Harman Kardon AVR8000 Audio/Video Receiver
Harman Kardon AVR8000 Audio/Video Receiver
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Home-theater, supercharged. The Harman Kardon AVR 8000 employs dual Crystal DSP processors to bring a new level of realism to movie soundtracks with THX Ultra, Surround EX, Logic 7/7.1, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding, to name just a few. And with a 110-watt x 5, high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design and 7.1-channel processing capability, the AVR 8000 handles even the most demanding source material without breaking a sweat. Equipped for MP3 playback from your computer, HDCD decoding, EzSet automatic speaker calibration, and simultaneous multi-room/multi-source audio and video.
See and hear it all, the way it was meant to be seen and heard! The AVR 8000 turns any input source, from the latest Dolby Digital Surround EX soundtrack to a vintage two-channel recording, into a stunning entertainment experience. Dual 24-bit, twin-core, Cirrus processors are combined with 192 kHz/24-bit audiophile-grade digital-to-analog converters to extract a clarity that less advanced circuitry can't handle, while a high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier delivers the power. Sophisticated installations will benefit from three wide-bandwidth component video inputs, our exclusive front-panel digital inputs and outputs, and a multi-zone system complete with video and audio outputs, while everyone will enjoy the precision sound imaging made possible by the combination of THX Ultra processing and DTS or Logic 7 decoding.
Features:
Surround Mode Indicators: The AVR 8000 features a wide range of digital and analog surround-processing modes. Experiment with the various modes, and select your favorites for watching movies, listening to music, or watching television.
Front-Panel Display: Every step of the AVR 8000's setup and operation is clearly indicated in its comprehensive, two-line information display.
Source Input Indicators: The AVR 8000 delivers excellent connectivity, with the capability to handle all of your source components, including five video devices, a DVD player, a CD player, and an audio recorder. In addition, the 6-channel/8-channel direct inputs can accommodate other components with onboard surround decoding, such as DVD-Audio players or other future devices.
Volume Control: The volume may also be changed using the remote, with the relative volume displayed on the front panel and on-screen in numbered steps.
Power Buttons: Separate main power and system power switches allow quick turn-on using the remote control or front panel, as well as the ability to cut off all power when desired.
Headphone Jack: Allows private listening sessions.
Tone Controls: The tone mode control is used to access the bass and treble controls, which can be electronically adjusted using the left/right selectors.
Surround Mode Controls: The AVR 8000 offers a wide choice of digital, matrix-encoded analog, and DSP modes for processing surround sound. We have separated the controls by mode type for faster and easier access to your favorite presentations. The main surround mode button scrolls through the menu of DSP modes (Hall 1, Hall 2, Theater, VMA Near, VMAx Far) shown in the front-panel display.
Tuner Controls: These buttons control the operation of the tuner, including recall of up to 30 preset stations. The FM Mode button can also select a mono signal for playback of weaker stations.
Source Control: The source button scrolls through the menu of choices of input sources shown in the front-panel display.
Home THX Mode Selector: Press this button to engage and cycle through available THX modes, which enhance playback while other surround modes are in use. The THX modes available will vary depending on the format of the input signal.
Dolby Surround Mode Selector: Press the Dolby selector to cycle through the digital and analog Dolby surround processing modes.
DTS Surround Mode Selector: The DTS Surround selector lets you choose among DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete or Matrix modes, or DTS 5.1 processing.
DTS Neo:6 Mode Selector: The DTS Neo:6 selector offers the analog DTS Neo:6 modes (Music, Movies, or Emulation).
Front-Panel Connectors: In addition to the usual left and right audio and video inputs, the AVR 8000 also includes an S-Video input, coax, and optical digital inputs and outputs for convenient connection of gaming consoles or portable recorders, and the unique capability of switching the analog A/V input to an output for recording.
More Features:
110 W x 5 into 8 Ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz at <0.07% THD, with all channels driven simultaneously
High-current (±85 Amps), ultrawide-bandwidth (10 Hz - 100 kHz) amplifier design effortlessly powers the most dynamic digital sources
Dual, matched pairs of discrete output devices for each channel
Massive Torroidal power transformer
Dual-amplifier power supplies, one for drivers and one for outputs
High-grade, gold-plated, binding-post speaker terminals
IEC detachable power cord
Backlit remote provides manual and automatic calibration of audio output levels, and is programmable to control up to eight devices from built-in codes or using learning capability
THX ultra-certified
Surround EX, Dolby Digital, and DTS-ES 6.1 discrete and matrix surround and DTS Neo:6 decoding using dual, 24-Bit, twin-core crystal DSP engines
High-resolution, ultralow-noise, 192 kHz/24-Bit DACs
Wide-bandwidth, HDTV-ready component video switching
Dolby Pro Logic II (movies, music, and emulation modes) surround sound is compatible with surround-encoded or stereo material but delivers detail that approaches Digital 5.1 formats
Harman-exclusive Logic 7 cinema and music surround sound processing in 5.1 and 7.1 channels for superior soundstage imaging and playback of both surround sound and stereo recordings
VMAx virtual surround sound provides home theater experience using only two loudspeakers
HDCD decoding for more realistic reproduction of HDCD compact discs and enhanced playback of Non-HDCD discs
5- and 7-channel stereo, hall and theater DSP surround sound modes
MP3 decoding through coaxial or optical digital (S/P-DIF) inputs enables playback of hours of music from a compatible computer
8-channel direct inputs for use with external surround decoders
Channels driven; high instantaneous current capability (HCC): ±85 amps
7.1 preamp outputs and main amp inputs for use with external equalizers or power amplifiers, such as the Harman Kardon PA 2000 and PA 4000
FM stereo/FM/AM tuner with 30 presets and direct-access tuning
Five A/V inputs with S-video and four audio inputs
Front-panel audio/video input with S-video is switchable to an output for use with video games or portable recorders
Eight digital inputs (three optical and three coaxial on rear panel; one optical and one coaxial on front panel)
Four digital outputs (one coax and one optical rear panel; one coax and one optical front panel)
On-screen menu system
Fully color-coded rear-panel connections conform to CEA standards for simplified installation
Programmable power-up volume level
Multi-room/multi-source system for audio and video allows users in separate rooms to listen to different digital or analog sources simultaneously
Includes separate remote control for multi-room operation, or simplified operation in main room
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Harman Kardon AVR8000 Audio/Video Receiver
Manufacturer: Harman Kardon ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics  Stereo Receivers
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Product Description
The AVR 8000, a 7.1-channel, THX Ultra receiver, offers a wide range of surround modes, including Surround EX, Logic 7 (5.1 and 7.1), DTS-ES 6.1 Discrete and Matrix, DTS Neo: 6, Dolby Pro Logic II, and 7-Channel Stereo. The premium chassis features a massive toroidal power transformer; separate power supplies for the outputs and drivers; high-grade, gold-plated, color-coded rear-panel connections; and a detachable IEC power cord. The AVR 8000 has many connection options, such as 8 digital inputs and 4 outputs; wideband, HDTV-ready component video switching; 8-channel direct inputs; 7.1-channel preamp outputs; and multiroom/multisource audio and video connections, including a Zone II remote.Customer Reviews:
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