Harman-Kardon AVR 160 - Manual (Page 16)

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CONNECTIONS
Digital audio
The AVR 160 is equipped with three HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia
Interface) inputs, and one output. HDMI technology enables digital audio and
video information to be carried using a single cable, delivering the highest
quality picture and sound.
The AVR 160 uses HDMI (V.1.3a with Deep Color) technology and is capable
of processing both the audio and video components of the HDMI data,
minimizing the number of cable connections in your system. The AVR 160
implements Deep Color, which increases by an order of magnitude the shades
of color that can be displayed, and the latest lossless multichannel audio
formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
NOTE: Some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players only
output multichannel audio through their multichannel analog outputs.
Make a separate analog audio connection in addition to the HDMI
connection, which is still used for video and to listen to Dolby Digital, DTS
or PCM materials that may be stored on the disc.
The AVR 160 converts component video signals to the HDMI format, including
its on-screen menus, but outputs them at their native resolution.
The HDMI connector is shaped for easy plug-in (see Figure 4). If your video
display has a DVI input and is HDCP-compliant, use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter
(not included). A separate audio connection is required. HDMI cable runs are
limited to about 3 meter.
Figure 4 – HDMI Connection
If your video display or source device is not HDMI-capable, use one of the
analog video connections (composite or component video) and a separate
audio connection.
Coaxial digital audio jacks are usually color-coded in orange. Although they
look similar to analog jacks, you should not connect coaxial digital audio
outputs to analog inputs or vice versa. See Figure 5.
Coaxial
Coaxial digital
audio cable
Figure 5 – Coaxial Digital Audio
Optical digital audio connectors are normally covered by a shutter to protect
them from dust. The shutter opens as the cable is inserted. Input connectors
are color-coded using a black shutter, while outputs use a gray shutter. See
Figure 6.
Optical
Optical digital
audio cable
Figure 6 – Optical Digital Audio
analog audio
Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white) and
one for the right channel (red). These two cables are often attached to each
other. See Figure 7.
For sources that are capable of both digital and analog audio, you may make
both connections.
You may only record materials from DVDs or other copy-protected sources
using analog connections. Remember to comply with all copyright laws, if
you choose to make a copy for your own personal use.
Analog audio
cable (RCA)
L
R
Figure 7 – Analog Audio
The 6-/8-Channel Inputs are multichannel analog connections that are used
with high-definition sources that decode the copy-protected digital content,
such as some DVD-Audio, SACD, Blu-ray Disc and HD-DVD players. See Figure
8. The multichannel analog audio connection is not required for players
compliant with HDMI version 1.1 or better, or that output linear PCM signals
via an HDMI connection. Consult the owner’s guide for your disc player for
more information, and see page 25.
Multichannel
analog audio
cable (RCA)
Front Surround Center
White Blue Green
Red Gray Purple
Subwoofer
Figure 8 – Multichannel Analog Audio
The AVR 160 has an Auxiliary Audio Input on the rear panel in the form of a
stereo 1/8" (3,5 mm) mini jack. Connect the headphone output of any audio
source, such as an MP3 player or portable CD player, to the Auxiliary Audio
Input. See Figure 9.
Figure 9 – Auxiliary Audio Input