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Harman Kardon AVR 1565 Audio/Video Receiver

BH #HAAVR1565 • MFR #AVR 1565
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Harman Kardon AVR 1565 Audio/Video Receiver
Key Features
  • 5.1 Channel Receiver (70 W x 5)
  • 3 HDMI 1.4a Inputs With 3D
  • Analog to HDMI Upconversion
  • Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
For the film lover or audiophile on a budget who doesn't want to compromise on quality, there's the Harman Kardon AVR 1565 Audio/Video Receiver. You'll be able to experience Hollywood thrills in your own living room when you pair it with an HDTV or home theater projector and a few Blu-ray discs or DVDs. In addition to movies, it can also help to immerse you in your video gaming adventures or hear your favorite music with extreme clarity. You'll be able to immerse yourself in 5.1-channel surround sound (70 watts per channel) for your favorite entertainment to really round out the full experience. And by adding a powered subwoofer, you can experience additional thumping bass.
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Harman Kardon AVR-1565 Overview

For the film lover or audiophile on a budget who doesn't want to compromise on quality, there's the Harman Kardon AVR 1565 Audio/Video Receiver. You'll be able to experience Hollywood thrills in your own living room when you pair it with an HDTV or home theater projector and a few Blu-ray discs or DVDs. In addition to movies, it can also help to immerse you in your video gaming adventures or hear your favorite music with extreme clarity. You'll be able to immerse yourself in 5.1-channel surround sound (70 watts per channel) for your favorite entertainment to really round out the full experience. And by adding a powered subwoofer, you can experience additional thumping bass.

In both audio and video capability, this receiver truly excels. It features HDMI version 1.4a with support for 3D and Deep Color, and can upconvert analog video signals to HDMI for pristine, clear visual displays no matter what source you're watching. It has an abundance of connections including three HDMI inputs, one component video and three composite video inputs, as well as three digital audio inputs and six analog audio inputs. Whether you have all-HD or mostly legacy equipment, you'll be able to hook them up to the AVR 1565 with ease.

This receiver also offers built-in decoding for a multitude of audio formats including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, and even supports Harman Kardon's own Logic 7 processing, which allows you to hear 5.1-channel sound from stereo sources, like a CD player or iPod. You can also enjoy private listening using the headphone jack and a pair of headphones. Given its advanced technologies and high-definition audio support, this receiver makes an ideal match for the Blu-ray format.

Since convenience is important in any system, this receiver has several thoughtful features that make it easy to use. First, the binding post speaker terminals are color coded so you can easily connect your speakers, and they are compatible with a wide range of connectors. The remote is programmable to work with other devices, and a multilingual on-screen display makes the system easy to set up and navigate. When it comes time for firmware upgrades, these can be done via USB. Whether you want to experience the latest Blockbuster or listen to an expressive musical passage, this receiver delivers exceptional audio and video processing combined with ease of use at a competitive price point.

5.1 Channels of Surround Sound
Immerse yourself in multi-channel surround sound for your music, movies and video games. This receiver supports up to 5 channels with 70 watts of power for each, and has a subwoofer preout for additional heart-pumping bass. This receiver also features high-current capability (HCC) and an ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design for accurate, dynamic sound so you can recreate theater-like sound effects in your setup.
The Next Dimension of Home Theater Entertainment
Experience the cinema in your own living room when you combine the AVR 1565 with a 3D TV and 3D Blu-ray discs or cable/satellite sources in 3D. You'll be able to see your favorite films, TV shows, and sporting events with the depth and realism of three-dimensional video.
Dolby TrueHD and DTS-Master Audio Decoding
Since you need high resolution audio to match the exceptional sights of the Blu-ray disc format, the AVR 1565 supports decoding of multiple Dolby and DTS audio formats including lossless Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. These two formats allow you to hear soundtracks the way the director intended and let you immerse yourself in a 360-degree soundstage.
Logic 7 Processing
Harman Kardon's proprietary Logic 7 processing transforms conventional stereo sources like CDs or iPods into 5.1 channel surround sound using their own algorithms. This allows for optimal audio quality to engulf you in a realistic sound field. Whether you're listening to HDMI, analog, component or S-video sources or even computer-based audio from a USB connection, Logic 7 technology works to ensure you'll get a superior entertainment experience.
FM/AM Tuner With 30 Presets
In addition to movies, you can listen to music as well. This receiver comes with 30 FM/AM presets stored so you can enjoy all of your favorite music -- without having to spend time programming it yourself.
Extensive Video Connectivity
On the rear panel of the AVR 1565, you'll find 3 HDMI inputs so you can connect an array of devices like a Blu-ray player, set-top box, video gaming console and more. These connections carry HDMI version 1.4a as well as Deep Color for truly exceptional audio reproduction and video displays. If you have gear that's not HDMI-enabled, this receiver also offers one component and three composite video inputs.
Analog to HDMI Upconversion
You can still experience incredible clarity from your analog sources like DVDs -- this receiver is capable of analog to HDMI video upconversion to ensure optimal picture quality.
Digital Audio Inputs
This receiver has three digital audio inputs and six analog outputs, so you can connect to digital and analog recorders to widen your options.
Connect Audio Devices
Using the unit's stereo minijack, you can connect an alternate audio source like an iPod, laptop computer, tape deck, record player, or anything else with a 3.5 mm connector.
Subwoofer Preout
You can connect a powered subwoofer to the subwoofer preout to generate some serious bass while benefitting from triple-crossover bass management.
Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
By integrating color-coded binding post speaker connectors into the design, the AVR 1565 simplifies installation to just a few quick plug-ins. These terminals will accept banana connectors, spade connectors, pin connectors and bare wire for ultimate flexibility when it comes to setting up your system.
Headphone Jack for Private Listening
For an intimate, private listening experience the AVR 1565 has a headphone jack which features HARMAN headphone surround mode. This creates a realistic 5.1-channel surround sound experience from a single set of stereo headphones. This way you don't have to sacrifice any sound quality but you can still listen without disturbing others.
On-Screen Display
The highly intuitive on-screen display (OSD) offers great visibility, making this receiver easy to set up and use, even for home theater beginners. Offering simplicity, connectivity and superb quality, the on-screen display makes communicating with your AVR 1565 an uncomplicated experience.
Energy Saving
The dot-matrix display allows you to listen to music and adjust the unit without even turning on your TV to save you energy. Additionally, the AVR 1565 has a screen saver function that prevents image burn-in if you have a CRT or plasma display, which is key to preserving high-end equipment for long-term use.
Programmable Remote Control
The multi-device, programmable IR remote control is capable of directing your TV, cable boxes, satellite tuners and home theater. It also has an ergonomic design and is backlit for convenience. It works seamlessly with the AVR 1565's multilingual on-screen display to guide you through system setup. That way you'll spend less time setting up and more time enjoying your home theater system.
Upgradeable Firmware via USB
Keep this receiver up to date by setting it to receive the latest software upgrades automatically when they become available via the on-screen display. Update the receiver to simplify and improve its operation and ensure it's running up to its full potential.
Set Up Your System With Ease
To help simplify installation even more, the AVR 1565 comes with a detachable IEC power cord -- a high performance hookup for high powered A/V receiver component. You'll be able to find the best possible space configuration for the receiver inside your living room or home theater, and gain great flexibility along the way. You can also run the power cord to the installation site before installing the receiver.

Harman Kardon AVR-1565 Specs

Amplifier
Stereo FTC Power
70 watts per channel (2 channels driven @ 8 ohms, 1 kHz, <0.9% THD)
Surround FTC Power
70 watts per channel (2 channels driven @ 8 ohms, 1 kHz, <0.9% THD)
Frequency Response
10 Hz - 130 kHz (+0 dB / -3 dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio
100 dB
No. of Channels
5.1
Audio Processing
Dolby Digital
Yes
Dolby Digital Plus
Yes
Dolby Pro Logic II
Yes
Dolby TrueHD
Yes
DTS
Yes
DTS-HD
Yes
DTS-HD Master Audio
Yes
THX Surround EX
No
THX Certified
No
Convenience
Speaker Selector
Yes
Multi Room/Source
No
AM/FM Tuner
Yes
Presets
30
Tuning Frequency Range
FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
AM: 520 - 1720 kHz
Usable Sensitivity
FM: 1.3 μV / 13.2 dBf
AM: 500 μV
Remote Control
IR wireless
Connectors
Inputs
HDMI 1.4a x 3
Component video (Y, Pb, Pr) x 1
Composite video x 3
Analog audio (L/R) (1 pair front panel) x 6
Digital optical audio x 2
Digital coaxial x 1
Auxiliary 1/8" (3.5 mm) input jack x 1
Headphone jack (front panel) x 1
Outputs
HDMI 1.4a x 1
Component video (Y, Pb, Pr) x 1
Composite video x 1
Analog audio (L/R) x 2
Binding post speaker terminals (pos/neg pair) x 5
Subwoofer preout x 1
Other Ports
USB port (front panel) x 1
12 V trigger connector x 1
FM coaxial (75 ohms) x 1
AM antenna connector x 1
Video Input Conversion
Yes, analog to HDMI
General
Power Requirements
120 VAC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
280 W maximum
<0.5 W standby
Dimensions
(17.3 x 6.5 x 17.1" 440 x 165 x 435 mm)
Weight
20 lb (9.1 kg)

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