AVR525 harman/kardon
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
device should be made to either the Video 2 AudioIf other Harman Kardon compatible source equipmentA-BUS Installation Connections
Inputs39 or any of the Optical or Coaxial Digitalis part of the main room installation, the Remote IRThe AVR 525 is among the very few receivers avail-
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Input Jacks3336.Output h jack on the rear panel should be connectedable today that offers built-in A-BUS Readyopera-
to the IR IN jack on source equipment. This will enabletion. When used with an optional A-BUS keypad or
8. If the component video inputs are used, connect
the remote room location to control source equipmentcontrol module, you have all the benefits of remote
the Component Video Monitor Outputs b to the
functions.zone operation without the need for an external power
component video inputs of your TV, projector or dis-
amplifier.
play device.NOTE: All remotely controlled components must be
linked together in a Odaisy chain.� Connect the IR OUTTo use the AVR 525 with an approved A-BUS prod-
9. If you have a camcorder, video game or other
jack of one unit to the IR IN of the next to establishuct, simply connect the keypad or module that is in
audio/video device that is connected to the AVR on a
this chain.the remote room to the AVR 525 using standard
temporary, rather than permanent, basis, connect the
OCategory 5� wiring that is properly rated for the in-
audio, video and digital audio outputs of that device toMultiroom Connections
wall use specific to the installation. Terminate the
the Front-Panel Inputs &(�. A device con-The AVR 525 is equipped with multizone capabilities
wiring at the receiver end to a standard RJ-45 jack
nected here is selected as the Video 4 input, and thethat allow it to send a separate audio source to the
in compliance with the instructions furnished with the
digital inputs must be assigned to the Video 4 input.remote zone from the one selected for use in the
A-BUS module.
(See page 19 for more information on input configu-main room.
ration.)No further installation or adjustment is needed, as the
Depending on your systemOs requirement, three
A-BUS connector on the AVR 525 routes the signals
Video Connection Notes:options are available for audio connection:
in and out of the keypad to their proper destination for
Y When the component video jacks are used, the on-
power, signal source and control. The output fed to the
Option 1: Use high-quality, shielded audio intercon-
screen menus are not visible and you must switch
A-BUS jack is determined by the AVR 525Os multi-
nect cable from the AVR 525Os location to the remote
to the standard composite or S-Video input on your
room system, and the menus may be used as is.
room. In the remote room, connect the interconnect
TV to view them.
cable to a stereo power amplifier. The amplifier will be
RS-232 Connections
Y The AVR 525 will accept either standard composite,connected to the roomOs speakers. At the AVR 525,
The AVR 525 includes an RS-232 serial port connec-
S-Video or Y/Pr/Pb component video signals.plug the audio interconnect cables into the Multiroom
tion that may be used to control the unit via compati-
However, it will not convert composite or S signalsAudio Output j jacks on the AVR 525Os rear panel.
ble optional, external keypads or control systems. The
to component video.
physical connection to the AVR 525 from the control
Option 2: Connect the Multiroom Audio Output j
device is a standard D-9 connection, but to assure
Y Component or composite video signals may only bejacks on the AVR 525 to the inputs of an optional
compatible and proper operation, specific software
viewed in their native formats.stereo power amplifier. Run high-quality speaker wire
commands and pin wiring schemes are required.
from the amplifier to the speakers in the remote room.
System and Power ConnectionsDue to the complexity of RS-232 connections
Option 3: Taking advantage of the AVR 525Os built-inwe recommend that they be made only by trained
The AVR 525 is designed for flexible use with multi-
seven-channel amplifier, it is possible to use two of theinstallers familiar with their use. To obtain additional
room systems, external control components and
amplifier channels to power speakers in the remoteinformation on the use of the AVR 525 with RS-232
power amplifiers.
room. When using this option you will not be able tocontrol, please contact Harman KardonOs customer
use the full 7.1-channel capabilities of the AVR 525 inservice department or consult our Web site at
Main Room Remote Control Extension
the main listening room, but you will be able to addwww.harmankardon.com.
If the receiver is placed behind a solid or smoked
glass cabinet door, the obstruction may prevent theanother listening room without additional external
AC Power Connections
power amplifiers. To use the internal amplifiers to
remote sensor from receiving commands. In this
This unit is equipped with three accessory AC outlets.
power a remote zone, connect the speakers for
event, an optional remote sensor may be used.
They may be used to power accessory devices, but
the remote room location to the Surround Back/
Connect the output of the remote sensor to the
they should not be used with high-current draw equip-
Multiroom Speaker Outputs . Before using the
Remote IR Input g jack.
ment such as power amplifiers. The total power draw
remote room you will need to configure the amplifiers
to each outlet may not exceed 100 watts.
If other components are also prevented from receivingfor surround operation by changing a setting in the
remote commands, only one sensor is needed. SimplyAdvanced Select menu, following the instructions
The Switched AC Accessory Outlet D will receive
use this unitOs sensor or a remote eye by running ashown on page 34.
power only when the unit is on. This is recommended
connection from the Remote IR Output h jack to
for devices that have no power switch or a mechanical
NOTE: For all options, you may connect an optional IR
the Remote IR Input jack on Harman Kardon or other
power switch that may be left in the OON� position.
sensor in the remote room to the AVR 525 via an
compatible equipment.
appropriate cable. Connect the sensorOs cable to the
NOTE: Many audio and video products go into a
Multiroom IR LinkMultiroom IR Input f on the AVR 525 and use the
Standby mode when they are used with switched out-
The remote room IR receiver should be connected toZone II remote to control the room volume. Alter-
lets, and cannot be fully turned on using the outlet
the AVR 525 via standard coaxial cable. Plug the IR con-natively, you may install an optional volume control
alone without a remote control command.
nection cable into the Multiroom IR Input f jack onbetween the output of the amplifiers and the speakers.
the AVR 525Os rear panel.The Unswitched AC Accessory Outlet ¤ will
receive power as long as the unit is plugged into a
powered AC outlet.
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