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AVR-154 5.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver Kit
  • AVR-154 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver
  •  • HKTS 18 Speaker System
  •  • DVD-48 DVD/CD Player

Mfr # • B&H HAAVR154K
Availability: In Stock
Product Information

Choosing the right home theater system is often challenging and frustrating. Exclusively through B&H, this kit eliminates the confusion associated with making a sound choice.

The Harman Kardon AVR-154 5.1-Channel A/V Receiver offers 3-HDMI (V 1.3a) inputs with switching capabilities, 2-HD component (100MHz) inputs, 3-optical/3-coaxial digital audio inputs, and iPod connectivity it will take your home theater experience to new heights. Advanced Cirrus DSP (192KHz/24-bit) audio processing creates a wider, more enveloping surround sound experience; it's capable of decoding Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro-Logic II, and DTS. Moreover, it features 5 x 30W (5-ch) surround sound, or 2 x 40W (2-ch) stereo sound. With an AM/FM tuner, 5.1-ch discrete audio input, heavy-duty color-coded binding posts, 6-in-1 programmable remote control, durable chassis, and connectivity to a variety of A/V sources

With an exceptional surround sound reproduction at a heart-pounding 800W, the Harman Kardon HKTS 18 5.1-Channel Home Entertainment Speaker System will take your home theater experience to new heights. It features (4) 2-way satellite speakers, that reproduces clear dialog and surround sound special effects; (1) 2-way center speaker, which reproduces dedicated dialog tracks; and a powerful 200W subwoofer. You get everything you need to treat yourself to earth moving surround sound.

The Harman Kardon DVD-48 DVD/CD Player brings your home theater experience to a whole new level with superb HD DVD imagery and exquisite digital audio sound. Your current DVD library will look and sound better than ever before, because the DVD-48 is a backward-compatible multi-format DVD player, capable of upconverting your DVDs to a 720p/1080i and 1080p high-definition experience. And to top it off, it features Dolby Digital and DTS digital audio decoding, which is perfectly suited for the AVR-154 receiver.

Features

• 3x HDMI (V 1.3a) Switching (Pass-Through)

If you're looking to pump high-definition DVD playback into your HD displays or projectors, this receiver will do the job. It has a high-bandwidth processor capable of switching 3x HDMI 1080p (V 1.3a) input signals through 1x HDMI output. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-definition video, plus multi-channel digital audio on a single cable.

• Advanced Cirrus DSP

The Cirrus CS 49510 DSP chip is the backbone to the unit's exceptional multi-channel audio conversion. By executing an accurate sound-field reproduction and reducing analog noise in the signal path, it is capable of reproducing an enveloping audio signal that is unsurpassed.

• Exceptional Digital Surround-Sound

It offers built-in Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, and DTS decoders capable of advanced 24-bit processing. The dynamic range of this system is so well balanced and matched, that the center, front and rear channels blend effortlessly into a surreal home theater experience.

• HD Component and Digital Audio

With specifications that meet the standards of professionals, it features (2) HD (100MHz) component video inputs, and (1) output for high-resolution low-distortion video playback. It achieves greater color accuracy and high resolution playback capability when connected via the component output to your projector, plasma and/or LCD/CRT televisions. In addition, enjoy (3) optical and (3) coaxial digital audio inputs for high quality audio reproduction. Simply put, your entertainment choices are endless with the AVR-154.

• Superior Sound Quality

With a frequency response of 20Hz - 20KHz, dynamic power output of 5 x 30W, signal-to-noise ratio of 100dB, it can reproduce a full musical sound range from deep bass tones to ultra-high trumpet blasts.

• iPod Connectivity

Simply connect your iPod via the rear panel mini-jack input, and your iPod or other portable audio devices effectively becomes another Harman Kardon component flowing through the receiver.

• 5.1-Channel Discrete Input

This receiver features a convenient 5.1-channel discrete audio input for connectivity to additional multi-channel components. Front (Left, Center, Right), Rear (Surround Left & Right) and Subwoofer.

• Built-In AM/FM Tuner

Enjoy your favorite radio broadcasts with surround sound processing, with the built-in AM/FM wide-band tuner.

Specifications
Amplifier
Stereo RMS Power
40W x 2, into 8 ohms
Surround RMS Power
30W x 5, into 8 ohms
No. of Channels
5.1
Audio Processing
Dolby Digital
Yes
Dolby Digital EX
No
Dolby TrueHD
No
Dolby Pro Logic II
Yes
DTS
Yes
DTS ES
No
DTS Neo:6
No
DTS-HD
No
THX Surround EX
No
THX Certified
No
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20KHz
Signal to Noise Ratio
100dB
Convenience
Speaker Selector
Yes
Multi Room/Source
No
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
FM Sensitivity
IHF 1.3µV/13.2dBf
Remote Control
Yes
Connectors
Input
Optical Digital Audio: - x3
Coaxial Digital Audio: - x3 (RCA)
Analog Audio: - x4 Sets (RCA)
Composite A/V: - x4 Sets (RCA)
S-Video: - x4
Component Video: - x2 Sets (RCA)
HDMI (V 1.3a): - x3
Phono: - x1 (RCA)
FM Antenna: - x1
AM Antenna: - x1
5.1-Channel Audio: - x1 Set (RCA)
AUX (for portable audio device): - x1 (3.5mm Mini-Jack)
Output
Coaxial Digital Audio: - x1 (RCA)
Analog Audio: - x2 Sets (RCA)
Composite A/V: - x1 (RCA)
S-Video: - x1
Component Video: - x1 Set (RCA)
HDMI (V 1.3a): - x1
Headphone: - x1 (1/4" Phone)
Subwoofer: - x1 (RCA)
Speakers: - x5 Sets (Binding Post)
Other Ports
None
Video Input Conversion
No
General
Power Requirements
120VAC, 60Hz
Power Consumption
65W Idle
Switched Outlet
No
Dimensions (WxHxD)
17.3 x 6.5 x 15" (440 x 165 x 382mm)
Weight
20.5 lbs (9.2kg)
Color
Black/Silver