sound stage as the action moves from side to side. 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 8 Installation & Setup 7 Large: Set the switch to this position when using traditional full range loudspeakers that are capable of handling sounds below 100 Hz. In this position, the output to the surround output jacks is full range. None: Set the switch to this position when no surround speakers are connected. In this position the full range surround audio that would otherwise be routed to the surround channels will be mixed in with the FRONT LEFT and FRONT RIGHT audio. Small: Set the switch to this position when using smaller bookshelf or "satellite" speakers that have limited low frequency range and are unable to reproduce sounds below 100 Hz. When the switch is in the "Small" position all sounds below 100 Hz will be routed to the Subwoofer output jack. When the Subwoofer Speaker Mode switch ª is in the "ON" position, LFE surround audio will be routed to the subwoofer. When the Subwoofer Speaker Mode Switch ª is in the "OFF" position, LFE surround audio will be routed to the front left/right speakers. 3) Center Speakers Mode This switch determines the frequency range for the center channel speaker. Select Large, None or Small depending on the type of center channel speaker installed. The factory default setting is "Small". Large: Set the switch to this position when using traditional full range loudspeakers that are capable of handling sounds below 100 Hz. None: Set the switch to this position when a center channel speaker is not connected. Full range audio signals that would otherwise be routed to the center channel will be mixed in with the FRONT LEFT and FRONT RIGHT audio. Small: Set the switch to this position when using a smaller bookshelf or "satellite" center speaker that has limited low frequency range and is unable to reproduce sounds below 100 Hz. When the switch is in the "Small" position, LFE Center audio will be routed to the Subwoofer output, provided that the Subwoofer Speaker Mode Switch ª is in the "ON" position. Otherwise it's routed to the front speakers. 4) Subwoofer Mode Set this switch to determine the routing of low frequency sounds for all channels. The factory default setting is "ON", to indicate that a subwoofer is present. On: Select this position if the ADP303 is connected to an amplifier or Receiver equipped with a Subwoofer INPUT terminal, or if it is directly connected to a powered subwoofer. Off: Select this position if a Subwoofer will not be used. In this position the low frequency sounds (below 100 Hz) will be routed to the FRONT LEFT, RIGHT and/or CENTER terminals, depending on the setting of the speaker switches for those channels. 5) System Reset Once you have completed any changes to the Speaker Selection Switches turn the ADP303 off, and then on again to enter the settings into the unit's memory for future use. 1. Using the remote control or front panel controls appropriate to your receiver, processor or pre-amp, make note of the delay time setting you use for normal surround listening. 2. Press the front panel DELAY button until the delay time indicator illuminates to show a setting that is closest to that used with your conventional surround system. SYSTEM CONNECTIONS The ADP303 may be used in one of three operating modes, depending on the other equipment in your system. Before proceeding to the final adjustments, check to make certain that the ADP303 is connected to the components in your system based on one of the three options shown on the following pages. Note that proper system calibration and operation are dependent on making the right connections and use of the controls as outlined on each page. If you will be using the ADP303 in conjunction with an AVR80, AVI250 or other AV receiver equipped with direct inputs for a "6 Channel Direct" connection via RCA jacks, use the system configuration shown on page 8. If you will be using the ADP303 in conjunction with an external preamp or surround sound processor, use the system configuration shown on page 9. If you will be using the ADP303 in conjunction with an AV receiver equipped with "pre-out/main-in" jacks for all five audio channels, use the system configuration shown on page 10. DELAY TIME ADJUSTMENT Delay time adjustment enables you to adjust the timing between signals at the front and rear channels. Since the use of the ADP303 may bypass the delay settings in your receiver or preamp it is important to establish a proper delay setting for use in 6 channel operation. 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 9 Installation & Setup 8 INSTALLATION & CALIBRATION WITH A PRODUCT EQUIPPED FOR 6 CHANNEL DIRECT INPUT LV Player AC-3 RF Output Line Out 1 2 L R PCM Out AC-3 Data DVD 1 3 6 2 4 ADP303 LARGE SMALL LARGE NON SMALL LARGE NON SMALL ON OFF AC OUTLET FRONT SPK. SURR. SPK. CENTER SPK SUB. W SPK MODEL NO.: ADP303 HARMAN KARDON NORTHRIDGE CALIFORNIA, USA MADE IN JAPAN AC-3 RF IN AC-3 DIGITAL IN COAX AC-3 DIGITAL IN OPT L R L R SURROUND SUB CENTER WOOFER IN OUT UNSWITCHED 5 AVR80/AVI250 L MULTI OUT ANTENNA OUT VCR2 AM GND OUT TAPE2 IN OUT VCR1 FM (75) OUT TAPE1 IN LD LD CENTER CD L R AUDIO L R VIDEO S-VIDEO TV TV SUB WOOFER FRONT OUT IN REMOTE CONT. L SPEAKERS R 8OHMS SWITCHED UNSWITCHED IN OUT VCR2 IN R SURR. L MULTI IN TV MONI MAIN IN PRE OUT R FRONT L SUB WOOFER LD DIGITAL IN SURR. 8OHMS OUT VCR2 IN FRONT R 6-CH SURR. DIRECT INPUT CENTER CENTER 8OHMS AC OUTLETS Use this setup for connection to an AVR80, AVI250 or other compatible products equipped with 6 Channel Direct inputs. 1. Connect the AC-3 RF output of a compatible LV player to the ADP303 AC-3 RF In Jack ¡. 2. Connect the optical or coax AC-3 output of a DSS, DVD player or HDTV receiver to the respective input jack TM£ on the ADP303. 3. Connect the Analog Line Outputs of the Laser Disc player to the LD inputs of the receiver. 4. Connect the PCM output of the Laser Disc player (if equipped) to the LD Digital input of the AVR80. 5. Connect the Line Out jacks of the ADP303 to the 6 Channel Direct inputs of the AVR80. 6. Set the Speaker Mode switches §¶·ª to their proper positions based on the type of speakers in use. 7. Using the small Allen Key tool supplied with the ADP303, carefully remove the cover panel for the Level Trim Controls . Set the cover aside so that you may replace it later. 8. Turn on the power to both the ADP303 and the receiver or amplifier. Before proceeding further, make certain that the output levels on the receiver or amplifier have been properly adjusted. 9. Press the 6ch Direct Input button of the AVR80 or AVI250. 10. Set the Main Volume Control î on the ADP303 to the 12 o'clock position. 11. Press the Test button and hold it for a few seconds. This will start the test tone sequence. Note that a test signal noise will be heard from the speakers. Verify that test signal circulates in a clockwise direction, stopping for five seconds at each speaker. If the sound is heard out of order, (i.e., moving from right to left, or appearing out of order), turn the unit off and check the connection from the ADP303 output jacks to the inputs of your AV receiver. 12. Listen to the sound as it moves between the speakers. Ideally, the output from each speaker should be equal. If the output is NOT equal change the level by carefully turning the Output Level Trim Control for the speaker that needs adjustment. 13. When you have completed the adjustments press "Test" button once to stop the Test Tone. 14. Carefully replace the cover for the Level Trim Controls. 15. During normal operation use the AVR80 or AVI250 volume control to adjust the volume level. 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 10 Installation & Setup 9 INSTALLATION & CALIBRATION WITH EXTERNAL SURROUND PROCESSORS LV Player AC-3 RF Output DVD AC-3 Data Surround Sound Processor L FRONT R SURROUND L R SUB CENTER WOOFER OUT 1 ADP303 2 5 LARGE SMALL LARGE NON SMALL LARGE NON SMALL ON OFF 3 AC OUTLET FRONT SPK. SURR. SPK. CENTER SPK SUB. W SPK MODEL NO.: ADP303 HARMAN KARDON NORTHRIDGE CALIFORNIA, USA MADE IN JAPAN AC-3 RF IN AC-3 DIGITAL IN COAX AC-3 DIGITAL IN OPT L R L R SURROUND SUB CENTER WOOFER IN OUT UNSWITCHED 4 Power Amplifier L FRONT R SURROUND L R CENTER IN LINE IN Powered Subwoofer Use this setup for connection to an external surround sound processor or preamplifier. 1. Connect the AC-3 RF output of a compatible LV player to the ADP303 AC-3 RF In Jack ¡. 2. Connect the optical or coax AC-3 output of a DSS, DVD player or HDTV receiver to the respective input jack TM£ on the ADP303. 3. Connect the surround outputs of the external processor to the Line Input Jacks ¢ of the ADP303. 4. Remove the connections from the external processor to the audio power amplifiers and connect the Line Out jacks of the ADP303. 5. Set the Speaker mode switches §¶·ª to their proper positions based on the type of speakers in use. 6. Using the small Allen key tool supplied with the ADP303, carefully remove the cover panel for the Level Trim Controls . Set the cover aside so that you may replace it later. 7. Turn on the power to both the ADP303 and the external processor. 8. Select one of the three digital inputs on the ADP303. . 9. Set the Main Volume Control î on the ADP303 to the 12 o'clock position. 10. Press the Test button and hold it for a few seconds. This will start the test tone sequence. Note that a test signal noise will be heard from the speakers. Verify that test signal circulates in a clockwise direction, stopping for five seconds at each speaker. If the sound is heard out of order, (i.e., moving from right to left, or appearing out of order), turn the unit off and check the connection from the ADP303 output jacks to the inputs of your audio power amplifiers. 11. Listen to the sound as it moves between the speakers. Ideally, the output from each speaker should be equal. If the output is NOT equal change the level by carefully turning the Output Level Trim Control for the speaker that needs adjustment. NOTE: If you have trouble getting sufficient output level from the ADP303 trim controls increase the master volume level using the ADP303 volume control î. If the volume level is too loud reduce the level of the ADP303 master volume î. 12. When you have completed the adjustments press the "Test" button once to stop the Test Tone. 13. Carefully replace the cover for the Level Trim Controls. 14. When listening to a Dolby Digital source use the volume control on the ADP303 î. For all other listening set the ADP303 to BYPASS ç, or turn it off. Use the external processor's volume control for all other (non-Dolby Digital) modes. 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 11 Installation & Setup 10 INSTALLATION & CALIBRATION WITH AV RECEIVERS/ AMPLIFIERS WITH PRE-OUT/MAIN-IN JACKS LV Player AC-3 RF Output Line Audio Out 1 2 L R AC-3 Data DVD 1 3 9 2 ADP303 LARGE SMALL LARGE NON SMALL LARGE NON SMALL ON OFF AC OUTLET FRONT SPK. SURR. SPK. CENTER SPK SUB. W SPK MODEL NO.: ADP303 HARMAN KARDON NORTHRIDGE CALIFORNIA, USA MADE IN JAPAN AC-3 RF IN AC-3 DIGITAL IN COAX AC-3 DIGITAL IN OPT L R L R SURROUND SUB CENTER WOOFER IN OUT UNSWITCHED 5 7 AV Receiver PRE OUT L R LD AUDIO IN 6 8 LINE IN 4 MAIN IN L R FRONT L R SURROUND CENTER SUB WOOFER OUT Powered Subwoofer Although AV receivers that have both preout/main-in jacks for all five surround channels as well as a subwoofer output were not designed for Dolby Digital applications, you may use them with the ADP303 by using the following steps: 1. Connect the AC-3 RF output of a compatible LV player to the ADP303 AC-3 RF In Jack ¡. 2. Connect the optical or coax AC-3 output of a DSS, DVD player or HDTV receiver to the respective input jack TM£ on the ADP303. 3. Connect the Line Audio out from the Laser Disc player to the LD audio input on the receiver. 4. After making certain that the power to your receiver is turned off, remove any jumpers that connect the Pre-out to Main-In jacks on the rear of your AV receiver. 5. Connect the Pre-Out jacks on the receiver to the respective Line Input Jacks ¢ (i.e., left to left, center to center, etc.) of the ADP303. 6. Connect the sub out jack on the receiver to the Subwoofer input jack on the ADP303. 7. Connect the Line Out jacks of the ADP303 to the Main-In jacks on the rear of your receiver. 8. Connect the ADP303 Subwoofer output jack to a powered subwoofer or a subwoofer amplifier. 9. Set the Speaker mode switches §¶·ª to their proper positions based on the type of speakers in use. 10. Using the small Allen wrench tool supplied with the ADP303, carefully remove the cover panel for the Level Trim Controls . Set the cover aside so that you may replace it later. 11. Turn on the power to both the ADP303 and the AV receiver. 12. Select one of the three digital inputs on the ADP303. . 13. Set the Main Volume Control î on the ADP303 to the fully clockwise (lowest volume) position. 14. Press the Test button and hold it for a few seconds. This will start the test tone sequence. Raise the volume on the ADP303 î until you hear the test signal at a level slightly above normal volume. Note that a test signal noise will be heard from the speakers. Verify that the test signal circulates in a clockwise direction, stopping for five seconds at each speaker. If the sound is heard out of order, (i.e., moving from right to left, or appearing out of order), turn the unit off and check the connection from the ADP303 output jacks to the inputs of your audio power amplifiers. 15. Listen to the sound as it moves between the speakers. Ideally, the output from each speaker should be equal. If the output is NOT equal change the level by carefully turning the Output Level Trim Control for the speaker that needs adjustment. NOTE: If you have trouble getting sufficient output level from the ADP303 trim controls increase the master volume level using the ADP303 volume control î. If the volume level is too loud reduce the level of the ADP303 master volume î. 16. When you have completed the adjustments, press the "Test" button once to stop the Test Tone. 17. Carefully replace the cover for the Level Trim Controls. 18. When listening to a Dolby Digital source use the volume control on the ADP303 î. For all other lsitening set the ADP303 to BYPASS ç,or turn it off. Use the A/V Receiver's volume control for all other (non-Dolby Digital) modes. 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 12 Operation and Specifications 11 NORMAL OPERATION 1. Turn the power on. å 2. Select the appropriate input source (i.e., "RF" for a laser disc player, "Coax" or "Optical" for data stream sources such as DSS, DVD or HDTV). 3. Start playback source equipment. 4. Note that the AC-3 indicator will illuminate when the unit is locked to the digital signal and is functioning properly. 5. Depending on the equipment in your specific home theater installation, you will use either the volume control on your AVR80 or "6 Channel Equipped" receiver, or the front panel volume control on the ADP303 î. Choose the option below that describes your system. · When the ADP303 is used with the AVR80 or another product with a 6 Channel Direct mode make the appropriate input selection on the receiver. Make certain that the ADP303 front panel volume control î is set to the 12 o'clock position. Use the volume control or the remote for the AVR80, AVI250 or other device to control system volume levels. · When using the ADP303 with any other product, the volume is controlled by the front panel volume control on the ADP303 î while listening to an AC-3 source 6. To temporarily silence the ADP303's audio output press the MUTE button. Press it again to return to normal volume levels. 7. To take the ADP303 out of the system when it is used with products other than those with a 6 Channel Direct mode, (e.g., where it is installed between the preamp/receiver and power amplifiers and no AC-3 source will be listened) press the BYPASS button. Note that the ADP303 will automatically revert to the BYPASS mode when it is turned off. Use of the Bypass control is not required when the ADP303 is used with products such as the AVR80 or AVI250 that feature a 6 Channel Direct input. SPECIFICATIONS Output Level/Output lmpedance MAIN L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R 1 kHz, 0 dB INPUT SUBWOOFER 50 Hz, 0 dB INPUT Input Impedance (RF, COAXIAL) Frequency Response MAIN L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R (LARGE) 20 Hz­20 kHz Filter Characteristics MAIN L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R (SMALL) H.P.F. SUBWOOFER L.P.F. 0~3.5 V/500 0~9 V/500 75 Total Harmonic Distortion MAIN L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R (1 kHz) SUBWOOFER (50Hz) Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF - A) Channel Separation (1 kHz) Power Consumption AC OUTLET: UNSWITCHED Dimensions (W/H/D) Weight fc=100 Hz, 12 dB/oct. fc=100 Hz, 24 dB/oct. 0.01% or less 0.1% or less 98 dB 80 dB 30 W 200 W max. 444 mm x 85 mm x 278 mm 17-3/8 in x 3-3/8 in x 10-7/8 in 4.2 kg. (9.4 lbs.) 0± dB 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 13 Troubleshooting Guide 12 If your trouble cannot be resolved with the actions listed in the following table, immediately unplug the power cable and contact your dealer or authorized Harman Kardon Service Depot. SYMTOM The unit fails to turn on when the POWER switch is pressed. No sound. CAUSE · Power cord is not plugged in or is not completely inserted. · Incorrect input or output cord connections. · Improper input mode selection. · Improper input mode selection on the amplifier. SOLUTION · Firmly plug in the power cord. · Connect the cords properly. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. · Select the proper input mode (RF, OPT or COAX). · Select the"6 channel Direct" mode on the AVR80 or receiver. · Firmly connect the audio plugs. If the problem persists, the cords may be defective. Sound "hums." · Incorrect cord connections. Sound output level to either one or both of the rear surround speakers is lower than other speakers. No sound from the center speaker. Whole sound level is low, even though the volume is increased on the amplifier. Noise from nearby TV or tuner. · Sound output level to either one or · Increase the level. both of the rear surround speakers is decreased. · The setting of CENTER speaker is at the none position. · Volume level adjustment on this unit is low. · Select the SMALL or LARGE position. · Increase the level. · This unit is too close to the affected · Move this unit further away from the affected equipment. equipment. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Dolby, Dolby Digital, ProLogic and AC-3 are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corp. 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 14 13 Declaration of Conformity We, Harman Kardon Europe A/S Kongevejen 194B DK-3460 Birkerød DENMARK declare in own responsibility, that the product described in this owner's manual is in compliance with technical standards: EN 55 013/6.1990 EN 55 020/6.1988 EN 55 022/6.1993 EN 60 065/1994 EN 60 555-2-3/1987/88 Steen Michaelsen Harman Kardon Europe A/S Birkerød, DENMARK, 3/96 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:34 Side 15 0 5 10 15 POWER Delay Time Bypass RF Optical Coaxial Test Mute Printed in Japan Part #1111-ADP303E 267 J851310 24093_ADP 303 Eng. 27/02/1998 10:3 ...

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