Operation
Y To automatically scan through theTo make a video recording, press theMemory Backup
stations entered in the preset memory,Video 1 Record button &and
press the P.Scan button v on theobserve the indicator dot at the far leftThis product is equipped with a memory
remote. The tuner will run through theside of the front panel Informationbackup system that preserves tuner pre-
list of preset stations, stopping for fiveDisplay35. As you press the Recordsets and system configuration informa-
seconds at each one. Press the P.Scanbutton, the Video 1 Record indicatortion if the unit is accidentally unplugged
button again to stop the scan at yourAwill change to show which output isor subject to a power outage. This mem-
desired station.being sent to the Video 1 Out jacks �.ory will last for approximately one week,
The output may be either the currentafter which time all information must be
Tape Recordinglistening source, or one of the other videore-entered.
inputs (TV, DVD, Video 2).
In normal operation, the audio or videoProcessor Reset
source selected for listening through theIMPORTANT NOTE: Please make cer-
AVR55 is sent to the record outputs. tain that you are aware of the copyrightIn the rare case where the unitOs opera-
This means that any program you arerestrictions on any material you copy.tion or the displays seem abnormal, the
watching or listening to may be recordedUnauthorized duplication of copyrightedcause may involve the erratic operation of
simply by placing machines connected materials is prohibited by Federal law.the systemOs memory or microprocessor.
to the outputs for Tape 1or Tape 2
â Yin the record mode.Output Level Trim AdjustmentTo correct this problem, first unplug the
unit from the AC wall outlet and wait at
When a tape recorder with separateNormal output level adjustment for theleast three minutes. After the pause,
record and playback heads is used, youAVR55 is established using the Test Tone,reconnect the AC power cord and check
may monitor the output of the recordingas outlined on page 19. In some cases,the unitOs operation. If the system still
by selecting the Tape 1/Monitorinputhowever, it may be desirable to adjust themalfunctions, a system reset may clear
! d. Note that the TYMONindicatoroutput levels using program materialthe problem.
Kwill illuminate in the front panel dis-such as a test disc, or a selection you are
play to remind you that you are listeningfamiliar with.If the system is still operating incorrectly,
to the record playback instead of thethere may have been an electrostatic
actual input source being recorded.To adjust the output levels using pro-discharge or severe AC line interference
gram material, first set the referencethat has corrupted the memory or
Video Recordingvolume for the front left/right channelsmicroprocessor.
using the Volume Controlun. If
The AVR55 permits you to make a videoyou wish to vary the difference betweenIf a reset does not solve the problem,
recording from one of the input sourcesthe left and right channels, use theconsult an authorized Harman Kardon
while another source is being listened toBalance Controlô.service depot.
through the unitOs main amplifiers.
To change the level for the channels you
wish to adjust use the appropriate front
panel level adjust control for the
Subwoofer, Centeror Surround
channels üý34.
AVR55 120 volt |
ACEC
