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AVR 120 Audio/VideoReceiver

OWNER’S MANUAL

AVR 120

Power for the Digital Revolution

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2TABLE OF CONTENTS

3Introduction

4Safety Information

4Unpacking

5Front Panel Controls

7Front Panel Information Display

9Rear Panel Connections

11 Remote Control Functions

14 Installation and Connections

14 System Installation

14 Audio Equipment Connections

14 Video Equipment Connections

15 Power Connections

16 System Configuration

16 Speaker Selection and Placement

17 System Setup

17 Speaker Setup

18 Output Level Adjustment

19 Delay Settings

20 Additional Input Adjustments

21 Operation

21 Basic Operation

21 Source Selection

21 Volume Control

22 Surround Mode Chart

23 Surround Mode Selection

23 Digital Audio Playback

23 Selecting a Digital Source

24 Digital Status Indicators

24 Night Mode

25 MP3 Audio Playback

25 Tuner Operation

26 Tape Recording

26 Output Level Trim Adjustment

26 Display Brightness

27 Programming the Remote

27 Direct Code Entry

27 Auto Search Method

27 Code Readout

28 Macro Programming

28 Programmed Device Functions

29 Punch-Through Programming

29 Volume Punch-Through

29 Channel Control Punch-Through

30 Transport Control Punch-Through

30 Reassigning Device Control

Selectors

30 Resetting the Remote Memory

31 Function List

33 Setup Code Tables

42 Troubleshooting Guide

42 Processor Reset

43 Technical Specifications

AVR 120 Audio/VideoReceiver

Typographical Conventions

In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panel

connections, 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 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

3INTRODUCTION

Introduction

Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon!

With the purchase of a Harman Kardon

AVR 120 you are about to begin many years of

listening enjoyment. The AVR 120 has been

custom-designed to provide all the excitement

and detail of movie soundtracks and every

nuance of musical selections. With onboard

Dolby* Digital and DTS®decoding, the AVR 120

delivers six discrete channels of audio that take

advantage of the digital soundtracks from the

latest DVD and LD releases and Digital

Television broadcasts.

While complex digital systems are hard

at work within the AVR 120 to make all of this

happen, hookup and operation are simple.

Color-keyed connections and a programmable

remote control make the AVR 120 easy to use.

To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your

new receiver, we urge you to take a few min-

utes to read through this manual. This will

ensure that connections to speakers, source

playback units and other external devices are

made properly. In addition, a few minutes

spent learning the functions of the various con-

trols will enable you to take advantage of all

the power the AVR 120 is able to deliver.

If you have any questions about this product,

its installation or its operation, please contact

your retailer or custom installer. They are your

best local sources of information.

Description and Features

The AVR 120 is among the most versatile and

multifeatured A/V receivers available, incorpo-

rating a wide range of listening options. In

addition to Dolby Digital and DTS decoding for

digital sources, a broad choice of analog sur-

round modes are available for use with sources

such as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the

AVR 120’s own FM/AM tuner. Along with the

latest Dolby Pro Logic* II decoding technology,

Dolby 3 Stereo and custom Hall and Theater

modes, only Harman Kardon receivers offer

Logic 7®to create a wider, more enveloping

field environment and more defined fly-overs

and pans. Another Harman Kardon exclusive is

VMAx®, which uses proprietary processing to

create an open, spacious sound field even

when only two front speakers are available.

Finally, the AVR 120 is among the very few A/V

receivers that offer decoding of MP3 data, so

that you may listen to the latest music selec-

tions directly from compatible computers or

playback devices with the power and fidelity

you expect from Harman Kardon.

In addition to providing a wide range of listen-

ing options, the AVR 120 is easy to configure

so that it provides the best results with your

speakers and specific listening-room

environment.

For the ultimate in flexibility, the AVR 120 fea-

tures connections for five video devices, all with

both composite and S-Video inputs, including

the front panel inputs. Two additional audio

inputs are available, and a total of six digital

inputs make the AVR 120 capable of handling

all the latest digital audio sources. Coax and

optical digital outputs are also available for

direct connection to digital recorders. The

AVR 120’s powerful amplifier uses traditional

Harman Kardon high-current design technolo-

gies to meet the wide dynamic range of any

program selection.

Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity

receiver more than forty-seven years ago. With

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

cuit designs, the AVR 120 is one of the finest

receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon.

■Onboard Dolby Digital and DTS

Decoding Using Crystal®Chip

Technology

■Harman Kardon’s Exclusive Logic 7 and

VMAx Modes

■Dolby Laboratories’ Latest Pro Logic II

Decoding Technology

■MP3 Decoding for Use With Computers

and Digital Audio Players

■Front Panel Digital Inputs for Easy

Connection to Portable Digital Devices

and the Latest Video Game Consoles

■Multiple Digital Inputs and Outputs

■Color-Coded Input, Output and

Speaker Terminals Comply With the

Latest CEA Standards for Easy

Installation

CAUTION

RISK 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.

4SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 120 has been designed for use with

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

age other than that for which it is intended

can create a safety and fire hazard and may

damage the unit.

If you have any questions about the voltage

requirements for your specific model, or about

the line voltage in your area, contact your selling

dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power

cord attached to your unit. We do not recom-

mend that extension cords be used with this

product. As with all electrical devices, do not

run power cords under rugs or carpets or place

heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords

should be replaced immediately by an author-

ized service depot with a cord meeting factory

specifications.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently

When disconnecting the power cord from an

AC outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the

cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for

any considerable length of time, disconnect the

plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable components

inside this product. Opening the cabinet may

present a shock hazard, and any modification

to the product will void your guarantee. If water

or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire

or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, dis-

connect it from the AC power source immedi-

ately, and consult an authorized service station.

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is con-

nected to this product, be certain that it is

grounded so as to provide some protection

against voltage surges and static charges.

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information

with respect to proper grounding of the mast

and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-

in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of

grounding conductors, location of antenna dis-

charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes

and requirements of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This

reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable

TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-

40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for

proper grounding and, in particular, specifies

that the cable ground shall be connected to the

grounding system of the building, as close to

the point of cable entry as possible.

Installation Location

■To ensure proper operation and to avoid the

potential for safety hazards, place the unit

on a firm and level surface. When placing the

unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and

any mounting hardware can support the

weight of the product.

■Make certain that proper space is provided

both above and below the unit for ventila-

tion. If this product will be installed in a

cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain

that there is sufficient air movement within

the cabinet. Under some circumstances a fan

may be required.

■Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted

surface.

■Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold

locations, or an area that is exposed to direct

sunlight or heating equipment.

■Avoid moist or humid locations.

■Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the

top of the unit, or place objects directly

over them.

Cleaning

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

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

cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a

fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immedi-

ately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene,

aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other

volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive

cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal

parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Unit

Before moving the unit, be certain to discon-

nect any interconnection cords with other com-

ponents, and make certain that you disconnect

the unit from the AC outlet.

Important Information for the User

This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class-B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

The limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment gener-

ates,

uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-

ference to radio communication. However, there

is no guarantee that harmful interference will

not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following

measures:

■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

■Increase the separation between the equip-

ment and receiver.

■Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

■Consult the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harm-

ful interference, and (2) this device must accept

interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause

this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to pro-

tect your new receiver during shipment were

specially designed to cushion it from shock and

vibration. We suggest that you save the carton

and packing materials for use in shipping if you

move, or should the unit ever need repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage,

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

fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and

collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts

may be stored in the same manner. Packing

materials that cannot be collapsed should be

saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

If you do not wish to save the packaging mate-

rials, please note that the carton and other sec-

tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.

Please respect the environment and discard

those materials at a local recycling center.

At this time you should remove the protective

plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving

the film in place may affect the performance of

your remote control.

5FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

1Main Power Switch: Press this button to

apply power to the AVR 120. When the switch

is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby

mode, as indicated by the amber LED 3sur-

rounding the System Power Control 2.

This button MUST be pressed in to operate the

unit. To turn the unit off and prevent the use

of the remote control, this switch should be

pressed until it pops out from the front panel

so that the word “OFF”may be read at the

top of the switch.

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

position.

2System Power Control: When the Main

Power Switch 1is “ON,”press this button

to turn on the AVR 120; press it again to turn

the unit off. Note that the Power Indicator

3surrounding the switch will turn green

when the unit is on.

3Power Indicator: This LED will be illumi-

nated in amber when the unit is in the Standby

mode to signal that the unit is ready to be

turned on. When the unit is in operation, the

indicator will turn green. Should the indicator

turn red, turn the unit off using the Main

Power Switch 1and check the speaker wire

connections to make certain that there are no

short circuits.

4Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to

listen to the AVR 120’s output through a pair of

headphones. Be certain that the headphones

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

that the main room speakers will automatically

be turned off when the headphone jack is in use.

5Selector Buttons: When you are establish-

ing the AVR 120’s configuration settings, use

these buttons to select from the choices available,

as shown in the Main Information Display Û.

6Tone Mode: Pressing this button enables

or disables the Bass and Treble tone controls.

When the button is pressed so that the words

TONE IN appear in the Main Information

Display Û, the settings of the Bass &and

Treble (controls may be used to adjust the

output signals. When the button is pressed so

that the words TONE OUT appear in the Main

Information Display Û, the output signal

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

ation, no matter how the actual Bass and

Treble Controls &( are adjusted.

7Surround Mode Selector: Press this but-

ton to change the surround mode by scrolling

through the list of available modes. Note that

depending on the type of input, some modes

are not always available. (See page 22 for more

information about surround modes.)

Front Panel Controls

1Main Power Switch

2System Power Control

3Power Indicator

4Headphone Jack

5Selector Buttons

6Tone Mode

7Surround Mode Selector

8Tuning Selector

9Tuner Band Selector

)Preset Stations Selector

!Input Source Selector

@FM Mode Selector

#Digital Optical 3 Input

$Digital Coax 3 Input

%Video 4 Video Input Jacks

^Video 4 Audio Input Jacks

&Bass Control

*Balance Control

(Treble Control

ÓVolume Control

ÔSet Button

Input Indicators

ÒDelay

ÚDigital Input Selector

ÛMain Information Display

ÙChannel Select Button

ıSpeaker Select Button

ˆTest Tone Selector

˜Surround Mode Indicators

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6FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Front Panel Controls

8Tuning Selector: Press the left side of the

button to tune lower-frequency stations and the

right side of the button to tune higher-frequency

stations. When a station with a strong signal

is reached, the TUNED Indicator Qwill be

illuminated in the Main Information

Display Û.

To tune manually, tap the button lightly and

note that the tuner will step up one frequency

increment per button press. When the button is

held for a few seconds you will note that the

unit will quickly search the frequency band.

Release it once the fast tuning starts; the tuner

will automatically scan for the next station with

an acceptable signal and then stop.

9Tuner Band Selector: Pressing this button

will automatically switch the AVR 120 to the

Tuner mode. Pressing it again will switch

between the AM and FM frequency bands. (See

page 25 for more information on the tuner.)

)Preset Stations Selector: Press this

button to scroll up or down through the list or

stations that have been entered into the preset

memory. (See page 26 for more information on

tuner presets.)

!Input Source Selector: Press this button

to change the input by scrolling up or down

through the list of input sources.

@FM Mode Selector: Press this button to

select Auto or Manual tuning. When the button

is pressed so that the AUTO Indicator R

lights, the tuner will search for the next station

with an acceptable signal when the Tuning

Selector 8u is pressed. When the button is

pressed so that the AUTO Indicator Ris not

lit, each press of the Tuning Selector 8u

will increase the frequency. This button may also

be used to switch between Stereo and Mono

modes for FM radio reception.When weak

reception is encountered, press the button until

the STEREO Indicator Pgoes out to switch

to Mono reception. Press and hold again to

switch back to STEREO mode. (See page 25 for

more information on using the tuner.)

#Digital Optical 3 Input: Connect the opti-

cal digital output of an audio or video product to

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

to keep the plastic cap installed to avoid dust

contamination that might degrade future

performance.

$Digital Coax 3 Input: This jack is used for

connection to the output of portable audio

devices, video game consoles or other products

that have a coax digital jack.

%Video 4 Video Input Jacks: These jacks

may be used for temporary connection to the

composite or S-Video output of video games,

camcorders or other portable video products.

^Video 4 Audio Input Jacks: These audio

jacks may be used for temporary connection to

video games or portable audio/video products

such as camcorders and portable audio players.

&Bass Control: Turn this control to modify

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

nels by as much as ±10dB, when the unit is in

the “Surround Off”mode. Set this control to a

suitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

*Balance Control: Turn this control to

change the relative volume for the front

left/right channels.

NOTE: For proper operation of the surround

modes this control should be at the midpoint

or “12 o’clock”position.

(Treble Control: Turn this control to modify

the high frequency output of the left/right chan-

nels by as much as ±10dB, when the unit is in

the “Surround Off”mode. Set this control to a

suitable position for your taste or room acoustics.

ÓVolume Control: Turn this knob clockwise

to increase the volume, counterclockwise to

decrease the volume. If the AVR 120 is muted,

adjusting the Volume Control Ówill

automatically release the unit from the silenced

condition.

ÔSet Button: When making choices during

the setup and configuration process, press this

button to enter the desired setting as shown

in the Main Information Display Ûinto the

AVR 120’s memory.The set button may also

be used to change the display brightness.

(See page 26.)

Input Indicators: A green LED will light in

front of the input that is currently being used as

the source for the AVR 120.

ÒDelay: Press this button to begin the

sequence of steps required to enter delay time

settings. (See page 19 for more information on

delay times.)

ÚDigital Input Selector: When playing a

source that has a digital output, press this

button to select between the Optical #d

and Coaxial $eDigital inputs. (See pages

23–25 for more information on digital audio.)

ÛMain Information Display: This display

delivers messages and status indications to

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

for a complete explanation of the Information

Display.)

ÙChannel Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of trimming the channel

output levels using an external audio source.

(For more information on output level trim

adjustment, see page 26.)

ıSpeaker Select Button: Press this button

to begin the process of configuring the unit to

match the type of speakers used in your listen-

ing room. (See pages 16–19 for more informa-

tion on speaker setup and configuration.)

ˆTest Tone Selector: Press this button to

begin the process of adjusting the channel out-

put levels using the internal test tone as a ref-

erence. (For more information on output level

adjustment, see page 18.)

˜Surround Mode Indicators: A green LED

will light in front of the surround mode that is

currently in use.

¯Remote Sensor Window: The sensor

behind this window receives infrared signals

from the remote control. Aim the remote at this

area and do not block or cover it.

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7FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

Front Panel Information Display

MEM PRESET

SLEEP

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ABitstream Indicators

BDTS Mode Indicator

CDolby Digital Indicator

DDolby Pro Logic II Indicator

EDolby 3 Stereo Indicator

FMain Information Display

GDSP Mode Indicator

HVMAx Mode Indicators

ILogic 7 Mode Indicators

JPreset Number/Sleep Timer

KNight Mode Indicator

LSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators

MPreset Indicator

NSleep Indicator

OMemory Indicator

PStereo Indicator

QTuned Indicator

RAuto Indicator

SAnalog Input Indicator

TCoaxial Digital Input Indicators

UOptical Digital Input Indicators

ABitstream Indicators: When the input is a

digital source, one of these indicators will light to

display the specific type of data signal in use.

BDTS Mode Indicator: This indicator lights

when a DTS-encoded source is playing.

CDolby Digital Indicator: This indicator

lights when a Dolby Digital source is being

played.

DDolby Pro Logic II Indicator: This indica-

tor lights when the Dolby Pro Logic II mode has

been selected.

NOTE: It is possible to see the Dolby

Pro Logic II indicator lit simultaneously with the

Dolby Digital indicator, even though the Dolby

Digital surround mode has been selected. This is

due to the specifications for Dolby Digital pro-

cessing, which require that the Dolby Pro Logic II

mode apply any time a 2-channel Dolby signal

is detected. If you desire 5.1-channel audio,

check the audio settings in the menus for both

your DVD player and your DVD disc to make

sure that a 5.1-channel Dolby Digital sound

track is available and has been selected.

EDolby 3 Stereo Indicator: This indicator

lights when the Dolby 3 Stereo mode has been

selected.

FMain Information Display: This display

shows messages relating to the status, input

source, surround mode, tuner, volume level or

other aspects of the AVR 120’s operation.

GDSP Mode Indicator: This indicator lights

when any of the surround modes created by

Digital Signal Processing, or DSP are in use.

These modes include Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater and

5-Channel Stereo.

HVMAx Mode Indicators: This indicator

lights when the VMAx mode is in use. VMAx F

appears when the Far Field VMAx mode is

selected; VMAx N appears when the Near

Field VMAx mode is selected. (See page 22 for

a description of the VMAx modes.)

ILogic 7 Mode Indicators: These indica-

tors light when the Logic 7 mode is in use.

LOGIC 7C appears for the Cinema version

of Logic 7; LOGIC 7M appears for the

Music version of Logic 7. (See page 22 for a

description of the Logic 7 modes.)

JPreset Number/Sleep Timer: When the

tuner is in use, these numbers indicate the spe-

cific preset memory location in use. (See page

26 for more information on preset stations.)

When the Sleep function is in use, these num-

bers show how many minutes remain before

the unit goes into the Standby mode.

KNight Mode Indicator: This indicator

lights when the AVR 120 is in the Night mode,

which preserves the dynamic range of digital

program material at low volume levels.

LSpeaker/Channel Input Indicators: These

indicators are multipurpose, indicating either the

speaker type selected for each channel or the

incoming data-signal configuration.The left,

center, right, right surround and left surround

speaker indicators are composed of three boxes,

while the subwoofer is a single box. The center

box lights when a “small”speaker is selected,

and the two outer boxes light when “large”

speakers are selected. When none of the boxes

are lit for the center, surround or subwoofer

channels, no speaker has been assigned to one

of those positions. (See page 17 for more infor-

mation on configuring speakers.) The letters

inside each of the center boxes display active

input channels. For standard analog inputs, only

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

When a digital source is playing, the indicators

will light to display the channels being received

at the digital input. When the letters flash, the

digital input has been interrupted. (See pages

18–19 for more information on the Channel

Indicators.)

MPreset Indicator: This indicator lights

when the tuner is in use to show that the

Preset Number/Sleep Timer Jis showing

the station’s preset memory number. (See page

26 for more information on tuner presets.)

NSleep Indicator: This indicator lights when

the Sleep function is in use. The numbers in the

Preset Number/Sleep Timer Indicators will show

the minutes remaining before the AVR 120

goes into the Standby mode. (See page 21 for

more information on the Sleep function.)

8FRONT PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY

Front Panel Information Display

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Memory Indicator: This indicator flashes

when entering presets and other information

into the tuner’s memory.

PStereo Indicator: This indicator lights when

an FM station is being tuned in stereo.

Q

Tuned Indicator:

This indicator lights when a

station is being received with sufficient signal

strength to provide acceptable listening quality.

RAuto Indicator: This indicator lights when

the tuner’s Auto mode is in use.

SAnalog Input Indicator: This indicator

lights when an analog input source has been

selected.

TCoaxial Digital Input Indicators: These

indicators light to show when a Coaxial Digital

Input has been selected.

UOptical Digital Input Indicators: These

indicators light to show when an Optical Digital

Input has been selected.

9REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Connections

AC INPUT

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FRONT SPKRS (8Ω)

RIGHT LEFT CENTER

SPKR (8Ω)

ANTENNA

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DIGITAL OUT

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VID 2 VID 2

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DVD DVD

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§DVD Audio Inputs

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ªOptical Digital Output

‚Coaxial Digital Output

⁄DVD Video Inputs

¤Video Monitor Outputs

‹Subwoofer Output

›Front Speaker Outputs

fiSurround Speaker Outputs

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‡Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet

°AC Power Cord

·Video 1 Video Outputs

aVideo 1 Video Inputs

bVideo 2 Video Inputs

cVideo 3 Video Inputs

dOptical Digital Inputs

eCoaxial Digital Inputs

fVideo 3 Audio Inputs

gVideo 2 Audio Inputs

10 REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Rear Panel Connections

¡Tape Inputs: Connect these jacks to the

PLAY/OUT jacks of an audio recorder.

™Tape Outputs: Connect these jacks to the

RECORD/INPUT jacks of an audio recorder.

£Video 1 Audio Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR

or other video source.

¢AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna

supplied with the receiver to these terminals. If an

external AM antenna is used, make connections

to the AM and GND terminals in accordance

with the instructions supplied with the antenna.

∞Video 1 Audio Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT audio jacks on

a VCR.

§DVD Audio Inputs: Connect these jacks

to the analog audio jacks on a DVD or other

video source.

NOTE: The default setting for the audio input

associated with DVD is the Coaxial Digital

Input 1 e. If you connect the audio outputs

of a DVD player to these jacks, change the

input setting as shown on page 20.

¶FM Antenna: Connect the supplied indoor or

an optional external FM antenna to this terminal.

•CD Inputs: Connect these jacks to the out-

put of a compact disc player or CD changer.

ªOptical Digital Output: Connect this jack

to the matching digital input connector on a

digital recorder such as CD-R or MiniDisc

recorder.

‚Coaxial Digital Output: Connect this

jack to the matching digital input connector on

a digital recorder such as a CD-R or MiniDisc

recorder.

⁄DVD Video Inputs: Connect these jacks to

the composite or S-Video output jacks on a

DVD or other video source.

¤Video Monitor Outputs: Connect this

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

monitor or video projector to view the output of

any standard video source selected by the

receiver’s video switcher.

‹Subwoofer Output: Connect this jack to

the line-level input of a powered subwoofer. If

an external subwoofer amplifier is used, con-

nect this jack to the subwoofer amplifier input.

›Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these

outputs to the matching + or – terminals on

your front speakers. When making speaker

connections, always make certain to maintain

correct polarity by connecting the black termi-

nal to the negative (–) terminal on the speak-

ers. Connect the white terminal to the positive

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

terminal to the positive (+) terminal on the

right front speaker and the green terminal to

the positive (+) terminal on the center front

speaker. Newer speakers will have matching

color terminals in accordance with the new CEA

specifications, while existing speakers typically

use a red terminal for the positive (+) speaker

wire connection. (See page 14 for more infor-

mation on speaker polarity.)

fiSurround Speaker Outputs: Connect

these outputs to the matching + or – terminals

on your left and right surround speakers. When

making speaker connections always make cer-

tain to maintain correct polarity by connecting

the black terminal to the negative (–) terminal

on the speakers. Connect the blue terminal to

the positive (+) terminal on the left surround

speaker and the gray terminal to the positive

(+) terminal on the right surround speaker.

Newer speakers will have matching color termi-

nals in accordance with the new CEA specifica-

tions, while existing speakers typically use a red

terminal for the positive (+) speaker wire con-

nection. (See page 14 for more information on

speaker polarity.)

flSwitched AC Accessory Outlet: This

outlet may be used to power any device you

wish to have turned on when the AVR 120 is

turned on with the System Power Control

Switch 2.

‡Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet: This

outlet may be used to power any AC device.

The power will remain on at this outlet regard-

less of whether the AVR 120 is on or off.

NOTE: The total power consumption of all

devices connected to the accessory outlets

should not exceed 100 watts.

°AC Power Cord: Connect the AC plug to

an unswitched AC wall output.

·Video 1 Video Outputs: Connect these

jacks to the RECORD/INPUT composite or

S-Video jack on a VCR.

aVideo 1 Video Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video

jacks on a VCR or other video source.

bVideo 2 Video Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video

jacks on a TV, VCR or other video source.

cVideo 3 Video Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT composite or S-Video

jacks on a cable television box, satellite dish

receiver, VCR or other video source.

dOptical Digital Inputs: Connect the opti-

cal digital output from a DVD player, HDTV

receiver, LD player, satellite receiver, cable box,

MiniDisc player or recorder, or CD player to

these jacks. The signal may be either a Dolby

Digital signal, a DTS signal or a standard PCM

digital source.

eCoaxial Digital Inputs: Connect the coax

digital output from a DVD player, HDTV receiver,

LD player, satellite receiver, cable box, MiniDisc

recorder or CD player to these jacks. The signal

may be either a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal

or a standard PCM digital source. Do not con-

nect the RF digital output of an LD player to

these jacks.

fVideo 3 Audio Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR,

satellite receiver, cable box, video game or

other composite video source.

gVideo 2 Audio Inputs: Connect these

jacks to the PLAY/OUT audio jacks on a VCR,

satellite receiver, cable box, video game or

other composite video source.

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12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS

Remote Control Functions

IMPORTANT NOTE: The AVR 120’s remote

may be programmed to control up to eight

devices, including the AVR 120. Before using the

remote, it is important to remember to press the

Input Selector Button ethat corresponds

to the unit you wish to operate. In addition, the

AVR 120’s remote is shipped from the factory to

operate the AVR 120 and most Harman Kardon

CD or DVD players and cassette decks. The

remote is also capable of operating a wide vari-

ety of other products using the control codes

that are part of the remote. Before using the

remote with other products, follow the instruc-

tions on pages 27–30 to program the proper

codes for the products in your system.

It is also important to remember that many of

the buttons on the remote take on different

functions, depending on the product selected

using the Device Control Selectors. The descrip-

tions shown here primarily detail the functions

of the remote when it is used to operate the

AVR 120. (See pages 31–32 for information

about alternate functions for the remote’s but-

tons.)

aPower Off Button: Pressing this button

turns off (places in the Standby mode) the device

that was last selected by pressing one of the

Input Selectors e. To place the AVR 120 in

the Standby mode, first press the AVR Selector

Button fand then press this button.

bIR Transmitter Window: Point this win-

dow towards the AVR 120 when pressing buttons

on the remote to make certain that infrared com-

mands are properly received.

cProgram Indicator: This three-color indi-

cator is used to guide you through the process

of programming the remote. (See pages 27–30

for information on programming the remote.)

dPower On Button: Press this button

to turn on power to the device that was last

selected by pressing one of the Input Selectors

e. To turn on the AVR 120, press the AVR

Selector Button f.

eInput Selectors: Pressing one of these

buttons will perform three actions at the same

time. First, if the AVR 120 is not turned on, this

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

source shown on the button as the input to the

AVR 120. Finally, it will change the remote con-

trol so that it controls the device selected. After

pressing one of these buttons you must press

the AVR Selector Button fagain to oper-

ate the AVR 120’s functions with the remote.

fAVR Selector: Pressing this button will

switch the remote so that it will operate the

AVR 120’s functions. If the AVR 120 is in the

Standby mode, it will also turn the AVR 120 on.

gAM/FM Tuner Select: Press this button to

select the AVR 120’s tuner as the listening

choice. Pressing this button when the tuner is

already in use will switch between the AM and

FM bands.

hTest Button: Press this button to begin

the sequence used to calibrate the AVR 120’s

output levels. (See pages 18–19 for more infor-

mation on calibrating the AVR 120.)

iSleep Button: Press this button to place

the unit in the Sleep mode. After the time

shown in the display, the AVR 120 will auto-

matically go into the Standby mode. Each press

of the button changes the time until turn-off in

the following order:

Note that this button is also used to change

channels on your TV when the TV is selected.

This button is also used to end the process of

creating a macro command. (See page 28 for

more information on creating macros.)

jSurround Mode Selector: Press this but-

ton to begin the process of changing the sur-

round mode. After the button has been pressed,

use the ⁄/¤Buttons mq to select the

desired surround mode. (See page 22 for more

information.) Note that this button is also used

to tune channels when the TV is selected using

the device Input Selector e. This button is

also used in part of the process of erase stored

macro commands. (See page 28 for more infor-

mation on macros.)

NOTE: The Sleep Button iand Surround

Mode Selector jmay also function as the

Channel + and – keys when the remote is pro-

grammed for use with TVs, cable boxes, VCRs,

satellite receivers or other video devices with

tuners. See page 29 for information on pro-

gramming the remote for Channel Control

Punch-Through capability so that you may

change channels on a separate device when

the remote is in AVR mode.

kNight Mode: Press this button to activate

the Night mode. This mode is available in spe-

cially encoded digital sources, and it preserves

dialog (center channel) intelligibility at low

volume levels.

lChannel Select Button: This button is

used to start the process of setting the AVR 120’s

output levels to an external source. Once this but-

ton is pressed, use the ⁄/¤Buttons mq

to select the channel being adjusted, then press

the Set Button o, followed by the ⁄/¤

Buttons mq again, to change the level set-

ting. (See page 26 for more information.)

m⁄Button: This multipurpose button is

used to change or scroll through items in the

menus, or to change configuration settings such

as output levels. When changing an item such as

the surround mode or digital input directly, first

press the function or mode to be changed (e.g.,

press the Surround Mode Selector jto

select a surround mode or the Digital Select

Button pto change the digital input) and

then press this button to scroll through the list of

available choices.

n‹Button: This button is used to change

the menu selection or setting during some of

the setup procedures for the AVR 120.

oSet Button: This button is used to enter

settings into the AVR 120’s memory. It is also

used in the setup procedures for delay time,

speaker configuration and channel output level

adjustment.

pDigital Select: Press this button to assign

one of the digital inputs de#$ to a

source. (See page 23 for more information on

using digital inputs.)

q¤Button: This multipurpose button is

used to change or scroll through items in the

menus, or to change configuration settings such

as output levels. When changing an item such as

the surround mode or digital input directly, first

press the function or mode to be changed (e.g.,

press the Surround Mode Selector jto

select a surround mode or the Digital Select

Button pto change the digital input) and

then press this button to scroll through the list of

available choices.

rNumeric Keys: These buttons serve as a

ten-button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset

positions. They are also used to select channel

numbers when TV has been selected on the

remote, or to select track numbers on a CD,

DVD or LD player, depending on how the

remote has been programmed.

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sTuner Mode: Press this button when the

tuner is in use to select between automatic

tuning and manual tuning. When the button is

pressed so that the AUTO Indicator Rgoes

out, pressing the Tuning Buttons u8 will

move the frequency up or down in single-step

increments. When the FM band is in use, press-

ing this button when a station’s signal is weak

will change to monaural reception. (See page

25 for more information.)

tDirect Button: Press this button when

the tuner is in use to start the sequence for

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

ing the button simply press the proper

Numeric Keys rto select a station. (See

page 25 for more information on the tuner.)

uTuning Up/Down: When the tuner is in

use, these buttons will tune up or down through

the selected frequency band. If the Tuner Mode

Button s@ has been pressed so that the

AUTO Indicator Ris illuminated, pressing and

holding either of the buttons for three seconds

will cause the tuner to seek the next station with

acceptable signal strength for quality reception.

When the AUTO Indicator Ris NOT illumi-

nated, pressing these buttons will tune stations

in single-step increments. (See page 25 for more

information.)

vMacro Buttons: Press these buttons

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

preprogrammed sequence of commands

stored in the remote. (See page 28 for more

information on storing and recalling macros.)

wTransport Controls: These buttons do

not have any functions for the AVR 120, but

they may be programmed for the forward/

reverse play operation of a wide variety of CD

or DVD players, and audio or video cassette

recorders. (See page 30 for more information

on programming the Transport Control Punch-

Through capability of the remote.)

xSkip Up/Down Button: These buttons

have no direct function with the AVR 120, but

when used with a compatibly programmed CD

or DVD changer they will change the disc cur-

rently being played in the changer.

yDisc Skip Button: This button has no

direct function for the AVR 120, but is often

used when the remote is programmed to oper-

ate a CD or DVD changer to change the discs in

the changer. (See page 28 for more information

on using the remote with other devices.)

zPreset Up/Down: When the tuner is

in use, press these buttons to scroll through the

stations programmed into the AVR 120’s mem-

ory. When some source devices, such as CD

players, VCRs and cassette decks, are selected

using the device Input Selectors e, these

buttons may function as Chapter Step or Track

Advance.

`Clear Button: Press this button to clear

incorrect entries when using the remote to directly

enter a radio station’s frequency.

Memory Button: Press this button to enter

a radio station into the AVR 120’s preset memory.

Once the MEMORY Indicator Oflashes, you

have five seconds to enter a preset memory

location using the Numeric Keys r(See

page 26 for more information.)

Delay/Prev Ch.: Press this button to

begin the process for setting the delay times

used by the AVR 120 when processing surround

sound. After pressing this button, the delay

times are entered by pressing the Set Button

oand then using the ⁄/¤Buttons mq

to change the setting. Press the Set Button

oagain to complete the process. (See page

19 for more information.)

›Button: Press this button to change a

setting or selection when configuring many of the

AVR 120’s settings.

Speaker Select: Press this button to

begin the process of configuring the AVR

120’s bass management system for use with

the type of speakers used in your system. Once

the button has been pressed, use the ⁄/¤

Buttons mq to select the channel you

wish to set up. Press the Set Button oand

then select another channel to configure.

When all adjustments have been completed,

press the Set Button otwice to exit the

settings and return to normal operation. (See

page 17 for more information.)

Spare Button: This button does not have

any function for the operation of the AVR 120,

but it is available for use when programmed

with the code from another remote. (See page

27 for information on programming the remote

with codes for other devices.)

Volume Up/Down: Press these buttons to

raise or lower the system volume. See page 29

for more information on programming the

Volume Control Punch-Through capability of

the remote, which allows you to change the

AVR 120’s volume while the remote is set to

control another device.

TV/Video Selector: This button does not

have a direct function on the AVR 120, but

when used with a compatibly programmed

VCR, DVD or satellite receiver that has a

“TV/Video”function, pressing this button will

switch between the output of the player or

receiver and the external video input to that

player. Consult the owner’s manual for your

specific player or receiver for the details of how

it implements this function.

Mute: Press this button to momentarily

silence the AVR 120 or TV set being controlled,

depending on which device has been selected.

When the AVR 120 is muted, press this button

or use the Volume Control Óto return

to the previous volume level. When the AVR 120

remote is being programmed to operate another

device or when a macro command is being pro-

grammed, this button is pressed with the Input

Selector Button eto begin the program-

ming process. (See page 27 for more informa-

tion on programming the remote.)

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14 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS

System Installation

After unpacking the unit, and placing it on a solid

surface capable of supporting its weight, you will

need to make the connections to your audio and

video equipment.

Audio Equipment Connections

We recommend that you use high-quality inter-

connect cables when making connections to

source equipment and recorders to preserve the

integrity of the signals.

When making connections to audio source

equipment or speakers it is always a good prac-

tice to unplug the unit from the AC wall outlet.

This prevents any possibility of accidentally

sending audio or transient signals to the speak-

ers that may damage them.

1. Connect the analog output of a CD player to

the CD Inputs •.

NOTE: When the CD player has both fixed and

variable audio outputs it is best to use the fixed

output unless you find that the input to the

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

high that the signal is distorted.

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

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

the Tape Input Jacks ¡. Connect the analog

Record/In jacks on the recorder to the Tape

Output Jacks ™on the AVR 120.

3. Connect the output of any digital sources

to the appropriate input connections on the

AVR 120 rear panel. Note that the Optical

and Coaxial Digital Inputs de#$ may

be used with a Dolby Digital or DTS source or

the output of a conventional CD or LD player’s

PCM (S/P-DIF) output. To take advantage of

the AVR 120’s built-in MP3-decoding capabili-

ties, you may also connect the digital output

of a computer or sound card to this input,

provided that the signal from the computer is

in the S/P-DIF format. Check your computer or

sound card’s instructions to verify the type of

output signal or use a transcoder such as the

Harman Kardon DAL 150.

4. Connect the Optical Digital Output ªor

Coaxial Digital Output ‚on the rear panel of

the AVR 120 to the matching digital input connec-

tions on a CD-R or MiniDisc recorder.

5. Assemble the AM Loop Antenna supplied

with the unit as shown below. Connect it to the

AM and GND Screw Terminals ¢.

6. Connect the supplied FM antenna to the FM

Antenna (75 ohm) Connection ¶. The FM

antenna may also be an external roof antenna,

an inside powered or wire lead antenna or a

connection from a cable TV system. Note that if

the antenna or connection uses 300-ohm twin-

lead cable, you must use the 300-ohm-to-75-

ohm adapter supplied with the unit to make

the connection.

7. Connect the front, center and surround

Speaker Outputs ›fi to the respective

speakers.

To ensure that all the audio signals are carried

to your speakers without loss of clarity or reso-

lution, we suggest that you use high-quality

speaker cable. Many brands of cable are avail-

able and the choice of cable may be influenced

by the distance between your speakers and the

receiver, the type of speakers you use, personal

preferences and other factors. Your dealer or

installer is a valuable resource to consult in

selecting the proper cable.

Regardless of the brand of cable selected, we

recommend that you use a cable constructed of

fine, multistrand copper with a gauge of 14 or

smaller. Remember that in specifying cable, the

lower the number, the thicker the cable.

Cable with a gauge of 16 may be used for short

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

mend that you use cables with an AWG equiva-

lent of 18 or higher due to the power loss and

degradation in performance that will occur.

Cables that are run inside walls should have the

appropriate markings to indicate listing with UL,

CSA or other appropriate testing agency stan-

dards. Questions about running cables inside

walls should be referred to your installer or a

licensed electrical contractor who is familiar

with the NEC and/or the applicable local build-

ing codes in your area.

When connecting wires to the speakers, be cer-

tain to observe proper polarity. Remember to

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

same terminal on both the receiver and the

speaker. The AVR 120 is one of the first audio

products with the latest CEA-recommended

color-coding for speaker terminals. Accordingly,

the positive (+) terminal, which was previously

red, is now a specific color to assist you in mak-

ing the correct connections. If your speakers

have color-coded connections, match the termi-

nal on the AVR 120 to the like terminal on your

speakers. For existing speakers with a red termi-

nal for the positive connection, the connections

on the AVR 120 are as follows:

Left Front = White Right Front = Red

Center = Green

Left Surround = Blue Right Surround = Grey

NOTE: While most speaker manufacturers

adhere to an industry convention of using black

terminals for negative and red ones for positive,

some manufacturers may vary from this config-

uration. To ensure proper phase and optimal

performance, consult the identification plate on

your speaker or the speaker’s manual to verify

polarity. If you do not know the polarity of your

speaker, ask your dealer for advice before pro-

ceeding, or consult the speaker’s manufacturer.

We also recommend that the length of cable

used to connect speaker pairs be identical.

For example, use the same length piece of

cable to connect the front-left and front-right

or surround-left and surround-right speakers,

even if the speakers are a different distance

from the AVR 120.

8. Connections to a subwoofer are normally

made via a line-level audio connection from the

Subwoofer Output ‹to the line-level input

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

passive subwoofer is used, the connection first

goes to a power amplifier, which will be con-

nected to one or more subwoofer speakers. If

you are using a powered subwoofer that does

not have line-level input connections, follow the

instructions furnished with the speaker for con-

nection information.

Video Equipment Connections

Video equipment is connected in the same man-

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

quality interconnect cables is recommended to

preserve signal quality.

1. Connect a VCR’s audio and video Play/Out

jacks to the Video 1 Input Jacks £a on

the rear panel. The Audio and Video Record/In

jacks on the VCR should be connected to the

Video 1 Out Jacks ∞· on the AVR 120.

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Installation and Connections

2. Connect the analog audio and video outputs

of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter or

television set or any other video source to the

Video 2 or Video 3 Jacks bcfg.

3. Connect the analog audio and video

outputs of a DVD or laser disc player to the

DVD Jacks §⁄. When a digital audio con-

nection is used for your DVD player, the

default connection is the Coaxial Digital

Input 1 Jack e. However, the connection

may also be made to any of the Optical d#

or Coaxial e$Digital Inputs, provided

that the digital input source selection is

changed as shown on page 23.

4. Connect the digital audio outputs of a DVD

player, satellite receiver, cable box or HDTV con-

verter to the appropriate Optical or Coaxial

Digital Inputs de#$.

5. Connect the Video Monitor Output ¤

jacks on the receiver to the composite or

S-Video input of your television monitor or

video projector.

Video Connection Note:

•Composite and S-Video signals may only be

viewed in their native formats.

Power Connections

This unit is equipped with two accessory AC

outlets. They may be used to power accessory

devices, but they should not be used with high-

current draw equipment such as power ampli-

fiers. The total power draw to each outlet may

not exceed 100 watts.

The Switched AC Accessory Outlet flwill

receive power only when the unit is on. This is

recommended for devices that have no power

switch or a mechanical power switch that may

be left in the “ON”position.

NOTE: Many audio and video products go into

a Standby mode when they are used with

switched outlets, and cannot be fully turned on

using the outlet alone without a remote control

command.

The Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet ‡

will receive power as long as the unit is

plugged into a powered AC outlet.

Finally, when all connections are complete,

plug the Power Cord °into a nonswitched

120-volt AC wall outlet. You’re almost ready to

enjoy the AVR 120!

16 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

System Configuration

When all audio, video and system connections

have been made, there are a few configuration

adjustments that must be made. A few minutes

spent to correctly configure and calibrate the

unit will greatly add to your listening experience.

Speaker Selection and Placement

The placement of speakers in a multichannel

home theater system can have a noticeable

impact on the quality of sound reproduced.

No matter which type or brand of speakers is

used, the same model or brand of speaker

should be used for the left front, center and

right front speakers. This creates a seamless

front soundstage and eliminates the possibility

of distracting sonic disturbances that occur

when a sound moves across mismatched

front-channel speakers.

Speaker Placement

Depending on the type of center-channel

speaker in use and your viewing device, place

the center speaker either directly above or

below your TV, or in the center behind a perfo-

rated front projection screen.

Once the center-channel speaker is installed,

position the left front and right front speakers

so that they are as far away from one another

as the center-channel speaker is from the pre-

ferred listening position. Ideally, the front-channel

speakers should be placed so that their tweeters

are no more than 24" above or below the

tweeter in the center-channel speaker.

Depending on the specifics of your room

acoustics and the type of speakers in use, you

may find that imaging is improved by moving

the left front and right front speakers slightly

forward of the center-channel speaker. If possi-

ble, adjust all front loudspeakers so that they

are aimed at ear height when you are seated

in the listening position.

Using these guidelines, you’ll find that it takes

some experimentation to find the correct loca-

tion for the front speakers in your particular

installation. Don’t be afraid to move things

around until the system sounds correct. Optimize

your speakers so that audio transitions across

the front of the room sound smooth, and that

sounds from all speakers appear to arrive at the

C) Optimal placement of surround speaker

listening position at the same time (without

delay from the center speaker compared to the

left and right speakers).

Surround speakers should be placed on the side

walls of the room, at or slightly behind the

listening position. The center of the speaker

should face into the room. The speakers should

be located so that the bottom of the cabinet

is at least two feet higher than the listeners’

ears when the listeners are seated in the

desired area.

If side-wall mounting is not practical, the

speakers may be placed on a rear wall, behind

the listening position. Again, they should be

located so that the bottom of the cabinet is at

least two feet higher than the listeners’ ears.

The speakers should be no more than six feet

behind the rear of the seating area.

Subwoofers produce nondirectional sound, so

they may be placed almost anywhere in a

room. Actual placement should be based on

room size and shape and the type of subwoofer

used. One method of finding the optimal loca-

tion for a subwoofer is to begin by placing it in

the front of the room, about six inches from a

wall, or near the front corner of the room.

Another method is to temporarily place the

subwoofer at your normal listening position,

and then walk around the room until you find

a spot where the subwoofer sounds best. Place

the subwoofer in that spot. You should also

follow the instructions of the subwoofer’s man-

ufacturer, or you may wish to experiment with

the best location for a subwoofer in your lis-

tening room.

Once the speakers have been placed in the

room and connected, the remaining steps

in the setup process are to program the

AVR 120’s bass management system for the

type of speakers used in your system, calibrate

the output levels, and set the delay times used

by the surround sound processor.

Right Front

Speaker

Left Front

Speaker

No more

than 24"

Center Front Speaker

At least 2 feet

At least 6 inches from ceiling

A) Front-Channel Speaker Installation with

Direct-View TV Sets or Rear-Screen Projectors

Center Front

Speaker

Optional Rear-Wall Mounting

TV or Projection Screen

Right Front

Speaker

Left Front

Speaker

No more than 6 feet

when rear-mounted

speakers are used

B) The distance between the left and right

speakers should be equal to the distance

from the seating position to the viewing

screen. You may also experiment with

placing the left and right speakers slightly

forward of the center speaker.

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You are now ready to power up the AVR 120 to

begin these final adjustments.

1. Plug the Power Cord °into an

unswitched AC outlet.

2. Press the Main Power Switch 1in until

it latches and the word “OFF”on the top

of the switch disappears inside the front

panel. Note that the Power Indicator 3

will turn amber, indicating that the unit is

in the Standby mode.

3. Remove the protective plastic film from the

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

may affect the performance of your remote

control.

4. Install the three supplied AAA batteries in

the remote as shown. Be certain to follow

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

on the bottom of the battery compartment.

5. Turn the AVR 120 on either by pressing the

System Power Control 2on the front

panel, or via the remote by pressing the

AVR Selector for any of the Input

Selectors eg on the remote. The

Power Indicator 3will turn green to

confirm that the unit is on, and the Main

Information Display Ûwill also light up.

System Setup

The AVR 120 features an advanced memory

system that enables you to establish different

configurations for the bass management, digital

input, surround mode, delay times and output

levels for each input source. This flexibility

enables you to custom-tailor the way in which

you listen to each source and have the AVR 120

memorize those settings. This means, for exam-

ple, that you may use different output levels or

trims for different sources, or set different

speaker configurations with the resultant

changes to the bass management system. Once

these settings are made, they will automatically

be recalled whenever you select that input.

The factory default settings for the AVR 120

have all inputs configured for an analog source

(except for the DVD input, which has the

Coaxial Digital Input 1 eas the default),

Stereo as the surround mode, all speaker

positions set to “small,”and a subwoofer

connected. Before using the unit, you will

probably want to change the settings for most

inputs so that they are properly configured to

reflect the use of digital or analog inputs, the

type of speakers installed and the surround

mode specifics. Remember that since the

AVR 120 memorizes the settings for each input

individually, you will need to make these

adjustments for each input used. However,

once they are made, further adjustment is

only required when system components are

changed.

Once you have completed the settings for the

first input, many settings may be duplicated for

the remaining inputs. Remember that once the

settings are entered for one input, they must be

completed for all other input sources in your

system.

Speaker Setup

These adjustments tell the AVR 120 which type

of speakers are in use. This is important as it

adjusts the settings that determine which

speakers receive low-frequency (bass) informa-

tion. For each of these settings use the

LARGE setting if the speakers for a particular

position are traditional full-range loudspeakers

that are capable of reproducing sounds below

100Hz. Use the SMALL setting for smaller,

frequency-limited satellite speakers that do not

reproduce sounds below 100Hz. Note that

when “small”speakers are used, a subwoofer

is required to reproduce low-frequency sounds.

Remember that the “large”and “small”

descriptions do not refer to the actual physical

size of the speakers, but to their ability to

reproduce low-frequency sounds. If you are in

doubt as to which category describes your

speakers, consult the specifications in the

speakers’ owner’s manual, or ask your dealer.

With the AVR 120 turned on, follow these steps

to configure the speakers:

1. Put the AVR 120 in the Dolby Pro Logic II

mode by pressing the Surround Mode

Selector 7on the front panel or by press-

ing the Surround Mode Selector jon

the remote, until PRO LOGIC II

appears in the Main Information Display

Fand the Pro Logic II Indicator D

lights.

2. Press the Speaker Select Button

on the remote or front panel. The words

FNT SPEAKER will appear in the

Main Information Display F.

3. Press the Set Button o.

4. Press the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the

remote or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel until either LARGE or

SMALL appears, matching the type of

speakers you have at the left-front and right-

front positions, as described by the defini-

tions shown in the preceding section.

When SMALL is selected, low-frequency

sounds will be sent to the subwoofer output

only. Note that if you choose this option,

and there is no subwoofer connected, you

will not hear any low-frequency sounds from

the front channels.

When LARGE is selected, a full-range out-

put will be sent to the front-left and front-

right outputs, and NO low-frequency signals

will be sent to the subwoofer output.

5. When you have completed your selection for

the front channel, press the Set Button

o, and then press the ▲/▼Buttons

mq on the remote or the Selector

Buttons 5on the front panel to change

the display to CEN SPEAKER.

6. Press the Set Button oagain, and

use the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the

remote, or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel, to select the option that best

describes your system based on the speaker

definitions shown in the preceding section.

When CEN SMALL is selected, low-fre-

quency center-channel sounds will be sent to

the subwoofer output only. Note that if you

choose this option and there is no sub-

woofer connected, you will not hear any

low-frequency sounds from the center-chan-

nel speaker.

When CEN LARGE is selected, a full-

range output will be sent to the center-

speaker output, and NO center-channel sig-

nal will be sent to the subwoofer output.

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System Configuration

NOTE: If you choose Logic 7 as the sur-

round mode for the particular input source

for which you are configuring your speakers,

the AVR 120 will not make the LARGE

option available for the center speaker. This

is due to the requirements of Logic 7 pro-

cessing, and does not indicate a problem with

your receiver.

When CEN NONE is selected, no signals

will be sent to the center-channel output.

7.When you have completed your selection for

the center channel, press the Set Button

o, and then press the ‹/›Buttons

non the remote or the Selector

Buttons 5on the front panel to change

the display to SUR SPEAKER.

8.Press the Set Button oagain, and

then use the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the

remote or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel to select the option that best

describes your system based on the speaker

definitions shown in the preceding section.

When SUR SMALL is selected, low-

frequency surround-channel sounds will be

sent to the subwoofer output only. Note that

if you choose this option and there is no

subwoofer connected, you will not hear any

low-frequency sounds from the surround

speaker.

When SUR LARGE is selected, a full-

range output will be sent to the surround-

channel outputs, and NO surround-channel

signals will be sent to the subwoofer output.

When SUR NONE is selected, surround

sound information will be split between the

front-left and front-right outputs. Note that

for optimal performance when no surround

speakers are in use, the Dolby 3 Stereo

mode should be used instead of Dolby Pro

Logic II.

9. When you have completed your selection for

the surround channel, press the Set Button

o, and then press ▲/▼Buttons

mq on the remote or the Selector

Buttons 5on the front panel to change

the display to S-W SPEAKER.

10. Press the Set Button o, and then

press the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the

remote or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel to select the option that best

describes your system.

The choices available for the subwoofer position

will depend on the settings for the other speak-

ers, particularly the front left/right positions.

If the front left/right speakers are set to

SMALL, the subwoofer will automatically be

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

If the front left/right speakers are set to

LARGE, three options are available:

• If no subwoofer is connected to the

AVR 120, press the ▲/▼Buttons mq

on the remote so that SUB NONE

appears in the Main Information Display

F. When this option is selected, all bass

information will be routed to the front

left/right “main”speakers.

• If a subwoofer is connected to the AVR 120,

you have the option to have the front

left/right “main”speakers reproduce bass

frequencies at all times, and have the sub-

woofer operate only when the AVR 120 is

being used with a digital source that con-

tains a dedicated Low-Frequency Effects, or

LFE, soundtrack. This allows you to use both

your main and subwoofer speakers to take

advantage of the special bass created for

certain movies. Press ▲/▼Buttons

mq on the remote so that SUB

(LFE) appears in the Main Information

Display F.

• If a subwoofer is connected and you wish

to use it for bass reproduction in conjunc-

tion with the main front left/right speakers,

regardless of the type of program source or

surround mode you are listening to, press

the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the remote

so that SUB L/R+LFE appears in the

Main Information Display F. When this

option is selected, a “complete”feed will

be sent to the front left/right “main”speak-

ers, and the subwoofer will receive bass fre-

quencies below 100Hz.

11. When all speaker selections have been

made, press the Set Button oto

return to normal operation.

Output Level Adjustment

Output level adjustment is a key part of the

configuration process for any surround sound

product. It is particularly important for a Dolby

Digital receiver such as the AVR 120, as correct

output levels will ensure that you hear sound

tracks in their proper place with the proper

directionality and intensity.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Listeners are often con-

fused about the operation of the surround

channels. While some assume that sound

should always be coming from each speaker,

most of the time there will be little or no sound

in the surround channels. This is because they

are only used when a movie director or sound

mixer specifically places sound there to create

ambiance, a special effect or to continue action

from the front of the room to the rear. When

the output levels are properly set, it is normal

for surround speakers to operate only occasion-

ally. Artificially increasing the volume to the rear

speakers may destroy the illusion of an envelop-

ing sound field that duplicates the way you

hear sound in a movie theater or concert hall.

Before beginning the adjustment process, make

certain that all speaker connections have been

properly made. The system volume should be

set to the level that you will use during a typi-

cal listening session. Finally, make certain that

the Balance Control *is set to the center

“12 o’clock”position.

To assist in making speaker configuration set-

tings, the icons in the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators Lchange as the speaker

type is selected at each position. When only the

center icon box containing the abbreviation for

the speaker position is lit, the speaker is set for

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

boxes are lit, the speaker is set for “large.”

When no indicator appears at a speaker loca-

tion, that position is set for “none”or “no”

speaker.

For example, in the following figure, the left

front and right front speakers are set for

“large,”the center, surround left (SL) and sur-

round right (SR) speakers are set for small, and

a subwoofer is set, as shown by the box with

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

frequency effects.”

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To adjust and calibrate the output levels, follow

these steps. For accurate calibration, it is a

good idea to make these adjustments while

seated in your favorite listening position:

1.Put the AVR 120 in the Dolby Pro Logic II

mode by pressing Surround Mode

Selector 7on the front panel, or by

pressing the Surround Mode Selector

jon the remote, until PRO LOGIC

II scrolls across the Main Information

Display Fand the Pro Logic II

Indicators Dlight.

2.Press the Test Button hon the remote.

T-T FL 0dB will appear in the Main

Information Display Fand the letters

FL will flash once each second.

3.The test noise will immediately begin to

circulate among the speakers in a clock-

wise rotation, pausing at each position for

three seconds. As the test noise rotates,

the speaker position will be shown in the

Main Information Display F.

NOTE: This is a good time to verify that

the speakers have been properly connect-

ed. As the test noise circulates, listen to

make certain that the sound comes from

the speaker position shown in the Main

Information Display. If the sound from a

speaker location does NOT match the posi-

tion indicated in the display, turn the

AVR 120 off using the Main Power

Switch 1and check the speaker wiring

to make certain that each speaker is con-

nected to the correct output terminal.

4.After checking for speaker placement, let

the test noise circulate, and listen to see

which channels sound louder than the oth-

ers. Using the front left (FL in the display)

speaker as a reference, press the ▲/▼

Buttons mq on the remote or the

Selector Buttons 5on the front panel

for each channel to begin to bring them to

the same level. Note that when one of the

buttons is pushed, the test noise circula-

tion will pause on the channel being

adjusted to give you time to make the

adjustment. When you release the button,

the circulation will resume after 15 seconds.

5.Continue to adjust the individual speakers

until they all have the same volume. Note

that adjustments should be made with the

▲/▼Buttons mq on the remote or

the Selector Buttons 5on the front

panel only, NOT the main volume controls.

Then press the Set Button oto

memorize the change. If you are using a

sound pressure (SPL) meter for precise

level adjustment, set the volume so that

the meter reads 75dB, C-Weighting Slow.

NOTE: The subwoofer output level is not

adjustable using the test tone. To change

the subwoofer level, follow the steps for

Output Level Trim Adjustment on page 26.

6.When you have adjusted the output so

that all channels have the same level,

press the Test Button hon the remote

to complete the adjustment.

Delay Settings

Due to the different distances between the

front-channel speakers and the listening posi-

tion compared to the surround speakers and

the listening position, the amount of time it

takes for sound to reach your ears from the

front or surround speakers may differ. You may

compensate for this difference through the use

of the delay settings to adjust the timing to

tailor the specific speaker placement and

acoustic conditions in your listening room or

home theater.

The factory setting is appropriate for most

rooms, but some installations create an uncom-

mon distance between the front and surround

speakers that may cause the arrival of front-

channel sounds to become disconnected from

surround-channel sounds.

To resynchronize the front and surround chan-

nels, follow these steps:

1.Measure the distance from the listening/

viewing position to the front speakers.

2.Measure the distance from the listening/

viewing position 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 the

Dolby Digital surround modes, the opti-

mal delay time is the result of that sub-

traction. For example, if the front speak-

ers are ten feet away and the surround

speakers are five feet away, the optimal

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

this example, the delay time for Dolby

Digital should be set at five milliseconds.

b. When setting the delay time for the

Pro Logic II mode, take the result of the

subtraction and add 15 to obtain the

optimal delay time. For example, if the

front speakers are ten feet away and the

surround speakers are five feet away, the

optimal delay time is figured as

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

Pro Logic delay should be set at twenty

milliseconds.

NOTE: The Theater and Hall modes use a fixed,

nonadjustable delay time.

The Dolby Digital mode also includes a separate

setting for the center-channel delay mode, since

the discrete nature of these signals makes the

location of the center-channel speaker more

critical. To calculate the delay for the center

channel, measure the distance from the pre-

ferred listening position in the center of the

room to both the center-channel speaker and

either the left or right speaker.

If the distances are equal, no further adjust-

ment is required and the center delay should be

set to zero. If the distance to the front speakers

is greater than the distance to the center

speaker, you may wish to reposition the speak-

ers by moving the front-left and front-right

speakers closer to the listening position or the

center speaker further away from the listening

position.

If repositioning of the speakers is not possible,

adjust the center delay time, adding one mil-

lisecond of center-channel delay for every foot

closer to the listening position the center

speaker is than the front speaker. For example,

if the front-left and front-right speakers are

each 10 feet from the listening position and the

center-channel speaker is 8 feet away, the delay

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

center delay of 2 milliseconds.

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System Configuration

To set the delay times, follow these steps:

1. Put the AVR 120 in the Dolby Pro Logic II

mode by pressing the Surround Mode

Selector 7on the front panel or by

pressing the Surround Mode Selector

jon the remote, until PRO LOGIC II

appears in the Main Information Display

Fand the Pro Logic II Indicator D

lights up.

2. Press the Delay Button on

the remote or front panel. The words

S DELAY TIME will appear in the

Main Information Display F.

3. Press the Set Button o.

4. Adjust the delay time by pressing the ▲/▼

Buttons mq on the remote or the

Selector Buttons 5on the front panel

until the delay time figure calculated using

the formula entered above appears in the

display.

5. If only analog sources will be used, no

adjustment is needed for the center-channel

delay. In that case, press the Set Button

oto enter the surround delay set-

tings into the AVR 120’s memory. However,

if you will be using digital sources and the

calculations outlined above indicate that

the center-channel delay requires an adjust-

ment, continue with the following steps.

6. Before setting the center-channel delay

time, make certain that a digital source has

been selected.

7. Select the Dolby Digital mode by pressing

either the Surround Mode Selector 7

on the front panel or the Surround Mode

Selector jon the remote, until

DOLBY DIG appears in the Main

Information Display F.

8. Press the Delay Button on

the remote or front panel. The words

S DELAY TIME will appear in the

Main Information Display F.

9. Press the Set Button o, and then

immediately press the ▲/▼Buttons

mq on the remote or the Selector

Buttons 5on the front panel until the

desired delay time for the surround chan-

nels is shown in the display.

10. Press the Set Button owithin three

seconds after the desired setting is shown.

11. Press the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the

remote once so that C DELAY TIME

appears in the Main Information Display

F.

12. Press the the Set Button o.

13. Press the ▲/▼Buttons mq on the

remote or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel until the desired delay

time for the center channel appears in the

display.

14. Press the Set Button oto enter the

setting into the AVR 120’s memory.

Additional Input Adjustments

In addition to the major adjustments described

in the preceding pages, you may also wish to

set the type of audio source type (analog or

digital) to be used with an input at this time.

Once a specific audio source type is associated

with any of the inputs, it will remain in the

memory until it is changed, even when another

input is selected. To attach one of the digital

inputs to a specific source, follow these steps:

1. Press the Digital Button p.

2. Immediately press the ▲/▼Buttons

mq or Selector Buttons 5to scroll

through the list of available digital inputs or

the analog input.

3. When the desired input type is shown in

both the Main Information Display F

and in the Analog S,Coaxial Digital

Input Tor Optical Digital Input U

Indicators, press the Set Button o

to enter the setting into the unit's memory.

You may also “memorize”a specific surround

mode so that it will always be used when an

input is selected. The AVR 120 always remem-

bers the last surround mode used with any

input, but during the setup process you may

wish to preset the modes for each source. To do

that, follow these steps:

1. Select an input by pressing one of the Input

Selectors e! or the AM/FM Tuner

Select g.

2. Press the Surround Mode Selector

j7, and immediately press the ▲/▼

Buttons mq or Surround Mode

Selector !to scroll through the list of

available surround modes. Note that the

name of each mode will scroll from right to

left across the Main Information Display

F. To avoid having the system “time out”

and exit the select process, be sure to press

the ▲/▼Buttons mq or Surround

Mode Selector !to select the next mode

at any time the mode name is displayed.

3. When the desired mode name appears in the

Main Information Display Fand in the

Surround Mode Indicators ,

simply pause for a few seconds to allow the

unit to “time out.”Your selection will be

memorized and will be activated each time

the input is selected until another mode is

selected.

4. Repeat the process for each of the inputs.

5. When the desired Surround mode has been

entered for all inputs, press the Set Button

o.

Once the settings outlined on the previous

pages have been made, the AVR 120 is ready

for operation. While there are some additional

settings to be made, these are best done after

you have had an opportunity to listen to a vari-

ety of sources and different kinds of program

material. These settings are described on pages

21 through 26 of this manual. In addition, any

of the settings made in the initial configuration

of the unit may be changed at any time. As you

add new or different sources or speakers, or if

you wish to change a setting to better reflect

your listening taste, simply follow the instruc-

tions for changing the settings for that parame-

ter, as shown in this section.

Having completed the setup and configuration

process for your AVR 120, you are about

to experience the finest in music and home

theater listening. Enjoy!

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Operation

Basic Operation

Once you have completed the setup and

configuration of the AVR 120, it is simple to

operate and enjoy. The following instructions

will help you maximize the enjoyment of your

new receiver:

Turning the AVR 120 On or Off

• When using the AVR 120 for the first time, you

must press the Main Power Switch 1on the

front panel to turn the unit on. This places the

unit in a Standby mode, as indicated by the

amber color of the Power Indicator 3. Once

the unit is in Standby, you may begin a listening

session by pressing the System Power Control

2on the front panel or the AVR Selector

f. Note that the Power Indicator 3will

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

to the input source that was last used.The unit

may also be turned on from Standby by pressing

any of the Input Selector Buttons ef

gon the remote or the Input Source

Selector !on the front panel.

NOTE: After pressing one of the Input Selector

Buttons eg to turn the unit on, press the

AVR Selector fto set the remote control to

the AVR 120’s functions.

To turn the unit off at the end of a listening

session, simply press the System Power

Control 2on the front panel or the Power

Off Button aon the remote. Power will be

shut off to any equipment plugged into the rear

panel Switched AC Outlet fland the

Power Indicator 3will turn amber.

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

it is actually placing the system in a Standby

mode, as indicated by the amber color of the

Power Indicator 3.

•To program the AVR 120 for automatic turn-

off, press the Sleep Button ion the remote.

Each press of the button will decrease the time

before shut down in the following sequence:

The sleep time will be displayed in the Preset

Number/Sleep Timer Indicator Jand it

will count down until the time has elapsed.

When the programmed sleep time has elapsed,

the unit will automatically turn off. Note that

the front panel display will dim to one half

brightness when the Sleep function is

programmed. To cancel the Sleep function,

press and hold the Sleep Buttoniuntil

the information display returns to normal

brightness, the Sleep indicator numbers

disappear and the words SLEEP OFF

appear in the Main Information Display F.

When you will be away from home for an

extended period of time it is always a good

idea to completely turn the unit off with the

front panel Main Power Switch 1.

NOTE: All preset memories are lost if the unit is

left turned off by using the Main Power

Switch 1for more than two weeks.

Source Selection

•To select a source, press any of the Source

Selector Buttons eg on the remote.

• The input source may also be changed by

pressing the front-panel Input Source

Selector !. Each press of the button will

move the input selection through the list of

available inputs.

• As the input is changed, the AVR 120 will

automatically switch to the digital input (if

selected), surround mode, speaker configura-

tion, output levels and night mode status that

were entered during the configuration process

for that source.

• The front-panel Video 4 Inputs %^ may

be used to connect a device such as a video

game or camcorder to your home entertain-

ment system on a temporary basis.

• As the input source is changed, the new input

name will momentarily appear in the Main

Information Display Fand a green LED will

light next to the selected input’s name in the

front panel Input Indicators .

• When an audio source is selected, the last

video input used remains routed to the Video

1 Output ·and Video Monitor Output

¤. This allows you to listen to an audio input

such as the tuner while watching one of the

video inputs.

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

nal for that input will be routed to the Video

Monitor Output Jack ¤and will be viewable

on a TV monitor connected to the AVR 120.

Volume Control

• Adjust the volume to a comfortable level

using the front-panel Volume Control Óor

remote Volume Up/Down buttons.

• When listening in the Stereo mode with the

surround circuits off, the Balance Control *

may be used to adjust the relative sound output

between the front left and right speakers.

• To temporarily silence all speaker outputs

press the Mute Button . This will inter-

rupt the output to all speakers and the head-

phone jack, but it will not affect any recording

or dubbing that may be in progress. Press the

Mute Button again or adjust the volume

to return to normal operation.

• During a listening session you may wish to

adjust the Bass Control &and Treble

Control (to suit your listening tastes or

room acoustics.

• To set the output of the AVR 120 so that

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

activated, press the Tone Mode Button 6

until the words Tone Out appear momen-

tarily in the Main Information Display F.

To return the tone controls to an active condi-

tion, press the Tone Mode Button 6until

the words Tone In momentarily appear in

the Main Information Display F.

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

phone plug from a pair of stereo headphones

into the front panel Headphone Jack 4.

Note that when the headphone’s plug is con-

nected, the word HEADPHONE will scroll

once across the Main Information Display

Fand all speakers will be silenced. When the

headphone plug is removed, the audio feed to

the speakers will be restored.

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MODE FEATURES DELAY TIME RANGE

DOLBY DIGITAL Available only with digital input sources encoded with Dolby Digital data. It provides Center: 0 ms –5 ms

up to five separate main audio channels and a special dedicated Low-Frequency Effects Initial Setting – 0 ms

channel. Surround: 0 ms –15 ms

Initial Setting – 0 ms

DTS Available only with digital input sources encoded with DTS data. Available on special Delay time not adjustable

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

a special dedicated low-frequency channel.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II Dolby Pro Logic II is the latest version of Dolby Laboratory’s benchmark surround technology 15 ms – 30 ms

MOVIE that decodes full-range, discrete left, center, right, right surround and left surround channels Initial Setting = 15 ms

MUSIC from either matrix surround encoded programs or conventional stereo sources.

EMULATION 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

creates compelling five-channel surround sound from conventional stereo recordings.

LOGIC 7 C Logic 7 is an advanced mode that extracts the maximum surround information from either Delay time not adjustable

LOGIC 7 M surround-encoded programs or conventional stereo material. The Logic 7 C or Cinema mode

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

DOLBY 3 STEREO Uses the information contained in a surround-encoded or two-channel stereo program to No surround channels

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

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

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

but no surround speakers.

THEATER The THEATER mode creates a sound field that resembles the acoustic feeling of a Delay time not adjustable

standard live performance theater.

HALL 1 The two Hall modes create sound fields that resemble a small (HALL1) or Delay time not adjustable

HALL 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 channels

VMAx 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 when

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

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

The VMAx modes are also available using the Headphones Output 4. When headphones

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

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

5-Channel Stereo This mode takes advantage of multiple speakers to place a stereo signal at both the front and No delay is available for

back of a room. 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 channels

OFF (STEREO) channel presentation of two-channel stereo programs.

Surround Mode Chart

23 OPERATION

Operation

Surround Mode Selection

One of the most important features of the

AVR 120 is its ability to reproduce a full

multichannel surround sound field from digital

sources, analog matrix surround-encoded

programs and standard stereo programs. In all,

a total of fifteen listening modes are available

on the AVR 120.

Selection of a surround mode is based on per-

sonal taste, as well as the type of program

source material being used. For example, motion

pictures or TV programs bearing the logo of one

of the major surround-encoding processes, such

as Dolby Surround, DTS Stereo or UltraStereo®

may be played in either the Dolby Digital, Dolby

Pro Logic II or Logic 7 Cinema surround modes

depending on the source material.

NOTE: Once a program has been encoded with

matrix surround information, it retains the sur-

round information as long as the program is

broadcast in stereo. Thus, movies with surround

sound may be decoded via any of the analog

surround modes such as Pro Logic II or Logic 7,

when they are broadcast via conventional TV

stations, cable, pay TV and satellite transmission.

In addition, a growing number of made-for-

television programs, sports broadcasts, radio

dramas and music CDs are also recorded in

surround sound. You may view a list of these

programs at the Dolby Laboratories Web site

at www.dolby.com.

Even when a program is not listed as carrying

intentional surround information, you may find

that the Pro Logic II, Logic 7, VMAx and the

Hall or Theater modes often deliver enveloping

surround presentations through the use of

the natural information present in all stereo

recordings. However, for stereo, but not surround

programs, we suggest that you experiment with

the other modes.

Surround modes are selected using either the

front panel controls or the remote. To select a

surround mode from the front panel, press the

Surround Mode Selector 7to scroll up or

down through the list of available modes. To

select a surround mode using the remote, press

the Surround Mode Selectorjand then

press the

⁄

/

¤

Buttons mq to change

the mode. As you press the buttons, the

Surround mode name will appear in the Main

Information Display F, and an individual

mode indicator will also light up BCDEG

HI. As the surround modes change, a green

LED will light next to the current mode in the

Surround Mode Indicators ˜list on the

front panel.

NOTE: The name of each Surround Mode will

scroll across the Main Information Display

Fwhile the modes are being selected. To

avoid exiting from the surround mode selection

process, be certain to push the

▲

or

▼

Button

mq while a mode name is still visible.

Note that the Dolby Digital and DTS modes may

only be selected when a digital input is in use.

In addition, when a digital source is present,

the AVR 120 will automatically select and

switch to the correct mode (Dolby Digital or

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

viously selected. For more information on select-

ing digital sources, see the following section of

this manual.

To listen to a program in traditional two-channel

stereo, using the front-left and front-right

speakers only (plus the subwoofer if installed

and configured), follow the instructions shown

above for using the remote until SURR OFF

appears in the Main Information Display F.

Digital Audio Playback

Digital audio is a major advancement over older

analog matrix surround systems. It delivers five

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

left-surround and right-surround. Each channel

reproduces full frequency range (20Hz to 20kHz)

and offers dramatically improved dynamic range

and significant improvements to signal-to-noise

ratios. In addition, digital systems have the capa-

bility to deliver an additional channel that is

specifically devoted to low-frequency information.

This is the “.1”channel referred to when you see

these systems described as “5.1”. The bass chan-

nel is separate from the other channels, but since

it is intentionally bandwidth-limited, sound

designers have given it that unique designation.

Dolby Digital

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

a standard part of the DVD format, and is also

part of the new digital broadcasting system and it

is available with many satellite receivers and

some digital cable boxes, as well as with specially

encoded LD discs.

Note that an optional, external RF demodulator

is required to use the AVR 120 to listen to the

Dolby Digital sound tracks available on laser

discs. Connect the RF output of the LD player to

the demodulator and then connect the digital

output of the demodulator to the the Optical

or Coaxial Inputs de#$ of the AVR

120. No demodulator is required for use with

DVD players or DTS-encoded laser discs.

DTS

DTS is another digital audio system that is

capable of delivering 5.1 audio. Although both

DTS and Dolby Digital are digital, they use dif-

ferent methods of encoding the signals, and

thus they require different decoding circuits to

convert the digital signals back to analog.

DTS-encoded sound tracks are available on

select DVD and LD discs, as well as on special

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

CD player equipped with a digital output to

play DTS-encoded discs with the AVR 120. All

that is required is to connect the player’s output

to either the Optical or Coaxial input on the

rear panel de or front panel #$.

In order to listen to DVDs encoded with DTS

sound tracks, the DVD player must be compati-

ble with the DTS signal as indicated by a DTS

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

DVD players may not be able to play DTS-

encoded DVDs. This does not indicate a prob-

lem with the AVR 120, as some players cannot

pass the DTS signal through to the digital out-

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

your DVD player to handle DTS discs, consult

the player’s owner’s manual. Please note that

some DVD players are shipped with their output

set for Dolby Digital only. To insure that DTS

data is being sent to the AVR, please check the

setup menu system on your DVD player to

make certain that DTS data output is enabled.

Selecting a Digital Source

To utilize either digital mode you must have

properly connected a digital source to the

AVR 120. Connect the digital outputs from DVD

players, HDTV receivers, satellite systems or CD

players to the Optical or Coaxial Inputs

de#$. In order to provide a backup sig-

nal and a source for analog stereo recording,

the analog outputs provided on digital source

equipment should also be connected to their

appropriate inputs on the AVR 120 rear panel

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

from a DVD to the DVD Audio Inputs §on

the rear panel when you connect the source’s

digital outputs).

When playing a digital source such as DVD, first

select the input using the remote or front panel

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Operation

controls as outlined in this manual. Next, select

the digital source by pressing the Digital

Input Selector Button pÚ and then

using the ⁄/¤Buttons mq on the

remote or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel to

choose any of the OPTICAL

or COAXIAL

inputs, as they appear in the

Main Information Display F, the Digital

Input Indicators TU. When the digital

source is playing, the AVR 120 will automatical-

ly detect whether it is a multichannel Dolby

Digital or DTS source, an MP3 signal or a con-

ventional PCM signal, which is the standard

output from CD players. A Bitstream

Indicator Awill light in the Main

Information Display Ûto confirm that the

digital signal is Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or MP3.

Digital Status Indicators

When a digital source is playing, the AVR 120

senses the type of bitstream data that is pres-

ent. Using this information, the correct sur-

round mode will automatically be selected. For

example, DTS bitstreams will cause the unit to

switch to DTS decoding, and Dolby Digital bit-

streams will enable Dolby Digital decoding.

When the unit senses PCM data from CDs or

LDs, you may select any of the standard sur-

round modes, such as Dolby Pro Logic II or

Logic 7. Since the range of available surround

modes is dependent on the type of digital data

that is present, the AVR 120 uses a variety of

indicators to let you know what type of signal

is present. This will help you to understand the

choice of modes.

When a digital source is playing, a Bitstream

Indicator Awill light to show which type of

signal is playing:

: When the DOLBY D indicator lights, a

Dolby Digital bitstream is being received.

Depending on the settings on the source player

and specific surround information and number

of channels on the disc, a number of surround

modes are possible. For discs with full 5.1

audio, only the Dolby Digital and VMAx modes

are available. When the Dolby Digital signal is

only two-channel, you may also select from the

Logic 7 Cinema/Music, Hall 1/2, Theater, Dolby

Pro Logic II Movie, Music or Emulation, or

Dolby 3 Stereo Modes. When the AVR 120

senses a 2.0-channel Dolby Digital signal, the

unit will automatically select Dolby Pro Logic II

as the surround processing mode, and both the

Dolby Digital Cand Dolby Pro Logic II

Dindicators will light in accordance with the

requirements of Dolby Laboratories.

DTS: When the DTS indicator lights, a DTS

bitstream is being received. When the unit

senses this type of data, only the DTS mode

may be used.

PCM: When the PCM indicator lights, a stan-

dard Pulse Code Modulation, or PCM, signal is

being received. This is the type of digital audio

used by conventional compact disc and laser

disc recordings. When a PCM bitstream is pres-

ent, all modes except Dolby Digital and DTS are

available.

MP3: When the MP3 indicator lights, a com-

patible MPEG 1/Layer 3 digital signal is being

received. This is the popular audio format used

by many computer programs for recording com-

pressed audio files. When an MP3 bitstream is

present, the sound will automatically be played

in the stereo (surround off) mode. The surround

modes are not available during MP3 playback.

In addition to the bitstream indicators, the

AVR 120 features a set of unique channel-input

indicators that tell you how many channels of

digital information are being received and/or

whether the digital signal is interrupted.

These indicators are the L/C/R/SL/SR/LFE letters

that are inside the center boxes of the

Speaker/Channel Input Indicators Lin

the front panel Main Information Display

Û. When a standard analog signal is in use,

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

analog signals have only left and right chan-

nels, respectively.

Digital signals, however, may have two, five or

six separate channels, depending on the pro-

gram material, the method of transmission and

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

tal signal is playing, the letters in these indica-

tors will light in response to the specific signal

being received. It is important to note that

although Dolby Digital, for example, is referred

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

or programs are encoded with 5.1 channels.

Thus, it is sometimes normal for a DVD with a

Dolby Digital soundtrack to trigger only the “L”

and “R”indicators.

NOTE: Many DVD discs are recorded with both

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

track. When playing a DVD, always be certain to

check the type of material on the disc. Most

discs show this information in the form of a

listing or icon on the back of the disc jacket.

When a disc does offer multiple sound track

choices 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

AVR 120. It is also possible for the type of sig-

nal feed to change during the course of a DVD

playback. In some cases the previews of special

material will only be recorded in 2.0 audio,

while the main feature is available in 5.1 audio.

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

output, the AVR 120 will automatically sense

changes to the bitstream and channel count

and reflect them in these indicators.

The letters used by the Speaker/Channel

Input Indicators Lalso flash to indicate

when a bitstream has been interrupted. This

will happen when a digital input source is

selected before the playback starts, or when a

digital source such as a DVD is paused. The

flashing indicators remind you that the play-

back has stopped due to the absence of a

digital signal and not through any fault of the

AVR 120. This is normal, and the digital play-

back will resume once the playback is started

again.

Night Mode

A special feature of Dolby Digital is the Night

mode, which enables Dolby Digital input

sources to be played back with full dialogue

intelligibility while reducing the minimum peak

level by 1/4to 1/3. This prevents abruptly loud

transitions from disturbing others, without

reducing the impact of the digital source. The

Night mode is available only when Dolby Digital

signals with special data are being played.

The Night mode may be engaged when a Dolby

Digital DVD is playing by pressing the Night

Mode Button kon the remote. Next, press

the ⁄/¤Buttons mq to select either the

middle range or full-compression versions of

the Night mode. To turn the Night mode off,

press the ⁄/¤Buttons mq until the mes-

sage in the Main Information Display F

reads D-Range Off. When the Night

mode is active, the Night Mode Indicator K

will also light.

IMPORTANT NOTES ON DIGITAL

PLAYBACK:

1. When the digital playback source is stopped,

or in a Pause, Fast Forward or Chapter

Search mode, the digital audio data will

momentarily stop, and the channel position

letters inside the Speaker/Channel Input

Indicators Lwill flash. This is normal and

does not indicate a problem with either the

AVR 120 or the source machine. The AVR

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Operation

120 will return to digital playback as soon as

the data is available and when the machine

is in a standard play mode.

2. Although the AVR 120 will decode virtually all

DVD movies, CDs and HDTV sources, it is pos-

sible that some future digital sources may not

be compatible with the AVR 120.

3. Note that not all digitally encoded programs

contain full 5.1-channel audio. Consult the

program guide that accompanies the DVD or

laser disc to determine which type of audio

has been recorded on the disc. The AVR 120

will automatically sense the type of digital

surround encoding used and adjust to

accommodate it.

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

be able to select some of the analog

surround modes such as Dolby Pro Logic II,

Dolby 3 Stereo, Hall, Theater or Logic 7.

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

ing, it is not possible to make an analog

recording using the Tape ™and Video 1

Audio Outputs ∞. However, the digital

signals will be passed through to the

Optical ªand Coaxial ‚ Digital

Audio Outputs.

PCM Audio Playback

PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the non-

compressed digital audio system used for

compact discs and laser discs. The digital circuits

in the AVR 120 are capable of high-quality

digital-to-analog decoding, and they may be

connected directly to the digital audio output

of your CD or LD player.

Connections may be made to either the rear

panel Optical or Coaxial Inputs de or the

front panel Optical or Coaxial Digital Inputs

#$.

To listen to a PCM digital source, first select the

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

press the Digital Input Selector Úp and

then use the

⁄

/

¤

Buttons mq on the

remote, or the Selector Buttons 5on the

front panel, until the desired choice appears in

the Main Information Display F.

When a PCM source is playing, the PCM

Indicator Awill light. During PCM playback,

you may select any surround mode except

Dolby Digital or DTS.

Playback from PCM sources may also benefit

from the Logic 7 Mode. When playing back a

surround-encoded PCM source, such as an LD

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

Cinema mode. When playing true stereo

recordings, use the Logic 7 M or Music mode

for a wider soundstage and increased rear-

channel ambience.

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

digital input source which has another mode

for its default, that default mode, rather than

Logic 7, will be used by the AVR after the digi-

tal bitstream is interrupted for any reason such

as stopping or pausing the digital playback.

Note, also, that Logic 7 is not available with

digital playback unless a two-channel bitstream

is in use.

MP3 Audio Playback

The AVR 120 is one of the few A/V receivers to

provide on-board decoding for the MP3 audio

format used by computers and portable audio

devices. In addition, some new CD players are

capable of playing back optical discs that are

recorded with MP3, rather than standard CD

audio information. By offering MP3 decoding,

the AVR 120 is able to deliver more precise

conversion of the digital signals to an analog

output, along with the benefits of listening to

the MP3 audio through the AVR 120’s high-

current amplifier and the speakers from your

surround system, rather than the smaller

speakers and low-powered amplifiers typically

used with computers.

To take advantage of the AVR 120’s MP3 capa-

bilities, simply connect the PCM output of a

computer’s sound card or the PCM output of a

portable digital audio device to either the rear

panel Digital Inputs de or the front panel

Digital Inputs #$. As soon as the digital

signal is available, the MP3 Bitstream

Indicator Awill light, and the audio will

begin playing.

NOTES:

• The AVR 120 only plays signals in the MP3

(MPEG 1/Layer 3) format. It is not compatible

with other computer audio codecs.

• The digital audio input signal may be either

optical or coaxial, but it must be PCM in the

S/P-DIF format. Direct connection of USB or

serial data outputs is not possible, even if the

signals are in the MP3 format. If you have

any questions about the data output format

from your computer or a sound card, check

with the device’s owner’s manual or contact

its manufacturer.

Tuner Operation

The AVR 120’s tuner is capable of tuning AM,

FM and FM Stereo broadcast stations. Stations

may be tuned manually, or they may be stored

as favorite station presets and recalled from a

30-position memory.

Station Selection

1. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select Button

gon the remote to select the tuner as an

input. The tuner may be selected from the

front panel by either pressing the Input

Source Selector !until the tuner is

active or by pressing the Tuner Band

Selector 9.

2. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select Button

gor Tuner Band Selector 9again to

switch between AM and FM so that the

desired

frequency band is selected.

3. Press the FM Mode Button @sto

select manual or automatic tuning.

When the AUTO Indicator Ris illuminated

in the Main Information Display Ûthe

tuner will stop only at those stations that

have a strong enough signal to be received

with

acceptable quality.

When the AUTO Indicator Ris not illumi-

nated, the tuner is in a manual mode and

will stop at each frequency increment in the

selected band.

4. To select stations, press the Tuning

Selector Button 8u. When the AUTO

Indicator Ris illuminated, press the button

for two seconds and then release to cause

the tuner to search for the next highest- or

lowest-frequency station that has an accept-

able signal. When tuning FM stations in the

Auto mode, the tuner will select only stereo

stations. To tune to the next station, press

the button again. If the STEREO

Indicator Pis not illuminated, tap the

Tuning Selector Button 8uto

advance one frequency increment at a time,

or press and hold it to locate a specific sta-

tion. When the TUNED Indicator Q

lights, the station is properly tuned and

should be heard with clarity.

5. Stations may also be tuned directly by press-

ing the Direct Button t, and then press-

26 OPERATION

Operation

ing the Numeric Keys rthat correspond

to the station’s frequency. The desired station

will automatically be tuned. If you press an

incorrect button while entering a direct fre-

quency, press the Clear Button `to start

over.

NOTE: When the FM reception of a station is

weak, audio quality will be increased by

switching to Mono mode by pressing the

FM Mode Button @suntil the

STEREO Indicator Pgoes out.

Preset Tuning

Using the remote, up to 30 stations may be

stored in the AVR 120’s memory for easy recall

using the front panel controls or the remote.

To enter a station into the memory, first tune

the station using the steps outlined above.

Then:

1. Press the Memory Button on the

remote. Note that the MEMORY Indicator

Owill be illuminated and flash in the Main

Information Display Û.

2. Within five seconds, press the Numeric

Keys rcorresponding to the location

where you wish to store this station’s fre-

quency. Once entered, the preset number will

appear in the Preset Number/Sleep Time

Display J.

3. Repeat the process after tuning any

additional stations to be preset.

Recalling Preset Stations

• To manually select a station previously

entered in the preset memory, press the

Numeric Keys rthat correspond to the

desired station’s memory location.

• To manually tune through the list of stored

preset stations one by one, press the Preset

Stations Selector Buttons )z on the

front panel or remote.

Tape Recording

In normal operation, the audio or video source

selected for listening through the AVR 120 is

sent to the record outputs. This means that any

program you are watching or listening to may

be recorded simply by placing machines con-

nected to the outputs for Tape Outputs ™or

Video 1 Outputs ∞· in the Record mode.

When a digital audio recorder is connected to

the Optical ªor Coaxial ‚Digital Audio

Outputs, you are able to record the digital sig-

nal using a CD-R, MiniDisc or other digital

recording system.

NOTES:

• The digital outputs are active only when a

digital signal is present, and they do not

convert an analog input to a digital signal,

or change the format of the digital signal.

In addition, the digital recorder must be

compatible with the output signal. For

example, the PCM digital input from a CD

player may be recorded on a CD-R or

MiniDisc, but Dolby Digital or DTS signals

may not.

• Please make certain that you are aware of

any copyright restrictions on any material you

copy. Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted

materials is prohibited by federal law.

Output Level Trim Adjustment

Normal output level adjustment for the

AVR 120 is established using the test tone, as

outlined on pages 18 and 19. In some cases,

however, it may be desirable to adjust the out-

put levels using program material such as a test

disc, or a selection you are familiar with.

Additionally, the output level for the subwoofer

can only be adjusted using this procedure.

To adjust the output levels using program

material, first set the reference volume for the

front-left and front-right channels using the

Volume Control Ó.

Once the reference level has been set, press

the Channel Select Button lÙand note

that FRONT L LEV will appear in the

Main Information Display F. To change

the level, first press the Set Button oÔ ,

and then use the Selector Buttons 5or the

⁄

/

¤

Buttons mq to raise or lower the

level. DO NOT use the volume control, as this

will alter the reference setting.

Once the change has been made, press the Set

Button oÔ and then press the Selector

Buttons 5or the ⁄/¤Buttons mq to

select the next output channel location that you

wish to adjust. To adjust the subwoofer level,

press the Selector Buttons 5or the ⁄/¤

Buttons mq until WOOFER LEV

appears in the Main Information Display F.

Press the Set Button oÔ when the name

of the desired channel appears in the Main

Information Display F, and follow the

instructions shown earlier to adjust the level.

Repeat the procedure as needed until all chan-

nels requiring adjustment have been set. When

all adjustments have been made and no further

adjustments are made for five seconds, the

AVR 120 will return to normal operation.

NOTE: The output levels may be separately

trimmed for each digital and analog surround

mode. If you wish to have different trim levels for

a specific mode, select that mode and then follow

the instructions in the steps shown earlier.

Display Brightness

The AVR 120’s Main Information Display

is set at a default brightness that is suffi-

cient 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, press and

hold the Set Button on the front panel

for three seconds until the message in the

Main Information Display Freads

VFD FULL. Within five seconds, press the

Selector Buttons 5on the front panel until

the desired display brightness level is shown. At

that point, press the Set Button Ôagain to

enter the setting.

When FULL appears in the Main

Information Display F, the display is at its

normal brightness. When HALF appears, the

display is at half the normal brightness level.

When OFF appears, all of the indicators in the

Main Information Display Fwill go dark.

Note, however, that the green LEDs for the

Input Indicators and the Surround

Mode Indicators , as well as the Power

Indicator 3will always remain lit to remind

you that the AVR 120 is still turned on.

Once the desired brightness level is selected, it

will remain in effect until it is changed again or

until the unit is turned off.

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Programming the Remote

The AVR 120 is equipped with a powerful

remote control that will control not only the

receiver’s functions, but also most popular

brands of audio and video equipment, including

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

VCRs, satellite receivers and other home theater

equipment. Once the AVR 120’s remote is pro-

grammed with the codes for the products you

own, it is possible to eliminate most other

remotes and replace them with the convenience

of a single, universal remote control.

Programming the Remote

As shipped from the factory, the remote is fully

programmed for all AVR 120 functions, as well

as those of most Harman Kardon CD changers,

DVD players, CD recorders, CD players and cas-

sette decks. In addition, by following one of the

methods below, you may program the remote to

operate a wide range of devices from other man-

ufacturers.

Direct Code Entry

This method is the easiest way to program your

remote to work with different products.

1. Use the tables in the following pages to

determine the three-digit code or codes that

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

and the specific brand name. If there is

more than one number for a brand, make

note of the different choices.

2. Turn on the unit you wish to program into

the AVR 120 remote.

3. Press and hold both the Input Selector

efor the product you wish to control

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

at the same time.When the Program

Indicator cturns amber and begins

flashing, release the buttons. It is important

that you begin the next step within 20

seconds.

4. Point the AVR 120’s remote towards the unit

to be programmed and enter the first three-

digit code number using the Numeric Keys

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

been entered. Press the Input Selector e

again, and note that the red light will flash

three times before going dark to confirm the

entry.

5. If the device to be programmed in does NOT

turn off, continue to enter three-digit code

numbers until the equipment turns off. At

this point, the correct code has been

entered. Press the Input Selector e

again and note that the red light under the

Input Selector ewill flash three times

before going dark to confirm the entry.

6. Try all of the functions on the remote to

make certain that the product operates

properly. Keep in mind that many manufac-

turers use a number of different combina-

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

certain that not only the power control, but

the volume, channel and transport controls

work as they should. If functions do not

work properly, you may need to use a differ-

ent remote code.

7. If a code cannot be entered to turn the

unit off, if the code for your product does

not appear in the tables in this manual, or

if not all functions operate properly, try

programming the remote with the Auto

Search Method.

Auto Search Method

If the unit you wish to include in the AVR 120’s

remote is not listed in the code tables in this

manual or if the code does not seem to operate

properly, you may wish to program the correct

code using the Auto Search method that follows:

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

the AVR 120 remote.

2. Press the Input Selector efor the type

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

the Mute Button at the same time.

Hold both buttons until the red light under

the Input Selector estays lit. Note that

the next step must take place while the red

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

onds after the light appears.

3. Point the AVR 120 remote towards the

unit to be programmed and press either the

⁄

or

¤

Button mq. Each press will

send out a series of codes from the remote’s

built-in database. When the unit being

programmed turns off, release the

⁄

or

¤

Button mq, as that is your indication

that the correct code is in use.

4. Press the Input Selector e, and note

that the red light under the Input Selector

will flash three times before going dark to

confirm the entry.

5. Try all of the functions on the remote to

make certain that the product operates.

Keep in mind that many manufacturers use

a number of different combinations of

codes, and it is a good idea to make certain

that not only the power control works, but

also that the volume, channel and transport

controls function properly. If all functions do

not work properly, you may need to Auto-

Search for a different code, or enter a code

via the Direct Code Entry method.

Code Readout

When the code has been entered using the Auto

Search method, it is always a good idea to find

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

tered if necessary. You may also read the codes

to verify which device has been programmed to

a specific Control Selector button.

1. Press and hold both the Input Selector

efor the device for which you wish to

find the code and the Mute Button

at the same time. Note that the Program

Indicator cwill initally turn amber.

Release the buttons and begin the next

step within 20 seconds.

2. Press the Set Button o. The Program

Indicator cwill then blink green in a

sequence that corresponds to the three-digit

code, with a one-second pause between dig-

its. Count the number of blinks between

pauses to determine the digit of the code.

One blink is the number 1, two blinks is the

number 2, and so forth. Ten blinks are used to

indicate a “0.”

Example: One blink, followed by a one-second

pause, followed by six blinks, followed by a

one-second pause, followed by ten blinks indi-

cates that the code has been set to 160.

For future reference, enter the Setup Codes for

the equipment in your system here:

DVD ____________ CD ________________

VID1/VCR ________ VID2/TV __________

VID3/CBL/SAT ______________________

VID4 ____________ TAPE ____________

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Programming the Remote

Macro Programming

Macros enable you to easily repeat frequently

used combinations of commands with the press

of a single button on the AVR 120 remote con-

trol. Once programmed, a macro will send out

up to 19 different remote codes in a predeter-

mined sequential order, enabling you to auto-

mate the process of turning on your system,

changing devices, or other common tasks. The

AVR 120 remote can store up to five separate

macro command sequences: one that is

associated with the Power On Button d,

and four more that are accessed by pressing the

Macro Buttons v.

1. Press the Mute Button and the

Macro Button vto be programmed or

the Power On Button dat the same

time. Note that the last Input Selector

epressed will light red, and the

Program Indicator cwill flash amber.

2. Enter the steps for the macro sequence by

pressing the button for the actual command

step. Although the macro may contain up to

19 steps, each button press, including those

used to change devices, counts as a step.

The Program Indicator cwill flash

green to confirm each button press as you

enter commands.

NOTE: While entering commands for Power

On/Off of any device during a macro sequence,

press the Mute Button . DO NOT press the

actual Power Button.

3. When all the steps have been entered,

press the Sleep Button ito enter the

commands. The red light under the Input

Selectors ef will blink and then

turn off.

Example: To program the Macro 1 Button

vso that it turns on the AVR 120, TV and

a Cable Box, follow these steps:

• Press the Macro 1 vand Mute

buttons at the same time and then release

them.

• Note that the Program Indicator c

will flash amber.

• Press the AVR Selector f.

• Press the Mute Button to store the

AVR 120’s Power On command.

• Press the VID2 Input Selector Button

eto indicate the next command is to be

transmitted to the TV.

• Press the Mute Button to store the

TV Power On Command.

• Press the VID3 Input Selector Button

eto indicate the next command is to be

transmitted to the cable box.

• Press the Mute Button to store the

Cable Power On command.

• Press the Sleep Button ito complete

the process and store the macro sequence.

After following these steps, each time you

press the Macro 1 Button v, the

remote will send the Power On/Off com-

mand to the AVR 120, the television and

the cable box with a single button press.

Erasing Macro Commands

To erase the commands that have been pro-

grammed into one of the Macro buttons, follow

these steps:

1. Press the Mute Button and the

Macro Button vthat contains the

commands you wish to erase.

2. Note that the Program Indicator cwill

flash amber, and the LED under the AVR

Selector fwill turn red.

3. Within ten seconds, press the Surround

Mode Selector/Channel Down

Button j.

4. The red LED under the AVR Selector f

will go out, and the Program Indicator

cwill turn green and flash three times

before it goes out.

5. When the Program Indicator cgoes

out, the Macro has been erased.

Programmed Device Functions

Once the AVR 120’s remote has been pro-

grammed for the codes of other devices, press

the appropriate Input Selector eto change

the remote from controlling the AVR 120 to con-

trolling the additional product. When you press

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

to indicate that you have changed the device

being controlled.

When operating a device other than the

AVR 120, the controls may not correspond

exactly to the function printed on the remote

or button. Some commands, such as the Volume

Control, are the same as they are with the

AVR 120. Other buttons will change their

function so that they correspond to a secondary

label on the remote. For example, the Sleep

and Surround mode selector buttons also func-

tion as the Channel Up and Channel Down

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in the Function List on pages 31 and 32.

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Programming the Remote

buttons when operating most TV sets, VCRs or

cable boxes. The Channel Up/Down indication is

printed directly on the remote. For many stan-

dard CD players, cassette decks, VCRs and DVD

functions, the standard function icons are

printed on top of the buttons.

For some products, however, the function of a

particular button does not follow the command

printed on the remote. In order to see which

function a button controls, consult the Function

List tables on pages 31 and 32 To use those

tables, first check the type of device being con-

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

control diagram pictured at the left. Note that

each button has a number on it.

To find out what function a particular button

has 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. For

example, button number 50 is the Macro 1

button for the AVR 120, but it is the “Favorite”

button for many cable television boxes and

satellite receivers. Button number 29 is the

Delay button for the AVR 120, but the

Open/Close button for CD players.

NOTE: The numbers used to describe the but-

ton functions in the diagram on page 28 for the

purposes of describing how a button operates

are a different set of numbers than those used

in the rest of this manual to describe the button

functions for the AVR 120.

Notes on Using the AVR 120 Remote With

Other Devices.

• Manufacturers may use different code sets

within the same product category, such as TV

sets or VCRs.They may also change codes for

a certain category from one model year to

the next. For that reason, it is important that

you check to see whether the code set you

have entered operates as many controls as

possible. If it appears that only a few func-

tions operate, check to see whether another

code set will work with more buttons.

• When a button is pressed on the AVR 120

remote, the red light under the Input

Selector efor the product being operat-

ed should flash briefly. If the Device Control

Selector flashes for some but not all buttons

for a particular product, it does NOT indicate

a problem with the remote but rather that

no function is programmed for the button

being pushed.

Punch-Through Programming

The AVR 120's remote may be programmed to

control one device, such as a TV, while simulta-

neously directing only certain functions to

another device, such as the transport controls of

a DVD player, without having to switch back

and forth between inputs. You may also use the

remote to control the system volume on the

AVR without the need to switch between differ-

ent devices. This is called "Punch-Through," and

this section will show you how to program the

remote for these functions.

NOTE: All programming for the remote codes

needed to operate specific devices, such as a

TV, DVD, cable box, satellite receiver or VCR,

should be completed before programming

punch-through commands.

Volume Punch-Through

The AVR 120’s remote may be programmed to

operate the Volume Control and Mute

functions of either the TV or the AVR 120

in conjunction with any of the devices con-

trolled by the remote. For example, since the

AVR 120 will likely be used as the sound sys-

tem for TV viewing, you may wish to have the

AVR 120’s volume activated, although the

remote is set to run the TV. Either the AVR 120

or TV volume control may be associated with

any of the remote’s devices. To program the

remote for Volume Punch-Through, follow

these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector efor the unit

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

have Volume Punch-Through to your audio

system active and the Mute Button at

the same time until the red light appears

under the Input Selector eand note that

the Program Indicator cwill flash

amber.

2. Press the Volume Up Button and

note that the Program Indicator cwill

stop flashing and stay amber.

3. Press either the AVR Selector for the

Input Selector e, depending on which

system’s volume control you wish to have

attached for the punch-through mode. The

Program Indicator cwill blink green

three times and then go out to confirm the

data entry.

Example: To have the AVR 220’s volume

control activated even though the remote is

set to control the TV, first press the

Video/TV Input Selector eand the

Mute Button at the same time. Next,

press the Volume Up Button , fol-

lowed by the AVR Input Selector f.

NOTE: Should you wish to return the remote to

the original configuration after entering a

Volume Punch-Through, you will need to repeat

the steps shown above. However, press the same

Input Selector in Steps 1 and 3.

Channel Control Punch-Through

The AVR 120’s remote may be programmed to

operate so that the channel control function for

either the TV, cable or satellite receiver used in

your system may be used in conjunction with

one of the other devices controlled by the

remote. For example, while using and controlling

the VCR, you may wish to change channels on a

cable box or satellite receiver without having to

change the device selected by the AVR 120 or

the remote. To program the remote for Channel

Control Punch-Through, follow these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector Button efor the

device you will be using (e.g., VCR) when you

wish to have Channel Punch-Through active

and the Mute Button at the same time

until the red light appears under the Input

Selector eand the Program Indicator

cflashes amber.

2. Press the Volume Down Button .The

Program Indicator cwill stop flashing

and stay amber.

3. Press and release the Input Selector Button

efor the device that will be used to change

the channels. The Program Indicator c

will blink green three times and then go out

to confirm the data entry.

Example: To control the channels using your

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver while the

remote is set to control the VCR, first press

the VID1/VCR Input Selector Button e

and the Mute Button at the same time.

Next, release them and press the Volume

Down Button , followed by the

VID2/TV Input Selector Button e.

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Programming the Remote

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-

Through and return the remote to its original con-

figuration, repeat the steps shown above.

However, press the same button in Steps 1 and 3.

Transport Control Punch-Through

The AVR 120’s remote may be programmed to

operate so that the Transport Control

Functions w(Play, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind,

Pause and Record) for a VCR, cassette deck, DVD

or CD will operate in conjunction with one of the

other devices controlled by the remote. For exam-

ple, while using and controlling the TV, you may

wish to start or stop your VCR or DVD without

having to change the device selected by the

AVR 120 or the remote. To program the remote

for Transport Control Punch-Through, follow

these steps:

1. Press the Input Selector efor the device

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

have Transport Control Punch-Through active

and the Mute Button at the same time

until the red light appears under the Input

Selector eand the Program Indicator

cflashes amber.

2. Press the Play Button w. The Program

Indicator cwill stop flashing and stay amber.

3. Press and release the Input Selector Button

efor the device whose transport mechanism

will be controlled (e.g., DVD, CD).The Program

Indicator cwill blink green three times and

then go out to confirm the data entry.

Example: To control the transport of a DVD

player while the remote is set to control the TV,

first press the VID2/TV Input Selector

Button eand the Mute Button at

the same time. Next, release them and press

the Play Button w, followed by the DVD

Input Selector Button e.

NOTE: To remove the Channel Control Punch-

Through and return the remote to its original con-

figuration, repeat the steps shown above.

However, press the same button in Steps 1 and 3.

Reassigning Device Control

Selectors

Although each Input Selector eis normally

assigned to the category of product shown on the

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

tons to operate a second device of another type.

For example, if you have two VCRs but no satellite

receiver, you may program the “SAT”button to

operate a second VCR. Before following the nor-

mal programming steps for either Three-Digit entry

or Auto Search code entry, you must first reassign

the button with the following steps:

1. Press the Input Selector eyou wish to

reassign and the Mute Button at the

same time until the red light appears under the

Input Selector eand the Program

Indicator cflashes amber.

2. Press the Input Selector efor the device

type you wish to program into the reassigned

button.

3. Enter the three-digit code for the specific

model you wish the reassigned button to

operate.

4. Press the same Input Selector epressed in

Step 1 once again to store the selection. The

red LED under the reassigned Input Selector will

flash three times and then go out.

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

ate a second VCR, first press the CBL/SAT

Input Selector eand the Mute Button

at the same time until the red light glows

under the CBL/SAT Button e. Press the

VCR Button e, followed by the three-digit

code for the specific model you wish to control.

Finally, press the CBL/SAT Button eagain.

Resetting the Remote Memory

As you add components to your home theater

system, occasionally you may wish to totally repro-

gram the remote control without the confusion of

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

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

possible to reset the remote to the original factory

defaults and command codes by following these

steps. Note, however, that once the remote is

reset, all commands or codes that you have

entered will be erased and will need to be

reentered:

1. Press any of the Input Selector Buttons e

and the ”O“ Button rat the same time

until the Program Indicator cbegins to

flash amber.

2. Press the ”3“ Button rthree times.

3. The red LED under the Input Selector ewill

go out and the Program Indicator cwill

stop flashing and turn green.

4. The Program Indicator cwill remain green

until the remote is reset. Note that this may

take a while, depending on how many com-

mands are in the memory and need to be

erased.

5. When the Program Indicator cgoes out,

the remote has been reset to the factory

settings.

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31 FUNCTION LIST

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

1Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off Power Off

2Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On Power On

3Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute

4AVR AVR Select

5DVD DVD Input Select DVD Select

6CD CD Input Select CD Select

7Tape Tape Input Select Tape Select

8VID1 Video 1 Select VCR Select

9VID2 Video 2 Select TV Select

10 VID3 Video 3 Select VID3 Select

11 VID4 Video 4 Select

12 AM/FM Tuner Select

13 Sleep Sleep Channel + Channel + Channel +

14 Test Test Tone Input Select

15

TV

TV/DVD CDP Select TV/VCR TV/VCR TV/Cable TV/Sat

16 Volume Up Volume Up Input Level Up Volume Up Volume Up Volume Up Volume Up

17 Surround Select

Surround Mode Select

CDR Select Channel – Channel – Channel –

18 Night Night Mode Select

19 Spare

20 Volume Down Volume Down

Input Level Down

Volume Down Volume Down Volume Down

21 Channel/Guide Channel Trim Title Info/Guide Info/Guide

22 Speaker/Menu Speaker Adjust Menu Menu Menu Menu Menu

23

⁄

Move/Adjust Up Up Up Up Up Up

24

fi

Move/Adjust Left Left Left Left Left Left

25 Set Set Enter Enter Enter Enter Enter

26

fl

Right Right Right Right Right

27

¤

Move/Adjust Down

Down Down Down Down Down

28 Digital/Exit

Digital Input Select

Subtitle Exit Exit Exit Exit

29 Delay/Prev. Ch. Delay Adjust Return Time Prev Channel Prev Channel Prev Channel

30 111 1 1 1 1

31 222 2 2 2 2

32 3

I

fifi

33 3 3 3 3

33 4

flfl

I

44 4 4 4 4

34 555 5 5 5 5

35 6 66 6 6 6 6

36 777 7 7 7 7

37 888 8 8 8 8

38 Tun-M Tuner Mode

39 999 9 9 9 9

40 000 0 0 0 0

41 Memory Memory

42 Tune Up Tune Up Next Chapter

43 Direct Direct Tuner Entry Track Direct

44 Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear

Function List

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

45 Preset Up Preset Tune Up Slow Forward

46 Tune Down Tune Down Prev Chapter

Track Increment

47 D. Skip Disc Skip Disc Skip Stop Stop

48 Preset Down

Preset Tune Down

Slow Rev Intro Scan

49 M1 Open/Close Open/Close Cancel Sleep PPV Cancel

50 M2

Subtitle On/Off

Repeat Fav Fav

51 M3 Audio Select Random Play Bypass Next

52 M4 Angle Select Music Alt

53 Rewind R. Search R. Search Rewind Rewind Day –Day –

54 Play Play Play Play Play

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

56 Record Record Record Record

57 Stop Stop Stop Stop Stop

58 Pause Pause Pause Pause Pause

59 Skip Down Skip – Skip –Scan –Page –Page –

60 Skip Up Skip + Skip + Scan + Page + Page +

Function List (continued)

33 SETUP CODES

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

A MARK 103 132

ADMIRAL 192

AKAI 123 160

AMPRO 164

ANAM 045 103 106 109 112 122

AOC 103 123 128

BLAUPUNKT 084

BROKSONIC 205 206

CANDLE 123 128

CAPEHART 059

CENTURION 123 171

CENTRONIC 045

CITIZEN 045 123 128 132

CLASSIC 045

CONCERTO 128

CONTEC 045

CORANDO 172

CORONADO 132

CRAIG 045 157 158 159

CROWN 045 132

CURTIS MATHES 123 128 132

CXC 045

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

DAYTRON 128 132

DIGI LINK 200

DYNASTY 045

DYNATECH 063

ELECTROHOME 115 132

EMERSON 045 123 128 132 139 157 158 159 162 205

FUNAI 045

FUTURETECH 045

GE 087 121 123 128 133 145 159 163

GOLDSTAR 101 103 110 128 132

GRUNDIG 193

HALL MARK 128

HARMAN KARDON 201

HITACHI 123 128 132 144 147

INFINITY 148

INKEL 120

JBL 148

JC PENNEY 115 123 128 132 145

JENSEN 019

JVC 079 087 134

KAWASHO 173

KEC 045

KENWOOD 123 204

KMC 132

KTV 045 123 132 162

LLOYTRON 172 173

LODGENET 069

LOGIK 069

LUXMAN 128

LXI 077 145 148

MAGNAVOX 123 128 132 145 148

MARANTZ 115 123 148

MATSUI 148

MEMOREX 069 128

METZ 084

Setup Code Table: TV

34 SETUP CODES

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

MGA 115 123 128

MINERVA 084

MITSUBISHI 077 115 123 128 160 167 168

MTC 175 176

NATIONAL 148 177 179 180 181 182

NEC 115 121 123 125

NIKEI 045

ONKING 045

ONWA 045

OPTONICA 077

ORION 207 208 209 210 211

PANASONIC 087 148 169

PHILCO 045 115 123 128 132 148

PHILIPS 123 128 132 145 148

PIONEER 024 123 128 213 214

PORTLAND 128 132

PROSCAN 133

PROTON 059 122 128 132 165

QUASAR 087

RADIO SHACK 045 128 132 180 196 197

RCA 115 123 128 133 145 161 163

REALISTIC 045 196 197

RUNCO 152 153

SAA 183

SAMPO 059 123 128

SAMSUNG 124 128 132 145

SANYO 054

SCOTT 045 128 132

SEARS 128 132 145

SHARP 077 128 132

SIEMENS 084

SIGNATURE 069

SONY 117 130 136 194 212

SOUNDESIGN 045 128

SPECTRICON 103

SSS 045

SYLVANIA 123 128 145 148

SYMPHONIC 184

TANDY 077

TATUNG 063

TECHNICS 080

TECHWOOD 128

TEKNIKA 045 069 115 123 128 132

TELERENT 069

TERA 156

THOMSON 190 191

TMK 128

TOSHIBA 063 129 202

TOTEVISION 132

VIDEO CONCEPTS 160

VIDTECH 128

WARDS 069 128 132 148

YAMAHA 123 128

YORK 128

YUPITERU 045

ZENITH 069 090

ZONDA 103

Setup Code Table: TV (continued)

35 SETUP CODES

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

AIWA 040

AKAI 048 108 109 126

AMPRO 076

ASA 134

AUDIO DYNAMICS 018 048

BROKSONIC 110 147

CANDLE 134 135

CANON 135 140

CAPEHART 094

CITIZEN 134

CRAIG 045 116

DAEWOO 017 094 104

DAYTRON 094

DBX 018 048

DYNATECH 040

EMERSON 013 040 042 110 112

FISHER 017

FUNAI 040

GE 076 095 124

GO VIDEO 113

GOLDSTAR 018 107

HARMAN KARDON 018 049

HITACHI 040 048

JC PENNEY 018 045

JENSEN 048

JVC 018 048 111 132

KENWOOD 020 048

LLOYD 040

LXI 020 040

MAGIN 045

MAGNAVOX 040

MARANTZ 018

MEMOREX 017 020 040 076

MGA 049

MITSUBISHI 049 131

MULTITECH 040

NAD 139

NATIONAL 140

NEC 018 048

NORDMENDE 048

OPTIMUS 159

ORION 147

PANASONIC 125 150 167 172

PHILCO 040

PHILIPS 040 075

PORTLAND 094

PULSAR 076

QUASAR 001 125

RADIO SHACK 134 140 142 158 159

RCA 095 124 125 157 172

REALISTIC 017 020 040 045 159

Setup Code Table: VCR

36 SETUP CODES

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

SALORA 020

SAMSUNG 045 095 105 109

SANSUI 048 116 147

SANYO 017 020

SCOTT 110 112

SEARS 017 020

SHARP 129 156

SONY 080 129

SOUNDESIGN 040

SYLVANIA 040

SYMPHONIC 040

TANDY 017 040

TASHICO 134

TATUNG 048

TEAC 040 048

TEKNIKA 040

THOMAS 040

TMK 013

TOSHIBA 112 155

TOTEVISION 045

UNITECH 045

VECTOR RESEARCH 018

VIDEO CONCEPTS 018 040

VIDEOSONIC 045

WARDS 040 045 112

YAMAHA 018 040 048

ZENITH 040 076 083

Setup Code Table: VCR (continued)

Setup Code Table: CD Setup Code Table: CD

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

ADCOM 063 069

AIWA 072 111 118 156 170

AKAI 050 177 184

AUDIO TECHNICA 053

AUDIOACCESS 125

AUDIOFILE 211

BSR 044

CALIFORNIA AUDIO 015 109

CAPETRONIC 070

CARRERA 087

CARVER 136 140 141 143 144 145 185 186

CASIO 117 122 166

CLARINETTE 122 166

DENON 187 188 213

EMERSON 052 093 108

FISHER 055 068

FRABA 117

FUNAI 126

GE 164

37 SETUP CODES

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

GENEXXA 108

GOLDSTAR 016 087

HAITAI 099 214

HARMAN KARDON 001 002 025 054 190 218 219

HITACHI 093

INKEL 216

JC PENNEY 098 147

JENSEN 153

JVC 176 195 196

KENWOOD 030 062 078 079 148 151 176 178 181

LOTTE 108

LUXMAN 077 102

LXI 164

MAGNAVOX 039 113

MARANTZ 058 084 191 192 193

MCINTOSH 194

MCS 080 098

MITSUMI 152

MODULAIRE 122 166

NAD 013 074 197 198

NAKAMICHI 199 200 201

NEC 069

NIKKO 053 055

ONKYO 037 038 045 046 171 175 202 203

OPTIMUS 065 089 091 092 099 104 212

PANASONIC 015 075 109 119 158 183 204

PHILIPS 039 138 149 209

PIONEER 071 094 100 112 123 131 161 162 215

PROTON 210

QUASAR 015 109

RADIO SHACK 122 126 213

RCA 024 081 093 150

RCX 169

REALISTIC 058 093 095 104 105 108 164 166

SANSUI 047 081 134 157 172

SANYO 033 068 082 095 168

SCOTT 108

SHARP 058 105 114 151 159 167 180 181

SHERWOOD 003 041 058 105 133

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

SOUNDSTREAM 124

SYMPHONIC 059 110

TAEKWANG 177

TEAC 011 058 085 086 106 107 110 121 137 146 154

THETA DIGITAL 039

TOSHIBA 013 074 097 151 155 173

VECTOR RESEARCH 087

VICTOR 120 130

WARDS 095

YAMAHA 019 031 053 061 135 169

YORK 122 166

Setup Code Table: CD Setup Code Table: CD (Continued)

38 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: Tape

Setup Code Table: DVD

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

APEX DIGITAL 061

DENON 019 051

GE 003 004

GOLDSTAR 005

HARMAN KARDON 001

JVC 006

LG 005 055 064

MAGNAVOX 056

MARANTZ 059

MITSUBISHI 023

NAD 062

ONKYO 009 048

PANASONIC 024 030 044

PHILIPS 056

PIONEER 041 065

PROCEED 060

PROSCAN 003 004

RCA 003 004

SAMSUNG 053 054

SHARP 028

SONY 043 045

THOMSON 003 004

TOSHIBA 009 058

YAMAHA 030 063

ZENITH 005 055 064

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

HARMAN KARDON 001

39 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: SAT

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

ALPHASTAR 472

ALPHASTAR DBS 450

ALPHASTAR DSR 442

BIRDVIEW 425

CHANNEL MASTER 320 321 322 325 361

CHAPARRAL 315 316 380 451

CITOH 360

DRAKE 313 317 318 413 481

DX ANTENNA 331 352 362 379 483

ECHOSTAR 395 397 452 453 463 477 478 484 485

ELECTRO HOME 392

FUJITSU 324 329 334

GENERAL INSTRUMENT 303 311 323 365 403 454 468 474

HITACHI DBS 455

HOUSTON TRACKER 463

HUGHES 437

JANIEL 366

JERROLD 454 468 484

KATHREIN 410

LEGEND 453

MACOM 317 365 369 370 371

MAGNAVOX 461 473

MEMOREX 453

NEXTWAVE 423

NORSAT 373

OPTIMUS 466

PANASONIC 366 469

PANASONIC DBS 457

PANSAT 420

PERSONAL CABLE 418

PHILIPS 375

PICO 407

PRESIDENT 381 404

PRIMESTAR 412 454 468 475

RCA 301 439 458 465

REALISTIC 349 480

SAMSUNG 442

SATELLITE SERVICE CO 335 388

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 339

SONY 405

STAR CHOICE DBS 459

STARCAST 347

SUPER GUIDE 327 423

TEECOM 330 333 390 391 393 409

TOSHIBA 302 426 460 461 462 470

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

ZENITH 384 385 387 394 419

40 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: CBL

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

ABC 001 011

ALLEGRO 111

AMERICAST 212

ARCHER 112

BELCOR 113

CABLE STAR 033 113

CITIZEN 111

COLOUR VOICE 085 090

DIGI 114

EAGLE 186

EASTERN 066 070

ELECTRICORD 039

EMERSON 112

FOCUS 116

G.I. 001 011 017 096 097

GC ELECTRONICS 113

GEMINI 032 060

GENERAL 210

GENERAL INSTRUMENT 168

GOODMIND 112

HAMLIN 056 099 100 101 117 175 208

HITACHI 001 188

JASCO 111

JERROLD 001 002 011 017 073 096 097 162 168 188 210

LINDSAY 118

MACOM 191

MAGNAVOX 017 019 068

MOVIE TIME 035 039

NSC 035 190

OAK 197

PACE 179

PANASONIC 053 176 177 189 214

PANTHER 114

PHILIPS 013 019 020 085 090

PIONEER 001 041 119 171 209

POPULAR MECHANICS 116

PRELUDE 120

PRIMESTAR 162

RADIO SHACK 111 112 213

RCA 053 214

RECOTON 116

REGAL 056 099 100 101 208

41 SETUP CODES

Setup Code Table: CBL (continued)

Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number

REMBRANT 032

SAMSUNG 072 186

SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 183 203

SEAM 121

SIGNATURE 001 188

SPRUCER 053 081 177 189

STARCOM 002 011 163

STARGATE 120

TANDY 024

TELECAPATION 028

TEXSCAN 036

TFC 122

TIMELESS 123

TOCOM 170 205

UNITED CABLE 011

UNIVERSAL 033 034 039 042 113

VIDEOWAY 124 211

VIEWSTAR 019 025 086 089 190

ZENITH 065 125 211

ZENTEK 116

42 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Troubleshooting Guide

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 are secure

• Mute is on • Press Mute button

• Volume control is down • 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 26 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 center, which you can

due to internal problems locate by visiting our Web site at www.harmankardon.com

No sound from surround or • Incorrect surround mode • Select a mode other than Stereo or Dolby 3 Stereo

center speakers • Input is monaural • There is no surround information from mono sources

• Incorrect configuration • Check speaker mode configuratioin

• 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 batteries

remote commands • Wrong device selected • Press the AVR selector

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

or connect remote sensor

Intermittent buzzing in tuner • Local interference • Move unit or antenna away from computers, fluorescent

lights, motors or other electrical appliances

Letters flash in the channel indicator • Digital audio feed paused • Resume play for DVD

display and digital audio stops • Check that Digital Input is selected

Processor Reset

In the rare case where the unit’s operation or

the displays seem abnormal, the cause may

involve the erratic operation of the system’s

memory or microprocessor.

To correct this problem, first unplug the unit

from the AC wall outlet and wait at least three

minutes. After the pause, reconnect the AC

power cord and check the unit’s operation. If

the system still malfunctions, a system “reset”

may clear the problem.

To clear the AVR 120’s entire system memory

including tuner presets, output level settings,

delay times and speaker configuration data,

first put the unit in Standby by pressing the

System Power Control Button 2. Next,

simultaneously press and hold the Tone Mode

6and the FM Mode Selector @buttons

for three seconds.

The unit will turn on automatically and display

the RESET message in the Main

Information Display F. Note that once you

have cleared the memory in this manner, it is

necessary to reestablish all system configuration

settings and tuner presets.

NOTE: After a reset, the unit will be returned to

the factory presets, and all settings for tuner

memory and presets speaker configuration,

delay times and surround mode memories must

be reentered.

If the system is still operating incorrectly, there

may have been an electronic discharge or

severe AC line interference that has corrupted

the memory or microprocessor.

If these steps do not solve the problem, consult

an authorized Harman Kardon service center.

You can locate the service center nearest

to you by visiting our Web site at

www.harmankardon.com.

Memory Backup

This product is equipped with a memory backup

system that preserves the system configuration

information and tuner presets if the unit is acci-

dentally unplugged or subjected to a power

outage. This memory will last for approximately

two weeks, after which time all information

must be reentered.

Your AVR 120 receiver has been designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. In the event that you are experiencing difficulties, please check the

suggestions below for a possible solution to your problem. Additional information on the AVR 120, including updated information and user hints, is avail-

able from our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

43 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specifications

Audio Section

Stereo Mode

Continuous Average Power (FTC)

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

both channels driven into 8 ohms

Five-Channel Surround Modes

Power Per Individual Channel

Front L&R channels:

40 Watts per channel

@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Center channel:

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

Surround channels:

40 Watts per channel

@ < 0.07% THD, 20Hz–20kHz into 8 ohms

Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Linear (High-Level) 200mV/47k ohms

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

Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation

Pro Logic II 45dB

Dolby Digital (AC-3) 55dB

DTS 55dB

Frequency Response

@ 1W (+0dB, –3dB) 10Hz–100kHz

High Instantaneous

Current Capability (HCC) ±25 Amps

Transient Intermodulation

Distortion (TIM) Unmeasurable

Slew Rate 40V/µsec

FM Tuner Section

Frequency Range 87.5–108.0MHz

Usable Sensitivity IHF 1.3µV/13.2dBf

Signal-to-Noise Ratio Mono/Stereo 70dB/68dB

Distortion Mono/Stereo 0.2%/0.3%

Stereo Separation 40dB @ 1kHz

Selectivity ±400kHz, 70dB

Image Rejection 80dB

IF Rejection 90dB

AM Tuner Section

Frequency Range 520–1710kHz

Signal-to-Noise Ratio 45dB

Usable Sensitivity Loop 500µV

Distortion 1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8%

Selectivity ±10kHz, 30dB

Video Section

Television Format NTSC

Input Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms

Output Level/Impedance 1Vp-p/75 ohms

Video Frequency

Response 10Hz–8MHz (–3dB)

General

Power Requirement AC 120V/60Hz

Power Consumption 68W idle, 540W maximum

(2 channels driven)

Dimensions

Width 17.3 inches (440mm)

Height 6.5 inches (165mm)

Depth 17.1 inches (435mm)

Weight 31 lb (14.1kg)

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.

*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished

Works. ©1992–1999 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

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

UltraStereo is a trademark of UltraStereo Corp.

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

implementation of Cooper Bauck Transaural Stereo under patent license.

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

Crystal is a registered trademark of Cirrus Logic Corp.

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