Klipsch Gallery G-42 Soundbar and Harman Kardon AVR1565 5.1 Channel A/V Receiver

Harman Kardon AVR 156/1565

As a multitalented A/V receiver for budget-conscious film and music lovers, the Harman Kardon AVR 1565 is a more than capable way to take your home entertainment to the next level. With all the latest Dolby® and DTS® audio modes and HDMI® v.1.4 with 3-D and Deep Colour, the AVR 1565 lets you experience the next dimension in TV viewing – while Harman Kardon Logic 7 processing supplies you with an exhilarating, 5.1-channel, 360-degree soundstage for movies, TV shows and games. And with three HDMI inputs and extensive video and audio connectivity, the AVR 1565 also grants you the flexibility to add a Blu-ray Disc™ player and surround-sound speaker system to the mix. Overall, the AVR 1565 is a great starting-off point if you want a gratifying home theatre system.

Highlights

Key Features

Power/Technology

Connectivity

• Three HDMI inputs to provide extensive video connectivity
• One component and three composite video inputs
• Three digital audio inputs and six analogue audio inputs
• Front-panel analogue audio input for easy connection to portable sources
• Subwoofer pre-out for connecting to a powered subwoofer
• Colour-coded binding-post speaker connectors for secure connections and greater compatibility
• Headphone jack with HARMAN headphone surround mode for stereo headphones
• Subwoofer trigger output for compatible subwoofers
• Upgradeable firmware via USB port to keep receiver’s performance up to date
• Detachable IEC power cord to make installation easier

Ease of Use

• On-screen display (OSD) makes setting up the receiver easy
• Multidevice, programmable IR remote so you can control your entire audio/video system with a single remote
• Two-line dot-matrix information display that lets you adjust the unit – without turning on the TV; great for listening to music

Audio Section

• Stereo mode, continuous average power: 70 watts/channel, both channels driven @ 8 ohms, 1kHz, <0.9% THD
• Multichannel power: 5 x 70 watts/channel, two channels driven @ 8 ohms, 1kHz, <0.9% THD
• Bandwidth @ 1W (+0dB/–3dB): 10Hz – 100kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF-A): 100dB
• High instantaneous-current capability (HCC): ±45 amps
• Transient intermodulation distortion (TIM): unmeasurable
• Slew rate: 40V/µsec

FM Tuner Section

• Frequency range: 87.5MHz – 108.0MHz
• Usable sensitivity (IHF): 1.3µV/13.2dBf
• Signal-to-noise ratio (mono/stereo): 70dB/65dB
• Distortion (mono/stereo): 0.15%/0.3%
• Stereo separation: 40dB @ 1kHz
• Selectivity (±400kHz): 70dB

AM Tuner Section

• Frequency range: 522kHz – 1620kHz
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 45dB
• Usable sensitivity (loop): 500µV
• Distortion (1kHz): 50%, mod 0.8%

Video Section

• Television format: PAL
• Input level/impedance: 1Vp-p/75 ohms
• Output level/impedance: 1Vp-p/75 ohms
• HDMI v.1.4 with 3-D and Deep Colour

General

• Power requirement: AC 230V/50Hz – 60Hz
• Power consumption: 65W idle, 540W maximum (5 channels driven)
• Dimensions: 440mm x 165mm x 382mm (17-5/16" x 6-1/2" x 15")
• Weight: 9.3kg (20.5 lb)

Klipsch G-42 Soundbar

The time has come to kiss those under-performing TV speakers goodbye thanks to the Klipsch® Gallery™ G-42 soundbar. Born to perform, this sleek soundbar transforms average movie nights into out-of-this-world viewing and listening experiences.

• Cross-over home audio solution with left, right and center channel speakers contained in one sleek cabinet
• Accurate, non-fatiguing sound provides hours of listening pleasure
• Employs horn-loaded technology in an extremely thin speaker
• Dynamic 1" tweeters one each for left, right and center channels 3.5" high-output woofers one each for left/right channels, two for center channel
• Dimensions: 6" H x 42" W x 2.4" D
• Sleek, minimalist cabinets
• Available in high-gloss black

Embodying the same power, detail and emotion produced by renowned Klipsch horn-loaded speakers, the G-42 features exclusive Tractrix® Horn technology that effortlessly delivers legendary Klipsch sound. Designed with modern décor in mind, each Klipsch Gallery component is part of a true cross-over home audio solution, occupying minimal space and delivering enhanced sound - no matter the need or living environment.

Four Laws of the Klipsch Universe

Beginning in 1946, company founder, Paul W. Klipsch believed four principles to be the foundation for great sound. Together, these four design principles—high efficiency with low distortion, controlled directivity, flat frequency response, and wide dynamic range—have and always will be the foundation for our stunningly powerful and precise sound.

Features

Every Klipsch Gallery speaker utilizes Tractrix® Horn technology for lifelike sound, more output using less energy, improved reliability, reduced distortion and a large soundstage with well-defined imaging.

Titanium tweeter with linear travel suspension—trickle-down technology from the flagship Palladium Series—provides an open, natural sound, making you feel as if you’re on set and on stage.