2/8/200615-19-32. HarmanAmazon.com Product Description Harman Kardon's most affordable 7.1-channel audio/video surround receiver, the AVR 235, offers high-quality baseline features from the company's acclaimed AVR series receivers. The component delivers near-universal surround-format compatibility, and it's engineered for terrific sonic performance. The AVR 235 features a discrete-output amplifier that pumps seven channels of high-current (+/-35 amps), ultrawide-bandwidth power: 7 x 50 watts into 8 ohms, 20 to 20,000 Hz with less than 0.07 percent THD. Furthermore, the receiver uses state-of-the-art 192 kHz/24-bit audio digital-to-analog converters and a high-power Cirrus 32-bit DSP processor.
 Take a closer look at the AVR 235's connections. You can also view the unit's front panel and remote control in detail. |
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.
Along with its extensive video connectivity, the receiver offers two wide-bandwidth, HDTV-compatible component-video inputs and an 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 receiver's triple-crossover bass-management system lets you choose from multiple 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 235 input sources according to your needs.
With the AVR 235, 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, remote control, remote batteries, FM wire/AM loop antennas, warranty information, and a user's manual.
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Great sound, high build quality, and power to spare!
This is my second 7.1 channel surround receiver. I also own a Yamaha flagship THX 110W/ch receiver, the RX-V1400. The Yamaha has more sound processing options, but sometimes less is more. Both are high current amps and both have the self-calibrating feature (YPAO on the Yamaha and EzSet on the Harman Kardon). The Yamaha is in a 23'x20' upstairs media room and the AVR235 is in a 30'x25' open downstairs living area. Both of the amps produce extremely clean sound, both have power to spare (even though the AVR235 is rated considerably less and is in a larger space), and both have very high build quality. The Yamaha is more suited to a micro-managing audiophile and the Harman Kardon is more of a plug and play style receiver. The Yamaha has more knobs and options, but it also requires more attention. On the Yamaha unit, you have to manually enable Dolby Digital EX/DTS ES processing every time you turn the unit on even though in the setup it knows you have a full 7.1 speaker package...
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Christmas Every Day!!!
I chose Harmon Kardon's AVR-235 above the AVR-230 because of the Ez-Setup function(that actually works) and Denon's AVR-2105 because it was $100 cheaper and did what i needed it to do. I paired my system with a Wharfedale Moviestar 70+ 5.1 speaker set (4 ohms) and added a front left and right Infinity speakers (RS3 @ 125 watts per channel) to top it off for full 7.1 feel. After wiring my 30'X40' livingroom for what seemed like days (hiding the wires per my wifes request), I turned the volume up to +2 db, popped in my DVD Stargate (selected the part where he goes through the wormhole for the first time) and sat back and waited for something to happen. It was so freakin loud that i felt like i needed a nap afterwards just to recover from a 2 minute sound test. I was wondering if 50 watts per channel would be enough to power my speakers and it was more than enough because HK's true wattage system. Cons. The manual takes quite a bit of time to get through. The remote, though...
Great value, great product
I have owned the 235 for about 2 months now. I am thrilled with the performance. Although this isn't an overly loud product, it is very capable. I agree with those who say the power is fully adequate. Also, there are no concerns with background noise at higher volume levels - a problem with many underpowered receivers. In fact, from what I can tell the receiver is practically devoid of background noise. I could not discern any hiss through my headphones when listening to an attached CD player. My old Sony was terrible for doing that.
Other reviewers have commented on how H/K's sound is "warm." I didn't know what that meant until I got the product, but I agree with the assessment. Music played through this receiver is mellow. There is no discernable element of harshness added. Having bass and treble knobs on the front of the receiver is a simple, but often overlooked plus that really helps round out the sound to the way the listener wants.
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Product Features :
- Multi-channel DVD-audio and SACD-ready, front-panel A/V input with selectable digital-audio input/output
- Handles Dolby Digital EX, Pro Logic II, and all DTS modes
- EzSet remote provides automatic speaker-level calibration
- Seven x 50 high-current watts per channel
- Measures 17.3 x 6.3 x 15 inches (W x H x D)
Rating : 4.3
List Price : $549.99
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