Harman Kardon AVR 7550HD Owner's Manual

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29INITIAL SETUPIn this section, you will configure the AVR 7550HD to match youractual system. A video display must be connected to one of thevideo monitor outputs on the receiver.USING THE ON-SCREEN MENU SYSTEMAlthough it’s possible to configure the AVR using only the remoteand the front-panel messages, it is easier to use the full-screenmenu system.The menu system is accessed by pressing the AVR Settings Buttonon the remote or front panel.The Main Menu will appear (see Figure 20), and if a video sourceis playing, it will be visible behind the transparent menu.Figure 20 – Main MenuNOTE: When using the AVR’s on-screen menu system, avideo output resolution of 720p or higher is recommendedfor best legibility, and to provide graphics that simplify someconfiguration options. Depending on the resolution selected,the menus shown by your system may vary in appearance.The main menu system consists of five submenus: SourceSelection, Setup Source, Speaker Setup, Zone 2 and System.Use the 1/57/3 Buttons on the remote or front panel to navigatethe menu system, and press the OK Button to select a menu orsetting line, or to enter a new setting.The current menu, setting line or setting will appear in the MessageDisplay, as well as on screen.To return to the previous menu or exit the menu system, press theBack/Exit Button. Be certain all settings are correct, as any changesyou have made will be retained.Most users should follow the instructions in this Initial Setup sectionto configure a basic home theater system. You may return to thesemenus at any time to make additional adjustments, such as thosedescribed in the Advanced Functions section.Before beginning initial setup, all loudspeakers, a video display andall source devices should be connected. You should be able to turnon the receiver and view the main menu when you press the AVRSettings Button. If necessary, reread the Installation Section and thebeginning of this section before continuing.Configure the AVR 7550HD, UsingEzSet/EQ II TechnologyOne of the most important steps in setting up a home theatersystem is to calibrate the receiver to match the loudspeakers,optimizing sound reproduction.Until recently, most receivers required manual calibration andconfiguration, a tedious process that called for a good ear or thepurchase of an SPL (sound-pressure level) meter. Although you mayconfigure the AVR 7550HD manually, as described in the AdvancedFunctions section, it is recommended that you take advantage ofthe signature Harman Kardon EzSet/EQ II system.Eliminate extraneous background noise, such as noisy air conditioning.Avoid making any loud noises while running EzSet/EQ II setup.IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTE: During the EzSet/EQ IIprocedure, a series of very loud test sweeps will be playedthrough all of the speakers. Avoid sitting or standing close toany one speaker during the procedure. If you are particularlysensitive to loud noises, you may wish to leave the room andhave someone else run the EzSet/EQ II process.STEP ONE – Place the included EzSet/EQ II microphonein the listening position or in the center of the room, at aboutthe same height as the listeners’ ears. The microphone featuresa threaded insert on the bottom, for mounting on the includedextension rod or a camera tripod.STEP TWO – Plug the EzSet/EQ II microphone into theEzSet/EQ II Microphone Input Jack on the front of the receiver,and set the level control on the subwoofer to the halfway point.STEP THREE – Turn on the AVR 7550HD and the videodisplay. Press the AVR Settings Button to display the Main Menu.Use the 5Button to highlight the Speaker Setup line, then pressthe OK Button. See Figure 21.Figure 21 – Speaker Setup Menu ScreenSelect “Automatic Setup-EzSet/EQ II”.To return to the Speaker Setup menu without starting the EzSet/EQ IIprocess, select Back. When you are ready to begin, select Continue.To manually program the speaker crossover settings before theEzSet/EQ II test is run, select Manually Set Crossovers. It is recom-mended that you allow the EzSet/EQ II process to detect the crossoversand only adjust them manually if you have previously run the EzSet/EQ IItest and you wish to change the settings to obtain different results.NOTE: The AVR 7550HD will automatically set its mastervolume to – 25dB.STEP FOUR – After you select “Continue”, the test willbegin. Maintain silence during the EzSet/EQ II configuration.