Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #1383 in Receiver or Amplifier
- Brand: Harman Kardon
- Model: AVR 1700
- Dimensions: 6.50" h x
17.30" w x
13.80" l,
12.00 pounds
Features
- 5.1-channel sound at 100 watts per channel
- DLNA 1.5 certified connectivity enables the AVR 1700 to stream audio and video from compatible devices onto your home network
- Control the receiver through your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet
- USB port for music-file playback and system upgrades
- AirPlay allows you to stream music wirelessly from your iOS devices and from the iTunes service through your AVR 1700 for superb sound.
Harman Kardon AVR 1700 5.1-Channel Network-Connected Audio/Video Receiver with AirPlay
Product Description
The Harman Kardon AVR 1700 has virtually everything that you want in an audio/video receiver. Do you want sheer power? The AVR 1700 has 100 watts per channel. Want a variety of entertainment sources? The receiver includes vTuner Internet radio, DLNA 1.5 and AirPlay for wireless reception of your music and HDMI inputs for DVDs, HDTV, Blu-ray Disc media and video games. How about a system that's easy to use? A mobile app, remote control and intuitive menu system offer sheer simplicity. With all of these features and famously superb Harman Kardon audio, the AVR 1700 offers spectacular entertainment
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
27 of 29 people found the following review helpful.
Connectivity & Sound Quality
By Chris
Having issues with a previous receiver, I decided it was time to upgrade. Only in technical terms this was not an upgrade, rather a horizontal move more towards having an internet connected receiver and some of the more recent sound decoding qualities available.First, it is paired with a Bose Acoustimass 6 system, which now sounds BETTER than it ever did on a higher end receiver that uses Audyssey tuning. This is only a 5.1 system, and frankly there aren't many movies out that even have 7.1, so when it comes to watching something like The Rise of the Dark Knight, it sounds amazing.If anyone knows why this one sounds better, I am all ears, because the Denon AVR 1907 now sounds sweet with my friend's high end large speaker set up.There is something of a confusing element to this receiver that people may not realize; that the HK does not use a traditional transformer and therefore weighs a lot less. This is a deliberately GREEN approach in sound production that in no way takes away from the power or quality.Connecting to iTunes is done wirelessly of course, as long as you have the receiver connected directly with a router port via ethernet, or an adapter, the latter of which I am unsure is compatible.Once connected, the little AirPlay symbol in iTunes makes the connection. It is SO easy once you've got it figured out. Yes, the manual is online in PDF.One of the best things is the high quality internet radio streaming from stations all over the world. I've listened to German Klassics, Dub, Christmas music in a wide variety, and Christian stations from which there are a plethora to choose.My understanding is that you are getting HK sound quality every bit as much as their higher end receivers, in this newest model that offers simplicity and media connectivity (iPod), in a package that leaves a smaller carbon footprint, and produces friendly user interface technology, with a look that adds value to your entertainment system.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.Fantastic- cheapest and best for the features
By Sandra_P
I had an all in one surround sound system. Crappy speakers and lots of issues. A handy friend recommend that I set myself up with a receiver so that I could upgrade pieces/parts as needed. We set out to buy a Sony unit. Once we got to best buy we saw that this one was on sale for $199! I was pretty much sold on it right away since it was so heavily discounted (usually $499 according to the label) but couldn't put it into my cart fast enough once I saw that it had airplay.So more about the unit... In short its fantastic. I'm technically retarded and this is really straight forward. It has great features, airplay being one of them and best of all its really intuitive to use. My friend set it up, but I've had no trouble using it and switiching between inputs. I paired it with a decent subwoofer and two new speakers, reusing the center and surround speakers from the old unit. I have FANTASTIC sound, even with airplay. No more sound delay that I used to get with the old system. 5 stars for this all the way.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.Exceeded My Expectations
By Brian
Coming from the highly regarded Harman Kardon avr 330 and needed hdmi support as well as Dolby digital plus for my Roku. I adore the powerful sound of my 330 and was concerned i would have to lose that classic h/k sound.The 1700 still has that h/k sound... Its sound is colourful, weighted and powerful! The imaging and detail with music in 2 ch stereo is exceptional and is better than my 330. Movies in 5.1 is impressive as well. Ezset eq did a great job setting my speakers. I never liked my sub all that much but the avr1700 automatically eq'ed my sub and it'sa much tighter sound.I love the simplicity of this avr. Its a huge value because your not paying for all the nonsense frills you pay for in other avrs. Its a powerful amp with all the audio decoders you need. Video and 3d is passed through so your tv can handle the processing.Pros:Excellent sound quality!!! Warm and detailed soundPowerAll the modern hi-rez audio decodersHDMI works great (arc, 3d pass through, etc...)EZset/Eq - Eq's all your speakers including the sub based on your room's acoustics.Absolute silent operation...starts up immediatley with zero soundIt's lightGUI is excellent - a simple to use menu overlays your screenPrice!Plain 2 channel stereo imaging and detail is exceptionalLogic 7! Don't think I could ever give that upNetworking / air...although I use my connected squeezebox insteadCons:Your wife will now expect you to pay very little for your audio equipment.$346 here is a great value. Best buy has been going back and forth between $299 an even $199... which is the best bang for the buck receiver you'll find! I would have been happy if I paid $599 full retail for the sound and reliability alone.
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