® Power for the Digital Revolution. ® HK 3480 STEREO RECEIVER OWNER'S MANUAL HK 3480 SPEAKER 1 SPEAKER 2 VMAx AUTO TUNED STEREO PRESET PHONO FM AM CD VID 1 VID 2 VID 3 TAPE M. HK 3480 STEREO RECEIVER 3 3 4 5 7 8 10 12 14 14 14 14 15 15 15 16 17 18 Introduction Safety Information Unpacking Front-Panel Controls Front-Panel Information Display Rear-Panel Connections Remote Control Functions Installation and Connections Operation Basic Operation Source Selection Tuner Operation Tape Recording Memory Backup Processor Reset Using the Remote Control Troubleshooting Guide Technical Specifications See trademark acknowledgements on page 18. 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 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 A ­ (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel information display 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Thank You for Choosing Harman Kardon® With the purchase of the Harman Kardon® HK 3480, you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The HK 3480 has been custom-designed to provide all the excitement and power of rock, jazz and popular music, and every nuance of classical selections. With composite video switching, the HK 3480 is more versatile than any stereo receiver ever offered by Harman Kardon. Connect a television, VCR, DVD player or video-game console to any of the three rearpanel inputs or to the front-panel input for high-quality stereo playback of video sources in any room where additional home theater speakers are not available. While sophisticated systems are hard at work within the HK 3480 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed connections and a comprehensive remote control make the HK 3480 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 3480 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 Harman Kardon's HK 3480 is among the world's few stereo receivers to offer VMAx.® VMAx is a proprietary signal-processing technique that creates an open, spacious sound field when only two loudspeakers are available. VMAx circuitry is able to decode the ambience of a concert hall or theater from a stereo recording. The HK 3480 is a full-featured stereo receiver, with seven audio inputs, four video 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 3480'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 fifty years ago. With state-of-the-art features and timehonored circuit designs, the HK 3480 is one of the finest receivers ever offered by Harman Kardon. Harman Kardon®-designed high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier Four video inputs and a recording output Front-panel audio/video inputs VMAx® processing mode ­ exclusive to Harman Kardon receivers Phono input section Speaker 1/speaker 2 outputs for high-quality sound in two locations Pre-out/main-in jacks for use with external amplifiers, equalizers or speaker processors Subwoofer output For Canadian model This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Modèle pour les Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisee: ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond. 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. INTRODUCTION 3 SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your HK 3480 has been designed for use with 120volt 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. 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 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 To ensure 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. 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. Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface. Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment. Avoid moist or humid locations. Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them. Due to the weight of the HK 3480 and the heat generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit's feet may leave markings on certain wood or veneer materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damaged by heat or heavy objects. 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 radiofrequency 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: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 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 two-dimensional 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. At this time you should remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control. 4 SAFETY INFORMATION FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 26 25 24 HK 3480 SPEAKER 1 SPEAKER 2 VMAx AUTO TUNED STEREO PRESET PHONO FM AM CD VID 1 VID 2 VID 3 TAPE M. 23 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ) @$ !# % ^ * & ( 21 20 22 NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product at www.harmankardon.com. 1 System Power Control 2 Power Indicator 3 Headphone Jack 4 Mute 5 Speaker 1 Selector 6 Phono Input Selector 7 Speaker 2 Selector 8 T-Mon Input Selector 9 Tuning Button 1 System Power Control: Press this button to turn on the HK 3480; press it again to turn the unit off. The Power Indicator 2 above the switch will initially turn re ...