Harman Kardon AVR 2600 Owner's Manual

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10REAR - PANEL CONNECTIONSMain Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns thepower supply on or off. It is usually left on, and cannot be turnedon or off using the remote control.6-/8-Channel Inputs: Connect the multichannel analogaudio outputs of a non-HDMI player (DVD-Audio, SACD™, Blu-rayDisc ™ or HD-DVD, or any other external decoder) to these jacks.See page 30 for more information.Coaxial 1/2 and Optical 1/2 Digital AudioInputs: If a source has a compatible digital audio output, andif you are not using an HDMI connection for audio for the device,connect it to one of these jacks to hear digital audio formats, suchas Dolby Digital, DTS and linear PCM. Use only one type of digitalaudio connection for each source.Coaxial Digital Audio Output: If a source is alsoan audio recorder, connect the Coaxial Digital Audio Output to therecorder’s matching input for improved recording quality. Only PCMdigital audio signals are available for recording. Both coaxial andoptical digital audio signals are available at this Digital Audio Output.SIRIUS Tuner Jack: Connect a SIRIUS satellite radio tunermodule here.Zone 2 Infrared (IR) Input: Connect a remote IR receiverlocated in the remote zone of a multizone system to this jack tocontrol the AVR (and any source devices connected to the RemoteIR Output) from the remote zone.Remote Infrared (IR) Input and Output: When theremote IR receiver on the front panel is blocked, connect an optionalIR receiver to the Remote IR Input jack. The Remote IR Output maybe connected to the Remote IR Input of a compatible product toenable remote control through the AVR.HDMI Inputs and Output: HDMI (High-DefinitionMultimedia Interface) is a connection for transmitting digital audioand video signals between devices. Connect up to four HDMI-equipped source devices to the HDMI inputs using a single-cableconnection.When you connect the HDMI Output to your video display, theAVR 2600 will automatically transcode analog video signals to theHDMI format, upscaling to as high as 1080p.NOTE: When connecting a DVI-equipped display to one ofthe HDMI Outputs:• Use an HDMI-to-DVI adapter.• Make sure the display is HDCP-compliant. If it isn’t, do not connectit to an HDMI Output; use an analog video connection instead.• Always make a separate audio connection.Analog 1 – 5 Inputs: Connect the left and right analogaudio outputs of a source device to any of these inputs. Theseinputs may be paired with any video inputs.NOTES:• The Analog 2 and 4 inputs are each associated with a setof outputs. Consider using these connectors for an audio orvideo recorder.• You may optionally connect a source to both an analog anddigital audio input. This is useful for making recordings, formultizone applications or simply as a backup.Analog 2 and 4 Outputs: Connect either of these analogaudio outputs to the analog audio inputs of a recording device.A signal is available at these outputs whenever an analog audiosource is playing.Subwoofer Output: If you have a powered subwooferwith a line-level input, connect it to the Subwoofer Output.The Bridge III Input: Connect a Harman Kardondocking station (not included) to this input for use with most dockingiPod models, 4G and later, iPhone or iPhone 3G (not included). Turnthe receiver off (Standby mode) when connecting The Bridge III.Fan Vents: This area contains vents used by the AVR 2600’sfan to cool the system. Maintain a clearance of at least 3 inchesfrom the nearest surface to avoid overheating the unit. It is normalfor the fan to remain off at most normal volume levels. An automatictemperature sensor turns the fan on only when it is needed.IMPORTANT NOTE: Never block the fan vents, as doingso could allow the AVR to overheat to dangerous levels.Video 1/ 2 / 3 Inputs: Use these jacks to connect your video-capable source components (e.g., VCR, DVD player, cable TV box) tothe receiver. Use only one type of video connection for each source.Video 2 Output: Connect this analog video output to thecomposite video input of a recording device. A signal is availableat this output whenever an analog video source is playing.Video Monitor Output: If any of your sources usecomposite video connections, connect this monitor output to thecorresponding input on your video display. If your video displayis equipped with HDMI or component video inputs, this connectionis unnecessary, as the AVR 2600 will convert the composite videosource signal to the correct format for a single video-cableconnection to the TV.Component Video 1/2 Inputs: If a video source hasanalog component video (Y/Pb/Pr) capability, and if you are notusing an HDMI connection, connect the component video outputsof the source to one of the sets of component video inputs. Do notmake any other video connections to that source.Component Video Monitor Outputs: If you areusing one of the Component Video Inputs and your television orvideo display is component-video-capable (but does not have anHDMI input), connect these jacks to the video display.