250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com © 1999 Harman Kardon, Incorporated YIAR-J1000-ZZA FL 8370 Compact Disc Changer OWNER'S MANUAL FL 8370 1 4 2 5 Power Phones Phones Level Time Repeat Intro Clear Program ® Power for the digital revolution.TM FL 8370 Compact Disc Changer 3 4 4 5 7 8 9 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 12 12 12 13 13 13 13 13 14 15 Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front-Panel Controls Rear-Panel Connections Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections Operation Loading Discs Normal Play Random Play HDCD® Play Exchange Time Display Headphone Listening Search Functions Search Skip Intro Search Programmed-Play Operation Programmed Play Checking Program Contents Clearing Programs Repeat Play 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 a ­ (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote ¡ ­ (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon. The FL 8370 CD changer is an exceptionally well-engineered product that offers high performance and ease of use. We ask that you take a few minutes to read through this Owner's Manual to familiarize yourself with its controls and functions. This brief investment of time will yield dividends in the form of years of listening pleasure. If you have any questions about this product ­ its installation or operation ­ please contact your dealer, who is your best local source of information. s Description and Features Five-Disc CD Changer with Advanced Programming Features That Create Play Lists of Selected Tracks, or Play Discs and Tracks in Random Order, for Hours of Uninterrupted Play HDCD® Decoding Provides Superior Reproduction of All CDs, Whether HDCDEncoded or Not. When HDCD-Encoded Discs Are Played, Special Circuitry Reveals Detail and Fidelity Not Possible in Ordinary CDs Coax Output for Direct Connection to Outboard Digital-to-Analog Converters or Digital Receivers Intro Search to Automatically Scan a Brief Portion of Each Track to Quickly Locate Your Favorite Selections Play-Exchange Feature Allows Discs to Be Changed While Another Disc is Playing s s s s CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the grounding plug on the power cord, or use any plug or extension cord that does not have a grounding plug provided. Make certain that the AC outlet is properly grounded. Do not use an adapter plug with this product. 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 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your FL 8370 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 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 by an authorized service depot with cords meeting factory specifications. 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. 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 a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service station. CAUTION: The FL 8370 uses a laser system. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not open the cabinet enclosure or defeat any of the safety mechanisms provided for your protection. DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM. To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain it for future use. Should the unit require maintenance or repair, please contact your local Harman Kardon service station. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. 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. 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 NOTE: To avoid damage to the FL 8370 which may not be covered by the warranty, be certain that all discs are removed from the unit before it is moved. Once the FL 8370 is placed installed, discs may be left in the unit when it is turned off, but the unit should NEVER be moved with discs left in either deck. Important Information for the User 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 Front-Panel Controls Ô Ó FL 8370 1 2 3 ( & * ^ Skip % $ Play # @ Pause 4 5 Disc Skip Search Stop Random Open/Close Power Phones Phones Level Time Repeat Intro Clear Program 1 2 34 5 6789) 9 Clear Button ) Program Button ! Open/Close Button @ Random Button # Pause Button $ Play Button % Stop Button ^ Skip Button & Search Button * Disc-Skip Button ( Disc-Select Buttons Ó Information Display Ô HDCD Indicator Remote Sensor ! 1 Power Switch 2 Status-Mode Indicator 3 Headphones Jack 4 Headphones Level Control 5 CD Drawer 6 Time Button 7 Repeat Button 8 Intro Button 1 Power Switch: Press this switch to apply power to the FL 8370. When the FL 8370 is first turned on by pressing this switch, the Status-Mode Indicator 2 will turn green, and the Information Display Ó will illuminate. Press the switch again to turn the unit off; the Status-Mode Indicator will turn amber, indicating that the unit is in a Standby mode. When the FL 8370 is connected to a switched AC outlet, such as those found on the back of many audio products, it will return to the Standby mode when power is applied to the switched outlet without any further press of the switch. 2 Status-Mode Indicator: When the FL 8370 is in the On mode, this indicator will glow green. When the unit is off, the indicator will glow amber, indicating that the unit is still connected to the AC main supply. 3 Headphones Jack: Connect a set of standard headphones to this jack for private listening. 4 Headphones Level Control: Turn this knob to increase or decrease the volume level for headphones connected to the FL 8370's Headphones Jack 3. Note that changing this level will not change the sound level for the unit's main output, as that remains constant. 5 CD Drawer: This drawer holds the discs that will be played. Press the Open/Close button ! to open the drawer so that discs may be inserted. 6 Time Button: Press this button to select the time display. In normal operation, the display will show the running time of the track being played. Press the button once to check the time remaining for the track in play. Press the button again to view the total play time remaining for the disc in play. 7 Repeat Button: Press this button once to constantly repeat the track currently being played. Press it a second time to repeat the entire disc. (See page 13 for more information.) 8 Intro Button: Press this button to put the FL 8370 in the Intro Scan mode. When you press the button, the unit will play the first 10 seconds of each track on the disc, and then move to the next track. Press the button again to defeat the function and continue full play of the current track. (See page 12 for more information.) 9 Clear Button: Press this button to remove tracks from a programmed sequence. Each press of the button will remove one track, starting with the last track programmed to play. (See page 13 for complete information on programming the FL 8370.) ) Program Button: This button is used to program the playback of a disc in a particular order. (See page 13 for complete instructions on programming the FL 8370.) ! Open/Close Button: Press this button to open or close the disc drawer. DO NOT push the drawer to close it or damage to the transport mechanism may result. 5 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS Front-Panel Controls ...