Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24 - NTSC - FM, AM, XM - MPN: AVR254 See Product Details
Description
The Harman Kardon AVR 254 is the most affordable Harman Kardon receiver to feature both Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding on the audio side, and Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processing to 1080p on the video side. But there's plenty more to recommend the AVR 254, including three HDMI inputs, connections for external amplifiers, EzSet/EQ technology to fine-tune your system to the acoustics of your room, and an RS-232 port for future firmware upgrades. Perhaps the highest recommendation of all? As do all Harman Kardon A/V receivers, the AVR 254 features a high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth design for maximum fidelity.
Quick Glance
Interfaces: 1 x Headphone - Front, 1 x S/PDIF In - Front, 1 x Toslink S/PDIF In - Front, 1 x S-Video In - Front, 1 x Composite Video In - Front, 1 x Stereo Audio Line In - Front, 2 x Antenna In - Rear, 3 x Composite Video In - Rear, 2 x Composite Video Out - Rear, 3 x S-Video In - Rear, 2 x S-Video Out - Rear, 4 x HDMI - Rear, 1 x Audio In - Rear, 2 x Component Video In - Rear, 1 x Component Video Out - Rear, 5 x Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 2 x Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x Multi-channel In - Rear, 2 x S/PDIF In - Rear, 1 x S/PDIF Out - Rear, 2 x Toslink S/PDIF In - Rear, 1 x Remote In - Rear, 1 x Remote Out - Rear, 1 x Infrared - Rear, 1 x Pre-amplifier Line Out - Rear, 1 x RS-232 - Serial - Rear, 7 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear
Sound Supported: Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24
Supported Channels: 7.1 Channels
THD: 0.07 %
Total Power: 350 W
Summary
Product Title: Harman Kardon AVR 254 A/V Receiver
Manufacturer: Harman Kardon
Power Score: 3.8 | 3 Reviews
Sound Processing
Sound Supported: Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD, Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, DTS 96/24
Supported Audio Channels: 7.1 Channels
Audio DAC: 24 Bit
Amplification
THD at Rated RMS Power (Unbridged): 0.07 %
Total Power: 350 W
General
Number of HDMI Inputs: 3
Connectivity
Interface Connection: 1 x Headphone - Front, 1 x S/PDIF In - Front, 1 x Toslink S/PDIF In - Front, 1 x S-Video In - Front, 1 x Composite Video In - Front, 1 x Stereo Audio Line In - Front, 2 x Antenna In - Rear, 3 x Composite Video In - Rear, 2 x Composite Video Out - Rear, 3 x S-Video In - Rear, 2 x S-Video Out - Rear, 4 x HDMI - Rear, 1 x Audio In - Rear, 2 x Component Video In - Rear, 1 x Component Video Out - Rear, 5 x Stereo Audio Line In - Rear, 2 x Stereo Audio Line Out - Rear, 1 x Multi-channel In - Rear, 2 x S/PDIF In - Rear, 1 x S/PDIF Out - Rear, 2 x Toslink S/PDIF In - Rear, 1 x Remote In - Rear, 1 x Remote Out - Rear, 1 x Infrared - Rear, 1 x Pre-amplifier Line Out - Rear, 1 x RS-232 - Serial - Rear, 7 x Banana Receptacle Speaker Terminal - Rear
Dimensions
Dimensions: 6.50" Height x 17.32" Width x 15" Depth
Weight: 27 lbs
Warranty
Warranty Information: 2 Year Limited Warranty
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: Features: High-current capability, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design with low negative feedback Full-color user interface and setup menu, generated in high-definition video Programmable 7-device main remote control Faroudja DCDi Cinema video processing Surround Off (DSP or Analog Bypass) Lip Sync Delay (up to 180msec) All-discrete amplifier circuitry
Product Series: AVR
RMS Output Power: 50 W
Number of Analog Audio Input: 7
Number of S-Video Input: 4
Number of S-Video Output: 2
Number of Digital Optical Input: 6
Number of Digital Optical Output: 1
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.1%
Multi Channel In: Yes
oldchazman
- Dec 18, 2009
Strengths: Outstanding audio and video output - as one might expect from Harmon Kardon
Weakness: This unit's extreme flexibility both with hookup and with operation can make setup and operation a daunting task. Channel changes take about 10 seconds.
The bottom line is that the audio and video output is outstanding which ultimately makes the initial problem with resolving all the options and learning the operation worth the effort. Since this unit also processes video, the extra time spent going from one channel to the next appears to be a result of sensing incoming resolution and then adjusting the LCD panel accordingly. I do know that...
The Harman/Kardon AVR 254 is a 7.1-Channel A/V Receiver with HDMI 1.3a Repeater, Audio/Video Processing and repeater. It has a Stereo mode power of 65W per channel, and Multichannel power of 50W x 7 Channels. It features Dolby Digital Plus, Pro Logic IIx, and Dolby Virtual Speakers. It also features EzSet Capabilities, a XM Ready Tuner, AM and FM Tuner and also Ipod connectivity for audio...
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Harmon Kardon AVR-254 review
Strengths: Sound is outstanding. Remote is easy to use. Automatically selects the correct sound option.
Weakness: Sound and picture will disappear when switching from an HD channel to non-HD channel and vice versa. Doesn't do it when switching from HD to HD channel or non-HD to non-HD channel. the proprietary def
Sound and picture will disappear when switching from an HD channel to non-HD channel and vice versa. Doesn't do it when switching from HD to HD channel or non-HD to non-HD channel. the proprietary default music mode does not sound great for all music. Difficult to set up. Volume doesn't automatically adjust. It can be set at one level for a particular program, but be different during commericals...
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