Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
HK 3370 Stereo Receiver
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HK 3370 Stereo Receiver
3 3 4 5 7 9 11 13 13 13 13 14 14 14 15 15 Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front Panel Controls Rear Panel Connections Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections Operation Basic Operation Source Selection Tuner Operation Tape Recording Memory Backup Processor Reset Troubleshooting Guide Technical Specifications
Typographical Conventions In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel connections, certain conventions have been used. EXAMPLE  (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel connection jack EXAMPLE  (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display EXAMPLE  (outlined type) indicates a lit indicator in the front-panel information display 1  (number in a square) indicates a specific front panel control å  (letter in a circle) indicates a button or indicator on the remote ¡  (number in a circle) indicates a rear panel connection
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Congratulations! With the purchase of the Harman Kardon HK 3370 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The HK 3370 has been custom-designed to provide all the excitement and power of rock, jazz and popular music, and every nuance of classical selections. While sophisticated systems are hard at work within the HK 3370 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed connections and a comprehensive remote control make the HK 3370 easy to use. To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new receiver, we urge you to take a few minutes to read through this manual. This will ensure that connections to speakers, source playback units and other external devices are made properly. In addition, a few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the HK 3370 is able to deliver. If you have any questions about this product, its installation or operation, please contact your dealer, your best local source of information. Description and Features The HK 3370 is a full-featured Stereo receiver, with five inputs and an FM Stereo/FM/AM tuner with capabilities that provide for the utmost flexibility. A high-quality phono input is available so that you may continue to enjoy your existing record collection as well as the latest CD recordings. The HK 3370's powerful amplifier uses traditional Harman Kardon High-Current Design philosophies to meet the wide dynamic range of any program selection. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more than forty-seven years ago. With state-of-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs, the HK 3370 is one of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon. s Harman Kardon-Designed HighCurrent, Ultrawide-Bandwidth Amplifier s Phono Input Section s Speaker 1/Speaker 2 outputs for highquality sound in two locations s Pre-Out/Main-In jacks for use with external amplifiers, equalizers or speaker processors s Subwoofer Output Handle the AC Power Cord Gently When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your HK 3370 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard, and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet. Do Not Use Extension Cords To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately with cords meeting factory specifications.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
3 INTRODUCTION
Safety Information
Do Not Open the Cabinet There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service station. CATV or Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) system installer's attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible. Installation Location s To assure proper operation, and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product. s Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the cabinet. Under some circumstances a fan may be required. s Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface. s Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment. s Avoid moist or humid locations. s Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them. Cleaning When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit. Moving the Unit Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords with other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet. Important Information For the User NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: s Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. s Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. s Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. s Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Unpacking
The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move, or should the unit ever need repair. To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton down to a more twodimensional appearance. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag. If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.
4 SAFETY INFORMATION
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1 Main Power Switch: Press this button to apply power to the HK 3370. When the switch is pressed in, the unit is placed in a Standby mode, as indicated by the amber LED 3 surrounding the System Power Control 2. This button MUST be pressed in to operate the unit. To turn the unit off and prevent the use of the remote control, this switch should be pressed until it pops out from the front panel so that the word "OFF" may be read at the top of the switch. NOTE: In normal operation this switch is left in the "ON" position.
2 System Power Control: When the Main Power Switch 1 is "ON," press this button to turn on the HK 3370; press it again to turn the unit off. Note that the Power Indicator surrounding the switch 3 will turn green when the unit is on. 3 Power Indicator: This LED will illuminate in amber when the unit is in the Standby mode to signal that the unit is ready to be turned on. When the unit is in operation, the indicator will briefly turn red, and then change to green. A red indicator during normal operation means that the unit is in the Protect mode, and should be turned off and then checked for a possible speaker-wire short circuit.
4 Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to listen to the HK 3370's output through a pair of headphones. Be certain that the headphones have a standard 1/4" stereo phone plug. 5 Mute: Press this button to momentarily silence the speaker output of the HK 3370. 6 Speaker 1 Button: Press this button to turn the speakers connected to the Speaker 1 output terminals on or off. 7 Speaker 2 Button: Press this button to turn the speakers connected to the Speaker 2 output terminals ° on or off.
5 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
Front Panel Controls
8 Phono Input Selector: Press this button to select the output of a turntable that is connected to the Phono inputs §. 9 T-Mon Input Selector: Press this button to listen to the output of a tape recorder connected to the Tape Monitor inputs ª. The T-Mon indicator will illuminate to indicate that the input source is being monitored when the HK 3370 is connected to a three-head ta ...