Set up the avr – Harman-Kardon AVR 265 User Manual

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Set Up the AVR

Set Up the AVR

In this section, you will configure the Avr to match your actual system’s makeup.

Although it’s possible to configure the Avr using only the remote and the messages on

the Avr’s front-panel display, it is easier if you use the full-screen menu system.

Turn On the AVR

Set the rear-panel main power switch to “on.” (the front-panel power indicator will

glow amber.)
press the front-panel power button.

power

button

main power

Switch

unless you will not be using the receiver for an extended period of time, leave the main

power switch set to “on.” when the main power switch is turned off, any settings you

have programmed will be preserved for up to four weeks.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If the protect message ever appears in the message display,

turn off the Avr and unplug it. check all speaker wires for a short-circuit (“+” and

“–“ wires touching). If none is found, bring the unit to an authorized harman kardon

service center for inspection and repair before using it again.

Using the On-Screen Menu System

to access the menu system, press the Avr button on the remote or the front panel. the

main menu will appear, and if a video source is playing, it will be visible behind the

menu.

Source Select

Select the Source Device to Enjoy

Setup Source

Setup Source Devices Connected to the AVR

Speaker Setup

Speaker Optimization, EQ

Zone 2

Manage and Control Zone 2

System

General AVR Settings

NOTE: when you are using the Avr’s on-screen menu system, we recommend a video

output resolution of 720p or higher for easiest viewing and for graphics that simplify

some configuration options. depending on the resolution selected, the menus shown by

your system may vary in appearance from the illustrations.
the main menu system consists of six submenus: Source Selection, Setup Source,

Speaker Setup, Zone 2, System and Settings lock. use the up/down/left/right buttons

on the remote or the front panel to navigate the menu system, and press the ok button

to select a menu or setting line, or to enter a new setting.

the current menu, setting line or new setting will appear in the front-panel message

display, as well as on screen.
to return to the previous menu or exit the menu system, press the back/exit button. be

certain all settings are correct, as any changes you have made will be retained.
most users should follow the instructions in this

Set up the Avr section to configure a

basic home theater system. you may return to these menus at any time to make additional

adjustments, such as those described in the

Advanced functions section, on page 33.

before beginning the following setup steps, all loudspeakers, a video display and all

source devices should be connected. you should be able to turn on the Avr and view the

main menu when you press the Avr button. If necessary, reread the

making connections

and

Set up the remote sections before continuing.

Configure the AVR for Your Speakers

plug the supplied ezSet/eq microphone into the Avr’s headphone connector.

Avr

headphone

connector

ezSet/eq microphone

(supplied)

place the microphone at ear height in your listening position. the microphone features

a threaded insert on the bottom for mounting on a camera tripod.
Set the volume control on your subwoofer to approximately the halfway point.

turn on your tv and select the tv input where you connected the Avr in

connect your

tv or video display, on page 17.
press the remote control’s Avr button. the Avr’s on-screen display (oSd) main menu

screen will appear on the tv.