13 – AM Antenna  
Composite  
video cable  
uSB port  
Figure 10 – Composite Video  
The USB Port on the AVR 160 is used only for software upgrades. If an  
upgrade for the receiver’s operating system is released in the future, it may  
be downloaded to the AVR using this port. Complete instructions will be  
provided at that time.  
Component video separates the video signal into three components – one  
luminance (“Y”) and two sub-sampled color signals (“Pb” and “Pr”) – that are  
transmitted using three separate cables. See Figure 11.  
Y
Green  
Component  
video cable  
Pb Blue  
Pr Red  
Figure 11 – Component Video  
If it’s available on your video display, an HDMI connection is recommended  
as the best quality connection, followed by component video and then  
composite video.  
NOTE: HDCP-copy-protected sources are not available at the Component  
Video Monitor Outputs.  
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SPEAKER PLACEMENT  
Optimally, the speakers should be placed in a circle with the listening position  
at its center. The speakers should be angled so that they directly face the  
listening position.  
Green  
SUB 1  
Purple  
White  
C
Red  
FR  
FL  
front Speaker placement  
The center speaker is placed either on top of, below or mounted on the wall  
above or below the video display screen.  
30°  
30°  
The front left and right speakers are placed along the circle, about 30 degrees  
from the center speaker and angled toward the listener.  
90°  
90°  
150°  
150°  
Place the front left/right and center speakers at the same height, preferably  
at about the same height as the listener’s ears. The center speaker should be  
no more than approx. 60 cm above or below the left/right speakers. If you’re  
using only two speakers with the AVR 160, place them in the front left and  
right positions.  
SR  
SL  
Blue  
Gray  
Placement of the surround speakers depends on the number of speakers in  
your system.  
Brown  
Green  
Tan  
SBR  
SBL  
SUB 1  
Purple  
C
Figure 15 – Speaker Placement (7.1- Channel System)  
FR  
White FL  
Red  
NOTE: Some speaker manufacturers offer 6.1-channel speaker systems,  
for 6.1-channel surround sound formats, such as Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES  
Discrete and Matrix modes and DTS Neo:6 mode. Using the AVR 160 in a  
6.1-channel configuration is not recommended. The 6.1-channel formats  
will sound better when played through a 7.1-channel system. The same  
surround back channel information is played through both surround back  
speakers, but with twice the power and clarity.  
30°  
30°  
110°  
110°  
150°  
150°  
To use the AVR 160 with a 6.1-channel speaker system, place the single  
surround back speaker directly behind the listener, but do not connect it  
until after you have run the EzSet/EQ procedure for a 5.1-channel system.  
After the EzSet/EQ process finishes, connect the surround back speaker to  
the Surround Back Left Speaker Output. Then follow the directions in the  
Advanced Features section for manual setup of the surround back speaker.  
SL  
SR  
Blue  
Gray  
Subwoofer placement  
Alternate placement for Side Surround  
Left Speaker (Blue)  
Alternate placement for Side Surround  
Right Speaker (Gray)  
Placement of the subwoofers is less critical, since low-frequency sounds are  
omnidirectional. Placing each subwoofer close to a wall or in a corner will  
reinforce the low frequencies, and may create a “boomy” sound. Temporarily  
place one subwoofer where the listener normally sits, then walk around the  
room until the low frequencies sound best. Place the subwoofer in that spot.  
Figure 14 – Speaker Placement (5.1- Channel System)  
placement of Surround Speakers in a  
5.1- channel System  
The side surround speakers should be placed 110 degrees from the center  
speaker, slightly behind and angled toward the listener. Alternatively, place  
them behind the listener, with each surround speaker facing the opposite-  
side front speaker. See Figure 14. The surround speakers may be placed a little  
higher than the listener’s ears.  
NOTE: Your receiver will sound its best when the same model or brand  
loudspeaker is used for all positions.  
placement of Surround Speakers in a  
7.1- channel System  
In a 7.1- channel system, the side surround speakers are placed 90 degrees  
from the center speaker, directly to either side of the listening position. The  
surround back left and right speakers are placed 150 degrees from the center  
speaker, or directly facing the opposite-side front speaker. See Figure 15.  
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GETTING STARTED  
Installing the AVR 160 and connecting it to the other system components  
can be complex. To simplify installation, it is suggested that you design your  
system before you begin connecting wires and cables.  
2. Decide which source will be used for each device: Match up  
to 6 devices to the 6 conventional sources listed in the Table 2 worksheet  
below. Any source device with compatible output connectors may be  
connected to any source inputs on the AVR. Matching the source devices  
to the named sources simplifies setup and programming the remote  
control. It is recommended that you match source devices as follows:  
Although the rear-panel jacks allow for a variety of audio and video  
connections to other components, the AVR’s software organizes the  
connections into 6 conventional sources: DVD (Blu-ray Disc player or DVD  
player), CD, Tape (audio recorder), Video 1 (VCR), Video 2 (Cable/Sat) and  
Video 3 (TV). Each of these sources uses dedicated analog audio inputs, and  
the DVD and Video 1/2/3 sources also use dedicated composite video inputs.  
DVD: DVD, VCR/PVR/DMC, Cable/Satellite  
VIDEO 1: VCR, PVR (such as TiVo), DVD recorder  
VIDEO 2: Cable or satellite set-top box  
VIDEO 3: TV (video display) or HDTV set-top box  
CD: CD player  
The AVR 160 also features six digital audio inputs (two each coaxial and  
optical on the rear panel, and one of each type on the front panel). The digital  
audio inputs, which offer improved performance when available on the  
source device, may be assigned to any source, as explained in the Initial Setup  
section.  
TAPE: Cassette deck or audio recorder (remote may only operate  
Harman Kardon cassette decks)  
The two component video inputs offer improved video performance when  
available on the source device and video display, and may also be assigned to  
any source.  
HDMI 1: Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player (remote may only operate  
Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc players, or many brands of DVD players)  
HDMI 2 or 3: Any device equipped with an HDMI output; the device  
type is selected from one of the other options while programming the  
remote  
The 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs are selected as a separate source, but  
may only be used with one of the two component video inputs.  
For superior audio and video performance, the AVR 160 is equipped with  
three dedicated HDMI inputs, which may be used with any type of source  
device that has an HDMI output. The HDMI inputs may be used with an analog  
or digital audio input or one of the component video inputs. This flexibility  
facilitates using the AVR with sources that do not output multichannel audio  
through their HDMI outputs.  
AUX: Portable audio player (remote is not programmable to operate  
this device)  
3. Best video connection for each source: Examine each source device  
and write down the best available type of video connection, but not  
better than the system-best connection. Leave blank audio-only sources,  
such as a CD player.  
Table A1 in the appendix indicates the default device types for each source,  
and the default audio/video connection assignments. If the defaults suit  
your system, then connect your devices to the audio/video inputs shown.  
Otherwise, design your system as explained below.  
4. Best audio connection for each source: For each source device,  
write down the best available type of audio connection. See the note  
below, and if the HDMI connection may be used for audio, it is the best  
option. The other options, in order of preference, are: optical digital  
audio, coaxial digital audio, 2-channel analog audio.  
1. Best video connection type for your system: Examine the  
video inputs on your TV or video display. Write down the best available  
If you select an HDMI input, that becomes the AVR source for the device.  
If you select a 2-channel analog audio input, that input becomes the AVR  
source. The digital audio inputs will be assigned to a source during Initial  
Setup.  
video connection type here:  
.
____________  
The options, in order of preference, are: HDMI, DVI (must be HDCP-  
compliant), component video or composite video. This is the “system-  
best” video connection for your system.  
table 2 – Source assignment Worksheet  
Best Video  
Connection (HDMI,  
Best Audio Audio Input  
Connection (HDMI, Assigned (may be  
DVI, Component,  
Composite)  
Video Input  
Assigned  
Optical, Coaxial,  
2-Ch Analog)  
one digital plus one Analog Audio Input  
or more analog) for Recording  
Source  
Video 1  
Video 2  
Video 3  
DVD  
Device Type  
VCR  
Cable or Sat  
TV  
DVD  
CD  
CD  
Tape  
Cassette deck  
Portable player  
Blu-ray Disc or DVD  
AUX  
HDMI 1  
HDMI 2  
HDMI 3  
6-/8-CH  
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GETTING STARTED  
6. Decide which audio inputs to connect to each source  
:
Assign only one unique digital audio input to each digital source. Analog  
audio inputs are used for analog sources, or as secondary connections for  
digital sources for backup or for recording. The 2-channel analog audio  
inputs are dedicated to the four conventional sources (DVD, Video 1, 2 or  
3) and may not be reassigned. Use the 2-channel analog audio input for  
the source you assigned to the device in number 2 above.  
NOTES  
:
For multichannel disc players, if both the device and the TV use HDMI  
connections for video, then check the owner’s manual for the device to  
determine whether it transmits multichannel audio via its HDMI output.  
If it does, then no separate audio connection is required. If not, write  
down the multichannel analog audio connection in addition to any  
other audio type. An analog video connection, in addition to the HDMI  
connection, will be required. See page 25 for more information.  
Any source using an HDMI Input requires no additional connection for  
audio unless  
:
The source doesn’t output multichannel audio through its HDMI  
output. Make a second connection to the 6-/8-Channel Analog  
Audio Inputs.  
If the device uses an HDCP-compliant DVI output for video, then connect  
it to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter, but a  
separate audio connection will always be required.  
The source has an HDCP-compliant DVI output for video only.  
Assign a digital or analog audio input.  
The AUX Input jack on the rear panel requires a 1/8" (3,5 mm) stereo  
audio mini-plug. Purchase a stereo audio cable with 1/8" (3,5 mm)  
mini-plugs at both ends. Connect one end to the 1/8" (3,5 mm)  
headphone jack found on may portable audio players, and plug the  
other end of the cable into the AUX Input jack. The AUX Input may also  
be used with audio devices that have conventional left and right analog  
audio output jacks. Purchase a cable that has left and right “RCA-style”  
plugs at one end and a 1/8" (3,5 mm) mini-plug at the other end to  
connect the player to the AUX Input.  
For any source whose best audio connection is optical or coaxial digital  
audio, assign one of the three Optical or three Coaxial Digital Audio  
Inputs. Do not connect both types of digital audio to the same source  
device.  
You may assign one of the 2-Channel Analog Audio Inputs to a digital  
source.  
You may also assign the 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs, if  
available, to a digital source. See page 25.  
5. Decide which sources to connect to each of the video  
inputs: Assign only one unique video input to each source. Use the best  
type of video connection available for each source.  
Use the 2-channel Analog Audio Input for the source selected for the  
device in number 2 above when the device is an analog source.  
If your system-best video connection is “HDMI, select up to four HDMI  
source devices and assign them to one of the three numbered HDMI  
sources.  
NOTE: If the source device is a digital audio recorder, it may be used with  
any of the Coaxial or Optical Digital Audio Inputs and the Coaxial Digital  
Audio Output. Both coaxial and optical signals are available at either digital  
audio output. To make analog recordings, assign either the Analog 2 or 4  
Audio Inputs to the recorder, as both have recording outputs.  
If your system-best video connection is “Component, or if you have  
source devices with component video outputs that weren’t assigned to  
one of the HDMI Inputs, assign up to three devices to one of the three  
numbered Component Video Inputs.  
If your system-best video connection is “Composite Video, or if you  
have source devices with composite video outputs that have not been  
assigned to any other video input, then assign the devices to one of  
the four conventional sources (DVD, Video 1, 2 or 3). The composite  
video inputs are dedicated to each source and may not be reassigned.  
Use the composite video input for the source you assigned to the  
device in number 2 above.  
NOTE: If the source device is a video recorder that will be used to record  
from other devices connected to the AVR, assign the recorder to the Video  
1 Input, which has a recording output. Any of the Coaxial or Optical Digital  
Inputs may be assigned to the recorder for audio, if it is capable of making  
digital audio recordings. To make audio-only recordings, assign the Tape  
source to the recorder. It is not necessary to connect TiVo or Video Recorder  
devices that will only record from their direct cable or satellite television  
signals to the AVR’s recording outputs.  
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INSTALLATION  
You are now ready to begin installing the AVR. Before beginning to connect  
the various components to the receiver, turn off all devices, including the  
AVR 160, and unplug their power cords. Don’t plug in any of the power cords  
until you have finished making all of your connections.  
Step fIVe – connect am antenna  
Assemble the included AM antenna (see Figure 16) and connect it to the AM  
and Ground antenna terminals. The antenna is not polarized, and either lead  
may be connected to either terminal.  
The receiver generates heat. Select a location that leaves several centimeters  
of space on all sides. Avoid completely enclosing the receiver inside an  
unventilated cabinet. Place components on separate shelves rather than  
stacking them directly on top of the receiver. Never block the AVR’s ventilation  
slots on the top and side panels. Doing so could cause the AVR to overheat, with  
potentially serious consequences. Some shelf surface finishes are delicate. Try  
to select a location with a sturdy surface finish.  
Almost all of the following installation steps are optional, depending on your  
system. Skip any step that does not apply to your system.  
Figure 16 – AM Antenna Assembly  
Step SIX – plug in ac power cords  
Step one – connect Source Devices  
Before plugging the AVR into an unswitched electrical outlet, make sure  
the Main Power Switch behind the front-panel door is off, to prevent the  
possibility of damaging the AVR in case of a transient power surge.  
Leaving all AC power cords unplugged, connect the source devices to the AVR  
using the audio and video inputs you assigned in Table 2.  
Step tWo – connect tV  
Plug the AC Power cord into an unswitched AC outlet.  
Connect the system-best video input on the TV to the corresponding video  
monitor output on the AVR.  
It is recommended that you copy the appropriate information from the Table  
2 worksheet to Table A5 in the appendix for future reference, in the event  
changes are made to the system components.  
If your video display or source device is not HDMI-capable, you will need to  
use one of the analog video connections (composite or component video).  
Step SeVen – Insert Batteries in remote  
The AVR 160 remote control uses three AAA batteries (included).  
Step tHree – connect Loudspeakers  
After you have placed your loudspeakers in the room as explained on page  
18, connect each speaker to its color-coded terminal on the AVR. Maintain  
proper polarity by connecting the negative terminal on the speaker (usually  
colored black) to the negative terminal on the AVR (also colored black); and  
the positive terminal on the speaker (usually red) to the positive terminal on  
the AVR (color varies by channel; see Table 1 on page 15).  
To remove the battery cover located on the back of the remote, firmly press  
the ridged depression and slide the cover toward the top of the remote.  
Insert the batteries as shown in Figure 17, observing the correct polarity.  
If you have a subwoofer, connect its line-level or LFE input to the purple  
Subwoofer Output.  
NOTE: If the subwoofer only has speaker-level inputs, after you have  
configured the AVR using EzSet/EQ technology as described on page 23,  
connect the subwoofer’s left and right speaker input terminals to the AVR’s  
Front Left and Front Right Speaker Outputs, then connect the front left  
and right main speakers to the subwoofer’s left and right speaker output  
terminals. Consult the owner’s manual for the subwoofer for specific  
installation instructions.  
Figure 17 – Remote Battery Compartment  
Point the remote’s lens toward the front panel of the AVR 160. Make sure  
no objects, such as furniture, are blocking the remote’s path to the receiver.  
Bright lights, fluorescent lights and plasma video displays may interfere  
with the remote’s functioning. The remote has a range of about 7 meter,  
depending on the lighting conditions. It may be used at an angle of up to 30  
degrees to either side of the AVR.  
Step four – connect fm antenna  
Connect the included FM antenna to the 75-ohm FM antenna terminal.  
If the remote seems to operate intermittently, or if pressing a button on the  
remote does not cause the AVR Settings Button or one of the Source Selectors  
to light, check or replace the batteries.  
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INSTALLATION  
7. Find out which code number you have programmed by pressing and  
holding the Source Selector to enter the Program mode. Press the OK  
Button, and the Program Indicator LED will flash in the code sequence.  
One flash represents “1, two flashes for “2, and so forth. A series of many  
fast flashes represents “0. Record the codes programmed for each device  
in Table A7 in the Appendix.  
Step eIGHt – program Sources Into the  
remote  
The AVR 160 remote may be programmed to control many brands and models  
of DVD players, cable boxes, satellite receivers, the Harman Kardon DMC 1000  
digital media center and TVs.  
To access the functions for a particular device, switch the remote’s device  
mode. Press the AVR Button to access the codes that control the receiver, or  
the Source Selector Buttons to access the codes for the devices programmed  
into the remote.  
If you are unable to locate a code set that correctly operates your source  
device, it will not be possible to use the AVR remote to control that device.  
You may still connect the source to the AVR 160 and operate it using the  
device’s original remote control.  
While the DVD Source Selector may be used to operate either a Harman  
Kardon Blu-ray Disc player or a DVD player, the default mode is to operate  
a Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc player. To toggle between Harman Kardon  
Blu-ray Disc player and DVD player operation, press and hold the DVD Source  
Selector for 2 seconds. The source selector will flash twice to confirm that the  
remote’s mode has changed to operate the other type of disc player.  
Most of the button labels on the remote describe the button’s function  
when used to control the AVR 160. However, the button may perform a very  
different function when used to control another device. Refer to the Remote  
Control Function List, Table A10 in the Appendix, for each button’s functions  
with the various product types.  
You may program Macros, which are preprogrammed code sequences that  
execute many code commands with a single button press. You may also  
program “punch-through” codes, which allow the remote to operate the  
volume, channel or transport controls of another device without having to  
switch the remote’s device mode. See pages 35 through 36 for instructions on  
these advanced programming functions.  
NOTE: The remote may be easily programmed to operate the Harman  
Kardon DVD players using the Video 1 or any of the HDMI Input Selectors,  
by following the instructions below. Select the VCR/PVR/DMC device type  
in number 4. Enter code 002.  
If you have other source devices in your system, follow these steps to program  
the correct codes into the remote.  
Note: The AVR 160 remote is preprogrammed to operate the transport  
controls of Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc or DVD players when the AVR or the  
Video 2 (cable/satellite) or Video 3 (TV) source is selected. You may change  
this punch-through programming at any time.  
1. Using the codes in Tables A11–A17 of the Appendix, look up the product  
type (e.g., DVD, cable TV box) and the brand name of your source. The  
number(s) listed is/are potential candidates for the correct code set for  
your particular device.  
Step nIne – turn on the aVr 160  
Two steps are required the first time you turn on the AVR 160.  
2. Turn on your source device.  
3. This step places the remote in program mode. Press and hold the Source  
Selector until the Program Indicator LED on the remote starts to flash,  
then release it. When pressed, the Source Selector will light red briefly, go  
dark, and then relight when the Program Indicator LED starts to flash.  
1. Flip the rear-panel Main Power Switch to the “On” position. The Power  
Indicator on the front panel will turn amber, indicating that the AVR is in  
Standby mode and is ready to be turned on. Normally, you may leave the  
Main Power Switch on, even when the receiver is not being used.  
4. Program the desired device type for any of the three HDMI selectors by  
pressing the corresponding Source Selector:  
2. There are several ways to turn on the AVR from Standby mode.  
a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel.  
Press DVD to operate a DVD player.  
Press VID1 to operate a VCR or PVR, or a Harman Kardon digital media  
center.  
b) Using the remote, press the AVR Power On Button or any of the Source  
Selectors.  
Press VID2 to operate a cable or satellite set-top box.  
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5. Enter a code fro umber 1 above.  
Any time you press one of the Source Selectors on the remote, the  
remote will switch device modes. To control the receiver, press the AVR  
Button.  
a) If the device turns off, then press the Source Selector again to accept the  
code; it will flash. The remote will exit the Program mode.  
b) If the device does not turn off, try entering another code. If you run out of  
codes, you may search through all of the codes in the remote’s library  
If you do not see a picture within about 1 minute, refer to the Video  
Troubleshooting Tips on page 27.  
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for that product type by pressing the or Button repeatedly  
until the device turns off. When the device turns off, enter the code  
by pressing the Source Selector; it will flash. The remote then exits  
Program mode.  
6. Once you have programmed a code, try using some other functions to control  
the device. Sometimes manufacturers use the same Power code for  
several different models, while other codes vary. Repeat this process until  
you’ve programmed a satisfactory code set that operates most of the  
functions you frequently use.  
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INITIAL SETUP  
In this section, you will configure the AVR 160 to match your actual system. A  
video display must be connected to one of the video monitor outputs on the  
receiver.  
Step one – Place the included EzSet/EQ microphone in the listening  
position or in the center of the room, at about the same height as the  
listeners’ ears. The microphone features a threaded insert on the bottom, for  
mounting on the extension rod or a camera tripod.  
uSInG tHe on-Screen menu SyStem  
Although it’s possible to configure the AVR using only the remote and the  
front-panel messages, it is easier to use the full-screen menu system.  
Step tWo – Plug the EzSet/EQ microphone into the EzSet/EQ  
Microphone Input Jack on the front of the receiver, and set the level control  
on the subwoofer to the halfway point.  
The menu system is accessed by pressing the OSD Button on the remote or  
front panel.  
Step tHree – Turn on the AVR 160 and the video display. Press the  
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OSD Button to display the Master menu. Use the Button to highlight the  
EZSET/EQ LINE, then press the OK Button. See Figure 19.  
The Master menu will appear (see Figure 18).  
Figure 19 – EzSet/EQ Screen  
Figure 18 – Master Menu  
Select “YES, and a warning screen, followed by the screen shown in Figure  
20, will appear.  
The Master menu consists of five submenus: Input Setup, Surround Select,  
EzSet/EQ, Manual Setup and System Setup.  
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Use the  
Buttons on the remote or front panel to navigate the menu  
system, and press the OK Button to select a menu or setting line, or to enter a  
new setting.  
The current menu, setting line or setting will appear in the Message Display,  
as well as on screen.  
To return to the previous menu, navigate to the “BACK TO MASTER MENU” line  
and press the OK Button. To exit the menu system, press the OSD Button.  
Most users should follow the instructions in this Initial Setup section to  
configure a basic home theater system. You may return to these menus at  
any time to make additional adjustments, such as those described in the  
Advanced Functions Section.  
Figure 20 – EzSet/EQ Screen  
To return to the SPEAKER SETUP menu without starting the EzSet/EQ process,  
select “Cancel. When you are ready to begin, select the number of speakers  
in your system. Select 5.1 if no surround back speakers are present or if the  
surround back channels will be used for multizone operation.  
Before beginning initial setup, all loudspeakers, a video display and all source  
devices should be connected. You should be able to turn on the receiver and  
view the Master Menu when you press the OSD Button. If necessary, reread  
the Installation Section and the beginning of this section before continuing.  
NOTE: If there are fewer than five main speakers in your system, do not  
use the EzSet/EQ process. Instead, proceed as described in the Advanced  
Functions section. If you have selected a 6.1-channel configuration with  
a single surround back speaker, use EzSet/EQ automatic configuration  
for 5.1 speakers, connect the single surround back speaker to the left  
Surround Back Speaker Output, then configure the surround back speaker  
manually, as described in the Advanced Functions section. The 6.1-channel  
configuration is not recommended. If the subwoofer is to be connected  
to the Front Speaker Outputs, do not connect the subwoofer until after  
running the EzSet/EQ process.  
configure the aVr 160, using ezSet/eQ  
technology  
One of the most important steps in setting up a home theater system is  
to calibrate the receiver to match the loudspeakers, optimizing sound  
reproduction.  
Until recently, most receivers required manual calibration and configuration,  
a tedious process that called for a good ear or the purchase of an SPL (sound-  
pressure level) meter. Although you may configure the AVR 160 manually, as  
described in the Advanced Functions section, it is recommended that you take  
advantage of the signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ system.  
The AVR 160 will automatically set its master volume to –25dB.  
Eliminate extraneous background noise, such as noisy air conditioning. Avoid  
making any loud noises while running EzSet/EQ setup.  
The test will begin, and a screen such as the one shown in Figure 21 will  
appear. Maintain silence during the EzSet/EQ configuration.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: During the EzSet/EQ procedure, a series  
of very loud test sweeps will be played through all of the speakers. Avoid  
sitting or standing close to any one speaker during the procedure. If you are  
particularly sensitive to loud noises, you may wish to leave the room and  
have someone else run the EzSet/EQ process.  
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Component In: If you connected the source to one of the two component  
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video inputs, press the Button to adjust the setting if needed.  
NOTE: If the source is connected to a composite video input but a signal  
is present at the selected component video input, the AVR will display  
the component video signal. To avoid this, turn off the component video  
source device, or adjust this setting to select a component video input that  
is not in use. When no component video signal is present, the AVR will  
automatically select the composite video input associated with the source.  
Audio In: If you used a digital audio connection for a source, change this  
setting to assign the correct digital audio input, even if you also connected its  
analog audio outputs to the receiver. Move the cursor to this line, and press  
Figure 21 – EzSet/EQ in Progress  
As the EzSet/EQ system tests each speaker, its position will appear on screen.  
If the test sweep is heard from a different speaker than the one indicated on  
screen, turn off the AVR and check the speaker-wire connections, then begin  
again.  
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the Buttons until the correct digital input appears. If an analog audio  
connection was used, change this setting to ANALOG.  
Auto Poll: The Auto Poll feature is used when both an analog audio and  
digital audio connection have been made for one source device. If no digital  
signal is available, the AVR 160 will switch to the analog input for the source.  
This situation can occur with some cable or satellite television broadcasts,  
where some channels are broadcast with digital audio and others with analog  
audio, or when a DVD player is paused or stopped.  
When the Speaker Detection test is completed, select the Continue option.  
The results will be displayed, along with these options:  
The Retest option repeats the EzSet/EQ process. Increase the master  
volume manually, if some speakers were not correctly detected.  
Select Cancel to return to the Speaker Setup menu.  
For some sources, the Auto Poll feature is unnecessary and may be  
undesirable, such as for a DVD player. Move the cursor to this line, and press  
See the Advanced Functions section for instructions on how to manually  
configure the speakers or manually adjust the settings established by the  
EzSet/EQ process.  
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the  
Buttons until OFF appears, disabling the Auto Poll feature. With Auto  
Poll turned off, the receiver will only check for a signal at the audio input  
assigned to the source.  
Set up Sources  
The Info Settings menu is used to assign the correct physical audio and video  
connections to each source.  
The remaining lines in the Input Setup menu adjust the audio performance,  
and may be skipped at this time. Leaving these settings at their factory  
defaults is recommended for most listening, in order to enjoy the sound mix  
created by your favorite movie and music artists.  
The AUDIO IN setting must be adjusted now, and if a component video input  
was used for the source, the COMPONENT IN setting must also be adjusted.  
Otherwise, there will be no sound or picture when the source is playing. The  
other settings may be adjusted later.  
BXR: Enhances bass performance when playing MP3 tracks. Select ON, or  
leave at the default OFF setting for non-MP3 audio.  
Tone: Determines whether the treble and bass controls are active. When  
it’s off, the tone controls are “flat, with no changes. When it’s on, the bass  
and treble frequencies are boosted or cut, depending upon the tone-control  
settings. When an analog audio source is in use and the 2-Channel Stereo  
surround mode is selected, setting the Tone to OFF places the unit in analog  
bypass mode.  
To display the Input Setup menu, press the OSD Button. Select the INPUT  
SETUP LINE and press the OK Button. A screen similar to the one shown in  
Figure 22 will appear.  
Bass and Treble: Boost or cut the low or high frequencies by up to 10dB  
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by using the  
Buttons to change the setting by 2dB at a time.  
6-/8-channel Inputs  
The 6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs are used when playing certain  
multichannel discs (DVD-Audio, Blu-ray Disc, SACD and HD-DVD) on a player  
that decodes the audio and outputs it via its multichannel analog audio  
outputs but not via its HDMI output.  
Figure 22 – Input Setup Menu  
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Source: Indicates the currently selected source. Use the  
Buttons to  
HDmI-equipped multichannel Disc player:  
select a source: DVD, CD, TUNER (Radio), Tape, 8 CH DIRECT, AUX, VIDEO 1,  
VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, HDMI 1, HDMI 2, HDMI 3.  
Connect the player’s HDMI output to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs. No  
other connections are necessary.  
Title: You may change the display name for any source (except the tuner).  
This may help you to select the correct source device even when you have  
forgotten which physical connections you used. Move the cursor to the TITLE  
Make sure the HDMI input is selected as the source and the Audio Input in  
the Input Setup menu.  
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line and press the OK Button. A block cursor will blink. Use the  
Buttons  
to scroll through the alphabet in upper and lower case, the numbers and  
many punctuation marks. When you have selected the desired character,  
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press the Button to move to the next space. Press the Button to leave a  
blank space. Press the OK Button when you have finished.  
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HDmI-equipped multichannel Disc player  
that Does not output multichannel audio via  
an HDmI connection:  
Connect the player’s HDMI output and its multichannel analog audio  
outputs to one of the AVR’s HDMI Inputs and to the AVR’s 6-/8-Channel  
Analog Audio Inputs. In addition, connect the player’s component video  
outputs to one of the AVR’s Component Video Inputs.  
When listening to DVD-Video discs, CDs or other materials outputting  
standard-definition digital audio, select the HDMI Input as the source and  
as the Audio Input.  
Figure 23 – System Setup Menu Screen  
To listen to high-resolution multichannel discs, select the 6-/8-Channel  
Analog Audio Inputs as the source, and select the component video input  
the player was connected to. It is not possible to view HDMI video while  
listening to multichannel analog audio.  
VFD Fade Time Out: Some people find the brightness of the AVR’s front-  
panel display distracting during movies or listening sessions. It’s possible to  
dim the front-panel display completely using the Dim function (see below).  
This sets the display to remain dark most of the time, lighting up only when  
a button is pressed or a remote command is received, and going dark again 5  
seconds after the last command. The VFD FADE TIME OUT feature also causes  
the display to light up only when a button is pressed or a change in the  
incoming signal is detected, but the display immediately begins to fade to  
dark. This setting allows you to program the length of the fade time. Select  
a time-out period of between 3 and 10 seconds, or select OFF if you prefer to  
leave the displays on at all times or to use the Dim function.  
multichannel Disc player Without HDmI  
output, or When Video Display Has no HDmI  
Input:  
Connect the player’s component video outputs to one set of Component  
Video Inputs on the AVR. Depending on the capabilities of the player  
and your video display, you may need to use the DVD composite video  
connection instead.  
Volume Default and Default Volume Set: These two settings are  
used together to program the AVR’s volume level at turn-on. This feature  
avoids discomfort for listeners in case the last user turned the volume very  
high. Press the OSD Button to remove the display from the screen so that  
you may adjust the volume to a desired level while a source is playing. Make  
a note of the number that appears in the display, and return to the System  
Setup menu. At the DEFAULT VOL SET line, select the desired volume setting,  
and activate the feature by setting VOLUME DEFAULT to ON.  
Connect the player’s digital audio output to a digital audio input on the  
AVR.  
Connect the player’s multichannel audio outputs to the AVR’s  
6-/8-Channel Analog Audio Inputs.  
When listening to DVD-Video discs, CDs or other materials outputting  
standard-definition digital audio, select the DVD source, and make sure  
the digital audio input the player is connected to is selected as the audio  
input in the Input Setup menu. If a component video connection was  
made, select the correct input at the COMPONENT IN line of the Input  
Setup menu. If the DVD Video input was used, it will automatically be  
selected.  
HDMI Audio to TV: Determines whether HDMI audio signals are passed  
through the HDMI Output to the video display. In normal operation, leave  
this setting OFF, as audio will be played through the AVR. To use the TV by  
itself, without the home theater system, turn this setting ON. Mute the TV’s  
speakers when using the AVR for audio.  
To listen to high-resolution multichannel discs, select the “8 CH DIRECT”  
source.  
Semi-OSD Time Out: Program the amount of time (2 to 5 seconds) the  
two-line semi-OSD status messages remain on screen, or deactivate the semi-  
OSD display altogether if you find it distracting. These messages will continue  
to appear on the front panel of the receiver.  
NOTE: The 6-/8-Channel Inputs pass the incoming signals directly to the  
volume control, without digitizing or processing them. It is not possible to  
change the surround mode or adjust any of the tone controls when using  
the 6-/8-Channel Inputs. Configure the bass management settings (i.e.,  
speaker size, delay and output level) on your source device to match the  
settings programmed using the EzSet/EQ procedure, which may be viewed  
using the Speaker Setup menu (see Advanced Functions section). Consult  
the owner’s guide for your multichannel player for more information.  
Full-OSD Time Out: Program the amount of time (20, 30, 40 or 50  
seconds) the full-OSD menus remain visible on screen. The full-OSD system  
may not be deactivated.  
NOTE: It isn’t possible to view video sources while the full-OSD menus are  
displayed.  
Dim function  
To dim the Message Display, press the Dim Button on the remote. Each button  
press will cycle through the three settings of:  
System Settings  
The AVR 160 offers system settings that make the receiver easier to use.  
Access these settings by pressing the OSD Button and navigating to the  
SYSTEM SETUP line of the Master menu. Press the OK Button to display the  
submenu. See Figure 23.  
VFD Full: Normal brightness  
VFD Half: Display is dimmed but still visible; the light inside the volume  
knob goes dark  
VFD Off: Display goes completely dark except for Power Indicator, to  
remind you that the receiver is turned on.  
When you have finished, press the OSD Button to clear the menus from view.  
You are now ready to begin enjoying your new receiver!  
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OPERATION  
Now that you have installed your components and completed a basic  
configuration, you are ready to begin enjoying your home theater system.  
mute functIon  
To temporarily mute all speakers and the headphones, press the Mute Button  
on the remote. Any recording in progress will not be affected. The MUTE  
message will appear in the display as a reminder. To restore normal audio,  
press the Mute Button again, or adjust the volume. Turning off the AVR will  
also end muting.  
turnInG on tHe aVr 160  
Flip the rear-panel Main Power Switch to the “On” position. The Power  
Indicator on the front panel will turn amber, indicating that the AVR is  
in Standby mode and is ready to be turned on. The Main Power Switch is  
normally left on.  
SLeep tImer  
The sleep timer sets the AVR to play for up to 90 minutes and then turn off  
automatically.  
There are several ways to turn on the AVR 160:  
a) Press the Standby/On Switch on the front panel.  
Press the Sleep Settings Button on the remote, and the time until turn-off  
will be displayed. Each additional press of the Sleep Button decreases the play  
time by 10 minutes, with a maximum of 90 minutes. The SLEEP OFF setting  
disables the sleep timer.  
b) Using the remote, press the AVR Power On Button or any of the Source  
Selectors.  
To turn the receiver off, press either the Standby/On Switch on the front panel  
or the Power Off Button on the remote control. Unless the receiver will not be  
used for an extended period of time, leave the Main Power Switch on. When  
the Main Power Switch is turned off, any settings you have programmed will  
be preserved for up to four weeks.  
If you press the Sleep Button after the timer has been set, the remaining play  
time will be displayed. Press the Sleep Button again to change the play time.  
tone controLS  
You may boost or cut either the treble or the bass frequencies by up to 10dB.  
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the PROTECT message ever appears in the  
Message Display, turn off the AVR and unplug it. Check all speaker wires for  
a short. If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized Harman Kardon  
service center for inspection and repair before using it again.  
Press the Tone Mode Button once. This will indicate whether the tone controls  
are in or out of the circuitry. With the TONE IN message displayed, press the  
Tone Mode Button repeatedly to access TREBLE MODE and BASS MODE. Use  
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the  
Buttons to change the treble or bass settings.  
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To return the tone controls to 0, or “flat” response, press the Tone Mode  
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Button, and then use the  
Buttons to display the TONE OUT message,  
Adjust the volume either by turning the knob on the front panel (clockwise to  
increase volume or counterclockwise to decrease volume), or by pressing the  
Volume Control on the remote. The volume is displayed as a negative number  
of decibels (dB) below the 0dB reference point.  
which preserves any changes you have made to the bass or treble settings for  
later use. To reactivate your changes, the tone control must be set to TONE IN.  
The display will return to normal a few seconds after your last command.  
0dB is the maximum recommended volume for the AVR 160. Although it’s  
possible to turn the volume to a higher level, doing so may damage your  
hearing and your speakers. For certain more dynamic audio materials, even  
0dB may be too high, allowing for damage to equipment. Use caution with  
regard to volume levels.  
You may also adjust the tone controls using the full-OSD menu system. Press  
the OSD Button on the remote to view the Master menu. With the cursor  
pointing to the INPUT SETUP line, press the OK Button to display the Input  
Setup menu and view the current tone settings. To make changes to the TONE,  
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BASS or TREBLE settings, use the  
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Buttons to move the cursor to the  
Buttons to adjust it. It isn’t necessary to press the OK  
setting, and use the  
Button to enter the new setting.  
When you have finished, either wait until the display times-out and  
disappears, press the OSD Button to clear the display, or move the cursor to  
the BACK TO MASTER MENU line and select it to make other changes using the  
menu system.  
NOTE: The AVR 160 does not have a conventional balance control. The  
speaker output level calibration process compensates for any characteristics  
of your room or loudspeakers, and it is recommended that you leave the  
settings as they are after you have completed Initial Setup. However, you  
may manually adjust the levels of the left and right channels – decreasing  
one and increasing the other by the same amount – using the Channel  
Adjust submenu, as described in the Advanced Functions section. This  
achieves the same effect as a balance control.  
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HeaDpHoneS  
Plug the 1/4" (6,3 mm) plug on a pair of headphones into the jack behind the  
front-panel door for private listening. The default Headphone bypass mode  
delivers a conventional 2-channel signal to the headphones.  
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To select the AVR 160’s built-in radio:  
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1. Use the front-panel  
Buttons to scroll to the desired tuner band.  
2. Press the Radio Source Selector on the remote. Press it again to switch  
bands.  
Press the Surround Modes Button on the front panel or the remote, to  
switch to Harman Headphone virtual surround processing, which emulates a  
5.1-channel speaker system. No other surround modes are available for the  
headphones.  
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Use the  
on the front panel and on screen.  
Buttons or the Channel Control to tune a station, as displayed  
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The AVR defaults to automatic tuning, meaning each press of the  
Buttons scans through all frequencies until a station with acceptable signal  
Source SeLectIon  
strength is found. To switch to manual tuning, in which each press of the  
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Use the front-panel  
Source Buttons to scroll through the sources.  
Buttons steps through a single frequency increment (0.05MHz for FM,  
Using the on-screen menus, press the OSD Button, highlight “INPUT  
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or 10kHz for AM), press the Menu Button. The Mode line will display the  
current setting. Each press of the OK Button toggles between automatic and  
manual tuning modes.  
SETUP” and press the OK Button. Use the  
Buttons to select a source.  
For direct access to any source, press its Source Selector on the remote.  
The AVR selects the audio and video inputs assigned to the source, and any  
other settings made during setup.  
When an FM station has been tuned, toggling the tuning mode also switches  
between stereo and monaural play, which may improve reception of weaker  
stations.  
The source name, the audio and video inputs assigned to the source, and the  
surround mode will appear on the front panel. The source name and surround  
mode will also appear on screen.  
A total of 30 stations (AM and FM together) may be stored as presets. When  
the desired station has been tuned, press the OK Button, and two dashes will  
flash. Use the Numeric Keys to enter the desired preset number.  
VIDEO TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS  
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To tune a preset station: Press the Preset  
number using the Numeric Keys.  
Buttons or enter the preset  
If there is no picture:  
Check the source selection and video input assignment.  
rDS operation  
Check the wires for a loose or incorrect connection.  
The AVR 160 is equipped with RDS (Radio Data System), which brings a  
wide range of information to FM radio. Now in use in many countries, RDS  
is a system for transmitting station call signs or network information, a  
description of station program type, text messages about the station or  
specifics of a musical selection, and the correct time.  
Check the video input selection on the display device (TV).  
Additional Tips for HDMI Connections  
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Turn off all devices (including the TV, AVR and any source components).  
Unplug the HDMI cables, starting with the cable between the TV and  
AVR, and continuing with the cables between the AVR and each source  
device.  
As more FM stations become equipped with RDS capabilities, the AVR will  
serve as an easy-to-use center for both information and entertainment. This  
section will help you take maximum advantage of the RDS system.  
Carefully reconnect the cables from the source devices to the AVR.  
Connect the cable from the AVR to the TV last.  
RDS Tuning  
When an FM station is tuned in and it contains RDS data, the AVR will  
automatically display the station’s call sign or other program service in the  
Message Display.  
Turn on the devices in this order: TV, AVR, source devices.  
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RDS Display Options  
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The RDS system is capable of transmitting a wide variety of information  
in addition to the initial station call sign that appears when a station is  
first tuned. In normal RDS operation the display will indicate the station  
name, broadcast network or call letters. Pressing the RDS Button on the  
Remote enables you to cycle through the various data types in the following  
sequence:  
Two-channel analog and digital audio signals, as well as composite signals,  
are normally available at the appropriate recording outputs. To make a  
recording, connect your audio or video recorder to the appropriate output  
jacks, as described in the Installation section, insert blank media and make  
sure the recorder is turned on and recording while the source is playing.  
NOTES  
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The station’s call letters (PS) (with some private stations other information  
too).  
1. Analog and digital audio signals are not converted to the other format.  
The station’s frequency (FREQ MODE), which is always shown on the TV  
On-Screen Display, is shown in the Message Display.  
2. Only PCM digital audio signals are available for recording. Proprietary  
formats such as Dolby Digital and DTS may not be recorded using the  
digital audio connections. Use the analog audio connections to make an  
analog recording.  
The Program Type (PTY).  
NOTE: Many stations do not transmit a specific PTY. The display will show  
NONE, when such a station is selected and PTY is active.  
3. HDMI and component video sources that are HDCP-copyprotected are  
not available for recording.  
4. Please make certain that you are aware of any copyright restrictions  
on any material you record. Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted  
materials is prohibited.  
A “text” message (Radiotext, RT) containing special information from the  
broadcast station. Note that this message may scroll across the display to  
permit messages longer than the eight positions in the display. Radiotext  
is not shown on the TV On-Screen Display.  
auX Input  
Enjoy the full power and resolution of your Harman Kardon system, including  
a variety of analog surround modes, while listening to content stored on your  
portable device.  
The current time of day (CT). Note that it may take up to two minutes  
for the time to appear, in that time the letters CT are shown in the  
information display when CT is selected. Please note that the accuracy of  
the time data is dependent on the radio station, not the AVR.  
Some RDS stations may not include some of these additional features. If the  
data required for the selected mode is not being transmitted, the Message  
Display will show a NO TYPE, NO TEXT or NO TIME message after the  
individual time out.  
The Auxiliary Audio Input mini jack is provided on the AVR’s rear panel for  
convenient connection of portable players, such as CD players and the iPod  
(iPod and cable not included). Purchase a stereo cable with a 1/8" (3,5 mm)  
plug on at least one end for connection to the Auxiliary Audio Input. Plug  
the other end of the cable into the portable device’s headphone output,  
and operate the device using its own controls. You may also use a cable  
with separate left and right audio plugs at one end for connection to any  
component equipped with analog audio outputs.  
In any FM mode the RDS function requires a strong enough signal for proper  
operation.  
Program Search (PTY)  
An important feature of RDS is its capability of encoding broadcasts with  
Program Type (PTY) codes that indicate the type of material being broadcast.  
No video connection is available with the AUX input. However, the AVR will  
use the last-selected analog video input when the AUX source is selected.  
You may search for a specific Program Type (PTY) by following these steps:  
1. Press the RDS button until PTY is shown in the Main Information Display.  
2. While PTY is shown, press the Preset Up/Down Buttons or hold them  
pressed to scroll through the list of available PTY types.  
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3. Press either of the Tuning  
Buttons. The tuner begins to scan the FM  
band upwards or downwards for the first station that has RDS data that  
matches the desired selection, and acceptable signal strength for quality  
reception.  
4. The tuner will make up to one complete scan of the entire FM band for  
the next station that matches the desired PTY type and has acceptable  
reception quality. If no such station is found, the display will read NONE  
for some seconds and the tuner will return to the last FM station in use  
before the search.  
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Stereo: When 2-channel playback is desired, select the number of speakers  
used for playback:  
SeLectInG a SurrounD moDe  
Surround mode selection can be as simple or sophisticated as your individual  
system and tastes. Feel free to experiment, and you may find a few favorites  
for certain sources or program types. More detailed information on surround  
modes may be found in the Advanced Functions Section.  
2 CH STEREO uses only two speakers. As described on page 30, you may  
select Analog Bypass mode for a pure analog signal when analog audio  
inputs are in use. Turn off the TONE setting, and the AVR does the rest.  
5 CH STEREO plays the left-channel signal through the front and surround  
left speakers, the right-channel signal through the right speakers and a  
summed mono signal through the center speaker.  
To select a surround mode, press the OSD Button on the remote to display the  
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Master menu. Use the Buttons to move the cursor to the SURROUND  
SELECT line and press the OK Button. The Surround Modes menu will appear  
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(see Figure 24). Use the  
Buttons until the desired surround mode  
7 CH STEREO follows the same scheme as 5 CH STEREO, but adds the  
surround back speakers. This mode is only available when the surround  
back speakers are present.  
category appears: Auto Select, Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie, Music or Video  
Game. Press the OK Button to change the surround mode for the category.  
Movie: Use when a surround mode is desired for movie playback: Logic 7  
Movie, DTS Neo:6 Cinema or Dolby Pro Logic II (IIx when seven main speakers  
are present).  
Music: Use when a surround mode is desired for music playback: Logic 7  
Music, DTS Neo:6 Music or Dolby Pro Logic II (IIx when seven main speakers  
are present). The Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx Music mode allows access to a  
submenu with some additional settings. See the Advanced Functions section  
for more information.  
Video Game: Use to select a surround mode for game playback: Logic 7  
Game, or Dolby Pro Logic II (IIx when seven main speakers are present) Game.  
Figure 24 – Surround Modes Menu  
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After you have made your selection, use the  
Buttons to move the cursor  
Auto Select: For digital programs, such as movies recorded with a Dolby  
Digital soundtrack, the AVR will automatically use the native surround  
format. For 2-channel analog and PCM programs, the AVR uses Logic 7 Movie,  
Music mode.  
to the BACK TO SURROUND SELECT line and press the OK Button, then select  
the BACK TO MASTER MENU line and press the OK Button to make additional  
adjustments. When you are finished using the menu system, press the OSD  
Button to clear the full-OSD menus from view (the semi-OSD display will  
appear).  
Virtual Surround: When only two main speakers are present in the  
system, Harman Virtual Surround may be used to create an enhanced  
soundfield that virtualizes the missing speakers.  
See the Advanced Functions section for more information on surround modes.  
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS  
Much of the AVR 160’s performance is handled automatically, with little  
intervention required on your part. The AVR 160 is capable of being  
customized to suit your system and your tastes. In this section, some of the  
more advanced adjustments available are described.  
Surround modes  
Surround mode selection is dependent upon the format of the incoming  
audio signal, as well as personal taste. Table A9 offers a brief description of  
each mode and indicates the types of incoming signals or digital bitstreams  
the mode may be used with. Additional information about the Dolby and DTS  
dtsonline.com.  
auDIo proceSSInG anD SurrounD  
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Audio signals output by sources are encoded in a variety of formats that can  
affect not only the quality of the sound but the number of speaker channels  
and the surround mode. You may also manually select a different surround  
mode, when available.  
When in doubt, check the jacket of your disc for more information on which  
surround modes are available. Usually, nonessential sections of the disc, such  
as trailers, extra materials or the disc menu, are only available in Dolby Digital  
2.0 (2-channel) or PCM 2-channel mode. If the main title is playing and the  
display shows one of these surround modes, look for an audio or language  
setup section in the disc’s menu. Also, make sure your player’s audio output is  
set to the original bitstream rather than 2-channel PCM. Stop play and check  
the player’s output setting.  
analog audio Signals  
Analog audio signals usually consist of two channels – left and right. The  
AVR 160 offers three options for playback:  
1. Analog Bypass Mode: The 2-channel signal is passed directly from  
the input to the volume control, without being digitized or undergoing  
any processing for bass management or surround sound. To select analog  
bypass mode:  
For any incoming signal, only a limited number of surround modes are  
available. Although there is never a time when all of the AVR 160’s surround  
modes are available, there is usually a wide variety of modes available for a  
given input.  
a) The analog audio inputs for the source must be selected. If necessary,  
with the remote in AVR device mode, press the Digital Select Button  
Multichannel digital recordings are found in the 5.1-, 6.1- or 7.1-channel  
formats. The channels included in a 5.1-channel recording are front left,  
front right, center, surround left, surround right and LFE. The LFE channel is  
denoted as .1” to represent the fact that it is limited to the low frequencies.  
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and use the  
Buttons to select “ANALOG.  
b) The tone controls must be disabled by turning off the Tone setting.  
With the remote in AVR device mode, press the Tone Button and use  
6.1-Channel recordings add a single surround back channel, and 7.1-channel  
recordings add surround back left and surround back right channels to  
the 5.1-channel configuration. New formats are available in 7.1-channel  
configurations. The AVR 160 is able to play the new audio formats, delivering  
a more exciting home theater experience.  
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the  
Buttons to select “TONE OUT.  
c) The 2-channel Stereo mode must be selected. Press the OSD Button,  
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and use the  
Buttons to select “SURROUND SELECT. Press the  
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OK Button. Use the  
OK Button. Use the  
Stereo mode.  
Buttons to select “STEREO, and press the  
Buttons to select either the 2- or 7-Channel  
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NOTE: To use the 6.1- and 7.1-channel surround modes, the Surround  
Back channels must be enabled. See the Manual Speaker Setup section on  
page 33 for more information.  
2. DSP Surround Off Mode: The DSP Surround Off mode digitizes the  
incoming signal and applies the bass management settings, including  
speaker configuration, delay times and output levels. Select this mode  
when your front speakers are small, limited-range satellites and you are  
using a subwoofer. To select this mode, use a digital audio input, or set  
the Tone setting to IN, and select 2-channel Stereo mode.  
The digital formats include Dolby Digital 2.0 (two channels only), Dolby  
Digital 5.1, Dolby Digital EX (6.1), Dolby Digital Plus (7.1), Dolby TrueHD (7.1),  
DTS-HD High-Resolution Audio (7.1), DTS-HD Master Audio (7.1), DTS 5.1,  
DTS-ES (6.1 Matrix and Discrete), DTS 96/24 (5.1), 2-channel PCM modes in  
32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz, and 5.1 or 7.1 multichannel PCM.  
3. Analog Surround Modes: The AVR 160 is able to process 2-channel audio  
signals to produce multichannel surround sound, even when no surround  
sound has been encoded in the recording. Among the available modes  
are the Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx modes, the Harman Virtual Speaker modes,  
the DTS Neo:6 modes, the Logic 7 modes and the Stereo modes.  
When a digital signal is received, the AVR 160 detects the encoding method  
and the number of channels, which is displayed briefly as three numbers,  
separated by slashes (e.g., “3/2/.1”).  
The first number indicates the number of front channels in the signal:  
Digital audio Signals  
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” represents a monophonic recording, usually an older program that has  
been digitally remastered or, more rarely, a modern program for which  
the director has chosen a special effect.  
Digital audio signals offer greater capacity, which allows the encoding of  
center and surround channel information directly into the signal. The result  
is improved sound quality and startling directionality, since each channel is  
reproduced discretely.  
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3
” indicates the presence of the left and right channels, but no center  
channel.  
Even when only two channels are encoded, the digital signal allows for a  
higher sampling rate that delivers greater detail. High-resolution recordings  
sound extraordinarily distortion-free, especially at high frequencies.  
” indicates that all three front channels (left, right and center) are present.  
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The second number indicates whether any surround channels are present:  
You may select a different mode. The choice of surround modes depends on  
the number of speakers in your system.  
0
1
2
3
” indicates that no surround information is present.  
” indicates that a matrixed surround signal is present.  
” indicates discrete left and right surround channels.  
Virtual Surround: Harman Virtual Speaker  
Stereo: 2-channel stereo, 5-channel stereo or 7-channel stereo  
Movie: Logic 7 Movie, DTS Neo: 6 Cinema, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie,  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie  
” is used with DTS-ES bitstreams to represent the presence of the discrete  
surround back channel, in addition to the side surround left and right  
channels.  
Music: Logic 7 Music, DTS Neo:6 Music, Dolby Pro Logic II Music, Dolby  
Pro Logic IIx Music  
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” is used with 7.1-channel digital formats to indicate the presence of  
two discrete side surround channels and two discrete back surround  
channels.  
Video Game: Logic 7 Game, Dolby Pro Logic II Game, Dolby Pro Logic  
IIx Game  
The third number is used for the LFE channel:  
Once you have programmed the surround mode for each type of audio, select  
the line from the Surround Select menu to override the AVR’s automatic  
surround mode selection. The AVR will use the same surround mode the next  
time the source is selected.  
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” indicates no LFE channel.  
.1” indicates that an LFE channel is present.  
The 6.1-channel signals – Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES Matrix and Discrete –  
each include a flag meant to signal the receiver to decode the surround back  
channel, indicated as 3/2/.1 EX-ON for Dolby Digital EX materials, and 3/3/.1  
ES-ON for DTS-ES materials.  
Please refer to Table A9 in the appendix for more information on which  
surround modes are available with different bitstreams.  
Dolby Surround Settings  
Dolby Digital 2.0 signals may include a Dolby Surround flag indicating DS-ON  
or DS-OFF, depending on whether the 2-channel bitstream contains only  
stereo information, or a downmix of a multichannel program that can be  
decoded by the AVR’s Dolby Pro Logic decoder. By default, these signals are  
played in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode.  
Some additional settings are available for Dolby modes. When the Dolby Pro  
Logic II or IIx Music modes have been selected, the Center Width, Dimension,  
Panorama and Night Mode settings will become available. See Figure 25.  
When a PCM signal is received, the PCM message and the sampling rate  
(32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz) will appear.  
When only two channels – left and right – are present, the analog surround  
modes may be used to decode the signal into the remaining channels.  
If you would prefer a different surround format than the native signal’s  
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digital encoding, press the OSD Button, and use the  
“SURROUND SELECT. Press the OK Button. Use the  
of the surround mode categories.  
Buttons to select  
Buttons to select one  
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Figure 25 – Dolby Pro Logic II/IIx Music Mode Settings  
The Auto Select option uses the native signal’s digital encoding, e.g., Dolby  
Digital, DTS, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD Master Audio. For 2-channel materials,  
the AVR defaults to Logic 7 Movie mode. If you prefer a different surround  
mode, select the surround mode category: Virtual Surround, Stereo, Movie,  
Music or Video Game. Press the OK Button to change the mode.  
Center Width: This setting affects how vocals sound through the three  
front speakers. A higher number (up to 7) focuses the vocal information  
tightly on the center channel. Lower numbers broaden the vocal soundstage.  
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Use the  
Buttons to adjust.  
Each category is set to a default surround mode:  
Dimension: This setting affects the depth of the surround presentation,  
allowing you to “move” the sound toward the front or rear of the room. The  
setting of “0” is a neutral default. Setting “F-03” moves the sound toward the  
front of the room, while setting “R-03” moves the sound toward the rear. Use  
Virtual Surround: Harman Virtual Speaker  
Stereo: 7-channel stereo  
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the  
Buttons to adjust.  
Movie: Logic 7 Movie  
Panorama: With the Panorama mode turned On, some of the sound from  
the front speakers is moved to the surround speakers, creating an enveloping  
“wraparound” effect. Each press of the OK Button toggles the setting on or off.  
Music: Logic 7 Music  
Video Game: Logic 7 Game  
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Night Mode: Night mode is available with some Dolby Digital programs,  
if it has been encoded in the material. It compresses the peak sound levels,  
maintaining the intelligibility of the dialogue and quieter passages, while  
reducing the loudness of special effects and louder passages, to avoid  
disturbing others. Three levels of compression are available:  
Step tWo – measure Speaker Distances  
Ideally, all of your speakers would be placed in a circle, with the listening  
position at the center. However, you may have had to place some speakers a  
little further away from the listening position than others. Sounds that are  
supposed to arrive simultaneously from different speakers may blur, due to  
different arrival times.  
Off: At this setting, there is no compression, as the Night mode is  
deactivated.  
Use the AVR’s delay adjustment to compensate for real-world speaker  
placements.  
Half: A mild compression is applied.  
Full: More compression is applied.  
Measure the distance from each speaker to the listening position, and write  
it down in Table A4 in the appendix. Even if all of your speakers are the  
same distance from the listening position, enter your speaker distances as  
described in Step Three.  
manuaL SpeaKer Setup  
The AVR 160 is flexible and may be configured for most speakers, and to  
compensate for the acoustic characteristics of your room.  
Step tHree – manual Setup menu  
Now you are ready to program the receiver. Sit in the usual listening position  
and make the room as quiet as possible.  
The EzSet/EQ process automatically detects the capabilities of each speaker,  
and optimizes the AVR 160’s performance. If you are unable to run EzSet/  
EQ calibration, or if you wish to make further adjustments, use the Manual  
Speaker Setup on-screen menus.  
With the receiver and video display turned on, press the OSD Button to display  
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the Master menu. Use the Button to move the cursor to the MANUAL  
SETUP line, and press the OK Button to display the Manual Setup menu.  
Before beginning, place your loudspeakers as explained in the Speaker  
Placement section, and connect them to the AVR. Consult the owner’s guide  
for the speakers or the manufacturer’s Web site for the frequency range  
specification. Although you may set the output levels “by ear,” an SPL (sound-  
pressure level) meter purchased at a local electronics store will provide  
greater accuracy.  
If you have run the EzSet/EQ process, the results were saved. To tweak the  
EzSet/EQ results, or to configure the AVR 160 from scratch, use the menu  
shown in Figure 26.  
Record your configuration settings in Tables A4 and A6 in the appendix for  
easy re-entry after a system reset, or if the AVR’s Master Power Switch is  
turned off or the unit is unplugged for more than four weeks.  
Step one – Determine Speaker crossover  
Without using the EzSet/EQ process, the AVR 160 can’t detect how many  
speakers you’ve connected to it; nor can it determine their capabilities.  
Consult the speaker’s technical specifications and locate the frequency  
response, usually given as a range, e.g., 100Hz – 20kHz ( 3dB). Write down  
the lowest frequency that each of your main speakers is capable of playing  
(100Hz in the example) as the crossover in Table A6 in the appendix. This is  
not the same as the crossover frequency listed in the speaker’s specifications.  
For the subwoofer, write down the transducer size.  
Figure 26 – Manual Setup Menu  
NOTE: All of the speaker setup submenus include the option to go back to  
the previous menu, similar to what is shown at the bottom of Figure 26.  
The receiver’s bass management determines which speakers will be used to  
play back the low-frequency (bass) portion of the source program. Sending  
the lowest notes to small satellite speakers won’t sound right, and may even  
damage the speaker. The highest notes may not be heard at all through the  
subwoofer.  
For best results, adjust the submenus in this order: Number of Speakers,  
Crossover, Sub Mode, Distance and Level Adjust.  
With proper bass management, the AVR 160 divides the source signal at a  
crossover point. All information above the crossover point is played through  
the satellite speaker, and all information below the crossover point is played  
through the subwoofer. Each loudspeaker in your system performs at its best,  
delivering an enjoyable sound experience.  
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number of Speakers  
Sub mode  
Move the cursor to the Number of Speakers line and press the OK Button. See  
Figure 27.  
Move the cursor to the SUB MODE line in the Manual Setup menu. This setting  
depends upon how you programmed the front left and right speakers.  
If you set the front speakers to a numeric crossover frequency, the  
subwoofer setting will always be SUB. All low-frequency information  
will always be sent to the subwoofer. If you don’t have a subwoofer,  
either upgrade to full-range speakers or add a subwoofer at the earliest  
opportunity.  
If you set the front speakers to LARGE, select one of the three settings for  
the subwoofer.  
L/R+LFE: This setting sends all low-frequency information to the  
subwoofer, including both information that would normally be  
played through the front left and right speakers, and the special low-  
frequency effects (LFE) channel information.  
Figure 27 – Number of Speakers Menu  
Program the correct setting for each speaker group: ON when the speakers are  
present in the system, and OFF for positions where no speakers are installed.  
The Front Left & Right speakers are always ON and may not be disabled. Any  
changes will be reflected in the total number of speakers displayed at the top  
of the screen.  
Off: Select this setting when no subwoofer is in use. All low-  
frequency information will be sent to the front left and right speakers.  
LFE: This setting plays low-frequency information contained in the  
left and right program channels through the front speakers, and  
directs only the LFE channel to the subwoofer.  
The settings in this menu affect the remainder of the speaker setup process  
and the availability of various surround modes at any time.  
NOTE: If you are using a Harman Kardon HKTS Series speaker system,  
select the appropriate numeric crossover frequency for the Main Speaker  
groups, and the subwoofer will automatically be set to LFE.  
When you have finished, select the “BACK TO MANUAL SETUP” option.  
crossover menu  
After you have programmed the number of speakers, return to the Manual  
Setup menu (see Figure 29). Navigate to the CROSSOVER line and press the OK  
Button to display the Crossover menu. See Figure 28.  
Distance menu  
Placing the speakers at different distances from the listening positions can  
muddy the sound, as sounds are heard earlier or later than desired.  
Even if all of your speakers are placed the same distance from the listening  
position, do not skip this menu.  
On the Manual Setup menu, move the cursor to the DISTANCE line and press  
the OK Button to display the Distance menu. See Figure 29.  
Figure 28 – Crossover Menu  
The AVR will only display those speaker groups programmed in the Number of  
Speakers menu.  
Refer to Table A6 for each speaker’s crossover. For the main speakers, this is  
the lowest frequency the speaker reproduces well.  
Figure 29 – Distance Menu  
For each main speaker, select one of the seven crossover frequencies: 40Hz,  
60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz or 200Hz. If the crossover frequency is  
below 40Hz, select the first option, “Large. This setting doesn’t refer to the  
speaker’s physical size, but to its frequency response, which is also called “full  
range.  
Enter the distance from each speaker to the listening position, as measured  
in Step Two – Measure Speaker Distances and recorded in Table A4 in the  
appendix (see page 32).  
The default unit of measurement is feet. To change the unit to meters, scroll  
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down to the Unit setting. Use the  
FEET and METERS.  
Buttons to toggle the setting between  
You may specify the size of the subwoofer’s transducer as 8, 10, 12 or 15  
inches. The AVR always sets the subwoofer crossover to 100Hz, but uses the  
transducer size for equalization. Write down the settings in Table A6 in the  
appendix.  
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Select a speaker, then use the  
values vary between 0 and 30 feet (10 m), with a default of 10 feet (3,3 m)  
Buttons to change the measurement. The  
for all speakers. To reset all of the settings to their default values, scroll down  
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When you have finished entering the settings, select BACK TO MANUAL SETUP.  
to the DELAY RESET setting and use the Buttons to change this setting to  
ON, where it will remain until any of the speaker delay settings are changed.  
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A/V SYNC DELAY: This line allows you to compensate for a “lip sync” Channel Reset: To reset all of the levels to their factory defaults of 0dB,  
problem, in which a source device or the video display introduces a significant navigate to this line and change the setting to ON. The levels will be reset,  
amount of video processing that causes the audio and video parts of the  
signal to lose synchronization. You may delay the audio for all channels by up  
to 180 milliseconds to compensate.  
and this setting will remain ON until one of the channel levels is adjusted.  
If you are using an external source to set your output levels, navigate to each  
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channel and use the  
Buttons to adjust the level as desired. If you would  
like to set your levels using the AVR 160’s internal test tone, adjust the TEST  
TONE SEQ and TEST TONE lines as follows.  
NOTE: Adjusting the A/V Sync Delay using the Delay Button on the remote  
is recommended, so as to view the picture while adjusting the audio delay.  
With the program playing, press the Delay Button, and the A/V SYNC  
DELAY message will appear on the front panel and in the semi-OSD display.  
Test Tone SEQ: When this setting reads AUTO, the test tone will  
automatically circulate to all channels, pausing for a few moments at each  
channel for several seconds, as indicated by the blinking cursor. Adjust the  
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Press the OK Button to display the current delay setting, and use the  
Buttons to adjust the setting until the picture and sound are back in sync.  
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level for any channel when the test tone is paused there by using the  
KL  
Buttons. You may also use the  
to another line, and the test tone will follow the cursor.  
Buttons at any time to move the cursor  
Step four – Setting channel output Levels  
manually  
When this setting reads MANUAL, the test tone will not move to the next  
KL  
channel until you use the  
Buttons.  
For a conventional 2-channel receiver, the balance control affects the stereo  
imaging by adjusting the relative loudness of the left and right channels.  
Test Tone: This line determines whether the test tone is active. To begin the  
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process of setting the levels, use the  
Buttons to change the setting to  
With up to seven main channels, plus a subwoofer, imaging becomes both  
more critical and more complex. The goal is to ensure that each channel is  
heard at the listening position with equal loudness.  
ON. Any time you manually move the cursor out of the channel listings area  
of the screen, this setting will automatically change to OFF, stopping the test  
tone.  
EzSet/EQ calibration can handle this critical task for you, simply and  
automatically. However, the AVR’s Level Adjust menu allows you to calibrate  
the levels manually, either using the system’s test tone or while playing  
source material.  
Individual Channels: If you are using an external source to set your  
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output levels, navigate to each channel and use the  
Buttons to adjust  
the level, between –10dB and +10dB. The level settings are global for all  
sources and surround modes.  
1. Make sure all speakers have been placed and connected correctly.  
When you have finished adjusting the speaker levels, select the BACK TO  
MANUAL SETUP option or press the OSD Button. Record the level settings in  
Table A6 in the appendix.  
2. Adjust the number of speakers, crossover, distance and sub mode for each  
speaker in your system, as described in Step Three.  
3. Measure the channel levels in one of these ways, and adjust the channel  
levels using the Level Adjust menu:  
auDIo SettInGS  
To adjust other audio settings, such as the tone controls, press the OSD Button  
to display the Master menu. With the cursor pointing to INPUT SETUP, press  
the OK Button to display the Input Setup menu, where the source, its title, its  
component video and audio inputs, and Auto Polling status may be adjusted,  
as described in the Initial Setup section. However, this section will focus on  
the four audio settings:  
a) Preferably, use a handheld SPL meter set to the C-Weighting, Slow  
scale. Adjust each channel so that the meter reads 75dB.  
b) By ear. Adjust the levels so that all channels sound equally loud.  
c) If you are using a handheld SPL meter with source material, such as  
a test disc or an audio selection, play it and adjust the AVR’s master  
volume control until the meter measures 75dB.  
BXR: Enhances bass performance when playing MP3 tracks. Select On, or  
leave at the default Off setting for non-MP3 audio.  
Press the OSD Button to display the Master menu, and then navigate to the  
MANUAL SETUP line. Press the OK Button to display the Manual Setup menu.  
Select the LEVEL ADJUST line and press the OK Button to display the Level  
Adjust menu. See Figure 30.  
Tone: Determines whether the treble and bass controls are active. When  
it’s OUT, the tone controls are “flat, with no changes. When it’s IN, the bass  
and treble frequencies are boosted or cut, depending upon the tone-control  
settings. When an analog audio source is in use and the 2-Channel Stereo  
surround mode is selected, setting the Tone Control to “OUT” places the unit in  
analog bypass mode.  
Treble and Bass: Boost or cut the high or low frequencies by up to 10dB,  
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2dB at a time, by using the  
Buttons. The default setting is 0dB.  
When you have finished, press the OSD Button.  
Figure 30 – Level Adjust Menu  
All of the speaker channels will appear with their current level settings.  
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You may reassign the transport control punch-through programming for the  
AVR, VID2 and VID3 devices to other devices, such as CD. If you wish to remove  
transport control punch-through altogether for the AVR, VID2 or VID3 device,  
follow the same procedure as for programming punch-through, but in Step  
3 press either of the other two of these three special selector buttons. For  
example, to remove punch-through transport control from the VID3 device so  
that pressing any of the transport controls will have no effect, press and hold  
the VID3 Button until the Program Indicator LED flashes in amber, then press  
the Play Button, followed by either the AVR or VID2 Button.  
aDVanceD remote controL  
functIonS  
The remote control not only operates the AVR 160, but it also serves as a  
universal remote that may be programmed to operate many of your other  
home theater components, as described in the Installation section.  
Each time you select one of your other components, the AVR remote switches  
to the control functions for that component. Since many buttons have unique  
functions for each component, refer to the Function List in Table A10 of the  
Appendix for assistance in operating your other components. Each button’s  
function will not necessarily correspond to its label.  
macros  
Macros are used to program sequences of up to 19 commands that are  
executed with a single button press. Macros are well suited for power on and  
off commands, or to send out a favorite multidigit channel number with one  
button press, or to have the ability to send out a code sequence to control a  
device while the remote is operating another device, but with more flexibility  
than the built-in punch-through controls.  
punch-through programming  
The AVR 160 remote’s punch-through feature allows you to select one  
component for the remote to operate, while simultaneously setting certain  
groups of controls to operate another component. For example, while using  
the AVR to control surround modes and other audio functions, you may  
operate the transport controls of your DVD player. Or while using the remote  
to control video functions on your TV, you may use your cable box to change  
channels and the AVR to control the volume.  
Some commands may not be programmed into macros: Mute, Dim, or  
Channel Up/Down.  
To program punch-through control while operating any device:  
NOTE: Use caution when programming complicated macros. It isn’t  
possible to program a pause or delay before sending commands after  
Power On, and the component may not be ready to respond to commands  
instantaneously after powering on.  
1. Press and hold the Input Selector (or AVR selector) for the main device the  
remote will be operating until the Program LED flashes and the remote  
enters Program mode.  
2. Select the type of punch-through programming.  
a) Volume Control: Press the Volume Up Button.  
b) Channel Control: Press the Volume Down Button.  
c) Transport Control: Press the Play Button.  
To program, or “record, a macro, follow the steps below.  
1. Simultaneously press one of the four Macro Buttons, or the Power On  
Button, and the Mute Button to enter program mode.  
2. Press the Input (or AVR) Selector for each device before you enter  
commands to be transmitted to that device. This step counts as one of the  
19 commands allowed for each macro.  
3. Press the Input Selector (or AVR Selector) for the device whose volume,  
channel or transport controls you would like to be active while operating  
the device you selected in the first step. The LED will flash green to  
confirm the programming. For example, if you wish to watch your TV  
(programmed into the Video 3 Button) while changing channels using  
your cable box (Video 2), first press and hold the Video 3 Button until the  
LED flashes. Then press the Volume Down Button, followed by the Video 2  
Button.  
3. For the Power On command, DO NOT press the Power On Button. Press the  
Mute Button instead.  
4. Press the Power Off Button to program the Power Off command.  
5. Press the Sleep Button to end the programming process.  
To execute the macro, press the Macro Button, or the Power On Button,  
selected in the first step of programming the macro.  
To undo punch-through programming, follow the same steps as above, but  
press the same Input (or AVR) Selector in Steps 1 and 3.  
It isn’t possible to “edit” a command within a macro. However, you may erase  
the macro as follows:  
1. Simultaneously press and hold the Mute Button and the Macro Button  
containing the macro until the LED flashes.  
2. Press the Channel Down Button to erase the macro.  
resetting the remote  
To reset the remote to its factory defaults, simultaneously press and hold any  
Input Selector and the “0” Numeric Key. When the Program LED flashes in  
amber, enter the code “333. When the green LED goes out, the remote will  
have been fully reset.  
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appendix – Default settings  
Table A1 – Recommended Source Component Connections  
Device Type  
AVR 160 Source  
Audio Connections  
Video Connections  
VCR, DVR, PVR, TiVo or other audio/ Video 1  
video recorder  
Video 1 Analog (inputs and outputs)  
and  
One of Component Video 2 or Video 1  
Composite Video Input  
Any one available coaxial or optical  
digital audio input with corresponding  
coax digital output  
For recording, use Video 1 or Composite  
Video Output, and do not use  
component video connections at all  
Cable TV, satellite TV, HDTV or other Video 2  
device that delivers television  
programs  
Video 2 Analog Inputs and  
Optical 1 Input (if not in use with HDMI  
3)  
One of Component Video 2, or Video 2  
Composite Video Input  
TV, game console, camera or other  
audio/video device  
Video 3 (front-panel jacks) Video 3 Analog Inputs and  
One of Component Video 2, or Video 3  
Composite Video Input  
Either Coax 3 or Optical 3 Input  
DVD Analog Inputs  
DVD Audio/Video, SACD  
DVD  
One of Component Video 1, or DVD  
Composite Video Input  
6-Channel Inputs (optional) and  
Coax 1 Input  
HDMI-capable disc player or other  
audio/video device  
HDMI-capable disc player or other  
audio/video device  
HDMI-capable disc player or other  
audio/video device  
Any audio device used with cable  
having 1/8" (3,5 mm) stereo audio  
mini plug  
HDMI 1  
HDMI 2  
HDMI 3  
AUX  
HDMI 1 Input  
HDMI 1 Input  
HDMI 2 Input  
HDMI 3 Input  
Not required  
HDMI 2 Input  
HDMI 3 Input  
AUX mini-jack input on rear panel  
CD player  
CD  
CD analog inputs and  
Any one available coaxial or optical  
digital audio input  
Not required  
CD-R, miniDisc, cassette  
Tape  
Tape Analog (inputs and outputs) and Not required  
Any one available coaxial or optical  
digital audio input  
Use corresponding coax digital output  
Note: The AVR 160 is equipped with a total of six digital audio inputs, four on the rear panel (Coaxial 1 and 2, Optical 1 and 2) and two on the front panel (Coaxial 3 and Optical 3), which  
may be assigned to any of the nine source inputs (DVD, Video 1 through 3, HDMI 1 through 3, CD and Tape). Certain digital audio connections are recommended simply because those digital  
audio inputs are assigned to those sources by default at the factory. But any digital audio input may be reassigned to any source. Since you may not be using all nine source inputs, you  
may reassign a digital audio input that is recommended for a source you aren’t using to another device. Table A1 is a guideline; you may need to make adjustments to fit your system.  
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Table A2 – Source Setting Defaults  
6-/8-  
Channel  
Source  
DVD  
HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 AUX  
CD  
Tape  
Tuner  
Title  
INT.  
TUNER  
COMP V 2 COMP V 2 COMP V 2 COMP V 1 COMP V 1 COMP V 1 COMP V 1 COMP V 1  
Component COMP V 1  
Video Input  
Audio Input COAX 1 HDMI  
Auto Poll  
Surround  
Mode  
HDMI  
OFF  
HDMI  
OFF  
ANALOG OPTICAL 1 ANALOG  
OFF ON OFF  
ANALOG ANALOG  
OFF OFF  
ON  
OFF  
OFF  
LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7 LOGIC 7  
MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE MOVIE  
Table A3 – Speaker/Channel Setting Defaults  
Source  
All Sources, Except 6-/8-Channel 6-/8-Channel  
Left/Right Speaker  
Center Speaker  
ON  
LARGE  
LARGE  
LARGE  
LARGE  
SUB  
ON  
Surround Speaker  
Surround Back Speaker  
Subwoofer  
ON  
ON  
ON  
Left/Right Speaker Crossover  
Center Speaker Crossover  
Surround Speaker Crossover  
Surround Back Speaker Crossover  
LFE  
100Hz  
100Hz  
100Hz  
100Hz  
PRESENT  
SUB  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
Sub Mode  
SUB  
Table A4 – Delay Setting Defaults  
Distance From Speaker to  
Speaker Position  
Front Left  
Listening Position  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
10 feet (3,0 m)  
0mS  
Your Delay Settings  
Center  
Front Right  
Surround Right  
Surround Left  
Surround Back Right  
Surround Back Left  
Subwoofer  
A/V Sync Delay  
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Table A5 – Source Input Settings  
6-/8-  
Channel  
Source  
DVD  
HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 AUX  
CD  
Tape  
Tuner  
Title  
INT.  
TUNER  
Video Input  
Component  
Video Input  
Digital  
Audio Input  
Analog  
N/A  
AUX  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
TUNER  
N/A  
6-/8-CH  
N/A  
Audio Input  
Auto Poll  
Table A6 – Speaker/Channel Settings  
6-/8-  
Channel†  
Source  
DVD  
HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 AUX  
CD  
Tape  
Tuner  
Left/Right Speaker  
Center Speaker  
Surround Speaker  
Surround Back  
Speaker  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
Subwoofer  
Left/Right Speaker  
Crossover  
N/A  
N/A  
Center Speaker  
Crossover  
Surround Speaker  
Crossover  
Surround Back  
Speaker Crossover  
LFE  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
N/A  
Sub  
Sub Mode  
Left Channel Level  
Right Channel  
Level  
Center Channel  
Level  
Surround Left  
Channel Level  
Surround Right  
Channel Level  
Surround Back Left  
Channel Level  
Surround Back  
Right Channel  
Level  
Subwoofer  
Channel Level  
The 6-channel inputs are “direct” inputs, meaning their signals are passed directly to the volume control without any bass management  
processing. Thus, the speaker sizes are always full-range, and it isn’t possible to adjust speaker size crossover.  
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Table A7 – Remote Control Codes  
Source Input  
Video 1  
Video 2  
Video 3  
HDMI 1  
HDMI 2  
HDMI 3  
DVD  
Product Type (circle one)  
Remote Control Code  
VCR, PVR, DMC  
Cable, Satellite  
TV  
DVD, Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc  
DVD, VCR/PVR/DMC, Cable/Satellite  
DVD, VCR/PVR/DMC, Cable/Satellite  
DVD, Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc  
CD, CD-R  
CD  
Tape  
Cassette  
Table A8 – System Settings  
Feature  
Default Setting  
Off  
Your Setting  
VFD Fade Time-Out  
Volume Default  
Default Vol Set  
Off  
–25dB  
HDMI Audio to TV  
Semi-OSD Time-Out  
Full-OSD Time-Out  
Off  
5 Seconds  
20 Seconds  
Table A9 – Surround Modes  
Surround Mode  
Description  
Incoming Bitstream or Signal  
Dolby Digital  
Provides up to five separate main audio channels and a dedicated low-  
frequency effects (LFE) channel.  
Dolby Digital 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0  
or .1, 2/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
Dolby Digital EX (played as 5.1)  
Dolby Digital Plus decoded and delivered via  
coax or optical connection  
Dolby Digital EX  
An expansion of Dolby Digital 5.1 that adds a surround back channel which Dolby Digital EX  
may be played through one or two surround back speakers. May be manually  
selected when a non-EX Dolby Digital stream is detected.  
Dolby Digital 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
Dolby Digital Plus  
An enhanced version of Dolby Digital encoded more efficiently, Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus via HDMI connection  
Plus has the capacity for additional discrete channels and for streaming audio (source device decodes to Dolby Digital  
from the Internet, all with enhanced audio quality. Source material may be  
delivered via an HDMI connection, or decoded to Dolby Digital or PCM and  
transmitted via S/P-DIF coaxial or optical digital audio.  
when a coax or optical connection is used)  
Dolby TrueHD  
Dolby TrueHD is an expansion of MLP Lossless™ audio, the same format used Blu-ray Disc or HD-DVD encoded with Dolby  
on DVD Audio discs. Dolby TrueHD adds the features found in Dolby Digital,  
such as night mode settings, while delivering fully lossless audio that is a true  
reproduction of the studio master recording.  
TrueHD, delivered via HDMI  
Dolby Digital Stereo  
Delivers a 2-channel downmix of Dolby Digital materials.  
Dolby Digital 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0  
or .1, 2/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
Dolby Digital EX  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Mode Group  
Analog decoder that derives five full-range, discrete main audio channels  
from matrix surround-encoded or 2-channel analog sources. Four variants are  
available.  
See below  
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Surround Mode  
Description  
Incoming Bitstream or Signal  
Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1  
Analog (2-channel)  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Movie  
Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that is optimized for movie and television  
programs.  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1  
Analog (2-channel)  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Music  
Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that is optimized for music selections. Allows  
adjustment of sound field presentation in three dimensions:  
Tuner  
Center Width (adjusts width of vocal soundstage)  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Dimension (adjusts depth of soundstage)  
Panorama (adjusts wraparound surround effect)  
Dolby Pro Logic II  
Game  
Variant of Dolby Pro Logic II that emphasizes use of the surround channels  
and subwoofer for total immersion in the video gaming experience.  
Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Dolby Digital 2.0 or 2.1  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
Dolby Pro Logic  
Original version of Dolby Pro Logic that steered a mono signal containing  
information below 7kHz to the surround channels.  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx  
Mode Group  
An expansion of Dolby Pro Logic II that adds a surround back channel which See below  
may be played through one or two surround back speakers. The Dolby Pro  
Logic IIx modes may be selected not only with Dolby Digital bitstreams, but  
thanks to the AVR 160’s post-processor, they may also be used with some DTS  
bitstreams to add a surround back channel to 5.1 modes.  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx  
Movie  
This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, with an added surround back Dolby Digital 2/0/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0  
channel.  
or .1, EX  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Dolby Digital 2/0/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0  
or .1, EX  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx  
Music  
This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Music, including the availability  
of center width, dimension and panorama adjustments. Dolby Pro Logic IIx  
Music adds a surround back channel.  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)a  
Dolby Pro Logic IIx  
Game  
This mode is similar to Dolby Pro Logic II Game, with the added benefit of a Dolby Digital 2/0/.0 or .1  
surround back channel.  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)  
Dolby Digital  
Analog (2-channel)  
Harman Virtual Speaker  
DTS Digital  
Simulates 5.1 channels when only two speakers are present, or a more  
enveloping sound field is desired.  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)  
DTS 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0 or .1,  
3/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
DTS-ES Matrix (played as 5.1)  
DTS-ES Discrete (played as 5.1)  
Blu-ray Disc or HD-DVD discs encoded with  
DTS-HD modes, delivered via HDMI  
Using a different encoding/decoding method than Dolby Digital, it also  
provides up to five discrete main channels, plus an LFE channel.  
DTS-HD  
DTS-HD is a new high-definition audio format that complements the high-  
definition video found on Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD discs. It is transmitted  
using a DTS core with high-resolution extensions. Even when only DTS 5.1  
surround sound is desired (or available, if the multizone system is in use), the  
higher capacity of high-resolution discs serves up DTS at twice the bit rate  
used on DVD-Video discs.  
DTS-HD Master Audio  
DTS-ES Matrix  
DTS-HD Master Audio technology delivers bit-for-bit reproductions of the  
studio master recording in up to 7.1 channels, for an incredibly accurate  
performance.  
DTS Extended Surround adds a single surround back channel to DTS 5.1 digital DTS-ES Matrix  
surround sound. The Matrix version includes the surround back channel  
information “matrixed” into the left and right (side) surround channels, for  
compatibility with 5.1-channel systems.  
Blu-ray Disc or HD-DVD discs encoded with  
DTS-HD Master Audio technology, delivered  
via HDMI  
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Surround Mode  
Description  
Incoming Bitstream or Signal  
DTS-ES Discrete  
DTS-ES Discrete  
DTS-ES Discrete is another Extended Surround mode that adds a surround  
back channel, but this information is encoded discretely on the disc, and is  
not derived from information contained in the surround channels.  
DTS Stereo  
Delivers a 2-channel downmix of DTS Digital materials, or presents a matrix- DTS 1/0/.0 or .1, 2/0/.0 or .1, 3/0/.0 or .1,  
encoded surround presentation.  
3/1/.0 or .1, 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
DTS 96/24  
DTS-ES Matrix  
DTS-ES Discrete  
DTS Neo:6  
Mode Group  
DTS Neo:6  
Cinema  
DTS Neo:6 analog processing is available with DTS and DTS 96/24 signals and See below  
2-channel analog or PCM signals to create a 3-, 5- or 6-channel presentation.  
Depending on the number of speakers in your system, select 3-, 5- or  
6-channel modes, enhanced for movie or video presentations.  
DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
DTS 96/24  
Analog (2-channel)  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)  
DTS 2/2/.0 or .1, 3/2/.0 or .1  
DTS 96/24  
DTS Neo:6  
Music  
Available only in 5- and 6-channel modes, creates a surround presentation  
suitable for music recordings.  
Analog (2-channel)  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz)  
Logic 7  
Mode Group  
A Harman International proprietary technology, Logic 7 technology enhances See below  
2-channel and matrix-encoded recordings by deriving separate information  
for the surround back channels. This provides more accurate placement of  
sound, improves panning and expands the sound field, even when used  
with 5.1-channel systems. Logic 7 technology uses 96kHz processing, and is  
available in 5.1- or 7.1-channel modes. Three variants are available.  
Logic 7  
Movie  
Especially suited to 2-channel sources containing Dolby Surround or matrix Analog (2-channel)  
encoding, Logic 7 Movie mode increases center channel intelligibility.  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
Logic 7  
Music  
The AVR 160 is programmed at the factory to default to this mode for  
2-channel signals. Logic 7 Music mode is well suited to conventional  
2-channel music recordings.  
Logic 7  
Game  
Use Logic 7 Game mode to enhance enjoyment of video game consoles.  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
5-Channel Stereo  
7-Channel Stereo  
2-Channel Stereo  
Useful for parties, the left- and right-channel information is played through Analog (2-channel)  
both the front and surround speakers on each side, while the center speaker  
plays a summed mono mix.  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz, 96kHz,  
192kHz)  
Expands the 5-Channel Stereo presentation to include the surround back  
channels.  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz or 48kHz, 96kHz,  
192kHz)  
Turns off all surround processing and plays a pure 2-channel signal or  
a downmix of a multichannel signal. The signal is digitized and bass  
management settings are applied, making it appropriate when a subwoofer  
is used.  
Analog (2-channel; DSP downmix available  
for multichannel)  
Tuner  
PCM (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz)  
Analog (2-channel)  
Tuner  
2-Channel Stereo  
(Analog Bypass)  
Maintains an analog input signal in that form, bypassing all digital  
processing (i.e., surround and bass management). Requires Tone Control  
setting to be off.  
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APPENDIX  
Table A10 – Remote Control Function List  
AVR  
CD  
No.  
Button Name  
AVR(001)  
Power On  
CD(001)  
Power On  
CD(002) CDR  
CD(003)  
Power On  
2
3
1
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
07  
08  
09  
Power On  
Power Off  
Mute  
Power On  
Power Off  
Mute(AVR)  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
Mute  
Power Off  
Mute(AVR)  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
Mute(AVR)  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
4
8
6
10  
14  
7
5
9
AVR  
DVD  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
VID1  
11  
15  
VID1(VCR)  
HDMI1  
AM/FM  
CD  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
12  
13  
10 VID2(CBL/SAT) VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
17  
21  
18  
22  
19  
23  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
HDMI2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
16  
20  
VID3(TV)  
HDMI3  
Sleep/ PR+  
Test Tone  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
PR-  
VID3  
HDMI3  
Sleep  
VID3  
HDMI3  
VID3  
HDMI3  
VID3  
HDMI3  
25  
Test Tone  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
24  
6/8 CH  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
6/8 CH  
26  
28  
30  
CDR Select  
Program  
OSD  
OSD  
27  
29  
Input Select  
Vol Down  
Continuous Play  
Intro Scan  
Source  
Info  
T/V  
Vol Down  
Vol Down  
Channel  
CH. /  
25 Speaker / Menu Speaker  
K
Intro Scan  
31  
32  
26 Level+/Up  
Level+/Up  
Left  
M
Left  
OK  
27  
28  
29  
OK  
Right  
N
33  
34 35  
36  
Right  
30 Level-/Down  
31  
32 Delay / Prev. CH Delay  
L
Level-/Down  
Digital  
39  
38  
37  
41  
40  
44  
48  
Digital /  
Open/Close  
1
Open/Close  
1
Open/Close  
1
42 43  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
45 46 47  
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
5
49 50 51 52  
6
6
6
6
6
53  
7
7
7
7
7
54 55 56  
8
TUN-M /  
9
8
TUN-M  
8
Repeat  
8
Repeat  
8
Repeat  
9
9
9
9
57  
0
0
Memory  
0
Time  
0
Time  
0
Time  
Folder +  
Random  
Clear  
(10+)  
Memory /  
45 Tuning Up / RD Tuning Up  
Track Direct  
Random Play  
Clear  
59  
61 62  
64  
60  
63  
66  
58  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
Direct / GR  
Clear / YL  
Direct  
Clear  
Random Play  
(+10)  
Preset Up / BL Preset Up  
65  
Tuning Down  
Tone  
RDS  
Tuning Down  
Tone Mode  
RDS  
Track Increment Folder –  
Program  
Disc Skip  
Preset Down  
M1  
M2  
Preset Down  
M1  
M2  
(10–)  
M3  
M4  
M3  
M4  
Night  
Night  
Skip Down(DVD) Skip Down  
CDP Select  
Skip Down  
Skip Up  
Skip Down  
Skip Up  
DIM  
Previous  
Next  
Display  
Skip Up(DVD)  
Dimmer  
Skip Up  
Rew(  
Play(  
G
)
Rew(DVD)  
Play(DVD)  
FF(DVD)  
R. Search  
Play  
F. Search  
R. Search  
Play  
Search –  
Play/Pause  
Search +  
N
)
Figure 31 – Remote Control Function List Reference  
FF(  
Record (  
H
2
)
F. Search  
Record  
Stop  
)
Repeat(DVD)  
Stop(DVD)  
Pause(DVD)  
Refer to the numbered buttons in this image  
when using the Function List.  
Stop (  
Pause (  
0
1
)
Stop  
Pause  
Stop  
Play/Pause  
)
Pause  
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Table A10 – Remote Control Function List continued  
DVD  
AUX  
HDMI 1/2/3  
VID1  
DMC 250/1000  
Power On  
VID2  
VID3  
Bluray(001)  
Power On  
DVD(002)  
DVD(003)  
Power On  
AUX(001)  
HDMI1/2/3  
VCR  
CBL  
Power On  
SAT  
Power On  
TV  
Power On  
Power On  
Power On  
Power Off  
MUTE  
Power On  
Power Off  
Mute(AVR)  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
Mute(AVR)  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
Mute(AVR)  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
MUTE  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
Power Off  
MUTE  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
MUTE  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
Power Off  
MUTE  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
VID1  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
VID1  
AVR Power On  
DVD  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
VID1  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
HDMI 1  
AM/FM  
CD  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
VID2  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
HDMI 2  
AUX  
TAPE  
VID3  
HDMI3  
VID3  
HDMI3  
VID3  
HDMI3  
Audio  
VID3  
HDMI3  
VID3  
HDMI3  
PR+  
VID3  
HDMI3  
PR+  
VID3  
VID3  
HDMI3  
PR+  
VID3  
HDMI3  
PR+  
VID3  
HDMI3  
PR+  
HDMI3  
Audio  
Find  
6/8 CH  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
6/8 CH  
6/8 CH  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
PR-  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
PR-  
6/8 CH  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
PR-  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
PR-  
6/8 CH  
Vol Up  
PR-  
Vol Up(AVR)  
Disc Menu  
Subtitle  
Disc Menu  
SUB On/Off  
V.OFF  
Title  
HD Mode  
V.OFF  
Title  
Info  
OSD  
OSD  
TV/VCR  
Vol Down  
OSD  
OSD  
OSD  
TV/VCR  
Vol Down  
Setup  
TV/VCR  
Vol Down  
Guide  
Menu  
Up  
Video Mode  
TV/CBL  
Vol Down  
INFO  
TV/SAT  
Vol Down  
INFO  
Vol Down(AVR)  
Status  
Popup/Title Menu Menu  
Vol Down  
Title  
Disc Menu  
Setup  
Disc Menu  
Setup  
Menu  
Up  
Menu  
Up  
Menu  
Up  
Menu  
Up  
Up  
Left  
Up  
Left  
Up  
Left  
Up  
Left  
Left  
Left  
Left  
Left  
Left  
OK  
Right  
Enter  
Right  
Enter  
Right  
Set/Enter  
Right  
Down  
Enter  
Right  
Down  
Enter  
Right  
Enter  
Right  
Down  
Enter  
Right  
Down  
Enter  
Right  
Down  
Down  
Open/Close  
Down  
Open/Close  
Down  
Open/Close  
Down  
Open/Close  
Return  
1
Return  
1
Status  
1
Prev. CH  
-/--  
1
Status  
1
Prev. CH  
Prev. CH  
1
Prev. CH  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2
2
2
2
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
6
6
7
7
7
7
7
7
8
8
8
Zoom  
8
Slow Down  
8
8
Clear  
9
Chapter  
9
Zoom  
9
East  
9
9
9
0
9
9
0
9
0
0
0
0
Playlist  
0
0
0
Audio  
A/Red  
B/Green  
C/Yellow  
D/Blue  
PIP  
Audio  
Next. CHAP  
Angle  
Clear  
Slow Up  
Cancel  
Source  
Return  
Angle  
Clear  
West  
Cancel  
FAV  
Next  
Alt  
PPV  
FAV  
Red  
Angle  
Clear  
Angle/Fav  
Green  
Yellow  
Blue  
Clear  
Bypass  
Music  
Slow Up  
Prev. CHAP  
Sleep  
PIP Audio  
Angle  
A-B  
V-Off  
Play Mode  
A-B  
Disc Skip  
Slow Down  
Disc Skip  
Find  
Subtitle On/Off Subtitle  
Subtitle  
Previous  
Next/Step  
Dimmer  
Prev Step  
Next Step  
Prev Step  
Next Step  
Dimmer  
REW  
Scan Down  
Scan Up  
Prev/step  
Next/step  
Dimmer  
Skip Down(DVD)  
Skip Up(DVD)  
Skip Down(DVD)  
Skip Up(DVD)  
Skip Down(DVD)  
Skip Up(DVD)  
Search  
Play  
G
REW  
Play  
FF  
REW  
Play  
FF  
REW  
Play  
FF  
Search/slow(rew)  
Play  
REW(DVD)  
Play(DVD)  
FF(DVD)  
REW(DVD)  
Play(DVD)  
FF(DVD)  
REW(DVD)  
Play(DVD)  
FF(DVD)  
Play  
FF  
Search  
Repeat  
Stop  
H
Search/slow(ff)  
Record  
Stop  
REC  
REC  
Repeat(DVD)  
Stop(DVD)  
Pause(DVD)  
Repeat(DVD)  
Stop(DVD)  
Pause(DVD)  
Repeat(DVD)  
Stop(DVD)  
Pause(DVD)  
Stop  
Pause  
Stop  
Pause  
Stop  
Pause  
Stop  
Pause  
Pause  
Pause  
Note: When any of the transport controls are pressed while the remote is in AVR, Video 2 or Video 3 mode, the remote will automatically switch to DVD mode and the command will be applied to the DVD player. If you then  
press a button native to the original mode, e.g., Volume Down for the AVR, the remote will revert to the original mode. See Punch-Through Programming, described in the Advanced Functions section, for more information.  
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SETUP CODE TABLES  
WARDS  
069 128 132 148  
017 018 023  
123 128  
Refer to Tables A11 through A17 when programming the codes for your  
components into the remote.  
WESTINGHOUSE  
YAMAHA  
YORK  
128  
ZENITH  
069 090  
Table A11 – Remote Control Product Codes: TV  
Manufacturer/Brand  
ADMIRAL  
ANAM  
Setup Code Number  
Table A12 – Remote Control Product Codes: VCR  
Manufacturer/Brand  
AIWA  
192  
Setup Code Number  
040  
048 108 109 126  
016  
018 048  
110 147  
135 140  
094  
134  
045 116  
017 094 104  
094  
018 048  
040  
013 040 042 110 112  
017  
045 106 109 112 122  
AOC  
037 122 123 128  
AKAI  
AUDIOVOX  
BLAUPUNKT  
BROKSONIC  
CITIZEN  
012  
084  
APPLE TV  
AUDIO DYNAMICS  
BROKSONIC  
CANON  
CAPEHART  
CITIZEN  
205 206  
045 123 128 132  
CONTEC  
045  
CRAIG  
045 157 158 159  
CROWN  
045 132  
CRAIG  
CURTIS MATHES  
DAEWOO  
DAYTRON  
DYNATECH  
DYNEX  
123 128 132  
DAEWOO  
DAYTRON  
DBX  
DYNATECH  
EMERSON  
FISHER  
FUNAI  
GE  
HARMAN KARDON  
HITACHI  
JC PENNEY  
JENSEN  
045 087 102 105 106 108 111 114 116 119 127 128 132  
128 132  
063  
014  
ELECTROHOME  
EMERSON  
funai  
115 132  
045 123 128 132 139 157 158 159 162 205  
045  
040  
076 095 124  
002 003 018 049  
040 048  
018 045  
FUJITSU  
FUTURETECH  
GE  
041 042  
045  
029 087 121 123 128 133 145 159 163  
GRUNDIG  
HALL MARK  
HARMAN KARDON  
HITACHI  
HYTEK  
193  
128  
201  
048  
JVC  
018 048 111 132  
020 048  
018 107  
040  
020 040  
040  
018  
017 020 040 052 053 054 076 142  
049  
049 131  
040  
139  
140  
018 048  
048  
KENWOOD  
LG/GOLDSTAR  
LLOYD  
123 128 132 144 147  
016  
INKEL  
120  
LXI  
JC PENNEY  
JENSEN  
115 123 128 132 145  
019  
MAGNAVOX  
MARANTZ  
MEMOREX  
MGA  
MITSUBISHI  
MULTITECH  
NAD  
NATIONAL  
NEC  
NORDMENDE  
OPTIMUS  
ORION  
PANASONIC  
PHILCO  
PHILIPS  
PORTLAND  
PULSAR  
QUASAR  
RADIO SHACK  
RCA  
REALISTIC  
SAMSUNG  
SANSUI  
SANYO  
SCOTT  
SEARS  
SHARP  
SONY  
SOUNDESIGN  
SYLVANIA  
SYMPHONIC  
TANDY  
JVC  
079 087 134  
KEC  
045  
KLH  
006  
KTV  
045 123 132 162  
LG/GOLDSTAR  
LLOYTRON  
LODGENET  
LXI  
002 013 101 110 122 128 132  
172 173  
069  
077 145 148  
MAGNAVOX  
MARANTZ  
MEMOREX  
METZ  
030 040 123 128 132 145 148  
115 123 148  
069 128  
084  
159  
147  
125 150 167 172  
040  
040 075  
094  
076  
001 125  
055 134 140 142 158 159  
095 124 125 157 172  
017 020 040 045 159  
045 051 095 105 109  
048 116 147  
017 020  
110 112  
017 020  
129 156  
080 129  
040  
040  
040  
017 040  
040 048  
040  
040  
004 005 006 007 008 009 011 012  
013  
112 155  
045  
045  
018  
018 040  
045  
040 045 112  
018 040 048  
040 050 076 083  
MGA  
115 123 128  
MITSUBISHI  
MTC  
077 115 123 128 160 167 168  
175 176  
NATIONAL  
NEC  
148 177 179 180 181 182  
010 115 121 123 125  
OLEVIA  
007  
OPTONICA  
ORION  
077  
207 208 209 210 211  
PANASONIC  
PHILCO  
087 148 169  
045 115 123 128 132 148  
PHILIPS  
033 034 035 036 123 128 132 145 148  
PIONEER  
POLAROID  
PORTLAND  
PROSCAN  
PROTON  
QUASAR  
RADIO SHACK  
RCA  
024 123 128  
003 004 005 006 043  
128 132  
133  
008 059 122 128 132 165  
032 087  
045 128 132 180 196 197  
021 115 123 128 133 145 161 163  
TEAC  
REALISTIC  
RUNCO  
045 167 196  
044 046 152 153  
TEKNIKA  
THOMAS  
TiVo  
SAMPO  
059 123 128  
SAMSUNG  
SANYO  
020 022 124 128 132 145  
026 054  
TMK  
TOSHIBA  
TOTEVISION  
UNITECH  
VECTOR RESEARCH  
VIDEO CONCEPTS  
VIDEOSONIC  
WARDS  
SCOTT  
045 128 132  
SEARS  
128 132 145  
SHARP  
077 128 132  
SIEMENS  
SIGNATURE  
SONY  
084  
069  
028 031 117 130 136 194 212  
SOUNDESIGN  
SYLVANIA  
SYMPHONIC  
TANDY  
045 128  
025 123 128 145 148  
184  
077  
YAMAHA  
ZENITH  
Table A13 – Remote Control Product Codes: CD  
Manufacturer/Brand  
ADCOM  
AIWA  
AKAI  
AUDIO TECHNICA  
AUDIOACCESS  
AUDIOFILE  
BSR  
TATUNG  
063  
TECHNICS  
TECHWOOD  
TEKNIKA  
TELERENT  
TERA  
181  
128  
Setup Code Number  
063 069  
072 111 118 156 170  
050 177 184  
053  
125  
211  
044  
045 069 115 123 128 132  
069  
156  
THOMSON  
TIVO  
190 191  
051 052 and See Table A12  
TMK  
128  
TOSHIBA  
TOTEVISION  
VIDEO CONCEPTS  
VIDTECH  
VIEWSONIC  
VIZIO  
063 129 202  
132  
160  
128  
011 038 039 047  
001 002  
CALIFORNIA AUDIO  
CAPETRONIC  
CARRERA  
CARVER  
CASIO  
109  
070  
087  
136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186  
117 166  
166  
CLARINETTE  
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SETUP CODE TABLES  
DENON  
EMERSON  
FISHER  
187 188 213  
052 093 108  
055 095  
HOUSTON TRACKER  
HUGHES  
JANIEL  
463  
305 306 437 489  
366  
FUNAI  
126  
JERROLD  
454 468 484  
GE  
164  
LEGEND  
453  
HAITAI  
099 214  
MACOM  
317 365 369 370 371  
HARMAN KARDON  
HITACHI  
INKEL  
JC PENNEY  
JENSEN  
001 002 025 054 190  
093  
216  
098 147  
MAGNAVOX  
MEMOREX  
MITSUBISHI  
MOTOROLA  
NEXTWAVE  
NORSAT  
461 473  
453  
307  
312 319  
423  
373  
153  
JVC  
176 195 196  
KENWOOD  
LG/GOLDSTAR  
LOTTE  
LUXMAN  
LXI  
MAGNAVOX  
MARANTZ  
MCINTOSH  
MCS  
030 062 078 079 148 151 176 178 181  
016 087  
108  
077 102  
164  
039 113  
058 084 191 192 193  
194  
OPTIMUS  
PACE  
PANASONIC  
PANSAT  
PERSONAL CABLE  
PHILIPS  
PICO  
PRESIDENT  
RCA  
466  
328 487  
353 366 457 469  
420  
418  
375  
407  
381 404  
080 098  
301 358 439 458 465 490  
MITSUMI  
MODULAIRE  
NAD  
NAKAMICHI  
NEC  
152  
166  
REALISTIC  
SAMSUNG  
SATELLITE SERVICE CO  
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA  
SONY  
349 480  
322 326 442  
335 388  
339 356  
013 074 197 198  
199 200 201  
069  
362 405  
NIKKO  
ONKYO  
OPTIMUS  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
053 055  
STAR CHOICE DBS  
STARCAST  
SUPER GUIDE  
TELECOM  
459  
347  
037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203  
065 089 091 092 099 104 212  
075 109 119 158 183 204  
039 138 149 209  
327 423  
330 333 390 391 393 409  
302 426 460 461 462 470  
TOSHIBA  
PIONEER  
PROTON  
RADIO SHACK  
RCA  
REALISTIC  
SANSUI  
071 094 100 112 123 131 161 162 215  
210  
126 166 213  
024 081 093 150  
058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166  
047 081 134 157 172  
033 082 095  
UNIDEN  
ZENITH  
323 332 348 349 350 351 354 355 381 383 389 403 466 479 480  
359 384 385 387 394 419 488  
Table A16 – Remote Control Product Codes: Tape  
Manufacturer/Brand  
MICROSOFT (XBOX)  
Setup Code Number  
001  
SANYO  
SCOTT  
SHARP  
108  
Table A17 – Remote Control Product Codes: Cable  
058 105 114 151 159 167 180 181  
003 041 058 105 133  
103 115 116 118 132 139 163 205 206 207 208 212 217  
124  
059 110  
177  
011 058 085 086 106 107 110 121 137 146 154  
039  
013 074 097 151 155 173  
087  
120 130  
095  
019 031 053 061 135 169  
166  
Manufacturer/Brand  
ABC  
Setup Code Number  
SHERWOOD  
SONY  
SOUNDSTREAM  
SYMPHONIC  
TAEKWANG  
TEAC  
THETA DIGITAL  
TOSHIBA  
VECTOR RESEARCH  
VICTOR  
001 011  
ALLEGRO  
AMERICAST  
ARCHER  
111  
212  
112  
BELCOR  
113  
CABLE STAR  
CITIZEN  
033 113  
111  
COMCAST  
DIGI LINK  
EAGLE  
007  
114  
186  
WARDS  
YAMAHA  
YORK  
EASTERN  
EMERSON  
GENERAL INSTRUMENT  
GC ELECTRONICS  
GEMINI  
066 070  
112  
001 011 017 096 097 210  
113  
Table A14 – Remote Control Product Codes: DVD  
Manufacturer/Brand  
APEX DIGITAL  
DENON  
032 060  
Setup Code Number  
061  
019 020 051  
004 103  
001 002 003  
006  
005 010 055 064 066  
056  
059  
023  
062  
009 048  
008 024 030 044  
016 056  
018 027 041 065  
060  
004 103  
004 103  
017 053 054  
028  
011 012 015 043 045  
004 103  
009 058 067  
030 063  
005 055 064  
HAMLIN  
056 099 100 101 117 175 208  
HITACHI  
001 188  
JASCO  
111  
GE  
JERROLD  
LINSAY  
001 002 011 017 073 096 097 162 188 210  
118  
HARMAN KARDON  
JVC  
MACOM  
191  
LG/GOLDSTAR  
MAGNAVOX  
MARANTZ  
MITSUBISHI  
NAD  
ONKYO  
PANASONIC  
PHILIPS  
PIONEER  
PROCEED  
PROSCAN  
RCA  
SAMSUNG  
SHARP  
MAGNAVOX  
MOVIETIME  
NSC  
017 019 068  
035 039  
035 190  
OAK  
197 220  
PACE  
179  
PANASONIC  
PANTHER  
PHILIPS  
053 176 177 189 214  
114  
013 019 020 085 090  
PIONEER  
001 041 119 171 209 215 216  
RADIO SHACK  
RCA  
111 112 213  
053 214  
RECOTON  
REGAL  
116  
056 099 100 101 208  
REMBRANT  
SAMSUNG  
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA  
SEAM  
032  
SONY  
003 072 186  
183 203 221 222  
121  
THOMSON  
TOSHIBA  
YAMAHA  
ZENITH  
SIGNATURE  
SPRUCER  
STARCOM  
STARGATE  
TANDY  
001 188  
053 081 177 189  
002 011 163  
120  
Table A15 – Remote Control Product Codes: SAT  
Manufacturer/Brand  
BIRDVIEW  
CHANNEL MASTER  
CHAPARRAL  
CITOH  
Setup Code Number  
425  
320 321 325 361  
315 316 451  
024  
TELECAPATION  
TEXSCAN  
TFC  
028  
036  
122  
360  
TIVO  
TOCOM  
029 030 and See Table A12  
170 205  
DIRECTV  
309 310 314  
DISH NETWORK  
DRAKE  
DX ANTENNA  
ECHOSTAR  
ELECTRO HOME  
FUJITSU  
364  
UNITED CABLE  
UNIVERSAL  
VIDEOWAY  
VIEWSTAR  
ZENITH  
011  
313 317 318 413 481  
331 352 379 483  
364 395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485  
392  
033 034 039 042 113  
124 211  
019 025 053 086 089 190  
065 125 211 219  
324 329 334  
GENERAL INSTRUMENT  
HITACHI  
303 311 323 365 403 454 468 474  
304 455  
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
SYMPTOM  
CAUSE  
SOLUTION  
Unit does not function when Main No AC Power  
Power Switch is turned on  
Make certain AC power cord is plugged into a live outlet  
Check whether outlet is switch-controlled  
Secure all input and speaker connections  
Press Mute Button  
Display lights, but no sound or  
picture  
Intermittent input connections  
Mute is on  
Volume control is down  
Amplifier is in protection mode due to  
possible short  
Amplifier is in protection mode due to  
internal problems  
Turn up volume control  
Check speaker wires for shorts at receiver and speaker ends  
No sound from any speaker;  
PROTECT message appears on  
front panel  
Contact your local Harman Kardon service center  
No sound from surround or center Incorrect surround mode  
Select a mode other than Stereo  
speakers  
Input is monaural  
Incorrect configuration  
Stereo or Mono program material  
There is no surround information from mono sources  
Check speaker configuration  
The surround decoder may not create center- or rear-channel  
information from nonencoded programs  
Change remote batteries  
Unit does not respond to remote Weak batteries in remote  
commands  
Wrong device selected  
Press the AVR Settings Button  
Remote sensor is obscured  
Make certain front-panel sensor is in line of sight of remote or connect  
an optional remote sensor  
Intermittent buzzing in tuner  
Local interference  
Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent lights,  
motors or other electrical appliances  
Additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your AVR 160, or installation-related issues, may be found in the list  
To reset the AVR 160, place it in Standby mode (press the front-panel  
Standby/On Switch so that the Power Indicator turns amber). Then press the  
front-panel Surr. Mode Button until the RESET message appears.  
proceSSor reSet  
If the unit behaves erratically after a power surge, first turn off the Main  
Power Switch and unplug the AC power cord for at least 3 minutes. Plug the  
cord back in and turn the receiver on. If this doesn’t help, reset the AVR.  
If the receiver does not function correctly after a processor reset, contact an  
authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance. Authorized service  
NOTE: A system reset erases all user configurations, including video  
resolution, speaker and level settings, and tuner presets. After a reset,  
reenter all of these settings from your notes in the appendix worksheets.  
memory  
If the AVR 160 is unplugged or experiences a power outage, it will retain user  
settings for up to two weeks.  
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
Audio Section  
AM Tuner Section  
Stereo Mode, Continuous Average Power (FTC)  
40 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz, @ <0.07% THD,  
both channels driven into 8 ohms  
Frequency Range  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Usable Sensitivity  
Distortion  
520-1710 kHz  
45dB  
Loop 500µV  
1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%  
10kHz, 30dB  
Seven-Channel Surround Modes  
Power per Individual Channel  
Selectivity  
Video Section  
Front L & R channels:  
40 Watts per channel @ <0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms  
Television Format  
PAL/NTSC  
1Vp-p/75 ohms  
1Vp-p/75 ohms  
Input Level/Impedance  
Output Level/Impedance  
Video Frequency Response  
(Composite)  
Video Frequency Response  
(Component Video)  
HDMI™  
Center channel:  
40 Watts @ <0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms  
Surround (L & R Side, L & R Back) channels:  
40 Watts per channel @ <0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms  
10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)  
110 Watts per channel into 6 ohms @1kHz, <1% THD,  
one channel driven.  
10Hz–100MHz (–3dB)  
Version 1.3a with 10-bit Deep Color  
Input Sensitivity/Impedance  
Linear (High-Level)  
General  
200mV/47k ohms  
100dB  
Power Requirement  
Power Consumption  
Stand-by consumption  
Dimensions  
230-240V, 50/60Hz  
540W maximum (7 channels driven)  
<1W  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A)  
Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation  
Pro logic® II  
Dolby® Digital (AC-3)  
DTS®  
40dB  
55dB  
55dB  
(Product)  
(Shipping)  
Width  
Height  
Depth  
440mm  
165mm  
382mm  
555mm  
266mm  
465mm  
Frequency Response  
@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB)  
10Hz –130kHz  
25 Amps  
High Instantaneous  
Current Capability (HCC)  
Weight  
(Product)  
9.1kg  
(Shipping)  
10.9kg  
Transient Intermodulation  
Distortion (TIM)  
Unmeasurable  
40V/µsec  
Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections.  
Height measurement includes feet and chassis.  
Slew Rate  
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.  
FM Tuner Section  
Frequency Range  
Usable Sensitivity  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio  
Distortion  
Stereo Separation  
Selectivity  
87.5–108.0MHz  
IHF 1.3µV/13.2dBf  
Mono/Stereo 70/68dB  
Mono/Stereo 0.2/0.3%  
40dB @ 1kHz  
400kHz, 70dB  
80dB  
90dB  
Image Rejection  
IF Rejection  
Harman Kardon and Logic 7 are trademarks of Harman International Industries,  
Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. EzSet/EQ, Designed  
to Entertain and The Bridge II logo are trademarks of Harman International Industries,  
Incorporated.Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association.  
CEA is a registered trademark of the Consumer Electronics Association.  
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the  
double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. MLP Lossless is a  
trademark of Dolby Laboratories.  
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;  
5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 and other  
U.S. and worldwide patents issued and pending. DTS is a registered trademark and the  
DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©  
1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.  
Faroudja DCDi Cinema is a trademark of Genesis Microchip Inc.  
HD-DVD is a trademark of the DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation (DVD FLLC).  
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.  
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  
SACD is a trademark of Sony Corporation.  
NOTE: You’ll need the product’s serial number. At the same time, you can  
choose to be notified about new products and/or special promotions.  
TiVo is a registered trademark of TiVo Inc.  
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