Harman Kardon AVR 130 Review
Summary
- Product Name: AVR 130
- Manufacturer: Harman Kardon
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: August 18, 2004 20:00
- MSRP: $ 449
- Specifications
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Power (2-channel FTC): 55 W/channel (<0.07% THD, 20Hz 20kHz, 8 ohms, both channels driven)
Power (five-channel): 45 W/channel (<0.07% THD, 20Hz 20kHz, 8 ohms)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF-A): 100dB
Surround System Adjacent Channel Separation:
Dolby® Pro Logic® I and II : 45dB
Dolby® Digital : 55dB
DTS® : 55dB
High Instant Current Capability (HCC): 25 Amps
Slew Rate : 40V/µsec
FM Tuner Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70dB/68dB (Mono/Stereo)
FM Tuner Distortion: 0.2%/0.3% (Mono/Stereo)
Stereo Separation: 40dB @ 1kHz
Selectivity: ±400kHz, 70dB
Image Rejection: 80dB
IF Rejection: 90dB
Video Input Level/Impedance: 1Vp-p/75 ohms
Output Level/Impedance: 1Vp-p/75 ohms
Video Frequency Response: 10Hz 8MHz (3dB)
Power Consumption: 68W idle, 540W maximum (2 channels driven)
Dimensions: 17.3 (W) x 6.6 (H) x 15 (D) [440mm x 168mm x 382mm]
Unit Weight: 23.8 lbs; 28.2 gross (10.8 kg; 12.8kg gross)
Pros
- 5.1 channel inputs ideal for SACD and DVD Audio sources.
- Complete array of front panel inputs, including optical and coaxial.
- Friendly enough for a beginner and powerful enough for a serious listener.
Cons
- No A/B speaker outs
- Sleek compact remote means tiny buttons that don't glow or have a backlight.
- No on-screen display
- No component inputs or switching
- Only 5.1 outputs
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