Operation
that some future digital sources may not be com-MP3 Audio Playback2. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select button g
patible with the AVR 210.The AVR 210 is one of the first A/V receivers toor Tuner Band Selector 9 again to switch
provide on-board decoding for the MP3 audiobetween AM and FM so that the desired
3. Note that not all digitally encoded programsformat used by computers and portable audiofrequency band is selected.
contain full 5.1-channel audio. Consult the pro-devices. In addition, some new CD players are
gram guide that accompanies the DVD or lasercapable of playing back optical discs that are3. Press the FM Mode button @ s to select
disc to determine which type of audio has beenrecorded with MP3, rather than standard CDmanual or automatic tuning.
recorded on the disc. The AVR 210 will auto-audio information. By offering MP3 decoding,
matically sense the type of digital surroundthe AVR 210 is able to deliver more preciseWhen the AUTO indicator W is illuminated in
encoding used and adjust to accommodate it.conversion of the digital signals to an analogthe Main Information Display X the tuner
output, along with the benefits of listening towill stop only at those stations that have a
4. When a digital source is playing, you may notthe MP3 audio through the AVR 210Os high-strong enough signal to be received with
be able to select some of the analog surroundcurrent amplifier and the speakers from youracceptable quality.
modes such as Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby 3, Stereo,surround system, rather than the smaller
Hall, Theater or Logic 7.speakers and low-powered amplifiers typicallyWhen the AUTO indicator W is not illumi-
used with computers.nated, the tuner is in a manual mode and
5. When a Dolby Digital or DTS source is play-will stop at each frequency increment in the
ing, it is not possible to make an analog record-To take advantage of the AVR 210Os MP3 capa-selected band.
ing using the Tape a and Video 1 or Videobilities, simply connect the PCM output of a
2 Record Outputs °cfj. However, thecomputerOs sound card or the PCM output of a4. To select stations, press the Tuning
digital signals will be passed through to theportable digital audio device to either the rearSelector button 8u. When the AUTO
Digital Audio Outputs â.panel Digital Inputs hi or the front panelindicator W is illuminated, press the button
Digital Inputs #$. As soon as the digitalfor two seconds and then release to cause the
PCM Audio Playbacksignal is available, the MP3 Bitstreamtuner to search for the next highest- or lowest-
PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is the non-Indicator A will light, and the audio willfrequency station that has an acceptable signal.
compressed digital audio system used for begin playing.When tuning FM stations in the Auto mode, the
compact discs and laser discs. The digital circuitstuner will select only stereo stations. To tune to
in the AVR 210 are capable of high-quality NOTES:the next station, press the button again. If the
digital-to-analog decoding, and they may beY The AVR 210 is only capable of playing sig-STEREO indicator U is not illuminated, tap
connected directly to the digital audio output nals in the MP3 (MPEG 1/Layer 3) format. Itthe Tuning Selector button 8u to
is not compatible with other computer audio
of your CD or LD player.advance one frequency increment at a time, or
codecs.
press and hold it to locate a specific station.
Connections may be made to either the rearWhen the TUNED indicator V lights, the
Y The digital audio input signal may be either
panel Optical or Coaxial inputs hi or theoptical or coaxial, but the signal must be instation is properly tuned and should be heard
front panel Digital Inputs #$.the PCM format. Direct connection of USB orwith clarity.
serial data outputs is not possible, even
To listen to a PCM digital source, first select thethough the signals are in the MP3 format. If5. Stations may also be tuned directly by press-
input for the desired source (e.g., CD). Next pressyou have any questions about the data out-ing the Direct button t, and then pressing
the Digital Select button op and then useput format from your computer or a soundthe Numeric Keys r that correspond to the
the �/U buttons mq on the remote, or thecard, check with the deviceOs ownerOs manualstationOs frequency. The desired station will
Selector buttons5 on the front panel, untilor contact the manufacturerOs technical sup-automatically be tuned. If you press an incor-
port area.
the desired choice appears in the Mainrect button while entering a direct frequency,
Information Display X.press the Clear button 28 to start over.
Tuner Operation
When a PCM source is playing, the PCM indi-NOTE: When the FM reception of a station is
The AVR 210Os tuner is capable of tuning AM,
cator A will light. During PCM playback youFM and FM Stereo broadcast stations. Stationsweak, audio quality will be increased by
may select any surround mode except Dolbyswitching to Mono mode by pressing the
may be tuned manually, or they may be stored
Digital or DTS.as favorite station presets and recalled from aFM Mode button @ s until the
30-position memory.STEREO indicator U goes out.
Playback from PCM sources may also benefit
from the Logic 7 Mode. When playing back a Station SelectionPreset Tuning
surround-encoded PCM source, such as an LD1. Press the AM/FM Tuner Select button gUsing the remote, up to 30 stations may be
or surround-encoded CD, use the Logic 7 C oron the remote to select the tuner as an input.stored in the AVR 210Os memory for easy recall
Cinema mode. When playing true stereo using the front panel controls or the remote.
The tuner may be selected from the front panel
recordings, use the Logic 7 M or Music modeby either pressing the Input Source Selector
for a wider soundstage and increased rear-To enter a station into the memory, first tune
! until the tuner is active or by pressing the
channel ambience.Tuner Band Selector 9 at any time.the station using the steps outlined above.
Then:
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HARMAN KARDON
