Installation and Setup
When connecting wires to the speakers,
be certain to observe proper polarity.
Remember to connect the “negative” or
“black” wire to the same terminal on the
receiver and the speaker. Similarly, the
“positive” or “red” wire should be
connected to the like terminal on the
AVR75 and speaker.
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 configuration. To assure
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 proceeding, or consult the
speaker’s manufacturer.
7. Connections to a subwoofer are made
via a line level audio connection from
the Subwoofer Output ⁄to the line
level input of a subwoofer with a built-in
amplifier. If a passive subwoofer is used,
the connection first goes to a power
amplifier, which will be connected to one
or more subwoofer speakers.
Video Input and Output Connections
Video connections are made in a similar
fashion to those for audio components.
Again, the use of high-quality
interconnect cables is recommended to
preserve signal quality.
1. Connect the VCR’s audio, video and
S-Video OUT jacks to the Video In jacks
dion the rear panel. The audio, video
and S-Video IN jacks on the VCR should
be connected to the Video Out jacks
e h on the AVR75.
2. Connect the audio and video outputs
of a satellite receiver, cable TV converter
or television set or any other video source
to the TV jacks ª.
3. Connect the audio, video and S-Video
outputs of a DVD or laser disc player to
the DVD jacks •.
4. Connect the TV Monitor f g jacks
on the receiver to the video, or S-Video
inputs, of your television monitor or
video projector.
5. As the AVR75 does not mix or change
between standard composite video and
S-Video signals, both monitor
connections must be made if you use
both signal systems.
NOTE: The on-screen menus are visible
on the composite video output only.
System and Power Connections
The AVR75 is designed for flexible use
with external control components and
power amplifiers. These connections are
easy to make during an initial
installation, or at a later date should you
choose to upgrade your system.
Remote Control Extension
If the receiver is placed behind a solid or
smoked glass cabinet door, the
obstruction may prevent the remote
sensor from receiving commands. In this
event, an optional remote sensor may be
used. Connect the output of the remote
sensor to the Remote Cont. In jack b.
If other components are also prevented
from receiving remote commands, only
one sensor is needed. They may use this
unit’s sensor or a remote eye by running
a connection from the Remote Cont.
Out jack cto the Remote In jack on
Harman Kardon or other compatible
equipment.
External Power Amplifier and Digital
Decoder Connections
If desired, optional external audio power
amplifiers may be used with the AVR75.
Connections to these amplifiers are made
by using audio interconnect cables
connected to both the Preamp
Outputs ‚on the rear panel and
the audio input jacks of the external
amplifiers.
If external power amplifiers are used for
all channels any external 5.1 Digital
Audio Decoder (f.e. for DTS or
MPEGII) with Cinch In/Outputs for all
channels can be accomodated. Connect
it between all Preamp Outputs ‚ ⁄
of the AVR75 and the inputs of the Power
amplifiers (including that for the
Subwoofer). If playing any source
connected to that Decoder the Volume
can be controlled only with the Decoder’s
Volume button.
AC 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 amplifiers. The total power
draw may not exceed 50w to each outlet.
The Switched AC Outlet fiwill
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: Devices with electronic power
switches may only go into a Standby
mode when plugged in here.
The Unswitched AC Outlet flwill
receive power as long as the unit is
plugged into a powered AC outlet.
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