Harman/Kardon, a famous American company known for its Hi-End audio and video components, offers the latest line of high quality multi-channel AV receivers – AVR 165, AVR 265 and AVR 365.
The new range is packed with features and technology. All receivers are equipped with HDMI v.1.4a with the most popular and advanced 3D viewing technology and audio return channel, which allows you to transmit audio decoded by the TV tuner to the AV receiver with subsequent playback through an external speaker system. All receivers have multi-channel amplifiers with impressive performance.
Output power of multi-channel amplifier depending on the model varies from 95 watts per channel AVR 165 and AVR 265 to 110 watts per channel AVR 365 with 8 ohms load and output current up to +/- 50 A. Harmonic distortion is less than 0.07% 8 ohms load , the S/N ratio is 100dB, and the frequency range extends from 20Hz to 130kHz -6dB frequency response slope .
Receivers are equipped with four AVR 165 , five AVR 265 and six AVR 365 input and one output HDMI interfaces for connecting external audio and video signal sources. Top model AVR 365 has one HDMI input jack for convenient front panel display.
Revamped line of receivers supports modern standards of image and sound systems: they are compatible with high-definition video signals and can decode high-resolution sound, the latest versions of formats Dolby and DTS. Harman/Kardon Logic 7 Series proprietary digital sound processing system provides a realistic 360 degree sound stage around the viewer when watching a movie or playing a game. AVR 365 offers high-quality graphic OSD menu system and many other improvements, the main ones we’ll try to tell you about.
All AVRs of this line have high outputs due to the advanced onboard electronics. Receivers are equipped with Cirrus Logic CS digital signal processors and legendary Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processors. The AVR 265 and AVR 365 are capable of multi-channel audio playback in 24-bit 7 format.1 and are equipped with matching connectors.
The AVR 265 and AVR 365 digital signal processors are capable of converting the input video stream to Full HD resolution for compatibility with leading-edge televisions and projectors. Regardless of the model the future receiver owner will have no problem with setup, because all models of the new lineup are equipped with a modern color screen graphic high-resolution interface with tips.
LAN-connected AVR 265 and AVR 365 models can also play multimedia files from external sources, and they can receive and play internet radio stations’ audio streams. USB-connectors are an additional advantage of new models.
All AV-receivers without exception are equipped with a high-precision Ezset/EQ sound adaptation system to the characteristics of the room, which even without special equipment can be achieved excellent sound in almost any room. Thanks to the multi-zone audio control function, the AVR 365 receiver can produce sound in two rooms simultaneously.
All new AV receivers are compatible with the popular iPod multimedia player and iPhone telephone via The Bridge IIIP.
Time goes on and newer and better generations of Harman/Kardon audio and video components succeed each other. However, there is something that seems to be timeless, namely the unique recognizable style of Harman/Kardon equipment, which has become a hallmark of this American company’s elite audio and video components.
The same elegantly rounded corners, the same softly lit front panel and the same quiet, classic black top and grey bottom as before, allow Harman/Kardon to fit into any interior.
What key features distinguish Harman/Kardon AVR 165, AVR 265 and AVR 365 receivers from others in the market? Can you elaborate on their performance, connectivity options, and overall user experience?