Official Harman Kardon AVR 1600/2600/3600 owner's thread - Page 73

Originally Posted by M Code

A qwik test is to disconnect ALL loudspeakers from the AVR..
Next power UP the AVR..
Does PROTECT still show in the display window?
a. If YES then something inside the AVR is blown
b. If NO then the problem is in the loudspeaker wiring

Just my $0.02...

Originally Posted by stangjason

Ok I've gotten another 3600-z but I haven't opened it yet. Since my wife liked our old H/K avr 635 and I loved the power also I'm now considering not unboxing the 3600 and sending it back and ordering 7550. Note I do have a B&K Sonata Video 5 but if I get the 7550 I will sale it to help fund the 7550.

What do you guys think about this plan? Is the 7550 that much better than the 3600?

Thanks,
Jason

Originally Posted by panupalm

I have the big problem with my H/K now. I live in Thailand and I use AVR-360 (AKA AVR-2600).
Today I try to see movie as usual. But the output resolution is 576p only I try to change it in Setup source menu for "Resolution to display" menu but I cannot change it other resolution choice are dark color and cannot move the cursor just stay at 576p.
Have you guys ever found this problem and how to solve it ?

Ps. I connect TV and AVR with HDMI and I already try to direct connect my Popcorn hour to TV and It can display 1080p as normally that make me prove that TV and movie source are still in good function.

Originally Posted by godzulu

Need your help please-have not posted in well over a year. I have a 3600 and when I come home in the evening and turn entire system on: incl. Directv, samsung led tv, it now takes forever for system to be watchable. I mean - every component starts or comes on - its is just that several minutes go by before any picture or sound is playing thru system. Once it finally gets going, every component behaves flawlessly. Any ideas? Could the AVR being going bad? Suggestions welcom....Thanks

Originally Posted by burts

Im in the market for a new receiver, i currently own a older harman kardon and was looking at the new 2650 model. Is it a wise choice or should i look at another brand model in the same price category?


Was thinking of getting the oppo blu ray player from my ps3, dont know if its worth upgrading my receiver to a true hd one.....

Originally Posted by burts

Im in the market for a new receiver, i currently own a older harman kardon and was looking at the new 2650 model. Is it a wise choice or should i look at another brand model in the same price category?


Was thinking of getting the oppo blu ray player from my ps3, dont know if its worth upgrading my receiver to a true hd one.....

Originally Posted by 5seonds


Look for a 2600. It's the last generation model, but you get clear-out pricing right now. The new ones do not offer much more than the X600 range, and you still get HD audio and Dolby Volume.

Originally Posted by burts

So the 2600 is the clear recommendation for a 7.1 channel receiver, I currently own the avr 430. Is it a big step up from that, id like to be set for at least the next 5 years. Ill likely be pairing it with a oppo bdp 93.

Oh ill never buy a refurbished harman kardon again, i bought one and it went to the repair shop from maui to las vegas 4 times back and forth for repair, repeatedly. Finally harman kardon gave me a new avr 430 which was a better model then the refurbished that i bought.

One thing though is the volume knob on my avr is bonkers turn it low it goes high, thing is i never used the knob at all, i use the remote....

I dont mind stepping away from hk if qnother brand is better for me, pioneer 1121? Im mostly into home theatre...

Originally Posted by Kini62

I don't think the 2600/3600 are 3d compatible. There might be a firmware update though. Might want to check that if 3d is something you'll be wanting.

My only issues with Pioneer and Yamaha are their use of a global crossover. OK if you run fairly robust center and surrounds, not so good if you don't.

Originally Posted by youthman

Hi, two days ago, I sold my 2 year old Yamaha RX-V1800. It was fantastic for HT but only "ok" for 2ch listening. My only prior experience with HK was an AVR55 which sounded beautiful in 2ch on a pair of Klipsch CF-2's.

I'm wanting something that sounds as good or better than the Yamaha for HT but also for 2ch. My search has led me to the AVR 3600 or the Emotiva UMC-1 (very hesitant due to "issues" and no 30 day in home trial since it's on clearance).

I will be hooking the AVR or Pre/Pro to my Parasound HCA2205a (220w x 5) amp, Klipsch RF-83's, RC-64 and RS-52's and a Velodyne HGS15 sub.

My video sources:
"Fat" PS3 hooked up via HDMI
Rabbit Ears with Digital to Analog Converter hooked up via Composite RCA (No cable or TV's in our home since we watch maybe 3hrs of TV a year)
Wii hooked up via Component Video & Composite Audio
HDMI Out from receiver to Panasonic AE3000u Projector

My questions:
1. Anyone have experience with HK and Parasound Amps? Will they sound good together?
2. Do you forsee any problems with my setup and the 3600?
3. Lastly, why didn't HK add 12v Trigger to the 3600? I really liked controlling my Amp with my Harmony One remote. Any workarounds?

Thanks in advance,

Michael

Originally Posted by andersjr82

Just got this message from HK Customer Service:

"Harman Kardon does not sell product through distributors. This means that we only sell direct to dealers. If they are not on our dealer list this means they are not authorized to sell our products. So if they are selling you an HK product, we can't guarantee that it is an authentic HK product because we don't know where it came from being that it clearly didn't come from us. I would recommend that you purchase only from an HK dealer."

So, where does Newegg get their HK products??

Originally Posted by youthman

Thx for the advice Curt. I'll have to check Radio Shack. I've heard of guys using Wall Warts which might be what you are referring to. Since the Parasound has screw type connections, did you have to cut the end off the 12v trigger or does it come without a tip?