Harman Kardon AVR 435 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver

by Harman Kardon

Product Details

Product Manual [1.93mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 17 x 17 x 7 inches ; 45 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 47 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00065HLY2
• Item model number: AVR 435
• Batteries: 4 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #128,476 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description Greatness doesn't have to cost a mint. Harman Kardon's AVR 435 7.1-channel audio/video surround receiver boasts the company's latest features and technologies while offering near-universal surround-format compatibility. Internally, the receiver is engineered for amazing sonic performance, featuring a discrete-output amplifier pumping seven channels of high-current (+/-40 amps), ultrawide-bandwidth amplification--7 x 65 watts into 8 ohms, 20 to 20,000 Hz with less than 0.07 percent THD--in addition to state-of-the-art 192 kHz/24-bit audio digital-to-analog converters and a high-power Texas Instruments 32-bit DSP processor.

Take a closer look at the AVR 435's connections. You can also view the unit's front panel and remote control in detail.

The AVR 435's wealth of cutting-edge technologies also includes quadruple-crossover bass management, automatic digital input polling, bidirectional RS-232 connectivity with software and firmware upgradeability, and A/V sync delay. Surround sound features include Dolby Virtual Speaker, Dolby Headphone processing, and Dolby Pro Logic IIx processing (which provides an expansive, full-range 7.1-channel program from any stereo or 5.1-channel source). The receiver handles all other popular formats (including Dolby Digital EX and Dolby Digital 5.1), all standard DTS modes (including 6.1 DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, Cinema 6.1/5.1, and Music 6.1/5.1), and even the latest DTS 96/24 high-resolution audio technology. You also get Harman's proprietary Logic 7 audio for enhanced multichannel reproduction from both matrix-encoded and 2-channel recordings. The latest implementation of Logic 7 provides improved post-processing for the rear surround channels.

The receiver's many audio and video connections include three wide-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible component-video inputs (two of which are assignable). The AVR 435 also features multiroom/multisource operation with independent, simultaneous playback of two program sources, assignable back surround amplifier channels, A-BUS connectivity, and includes a Zone II remote. The A-BUS Ready system simplifies multiroom connectivity without external amplifiers. It uses a standard Cat5/Ethernet cable to connect the receiver's rear panel in one room to a Harman Kardon AB 1 A-BUS-compatible amplifier/control module in a separate room.

Along with its extensive video connectivity, the receiver offers a array of digital and analog audio connections, including multiple coaxial and optical digital audio inputs and outputs. It sports both analog and digital front-panel inputs, 6-/8-channel direct audio inputs, and 7.1-channel preamp outputs to accommodate a DVD-Video, DVD-Audio, SACD, or universal player.

The AVR 435 is also among the first receivers to include EzSet/EQ, which provides automated system calibration and room equalization, which greatly simplifies installation as it improves system performance by tailoring the output of the receiver to your speakers, compensating for the effects of room acoustics.

The receiver's quadruple-crossover bass-management system lets you choose from six different crossover frequencies for the front L/R, center, surround L/R, and surround back L/R speakers. Most receivers and DVD players have far more limited crossover filtering or none at all. Moreover, you can set different speaker-size configurations for different AVR 435 input sources according to your needs.

You get a high-quality FM/AM tuner with 30 station presets and a Listener Preference System that lets you specify a surround mode according to the program source. You can also set speaker-channel levels for each program source and DSP format (for example, the subwoofer level can be set differently for multichannel movie viewing and 2-channel CD music listening).

What's in the Box
Receiver, two remote controls, remote batteries, an EzSet/EQ microphone, FM wire/AM loop antennas, warranty information, and user's manual.

Product Description

With a sleek look to complement today's flat-panel displays, and technology to make the most of the latest digital sources, the AVR 435 is an outstanding expression of the Harman Kardon design philosophy. All of the newest surround sound modes are here, including Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24 and Harman Kardon's own Logic 7. There's an RS-232 port for both software upgrades and system control, along with an LCD remote. And with a Zone II standard remote and a variety of multiroom options, the AVR 435 can fill your whole house with top quality sound performance. Transient Intermodulation Distortion (TIM) - Unmeasurable Digitally-tuned AM/FM with up to 30 station programmable memory presets Connector Type - 1 x headphones ( phone stereo 6.25 mm ) - front 1 x composite video/audio input ( RCA phono x 3 ) - front 1 x S-Video input ( 4 pin mini-DIN ) - front 1 x SPDIF input ( TOS Link ) - front 1 x SPDIF input ( RCA phono ) - front 4 x composite video 2 Integrated AC outlets On-screen display, multi-room audio output, Midnight Mode, MP3 decoding, balance control, EzSet/EQ

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great upgrade to my system, August 21, 2006

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Chad in Joliet - See all my reviews

This review is from: Harman Kardon AVR 435 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver (Electronics)

I purchased the 435 to upgrade my system and I am more than satisfied. All the hook-ups are labeled and easy to keep straight. I used fiber optic cables to hook up the audio from my satallite dish and DVD player and the digital coax to hook up the TV.

At first I had a challenge figuring out how to program the remote but once I re-read the manual I had no problems. I now have all my remotes programmed and 2 of the 4 macros set for one push function changes. My wife loves this as she has trouble remembering how to change the inputs on the TV, receiver and DVD player so she can watch a movie.

The system has more than enough power and the clarity is unmatched. I look forward to setting up the zone 2 feature so we can enjoy this system in more than 1 room.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent quality and performance, August 10, 2006

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Man on the Moon "Nathan" (St Louis, MO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Harman Kardon AVR 435 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver (Electronics)

This is my first time truly into the realm of a quality home theatre system / music system. The unit is extremely heavy, but there is a good reason for it - particularly the back left side where it houses the two extra power sockets. The entire system is packed with features. The remote and the EZ-Setup microphone and their guide were a breeze. I was up and running in a few days after reading thru everything (page by page).

The back has a plethora of connectors and I was not the least bit disappointed that there was no HDMI. Considering everything except the Satellite was non-HDMI I was not worried. The quick-setup guide provided is very well detailed and thought of especially when you're knee deep in wires trying to get everything hooked up!

All in all, plenty of reviews are available by people who helped me make the purchase decision (on Amazon) and many, many more on other reputed sites.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful looks&sound, January 9, 2007

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C. Jess "Christoph3D" (Eagle Rock, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Harman Kardon AVR 435 7.1-Channel Home Theater Receiver (Electronics)

While I have heard that Harman Kardon has gone downhill a little compared to their earlier very high-end products, I see no reason to give this unit a bad review. While I am not an audiophile I do know what to look out for and this receiver has blown me away so far. Set-up was very easy, especially the "EZ Setup" for the surround speakers. The sound is full and robust, with clear, crisp highs & lows. I have not come close to maxing out this unit, it just keeps on going and never seems to run out of power. I also must comment on the design - finally a step away from the black receivers. While I am all for the "less is more" approach, I did want the entertainment centerpiece to make more of a statement. The volume knob glows blue on the inside, and the display can be dimmed for dark-room movie watching.
Cons so far have been the multi-room setup; the instruction manual is a little confusing on this point, but I have never done this before so maybe it was partially my fault.
Over all a great receiver with all bells & whistles you would come to expect from a high-end product.
Massive amounts of inputs & outputs, plenty for any equipment.