Harman Kardon HOME THEATER 1500 User manual

5.1-channel, 70-watt surround-sound home theater system with powered subwoofer
and HDMI®v.1.4a with 3-D
Home THeaTer 1500
Let others settle for mere surround sound. The exceptional
Home Theater 1500 5.1-channel surround-sound home theater
system dramatically ups the ante with superb high-definition audio
without breaking the bank. The system’s high-definition audio/video
receiver elevates your viewing with the latest Dolby®and DTS®
surround modes, as well as HDMI®v1.4a with 3-D and Deep Color, to
take your home entertainment to the next dimension. Multiple HDMI
connectors, as well as component and composite video inputs, allow
connections to your choice of audio and video sources, including the
latest Blu-ray Disc™players. Carefully voice-matched satellite and
dual-driver center speakers get the most out of any soundtrack by
surrounding you with pulse-quickening music, riveting effects and
crisp, distinct dialogue, while the down-firing 150-watt powered
subwoofer delivers the deep, floor-rumbling bass you’ve been craving.
Features Advantages Benefits
HDMI v.1.4a with 3-D and Deep Color Plays 3-D home entertainment when used
with a 3-D TV and a 3-D Blu-ray Disc,
cable or satellite video source
Full compatibility with the latest 3-D video
sources
Complete 5.1-channel surround-sound
system
Everything you need to create accurate,
dynamic 5.1-channel surround sound
All components pre-matched to create the
optimal listening experience
Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio™
decoding
Delivers high-definition sound to match
the high-resolution video when playing a
Blu-ray Disc recording
Provides a superior surround-sound
experience
Logic 7®processing Transforms movies, TV shows and ordinary
stereo sources such as CDs into full
surround sound
Creates a realistic, 360-degree soundstage
for all your music, games and video
Surround-sound decoding Decodes all varieties of popular Dolby and
DTS soundtracks, adding a new depth of
sound to whatever you’re watching
Adds a new dimension to theater-quality
surround sound
Three HDMI inputs, six analog audio inputs
and three digital audio outputs
Offers extensive connectivity for your entire
entertainment system
Maximizes audio/video performance and
allows easy expansion
Headphone jack with HARMAN headphone
surround mode
Realistic, 5.1-channel surround-sound
experience from headphone listening
Creates exceptional private listening from
any headphone set
Color-coded binding-post speaker connectors;
all wires and cables included
Everything you need in a single purchase Provides fast, simple and error-free
connections; nothing else to buy
Programmable IR remote control Controls your entire audio/video system from a
single remote
Eliminates clutter and simplifies home
entertainment

HARMAN Consumer, Inc.
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA www.harmankardon.com
© 2011 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Harman Kardon, JBL and Logic 7 are trademarks of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark of the Blu-ray
Disc Association. Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories. DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. DTS-HD Master Audio is a trademark of DTS, Inc. HDMI is a registered trademark of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Features Advantages Benefits
High-quality FM/AM tuner 30 presets so you can find your favorite stations
with ease
Convenient, clear reception for your favorite
on-air stations and programs
Upgradable firmware via USB port Easily updatable software Keeps your system current for the best possible
performance
Two-line dot-matrix information display Delivers status messages and lets you adjust
the unit without using your TV
Saves energy and simplifies operation when
you’re listening to music
Two-way satellite and center speakers Dramatically reduced distortion and improved
clarity
Provides more natural sound and music, with
enhanced sound quality at higher volume
Voice-matched satellite and center speakers Sound remains consistent from speaker to
speaker
Creates immersive surround-sound field and
realistic sound effects
Dual midrange center-speaker drivers Enhanced speaker output and power handling Delivers a wide range of volume without
distortion
Video-shielded satellite and center speakers Can be placed next to plasma and CRT TVs
without distorting the picture
Lets you place speakers where you want for the
best performance
150-watt powered subwoofer Built-in amplifier provides deep, distortion-free
punch
Generates lifelike, high-impact bass for realistic
film and music sound
Sealed, down-firing subwoofer enclosure Sealed enclosure controls woofer cone motion;
down-firing design reduces distortion
Offers tight, realistic-sounding bass with greater
reliability and performance
Woofer is more protected from damage than
conventional front-firing woofer
Subwoofer level control and phase switch Balances the subwoofer volume and improves
transitions with other speakers
Expands subwoofer placement options and
improves listening experience
Subwoofer LFE and line-level input connectors Bypasses internal crossover for better
performance
Lower noise and better sound than speaker-
level connections
Automatic subwoofer turn-on and turn-off Subwoofer turns on when needed, turns off
when not in use; uses less than 1 watt of
electricity in standby mode
Reduced energy consumption
Satellite and center speaker stands, plus
keyholes for wall mounting
Expands placement options to complement your
décor and listening experience
Creates clean, uncluttered look with maximum
flexibility
5.1-channel, 70-watt surround-sound home theater system with powered subwoofer and HDMI®v.1.4a with 3-D
Home THeaTer 1500