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AVR 320 Audio/Video ReceiverOWNER’S MANUAL

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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Introduction4 Safety Information4 Unpacking5 Front Panel Controls8 Front Panel Information Display

10 Rear Panel Connections12 Main Remote Control Functions15 Zone II Remote Control Functions16 Installation and Connections18 System Configuration18 Speaker Placement19 System Setup20 Input Setup20 Surround Setup22 Speaker Setup23 Delay Settings24 Output Level Adjustment25 Manual Output Level Adjustment26 Operation26 Surround Mode Chart28 Basic Operation28 Source Selection28 Surround Mode Selection29 Digital Audio Playback31 Tuner Operation32 Tape Recording32 Front Panel Input/Output

Connections32 Output Level Trim Adjustment33 6/8-Channel Direct Input34 Advanced Features34 Display Brightness34 Turn-On Volume Level34 Semi-OSD Settings36 Multiroom Operation37 Programming the Remote37 Direct Code Entry37 Auto Search Method37 Code Readout37 Learning Codes38 Erasing Learned Codes38 Macro Programming39 Programmed Device Functions40 Volume Punch-Through40 Channel Control Punch-Through41 Reassigning Device Control

Selectors42 Function List44 Setup Code Tables54 Troubleshooting Guide54 Processor Reset55 Technical Specifications

AVR 320 Audio/Video Receiver

Typographical ConventionsIn order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panelconnections, certain conventions have been used.

EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front panel button, or rear panel connection jack

EXAMPLE – (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on-screen or on the front panel information display

1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front panel control

¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear panel connection

a – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote

A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front panel display

å – (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the Zone II remote

3 INTRODUCTION

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 320 you are about to begin many years oflistening enjoyment. Designed to provide all theexcitement and detail of movie soundtracks andevery nuance of musical selections, the AVR 320is truly a multichannel receiver for the new mil-lenium.

The AVR 320 has been engineered so that it iseasy to take advantage of all the power of itsdigital technology. On-screen menus, fully colorcoded connection jacks and terminals and ourexclusive EzSet™ remote make installation fastand simple. However, to obtain the maximumenjoyment from your new receiver, we urge youto read this manual. A few minutes spentlearning the functions of the various controlswill enable you to take advantage of all thepower the AVR 320 is able to deliver.

If you have any questions about this product,its installation or its operation, please contactyour retailer or custom installer. They are yourbest local sources of information.

Description and Features

The AVR 320 is among the most versatile andmultifeatured A/V receivers available, incorpo-rating a wide range of listening options. Inaddition to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding fordigital sources, a broad choice of Matrix sur-round-encoded or Stereo surround modes areavailable for use with sources such as CD, VCR,TV broadcasts and the AVR 320’s own FM/AMtuner. Along with Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6,Dolby 3 Stereo, and Hall and Theater modes,the AVR 320 offers Harman International’sexclusive Logic 7 process in both 5.1 and 7.1versions to create a wider, more envelopingfield environment and more defined fly-oversand pans. Another Harman Kardon exclusive isVMAx, which uses proprietary processing tocreate an open, spacious sound field evenwhen only two front speakers are available.Finally, the AVR 320 is among the very few A/Vreceivers that offer decoding of MP3 data, sothat you may listen to the latest music selec-tions directly from compatible computers orplayback devices with the power and fidelityyou expect from Harman Kardon.

In addition to providing a wide range of listen-ing options, the AVR 320 is easy to configure sothat it provides the best results with yourspeakers and specific listening-room environ-ment. On-screen menus make it simple to entersettings for speaker configurations and bass

management, and the EzSet remote measures a system’s sound levels and automatically cali-brates them for perfectly balanced sound fieldpresentation.

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 320 fea-tures connections for six video devices, all withboth composite and S-Video inputs. Two addi-tional audio inputs are available, and a total ofsix digital inputs make the AVR 320 capable ofhandling all the latest digital audio sources.For compatibility with the latest HDTV videosources and progressive scan DVD players, theAVR 320 also features wide-bandwidth, low-crosstalk component video switching.

Coax and optical digital outputs are availablefor direct connection to digital recorders, andthe front panel coaxial digital jacks may beswitched to outputs for use with portablerecorders – a Harman Kardon exclusive. Twovideo recording outputs, preamp-out jacks, anda color-coded eight-channel input make theAVR 320 virtually future-proof, with everythingneeded to accommodate tomorrow’s new formats right on board.

The AVR 320’s flexibility and power extendbeyond your main home theater or listeningroom. The AVR 320 includes a sophisticatedmultizone control system that allows you toselect one source for use in the main room anda different one in a second room. Completecontrol over volume is possible with a separateinfrared control link. To make it easy to operatethe AVR 320 from a remote room, a separate“Zone II” remote is included.

The AVR 320’s powerful amplifier usestraditional Harman Kardon high-current designtechnologies to meet the wide dynamic rangeof any program selection.

Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelityreceiver more than forty-seven years ago. Withstate-of-the-art circuitry and time-honored circuitdesigns, the AVR 320 is the perfect combinationof the latest in digital audio technology, a quietyet powerful analog amplifier in an elegant,easy-to-use package.

■ Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro Logic* IIDecoding, and the full suite of DTS®

modes, including DTS-ES® 6.1 Discrete& Matrix and Neo:6® using the latest24-bit, twin-core Crystal® DSP engine

■ Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7®

processing, available for the first timewith both 7.1 and 5.1 processing in a variety of modes and two modes of VMAx®

■ MP3 decoding for use with computersand digital audio players

■ remote automatically setsoutput levels for optimum performance

■ High-bandwidth, HDTV-compatiblecomponent video switching

■ Front panel digital inputs and coaxdigital output capability for easy connection to portable digital devicesand the latest video game consoles

■ Multiple digital inputs and outputs

■ Front panel coax digital jacks switch-able to outputs for easy connection to portable digital recorders

■ On-screen menu and display system

■ Complete multizone system with separate “Zone II” remote included

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CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized)

plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet

unless the blades can be fully inserted to

prevent blade exposure.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s

enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

4 SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before UseYour AVR 320 has been designed for use with120-volt AC current. Connection to a line volt-age other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and maydamage the unit.

If you have any questions about the voltagerequirements for your specific model, or aboutthe line voltage in your area, contact your sellingdealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension CordsTo avoid safety hazards, use only the powercord attached to your unit. We do not recom-mend that extension cords be used with thisproduct. As with all electrical devices, do notrun power cords under rugs or carpets or placeheavy objects on them. Damaged power cordsshould be replaced immediately by an author-ized service depot with a cord meeting factoryspecifications.

Handle the AC Power Cord GentlyWhen disconnecting the power cord from anAC outlet, always pull the plug; never pull thecord. If you do not intend to use the unit forany considerable length of time, disconnect theplug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the CabinetThere are no user-serviceable componentsinside this product. Opening the cabinet maypresent a shock hazard, and any modificationto the product will void your guarantee. If wateror any metal object such as a paper clip, wireor a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, dis-connect it from the AC power source immedi-ately, and consult an authorized service station.

CATV or Antenna GroundingIf an outside antenna or cable system is con-nected to this product, be certain that it isgrounded so as to provide some protectionagainst voltage surges and static charges.Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides informationwith respect to proper grounding of the mastand supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors, location of antenna dis-charge unit, connection to grounding electrodesand requirements of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: Thisreminder is provided to call the CATV (CableTV) system installer’s attention to article 820-

40 of the NEC that provides guidelines forproper grounding and, in particular, specifiesthat the cable ground shall be connected to thegrounding system of the building, as close tothe point of cable entry as possible.

Installation Location■ To ensure proper operation and to avoid the

potential for safety hazards, place the uniton a firm and level surface. When placing theunit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf andany mounting hardware can support theweight of the product.

■ Make certain that proper space is providedboth above and below the unit for ventila-tion. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certainthat there is sufficient air movement withinthe cabinet. Under some circumstances a fanmay be required.

■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpetedsurface.

■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or coldlocations, or in an area that is exposed todirect sunlight or heating equipment.

■ Avoid moist or humid locations.

■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on thetop of the unit, or place objects directlyover them.

CleaningWhen the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean,soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a softcloth dampened with mild soapy water, then afresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immedi-ately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene,aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any othervolatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasivecleaners, as they may damage the finish of metalparts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the UnitBefore moving the unit, be certain to discon-nect any interconnection cords with other com-ponents, and make certain that you disconnectthe unit from the AC outlet.

Important Information for the UserThis equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class-B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.The limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment gener-ates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful inter-

ference to radio communication. However, thereis no guarantee that harmful interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the followingmeasures:

■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■ Increase the separation between the equip-ment and receiver.

■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.

■ Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not cause harm-ful interference, and (2) this device must acceptinterference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications may causethis unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and may void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to pro-tect your new receiver during shipment werespecially designed to cushion it from shock andvibration. We suggest that you save the cartonand packing materials for use in shipping if youmove, or should the unit ever need repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage,you may wish to flatten it. This is done by care-fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom andcollapsing the carton. Other cardboard insertsmay be stored in the same manner. Packingmaterials that cannot be collapsed should besaved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

If you do not wish to save the packaging mate-rials, please note that the carton and other sec-tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.Please respect the environment and discardthose materials at a local recycling center.

At this time you should remove the protectiveplastic film from the front-panel lens. Leavingthe film in place may affect the performance ofyour remote control.

5 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

1 Main Power Switch: Press this button toapply power to the AVR 320. When the switchis pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standbymode, as indicated by the amber PowerIndicator 3 surrounding the SystemPower Control 2. This button MUST bepressed in to operate the unit. To turn the unitoff and prevent the use of the remote control,this switch should be pressed until it pops outfrom the front panel so that the word “OFF”may be read at the top of the switch.

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

2 System Power Control: When the MainPower Switch 1 is “ON,” press this buttonto turn on the AVR 320; press it again to turn

the unit off. Note that the Power Indicator3 surrounding the switch will turn greenwhen the unit is on.

3 Power Indicator: This LED will be lit inamber when the unit is in the Standby mode tosignal that the unit is ready to be turned on.When the unit is in operation, the indicator willturn green.

4 Headphone Jack: This jack may be used tolisten to the AVR 320’s output through a pair ofheadphones. Be certain that the headphoneshave a standard 1/4" stereo phone plug. Notethat the main room speakers will automaticallybe turned off when the headphone jack is in use.

5 Dolby Mode Selector: Pressing this selec-tor button cycles the AVR through the variousDolby surround modes. The first press of the but-ton switches the surround mode to the lastDolby surround mode that was in use. Each sub-sequent press selects the next mode in the fol-lowing order:

6 DTS Surround Mode Selector: Pressingthis selector button cycles the AVR through theDTS surround modes. The first press of the but-ton selects the last DTS surround mode that

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Front Panel Controls

1 Main Power Switch2 System Power Control3 Power Indicator4 Headphone Jack5 Dolby Mode Selector6 DTS Surround Mode Selector7 Logic 7 Mode Selector /‹ Button8 Tone Mode9 Surround Mode Selector) Tuning Selector! Tuner Band Selector

@ Set Button# Preset Station Selector$ Stereo Mode Selector /› Button% Input Source Selector^ FM Mode Selector& DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector* Digital Optical 3 Input( Input/Output Status IndicatorÓ Digital Coax 3 JackÔ Video 4 Input Jacks Bass Control

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was in use. Each subsequent press selects thenext DTS mode in the following order:

7 Logic 7 Mode Selector /‹ Button: Thisbutton has two functions: In normal use, pressit to select one of the Logic 7 modes. When anadjustment is being made using the ChannelSelect Ù or Digital Select Û buttons, thisbutton may be pressed to scroll through theavailable options.

8 Tone Mode: Pressing this button enablesor disables the Bass and Treble tone controls.When the button is pressed so that the wordsTONE IN appear in the Main InformationDisplay ˜, the settings of the Bass andTreble Ú controls may be used to adjust theoutput signals. When the button is pressed sothat the words TONE OUT appear in the MainInformation Display ˜, the output signalwill be “flat,” without any bass or treble alter-ation, no matter how the actual Bass andTreble Controls Ú are adjusted.

9 Surround Mode Selector: Press this but-ton to change the surround mode by scrollingthrough the list of available modes. Note thatdepending on the type of input, some modesare not always available. (See page 26 for moreinformation about surround modes.)

) Tuning Selector: Press the left side of thebutton to tune lower-frequency stations and theright side of the button to tune higher-frequencystations. When a station with a strong signal is reached, the TUNED Indicator W will be litin the Main Information Display ˜ .

To tune manually, tap the button lightly andnote that the tuner will step up one frequencyincrement per button press. When the button isheld for a few seconds you will note that theunit will quickly search the frequency band.Release it once the fast tuning starts; the tunerwill automatically scan for the next station withan acceptable signal and then stop.

! Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this but-ton will automatically switch the AVR 320 tothe Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switchbetween the AM and FM frequency bands. (Seepage 31 for more information on the tuner.)

@ Set Button: When making choices duringthe setup and configuration process, press thisbutton to enter the desired setting as shown in the Main Information Display ˜ into the AVR 320’s memory.

# Preset Station Selector: Press this button to scroll up or down through the list orstations that have been entered into the presetmemory. (See page 32 for more information ontuner programming.)

$ Stereo Mode Selector /› Button:Pressing this selector button cycles through the stereo modes, and it is also used to turn offall surround processing and place the unit in atraditional two-channel Stereo mode. The firstpress selects 5-Channel Stereo, the next pressselects 8-Channel Stereo, and the third pressselects “SURROUND OFF,” which is true Stereo.When an adjustment is being made using theChannel Select Ù or Digital Select Ûbuttons, this button may be pressed to scrollthrough the available options.

% Input Source Selector: Press this buttonto change the input by scrolling up or downthrough the list of input sources.

^ FM Mode Selector: Press this button toselect Auto or Manual tuning. When the buttonis pressed so that the AUTO Indicator Xlights, the tuner will search for the next stationwith an acceptable signal when the TuningSelector )ué is pressed. When the but-ton is pressed so that the AUTO Indicator Xis not lit, each press of the Tuning Selector)ué will increase the frequency. (Seepage 31 for more information on using thetuner.)

& DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector: Pressing thisselector button cycles the AVR through the vari-ous DTS Neo:6 modes, which extract a five-channel surround field from two-channel pro-gram material. The first press selects the lastDTS Neo:6 surround mode that was in use, andeach subsequent press selects the next mode inthe following order:

* Digital Optical 3 Input: Connect the opti-cal digital output of an audio or video product tothis jack. When the input is not in use, be certainto keep the plastic cap installed to avoid dustcontamination that might degrade future performance.

( Input/Output Status Indicator: This LEDindicator will normally light green to show thatthe front panel Digital Coax 3 Ó jack is oper-ating as an input. When this jack is configuredfor use as an output, the indicator will turn redto show that the jack may be used for recording.(See page 20 for more information on configur-ing the front panel jacks as outputs, rather thaninputs.)

Ó Digital Coax 3 Jack: This jack is normallyused for connection to the output of portableaudio devices, video game consoles or otherproducts that have a coax digital jack. It mayalso be configured as an output jack, to feed adigital signal to a CD-R, MiniDisc or other digi-tal recording device. (See page 20 for informa-tion on configuring the Digital Coax 3 Jack asan output.)

Ô Video 4 Input Jacks: These audio/videojacks may be used for temporary connection tovideo games or portable audio/video productssuch as camcorders and portable audio players.

Bass Control: Turn this control to modifythe low-frequency output of the left/right chan-nels by as much as ±10dB. Set this control to asuitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

Ò Balance Control: Turn this control tochange the relative volume for the frontleft/right channels.

NOTE: For proper operation of the surroundmodes, this control should be at the midpoint,or “12 o’clock”, position.

Ú Treble Control: Turn this control to modifythe high-frequency output of the left/right chan-nels by as much as ±10dB. Set this control to asuitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

Û Digital Select Button: When playing asource that has a digital output, press this button to select between the Optical *and Coaxial Ó Digital inputs. (Seepage 29 for more information on digital audio.)

Ù Channel Select Button: Press this buttonto begin the process of trimming the channeloutput levels using an external audio source.(For more information on output level trimadjustment, see page 32.)

ı Volume Control: Turn this knob clockwiseto increase the volume, counterclockwise todecrease the volume. If the AVR 320 is muted,adjusting volume control will automaticallyrelease the unit from the silenced condition.

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ˆ Input Indicators: A green LED will lightto the left of the input that is currently theinput source for the AVR 320.

˜ Main Information Display: This displaydelivers messages and status indications tohelp you operate the receiver. (See pages 8 & 9for a complete explanation of the InformationDisplay.)

¯ Remote Sensor Window: The sensorbehind this window receives infrared signalsfrom the remote control. Aim the remote at thisarea and do not block or cover it unless anexternal remote sensor is installed.

˘ Surround Mode Indicators: A green LEDwill light in front of the surround mode that iscurrently in use.

8 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

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A Bitstream IndicatorsB Optical Source IndicatorsC Sample Rate Indicators D DTS Mode IndicatorE Dolby Digital IndicatorF Coaxial Source IndicatorsG Dolby Pro Logic II IndicatorH Analog Input IndicatorI Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator

J Logic 7 Mode IndicatorsK 5-Channel/7-Channel Stereo IndicatorsL Hall Mode IndicatorsM Theater Mode IndicatorN VMAx Mode IndicatorsO Multiroom IndicatorP OSD IndicatorQ Speaker/Channel Input IndicatorsR Preset Number/Sleep Timer

S Preset IndicatorT Sleep IndicatorU Memory IndicatorV Stereo IndicatorW Tuned IndicatorX Auto IndicatorY Main Information DisplayZ Mute Indicator

A Bitstream Indicators: When the input is adigital source, one of these indicators will light todisplay the specific type of data signal in use.

B Optical Source Indicators: These indica-tors light to show when an Optical Digital Inputhas been selected.

C Sample Rate Indicators: One of theseindicators will light when 96kHz or 192kHzsource material is in use.

D DTS Mode Indicator: This indicator lightswhen a DTS-encoded source is playing.

E Dolby Digital Indicator: This indicatorlights when a Dolby Digital source is beingplayed.

F Coaxial Source Indicators: These indica-tors light to show when a Coaxial Digital Inputhas been selected.

G Dolby Pro Logic II Indicator: This indica-tor lights when the Dolby Pro Logic II mode hasbeen selected.NOTE: It is possible to see the Dolby Pro Logic IIindicator lit simultaneously with the DolbyDigital indicator, even though the Dolby Digitalsurround mode has been selected. This is due tothe specifications for Dolby Digital processing,which require that the Dolby Pro Logic II modebe applied when a 2-channel Dolby signal isdetected. If you desire 5.1-channel audio, checkthe audio settings in the menus for your DVDdisc to make sure that a 5.1-channel Dolby

Digital soundtrack has been selected.

H Analog Input Indicator: This indicatorlights when an analog input source has beenselected.

I Dolby 3 Stereo Indicator: This indicatorlights when the Dolby 3 Stereo mode has beenselected.

J Logic 7 Mode Indicators: These indica-tors light to indicate that one of the Logic 7modes is in use. Along with the main Logic 7indicator, either 5.1 or 7.1 will light to indicatethe selected speaker configuration. One of thethree letters to the far right of this segment willlight to show which version of Logic 7 process-ing is in use: C for the Cinema mode, M for theMusic mode and E for the Enhanced mode usedwith two-channel sources. The Enhanced modeis only available with the 5.1 speaker configura-tion. (See page 26 for a description of the Logic7 modes.)

K 5-Channel/7-Channel StereoIndicators: These indicators light to show ifthe 5-Channel or 7-Channel Stereo mode hasbeen selected.

L Hall Mode Indicators: These indicatorslight when one of the Hall modes has beenselected.

M Theater Mode Indicator: This indicatorlights to show that the Theater mode is in use.

N VMAx Mode Indicators: One of theseindicators lights when the VMAx mode is inuse. VMAx F appears when the Far FieldVMAx mode is selected; VMAx N appearswhen the Near Field VMAx mode is selected.(See page 27 for a description of the VMAxmodes.)

O Multiroom Indicator: This indicator lightswhen the multiroom system is active. Note thatit will remain lit when the multiroom system isin use even though the main room system is inthe Standby mode and all other indicators aredark. (See page 36 for more information on theMultiroom system.)

P OSD Indicator: When the OSD system is inuse, this indicator lights to remind you that theother indicators in this display do not functionwhen the On-Screen Display is being used.

Q Speaker/Channel Input Indicators: Theseindicators are multipurpose, indicating either thespeaker type selected for each channel or theincoming data-signal configuration. The left,center, right, right surround and left surround speaker indicators are composed of three boxes,while the subwoofer is a single box. The centerbox lights when a “Small” speaker is selected,and the two outer boxes light when “Large”speakers are selected. When none of the boxesare lit for the center, surround or subwooferchannels, no speaker has been selected for oneof those positions. (See page 22 for more infor-

9 FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

Front Panel Information Display

mation on configuring speakers.) The letters insideeach of the center boxes display the active inputchannels. For standard analog inputs, only the Land R will light, indicating a stereo input. When adigital source is playing, the indicators will light todisplay the channels being received at the digitalinput. When the letters flash, the digital input hasbeen interrupted. (See pages 23 & 30 for moreinformation on the Channel Indicators.)

R Preset Number/Sleep Timer: When thetuner is in use, these numbers indicate the spe-cific preset memory location in use. (See page 32for more information on preset stations.) Whenthe Sleep function is in use, these numbers showhow many minutes remain before the unit goesinto the Standby mode.

S Preset Indicator: This indicator lights whenthe tuner is in use to show that the PresetNumber/Sleep Timer R is showing the sta-tion’s preset memory number. (See page 32 formore information on tuner presets.)

T Sleep Indicator: This indicator lights whenthe Sleep function is in use. The numbers in thePreset Number/Sleep Timer R indicator willshow the minutes remaining before the AVR 320goes into the Standby mode. (See page 28 formore information on the Sleep function.)

U Memory Indicator: This indicator flasheswhen entering presets and other informationinto the tuner’s memory.

V Stereo Indicator: This indicator lights whenan FM station is being tuned in stereo.

W Tuned Indicator: This indicator lights when astation is being received with sufficient signalstrength to provide acceptable listening quality.

X Auto Indicator: This indicator lights whenthe tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

Y Main Information Display: This displayshows messages relating to the status, inputsource, surround mode, tuner, volume level orother aspects of the AVR 320’s operation.

Z Mute Indicator: This indicator lights toremind you that the AVR 320’s output has beensilenced by pressing the Mute Button ˚ .Press the Mute button again to return to thepreviously selected output level.

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10 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

¡ AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antennasupplied with the receiver to these terminals. If anexternal AM antenna is used, make connectionsto the AM and GND terminals in accordancewith the instructions supplied with the antenna.

™ FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor oran optional external FM antenna to this terminal.

£ Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to thePLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

¢ Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to theRECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

∞ Subwoofer Output: Connect this jack tothe line-level input of a powered subwoofer. Ifan external subwoofer amplifier is used, con-nect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input.

§ DVD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacksto the analog audio jacks on a DVD or othervideo source.

¶ CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the out-put of a compact disc player or CD changer.

• Multiroom Outputs: Connect these jacksto an optional audio power amplifier to listento the source selected by the mulitroom systemin a remote room.

ª 6-Channel Direct Inputs: When anoptional, external processor or playback devicewith 5.1 audio capability is in use, connect theplayer's output jacks here.

NOTE: To assist in making the correct connec-tions for multichannel input output and speakerconnections, all connection jacks and terminalshave been color coded in conformance with thelatest CEA standards as follows:

Front Left: WhiteFront Right: Red

Center: GreenSurround Left: Blue

Surround Right: GraySurround Back Left: Brown

Surround Back Right: TanSubwoofer: Purple

Digital Audio: OrangeComposite Video: Yellow

Component Video “Y”: GreenComponent Video “Pr”: RedComponent Video “Pb”: Blue

‚ 8-Channel Direct Inputs: When anoption, external processor or playback devicewith 6.1 or 7. 1 audio capability is in use, con-nect the Surround Back Left and Surround BackRight channel outputs of the player to theseinput jacks.

⁄ Digital Audio Outputs: Connect thesejacks to the matching digital input connectoron a digital recorder such as a CD-R orMiniDisc recorder.

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¤ Video Monitor Outputs: Connect thisjack to the composite or S-Video input of a TVmonitor or video projector to view the on-screenmenus and the output of any standard videosource selected by the receiver’s video switcher.

‹ DVD Video Inputs: Connect these jacks tothe composite or S-Video output jacks on aDVD or other video source.

› Front Speaker Outputs: Connect theseoutputs to the matching + or – terminals onyour left and right speakers. When makingspeaker connections always make certain tomaintain correct polarity by connecting the red(+) terminals on the AVR 320 to the red (+) ter-minals on the speakers and the black (–) termi-nals on the AVR 320 to the black (–) terminalson the speakers. See page 16 for more informa-tion on speaker polarity.

fi Center Speaker Outputs: Connect theseoutputs to the matching + and – terminals onyour center channel speaker. In conformancewith the new CEA color code specification, theGreen Terminal is the positive, or "+" terminalthat should be connected to the red (+) termi-nal on speakers with the older color coding.Connect the black (–) terminal on the AVR tothe black negative (–) terminal on your speaker.(See page 16 for more information on speakerpolarity.)

fl Surround Speaker Outputs: Connectthese outputs to the matching + and – termi-nals on your surround channel speakers. In con-formance with the new CEA color code specifi-cation, the Blue terminal is the positive, or "+"terminal that should be connected to the red(+) terminal on the Surround Left speaker witholder color coding, while the Gray terminalshould be connected to the red (+) terminal onthe Surround Right speaker with the older colorcoding. Connect the black (–) terminal on theAVR to the matching black negative (–) termi-nals for each surround speaker. (See page 17for more information on speaker polarity.)

‡ Switched AC Accessory Outlet: This outlet may be used to power any device youwish to have turned on when the AVR 320 isturned on with the System Power ControlButton 2.

° Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet: Thisoutlet may be used to power any AC device.The power will remain on at this outlet regard-less of whether the AVR 320 is on or off.

NOTE: The total power consumption of alldevices connected to the accessory outletsshould not exceed 100 watts.

· AC Power Cord: Connect the AC plug toan unswitched AC wall output.

a Video 2 Component Video Inputs:Connect the Y/Pr/Pb component video outputsof an HDTV Set-top convertor, satellite receiver,or other video source device with componentvideo outputs to these jacks.

b Component Video Outputs: Connectthese outputs to the component video inputs ofa video projector or monitor. When a sourceconnected to one of the two ComponentVideo Inputs ac is selected the signal willbe sent to these jacks.

c DVD Component Video Inputs: Connectthe Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs of a DVDplayer to these jacks.

d Remote IR Output: This connection per-mits the IR sensor in the receiver to serve otherremote controlled devices. Connect this jack tothe “IR IN” jack on Harman Kardon (or othercompatible) equipment.

e Remote IR Input: If the AVR 320’s front-panel IR sensor is blocked due to cabinetdoors or other obstructions, an external IRsensor may be used. Connect the output ofthe sensor to this jack.

f Multiroom IR Input: Connect the output ofan IR sensor in a remote room to this jack tooperate the AVR 320’s multiroom control system.

g Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect thesejacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jack on a VCR.

h Video 1 Video Inputs: Connect thesejacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Videojacks on a VCR or other video source.

i Video 2 Video Outputs: Connect thesejacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or S-Video jacks on a VCR.

j Video 3 Video Inputs: Connect thesejacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Videojacks on a VCR or other video source.

k Video 2 Video Inputs: Connect thesejacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Videojacks on a VCR or other video source.

Optical Digital Inputs: Connect the opti-cal digital output from a DVD player, HDTVreceiver, the S/P-DIF output of a compatiblecomputer sound card playing MP3 files orstreams, LD player or CD player to these jacks.The signal may be either a Dolby Digital signal,a DTS signal or a standard PCM digital source.

Coaxial Digital Inputs: Connect the coaxdigital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver,the S/P-DIF output of a compatible computersound card playing MP3 files or streams, LD playeror CD player to these jacks. The signal may beeither a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a stan-dard PCM digital source. Do not connect the RFdigital output of an LD player to these jacks.

Video 2 Audio Outputs: Connect thesejacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on aVCR or other video source.

Video 2 Audio Inputs: Connect thesejacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCRor other video source.



Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect thesejacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on aVCR.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 320’s remotemay be programmed to control up to eightdevices, including the AVR 320. Before using theremote, it is important to remember to press theInput Selector Button e that correspondsto the unit you wish to operate. In addition, theAVR 320’s remote is shipped from the factory tooperate the AVR 320 and most Harman KardonCD or DVD players and cassette decks. Theremote is also capable of operating a wide vari-ety of other products using the control codesthat are part of the remote. Before using theremote with other products, follow the instruc-tions on pages 37–41 to program the propercodes for the products in your system.

It is also important to remember that many ofthe buttons on the remote take on differentfunctions, depending on the product selectedusing the Device Control Selectors. The descrip-tions shown here primarily detail the functionsof the remote when it is used to operate theAVR 320. (See page 39 for information aboutalternate functions for the remote’s buttons.)

a Power Off Button: Press this button toplace the AVR 320 or a selected device in theStandby mode. Note that this will turn off themain room functions, but if the Multiroom sys-tem is activated, it will continue to function.

b IR Transmitter Window: Point this win-dow towards the AVR 320 when pressing buttonson the remote to make certain that infrared com-mands are properly received.

c Program/SPL Indicator: This three-colorindicator is used to guide you through theprocess of programming the remote or learningcommands from a remote into the AVR 320’sremote code memory and it is also used as alevel indicator when using the remote’s EzSetcapabilities. (See page 24 for more informationon setting output levels, and see page 37 forinformation on programming the remote.)

d Power On Button: Press this button toturn on the power to a device selected by press-ing one of the Input Selectors e.

e Input Selectors: Pressing one of thesebuttons will perform three actions at the sametime. First, if the AVR 320 is not turned on, thiswill power up the unit. Next, it will select thesource shown on the button as the input to theAVR 320. Finally, it will change the remote con-trol so that it controls the device selected. Afterpressing one of these buttons you must pressthe AVR Selector Button f again to oper-ate the AVR 320’s functions with the remote.

f AVR Selector: Pressing this button willswitch the remote so that it will operate the

AVR 320’s functions. If the AVR 320 is in theStandby mode, it will also turn the AVR 320 on.

g AM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button toselect the AVR 320’s tuner as the listeningchoice. Pressing this button when the tuner isalready in use will select between the AM andFM bands.

h 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Input:Press this button to select the device connectedto the 6-Channel Direct Inputs ª or the 8-Channel Direct Inputs ‚. (See page 33 formore information.)

i Test Button: Press this button to beginthe sequence used to calibrate the AVR 320’soutput levels. (See page 24 for more informationon calibrating the AVR 320.)

j Sleep Button: Press this button to placethe unit in the Sleep mode. After the timeshown in the display, the AVR 320 will auto-matically go into the Standby mode. Each pressof the button changes the time until turn-off inthe following order:

Note that this button is also used to changechannels on your TV when the TV is selected.

When the AVR 320 remote is being programmedwith the codes to operate another device, thisbutton is also used in the “Auto Search” process.(See page 37 for more information on program-ming the remote.)

k Surround Mode Selector: Press thisbutton to begin the process of changing thesurround mode. After the button has beenpressed, use the ⁄/¤ Buttons n to selectthe desired surround mode. (See page 28 formore information.) Note that this button is alsoused to tune channels when the TV is selectedusing the device Input Selector e.When the AVR 320 remote is being pro-grammed with the codes of another device, thisbutton is also used in the “Auto Search”process. (See page 37 for more information onprogramming the remote.)

l Night Mode: Press this button to activatethe Night mode. This mode is available in spe-cially encoded digital sources, and it preservesdialog (center channel) intelligibility at low volume levels.

m Channel Select Button: This button isused to start the process of setting the AVR 320’soutput levels to an external source. Once this but-

ton is pressed, use the ⁄/¤ Buttons n toselect the channel being adjusted, then press theSet Button p, followed by the ⁄/¤ Buttonsn again, to change the level setting. (See page32 for more information.)

n ⁄/¤ Buttons: These multipurpose but-tons are used to change or scroll through itemsin the on-screen menus, make configurationsettings such as digital inputs or delay timing,or to select surround modes. When changing asetting, first press the button for the function orsetting to be changed (e.g., press theSurround Mode Selector k to select asoundfield mode or the Digital Select Buttonq to change a digital input) and then pressone of these buttons to scroll through the listof options or to increase or decrease a setting.The sections in this manual describing the indi-vidual features and functions contain specificinformation on using these buttons for eachapplication.

o ‹ Button: This button is used to changethe menu selection or setting during some ofthe setup procedures for the AVR 320.

p Set Button: This button is used to entersettings into the AVR 320’s memory. It is alsoused in the setup procedures for delay time,speaker configuration and channel output leveladjustment.

q Digital Select: Press this button to assignone of the digital inputs *Ó to asource. (See page 29 for more information onusing digital inputs.)

r Numeric Keys: These buttons serve as aten-button numeric keypad to enter tuner presetpositions. They are also used to select channelnumbers when TV, Cable or SAT has beenselected on the remote, or to select track num-bers on a CD, DVD or LD player, depending onhow the remote has been programmed.

s Tuner Mode: Press this button when thetuner is in use to select between automatic tuning and manual tuning. When the button ispressed so that the AUTO Indicator X goesout, pressing the Tuning Buttons u)≠will move the frequency up or down in single-step increments. When the FM band is in use,pressing this button when a station’s signal isweak will change to monaural reception. (Seepage 31 for more information.)

t Direct Button: Press this button whenthe tuner is in use to start the sequence fordirect entry of a station’s frequency. After press-ing the button, simply press the properNumeric Keys r to select a station. (Seepage 32 for more information on the tuner.)

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u Tuning Up/Down: When the tuner is inuse, these buttons will tune up or down throughthe selected frequency band. If the Tuner ModeButton s^ has been pressed so that theAUTO Indicator X is illuminated, pressing andholding either of the buttons for three secondswill cause the tuner to seek the next station withacceptable signal strength for quality reception.When the AUTO Indicator X is NOT illumi-nated, pressing these buttons will tune stationsin single-step increments. (See page 31 for moreinformation.)

v OSD Button: Press this button to activatethe On-Screen Display (OSD) system used to setup or adjust the AVR 320’s parameters.

w Dolby Mode Selector: This button isused to select from among the available DolbySurround processing modes. Each press of thisbutton will select one of the Dolby Pro Logic IImodes or Dolby 3 Stereo. When a Dolby Digitalencoded source is in use, the Dolby Digital modemay also be selected. (See page 26 for the avail-able Dolby surround mode options.)

x DTS Digital Mode Selector: When aDTS-encoded digital source is selected, eachpress of this button will scroll thorugh the avail-able DTS modes. The specific choice of modeswill vary according to whether or not the sourcematerial contains DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete encoding.When a DTS source is not in use, this button hasno function. (See page 40 for the available DTSDigital options.)

y Logic 7 Selector: Press this button toselect from among the available Logic 7 sur-round modes. (See page 26 for the availableLogic 7 options.)

z Skip Down Button: This button does nothave a direct function on the AVR 320, butwhen used with a compatibly programmed CDor DVD changer it will change to the previousdisc in the changer or carousel.

` Transport Controls: These buttons donot have any functions for the AVR 320, butthey may be programmed for the forward/reverse play operation of a wide variety of CDor DVD players, and audio or video cassetterecorders. (See page 40 for more information.)

Skip Up Button: This button does nothave a direct function on the AVR 320, butwhen used with a compatibly programmed CDor DVD changer it will change to the previousdisc in the changer or carousel.

Stereo Mode Select Button: Pressingthis button cycles through the stereo modes,and it is also used to turn off all surround

processing and place the unit in a traditionaltwo-channel Stereo mode. The first press selects 5-Channel Stereo, the next press selects8-Channel Stereo, and the third press selects“SURROUND OFF,” which is true Stereo.

Macro Buttons: Press these buttons to store or recall a “Macro”, which is a preprogrammed sequence of commands stored in the remote. (See page 38 for moreinformation on storing and recalling macros.)

DTS Neo:6 Mode Select: Pressing this button cycles the AVR through the variousDTS Neo:6 modes, which extract a five-channelsurround field from two-channel program material. The first press selects the lastDTS Neo:6 surround mode that was in use,and each subsequent press selects one of theother DTS Neo:6 modes.

Disc Skip Button: This button has nodirect function for the AVR 320 but is mostoften used to change to the next disc in a CDor DVD player when the remote is programmedfor that type of device. (See page 37 for moreinformation on using the remote with productsother than the AVR 320.)

Preset Up/Down: When the tuner is in use, press these buttons to scroll through the stations programmed into the AVR 320’s mem-ory. When some source devices, such as CDplayers, VCRs and cassette decks, are selectedusing the device Input Selectors e, thesebuttons may function as Chapter Step or TrackAdvance.

Clear Button: Press this button to clearincorrect entries when using the remote to

directly enter a radio station’s frequency.

Memory Button: Press this button toenter a radio station into the AVR 320’s presetmemory. Once the MEMORY Indicator Uflashes, you have five seconds to enter a presetmemory location using the Numeric Keysr. (See page 31 for more information.)

Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button tobegin the process for setting the delay timesused by the AVR 320 when processing surroundsound. After pressing this button, the delaytimes are entered by pressing the Set Buttonp and then using the ⁄/¤ Buttons n tochange the setting. Press the Set Button pagain to complete the process. (See page 23 formore information.)

› Button: Press this button to change asetting or selection when configuring many of theAVR 320’s settings.

Speaker Select: Press this button to begin the process of configuring the AVR 320’s bass management system for usewith the type of speakers used in your system.Once the button has been pressed, use the⁄/¤ Buttons n to select the channel youwish to set up. Press the Set Button p andthen select another channel to configure.When all adjustments have been completed,press the Set Button p twice to exit the settings and return to normal operation. (Seepage 22 for more information.)

Multiroom: Press this button to activatethe multiroom system or to begin the process ofchanging the input or volume level for the sec-ond zone. (See page 36 for more information onthe Multiroom system.)

Volume Up/Down: Press these buttonsto raise or lower the system volume.

SPL Indicator Select: This button acti-vates the AVR 320’s EzSet function to quicklyand accurately calibrate the AVR 320’s outputlevels. Press and hold the button for three seconds and then release it. Note that the test tone will begin circulating, and theProgram/SPL Indicator c will change colors. During this sequence, EzSet will automatically adjust the output levels for all channels until they are equal, as shown by the Program/SPL Indicator c lightinggreen for each channel. Press this button again when the adjustment is complete to turn off the test tone. (See page 24 for moreinformation on EzSet.)

Learn Button: Press this button to beginthe process of “learning” the codes from anotherproduct’s remote into the AVR 320’s remote. (Seepage 37 for more information on using theremote’s learning function.)

Mute: Press this button to momentarilysilence the AVR 320 or TV set being controlled,depending on which device has been selected.When the AVR 320 remote is being programmedto operate another device, this button is pressedwith the Input Selector Button e to beginthe programming process. (See page 37 formore information on programming the remote.)

EzSet Sensor Microphone: The sensormicrophone for the EzSet microphone is behindthese slots. When using the remote to calibratespeaker output levels using EzSet, be sure thatyou do not hold the remote in a way that cov-ers these slots. (See page 24 for more informa-tion on using EzSet.)

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å Power Off: When used in the roomwhere the AVR 320 is located, press this buttonto place the unit in Standby. When it is used ina remote room with a sensor that is connectedto the Multiroom IR Input f, this buttonturns the Multiroom system on and off.

∫ AVR Selector: Press this button to turnon the AVR 320. The input in use when the unitwas last on will be selected.

ç AM/FM Tuner Select: Press this buttonto select the Tuner as the input to theMultiroom system. Press it again to changebetween the AM and FM bands.

∂ Input Selectors: When the AVR 320 isoff, press one of these buttons to select a spe-cific input and turn the unit on. When the unitis already in use, pressing one of these buttonswill change the input.

≠ Tuning Up/Down – Fast Play: Whenthis remote is used in the same room as theAVR 320, these buttons may be used to changethe frequency of the tuner. These buttons mayalso control the Fast Play or Fast Reverse func-tions of compatible Harman Kardon CD, DVD orcassette decks in the same room, or from aremote room when an IR link is connected tothe AVR 320.

ƒ Record/Pause: Press this button to acti-vate the Record or Pause function on compati-ble Harman Kardon CD, DVD or Cassette Deckproducts.

© Preset Up/Down – Track Skip: Whenthe AVR 320’s tuner is selected as the inputsource, these buttons will move up or downthrough the list of stations that have beenstored in the preset memory. When a CD orDVD changer or player is selected, these but-tons activate the Forward or Reverse Track orChapter Skip functions.

˙ Disc Skip: Press this button to changediscs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVDchanger or players.

Volume Up/Down: When used in theroom where the AVR 320 is located, press thisbutton to raise or lower the volume in thatroom. When it is used in a remote room with asensor that is connected to the Multiroom IRInput f, this button will raise or lower thevolume in the remote room.

∆ Play Forward/Reverse/Stop: Pressthese buttons to control compatibleHarman Kardon CD, DVD or cassette players.

˚ Mute: When used in the room where theAVR 320 is located, press this button to tem-porarily silence the unit. When it is used in aremote room with a sensor that is connected tothe Multiroom IR Input f, this button willtemporarily silence the feed to the remote roomonly. Press the button again to return to theprevious volume level.

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System Installation

After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solidsurface capable of supporting its weight, you willneed to make the connections to your audio andvideo equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For your personal safetyand to avoid possible damage to your equipmentand speakers, it is always good practice to turnoff and unplug the AVR and ALL source equip-ment from the AC output before making anyaudio or video system connections.

Audio Equipment ConnectionsWe recommend that you use high-quality inter-connect cables when making connections tosource equipment and recorders to preserve theintegrity of the signals.

1. Connect the analog output of a CD player tothe CD Inputs ¶.

NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed andvariable audio outputs, it is best to use the fixedoutput unless you find that the input to thereceiver is so low that the sound is noisy, or sohigh that the signal is distorted.

2. Connect the analog Play/Out jacks of a cas-sette deck, MD, CD-R or other audio recorder tothe Tape Input Jacks £. Connect the analogRecord/In jacks on the recorder to the TapeOutput Jacks ¢ on the AVR 320.

3. Connect the output of any digital sourcessuch as such as a CD or DVD changer or play-er, advanced video game, a digital satellitereceiver, HDTV tuner or digital cable set-topbox or the output of a compatible computersound card to the Optical and CoaxialDigital Inputs *Ó.

4. Connect the coaxial or optical Digital AudioOutputs ⁄ on the rear panel of the AVR 320 tothe matching digital input connections on a CD-Ror MiniDisc recorder.

5. Assemble the AM Loop Antenna suppliedwith the unit as shown below. Connect it to theAM and GND Screw Terminals ¡ .

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM(75-ohm) Connection ™. The FM antennamay be an external roof antenna, an insidepowered or wire-lead antenna or a connectionfrom a cable TV system. Note that if the anten-na or connection uses 300-ohm twin-leadcable, you must use the 300-ohm-to-75-ohm

adapter supplied with the unit to make the con-nection.

7. Connect the front, center and surroundspeaker outputs ›fifl to the respectivespeakers.

To ensure that all the audio signals are carriedto your speakers without loss of clarity or reso-lution, we suggest that you use high-qualityspeaker cable. Many brands of cable are avail-able and the choice of cable may be influencedby the distance between your speakers and thereceiver, the type of speakers you use, personalpreferences and other factors. Your dealer orinstaller is a valuable resource to consult inselecting the proper cable.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, werecommend that you use a cable constructed ofmultistrand copper with a gauge of 14 or smaller.Remember that in specifying cable, the lowerthe number, the thicker the cable.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for shortruns of less than ten feet. We do not recom-mend that you use cables with an AWG equiva-lent of 18 or higher, due to the power loss anddegradation in performance that will occur.

Cables that are run inside walls should have theappropriate markings to indicate listing with UL,CSA or other appropriate testing agency stan-dards. Questions about running cables insidewalls should be referred to your installer or alicensed electrician who is familiar with the NECand/or the applicable local building codes inyour area.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be cer-tain to observe proper polarity. Note that thepositive (+) terminal of each speaker connectionnow carries a specific color code as noted onpage 11. However, most speakers will still use ared terminal for the postive (+) connection.Connect the “negative” or “black” wire to thesame terminal on both the receiver and thespeaker.

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturersadhere to an industry convention of using blackterminals for negative and red ones for positive,some manufacturers may vary from this config-uration. To ensure proper phase and optimalperformance, consult the identification plate onyour speaker or the speaker’s manual to verifypolarity. If you do not know the polarity of yourspeaker, ask your dealer for advice before pro-ceeding, or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

We also recommend that the length of cableused to connect speaker pairs be identical. Forexample, use the same length piece of cableto connect the front-left and front-right orsurround-left and surround-right speakers,even if the speakers are a different distancefrom the AVR 320.

8. Connections to a subwoofer are normallymade via a line-level audio connection from theSubwoofer Output ∞ to the line-level inputof a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. When apassive subwoofer is used, the connection firstgoes to a power amplifier, which will be con-nected to one or more subwoofer speakers. Ifyou are using a powered subwoofer that doesnot have line-level input connections, follow theinstructions furnished with the speaker for con-nection information.

9. If an external multi-channel audio sourcewith 5.1 outputs such as an external digitalprocessor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD playeris used, connect the outputs of that device tothe 6-Channel Direct Inputs ª.

10. If an external multi-channel audio sourcewith 7.1 outputs such as an external digitalprocessor/decoder, DVD-Audio or SACD playeris used, first connect the outputs of that deviceto both the 6 Channel Direct Inputs as notedabove, and then connect the Surround Back Leftand Surround Back Right output channels ofthe source device to the 8-Channel DirectInputs ‚.

11. If a 7.1 channel source device is connectedas noted in the item above, you must use anoptional audio power amplifier for those chan-nels. Connect the SBL and SBR PreampOutputs to the inputs of the amplifierfeeding those channels' speakers.

Video Equipment ConnectionsVideo equipment is connected in the same man-ner as audio components. Again, the use of high-quality interconnect cables is recommended topreserve signal quality.

1. Connect a VCR’s or other video source’saudio and video Play/Out jacks to the Video 1or Video 2 In Jacks hk on the rearpanel. The Audio and Video Record/In jacks onthe VCR should be connected to the Video 1or Video 2 Out Jacks gi on theAVR 320.

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television set or any other video source to theVideo 3 j jacks.

3. Connect the analog audio and video out-puts of a DVD or laser disc player to the DVDJacks §‹.

4. Connect the digital audio outputs of a DVDplayer, satellite receiver, cable box or HDTV con-verter to the appropriate Optical or CoaxialDigital Inputs *Ó.

5. Connect the Video Monitor Output ¤jacks on the receiver to the composite or S-Video input of your television monitor or videoprojector.

6. If your DVD player and monitor both havecomponent video connections, connect thecomponent outputs of the DVD player to theDVD Component Video Inputs c. Notethat even when component video connectionsare used, the audio connections should still bemade to either the analog DVD Audio Inputs§ or any of the Optical or Coaxial DigitalInput Jacks *Ó.

7. If another component video device is avail-able, connect it to the Video 2 ComponentVideo Input Jacks a. The audio connectionsfor this device should be made to either theVideo 2 Audio Input Jacks or any of theOptical or Coaxial Digital Input Jacks

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8. If the component video inputs are used, con-nect the Component Video Output b tothe component video inputs of your TV, projec-tor or display device.

9. If you have a camcorder, video game or otheraudio/video device that is connected to the AVRon a temporary, rather than permanent basis,connect the audio, video and digital audio out-puts of that device the Front Panel Inputs*ÓÔ. A device connected here is selectedas the Video 4 input, and the digital inputsmust be assigned to the Video 4 input. (Seepage 20 for more information on input configu-ration.)

Video Connection Notes:• When the component video jacks are used,

the on-screen menus are not visible and youmust switch to the standard composite or S-Video input on your TV to view them.

• The AVR 320 will accept either standardcomposite, S-Video or Y/Pr/Pb component

video signals. However, it will not convertcomposite or S signals to component video.

• Component or composite video signals mayonly be viewed in their native formats.

System and Power Connections

The AVR 320 is designed for flexible use withmultiroom systems.

Main Room Remote Control ExtensionIf the receiver is placed behind a solid orsmoked glass cabinet door, the obstruction mayprevent the remote sensor from receiving com-mands. In this event, an optional remote sensormay be used. Connect the output of the remotesensor to the Remote IR Input Jack e.

If other components are also prevented fromreceiving remote commands, only one sensor isneeded. Simply use this unit’s sensor or aremote eye by running a connection from theRemote IR Output Jack d to the Remote IRInput jack on Harman Kardon or other compati-ble equipment.

Multiroom IR LinkThe remote room IR receiver should be connectedto the AVR 320 via standard coaxial cable. Plugthe IR connection cable into the Multiroom IRInput Jack f on the AVR 320’s rear panel.

If other Harman Kardon compatible sourceequipment is part of the main room installation,the Remote IR Output Jack d on the rearpanel should be connected to the IR IN jack onsource equipment. This will enable the remoteroom location to control source equipment func-tions.

NOTE: All remotely controlled componentsmust be linked together in a “daisy chain”.Connect the IR OUT jack of one unit to the IRIN of the next to establish this chain.

Multiroom Audio ConnectionsDepending on the distance from the AVR 320to the remote room, two options are availablefor audio connection:

Option 1: Use high-quality, shielded audiointerconnect cable from the AVR 320’s locationto the remote room. In the remote room, con-nect the interconnect cable to a stereo poweramplifier. The amplifier will be connected to theroom’s speakers. At the AVR 320, plug theaudio interconnect cables into the MultiroomOutput Jacks • on the AVR 320’s rear panel.

Option 2: Connect the Multiroom OutputJacks • on the AVR 320 to the inputs of anoptional stereo power amplifier. Run high-quali-ty speaker wire from the amplifier to the speak-ers in the remote room.

NOTE: In both options, you may connect anoptional IR sensor in the remote room to theAVR 320 via an appropriate cable. Connect thesensor’s cable to the Multiroom IR Input fon the AVR 320 and use the Zone II remote tocontrol the room volume. Alternatively, you mayinstall an optional volume control between theoutput of the amplifiers and the speakers.

AC Power ConnectionsThis unit is equipped with two accessory ACoutlets. They may be used to power accessorydevices, but they should not be used with high-current draw equipment such as power ampli-fiers. The total power draw to each outlet maynot exceed 100 watts.

The Switched AC Accessory Outlet ‡ willreceive power only when the unit is on. This isrecommended for devices that have no powerswitch or a mechanical power switch that maybe left in the “ON” position.

NOTE: Many audio and video products go intoa Standby mode when they are used withswitched outlets, and cannot be fully turned onusing the outlet alone without a remote controlcommand.

The Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet °will receive power as long as the unit isplugged into a powered AC outlet.

Finally, when all connections are complete, plugthe power cord into a nonswitched 110-volt ACwall outlet. You’re almost ready to enjoy theAVR 320!

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When all audio, video and system connectionshave been made, there are a few configurationadjustments that must be made. A few minutesspent to correctly configure and calibrate theunit will greatly add to your listening experience.

Speaker Selection and PlacementThe placement of speakers in a multichannelhome-theater system can have a noticeableimpact on the quality of sound reproduced.

No matter which type or brand of speakers isused, the same model or brand of speakershould be used for the left front, center andright front speakers. This creates a seamlessfront soundstage and eliminates the possibilityof distracting sonic disturbances that occurwhen a sound moves across mismatchedfront-channel speakers.

Speaker PlacementDepending on the type of center-channel speakerin use and your viewing device, place the centerspeaker either directly above or below your TV,or in the center behind a perforated front pro-jection screen.

Once the center channel speaker is installed,position the front left and front right speakersso that they are as far away from one anotheras the center-channel speaker is from the pre-ferred listening position. Ideally, the front-channelspeakers should be placed so that their tweetersare no more than 24" above or below thetweeter in the center-channel speaker.

Depending on the specifics of your roomacoustics and the type of speakers in use, youmay find that imaging is improved by movingthe left front and right front speakers slightlyforward of the center-channel speaker. If possi-ble, adjust all front loudspeakers so that theyare aimed at ear height when you are seatedin the listening position.

Using these guidelines, you’ll find that it takessome experimentation to find the correct loca-tion for the front speakers in your particularinstallation. Don’t be afraid to move thingsaround until the system sounds correct. Optimizeyour speakers so that audio transitions acrossthe front of the room sound smooth, and thatsounds from all speakers appear to arrive at thelistening position at the same time (withoutdelay from the center speaker compared to theleft and right speakers).

A) Front Channel Speaker InstallationWith Direct-View TV Sets or Rear-ScreenProjectors

B) Rear speaker mounting is an alternate location for 5.1 systems. It is requiredfor 7.1 operation.

When the AVR 320 is used in 5.1-channel oper-ation, the preferred location for surroundspeakers is on the side walls of the room, at orslightly behind the listening position. In a 7.1-channel system, both side surround and backsurround speakers are required. The center ofthe speaker should face into the room. Thespeakers should be located so that the bottomof the cabinet is at least two feet higher thanthe listeners’ ears when the listeners are seatedin the desired area.

Rear surround speakers are required when afull 7.1-channel system is installed, and theymay also be used in 5.1 channel as an alterna-tive mounting position when it is not practicalto place the main surround speakers on thesides of the room. Speakers may be placed on arear wall, behind the listening position. As withthe side speakers, rear surrounds should belocated so that the bottom of the cabinet is atleast two feet higher than the listeners’ ears.The speakers should be no more than six feetbehind the rear of the seating area.

Subwoofers produce nondirectional sound, sothey may be placed almost anywhere in aroom. Actual placement should be based onroom size and shape and the type of subwooferused. One method of finding the optimal loca-tion for a subwoofer is to begin by placing it inthe front of the room, about six inches from awall, or near the front corner of the room.Another method is to temporarily place thesubwoofer at your normal listening position,and then walk around the room until you finda spot where the subwoofer sounds best. Placethe subwoofer in that spot. You should alsofollow the instructions of the subwoofer’s man-ufacturer, or you may wish to experiment withthe best location for a subwoofer in your lis-tening room.

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System SetupOnce the speakers have been placed in theroom and connected, the remaining steps in the setup process are to program theAVR 320’s bass management system for thetype of speakers used in your system, calibratethe output levels, and set the delay times usedby the surround-sound processor.You are now ready to power up the AVR 320to begin these final adjustments.

1. Plug the AC Power Cord · into anunswitched AC outlet.

2. Press the Main Power Switch 1 inuntil it latches and the word “OFF” on thetop of the switch disappears inside thefront panel. Note that the PowerIndicator 3 will turn amber, indicatingthat the unit is in the Standby mode.

3. Remove the protective plastic film from thefront-panel lens. If left in place, the filmmay affect the performance of your remotecontrol.

4. Install the three supplied AAA batteries inthe remote as shown. Be certain to followthe (+) and (–) polarity indicators that areon the top of the battery compartment.

5. Turn the AVR 320 on either by pressing theSystem Power Control 2 on the frontpanel, or via the remote by pressing thePower On Button d, the AVRSelector f or any of the InputSelectors eg on the remote. ThePower Indicator 3 will turn green toconfirm that the unit is on, and the MainInformation Display ˜ will also light.

Using the On-Screen DisplayWhen making the following adjustments, youmay find it easier to use the AVR 320’s on-screen display system. These easy-to-read dis-plays give you a clear picture of the currentstatus of the unit and make it easy to seewhich speaker, delay, input or digital selectionyou are making.

To view the on-screen menus, make certain youhave made a connection from the VideoMonitor Out Jack ¤ on the rear panel tothe composite or S-Video input of your TV orprojector. In order to view the AVR 320’s dis-plays, the correct video source must be selected

on the video display. Note that the on-screenmenus are not available when a componentvideo display is in use.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When viewing the on-screen menus using a CRT-based projector,plasma display or any direct-view CRT monitor ortelevision, it is important that they not be left onthe screen for an extended period of time. Theconstant display of a static image such as thesemenus or video game images may cause theimage to be permanently “burned into” the pro-jection tubes, plasma screen or CRT. This type ofdamage is not covered by the AVR 320 warrantyand may not be covered by the projector/TV set’swarranty.

The AVR 320 has two on-screen display modes,“Semi-OSD” and “Full-OSD.” When makingconfiguration adjustments, it is recommendedthat the Full-OSD mode be used. This will placean option listing on the screen, making it easierto view the available options.

Making Configuration AdjustmentsThe full-OSD system is available by pressing theOSD Button v. When this button ispressed, the MASTER menu (Figure 1) willappear, and adjustments are made from theindividual menus.

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The semi-OSD system is also available, allowingyou to make adjustments directly, by pressingthe appropriate buttons on the front panel orremote control for the specific parameter to beadjusted. For example, to change the digitalinput for any of the sources, press the DigitalSelect Button Ûq on the front panel orremote.

To use the full OSD menu system, press theOSD Button v. When the menu is on thescreen, press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n until theon-screen › cursor is next to the item you wishto adjust, and then press the Set Button pto adjust that item. Note that the menus willremain on the screen for 20 seconds, and thenthey will “time-out” and disappear from thescreen. The time-out may be increased to asmuch as 50 seconds by going to the

ADVANCED SELECT menu, and changing the item titled FULL OSDTIME OUT.

Note that when the full OSD system is in use,the menu selections are not shown in theMain Information Display ˜Y. When thefull OSD menu system is used, OSD ON willappear in the Main Information Display Yand the OSD Indicator P will light to remindyou that a video display must be used. Whenthe semi-OSD system is used in conjunctionwith the discrete configuration buttons, the on-screen display will show a single line of textwith the current menu selection. That selectionwill also be shown in the Main InformationDisplay Y.

Setting the System ConfigurationMemoryThe AVR 320 features an advanced memorysystem that enables you to establish differentconfigurations for the speaker configuration,digital input, surround mode, delay times,crossover frequency and output levels for eachinput source. This flexibility enables you to custom-tailor the way in which you listen toeach source and have the AVR 320 memorizethose settings. This means, for example, thatyou may use different output levels or trims fordifferent sources, or set different speaker con-figurations with the resultant changes to thebass management system. Once these settingsare made, they will automatically be recalledwhenever you select that input.

The factory default settings for the AVR 320have all inputs except for DVD configured foran analog audio input except for the DVDinput, where the Digital Coaxial 1 Input

is the default. The default speaker settingsare for “Large” speakers at the front left/right,“Small” at all other positions, and for theSubwoofer set as being on. However, once theDSP processing system is used for the first timefor any input, the speaker settings will auto-matically default to “Small” at all positionswith the subwoofer set to “LFE.” The defaultsetting for the surround modes is “SurroundOff,” or two-channel stereo, although DolbyDigital or DTS will automatically be selected asappropriate when a source with digital encod-ing is in use.

Before using the unit, you will probably wantto change the settings for most inputs so thatthey are properly configured to reflect the useof digital or analog inputs, the type of speakersinstalled and the surround mode specifics ofyour home theater system. Remember that

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To make this process as quick and as easy aspossible, we suggest that you use the full-OSDsystem with the on-screen menus, and stepthrough each input. Once you have completedthe settings for the first input, many settingsmay be duplicated for the remaining inputs. It isalso a good idea to set the configuration datain the order these items are listed in theMASTER menu, as some settings require aspecific entry in a prior menu item. Rememberthat once the settings are made for one input,they must be made for all other input sourcesin your system.

Input SetupThe first step in configuring the AVR 320 is toconfigure each input. When using the full-OSDsystem to make the setup adjustments, pressthe OSD Button v once so that the MAS-TER menu (Figure 1) appears. Note that the› cursor will be next to the IN/OUTSETUP line. Press the Set Button p toenter the menu and the IN/OUT SETUPmenu (Figure 2) will appear on the screen.Press the ‹/› Buttons o until thedesired input name appears in the highlightedvideo, as well as being indicated in the frontpanel Input Indicators ˆ by the green LEDnext to the desired input name. If the input willuse the standard left/right analog inputs, nofurther adjustment is needed.

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If you wish to associate one of the digitalinputs with the selected input source, press the¤ Button n on the remote while theIN/OUT SETUP menu (Figure 2) is onthe screen, and note that the on-screen cursorwill drop down to the DIGITAL IN line.Press the ‹/› Buttons o until thename of the desired digital input appears. Toreturn to the analog input, press the buttons

until the word ANALOG appears. When thecorrect input source appears, press the ¤ but-ton n once so that the › cursor appears nextto BACK TO MASTER MENU, and pressthe Set Button p.

To change the digital input at any time usingthe discrete function buttons and the semi-OSDsystem, press the Digital Input SelectButton Ûq on the front panel or theremote. Within five seconds, make your inputselection using the Selector buttons on thefront panel 7$ or the ⁄/¤ n Buttonson the remote until the desired digital or ana-log input is shown in the Main InformationDisplay Y and in the lower third of the videodisplay connected to the AVR 320. Press theSet Button p to enter the new digital inputassignment.

An exclusive Harman Kardon feature is the ability to switch the front panel coaxial digitalaudio jack from its normal use as an input to an output connection so that portablerecording devices may easily be connected.On the AVR 320, the Digital Coax 3 Jack Óis normally an input, but this may also beswitched to a digital output for use with CD-R/RW decks, MD recorders or other A/Vrecorders. To change the jack to an output,press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n while theIN/OUT SETUP menu is on the screen until the › cursor is next to COAXIAL 3.Then press the ‹/› Buttons o so thatthe word OUT is highlighted. Note that theInput/Output Status Indicator ( will turnred, indicating that the jack is now a recordoutput.

NOTE: A signal will be sent to this jack onlywhen the input selected for use by the AVR 320is digital. Digital signals will be passed throughregardless of their format, and which digitalinput (optical or coax) they are fed from.However, analog signals are not converted todigital, and the format of the signal (e.g., PCM,Dolby Digital or DTS) may not be changed.

Selection of the front panel jack as an outputwill remain effective as long as the AVR 320 ison. Once the unit is turned off, the jack willrevert to its normal use as an input when theunit is turned on again.

Surround SetupOnce the basic input setup has been completed,the next step is to set the surround mode youwish to use with an input. Since surroundmodes are a matter of personal taste, feel freeto select any mode you wish – you may change

it later. However, to make it easier to establishthe initial parameters for the AVR 320, it is bestto select Dolby Pro Logic II or Logic 7 for mostanalog inputs and Dolby Digital for inputs con-nected to digital sources. In the case of inputssuch as a CD Player, Tape Deck or Tuner, youmay wish to set the mode to Stereo (“Surroundoff”) as they are not typically used with multi-channel program material, where it is unlikelythat surround-encoded material will be used.Alternatively, the Logic 7 Music mode is a goodchoice for stereo-only source material.

It is easiest to complete the surround setupusing the full-OSD on-screen menus. From theMASTER menu (Figure 1), press the ⁄/¤Buttons n until the › cursor is next to theSURROUND SELECT menu. Press theSet Button p so that the SURROUNDSELECT menu (Figure 3) is on the screen.

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The first line on the SURROUNDSELECT menu allows you to configure theAVR for either standard 5.1 or advanced6.1/7.1 operation. With the on-screen › cursorat the SURR MODE line, press the SetButton p and then press the ‹ or ›Buttons o so that 5.1 is highlightedif you have five surround speakers installed, or6.1/7.1 if you have one or two speakersconnected to the Surround Back PreampOutputs through optional, external poweramplifiers.

Making this selection will set the surroundmode options for the AVR so that only the cor-rect modes for the number of speakers in yourspecific system will be available. Should youchange your system and add additional speak-ers at a later date, it is important to change thissetting so that advanced surround modes suchas Logic 7/7.1 and DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete andMatrix will be available.

When the desired selection is made, press theSet Button p to continue with the setupand configuration.

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Once the setting is made for 5.1 or 6.1/7.1operation, the default surround mode for aninput should be set. Each of the remaining fivelines on the menu (Figure 3) contains the vari-ous surround mode categories, and withinthose menus you may choose one of the sub-modes. Note that the list of specific sub-modesin some categories will vary according towhether 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 operation is chosen. Inaddition, some of the modes available in theAVR 320 will not appear unless a digital sourceis selected and playing the correct bitstream.

To select the mode that will be used as the ini-tial default for an input, first press the ⁄ /¤

Buttons n until the on-screen cursor is nextto the desired mode’s master category name.Next, press the Set Button p to view thesub-menu. Press the ‹/› Buttons o toscroll through the available choices, and thenpress the ¤ Button n so that the cursor isnext to BACK TO MASTER MENU tocontinue the setup process.

On the Dolby menu (Figure 4), the selectionchoices include Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic IIMusic, Dolby Pro Logic II Cinema, Dolby ProLogic II Emulation and Dolby 3 Stereo. A com-plete explanation of these modes is found onPage 26. Note that when the Dolby Digitalmode is selected there are additional settingsavailable for the Night mode.

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The Night mode is a feature of Dolby Digitalthat uses special processing to preserve thedynamic range and full intelligibility of a moviesound track while reducing the peak level. Thisprevents abruptly loud transitions from disturb-ing others, without reducing the sonic impact ofa digital source. Note that the Night mode isonly available when specially encoded DolbyDigital signals are played.

To adjust the Night mode setting for an inputfrom the menu, make certain that the › cursoris on the NIGHT line of the DOLBY menu.Next, press ‹/› Buttons o to choosebetween the following settings, as they appear

in the on-screen display:

OFF: When OFF is highlighted, the Nightmode will not function.

MID: When MID is highlighted, a mild com-pression will be applied.

MAX: When MAX is highlighted, a moresevere compression algorithm will be applied.

We recommend that you select the MID set-ting as a starting point and change to theMAX setting later, if desired.

Note that the Night mode may be adjusteddirectly any time that a Dolby Digital source isplaying by pressing the Night Mode Buttonl. When the button is pressed, the phrase D-RANGE will appear in the lower third ofthe video screen and in the Main InformationDisplay Y. Press the ⁄/¤ Button n with-in three seconds to select the desired setting.

When all settings for the surround setup havebeen made, press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n sothat the › cursor is next to BACK TOMASTER MENU, and press the Set Buttonp to return to the Master menu.

On the DTS menu, the selection choices madewith the ‹/› Buttons o on the remoteare determined by a combination of the type ofDTS program material in use and whether the5.1 or 6.1/7.1 speaker output configuration isin use. When either of the speaker configura-tions is in use, you may select either the Neo:6Music or Neo:6 Cinema mode when an analogsource is playing to deliver an enhanced 5.1-channel sound field.

When the 5.1 configuration is in use the AVRwill automatically select the 5.1 version of DTSprocessing when a DTS data stream is selected.When the 6.1/7.1 mode is selected, the DTS-ESDiscrete mode will automatically be activatedwhen a DTS source with the ES Discrete “flag”is in use. In these cases the DTS-ES ModeIndicator D will light. When a non-ES DTSdisc is in use, you may select the DTS-ES Matrixmode through this menu to create a full eight-speaker surround mode. See page 26 for acomplete explanation of the DTS modes.

On the Logic 7 menu, the selection choicesmade with the ‹/› Buttons o on theremote are determined by whether the 5.1 or6.1/7.1 speaker output configuration is in use.

In either case, the selection of a Logic 7 modeenables Harman Kardon’s exclusive Logic 7 pro-cessing to create fully enveloping, multichannelsurround from either two-channel Stereo orMatrix-encoded programming such as VHS cas-settes, laser discs or television broadcasts pro-duced with Dolby surround.

In the 5.1 configuration you may select theLogic 7/5.1 Music, Cinema or Enhanced modes.They work best with two-channel music, sur-round-encoded programs or standard two-channel programming of any type, respectively.When the 6.1/7.1 mode is selected, only theMusic and Cinema modes are available, and theoutput will be in a full eight-channel soundfield. Note that the Logic 7 modes are notavailable when either Dolby Digital or DTSDigital soundtracks are in use. See pages 26and 27 for a complete explanation of the DSPSurround modes.

On the DSP (SURR) menu, the selectionchoices made with the ‹/› Buttons oon the remote select from one of the DSP sur-round modes that are designed for use withtwo-channel stereo programs to create a varietyof sound field presentations. The choices avail-able are Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater, VMAx Near andVMAx Far. The Hall and Theater modes aredesigned for multichannel installations, whilethe two VMAx modes are optimized for use indelivering a full surround field when only thefront left and front right speakers are installed.See pages 26 and 27 for a complete explana-tion of the DSP surround modes.

On the STEREO menu, the selection choicesmade with the ‹/› Buttons o on theremote may either turn the surround processingoff for a traditional two-channel stereo presen-tation, or select 5 Stereo or 7 Stereodepending on whether the 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 out-put is in use. The latter modes feed a two-chan-nel presentation to all speakers, regardless ofthe number of speakers in use. See page 27 fora complete explanation of the 5 Stereo and 7Stereo modes. After the selections are made onthe Dolby, DTS, Logic 7, DSP (Surround) orstereo menus, press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n sothat the cursor moves to the BACK TOMASTER MENU line and presss the SetButton p.

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Speaker SetupThis menu tells the AVR 320 which type ofspeakers are in use. This is important as itadjusts the settings that determine whichspeakers receive low-frequency (bass) informa-tion. For each of these settings use theLARGE setting if the speakers for aparticular position are traditional full-rangeloudspeakers that are capable of reproducingsounds below 100Hz. Use the SMALL set-ting for smaller, frequency-limited satellitespeakers that do not reproduce sounds below100Hz. Note that when “small” speakers areused, a subwoofer is required to reproducelow-frequency sounds. Remember that the“large” and “small” descriptions do not referto the actual physical size of the speakers, butto their ability to reproduce low-frequencysounds. If you are in doubt as to which categorydescribes your speakers, consult the specifica-tions in the speakers’ owner’s manual, or askyour dealer.

After the selections are made on the DolbyDTS, Logic 7 DSP (Surr) or stereo menus, press⁄/¤ Buttons n, so that the cursor movesto the BACK TO MASTER MENU lineand press ther Set Button p.

It is easiest to enter the proper settings for thespeaker setup through the SPEAKERSETUP menu (Figure 5). If that menu is notalready on your screen from the prior adjust-ments, press the OSD Button v to bring upthe MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and thenpress the ¤ Button n twice so that the cur-sor is on the SPEAKER SETUP line. Atthis point, press the Set Button p to bringup the SPEAKER SETUP menu (Figure 5).

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When the SPEAKER SETUP menu firstappears, the on-screen cursor › will be at thetop of the list of speaker positions, pointingtoward the LEFT/RIGHT line, which setsthe configuration for the front left and rightspeakers. If you wish to make a change to thefront speakers’ configuration, press the ‹/›

Buttons o so that either LARGE orSMALL appears, matching the appropriate

description from the definitions shown above.

When SMALL is selected, low-frequencysounds will be sent only to the subwoofer out-put. If you choose this option and there is nosubwoofer connected, you will not hear any low-frequency sounds from the front channels.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range outputwill be sent to the front left and front right outputs. Depending on the choice made in the SUBWOOFER line in this menu, bassinformation may also be directed to the frontleft/right speakers, a subwoofer or both.

When you have completed your selection for thefront channel, press the ¤ Button n on theremote to move the cursor to CENTER.

Press the ‹/› Buttons o on the remoteto select the option that best describes your system,based on the speaker definitions shown below.

When SMALL is selected, low-frequency center channel sounds will be sent only to thesubwoofer output. If you choose this option andthere is no subwoofer connected, you will nothear low-frequency sounds from the center channel speaker.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range outputwill be sent to the center speaker output, andNO center channel signal will be sent to thesubwoofer output.

NOTE: If you choose Logic 7 as the surroundmode for the particular input source for whichyou are configuring your speakers, the AVR 320will not make the LARGE option available forthe center speaker. This is due to the require-ments of Logic 7 processing, and does not indi-cate a problem with your receiver.

When NONE is selected, no signals will besent to the center-channel output. The receiverwill operate in a “phantom” center channelmode and center-channel information will be sent to the left and right front channel outputs. When only front left and right speak-ers are used, with no center or surround speak-ers, VMAx is a good alternative mode.

When you have completed your selection forthe center channel, press the ¤ Button non the remote to move the cursor to SURROUND.

Press the ‹/› Buttons o on the remoteto select the option that best describes the sur-

round speakers in your system based on thespeaker definitions shown on this page.

When SMALL is selected, low-frequency surround channel sounds will be sent to thesubwoofer output only. If you choose thisoption and there is no subwoofer connected,you will not hear any low frequency soundsfrom the surround speakers.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range outputwill be sent to the surround channel outputs,and NO surround channel signals will be sentto the subwoofer output.

When NONE is selected, surround-soundinformation will be split between the front leftand front right outputs. For optimal perform-ance when no surround speakers are in use, theDolby 3 Stereo mode should be used.

If the 6.1/7.1 configuration has been selectedin the SURROUND SELECT menu, anadditional configuration line is available on themenu screen to set the speaker type for thespeakers connected to the Surround BackPreamp Outputs through an optional,external power amplifier. The choices and pro-cedure for configuring these speakers are iden-tical to those shown above for the main sur-round speakers.

When you have completed your selection for thesurround channels, press the ¤ Button n onthe remote to move the cursor to SUBWOOFER.

Press the ‹/› Buttons o on theremote to select the option that best describesyour system.

The choices available for the subwoofer posi-tion will depend on the settings for the otherspeakers, particularly the front left/right posi-tions.

If the front left/right speakers are set toSMALL, the subwoofer will automatically beset to SUB, which is the “on” position.

If the front left/right speakers are set toLARGE, three options are available:

• If no subwoofer is connected to theAVR 320, press the ‹/› Buttons oon the remote so that NONE appears inthe on-screen menu. When this option isselected, all bass information will be routedto the front left/right “main” speakers.

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• If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR 320,you have the option to have the frontleft/right “main” speakers reproduce bassfrequencies at all times, and have the sub-woofer operate only when the AVR 320 isbeing used with a digital source that con-tains a dedicated Low Frequency Effects, orLFE soundtrack. This allows you to use bothyour main and subwoofer speakers to takeadvantage of the special bass created forcertain movies. Press ‹/› Buttonso on the remote so that SUB(LFE) appears in the on-screen menu.

• If a subwoofer is connected and you wish touse it for bass reproduction in conjunctionwith the main front left/right speakers,regardless of the type of program source orSurround mode you are listening to, pressthe ‹/› Buttons o on the remote so that SUB LFE+L/R appears inthe on-screen menu. When this option isselected, a full-range signal will be sent tothe front left/right “main” speakers, and thesubwoofer will receive the bass frequenciesunder frequency selected in the next optionsetting on this menu, as described below.

When you have completed your selection for thesubwoofer, press the ¤ button n on theremote to change the cursor to SUB X-OVER FREQ. The subwoofer crossover set-ting may only be adjusted using the on-screendisplay system.

At this line, you will select the frequency atwhich bass information is directed to theSubwoofer Output ∞. The choices availablewill depend on the setting made previously forthe front left/right speakers. When makingthese selections, choose the crossover frequencythat is closest to that of your front left/rightspeakers, or the upper frequency limit of yoursubwoofer. This figure is normally printed in theowner’s manual or data sheet for the speakers;or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

• When the front speakers have been set toLARGE, the crossover choices are40 Hz or 60 Hz to match the typicalcrossover points of full range speakers.Choose the option that is closest to yourspeakers’ design.

• When the front speakers have been set toSMALL, the crossover choices are80 Hz or 100 Hz to match the typicalcrossover points of the smaller speakersused in satellite speaker systems. Choose

the option that is closest to your speakers’design.

When all speaker selections have been made,press the ¤ Button n and then the SetButton p to return to the Mastermenu.

Delay SettingsIf Dolby Digital or Dolby Pro Logic is selected asthe surround mode for an input, you may needto adjust the delay time setting. Note that thedelay time is not adjustable for any other modes.

Due to the different distances between the listening position for the front-channel speakersand the surround speakers, the amount of timeit takes for sound to reach your ears from thefront versus surround speakers differs. You maycompensate for this difference through the useof the delay settings to adjust the timing forthe speaker placement and acoustic conditionsin your listening room or home theater.

The factory setting is appropriate for mostrooms, but some installations create an uncom-mon distance between the front and surroundspeakers that may cause the arrival of front-channel sounds to become disconnected fromsurround-channel sounds.

To resynchronize the front and surround chan-nels, follow these steps:

1. Measure the distance from the listeningposition to the front speakers.

2. Measure the distance from the listeningposition to the surround speakers.

3. Subtract the distance to the surround speak-ers from the distance to the front speakers.

a. When setting the delay time for theDolby Digital surround modes, the opti-mal delay time is the result of that sub-traction. For example, if the front speak-ers are ten feet away and the surroundspeakers are five feet away, the optimaldelay time is figured as 10–5=5. Thus,in this example, the delay time for DolbyDigital should be set at five milliseconds.

b. When setting the delay time for the ProLogic mode, take the result of the sub-traction and add 15 to obtain the opti-mal delay time. For example, if the frontspeakers are ten feet away and the sur-

round speakers are five feet away, theoptimal delay time is figured as10–5+15=20. Thus, in this example, thePro Logic delay should be set at twentymilliseconds.

NOTE: The DTS, Logic 7 and DSP modes use afixed, nonadjustable delay time.

The Dolby Digital mode also includes a separatesetting for the Center Channel Delay mode,since the discrete nature of these signals makesthe location of the center-channel speaker morecritical. To calculate the delay for the centerchannel, measure the distance from the pre-ferred listening position in the center of theroom to both the center-channel speaker andeither the left or right speaker.

If the distances are equal, no further adjustmentis required and the center delay should be set tozero. If the distance to the front speakers isgreater than the distance to the center speaker,you may wish to reposition the speakers bymoving the front left and front right speakerscloser to the listening position or the centerspeaker further away from the listening position.

If repositioning of the speakers is not possible,adjust the center delay time, adding one milli-second of center-channel delay for every footcloser to the listening position the centerspeaker is than the front speakers. For example,if the front left and front right speakers areeach 10 feet from the listening position and thecenter-channel speaker is 8 feet away, the delayis figured as 10–8=2, suggesting an optimalcenter delay of 2 milliseconds.

To set the delay time for a specific input,the DELAY ADJUST menu (Figure 6)should be visible on your on-screen display. Ifthe system is not already at that point, pressthe OSD Button v to bring up the MAS-TER MENU, press the › Button n threetimes or until the on-screen › cursor is pointingat the DELAY ADJUST line. Press the Set Button p to call up the menu.

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If the Dolby Digital mode is selected, theCENTER DELAY line is where the firstadjustment is made. In that case, press the ‹/›

Buttons o until the number calculatedusing the formula shown above appears in thedisplay. When the CENTER DELAY isentered, press the ¤ Button n once tomove to the next line.

When the CENTER DELAY is set, or ifthe Dolby Pro Logic II mode is selected, the ›cursor will be at the SURR DELAY line sothat the delay for the surround speakers maybe set. Press the ‹/› Buttons o untilthe number calculated using the formulashown above appears in the display. When thedelay settings are complete, press the ¤Button n once so that the cursor is next tothe BACK TO MASTER MENU line andpress the Set Button p to return to theMASTER menu.

Output Level AdjustmentOutput level adjustment is a key part of theconfiguration of any surround-sound product. Itis particularly important for a digital receiversuch as the AVR 320, as correct outputs ensurethat you hear sound tracks with the properdirectionality and intensity.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Listeners are often con-fused about the operation of the surroundchannels. While some assume that soundshould always be coming from each speaker,most of the time there will be little or nosound in the surround channels. This isbecause they are only used when a moviedirector or sound mixer specifically placessound there to create ambience, a specialeffect or to continue action from the front ofthe room to the rear. When the output levelsare properly set, it is normal for surroundspeakers to operate only occasionally.Artificially increasing the volume to the rearspeakers may destroy the illusion of anenveloping sound field that duplicates the wayyou hear sound in a movie theater or concert hall.

Before beginning the output level adjustmentprocess, make certain that all speaker connec-tions have been properly made. The systemvolume should be set to the level that you willuse during a typical listening session. Finally,make certain that the Balance Control Ò isset to the center “12 o’clock” position.

Using EzSetHarman Kardon’s exclusive EzSet remote makesit possible to quickly and accurately set theAVR 320’s output levels without the use of asound pressure meter, although manual adjust-ment is also available. However, for the easiestset-up, follow these steps while seated in thelistening position that will be used most often:

1. Make certain that all speaker positionshave been properly configured for their“large” or “small” settings (as outlinedabove) and turn off the OSD system if it isin use.

2. Adjust the volume so that it is at -15, asshown in the on-screen display or MainInformation Display Y.

3. Hold the remote in front of you at arm’slength, being sure not to cover the EzSetSensor Microphone at the top ofthe remote.

4. Press and hold the SPL Indicator SelectButton for three seconds. Release itwhen the Program/SPL Indicator cstops flashing and and remains lit. Withinfive seconds, press the “5” Numeric Keyr on the remote if your system is config-ured for 5.1 operation with standardspeakers or the “7” Numeric Key r onthe remote if your system is configured for6.1/7.1 operation with a full speaker com-plement including rear surround speakers.Once the correct channel configurationbutton has been pressed the test noise willbe heard from the front left speaker.

5. At this point, EzSet will take over, adjustingthe output level of each channel so thatwhen the process is complete all levels willbe equal and at the set reference point.This process may take a few minutes,depending on the extent of adjustmentrequired.

6. During the adjustment, you will see thelocation of the channel position beingadjusted appear in the on-screen display (if connected) in the MainInformation Display Y, alternatingwith a readout of the output setting, rela-

tive to the reference volume level, and inthe Speaker/Channel Input IndicatorsQ where the letters for the channel beingadjusted will flash to indicate from whichchannel the test tone should be heard. Asthe adjustment proceeds, a few things willhappen simultaneously:

• The channel position being adjusted willflash in the Speaker/Channel InputIndicators Q. If the test noise is heardfrom a channel other than the one shownin the Indicator, there is an error in thespeaker connections. If this is the case,press the Test Button i TWICE tostop the adjustment. Then, turn the unitoff and verify that all speakers are con-nected to the proper Outputsnop and that any connectionsmade to rear surround speakers poweredby optional amplifiers through thePreamp Outputs are correct.

• As the individual channels are set, thechannel name and the adjustment offsetwill appear in the on-screen display (ifconnected) and the Main InformationDisplay Y. While the level is changing,the Program/SPL Indicator c willchange colors to reflect the output levelin relation to the reference. A red indica-tion shows that the level is too high,while an amber indication shows that thelevel is too low. When the indicator isgreen, the level is correct, and the testnoise will move to the next channel.

• While adjustments are being made, thered LED under the AVR Selector fwill flash. This is normal, and indicatesthat EzSet is operating.

7. After the test noise has circulated oncethrough each channel, it will send the toneto each channel once again, to verify thesettings.

8. After two complete circulations of thetone, the levels are set. The Program/SPLIndicator c will remain green at eachchannel. Upon completion of the secondcirculation, the Program/SPL Indicatorc will flash green twice and then goout. The tone will stop and the AVR 320will return to normal operation.

If you find that the output levels chosen byEzSet are either uncomfortably low or high, youmay repeat the procedure. Return to Step 2 andadjust the master volume either slightly higheror lower to accommodate your particular roomlayout and your tastes. You may repeat this pro-

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Manual Output Level AdjustmentOutput levels may also be adjusted manually,either to set them to a specific level with anSPL meter, or to make fine tuning adjustmentsto the levels obtained using the EzSet remote.

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Manual output level adjustment is most easilydone through the CHANNEL ADJUSTmenu (Figure 7). If you are already at the mainmenu, press the ¤ Button n until the on-screen › cursor is next to the CHANNELADJUST line. If you are not at the mainmenu, press the OSD Button v to bring upthe MASTER MENU (Figure 1), and thenpress the ¤ Button n four times so that theon-screen › cursor is next to the CHANNELADJUST line. Press the Set Button p tobring the CHANNEL ADJUST menu(Figure 7) to the screen.

As soon as the new menu appears, you willhear a test noise circulate from speaker tospeaker in a clockwise direction around theroom. The test noise will play for two secondsin each speaker before circulating, and a blink-ing on-screen cursor will appear next to thename of each speaker location when the soundis at that speaker.

NOTE: Remember to verify that the speakershave been properly connected. As the test noisecirculates, listen to make certain that the soundcomes from the speaker position shown in theMain Information Display Y. If the soundfrom a speaker location does NOT match theposition indicated in the display, turn theAVR 320 off using the Main Power Switch1 and check the speaker wiring or connec-tions to external power amplifiers to make cer-tain that each speaker is connected to the cor-rect output terminal.

After checking for speaker placement, let thetest noise circulate again, and listen to seewhich channels sound louder than the others.Using the front left speaker as a reference,press the ‹/› Buttons o on theremote to bring all speakers to the same vol-ume level. When one of the ‹/› buttons ispushed, the test noise circulation will pause onthe channel being adjusted to give you time tomake the adjustment. When you release thebutton, the circulation will resume after five seconds.

Continue to adjust the individual channels untilthe volume level sounds the same from eachspeaker. Note that adjustments should be madewith the ‹/› Buttons o on the remoteonly, NOT the main volume controls. If you areusing a sound-pressure level (SPL) meter forprecise level adjustment, set the volume so thatthe meter reads 75dB, C-Weighting Slow.

You may also adjust the output levels manuallywhile using the level indication feature of theEzSet remote. To activate the sensor and indicator, simply press and release the SPLIndicator Select Button on the remote while the test tone is circulating.The Program/SPL Indicator c will changecolor to indicate the level. Adjust the levelusing the ‹/› Buttons o until the LEDlights green for all channels. When it is red, thelevel is too high; when it is amber, the level istoo low. Press the SPL Indicator SelectButton when you are finished to turn the sensor and Indicator off.

NOTE: The subwoofer output level is notadjustable using the test tone. To change thesubwoofer level, follow the steps for OutputLevel Trim Adjustment on page 32.

When all channels have an equal volume level,the adjustment is complete. To exit this menu,press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n until the on-screen › cursor is next to the BACK TOMASTER MENU line, and then press theSet Button p to return to the MASTERmenu.

The output levels may also be adjusted at anytime using the remote control and semi-OSDsystem. To adjust the output levels in this fash-ion, press the Test Button i. As soon asthe button is pressed, the test tone will beginto circulate as indicated earlier. The correctchannel from which the test noise should be

heard will be shown in the lower third of thevideo screen and in the Main InformationDisplay Y. While the test noise is circulating,the proper channel position will also be indicated in the Speaker/Channel InputIndicators Q by a blinking letter within thecorrect channel.

To adjust the output level, press the ‹/›

Buttons o until the desired level isshown in the display or on screen. Once thebuttons are released, the test noise will beginto circulate again in five seconds.

When all channels have the same output level,press the Test Tone Selector i buttonagain to complete the process.

NOTE: Output level adjustment is not availablefor the VMAx or Surround Off mode.

Additional Input AdjustmentsAfter one input has been adjusted for Surroundmode, digital input (if any), speaker type, andoutput levels, go back to the IN/OUTSETUP line on the MASTER MENU andenter the settings for each input that you willuse. In most cases, only the digital input andsurround mode will be different from one inputto the next, while the speaker type, crossoverfrequency, Night mode and output level set-tings will usually be the same and may bequickly entered by entering the same data usedfor the original input.

Once the settings outlined on the previouspages have been made, the AVR 320 is readyfor operation. While there are some additionalsettings to be made, these are best done afteryou have had an opportunity to listen to a vari-ety of sources and different kinds of programmaterial. These advanced settings are describedon pages 34 to 35 of this manual. In addition,any of the settings made in the initial configu-ration of the unit may be changed at any time.As you add new or different sources or speak-ers, or if you wish to change a setting to betterreflect your listening taste, simply follow theinstructions for changing the settings for thatparameter as shown in this section.

Having completed the setup and configurationprocess for your AVR 320, you are about to experience the finest in music and home-theater listening. Enjoy!

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Surround Mode ChartMODE FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE

DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides up to five Center: 0 ms – 5 msseparate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low-Frequency Effects channel. Surround: 0 ms – 15 ms

DTS 5.1 When the speaker configuration is set for 5.1-channel operation, the DTS 5.1 mode is Delay time not adjustableavailable when DVD, audio-only music or laser discs encoded with DTS data are played.DTS 5.1 provides up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated low-frequency channel.

DTS-ES 6.1 Matrix When the speaker configuration is set for 6.1/7.1 operation, playback of a DTS-encoded program Delay time not adjustableDTS-ES 6.1 Discrete source will automatically trigger the selection of one of the two DTS-ES modes. Newer discs with

special DTS-ES discrete encoding will be decoded to provide six discrete, full-bandwidth channelsplus a separate low-frequency channel. All other DTS discs will be decoded using the DTS-ES Matrix mode, which creates a 6.1-channel sound field from the original 5.1-channel soundtrack.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II Dolby Pro Logic II is the latest version of Dolby Laboratory’s benchmark surround technology 15 ms – 30 msMOVIE that decodes full-range, discrete left, center right, right surround and left surround channels MUSIC from either matrix surround encoded programs and conventional stereo sources when EMULATION an analog input is in use. The Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode is optimized for movie soundtracks,

while the Pro Logic II Music mode should be used with musical selections. The Pro Logic II Emulation mode re-creates original Pro Logic processing for those who prefer that presentation.

Logic 7 Cinema Exclusive to Harman Kardon for AV receivers, Logic 7 is an advanced mode that extracts the Delay time not adjustableLogic 7 Music maximum surround information from either surround-encoded programs or conventional stereo Logic 7 Enhance material. Depending on the number of speakers in use and the selection made in the SURROUND

SELECT menu, the “5.1” versions of Logic 7 modes are available when the 5.1 option is chosen,while the “7.1” versions of Logic 7 produce a full sound field presentation, including back surround speakers when the “6.1/7.1” option is chosen. The Logic 7 C (or Cinema) mode should be used with any source that contains Dolby Surround or similar matrix encoding. Logic 7 C delivers increased center-channel intelligibility, and more accurate placement of sounds with fades and pans that are much smoother and more realistic than with other decoding techniques. The Logic 7 M or Music mode should be used with analog or PCM stereo sources. Logic 7 M enhances the listening experience by presenting a wider front soundstage and greater rear ambience. Both Logic 7 modes also direct low-frequency information to the subwoofer (if installed and configured) to deliver maximum bass impact. The Logic 7 E (or Enhance) mode, available only when the 5.1 option is chosen,is an extension of the Logic 7 modes that is primarily used with musical programs. Logic 7 adds additional bass enhancement that circulates low frequencies in the 40Hz to 120Hz range to the front and surround speakers to deliver a less localized soundstage that appears broader and wider than when the subwoofer is the sole source of bass energy.

DTS Neo:6 Cinema These two modes are available when any analog source is playing to create a six-channel Delay time not adjustableDTS Neo:6 Music surround presentation from conventional Matrix-encoded and traditional Stereo sources. Select

the Cinema version of Neo:6 when a program with any type of analog Matrix surround encoding is present. Select the Music version of Neo:6 for optimal processing when a nonencoded,two-channel stereo program is being played.

DOLBY 3 STEREO Uses the information contained in a surround-encoded or two-channel stereo program to No surround channelscreate center-channel information. In addition, the information that is normally sent to the rear-channel surround speakers is carefully mixed in with the front-left and front-right channels for increased realism. Use this mode when you have a center-channel speaker but no surround speakers.

THEATER The THEATER mode creates a sound field that resembles the acoustic feeling of a Delay time not adjustablestandard live performance theater.

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HALL 1 The two Hall modes create sound fields that resemble a small (HALL1) or Delay time not adjustableHALL 2 medium sized (HALL 2) concert hall.

VMAx Near When only the two front-channel loudspeakers are used, Harman’s patented VMAx mode No surround channelsVMAx Far delivers a three-dimensional sound space with the illusion of “phantom speakers” at the

center and surround positions. The VMAx N, or “Near Field” mode should be selected whenyour listening position is less than five feet from the speakers. The VMAx F, or “Far Field” modeshould be selected when your listening position is greater than five feet from the speakers.The VMAx modes are also available using the Headphones Output 4. When headphonesare being used, the Far Field mode will appear to push the sound field away from your ears,reducing the “inside the head” sensation often experienced when using headphones.

5-Channel Stereo This mode takes advantage of multiple speakers to place a stereo signal at both the front and No delay available in7-Channel Stereo back of a room. Depending on whether the AVR has been configured for either 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 these modes

operation, one of these modes, but not both, is available at any time. Ideal for playing music in situations such as a party, it places the same signal this mode at the front-left and surround-left,and front-right and surround-right speakers. The center channel is fed a summed mono mix of the in-phase material of the left and right channels.

SURROUND This mode turns off all surround processing and presents the pure left- and right- No surround channelsOFF (STEREO) channel presentation of two-channel stereo programs.

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Turning the AVR 320 On or Off• When using the AVR 320 for the first time, youmust press the Main Power Switch 1 on thefront panel to turn the unit on. This places theunit in a Standby mode, as indicated by theamber color of the Power Indicator 3 . Oncethe unit is in Standby, you may begin a listeningsession by pressing the System Power Control2 on the front panel or the AVR Selectorf∫. Note that the Power Indicator 3will turn green. This will turn the unit on andreturn it to the input source that was last used.The unit may also be turned on from Standby bypressing any of the Input Selector buttons onthe remote egç∂ or the Source but-ton % on the front panel.

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input SelectorButtons egç∂ to turn the unit on,press the AVR Selector f∫ to set theremote control to the AVR 320 functions.

To turn the unit off at the end of a listeningsession, simply press the System PowerControl 2 on the front panel or the PowerOff Button aå on the remote. Power willbe shut off to any equipment plugged into therear panel Switched AC Accessory Outlet‡ and the Power Indicator 3 will turnamber.

When the remote is used to turn the unit “off”it is actually placing the system in a Standbymode, as indicated by the amber color of thePower Indicator 3.

• To program the AVR 320 for automatic turn-off, press the Sleep Button jon the remote.Each press of the button will decrease the timebefore shut-down in the following sequence:

The sleep time will be displayed in the PresetNumber/Sleep Timer Indicator R and itwill count down until the time has elapsed.

When the programmed sleep time has elapsed,the unit will automatically turn off. Note thatthe front panel display will dim to one half

brightness when the Sleep function is programmed. To cancel the Sleep function,press and hold the Sleep Buttonj untilthe information display returns to normalbrightness, the Sleep indicator numbers disappear and the words SLEEP OFFappear in the Main Information Display Y.

When you will be away from home for anextended period of time it is always a goodidea to completely turn the unit off with thefront panel Main Power Switch 1.

NOTE: All preset memories are lost if the unit isleft turned off by using the Main PowerSwitch 1 for more than two weeks.

Source Selection• To select a source, press any of the SourceSelector Buttons on the remote egç∂.

• The input source may also be changed bypressing the front-panel Input SourceSelector Button %. Each press of the buttonwill move the input selection through the list ofavailable inputs.

• As the input is changed, the AVR 320 willautomatically switch to the digital input (ifselected), surround mode, speaker configura-tion, output levels, crossover frequency andnight mode status that were entered during theconfiguration process for that source.

• The front panel Video 4 Inputs Ô may beused to connect a device such as a video gameor camcorder to your home entertainmentsystem on a temporary basis.

• As the input source is changed, the new inputname will appear momentarily as an on-screendisplay in the lower third of the video display.The input name will also appear in the MainInformation Display Y and a green LED willlight next to the selected input’s name in thefront-panel Input Indicators ˆ.

• When an audio source is selected, the lastvideo input used remains routed to the VideoOutputs gi and Video Monitor Output¤. This permits simultaneous viewing and lis-tening to different sources.

• When a Video source is selected, the video sig-nal for that input will be routed to the VideoMonitor Output Jack ¤ and will be viewableon a TV monitor connected to the AVR 320.

Volume Control• Adjust the volume to a comfortable levelusing the front panel Volume Control ı orremote Volume Up/Down buttons.

• When listening in the Stereo mode, with thesurround circuits off, the Balance Control Òmay be used to adjust the relative sound outputbetween the left front and right front speakers.

• To temporarily silence all speaker outputs,press the Mute Button K . This willinterrupt the output to all speakers and theheadphone jack, but it will not affect anyrecording or dubbing that may be in progress.When the system is muted, the MUTEIndicator Z will light in the MainInformation Display ˜. Press the MuteButtons K again to return to normaloperation.

• During a listening session, you may wish toadjust the Bass Control and TrebleControl Ú to suit your listening tastes orroom acoustics.

• To set the output of the AVR 320 so that the output is “flat,” with the tone controls de-activated, press the Tone Mode Button 8once or twice so that the words Tone Outappear momentarily in the Main InformationDisplay Y. To return the tone controls to anactive condition, press the Tone Mode 8 but-ton once or twice so that the words ToneIn momentarily appear in the MainInformation Display Y.

• For private listening, plug the 1/4" stereophone plug from a pair of stereo headphonesinto the front panel Headphone Jack 4.Note that when the headphone’s plug is con-nected, the word HEADPHONE will scrollonce across the Main Information DisplayY and all speakers will be silenced. When theheadphone plug is removed, the audio feed tothe speakers will be restored. Note that youmay enjoy the VMAx modes through the head-phones for a wider sound field image.

Surround Mode SelectionOne of the most important features of the AVR320 is its ability to reproduce a full multichan-nel surround-sound field from digital sources,analog matrix surround-encoded programs andstandard stereo programs.

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NOTE: Once a program has been encoded withmatrix surround information, it retains the sur-round information as long as the program isbroadcast in stereo. Thus, movies with surroundsound may be decoded via any of the analogsurround modes such as Pro Logic II Cinema,Logic 7 Cinema or DTS Neo:6 Cinema, whenthey are broadcast via conventional TV stations,cable, pay-TV and satellite transmission. In addi-tion, a growing number of made-for-televisionprograms, sports broadcasts, radio dramas andmusic CDs are also recorded in surround sound.You may view a list of these programs at theDolby Laboratories Web site at www.dolby.com.

Even when a program is not listed as carryingintentional surround information, you may findthat the Pro Logic II, Logic 7 Enhanced (availableonly in the 5.1 configuration) or DTS Neo:6,VMAx and the Hall or Theater modes oftendeliver enveloping surround presentationsthrough the use of the natural information pres-ent in all stereo recordings. However, for stereo,but not surround programs, we suggest that youexperiment with the other modes.

Surround modes are selected using either thefront panel controls or the remote. To select asurround mode from the front panel, press theSurround Mode Selector 9 to scroll up ordown through the list of available modes. Toselect a surround mode using the remote, firstdetermine which of the surround mode cate-gories you wish to choose from and press thebutton corresponding to that category: DolbyModes 5w, DTS Surround 6x fromdigital sources, DTS Neo:6 & from analogsources, Logic 7 7y, DSP 9k modesor Stereo $ .

As you press any of the Mode Select Buttons567$&wxy (exceptthe Surround Mode Selector k as notedbelow) the surround mode name will scrollacross the Main Information Display Y. Letthe mode scroll so that you read the mode’sname, but if you wish to select another mode inthat category, press the button again beforethe mode name scrolls off to the left of theMain Information Display Y or on-screendisplay.

To select from the DSP modes (Hall 1, Hall 2,Theater, VMAx Near or VMAx Far), first pressthe Surround Mode Selector 9k.Next, either press the front panel selector 9repeatedly or press the ⁄ /¤ Buttons non the remote to scroll through the list of available modes.

An individual mode indicator will also light upDEGIJKLMN. As the surroundmodes change, a green LED will light next tothe current mode in the Surround ModeIndicators ˘ list on the front panel.

Note that the Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1, DTS-ES Matrix and DTS-ES Discrete modes may onlybe selected when a digital input is in use. Inaddition, when a digital source is present, theAVR 320 will automatically select and switch tothe correct mode, regardless of the mode thathas been previously selected. For more informa-tion on selecting digital sources, see the follow-ing section of this manual.

To listen to a program in traditional two-chan-nel stereo, using the front left and front right speakers only (plus the subwoofer, if installedand configured), press the Stereo Button$ until SURR OFF appears in theMain Information Display Y.

Digital Audio PlaybackDigital audio is a major advancement over olderanalog surround processing systems such asDolby Pro Logic. It delivers five discrete channels:left front, center, right front, left surround andright surround. Each channel reproduces full fre-quency range (20Hz to 20kHz) and offers dra-matically improved dynamic range and significantimprovements to signal-to-noise ratios. In addi-tion, digital systems have the capability to deliveran additional channel that is specifically devotedto low-frequency information. This is the “.1”channel referred to when you see these systemsdescribed as “5.1,” “6.1” or “7.1”. The basschannel is separate from the other channels, butsince it is intentionally bandwidth-limited, sounddesigners have given it that unique designation.

Dolby DigitalDolby Digital is a standard part of DVD, and isavailable on specially encoded LD discs and satel-lite broadcasts and it is a part of the new high-definition television (HDTV) system.

Note that an optional, external RF demodulatoris required to use the AVR 320 to listen to theDolby Digital sound tracks available on laserdiscs. Connect the RF output of the LD player

to the demodulator and then connect the digi-tal output of the demodulator to the Opticalor Coaxial Inputs *Ó of the AVR320. No demodulator is required for use withDVD players or DTS-encoded laser discs.

DTSDTS is another digital audio system that iscapable of delivering 5.1 or 6.1 discrete ormatrix soundfield reproduction. Although bothDTS and Dolby Digital are digital, they use dif-ferent methods of encoding the signals, andthus they require different decoding circuits toconvert the digital signals back to analog.

DTS-encoded sound tracks are available onselect DVD and LD discs, as well as on specialaudio-only DTS discs. You may use any LD orCD player equipped with a digital output toplay DTS-encoded discs with the AVR 320. Allthat is required is to connect the player’s out-put to either the Optical or Coaxial Input onthe rear panel or front panel *Ó.

In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTSsound tracks, the DVD player must be compati-ble with the DTS signal as indicated by a DTSlogo on the player’s front panel. Note that earlyDVD players may not be able to play DTS-encoded DVDs. This does not indicate a prob-lem with the AVR 320, as some players cannotpass the DTS signal through to the digital out-puts. If you are in doubt as to the capability ofyour DVD player to handle DTS discs, consultthe player’s owner’s manual.

Selecting a Digital SourceTo utilize either digital mode, you must haveproperly connected a digital source to theAVR 320. Connect the digital outputs fromDVD players, HDTV receivers, satellite systemsor CD players to the Optical or CoaxialInputs *Ó. In order to provide abackup signal and a source for analog stereorecording, the analog outputs provided on digi-tal source equipment should also be connectedto their appropriate inputs on the AVR 320 rearpanel (e.g., connect the analog stereo audiooutput from a DVD to the DVD Audio Inputs§ on the rear panel when you connect thesource’s digital outputs).

If you have not already configured an input fora digital source using the on-screen menus asshown on page 21, first select the input usingthe remote or front panel controls as outlinedin this manual. Next, select the digital sourceby pressing the Digital Select ButtonqÛ and then using the ⁄/¤ Buttons n

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on the remote or the Selector Buttons 7$on the front panel to choose any of theOPTICAL or COAXIAL inputs, as theyappear in the Main Information Display Ydisplay indicator BF or on-screen display.When the digital source is playing, the AVR 320will automatically detect whether it is a multi-channel Dolby Digital, DTS source, MP3 or aconventional PCM signal, which is the standardoutput from CD players. A BitstreamIndicator A will light in the MainInformation Display ˜ to confirm that thedigital signal is Dolby Digital, DTS or PCM.

Digital Status IndicatorsWhen a digital source is playing, the AVR 320senses the type of bitstream data that is pres-ent. Using this information, the correct sur-round mode will automatically be selected. Forexample, DTS bitstreams will cause the unit toswitch to DTS decoding, and Dolby Digital bit-streams will enable Dolby Digital decoding.When the unit senses PCM data from CDs andLDs, it will allow the appropriate surroundsources to be selected manually. Since therange of available surround modes is depend-ent on the type of digital data that is present,the AVR 320 uses a variety of indicators to letyou know what type of signal is present. Thiswill help you to understand the choice ofmodes.

When a digital source is playing, a BitstreamIndicator A will light to show which type ofsignal is playing:

DOLBY D: When the DOLBY D indicatorlights, a Dolby Digital bitstream is beingreceived. Depending on the settings on thesource player and specific surround informationand number of channels on the disc, a numberof surround modes are possible. For discs withfull 5.1 audio, only the Dolby Digital and VMAxmodes are available.

DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS bit-stream is being received. When the unit sensesthis type of data, only the applicable DTS modemay be used. The ES portion of the DTS indica-tor will light only if you have selected 6.1/7.1Surround Mode option in the Surround Selectmenu (see page 20 for further information).

PCM: When the PCM indicator lights, a stan-dard Pulse Code Modulation, or PCM, signal isbeing received. This is the type of digital audioused by conventional compact disc and laserdisc recordings. When a PCM bitstream is pres-ent, all modes except Dolby Digital and DTS are

available.

MP3: When the MP3 indicator lights, a com-patible MPEG 1/Layer 3 digital signal is beingreceived. This is the popular audio format usedby many computer programs for recording com-pressed audio files. When an MP3 bitstream ispresent, the sound will automatically be playedin the Stereo (Surround Off) mode. The sur-round modes are not available during MP3playback.

In addition to the bitstream indicators, the AVR 320 features a set of unique channel-inputindicators that tell you how many channels ofdigital information are being received and/orwhether the digital signal is interrupted. (SeeFigure 8.)

Figure 8

These indicators are the L/C/R/LFE/SL/SR/SBL/SBR letters that are inside the center boxes ofthe Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Qin the front panel Main Information Display˜. When a standard analog signal is in use,only the “L” and “R” indicators will light, asanalog signals have only left and right channels.

Digital signals, however, may have two, five, sixor seven separate channels, depending on theprogram material, the method of transmissionand the way in which it was encoded. When adigital signal is playing, the letters in these indi-cators will light in response to the specific sig-nal being received. It is important to note thatalthough Dolby Digital, for example, is referredto as a “5.1” system, not all Dolby DigitalDVDs or programs are encoded for 5.1. Thus, itis sometimes normal for a DVD with a DolbyDigital soundtrack to trigger only the “L” and“R” indicators.

NOTE: Many DVD discs are recorded with both“5.1” and “2.0” versions of the same sound-track. When playing a DVD, always be certainto check the type of material on the disc. Mostdiscs show this information in the form of alisting or icon on the back of the disc jacket.When a disc does offer multiple soundtrackchoices, you may have to make some adjust-ments to your DVD player (usually with the“Audio Select” button or in a menu screen on

the disc) to send a full 5.1 feed to the AVR320. It is also possible for the type of signalfeed to change during the course of a DVDplayback. In some cases, the previews of specialmaterial will only be recorded in 2.0 audio,while the main feature is available in 5.1 audio.The AVR 320 will automatically sense changesto the bitstream and channel count and reflectthem in these indicators.

The letters used by the Speaker/ChannelInput Indicators Q also flash to indicatewhen a bitstream has been interrupted. Thiswill happen when a digital input source isselected before the playback starts, or when adigital source such as a DVD is paused. Theflashing indicators remind you that the play-back has stopped due to the absence of a digi-tal signal and not through any fault of theAVR 320. This is normal, and the digital play-back will resume once the playback is startedagain.

Night ModeA special feature of Dolby Digital is the Nightmode, which enables specially encoded DolbyDigital input sources to be played back with fulldigital intelligibility while reducing the mini-mum peak level by 1/4 to 1/3. This preventsabruptly loud transitions from disturbing others,without reducing the impact of the digitalsource. The Night mode is available only whenDolby Digital signals with special data arebeing played.

The Night mode may be engaged when a DolbyDigital DVD is playing by pressing the NightMode Button l on the remote. Next, pressthe ⁄/¤ Buttons n to select either themiddle range or full compression versions ofthe Night mode. To turn the Night mode off,press the ⁄/¤ Buttons n until the mes-sage in the lower third of the video display andthe Main Information Display Y reads D-Range Off.

The Night mode may also be selected to alwaysbe on at either level of compression using theoptions in the Surround Selectmenu. See page 22 for information on usingthe menus to set this option.

IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL PLAYBACK:• When the digital playback source is stopped,or in a pause, fast forward or chapter searchmode, the digital audio data will momentarilystop, and the channel position letters inside theSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators Q will

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flash. This is normal and does not indicate aproblem with either the AVR 320 or the sourcemachine. The AVR 320 will return to digitalplayback as soon as the data is available andwhen the machine is in a standard play mode.

• Although the AVR 320 will decode virtually allDVD movies, CDs and HDTV sources, it is possi-ble that some future digital sources may not becompatible with the AVR 320.

• Note that not all digitally encoded programscontain full 5.1-channel audio. Consult the pro-gram guide that accompanies the DVD or laserdisc to determine which type of audio has beenrecorded on the disc. The AVR 320 will auto-matically sense the type of digital surroundencoding used and adjust to accommodate it.

• When a digital source is playing, you may notbe able to select some of the analog surroundmodes such as Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby 3,Stereo, Hall, Theater or Logic 7.

• When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is play-ing, it is not possible to make an analogrecording using the Tape Outputs ¢ andVideo 1 or Video 2 Audio Outputs .However, the digital signals will be passedthrough to the Digital Audio Outputs⁄Ó.

PCM Audio PlaybackPCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the non-com-pressed digital audio system used for compactdiscs and laser discs. The digital circuits in theAVR 320 are capable of high-quality digital-to-analog decoding, and they may be connecteddirectly to the digital audio output of your CDor LD player.

Connections may be made to either the rearpanel Optical or Coaxial Inputs or thefront panel Digital Inputs *Ó.

To listen to a PCM digital source, first select theinput for the desired source (e.g., CD). Nextpress the Digital Select Button Û q andthen use the ⁄/¤ Buttons n on theremote, or the Selector Buttons7$ on thefront panel, until the desired choice appears inthe Main Information Display Y.

When a PCM source is playing, the PCMIndicator A will light. During PCM playback,you may select any Surround mode exceptDolby Digital or DTS.

MP3 Audio PlaybackThe AVR 320 is one of the first A/V receivers toprovide on-board decoding for the MP3 audioformat used by computers and portable audiodevices. Also, some new CD players are capableof playing back optical discs that are recordedwith MP3, rather than standard CD audio infor-mation. By offering MP3 decoding, the AVR320 is able to deliver precise conversion of thedigital signals to an analog output, along withthe benefits of listening to the MP3 audiothrough the AVR 320’s high-current amplifierand the speakers from your surround system,rather than the smaller speakers and low-pow-ered amplifiers typically used with computers.

To take advantage of the AVR 320’s MP3 capa-bilities, simply connect the PCM output of acomputer’s sound card or the PCM output of aportable digital audio device to either the rearpanel Digital Inputs or the frontpanel Digital Inputs *Ó. When the digitalsignal is available, the MP3 BitstreamIndicator A will light, and the audio willbegin playing.

NOTES:• The AVR 320 is only capable of playing sig-nals in the MP3 (MPEG 1/Layer 3) format. It isnot compatible with other computer audiocodecs.

• The digital audio input signal may be eitheroptical or coaxial, but the signal must be in thePCM format. Direct connection of USB or serialdata outputs is not possible, even though thesignals are in the MP3 format. If you have anyquestions about the data output format fromyour computer or a sound card, check with thedevice’s owner’s manual or contact the manu-facturer’s technical support area.

• If your computer or sound card’s digital out-put is not capable of direct connection to theAVR, you may use an optional, externaltranscoder, such as those available fromHarman Kardon to convert the USB output of acomputer to a format compatible with the AVR.Contact your Harman Kardon dealer for addi-tional details.

Tuner Operation

The AVR 320’s tuner is capable of tuning AM,FM and FM Stereo broadcast stations. Stationsmay be tuned manually, or they may be storedas favorite station presets and recalled from a30-position memory.

Station Selection1. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select Buttongç on the remote to select the tuner asan input. The tuner may be selected from thefront panel by either pressing the InputSource Selector % until the tuner is activeor by pressing the Tuner Band Selector !at any time.

2. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select Buttongç or Tuner Band Selector ! againto switch between AM and FM so that thedesired frequency band is selected.

3. Press the FM Mode ^ or Tun-M Buttons to select manual or automatic tuning.

When the AUTO Indicator X is illuminated inthe Main Information Display Y the tunerwill only stop at those stations that have astrong enough signal to be received with acceptable quality.

When the AUTO Indicator X is not illumin-ated, the tuner is in a manual mode and willstop at each frequency increment in the select-ed band.

4. To select stations, press the TuningSelector Button )ué. When theAUTO Indicator X is illuminated, press thebutton for two seconds and then release tocause the tuner to search for the next highestor lowest frequency station that has an accept-able signal. When tuning FM stations in theAuto mode, the tuner will only select stereostations. To tune to the next station, press thebutton again. If the STEREO Indicator Vis not illuminated, tap the Tuning SelectorButton )ué to advance one frequencyincrement at a time, or press and hold it tolocate a specific station. When the TUNEDIndicator W lights, the station is properlytuned and should be heard with clarity.

5. Stations may also be tuned directly by press-ing the Direct Button t, and then pressingthe Numeric Keys r that correspond to thestation’s frequency. The desired station willautomatically be tuned. If you press an incor-rect button while entering a direct frequency,press the Clear Button to start over.

NOTE: When the FM reception of a station isweak, audio quality will be increased byswitching to Mono mode by pressing the FMMode Button ^s until the STEREOIndicator V goes out.

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Preset TuningUsing the remote, up to 30 stations may bestored in the AVR 320’s memory for easy recallusing the front panel controls or the remote.

To enter a station into the memory, first tunethe station using the steps outlined above.Then:

1. Press the Memory Button on theremote. Note that the MEMORY IndicatorU will be illuminated and flash in the MainInformation Display ˜.

2. Within five seconds, press the NumericKeys r corresponding to the location whereyou wish to store this station’s frequency. Onceentered, the preset number will appear in thePreset Number/Sleep Timer R display.

3. Repeat the process after tuning any addition-al stations to be preset.

Recalling Preset Stations• To manually select a station previouslyentered in the preset memory, press theNumeric Keys r that correspond to thedesired station’s memory location.

• To manually tune through the list of storedpreset stations one by one, press the PresetStations Selector Buttons # © onthe front panel or remote.

Tape Recording

In normal operation, the audio or video sourceselected for listening through the AVR 320 issent to the record outputs. This means that anyprogram you are watching or listening to maybe recorded simply by placing machines con-nected to the outputs for Tape Outputs ¢ orVideo 1 or 2 Outputs gi in therecord mode.

When a digital audio recorder is connected tothe Digital Audio Outputs ⁄Ó, you areable to record the digital signal using a CD-R,MiniDisc or other digital recording system. Inorder to record using the Digital Coax 3Output Ó, you must set this connection to anoutput using the IN/OUT SETUP menuas described below and on page 20.

Front Panel Connections

In addition to the rear panel digital outputs, theAVR 320 offers Harman Kardon’s exclusive con-figurable front panel output jack feature. Foreasy connection of portable devices, you may

switch the front panel Digital Coax Jack Ófrom an input to an output by following thesesteps:

1.Press the OSD Button v to view the MASTER MENU (Figure 1).

2.Press the Set Button p to enter theIN/OUT SETUP menu (Figure 2).

3.Press the ¤ Button n so that the on-screen › cursor is next to COAXIAL 3.

4.Press the Set Button p and then presseither of the ‹/› Buttons o/ so thatthe word IN is highlighted.

5.Press the Set Button p to enter thechange.

6.Press the OSD Button v to exit themenus and return to normal operation.

Note that once the setting is made, theInput/Output Status Indicator ( will turnred, indicating that the front panel DigitalCoax Input Jack Ó is now an output,instead of in the default setting as an input.Once changed to an output, the setting willremain as long as the AVR 320 is turned on,unless the setting is changed in the OSD menusystem, as described above. Note, however, thatonce the AVR 320 is turned off, the setting iscancelled. When the unit is turned on again,the front panel Digital Coax Input Jack Ówill return to its normal default setting as an input. If you wish to use this jack as an output at a future time, the setting must be changed again using the OSD menu system,as described above.

NOTES:• The digital outputs are active only when a

digital signal is present, and they do not con-vert an analog input to a digital signal, orchange the format of the digital signal. Inaddition, the digital recorder must be com-patible with the output signal. For example,the PCM digital input from a CD player maybe recorded on a CD-R or MiniDisc, but DolbyDigital or DTS signals may not.

• Please make certain that you are aware ofany copyright restrictions on any material youcopy. Unauthorized duplication of copyrightedmaterials is prohibited by federal law.

Output Level Trim Adjustment

Normal output level adjustment for the AVR320 is established using the test tone, as out-lined on pages 23 and 24. In some cases, how-ever, it may be desirable to adjust the outputlevels using program material such as a testdisc, or a selection you are familiar with.Additionally, the output level for the subwoofercan only be adjusted using this procedure.

To adjust the output levels using programmaterial, first set the reference volume for thefront left and front right channels using theVolume Control ı î.

If you are using a disc with test signals or anexternal signal generator as the source fromwhich to trim the output levels, you may usethe EzSet feature of the remote to guide you tothe correct SPL level. To use the remote for thispurpose, press and quickly release the SPLIndicator Select to activate the sensor.While the test tone is circulating, theProgram/SPL Indicator c will change colorto indicate the level. Adjust the level as shownabove until the LED lights green for all chan-nels. When it is red the level is too high; whenit is amber the level is too low. Press the SPLIndicator Select to turn the sensor andindicator off.

Once the reference level has been set, pressthe Channel Select button mÙ and notethat FRONT L LEV will appear in theMain Information Display Y. To changethe level, first press the Set Button p@ ,and then use the Selector Buttons 7$ orthe ⁄/¤ Buttons n to raise or lower thelevel. DO NOT use the volume control, as thiswill alter the reference setting.

Once the change has been made, press the SetButton p@ and then press the SelectorButtons 7$ or the ⁄/¤ buttons n toselect the next output channel location that youwish to adjust. To adjust the subwoofer level,press the Selector Buttons 7$ or the⁄/¤ Buttons n until WOOFER LEVappears in the Main Information Display Yor on-screen display.

Press the Set Button p@ when the nameof the desired channel appears in the MainInformation Display Y and on-screen dis-play, and follow the instructions shown earlierto adjust the level.

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Repeat the procedure as needed until all chan-nels requiring adjustment have been set. Whenall adjustments have been made and no furtheradjustments are made for five seconds, the AVR 320 will return to normal operation.

The channel output for any input may also beadjusted using the full-OSD on-screen menusystem. First, set the volume to a comfortablelistening level using the Volume Controlı î. Then, press the OSD Button vto bring up the MASTER MENU (Figure 1).Press the ¤ Button n four times until theon-screen › cursor is next to the CHANNELADJUST line. Press the Set Button p@to activate the CHANNEL ADJUST menu.

Once the menu appears on your video screen,first use the ⁄/¤ Buttons n to move theon-screen › cursor so that it is next to theTEST TONE line. Press the ‹/› Buttonso so that OFF is highlighted. This willturn off the test tone and allow you to use yourexternal test disc or other source material asthe reference. Then, use the ⁄/¤ Buttonsn to select the channels to be adjusted. Ateach channel position use the ‹/› Buttonso to change the output level.Remember, the goal is to have the output levelat each channel be equal when heard at thelistening position.

If you wish to reset all the levels to their origi-nal factory default of 0dB offset, press the⁄/¤ Buttons n so that the on-screen cur-sor is next to the CHANNEL RESET lineand press the ‹/› Buttons o so thatthe word ON is highlighted. After the levelsare reset, resume the procedure outlined aboveto reset the levels to the desired settings. Whenall adjustments are done, press the ⁄/¤Buttons n to move the on-screen › cursorso that it is next to RETURN TO MAS-TER MENU and then press the Set Buttonp if you wish to go back to the main menu

to make other adjustments. If you have noother adjustments to make, press the OSDButton v to exit the menu system.

NOTE: The output levels may be separatelytrimmed for each digital and analog surroundmode. If you wish to have different trim levels fora specific mode, select that mode and then followthe instructions in the steps shown earlier.

6-Channel/8-Channel Direct InputThe AVR 320 is equipped for future expansionthrough the use of optional, external adaptersfor formats that the AVR 320 may not be capable of processing or to allow connection to the output of high-resolution optical audio playback systems such as DVD-Audio or SACD.When a device with six-channel outputs (5.1audio) is used, connect the source device to the 6-Channel Direct Inputs ª. When a devicewith eight-channel outputs (7.1) audio is used,connect the additional Surround Back Left (SBL)and Surround Back Right (SBR) outputs to the8-Channel Direct Inputs ‚ on the AVR. Toselect these inputs, press the 6-Channel/8-Channel Direct Button h on the remoteuntil the desired input configuration appears inthe Main Information Display Y.

Note that when the 6-Channel or 8-ChannelDirect Input is in use, you may not select a sur-round mode, as the external decoder deter-mines the processing in use. In addition, thereis no signal at the record outputs or bass man-agement when the 6-Channel or 8-ChannelDirect Input is in use.

Memory BackupThis product is equipped with a memory back-up system that preserves the system configura-tion information and tuner presets if the unit isaccidentally unplugged or subjected to a poweroutage. This memory will last for approximatelytwo weeks, after which time all informationmust be reentered.

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The AVR 320 is equipped with a number ofadvanced features that add extra flexibility tothe unit’s operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, theyprovide additional options that you may wish to use.

Display BrightnessThe AVR 320’s Main Information Display˜ is set at a default brightness level that issufficient for viewing in a normally lit room.However, in some home-theater installations,you may wish to occasionally lower the bright-ness of the display, or turn it off completely.

To change the display brightness setting for aspecific listening session, you will need to makean adjustment in the ADVANCED menu. Tostart the adjustment, press the OSD Buttonv to bring the MASTER MENU to thescreen. Press the ¤ Button n six times, untilthe on-screen › cursor is next to theADVANCED line. Press the Set Button pto enter the ADVANCED menu (Figure 9).

Figure 9

To change the brightness setting, at theADVANCED menu, make certain that theon-screen › cursor is next to the VFD line,and press the › Button until the desiredbrightness level is highlighted in the video dis-play. When FULL is highlighted, the display isat its normal brightness. When HALF is high-lighted, the display is at half the normal bright-ness level. When OFF is highlighted, all of theindicators in the Main Information Display˜ will go dark. Note, however, that the greenLEDs for the Input Indicators ˆ and theSurround Mode Indicators ˘, as well asfor the Power Indicator 3, will alwaysremain lit to remind you that the unit is turnedon.

The display brightness may also be changed bypressing and holding the Set Button @ onthe front for three seconds until the message inthe Main Information Display Y readsVFD FULL. Within five seconds, press thefront panel Selector Buttons 7$ until the

desired brightness display level is shown. Atthat point, press the Set Button @ again toenter the setting.

Once the desired brightness level is selected, itwill remain in effect until it is changed again oruntil the unit is turned off.

If you wish to make other adjustments, pressthe ⁄/¤ Buttons n until the on-screen ›cursor is next to the desired setting or theRETURN TO MASTER MENU line andpress the Set Button p. If you have noother adjustments to make, press the OSDButton v to exit the menu system.

Turn-On Volume LevelAs is the case with most audio/video receivers,when the AVR 320 is turned on, it will alwaysreturn to the volume setting in effect when theunit was turned off. However, you may prefer toalways have the AVR 320 turn on at a specific setting, regardless of what was last in usewhen the unit was turned off. To change thedefault condition so that the same volume levelis always used at turn-on, you will need tomake an adjustment in the ADVANCEDmenu. To start the adjustment, press the OSDButton v to bring the MASTER MENU(Figure 1) to the screen. Press the ¤ Buttonn six times, until the on-screen › cursor isnext to the ADVANCED line. Press the SetButton p to enter the ADVANCED menu(Figure 9).

At the ADVANCED menu make certain thatthe on-screen › cursor is next to theVOLUME DEFAULT line by pressing the⁄/¤ Buttons n as needed. Next, press the› Button so that the word ON is high-lighted in the video display. Next, press the ¤Button n once so that the on-screen › cur-sor is next to the DEFAULT VOL SETline. To set the desired turn-on volume, pressthe ‹/› Buttons o until the desiredvolume level is shown on the DEFAULTVOL SET line. Note that this setting mayNOT be made with the regular volume controls.

NOTE: Since the setting for the turn-on volumecannot be heard while the setting is beingmade, you may wish to determine the settingbefore making the adjustment. To do this, listento any source and adjust the volume to thedesired level using the regular volume controlsı î. When the desired volume level tobe used at turn-on is reached, make a note ofthe setting as it appears in the lower third ofthe video screen or in the Main Information

Display Y. (A typical volume level will appearas a negative number such as –25dB.) Whenmaking the adjustment, use the ‹/› Buttonso to enter this setting.

Unlike some of the other adjustments in thismenu, the turn-on volume default will remainin effect until it is changed or turned off in thismenu, even when the unit is turned off.


Semi-OSD SettingsThe semi-OSD system places one-line messagesat the lower third of the video display screenwhenever the Volume, Input Source, Surroundmode or tuner frequency of any of the configu-ration settings are changed. The semi-OSD sys-tem is helpful in that it enables you to havefeedback on any control changes or remotecommands using the video display when it isdifficult to view the front panel displays.However, you may occasionally prefer to turnthese displays off for a particular listening ses-sion. You may also want to adjust the length oftime the displays remain on the screen. Both ofthose options are possible with the AVR 320.

To turn off the semi-OSD system, you will needto make an adjustment in the ADVANCEDmenu (Figure 9). To start the adjustment, pressthe OSD Button v to bring the MASTERMENU to the screen. Press the ¤ Buttonn six times, until the on-screen ¤ cursor isnext to the ADVANCED line. Press the SetButton p to enter the ADVANCEDmenu.

At the ADVANCED menu, make certain thatthe on-screen › cursor is next to the SEMIOSD DEFAULT line by pressing the ⁄/¤

Buttons n as needed. Next, press the ›Button so that the word OFF is high-lighted in the video display.

Note that this setting is temporary and willremain active only until it is changed or untilthe AVR 320 is turned off. Once the unit isturned off, the semi-OSD displays will remainactivated, even if they were switched off for theprevious listening session.

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To change the length of time that the semi-OSDdisplays remain on the screen, go to theADVANCED menu as outlined earlier, andpress the ⁄/¤ Buttons n as needed, untilthe on-screen › cursor is next to the SEMIOSD TIME OUT line. Next, press the ‹/›

Buttons o until the desired time in sec-onds is displayed. Note that unlike most of theother options in this menu, this is a permanentsetting change, and the time-out entry willremain in effect until it is changed, even whenthe unit is turned off.


Full-OSD Time-Out AdjustmentThe FULL OSD menu system is used to sim-plify the setup and adjustment of the AVR 320,using a series of on-screen menus. The factorydefault setting for these menus leaves them onthe screen for 20 seconds after a period ofinactivity before they disappear from the screen(Time-Out). Time-Out is a safety measure toprevent image retention of the menu text inyour monitor or projector, which might happenif it were left on indefinitely. However, someviewers may prefer a slightly longer or shorterperiod before the Time Out display.

To change the Full-OSD Time-Out, you will needto make an adjustment in the ADVANCEDmenu (Figure 9). To start the adjustment, pressthe OSD Button v to bring the MASTERmenu to the screen. Press the ¤ Button nsix times, until the on-screen ¤ cursor is nextto the ADVANCED line. Press the SetButton p to enter the ADVANCED menu(Figure 9).

At the ADVANCED menu (Figure 9) makecertain that the on-screen › cursor is next tothe FULL OSD TIME OUT line by press-ing the ⁄/¤ Buttons n as needed. Next,press the ‹/› Buttons o/ until thedesired time is displayed in seconds. Note thatunlike most of the other options in this menu,this is a permanent setting change, and theTime-Out entry will remain in effect until it ischanged, even if the unit is turned off.


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Multiroom Operation

The AVR 320 is fully equipped to operate as the control center for a multiroom systemwith optional remote external infrared (IR) sen-sors, speakers and power amplifiers. Althoughsome multiroom installations will require theservices of a specially trained installer, it is pos-sible for the average do-it-yourself hobbyist toinstall a simple remote room system.

InstallationThe key to remote room operation is to link theremote room to the AVR 320’s location withwire for an infrared link and speakers or anamplifier. For installation instructions forMultiroom use, see page 16.

Multiroom SetupOnce the audio and IR link connections havebeen made, the AVR 320 needs to be configuredfor multiroom operation using the steps below.Press the OSD Button v to bring the MASTER menu (Figure 1) to the screen.Press the ¤ Button n five times, until theon-screen › cursor is next to the MULTI-ROOM line. Press the Set Button p toenter the MULTI-ROOM menu (Figure 10).

Figure 10

When the MULTI-ROOM menu appears,the on-screen › cursor will be at theMULTI-ROOM line. Since this line is usedto turn the system on and off, do not make anadjustment here unless you wish to turn thesystem on at this time. To turn the system on,press the › Button so that ON is high-lighted. If you do not wish to turn the systemon at this time or to proceed to the next step,press the ¤ Button n once so that the ›on-screen cursor is next to the MULTI INline.

At the MULTI IN line, press the ‹/›

Buttons o until the desired input to themultiroom system appears in the highlightedvideo. When the selection has been made,press the ¤ Button n once so that the › on-screen cursor is next to the MULTIVOL line.

At the MULTI VOL line, press the ‹/›

Buttons o until the desired volumelevel for the multiroom system is entered. DONOT use the regular volume control knobs forthis setting. When all settings for the multiroomsetup have been made, press the ⁄/¤

Buttons n until the on-screen › cursor isnext to the RETURN TO MASTERMENU line. If you have no other adjustmentsto make, press the OSD Button v to exitthe menu system.

Multiroom OperationWhen operating the AVR 320 from a remoteroom location where an IR sensor link has beenconnected to the AVR 320’s rear panelMultiroom IR Input f, you may use eitherthe main remote control or the Zone II remote.To turn on the multiroom feed, press any of theInput Selector buttons on the Zone II remote∫ç∂ or the main remote efg.Press the AVR Selector f∫ to turn theunit on to the last source, or any of the otherSelector buttons to turn on to a specific source.

As long as an IR feed to the AVR 320 has beenestablished from the remote room, using any ofthe buttons on either remote will control theremote location volume î, change thetuner frequency uÉ, change the tuner preset © or mute the output ˚.

If the Remote IR Output Jack d on theAVR 320 is connected to an IR Input jack oncompatible Harman Kardon audio componentssuch as CD, DVD or cassette players, the trans-port functions of those machines may also be controlled using the Transport Controlsz Éƒ©˙∆ on eitherremote control.

To turn the system off from the remote room,press the Power Off Button aå.Remember that the AVR 320 may be turned onor off from the remote room, regardless of the system’s operation or status in the main room.

NOTE: When the tuner is selected as the sourcefor the remote zone, any change to the fre-quency or preset will also change the stationbeing listened to in the main room, if the tuneris in use there. Similarly, if someone in the mainroom changes the station, the change will alsoimpact the remote room.

To activate the feed to the remote room, whileyou are in the main listening room where theAVR 320 is located, press the Multiroom

Button on the remote. Next, press theSet Button p. Press the ⁄ /¤ Buttonsn to turn the multiroom feed on or off. Whenthe multiroom system is on, the MultiIndicator O will light in the MainInformation Display ˜, and the MainInformation Display Y or OSD will displayMULTI ON. Press the Set Button p toenter the setting.

When the multiroom system is turned on, theinput selected using the multiroom menu will befed to the Multiroom Output Jacks • onthe rear panel. The volume will be as set in theprevious selection, although it may also beadjusted using an optional IR sensor and theZone II remote in the remote location or on theoptional audio power amplifier connected to theMultiroom Output Jacks •.

Once the multiroom system is turned on, it willremain on even if the AVR 320 is placed in theStandby mode in the main room by pressingthe Power Off Button å or the SystemPower Control 2 on the front panel. To turnoff the multiroom system, even when the AVR isin Standby mode in the main listening room,press the Multiroom Button and thenthe Set Button p. Press the ⁄ /¤ Buttonsn so that the Multi Indicator O in theMain Information Display ˜ goes out, andthe Main Information Display Y or OSDwill display MULTI OFF. Press the SetButton p to enter the setting and turn theunit off.

Even when the AVR 320 is turned off in themain room, the multiroom system may beturned on at any time by pressing theMultiroom Button , or any of theSelector Buttons ∫ç∂ in the remoteroom.

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37 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

Programming the Remote

The AVR 320 is equipped with a powerfulremote control that will control not only thereceiver’s functions, but also most popularbrands of audio and video equipment, includ-ing CD players, cassette decks, TV sets, cableboxes, VCRs, satellite receivers and other home-theater equipment. Once the AVR 320’s remoteis programmed with the codes for the productsyou own, it is possible to eliminate most otherremotes and replace them with the convenienceof a single, backlit universal remote control.


The AVR 320 remote is factory-programmed forall AVR functions, as well as those of mostHarman Kardon CD changers, DVD players, CDplayers and cassette decks. In addition, by fol-lowing one of the methods below, you may pro-gram the remote to operate a wide range ofdevices from other manufacturers.

Direct Code EntryThis method is the easiest way to program yourremote to work with different products.

1. Use the tables in the following pages todetermine the three-digit code or codesthat match both the product type (e.g.,VCR, TV) and the specific brand name. Ifthere is more than one number for a brand,make note of the different choices.

2. Turn on the unit you wish to program intothe AVR 320 remote.

3. Press and hold both the Input Selectore for the product you wish to control(e.g., VCR, TV) and the Mute button at the same time. When the Program/SPLIndicator c turns amber and beginsflashing, release the buttons. It is importantthat you begin the next step within 20 seconds.

4. Point the AVR 320’s remote towards the unitto be programmed, and enter the first three-digit code number using the Numeric Keysr. If the unit turns off, the correct codehas been entered. Press the Input Selectore again, and note that the red light willflash three times before going dark to con-firm the entry.

5. If the device to be programmed in doesNOT turn off, continue to enter three-digitcode numbers until the equipment turns off.At this point, the correct code has beenentered. Press the Input Selector eagain and note that the red light under the

Input Selector will flash three timesbefore going dark to confirm the entry.

6. Try all of the functions on the remote tomake certain that the product operatesproperly. Keep in mind that many manufac-turers use a number of different combina-tions of codes, so it is a good idea to makecertain that not only the Power control, butthe volume, channel and transport controlswork as they should. If functions do notwork properly, you may need to use a dif-ferent remote code.

7. If a code cannot be entered to turn theunit off, if the code for your product doesnot appear in the tables in this manual, orif not all functions operate properly, tryprogramming the remote with the AutoSearch Method.

Auto Search MethodIf the unit you wish to include in the AVR 320’sremote is not listed in the code tables in thismanual or if the code does not seem to operateproperly, you may wish to program the correctcode using the Auto Search method that follows:

1. Turn on the unit that you wish to include inthe AVR 320 remote.

2. Press the Input Selector e for the typeof product to be entered (e.g., VCR, TV) andthe Mute button at the same time.Hold both buttons until the red light underthe Input Selector e stays lit. Note thatthe next step must take place while the redlight is on, and it must begin within 20 sec-onds after the light appears.

3. Point the AVR 320 remote towards the unit to be programmed, and press either ⁄or ¤ button n. Each press will send out aseries of codes from the remote’s built-indatabase. When the unit being programmedturns off, release ⁄ /¤ button n, as that is your indication that the correct code is in use.

4. Press the Input Selector e, and notethat the red light under the Input Selectorwill flash three times before going dark toconfirm the entry.

5. Try all of the functions on the remote tomake certain that the product operates.Keep in mind that many manufacturers usea number of different combinations ofcodes, and it is a good idea to make certainthat not only the Power control works, but

also the volume, channel and transport con-trols, as appropriate. If all functions do notwork properly, you may need to Auto-Search for a different code, or enter a codevia the Direct Code Entry method.

Code ReadoutWhen the code has been entered using theAuto Search method, it is always a good idea tofind out the exact code so that it may be easilyreentered if necessary. You may also read thecodes to verify which device has been pro-grammed to a specific Control Selector button.

1. Press and hold both the Input Selectore for the device you wish to find thecode for and the Mute button at thesame time. Note that the Program/SPLIndicator c will initally turn amber.Release the buttons and begin the nextstep within 20 seconds.

2. Press the Set button p. TheProgram/SPL Indicator c will thenblink green in a sequence that corresponds tothe three-digit code, with a one-secondpause between each digit. Count the numberof blinks between each pause to determinethe digit of the code. One blink is the number1, two blinks is the number 2, and so forth.Ten blinks are used to indicate a “0.”

Example: One blink, followed by a one-secondpause, followed by six blinks, followed by aone-second pause, followed by ten blinks indi-cates that the code has been set to 160.

For future reference enter the Setup Codes forthe equipment in your system here:

DVD ____________ CD ________________

VID1/VCR ________ VID2/TV __________

VID3/CBL ________ VID3/SAT__________

VID4 ____________ TAPE ____________

Learning Codes

In addition to using codes from the remote’sinternal code library, the AVR 320’s remote isable to “learn”codes from remotes that maynot be in the code library. In addition, you mayuse this function to “learn over” the codesfrom a preprogrammed device to add functionsnot included in the preprogrammed codes. Tolearn or transfer codes from an IR remote tothe AVR 320’s remote, follow these steps:

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1. Place the front of the original remote withthe code being sent so that it is facing the IR Transmitter Window b on the AVR 320 remote “head-to-head.” Theremotes should be between one and threeinches apart.

2. Select the button on the remote that youwish to use as the device selector for thecodes about to be entered. This may be anyof the Input Selectors e.

3. Press the Input Selector e button chosen and the Learn Button at thesame time. Hold these buttons until theProgram/SPL Indicator c flashes amberand the light under the device selector but-ton turns red. Release the buttons.

4. Press the button on the AVR 320 remotethat you wish to program. Note that theProgram/SPL Indicator c will stopflashing.

5. Within five seconds, press and hold the but-ton on the original remote that you wish to“teach” into the AVR 320 remote. When theProgram/SPL Indicator c turns greenthree times, release the button. Note thatthe Program Indicator will then begin toflash amber again.

NOTE: If the Program/SPL Indicator cturns red during Step 5 or 6, the program-ming was not successful. Repeat the steps tosee if the code will “take.”

6. Repeat Steps 4 though 6 for each button onthe source remote that you wish to transferto the AVR 320 remote.

7. Once all codes have been transferred fromthe original source remote to the AVR 320remote, press the Learn Button .

8. Repeat Steps 1 through 7 for any additionalremotes you wish to “teach” into the AVR 320 Remote.

Erasing Learned CodesThe AVR 320’s remote allows you to remove orerase, the code learned into a single button for asingle device, to remove or erase the code set forall the codes that have been programmed intospecific device buttons, or to erase all commandsthat have been learned to all devices.

To erase a single learned code from within a sin-gle device’s settings, follow these steps:

1. Press and hold both the Input Selectorefg within which the individual but-ton to be erased has been programmed andthe Learn Button .

2. When the red LED under the Input Selectorturns red and the Program/SPL Indicatorc flashes amber, release the buttons.

3. Press and release the Input Selectorefg again for the device withinwhich the individual button to be erased hasbeen programmed.

4. Press the “7” Numeric Key r four times.

5. Press and release the individual button forwhich the code is to be erased. TheProgram/SPL Indicator c will blinkgreen two times and then return to amber.

6. To erase other buttons within the samedevice, press them as noted in Step 5.

7. When all buttons to be erased have beenpressed, press the Learn Button to complete the process.

To erase all codes within a single device, followthese steps:

1. Press and hold both the Input Selectorefg for which you wish to erase thecodes and the Learn Button .


3. Press and release the Input Selectorefg again for the device whosecodes you wish to erase.

4. Press the “8” Numeric Key r four times.

5. The Program/SPL Indicator c will turnoff and the red light under the InputSelector will flash on and off once to indi-cate that the codes have been erased.

To erase all codes that have been programmedto all devices in the remote, follow these steps:

1. Press any Input Selector efg forwhich you wish to erase the codes and alsothe Learn Button .


3. Press and release the Input Selectorefg again for the device whosecodes you wish to erase.

4. Press the ”9” Numeric Key r four times.

5. The Program/SPL Indicator c will turnoff and the red light under the InputSelector will flash on and off once to indicate that the codes have been erased.

Macro ProgrammingMacros enable you to easily repeat frequentlyused combinations of commands with the pressof a single button on the AVR 320’s remotecontrol. Once programmed, a macro will sendout up to 19 different remote codes in a prede-termined sequential order enabling you to auto-mate the process of turning on your system,changing devices, or other common tasks. TheAVR 320’s remote can store up to five separatemacro command sequences: one that is associated with the Power On Button dand four more that are accessed by pressing theMacro Buttons .

1. Press the Mute Button and theMacro Button to be programmed orthe Power On Button d at the sametime. Note that an Input Selector willlight red, and the Program/SPL Indicatorc will flash amber.

2. Enter the steps for the macro sequence bypressing the button for the actual commandstep. Although the macro may contain up to19 steps, each button press, including thoseused to change devices, counts as a step.The Program/SPL Indicator c will flashgreen to confirm each button press as youenter commands.

NOTE: While entering commands for PowerOn/Off of any device during a macro sequence,press the Mute Button . DO NOT press theactual Power button.

3. When all the steps have been entered,press the Sleep Button j to enter thecommands. The red light under the InputSelectors ef will blink and then turn off.

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Example: To program the Macro 1 buttonso that it turns on the AVR 320, TV and aCable Box, follow these steps:• Press the Macro 1 Button and

Mute Button at the same time andthen release them.

• Note that the Program/SPL Indicatorc will flash amber.

• Press the AVR Selector f.• Press the Mute Button to store the

AVR 320’s power on command.• Press the VID 2 Input Selector Buttone to indicate the next command is for“TV Power On.”

• Press the Mute Button to store theTV Power On Command.

• Press the VID 3 Input Selector Buttone to indicate the next command is for“Cable Power On.”

• Press the Mute Button to store theCable Power On command.

• Press the Sleep/Channel Up Buttonj to complete the process and store themacro sequence.

After following these steps, each time youpress the Macro 1 Button , theremote will send the Power On/Off com-mand.

Erasing Macro CommandsTo remove the commands that have been pro-grammed into one of the Macro buttons, followthese steps:

1. Press the Mute Button and theMacro Button that contains thecommands you wish to erase.

2. Note that the Program/SPL Indicatorc will flash amber, and the LED underthe AVR Selector f will turn red.

3. Within ten seconds, press the SurroundMode Selector/Channel Down Button k.

4. The red LED under the AVR Selector willgo out, and the Program/SPL Indicatorc will turn green and flash three timesbefore it goes out.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator cgoes out, the Macro has been erased.

Programmed Device FunctionsOnce the AVR 320’s remote has been pro-grammed for the codes of other devices, pressthe appropriate Input Selector e to changethe remote from controlling the AVR 320 tocontrolling the additional product. When youpress any one of the selectors, it will briefly flashin red to indicate that you have changed thedevice being controlled.

When operating a device other than the AVR 320, the controls may not correspondexactly to the function printed on the remote or button. Some commands, such as the volumecontrol, are the same as they are with the AVR 320. Other buttons will change their function so that they correspond to a secondarylabel on the remote. For example, the Sleep and Surround mode selector buttons also func-tion as the Channel Up and Channel Down buttons when operating most TV sets, VCRs orcable boxes. The Channel Up/Down indication isprinted directly on the remote. For many stan-dard CD players, cassette decks, VCRs and DVDfunctions, the standard function icons are print-ed on top of the buttons.

For some products, however, the function of aparticular button does not follow the commandprinted on the remote. In order to see whichfunction a button controls, consult the FunctionList tables printed on page 43. To use thosetables, first check the type of device being con-trolled (e.g., TV, VCR). Next, look at the remotecontrol diagram pictured at the left. Note thateach button has a number on it.

To find out what function a particular buttonhas for a specific device, find the button num-ber on the Function List and then look in the column for the device you are controlling. Forexample, button number 45 is the Direct buttonfor the AVR 320, but it is the “Favorite” buttonfor many cable television boxes and satellitereceivers. Button number 31 is the Delay but-ton for the AVR 320, but the Open/Close but-ton for CD players.

NOTE: That the numbers used to describe thebutton functions at the left for the purposes ofdescribing how a button operates are a differ-ent set of numbers than those used in the restof this manual to describe the button functionsfor the AVR 320.

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Notes on Using the AVR 320 RemoteWith Other Devices.• Manufacturers may use different code sets

for the same product category. For that rea-son, it is important that you check to seewhether the code set you have entered oper-ates as many controls as possible. If itappears that only a few functions operate,check to see whether another code set willwork with more buttons.

• When a button is pressed on the AVR 320remote, the red light under the InputSelector e for the product being operat-ed should flash briefly. If the Device ControlSelector flashes for some but not all buttonsfor a particular product, it does NOT indicatea problem with the remote but rather thatno function is programmed for the buttonbeing pushed.

Volume Punch-ThroughThe AVR 320’s remote may be programmed tooperate the Volume Control and Mute

functions of either the TV or the AVR 320in conjunction with any of the devices con-trolled by the remote. For example, since theAVR 320 will likely be used as the sound sys-tem for TV viewing, you may wish to have theAVR 320’s volume activated, although theremote is set to run the TV. Either the AVR 320or TV volume control may be associated withany of the remote’s devices. To program theremote for Volume Punch-Through, follow thesesteps:

1. Press the Input Selector e for the unityou wish to have associated with the volumecontrol and the Mute Button at thesame time until the red light appears underthe Input Selector e and note that theProgram/SPL Indicator c will flashamber.

2. Press the Volume Up Button andnote that the Program/SPL Indicator cwill stop flashing and stay amber.

3. Press either the AVR Selector f or theInput Selector e, depending on whichsystem’s volume control you wish to haveattached for the punch-through mode. TheProgram/SPL Indicator c will blinkgreen three times and then go out to confirmthe data entry.

Example: To have the AVR 320’s volumecontrol activated even though the remote isset to control the TV, first press theVideo/TV Input Selector e and theMute Button at the same time. Next,press the Volume Up Button , fol-lowed by the AVR Selector f.

NOTE: Should you wish to return the remote tothe original configuration after entering aVolume Punch-Through, you will need to repeatthe steps shown above. However, press the sameInput Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

Channel Control Punch-ThroughThe AVR 320’s remote may be programmed tooperate so that the channel control function foreither the TV, cable or satellite receiver used inyour system may be used in conjunction withone of the other devices controlled by theremote. For example, while using and controllingthe VCR, you may wish to change channels on acable box or satellite receiver without having tochange the device selected by the AVR 320 orthe remote. To program the remote for ChannelControl Punch-Through, follow these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector Button e forthe device you wish to have the channel con-trol associated with and the Mute Button

at the same time until the red lightappears under the Input Selector e andthe Program/ SPL Indicator c flashesamber.

2. Press the Volume Down Button . TheProgram/SPL Indicator c will stop flash-ing and stay amber.

3. Press and release the Input SelectorButton e for the device that will be usedto change the channels. The Program/SPLIndicator c will blink green three timesand then go out to confirm the data entry.

Example: To control the channels using yourCable Box or Satellite Receiver while theremote is set to control the VCR, first pressthe VID 1/VCR Input Selector Button eand the Mute Button at the sametime. Next, release them and press theVolume Down Button , followed by theVID 2/TV Input Selector Button e.

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-Through and return the remote to its originalconfiguration, repeat the steps shown in the

example above. However, press the VID 1/VCRInput Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

Transport Control Punch-ThroughThe AVR 320’s remote may be programmed tooperate so that the Transport ControlFunctions ` (Play, Stop, Fast Forward,Rewind, Pause and Record) for a VCR, DVD orCD will operate in conjunction with one of theother devices controlled by the remote. Forexample, while using and controlling the TV, youmay wish to start or stop your VCR or DVD with-out having to change the device selected by theAVR 320 or the remote. To program the remotefor Transport Control Punch-Through, followthese steps:

1. Press the Input Selector e for the deviceyou wish to have the channel control associ-ated with and the Mute Button at thesame time until the red light appears underthe Input Selector e and the Program/SPL Indicator c flashes amber.

2. Press the Play Button `. The Program/SPL Indicator c will stop flashing andstay amber.

3. Press and release the Input SelectorButton e for the device that will be usedto change the channels. The Program/SPLIndicator c will blink green three timesand then go out to confirm the data entry.

Example: To control the transport of a DVDplayer while the remote is set to control theTV, first press the VID 2/TV Input SelectorButton eand the Mute Button atthe same time. Next, release them and pressthe Play Button `, followed by the DVDInput Selector Button e.

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-Through and return the remote to its originalconfiguration, repeat the steps shown in theexample above. However, press the VID 2/TVInput Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

NOTE: Before programming the remote forVolume, Channel or Transport Punch-Through,make certain that any programming needed forthe specific TV, CD, DVD, Cable or SatelliteReceivers has been completed.

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Reassigning Device ControlSelectorsAlthough each Input Selector e is normallyassigned to the category of product shown onthe remote, it is possible to reassign one ofthese buttons to operate a second device ofanother type. For example, if you have two VCRsbut no satellite receiver, you may program the“SAT” button to operate a second VCR. Beforefollowing the normal programming steps foreither Three-Digit entry or Auto Search codeentry, you must first reassign the button with thefollowing steps:

1. Press the Input Selector e you wish toreassign and the Mute Button at thesame time until the red light appears underthe Input Selector e and the Program/SPL Indicator c flashes amber.

2. Press the Input Selector e for the deviceyou wish to program into the reassigned button.

3. Enter the three-digit code for the specificmodel you wish the reassigned button tooperate.

4. Press the same Input Selector e pressedin Step 1 once again to store the selection.The red LED under the re-assigned InputSelector will flash three times and then goout.

Example: To use the CBL/SAT button tooperate a second VCR, first press theCBL/SAT Input Selector e and theMute Button at the same time untilthe red light glows under the CBL/SAT ebutton. Press the VCR e Button, followedby the three-digit code for the specific modelyou wish to control. Finally, press theCBL/SAT Button e again.

Resetting the Remote MemoryAs you add components to your home-theatersystem, occasionally you may wish to totallyreprogram the remote control without the confu-sion of any commands, macros or ”Punch-Through“ programming that you may havedone. To do this, it is possible to reset theremote to the original factory defaults and com-mand codes by following these steps. Note,however, that once the remote is reset, all com-mands or codes that you have entered will beerased and will need to be re-entered:

1. Press any of the Input Selector Buttonse and the ”O“ Numeric Key r at thesame time until the Program/SPL Indicatorc begins to flash amber.

2. Press the ”3“ Numeric Key r threetimes.

3. The red LED under the Input Selector ewill go out and the Program/SPL Indicatorc will stop flashing and turn green.

4. The Program/SPL Indicator c will remaingreen until the remote is reset. Note that thismay take a while, depending on how manycommands are in the memory and need to beerased.

5. When the Program/SPL Indicator c goesout, the remote has been reset to the factorysettings.

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1 Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On

2 Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off

3 Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute

4 AVR AVR Select

5 DVD DVD Input Select DVD Select

6 CD CD Input Select CD Select

7 Tape Tape Input Select Tape Select

8 VID 1 Video 1 Select VCR Select TV Select VID3 Select

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12 AM/FM Tuner Select

13 6/8 Ch. Select 6/8 Ch. Input Select

14 Learn

15 Sleep Sleep Channel + Channel + Channel +

16 Test Test Tone TV/DVD Input Select TV/VCR TV/VCR TV/Cable TV/Sat

17 SPL

18 Volume Up Volume Up Input Level Up Volume Up Volume Up Volume Up Volume Up

19 Surround Select Surround Mode Select CDR Select Channel – Channel – Channel –

20 Night Night Mode Select Subtitle On/Off CDR Select

21 Multiroom Multiroom Select

22 Volume Down Volume Down Input Level Down Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down

23 Channel/Guide Channel Trim Title Info/Guide Info/Guide

24 ⁄ Move/Adjust Up Up Up Up Up Up

25 Speaker/Menu Speaker Adjust Menu Intro Scan Menu Menu Menu Menu

26 fi Move/Adjust Left Left Left Left Left Left

27 Set Set Enter Enter Enter Enter Enter

28 fl Right Right Right Right Right

29 Digital/Exit Digital Input Select Open/Close Exit Exit Exit Exit

30 ¤ Move/Adjust Down Down Down Down Down Down

31 Delay/Prev. Ch. Delay Adjust Return Open/Close Prev Channel Prev Channel Prev Channel

32 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

33 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

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36 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

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40 Tun-M Tuner Mode Chapter Repeat

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42 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

43 Memory Audio Time

44 Tune Up Tune Up Next Chapter Track Direct Cancel Sleep

45 Direct Direct Tuner Entry Angle Random Play FAV FAV

42 FUNCTION LIST

Function List

43 FUNCTION LIST

Function List (continued)

No. Button Name AVR Function DVD CD/CD-R Tape VCR (VID1) TV (VID1) CBL (VID3) SAT (VID3)

46 Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Bypass Next

47 Preset Up Preset Tune Up Slow Forward +10 Music Alt

48 Tune Down Tune Down Prev Chapter Track Increment

49 OSD OSD Program OSD OSD OSD OSD

50 D. Skip Disc Skip Disc Skip

51 Preset Down Preset Tune Down Slow Rev

52 M1

53 M2

54 M3

55 M4

56 Dolby Dolby Modes

57 DTS SURR DTS Digital Modes

58 DTS Neo:6 DTS Neo:6 Select

59 Logic 7 Logic 7 Select

60 Stereo Stereo Mode Select

61 Skip Down Skip – Skip – Scan –

62 Skip Up Skip + Skip + Scan +

63 Rewind R. Search R. Search Rewind Rewind

64 Play Play Play Play Play

65 Fast Forward F. Search F. Search Fast Fwd Fast Fwd Day + Day +

66 Record Record Record Record

67 Stop Stop Stop Stop Stop

68 Pause Pause Pause Pause

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

A MARK 103 132ADMIRAL 192AKAI 001 160AMPRO 070 164AMSTRAD 053ANAM 045 055 057 076 095 099 103 106 109 112 122AOC 001 011 103BLAUPUNKT 084BROKSONIC 205 206CANDLE 001 002 003 011CAPEHART 059CENTURION 170 171CENTRONIC 045CITIZEN 001 002 003 011 045 092 094 132CLASSIC 045CONCERTO 011CONTEC 041 045 051 052CORANDO 172CORONADO 132CRAIG 045 055 157 158 159CROWN 045 132CURTIS MATHES 001 092 107 132CXC 045DAEWOO 011 022 023 038 045 046 056 068 073 094 098 102 105 108 111 114 116 118 119 127 132DAYTRON 107 132DIGI LINK 200DYNASTY 045DYNATECH 063ELECTROHOME 074 132EMERSON 001 012 033 045 048 049 051 052 091 107 132 137 139 141 157 158 162 205FISHER 013 058FUNAI 033 045FUTURETECH 045GE 001 014 015 038 057 070 071 107 121 133 141 145 163 199GOLDSTAR 011 093 097 101 103 104 107 110 113 118 128 132GRUNDIG 193HALL MARK 107HARMAN KARDON 201HITACHI 001 011 015 016 017 018 029 043 072 132 144 147INFINITY 148INKEL 120JBL 148JC PENNEY 001 011 014 015 030 035 092 132 145JENSEN 019JVC 038 040 079 134KAWASHO 173KEC 045KENWOOD 001 204KLOSS 002 060KMC 132KTV 001 045 132 162LLOYTRON 172 173LODGENET 069LOGIK 069LUXMAN 011LXI 013 021 053 077 145 148MAGNAVOX 001 003 011 060 061 062 064 065 118 132 145 148MARANTZ 001 074 148MATSUI 148MEMOREX 013 069 107METZ 084MGA 001 011 033 044 050 074 107

44 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: TV

45 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: TV (Continued)


MIDLAND 199MINERVA 084MITSUBISHI 001 011 030 033 042 044 100 107 115 154 160 167 168MTC 175 176NAD 021 031NATIONAL 177 178 179 180 181 182NEC 001 013 022 025 030 042 057 121 123 125NIKEI 045ONKING 045ONWA 045OPTONICA 025 077ORION 207 208 209 210 211PANASONIC 038 057 076 087 148 169PENNEY 199PHILCO 001 003 011 030 045 057 060 061 064 065 118 132 148PHILIPS 001 003 011 040 060 067 088 132 145 148PIONEER 001 024 029 031 032 107 213 214PORTLAND 011 132PROSCAN 133PROTON 059 107 122 132 165QUASAR 038 057 087RADIO SHACK 025 045 048 107 118 132 195 196 197 198RCA 001 011 029 030 057 071 133 145 161 163 199REALISTIC 013 025 045 048 195 196 197RUNCO 152 153SAA 183SAMPO 001 059 107SAMSUNG 051 085 092 096 104 107 118 124 128 132 145SANYO 013 026 027 037 041 054 058 078SCOTT 033 045 049 107 132SEARS 011 013 021 033 035 058 078 092 107 132 145SHARP 011 020 025 028 033 034 077 132 154SIEMENS 084SIGNATURE 069SONY 043 067 075 117 130 136 194 212SOUNDESIGN 003 033 045 107SPECTRICON 103SSS 011 045SUPREMACY 002SYLVANIA 001 003 011 060 061 064 065 107 118 131 145 148SYMPHONIC 184TANDY 077TATUNG 057 063TECHNICS 080TECHWOOD 011TEKNIKA 001 002 003 011 030 033 036 045 069 074 092 094 132TELEFUNKEN 039 047 083TELERENT 069TERA 156THOMSON 190 191TMK 011 107TOSHIBA 013 021 035 042 052 063 092 129 202TOTEVISION 132UNIVERSAL 014 015VIDEO CONCEPTS 160VIDTECH 011 107WARDS 011 014 015 025 033 061 062 064 065 069 071 107 132 148YAMAHA 001 011YORK 107YUPITERU 045ZENITH 069 070 090 094ZONDA 103


AIWA 040AKAI 022 048 050 108 109 126AMPRO 076AMSTRAD 133ANAM 037 039 089ASA 134AUDIO DYNAMICS 018 029 044 048BROKSONIC 041 043 110 147 166CANDLE 134 135 137CANON 034 037 039 135 140CAPEHART 094CITIZEN 134CRAIG 003 045 116CURTIS MATHES 037 039DAEWOO 012 014 017 068 069 094 096 097 098 102 103 104DAYTRON 094DBX 018 029 044 048DUAL 136DYNATECH 040 057ELECTROHOME 063EMERSON 013 023 031 033 035 037 040 041 042 043 050 087 110 112 119FERGUSON 136FINLUX 133FISHER 003 015 016 017FUNAI 040 133GE 037 039 067 076 093 095 124 127GO VIDEO 113 117GOLDSTAR 018 019 026 087 092 100 107GRAETZ 136HARMAN KARDON 018 049HITACHI 011 040 048 067 118 130INSTANT REPLAY 037 039ITT 136JCL 037 039JC PENNEY 018 019 021 039 045 070 087JENSEN 048JVC 018 037 039 048 052 054 059 064 111 130 132KENWOOD 020 044 048 052LLOYD 040LXI 019 020 040 087MAGIN 045MAGNAVOX 037 039 040 071 072MARANTZ 018 037 039 071 073MARTA 087MATSUI 033 036MEI 037 039MEMOREX 003 017 020 037 039 040 057 076 087 115 120MGA 049 050 063MINOLTA 019 026MITSUBISHI 019 026 049 050 053 055 063 065 131 145 146MTC 133MULTITECH 030 040NAD 139NATIONAL 140NEC 018 029 044 048 052

46 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: VCR

47 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: VCR (continued)


NORDMENDE 048OPTIMUS 159OPTONICA 057 058ORION 147 166PANASONIC 070 074 078 086 114 125 150 167 172PENTAX 019 026 037 039 067PHILCO 037 039 040 071PHILIPS 037 039 040 058 071 075 087PILOT 087PIONEER 019 027 052PORTLAND 094PULSAR 076QUARTZ 001 020QUASAR 039 070 079 125 144RADIO SHACK 133 134 137 140 141 142 152 158 159 160 161RCA 019 026 039 066 067 093 095 124 125 127 157 172REALISTIC 003 015 017 020 037 039 040 045 057 058 087 137 152 159 160RICO 062RUNCO 128SABA 136SAISHO 143SALORA 020SAMSUNG 038 045 088 090 091 093 095 098 099 101 105 106 109SANSUI 028 048 052 116 147 166SANYO 003 014 017 020 115SCHAUB LORENZ 136SCOTT 023 043 098 110 112SEARS 003 015 016 017 019 020 026 037 047 077 084 087SHARP 037 058 129 156SHINTOM 030SONY 003 016 037 056 060 061 062 080 081 082 129SOUNDESIGN 040STS 019SYLVANIA 037 039 040 063 071SYMPHONIC 040TANDY 017 040TASHICO 134TATUNG 044 048TEAC 040 044 048TECHNICS 037 039TEKNIKA 025 037 039 040 087TELEFUNKEN 136THOMAS 040THOMSON 136THORN 136TMK 013TOSHIBA 015 019 047 051 063 085 098 112 155TOTEVISION 045 087UNITECH 045VECTOR RESEARCH 018VICTOR 052VIDEO CONCEPTS 018 040 050VIDEOSONIC 045WARDS 003 019 023 030 037 039 040 045 057 058 112YAMAHA 018 040 044 048ZENITH 040 052 060 062 076 083 087


ADC 012ADCOM 049 063 069AIWA 072 111 118 156 170AKAI 050 177 184AUDIO TECHNICA 053AUDIOACCESS 125AUDIOFILE 211BSR 044 064CALIFORNIA AUDIO 015 109CAPETRONIC 070CARRERA 064 087CARVER 051 057 136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186CASIO 066 117 122 166CLARINETTE 122 166CROWN 042CURTIS MATHES 066DENON 187 188 213EMERSON 049 052 093 108FISHER 023 055 057 068FRABA 117FUNAI 126GE 164GENEXXA 017 096 108GOLDSTAR 016 087HAITAI 099 214HARMAN KARDON 001 002 025 040 054 190 218 219HITACHI 049 093INKEL 026 027 216JC PENNEY 021 066 098 147JENSEN 153JVC 029 176 195 196KENWOOD 014 020 023 030 062 078 079 148 151 176 178 181KYOCERA 012LOTTE 108LUXMAN 018 035 077 102LXI 066 164MAGNAVOX 039 051 113MARANTZ 043 051 058 084 191 192 193MCINTOSH 194MCS 021 066 080 098MEMOREX 096MGA 032MISSION 051MITSUBISHI 032MITSUMI 152MODULAIRE 122 166NAD 013 074 197 198NAKAMICHI 199 200 201NEC 021 069NIKKO 053 055NSM 051

48 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: CD

49 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: CD (continued)


ONKYO 037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203OPTIMUS 020 036 056 057 064 065 089 090 091 092 096 099 104 212PANASONIC 015 075 109 119 158 183 204PHILIPS 039 051 138 149 209PIONEER 017 036 071 094 096 100 112 123 131 160 161 162 215PROTON 051 210QUASAR 015 109RADIO SHACK 122 126 213RCA 024 049 081 093 150RCX 169REALISTIC 049 056 057 058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166ROTEL 051SAE 051SAMSUNG 028SANSUI 047 051 081 134 157 172SANYO 033 057 068 082 095 168SCOTT 108SEARS 066SHARP 020 058 073 105 114 151 159 167 180 181SHERWOOD 003 026 027 041 058 105 133SIGNATURE 040SONY 060 103 115 116 118 132 139 163 205 206 207 208 212 217SOUNDSTREAM 124STS 012SYLVANIA 051SYMPHONIC 059 110TAEKWANG 177TANDY 096TEAC 011 022 048 058 085 086 106 107 110 121 137 146 154TECHWOOD 083THETA DIGITAL 039TOSHIBA 013 074 097 151 155 173VECTOR RESEARCH 087VICTOR 029 120 130WARDS 040 095YAMAHA 019 031 053 061 135 169YORK 122 166


HARMAN KARDON 001

Setup Code Table: Audio


HARMAN KARDON 001

Setup Code Table: DVD

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code NumberAPEX DIGITAL 061CALIFORNIA AUDIO 040DENON 002 019 022 034 051GE 003 004GOLDSTAR 005HARMAN KARDON 001 032JVC 006KENWOOD 007 050LG 005 055 064LOTTE 008MAGNAVOX 033 056MARANTZ 033 059MITSUBISHI 023 036NAD 010 062ONKYO 009 015 048OPTIMUS 011 050PANASONIC 024 025 030 034 035 044 052PHILIPS 033 056PIONEER 012 020 038 041 046 047 065PROCEED 060PROSCAN 003 004 037RCA 003 004 018 037RUNCO 027SAMSUNG 031 053 054SANYO 013 049SHARP 021 028 050SONY 015 029 043 045TECHNICS 026THOMSON 003 004TOSHIBA 009 033 047 057 058YAMAHA 016 017 030 063ZENITH 005 033 055 064ZENITH DIVX 039

50 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: Tape

51 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: SAT


ALPHASTAR 472ALPHASTAR DBS 450ALPHASTAR DSR 422 442AMPLICA 356BIRDVIEW 414 425BSR 359CAPETRONICS 359CHANNEL MASTER 320 321 322 325 361CHAPARRAL 315 316 319 380 451CITOH 360CURTIS MATHES 356DRAKE 312 313 317 318 413 481DX ANTENNA 331 352 362 379 483ECHOSTAR 364 395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485ELECTRO HOME 392EUROPLUS 415FUJITSU 324 328 329 334GENERAL INSTRUMENT 303 311 323 365 403 454 468 474HITACHI DBS 455HOUSTON TRACKER 463HUGHES 372 437HYTEK 359JANIEL 366JERROLD 367 454 464 468KATHREIN 410LEGEND 453LUXOR 368MACOM 317 365 369 370 371MAGNAVOX 461 473MEMOREX 453NEXTWAVE 423 424NORSAT 373 374OPTIMUS 466PANASONIC 366 469PANASONIC DBS 457PANSAT 420PERSONAL CABLE 418PHILIPS 375PICO 407PRESIDENT 326 404PRIMESTAR 412 454 464 475RCA 301 408 436 439 458 465REALISTIC 349 377 480SAMSUNG 422 442SATELLITE SERVICE CO 335 341 353 388SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 339SONY 405 438STAR CHOICE DBS 459STARCAST 347SUPER GUIDE 327 423 424TEECOM 330 333 378 390 391 393 409TOSHIBA 302 426 443 460 461 462 470UNIDEN 323 332 348 349 350 351 354 355 381 382 383 389 403 466 479 480ZENITH 385 386 387 394 419


ABC 001 003 011 045 048 052 059 110ALLEGRO 111AMERICAST 212ANTRONIX 021ARCHER 012 014 021 031 112BELCOR 113CABLE STAR 033 113CENTURION 092CENTURY 014CITIZEN 014 111COLOUR VOICE 069 090COMBANO 083 084COMTRONICS 026 037DIAMOND 030DIGI 114EAGLE 027 037 046 186EASTERN 063 066 070 115ELECTRICORD 039EMERSON 112FOCUS 116G.I. 001 003 011 015 017 093 095 096 097GC ELECTRONICS 113GE 076GEMINI 015 029 032 060GENERAL 210GENERAL INSTRUMENT 168GOLDEN CHANNEL 037GOODMIND 112HAMLIN 055 056 061 099 100 101 117 175 207 208HITACHI 001 061 188HOSPITALITY 074 080JASCO 111JERROLD 001 002 003 011 015 016 017 073 093 095 096 097 162 167LINDSAY 118M-NET 043MACOM 040 191MAGNAVOX 017 019 068 082MEMOREX 058MOVIE TIME 035 039NSC 022 035 044 075 190OAK 023 038 043 059 094 196 197PACE 179PANASONIC 050 053 176 177 189 214PANTHER 114PARAGON 058PHILIPS 013 019 020 027 069 085 090PIONEER 001 041 057 079 119 171 200 209POPULAR MECHANICS 116POST NEWS WEEK 023PRELUDE 120PRIMESTAR 162PTS 018 054 075 076

52 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: CBL

53 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: CBL (continued)


PULSAR 058RADIO SHACK 111 112 213RCA 053 214RECOTON 116REGAL 055 056 061 099 100 101 207REGENCY 063 115REMBRANT 032SAMSUNG 037 072 186SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 003 018 047 048 049 051 052 110 183 184 203 204SEAM 121SHERITECH 029SIGNAL 037SIGNATURE 001 188SL MARX 037SPRUCER 053 081 177 189STARCOM 002 011 015 016 163STARGATE 015 037 120SYLVANIA 071TADIRAN 037TANDY 024TELECAPATION 028TEXSCAN 036 071TFC 122TIMELESS 123TOCOM 045 046 062 170 205TOSHIBA 058UNIKA 014 021 031UNITED CABLE 011 059UNIVERSAL 012 014 021 031 033 034 039 042 113VIDEOWAY 124 211VIEWSTAR 019 022 025 086 087 088 089 190ZENITH 058 065 098 125 211ZENTEK 116

SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION

Unit does not function when Main • No AC Power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into Power Switch is pushed a live outlet

• Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled

Display lights, but no sound • Intermittent input connections • Make certain that all input and speaker connections or picture • Mute is on are secure

• Volume control is down • Press Mute button• Turn up volume control

Unit turns on, but front panel • Display brightness is turned off • Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section display does not light up on page 35 so that the display is set to VFD FULL

No sound from any speaker; • Amplifier is in protection mode • Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and light around power switch is red due to possible short speaker ends

• Amplifier is in protection mode • Contact your local Harman Kardon service depotdue to internal problems

No sound from surround or • Incorrect surround mode • Select a mode other than Stereocenter speakers • Input is monaural • There is no surround information from mono sources

• Incorrect configuration • Check speaker mode configuration • Stereo or Mono program material • The surround decoder may not create center- or rear-channel

information from nonencoded programs

Unit does not respond to • Weak batteries in remote • Change remote batteriesremote commands • Wrong device selected • Press the AVR selector

• Remote sensor is obscured • Make certain front panel sensor is visible to remoteor connect remote sensor

Intermittent buzzing in tuner • Local interference • Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent lights, motors or other electrical appliances

Letters flash in the channel indicator • Digital audio feed paused • Resume play for DVDdisplay and digital audio stops • Check that Digital Input is selected

Processor Reset

In the rare case where the unit’s operation orthe displays seem abnormal, the cause mayinvolve the erratic operation of the system’smemory or microprocessor.

To correct this problem, first unplug the unitfrom the AC wall outlet and wait at least threeminutes. After the pause, reconnect the ACpower cord and check the unit’s operation. Ifthe system still malfunctions, a system resetmay clear the problem.

To clear the AVR 320’s entire system memoryincluding tuner presets, output level settings,

delay times and speaker configuration data,first put the unit in Standby by pressing theSystem Power Control Button 2. Next,press and hold the Tone Mode 8 and theFM Mode Selector ^ buttons for three seconds.

The unit will turn on automatically and displaythe RESET message in the MainInformation Display Y. Note that once youhave cleared the memory in this manner, it isnecessary to reestablish all system configurationsettings and tuner presets.

NOTE: Resetting the processor will erase anyconfiguration settings you have made for

speakers, output levels, surround modes, digitalinput assignments as well as the tuner presets.After a reset the unit will be returned to thefactory presets, and all settings for these itemsmust be reentered.

If the system is still operating incorrectly, theremay have been an electronic discharge orsevere AC line interference that has corruptedthe memory or microprocessor.

If these steps do not solve the problem, consultan authorized Harman Kardon service center.

54 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Troubleshooting Guide

55 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specifications

Audio SectionStereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC)

65 Watts per channel, 20Hz–20kHz,@ < 0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms

Five-Channel Surround Modes Power Per Individual Channel

Front L&R channels:55 Watts per channel@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

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

Surround channels:55 Watts per channel@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Input Sensitivity/ImpedanceLinear (High-Level) 200mV/47k ohms

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A) 95dB

Surround System Adjacent Channel SeparationAnalog Decoding 40dB(Pro Logic II, etc.)Dolby Digital 55dBDTS 55dB

Frequency Response @ 1W (+0dB, –3dB) 10Hz –100kHz

High Instantaneous Current Capability (HCC) ±35 Amps

Transient Intermodulation Distortion (TIM) Unmeasurable

Slew Rate 40V/µsec

FM Tuner SectionFrequency Range 87.5–108MHzUsable Sensitivity IHF 1.3 µV/13.2dBfSignal-to-Noise Ratio Mono/Stereo 70/68dBDistortion Mono/Stereo 0.2/0.3%Stereo Separation 40dB @ 1kHzSelectivity ±400kHz, 70dBImage Rejection 80dBIF Rejection 90dB

AM Tuner SectionFrequency Range 320–1720kHzSignal-to-Noise Ratio 45dBUsable Sensitivity Loop 500µVDistortion 1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%Selectivity ±10kHz, 30dB

Video SectionTelevision Format NTSCInput Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohmsOutput Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohmsVideo Frequency Response (Composite and S) 10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)Video Frequency Response (Component) 10Hz–30MHz (–3dB)

GeneralPower Requirement AC 120V/60HzPower Consumption 72W idle, 580W maximum

(2 channels driven)

Dimensions (Max)Width 17.3 inches (440mm)Height 6.5 inches (165mm)Depth 17.1 inches (435mm)

Weight 32 lb (14.5kg)

Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and terminal connections.Height measurement includes feet and chassis.All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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

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

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” “Pro Logic II” and the Double-D symbol aretrademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential UnpublishedWorks. ©1992–1999 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

DTS, DTS Surround, DTS-ES and DTS Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

UltraStereo is a trademark of UltraStereo Corp.

VMAx is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc., and is an implementation of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license.

Logic 7 is a registered trademark of Lexicon, Inc.

Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus Logic Corp.

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