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Harman Kardon AVR 171

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User ratings:
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3.8 out of 5
52 user ratings
5 stars
32 %
4 stars
26 %
3 stars
34 %
2 stars
3 %
1 stars
1 %
Editorial reviews:
3
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3 editorial reviews
Subtler rivals might outclass it, but this lovely-looking receiver delivers a powerhouse performance with music and moviesRead more
Harman/Kardon steps into the crowded, competitive midrange receiver market with the AVR 171, a product packed with compelling cutting-edge features and an impressive specification.Read more
The Harman Kardon AVR 1610S boasts decent sonic performance, but it's still outdone by its competitors.Read more
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Pros

  • faster and more energy efficient
  • most secure payment gateways and make sure your purchases are safe
  • easy and quick

Cons

  • Music replay is also passable
  • no loss of video or audio quality
  • product is no longer available or has been discontinued

Key specs

  • Stereo
  • Wired & Wireless
  • no
  • Black
  • no
  • yes
  • AM, FM
  • 7.2

Harman Kardon AVR 171 - Pros & Cons

Harman Kardon AVR 171

Pros

  • faster and more energy efficient
  • most secure payment gateways and make sure your purchases are safe
  • easy and quick
  • tonal balance was full and warm
  • Sound quality is decent considering the price
  • smooth
  • curved edges with a clean and uncluttered
  • Movie playback performance is great
  • good size and works very well
  • sound quality is excellent
  • powerful cutting-edge features and an impressive specification

Cons

  • Music replay is also passable
  • no loss of video or audio quality
  • product is no longer available or has been discontinued
  • bright light does get distracting when watching films in a dark room
  • poor placement makes them difficult to use
  • still no Bluetooth button on the remote
  • There's no built-in Wi-Fi
  • The user interface is severely outdated
  • no Wi-Fi
  • The phone application is weaker than you think
  • rather weak

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Harman Kardon AVR 171 - Full Specifications

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General
Receiver typeStereo
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Audio properties
Audio output channels7.2
Audio amplifieryes
Impedance75.0 Ω
Frequency range20 - 20000
Maximum input level1.0 V
Input impedance27000.0 Ω
Power output per channel (20-20KHz@8 Ohm)100.0 W
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)0.07 %
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR)100.0 dB
RMS rated power700.0 W
Audio decoders
  • Dolby TrueHD
  • DTS-HD
Volume controlDigital
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Display typeLCD
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Radio
Supported radio bands
  • AM
  • FM
AM antennayes
AM band range522 - 1620
AM antenna ports quantity1
FM antennayes
FM band range87.5 - 108
FM antenna ports quantity1
Internet radioyes
Internet radio services supportediTunes
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Power
Power consumption (typical)510.0 W
Power consumption (standby)0.5 W
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Connectivity
Connectivity technologyWired & Wireless
Speakers connectivity typeBanana connector
Audio (L/R) out1
Composite video in1
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out1
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) in1
Digital audio optical in2
Digital audio coaxial in1
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm
Headphone outputs1
HDMI version1.4a
Number of HDMI inputs6
Number of HDMI outputs2
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL)yes
USB ports quantity1
Bluetoothyes
Ethernet LANno
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
Remote (IR) input2
Wi-Fino
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Video
3Dyes
Analog signal format systemPAL
Deep colour supportyes
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Dimensions
Width17.32 in
Depth11.81 in
Height4.76 in
Weight179.9 oz
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Features
Optical drive includedno
Handheld remote controlyes
Card reader integratedno
AirPlayyes
Apple dockingyes
Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certifiedyes

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