AVR 745 OM

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Power for the Digital Revolution.

AVR 745

AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER OWNERS MANUAL

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AVR 745 AUDIO/VIDEO RECEIVER
58 Introduction Important Safety Information Unpacking Front-Panel Controls Rear-Panel Controls TC 30 Remote Control Functions ZR 10 Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections System Configuration Speaker Placement System Setup In/Out Setup Video Monitor Settings Video Setup Audio Setup Surround Setup Using EzSet/EQII Manual Setup Speaker Size and Crossover Delay Settings Output Level Adjustment Operation Basic Operation Source Selection Volume and Tone Control Surround Mode Selection Surround Mode Chart Digital Audio Playback USB Playback Using The Bridge Video Adjustments and Operation AM/FM Tuner Operation XM Radio Operation Recording Front-Panel Connections Output Level Trim Adjustment EzSet/EQ II Operation Dim Function Advanced Features Front-Panel Display Fade Display Brightness Turn-On Volume Semi-OSD Settings Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment DMP/The Bridge Auto Power HDMI Video Auto Function Multiroom Operation Multiroom Setup Surround Channel Amplifier Assignment Multiroom Operation Troubleshooting Guide Processor Reset Appendix Technical Specifications Trademark Acknowledgements For Canadian model This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Modle pour les Canadien Cet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Sur les modles dont la fiche est polarisee: ATTENTION: Pour viter les chocs lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusquau fond.
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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 screen, or on the front-panel information display or the TC 30 LCD screen 1 (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control A (letter in a square) indicates a front-panel control that is normally concealed behind the drop-down door (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection a (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the TC 30 remote (letter in an oval) indicates a button on the ZR 10 remote Important Notes about the instructions in this manual: The appearance of the text and cursor in your receivers on-screen menus may vary slightly from the illustrations in this manual. Whether the text appears in all uppercase or upper- and lowercase characters, performance and operation remain the same. The instructions shown for using the TC 30 remote are correct as of the date this manual was printed. They may change slightly from time to time when the TC 30s internal software is upgraded to add new features.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

! Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon! With the purchase of a Harman Kardon AVR 745, you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The AVR 745 has the most extensive range of audio and video processing, control and connectivity options ever offered by Harman Kardon, enabling it to provide the best possible audio and video reproduction with any type of source material. Teaming advanced processing circuitry with proprietary technologies such as EzSet/EQ II, the AVR 745 seamlessly integrates every component in your entertainment system to deliver the best possible sound and images. Some of the leading-edge features that are available with the AVR 745, such as HDMI connectivity, XM-Ready operation, DCDi by Faroudja video processing with upscaling to 1080i, and the TC 30 activity-based remote, are new to even the most experienced home theater enthusiast. Although the power of the AVR 745 makes them easy to use, we strongly recommend that you take a few minutes to read this owners manual to familiarize yourself with how the full suite of AVR 745 features and capabilities are configured and used in day-to-day operation. This small investment of time will yield significant dividends in taking the maximum advantage of this new addition to your home theater system. If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, you may also access a wealth of information and assistance by visiting our Web site at www.harmankardon.com. Description and Features The AVR 745 serves as the hub of your home entertainment system, providing a wide range of listening possibilities for almost any audio or video program source, whether it is the broadcast of a movie or sporting event in HDTV or a vintage mono or stereo recording. When playing digital audio sources from either the conventional optical and coaxial inputs, or through the HDMI 1.1 compliant connections, the AVR 745 decodes Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS and DTS-ES data streams. Two-channel stereo and matrix surround sources benefit from all current Dolby Pro Logic IIx modes and DTS Neo:6. The latest version of our proprietary Logic 7 process is onboard to create a wider, more enveloping sound field and more defined surround channel positioning, regardless of the type of source material. Additional audio playback and processing options include a direct connection to compatible computer-based sources through a direct USB connection. The AVR 745 takes the video part of its name seriously. Along with two HDMI inputs and three 100MHz analog component video inputs, the AVR 745s video processing allows you to individually adjust the video processing parameters for each input, and then scale the output signal to 720p or 1080i to match the requirements of your specific video display. Thanks to award winning Faroudja technology, your video sources never looked better. Tying audio and video together, the AVR 745 provides A/V sync delay so that the lip sync errors commonly seen when digital video processing is used in a source, program or video display are eliminated. Thanks to a wide range of multizone options and a standard ZR 10 remote control, the AVR 745 makes it possible to watch and listen to a separate source in one room while the main home theater uses a different source. Using the assignable rear surround channel amplifiers, you may create a basic remote listening zone without any additional equipment, or the units multiroom outputs may be used to feed an optional, external power amplifier and volume control. For one-wire multiroom connectivity, the AVR 745 is A-BUS/READY, requiring only a single Category 5/5e cable run and an optional remote module to power a pair of remote speakers while controlling volume and enabling full control over the program source and connected IR-controlled devices. Along with the latest advances in digital audio and video technology, Harman Kardon recognizes that some things remain constant, and in the case of the AVR 745 that is a requirement for audio power best served by our time-honored high-current, ultrawide bandwidth amplifier design. The AVR 745s sevenchannel amplifier provides the power to reproduce the loudest crescendos or cinema sound effects while remaining virtually free from distortion or system noise. With a combination of state-of-the-art circuitry, digital technology and proven performance with an elegant design that is compatible with the latest source components and video displays, the AVR 745 represents the culmination of Harman Kardons fifty-plus year history of delivering the finest sonic performance.

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ZR 10 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
Power Off Button OSD Button AVR Selector Button Input Selectors Tuner Selector XM Radio Selector Navigation Controls Volume Up/Down Buttons Disc Skip Buttons Numeric Keys Blank Buttons Clear Button Direct Button Memory Button Tuner Mode Button Transport Controls Set Button Bridge /DMP Selector
Mute Button IR Transmitter Lens
NOTES: The ZR 10 remote may be used either in the same room where the AVR 745 is located or in a separate room with an optional infrared sensor or A-BUS product that is connected to the AVR 745s Multiroom IR Input Jack g. When it is used in the same room as the AVR 745, it will control the functions of the AVR 745 or any compatible Harman Kardon products in that room. When it is used in a separate room via a sensor connected to the Multiroom IR Input Jack g, the buttons for Power, Input Source, Volume and Mute will control the source and volume for the second zone, as connected to the Multiroom Audio Output Jacks. (See page 51 for complete information on using the Multiroom system.) We strongly recommend that the ZR 10 remote be used for the initial configuration and setup process for the AVR 745. To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to the controls and connectors in this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com.

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Power Off Button: When used in the room where the AVR 745 is located, press this button to place the unit in Standby. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR Input Jack g, this button turns the Multiroom system on and off. OSD Button: Press this button to activate or turn off the On-Screen Display (OSD) menu system used to set up or adjust the AVR 745s configuration settings. AVR Selector Button: Press this button to turn on the AVR 745. The input in use when the unit was last on will be selected. Input Selectors: When the AVR 745 is off, press one of these buttons to select a specific input and turn the unit on. When the unit is already in use, pressing one of these buttons will change the input. Tuner Selector: Press this button to select the Tuner as the input source and listen to the tuner band last used. Press the button again to change between AM, FM and, if an XM Connect & Play module is connected and activated, XM Radio. XM Radio Selector: Press this button to select XM Radio as the input source when an XM Connect & Play module is connected and activated. Navigation Controls: Depending on the menu or function in use, pressing these buttons will navigate through menus, scroll through option lists or configuration choices, or move the cursor position. Press the left, right, up or down button, as appropriate to the adjustment being made. Volume Up/Down Buttons: When the ZR 10 remote is used in the room where the AVR 745 is located, press this button to raise or lower the volume in that room. When it is used in a remote room with a sensor that is connected to the Multiroom IR Input Jack g, this button will raise or lower the volume in the remote room. Disc Skip Buttons: Press these buttons to change discs on compatible Harman Kardon CD or DVD changers or players. Numeric Keys: Press these buttons to enter a stations frequency or an XM Radio channel number after the Direct Button is pressed, or when programming the tuner memories. These buttons may also be used for numeric entries when appropriate with other compatible sources. Blank Buttons: These buttons are not active. E Pressing them will not change or control any function on the AVR 745 or other IR devices. Clear Button: When programming the tuner memory, press this button to clear the current entry. Direct Button: Press this button when the tuner is in use to start the entry of a stations frequency or an XM channel number for direct access to that station or channel. After pressing this button, press the appropriate Numeric Keys. Memory Button: Press this button to enter a station or XM channel number into the AVR 745s memory. First, tune to, or select, the desired station or channel, and then press this button. Within five seconds, while you see the station or channel flash in the Upper Display Line C and in the on-screen display, press the Numeric Keys for the preset number between 01 and 30 that you wish to assign to the station or channel. (See page 46 for more information.) Tuner Mode Button: When listening to AM or FM stations, press this button to change the tuner mode between manual and automatic. When the button is pressed so that AUTO/STEREO appears in the Upper Display Line C and in the on-screen display, only stations with acceptable signal quality will be tuned, and the tuner will play FM stations in stereo, when available. In the AUTO mode, when the Tuning Up/Down Buttons 3 are pressed, the unit will automatically search for the next available station with good signal strength. When this button is pressed so that MANUAL/MONO appears in the Upper Display Line C and in the on-screen display, each press of the Tuning Up/Down Buttons 3 will move the frequency up or down in single-step increments. When the FM band is in use, pressing the button so that the MANUAL mode is activated will enable you to tune stations with weak signals by changing to monaural reception. (See pages 4546 for more information on AM/FM tuner operation.) When listing to XM Radio, press this button to scroll through the following display options for the Lower Display Line D: Channel Name Channel Category Artist Title. (See pages 4647 for more information on XM Radio operation.) Transport Controls: Press these buttons to control the operation of a compatible Harman Kardon DVD or CD player when the AVR 745 is connected to the source unit via the IR Input Jack F. When the AVRs tuner or XM Radio is in use, the / Prev/Next Buttons are used to tune up or down through the list of preset stations. the station frequencies or channel numbers. Set Button: When using the configuration menus, press this button to enter a setting to the AVRs memory. Bridge Digital Media Player Selector: When Harman Kardons Bridge (optional) is connected to Bridge Digital Media Player (DMP) Input X and a compatible iPod is docked in Bridge , pressing this selector will select the iPod as the audio source input device for the AVR 745. In addition, if a video display is connected to one of the Video Monitor Outputs OR, the iPods messages will appear on screen, and in the Upper and Lower Display Lines CD. The /// Buttons , the Set Button and the Transport Controls may be used to navigate the iPod and to operate many functions. See page 45, and the manuals for The Bridge and your iPod for more information.

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
When all audio, video and system connections have been made, the final steps before listening to your new AVR are to make the configuration adjustments that tailor the unit to the other components in your system as well as accommodate your personal listening preferences. A few minutes spent to correctly calibrate and configure your system will greatly add to your listening pleasure. Speaker Selection and Placement While the most seamless surround sound reproduction comes from the use of speakers with identical or carefully matched driver elements at each position, no matter which brand or type of speakers you prefer, it is always best to use the same model or series for the left front, center and right front speakers. Similarly, it is also desirable to use the same model or series for the surround speakers. This ensures that the soundstage will be relatively seamless when a sound moves from one side of the room to the other. Speaker Placement Once you have selected your speakers, it is important that they be placed in positions that enable them to do the best job of reproducing the sound as it was meant to be heard, regardless of the program content. The placement of speakers can have a noticeable impact on the accuracy of the surround process, particularly in multichannel systems. When placing your speakers in a listening room, picture an imaginary circle starting at the center of your video screen that arcs around the room with the prime listening position, or sweet spot, at the center of the circle. Depending on the number of speakers in your system, there is a recommended placement along the circle for each speaker, though the specific construction of your room, taking into account the available walls, bookcases, or floor space at which the speakers may be placed will obviously have some impact on where the speakers are ultimately located. As a general rule, try to place all speakers so that they are positioned at the same height as your ears when you are seated at the prime listening position. Use the following suggestions as a guide, and make the changes needed to fit the speakers to your room. Dont be afraid to experiment a bit until you find the right combination of locations that works for you. At the end of the day, there is no real right or wrong place to put the speakers; work to optimize their locations so that audio moves across the front of the room smoothly, without seeming to jump from one speaker to another. Front Left/Right Speakers The recommended placement for front left/right speakers is at the 30-degree position with reference to the center channel speaker. The distance between them should be about the same as the distance from the center channel speaker to the prime listening position. Although the natural tendency is to place the speakers so they are parallel to the wall behind them, and thus in line with the video screen, the preferred placement is to angle the speakers slightly (toe in) so that they point at the prime listening position. Center Channel Speaker The ideal location for the center channel speaker is at 0 degrees in our circle, directly in front of the prime listening position. Place the center channel speaker as close to the top (or bottom) of the video screen as possible so that when you position the front left/right speakers the tweeters of all three front channel speakers are within 24" of one another. Surround Speakers for 5.1 Systems In a 5.1 surround system, an additional pair of left/right speakers is added. Although many believe that these speakers should be placed at the rear of the room, the preferred position for them is at the sides of the room, with rear placement a second option when room conditions prevent the use of sidemounted surround speakers. When side-wall placement is possible, place the left/right surround speakers at a point that is 110 degrees along our circle from the center of the video screen. This translates to placing them to the side and slightly behind your preferred listening position. If possible, angle the speakers in slightly so that they are pointing toward the listeners ears.

3. When you have reassigned the surround back channels for use in a multiroom system, follow the speaker placement instructions for a 5.1-channel system for your main listening area (see page 19). Remote Control Setup The AVR 745 comes with two remotes, Harman Kardons TC 30 activity-based remote control with color LCD and the ZR 10, which is designed primarily for use in remote rooms but which may also be used as a compact remote in your main home theater room. The TC 30 remote packed with your new receiver will operate the AVR 745 without any further programming. However, in order to take full advantage of the TC 30s power and flexibility, you will need to program it via the Internet so that the codes needed to control the other devices in your system (such as a video display, DVD players and set-top boxes) are transferred into the TC 30s memory. Programming the TC 30 is easy, and complete instructions for setting up the TC 30 may be found in the separate Installation Guide for the remote. Before using the TC 30, you must install the rechargeable battery and connect the charging cradle to its power supply. The battery should then be charged for at least twelve hours before using the TC 30. To allow you to continue with the setup of your AVR 745 while the TC 30 battery is charging, the ZR 10 may be used to navigate through the system menus. No configuration is required; simply remove the battery compartment door on the back of the ZR 10 and install the AAA batteries supplied with the AVR. Replace the battery cover and you are ready to go!

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System Setup
Once the speakers have been placed in the room and connected, the remaining steps in the setup process are to assign input and output connections, make any video or audio adjustments, select a surround mode, program the AVR 745s 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. Although it is necessary to assign input/output settings and surround mode choices manually, we recommend that you take advantage of the power and precision of EzSet/EQII to automatically select and enter the settings for all other audio parameters. This will not only save you time; it will ensure that your room is calibrated and equalized with an accuracy not possible when these settings are made manually. You are now ready to power up the AVR 745 to begin these final adjustments. 1. Make certain that the AC power cord is firmly inserted into the AC Power Cord Jack a and plug the cord into an unswitched AC outlet.

** MASTER MENU **

IN/OUT SETUP VIDEO MONITOR SETTINGS VIDEO SETUP AUDIO ADJUST SURROUND SETUP EZSET/EQ MULTI-ROOM ADVANCED
Figure 1 The full-OSD menus remain on the screen for twenty seconds after the last button press, after which they time out and disappear from the screen. The length of time menus remain on the screen before the timeout may be increased to as long as fifty seconds by adjusting the settings for FULL OSD TIME OUT in the ADVANCED SELECT menu, as shown on page 50. In addition to the menu-driven full-OSD system, a number of settings and adjustments may be made directly from the TC 30 remote, using the semi-OSD system. To make adjustments using the semi-OSD, with the TC 30: Press the Devices Button 3. When the images in the LCD change, press the Screen Button 6 at the top of the left side of the remote control, next to the screen message AV Receiver. The screen images will change again. To adjust a setting on the first page of options, press the Screen Button 6 to the left or right of the item you wish to change, and then use the / Navigation Buttons D to move through the available settings and option choices. Press the OK/Enter Button o, when appropriate, to enter a selection. More adjustment options may be accessed by pressing the Page Left/Right Buttons 8. When the full-OSD system is in use, the menu selections are not shown in the Upper or Lower Display Lines #$ and OSD ON will appear in the Upper Display Line # to remind you that a video display must be used. When the semi-OSD system is used in conjunction with the discrete configuration buttons, the on-screen display will show the current menu selection. That selection will also be shown in the Upper or Lower Display Lines #$, depending on which parameter is being adjusted. NOTE: Semi-OSD messages are not available when a 720p or 1080i image is being viewed. Setting the System Configuration Memory The AVR 745 features an advanced memory system that enables you to establish different configurations for the component video assignment, digital input and

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surround mode and other settings for each input source. This flexibility enables you to customize the way in which you listen to each source and have the AVR 745 memorize those settings. Once these settings are made, they will automatically be recalled whenever you select that input. To simplify initial configuration and operation, the AVR 745 has been preconfigured with input settings that are typical for home theater systems. These settings are detailed in the worksheets in the Appendix. Before adjusting the input settings, it is a good idea to compare your input connections to the defaults so that you may see where changes need to be made. Before using the unit, you may want to change the settings for some inputs so that they are properly configured to reflect the use of digital or analog inputs, the type of video display and speakers installed, and the surround mode specifics of your home theater system. wish to associate a specific product brand name with the input, or to simply enter any name that will help you to remember which source is being selected. To change the input name, press the / Navigation Buttons D on the remote so that the cursor is pointing to TITLE. Next, press and hold the Set Button for a few seconds until a flashing box appears to the right of the colon. Immediately release the On/Enter Button E or the Set Button , as you are now ready to enter the device name. Press the / Navigation Buttons D and note that alphanumeric characters will appear with the start of the alphabet in capital letters, followed by the lowercase letters, and then numbers and symbols. When you press the Navigation Button D , the symbols and numbers will appear first, followed by a reverse list of the alphabet in lowercase letters. Press the button either way until the first letter of the desired name appears. If you wish to enter a blank space as the first character, press the Navigation Button D. When the desired character appears, press the Navigation Button D and repeat the process for the next letter, and continue until the desired name is entered, up to a maximum of 14 characters. Press the On/Enter Button E or the Set Button to enter the input name into the system memory and to proceed with the configuration process. After entering the input title, press the / Navigation Buttons D to move to the next line. The audio input defaults for all sources except the Tuner, USB and 6/8-Channel Direct inputs are shown in the table in the Appendix. If your system configuration follows the default table, no changes are needed and you may press the / Navigation Buttons D to move to the next line. With the cursor pointing to AUDIO IN-PORT, press the / Navigation Buttons D to change the default to a different audio input connection. When the name of the desired input appears, press the / Navigation Buttons D to move to the next line. Note that in addition to using the menu system to change the audio input, you may change it at any time with the TC 30 remote by following these steps: Press the Devices Button 3. When the images in the LCD change, press the Screen Button 6 at the top of the left side of the remote, next to the screen message AV Receiver. At the next screen, press the Screen Button 6 to the left of the message Setup Menu. When the new list of options appears, press the Screen Button 6 to the right of Digital Input. The current digital input name will begin to flash in the Upper Display Line C. Press the / Navigation Buttons D until the desired input name appears on the right side of the Upper Display Line C or in the semi-OSD message. After five seconds, the input name will stop flashing, as it is entered into the system memory and the unit will return to normal operation. In normal operation, when a digital audio stream is interrupted, the unit will automatically switch to the analog inputs associated with that source. This is particularly useful with cable set-top boxes where the input is normally digital, but occasionally changes to analog. If you wish to configure an input so that the auto-poll circuit is turned off, while the on-screen cursor is pointing to the AUDIO AUTO POLL line, simply press the / Navigation Buttons D so that OFF (rather than ON) is in a white video highlight. When the desired auto-poll setting is entered, press the / Navigation Button D to move to the next line. When the cursor is at the VIDEO IN-PORT line, you are able to select an alternative to the default input setting for the video input associated with any source. For the Video 1 and Video 4 inputs, the factory default of AUTO will select either composite or Svideo, depending on which has an active signal. For the Video 2, Video 3 and DVD inputs, the AUTO setting will normally select the default component input, but if it is not in use, the system will revert to a composite or S-video output if either one is active. To have the AVR always look to a specific source connection when an input is selected, make certain that the on-screen cursor is pointing to the VIDEO IN-PORT line, and then press the / Navigation Buttons D until the name of the desired input appears. The default setting for HDMI inputs is AUTO and normally need not be changed. However, in systems where the HDMI connection is used for multichannel audio only (e.g., HDMI 1.1), but the video connection is component, due to limitations on the video display, the setting here should be changed to COMPONENT. When the desired video input setting has been made, press the / Navigation Buttons D to move to the next line. If your system includes any sources that are equipped with Y/Pr/Pb component video outputs, the AVR 745 is able to switch them to send the proper signals to your video display. Each of the Component Video Inputs Q is assigned to a default source, as shown in the table in the Appendix, but if you have connected

EzSet/EQ II Preset Selection
If you have stored more than one EQ Design using EzSet/EQ II, you may select the Design you wish to use from the EZSET/EQ PRESET SELECT line of the EZSET/EQ MAIN menu (Figure 12). Follow the instructions on page 29 to view the EZSET/EQ MAIN menu, and then press the / Navigation Buttons D to move the cursor to the EZSET/EQ PRESET SELECT line. Press the OK/Enter Button E on the TC 30 or the Set Button on the ZR 10 remote to bring the next menu to the screen, and then press the / Navigation Buttons D to move the cursor to the preset number for the Design you wish to use. When your selection is made, / Navigation Buttons D to move the cursor to BACK TO EZSET/EQ MAIN and press the OK/Enter Button E) on the TC 30 or the Set Button on the ZR 10 remote, or simply press the Menu Button A on the TC 30 or the OSD Button on the ZR 10 remote to exit the menu system.

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OPERATION

Basic Operation

Once you have completed the initial setup and configuration, the AVR 745 is simple to operate and enjoy. The following instructions will help you maximize the enjoyment of your new receiver: Before using the AVR 745, we strongly recommend that you program the TC 30 remote, following the instructions provided in both the separate TC 30 Installation Guide and the wizards available when the TC 30 is connected to the Internet through your computer. While the TC 30 is preprogrammed to operate the AVR 745 and Harman Kardon DVD players right out of the box, programming the TC 30 for all the components in your system and setting it up for the activities that best match the way you use your home entertainment system will greatly add to the enjoyment of your total home entertainment system. Turning the AVR 745 On or Off When using the AVR 745 for the first time, you must press the Main Power Switch A to turn the unit on. This places the unit in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber illumination surrounding the Standby/On Switch 1. To turn the AVR 745 on or off from the front panel, press the Standby/On Switch 1. To turn the AVR 745 on using the TC 30 remote:
NOTE: When an Input Selector or source-specific button on the ZR 10 remote is used to turn the AVR 745 on, press the AVR Selector to use the remote for control of the AVR 745. To turn the unit off at the end of a listening session, simply press the Standby/On Switch 1 on the front panel or the Power Off Button 2 on the remote. Power will be shut off to any equipment plugged into the rear-panel Switched AC Accessory Outlet G and the illumination around the Standby/ On Switch 1 will 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 lighting around the Standby/On Switch 1. To set the AVR 745 to turn off after a predetermined time period, press the Devices Button 4, followed by the Screen Button 6 at the top of the row of buttons on the left side of the TC 30, to the left of the A/V receiver image on the LCD screen. Next, press the Page Left/Right Buttons 8 to view PAGE 2 of the AVR functions. To put the AVR in the Sleep mode, press the Screen Button 6 to the right of the word SLEEP in the LCD. Each press of the button will decrease the time before the AVR shuts down in the following sequence.

Source Selection

To select an input source from the front panel, press the Input Source Selector Button 6. Each press of the button will move the input selection through the list of available choices. If the button is pressed when the AVR is in the Standby mode, the first press of the button will turn the unit on and select the last used input. When the AVR is already turned on, you may select the tuner directly by pressing the Tuner Band Selector 3. The first press will select the last tuned frequency band and station. Each subsequent press will change the band to the last tuned station or XM preset. Two options are available for selecting an input source using the TC 30 remote.
Pressing the Activities Button 3 will display the list of preprogrammed activities. Press the Screen Button 6 next to any activity to turn the unit on, select the input source shown, and perform any other steps that have been programmed into the activity. directly select a source, first press the Devices Button 4 and then press the Screen Button 6 to the left of AV Receiver at the top of the list of options on the LCD Screen 7. To select an audio-only input source (Tuner, CD, 6/8-Channel Direct, DMP/The Bridge or Tape), press the Screen Button 6 to the left of Audio Inputs. When the screen display changes, press the Screen Button 6 next to the desired input. To select an audio/video input source (Video 1/2/3/4, DVD or HDMI 1/2) press Screen Button 6 to the right of A/V Inputs. When the screen display changes, press the Screen Button 6 next to the desired input.
Press the Screen Button 6 next to one of the Activities shown on the LCD screen. The preprogrammed Activities include the remote control codes that not only turn on the AVR 745, but also switch it to the input associated with the Activity and turn on a compatible Harman Kardon DVD player when it is part of the Activity. If you have programmed the TC 30 for your own Activities, other devices will turn on and operate as specified in the Activity design. Press the Devices Button 4 and then press the Screen Button 6 to the left of AVR. When the options on the LCD screen change, press the Screen Button 6 to the right of ON to turn the unit on or the one next to OFF to place it in the Standby mode.
Once you have set the desired Sleep Time, the frontpanel display will automatically dim to half-brightness. The display will return to full-brightness when any button on the front panel or a remote is pressed, and then return again to half-brightness. To check on the time remaining until the unit shuts down, follow the instructions shown above to access the Screen Button 6 for Sleep and press it once. To cancel the Sleep function, follow the instructions shown above to access the Screen Button 6 for Sleep and press it first until the information display returns to normal brightness and then again as many times as needed until the words SLEEP OFF appear in the Lower Display Line D. 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 A. NOTE: All preset memories are lost if the unit is left turned off by using the Main Power Switch A for more than four weeks.

Output Level Trim Adjustment
Normal output level adjustment for the AVR 745 is established using EzSet/EQII, as outlined on pages 2933. In some cases, however, it may be desirable to trim the output 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 ). Press the Devices Button 4 on the TC 30 remote and then press the Screen Button 6 next to AV Receiver. Next, press the Screen Button 6 next to Setup Menu and after the choices in the LCD Screen 7 change, press the Screen Button 6 next to Channel and FRONT L LEVEL will appear in the Lower Display Line $. To change the level, first press the OK/Enter Button E or the Set Button , and then use the / Navigation Buttons D 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 OK/Enter Button E or the Set Button and then press the / Navigation Buttons D to select the next output-channel location that you wish to adjust. To adjust the subwoofer level, press the / Navigation Button o until WOOFER LEVEL appears in the Lower Display Line $ or on-screen display. Repeat the procedure as needed until all channels requiring adjustment have been set. When all adjustments have been made and no further adjustments are made for 5 seconds, the AVR 745 will return to normal operation. The output levels may also be adjusted using the onscreen menu system to either the internal test tone or an external test disc by following the instructions shown on page 37

Dim Function

Since the AVR 745 will often be used when movies or other kinds of video programming are viewed under low-light conditions, you may wish to lower the brightness of the front-panel displays and indicators so that they do not distract from the video presentation. You

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ADVANCED FEATURES
The AVR 745 is equipped with a number of advanced features that add extra flexibility to the units operation. While it is not necessary to use these features to operate the unit, they provide additional options that you may wish to use. To change a setting from its factory default, you will use the ADVANCED SELECT menu. First press the TC 30s Devices Button 4 and then press the Screen Button 6 next to AV Receiver and press the Menu Button A. With the ZR 10 remote, press the OSD Button to call up the MAIN MENU (Figure 1). Next, press the / Navigation Buttons D so that the cursor is next to ADVANCED; then press the OK/Enter Button E on the TC 30 or the Set Button on the ZR 10. When the ADVANCED SELECT menu (Figure 32) appears, follow the instructions shown below to make any needed configuration adjustments.

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To make other adjustments, press the / Navigation Buttons D until the cursor is next to the desired setting or the BACK TO MASTER MENU line and press the OK/Enter Button E or the Set Button. If you have no other adjustments to make, press the Menu Button A or the OSD Button to exit the menu system. Full-OSD Time-Out Adjustment The FULL OSD menu system is used to simplify the setup and adjustment of the AVR 745 by using a series of on-screen menus. The factory default setting for these menus leaves them on the screen for 20 seconds after a period of inactivity before they disappear from the screen (Time-Out). Time-Out is a safety measure to prevent image retention of the menu text in your monitor or projector, which might happen if it were left on indefinitely. However, some viewers may prefer a slightly longer or shorter period before the on-screen display disappears. With the ADVANCED SELECT menu on the screen (Figure 32) make certain that the cursor is next to the FULL OSD TIME OUT line by pressing the / Navigation Buttons D as needed. Next, press the / Navigation Buttons D until the desired time is displayed in seconds. Unlike most of the other options in this menu, this is a permanent setting change, and the Time-Out entry will remain in effect until it is changed, even if the unit is turned off. If you wish to make other adjustments, press the / Navigation Buttons D until the cursor is next to the desired setting or the BACK TO MASTER MENU line and press the OK/Enter Button E or the Set Button. If you have no other adjustments to make, press the Menu Button A or the OSD Button to exit the menu system. DMP/ TheBridge Auto Power When using Harman Kardons optional TheBridge iPod docking station, the normal operation is to have the iPod selected as the input source only when it is specifically chosen. However, you may set the AVR so that whenever the iPod is turned on, the AVR will also turn on automatically and set The Bridge as the input.

HDMI Video Auto Function

mode (turned off) in the room where the AVR 745 is located, the light surrounding the front-panel Standby/On Switch 0 will remain blue, rather than amber, and a MULTI-ROOM ON message will be shown in the Lower Display Line D. When the Multiroom system is turned on, the input selected using the Multiroom menu will be fed to the Multiroom Audio/Video Outputs 8L on the rear panel as well as the A-BUS Connector. The volume will be as set in the previous selection, although it may also be adjusted using an optional IR sensor and the ZR 10 remote in the remote location, or the A-BUS keypad, or on the optional audio power amplifier connected to the Multiroom Audio Outputs 8. Although changes to the input source or remote room volume will normally be made using an IR sensor in the remote room that is connected to the AVR, it is also possible to change those settings from the main listening room. This is useful for situations where some or all of the remote rooms do not have an IR sensor, or to take control over the remote room without actually being in that room. In addition to using the MULTI-ROOM menu, as shown on the previous page, you may change the source or volume in the remote zone using the remote. Using the TC 30 remote, press the Devices Button 4 on the TC 30 remote and then press the Screen Button 6 next to AV Receiver. When the choices on the LCD Screen 7 change, press the Page Left/Right Buttons 8 once and then press the Screen Button 6 next to Multi-Room. Press the / Navigation Buttons D to select either MULTI INPUT or MULTI LEVEL. To change the remote rooms input source, when MULTI INPUT appears, press the OK/Enter Button E or the Set Button , and then press the / Navigation Buttons D until the desired input appears in the on-screen display and in the Lower Display Line $.

Multiroom Operation

When operating the AVR 745 from a remote room location where an IR sensor link has been connected to the AVR 745s rear-panel Multiroom IR Input P or via an A-BUS module, you may use either the TC 30 or the ZR 10 remote. With the remote pointing toward an IR sensor or A-BUS module in the remote room, you may turn on the second zone system by pressing the AVR Selector Button on the ZR 10 remote to turn the system on with the last used source for the multiroom system active, or you may press one of the Input Selectors or the Tuner Selector , the XM Radio Selector or TheBridge Selector to turn the multiroom system on directly to a specific source. To turn the multiroom system on using the TC 30 remote, press the Devices Button 4 on the TC 30 remote and then press the Screen Button 6 next to AV Receiver. When the choices on the

To turn the multi-room system off from the room where the AVR 745 is located, press the Devices Button 4 on the TC 30 remote and then press the Screen Button 6 next to AV Receiver. When the choices on the LCD Screen 7 change, press the Page Left/Right Buttons 8 once and then press the Screen Button 6 next to Multi-Room. A MULTI-ROOM ON/OFF message will appear in the Lower Display Line D. Press the OK/Enter Button E and then press the / Navigation Buttons D to turn the system off.
NOTE: The multiroom system will remain on even when the AVR is turned off in the main listening room where it is located. When the AVR 745s multiroom system is turned on, but the unit is in the Standby
To change the remote rooms volume, when MULTI LEVEL appears, press the OK/Enter Button E or the Set Button , and press the / Navigation Buttons D to change the volume setting. Note that this volume adjustment controls the level for the output to the Multiroom Audio Outputs and for any speakers connected to the Surround Back/Multiroom Speaker Outputs when the Surround Back amplifier channels are configured for Multiroom use, as shown on page 57. This adjustment does NOT change the volume level for any room where an A-BUS module is used, as that setting is only adjustable using the A-BUS modules volume control or a remote pointed at the A-BUS modules built-in sensor.

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To turn the Multiroom system off from a remote room using the ZR 10 remote, press the Power Off Button. To turn the Multiroom system off from the remote room using the TC 30, press the Devices Button 4 on the TC 30 remote and then press the Screen Button 6 next to AV Receiver. When the choices on the LCD Screen 7 change, press the Page Left/Right Buttons 8 once and then press the Screen Button 6 next to Multi Room. Press the OK/Enter Button E and then the / Navigation Buttons D.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM Unit does not function when Main Power Switch is pushed CAUSE No AC Power SOLUTION Make certain AC power cord is plugged into a live outlet Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled Make certain that all input and speaker connections are secure Press Mute Button B Turn up volume control Follow the instructions in the Display Brightness section on pages 4849 so that the display is set to VFD FULL Check speaker wire connections for shorts at receiver and speaker ends Contact your local Harman Kardon service center
Display lights, but there is no sound or picture

DVD Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 CD Tape Tuner The Bridge USB 6/8 Ch Direct

FEATURE

Input Title

Surround Mode

Audio In Port

Audio Auto Poll

Video In Port

Component Video Input

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A/V Sync Delay

Trigger 2

Record Output

Auto Poll

Input Source Type

Display Type

Video Input Port

Enhance Level

Input Aspect Ratio

Noise Reduction

X-Color Supressor

DCDi Interpolation

Film Mode Edit Detect
Fleshtone Noise Reduction
Composite Video Enhancement

Output Aspect Ratio

Brightness

Contrast

Saturation

ADC Sampling

Tone In/Out

Treble

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AVR 745 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Audio Section Stereo Mode Continuous Average Power (FTC) 100 Watts per channel, 20Hz20kHz, @ <0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms Seven-Channel Surround Modes Power per Individual Channel Front L&R channels: 85 Watts per channel @ <0.07% THD, 20Hz20kHz into 8 ohms Center channel: 85 Watts @ <0.07% THD, 20Hz20kHz into 8 ohms Surround (L & R Side, L & R back) channels: 85 Watts per channel @ <0.07% THD, 20Hz20kHz into 8 ohms Input Sensitivity/Impedance Linear (High-Level) Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A) 200mV/47k ohms 100dB AM Tuner Section Frequency Range Signal-to-Noise Ratio Usable Sensitivity Distortion Selectivity Video Section Television Format Input Level/Impedance Output Level/Impedance Video Frequency Response (Composite and S-Video) Video Frequency Response (Component Video) HDMI General Power Requirement Power Consumption Dimensions Width Height Depth Weight 5201720kHz 45dB Loop 500V 1kHz, 50% Mod 0.8% 10kHz, 30dB
NTSC 1V p-p/75 ohms 1V p-p/75 ohms 10Hz8MHz (3dB) 10Hz100MHz (3dB) Version 1.1 AC 120V/60Hz 120W at Power On, idle; 1,405W at rated power output (7 channels driven) Product 17-5/16 inches (440mm) 6-1/2 inches (165mm) 17-1/16 inches (435mm) 44 lb (19.9kg) Shipping 20-1/16 inches (510mm) 10 inches (254mm) 22-3/16 inches (565mm) 51 lb (23.1kg)
Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation Pro Logic I/II 40dB Dolby Digital (AC-3) DTS Frequency Response @ 1W (+0dB, 3dB) High Instantaneous Current Capability (HCC) Transient Intermodulation Distortion (TIM) Slew Rate FM Tuner Section Frequency Range Usable Sensitivity Signal-to-Noise Ratio Distortion Stereo Separation Selectivity Image Rejection IF Rejection 55dB 55dB 10Hz 130kHz 60 Amps Unmeasurable 40V/sec

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AVR 745 SETTINGS WORKSHEETS
SYSTEM DEFAULTS The two tables in this section show the factory default settings for the Video Inputs and Video Sources. These tables give you a picture of the AVR 745s initial settings. You may then decide whether any item needs to be changed so that it is more appropriate for your specific installation. Any of the settings shown may be changed as shown in the pages of the System Configuration section of the owners manual (pages 2133). TABLE 1: VIDEO INPUT DEFAULTS INPUT AUDIO INPUT Video 1 ANALOG Video 2 ANALOG Video 3 OPTICAL 1 Video 4 OPTICAL 4 DVD COAX 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 2 Tuner ANALOG XM --CD ANALOG Tape ANALOG DMP/The Bridge ANALOG 6/8 CH Direct ANALOG USB ---
VIDEO INPUT AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO HDMI 1 HDMI 2 AUTO HDMI 1 AUTO AUTO HDMI 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 1
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 2 COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 2 COMPONENT 3 ----COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 3 COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 1 COMPONENT 3
TRIGGER 2 SETTING ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON
RECORD OUTPUT ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG DSP DOWNMIX DSP DOWNMIX ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG ANALOG DSP DOWNMIX
AUTO-POLL ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF ----OFF OFF -------
INPUT SOURCE TYPE VCR CABLE DIGITAL CABLE ANALOG SATELLITE DIGITAL DVD * * * * * * * * *
*: User should change setting to match input type. TABLE 2: VIDEO SOURCE DEFAULTS FEATURE Noise Reduction X-Color Suppressor DCDi Interpolation Film Mode Detect Film Mode Edit Detect Composite Video Enhancement VCR Sync Time Enhancement DVD OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON VCR ON ON ON ON ON ON ON CABLE DIG OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON SAT DIG OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON SAT ANALOG ON ON ON ON ON ON ON CABLE ANALOG ON ON ON ON ON ON ON CAMERA DIG OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON CAMERA ANALOG ON ON ON ON ON ON ON
System Default and Personal Settings Worksheets The worksheets in this section show the system defaults for the global settings on your AVR 745. Once your system is configured manually, or through the use of EzSet/EQ II, where applicable, we recommend that you use the Your System Settings column to record your personal preferences so that they may be restored in the event the AVRs memory is lost due to an extended power outage, system upgrade, processor reset, or other major service to your unit. Worksheet A: Video Monitor and Aspect Ratio Defaults and Settings Feature/Display Type Display Interface HDMI Audio Out CRT Front Projection Rear Projection Plasma (PDP) DLP LCD System Default Analog Off 4:3 4:3 4:3 16:9 16:9 16:9 Your System Setting

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Worksheet B: Surround Configuration Defaults and Settings Feature Logic 7 Global Default Surround Dolby Pro Logic II Music Center Width Dolby Pro Logic II Music Dimension Dolby Pro Logic II Panorama Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Center Width Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music Dimension Dolby Pro Logic IIx Panorama Night Mode System Default On Original Off Off Off Your System Settings
Worksheet C: Delay Defaults and Setting Feature Front Left Center Front Right Surround Right Surround Back Right Surround Back Left Surround Left Subwoofers System Default 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet 12.0 Feet Your System Settings
Worksheet D: System Defaults and Settings Feature Front L/R Speaker Size & X-Over Center Speaker Size & X-Over Surround L/R Speaker Size & X-Over Surround Back Speaker Size & X-Over LFE LP Filter Sub Mode Number of Subs Channel Adjust Sub Size VFD Fade Time Out VFD Brightness Volume Default Volume Default Set Semi OSD Time Out Full OSD Time Out DMP Auto Power HDMI Video Auto Surround Back Amps Carrier Out System Default Small 100 Hz Small 100 Hz Small 100 Hz None 100 Hz Sub L/R+LFE 1 Global 10 in/250 mm Off Full Off -25dB 5 Sec 20 Sec Off On Main Zone II Your System Settings

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WORKSHEET E: INPUT SETTINGS
FEATURE Input Title Surround Mode Audio In Port Audio Auto Poll Video In Port Component Video Input Video Processing A/V Sync Delay Trigger 2 Record Output Auto Poll Input Source Type Display Type Video Input Port Enhance Level Input Aspect Ratio Noise Reduction X-Color Supressor DCDi Interpolation Film Mode Edit Detect Fleshtone Noise Reduction Composite Video Enhancement Output Aspect Ratio Brightness Contrast Saturation ADC Sampling Tone In/Out Bass Treble DVD Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 Video 4 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 CD Tape Tuner The Bridge USB 6/8 Ch Direct