Harman Kardon AVR 146 Owner's Manual

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3Important Safety InformationVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour AVR 146 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection toa line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and firehazard and may damage the unit.If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, orabout the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unitinto a wall outlet.Do Not Use Extension CordsTo avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do notrecommend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electricaldevices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects onthem. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately by an authorized servicecenter with a cord meeting factory specifications.Handle the AC Power Cord GentlyWhen disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; neverpull 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 CabinetThere are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinetmay present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void yourguarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or staple acciden-tally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, andconsult an authorized service center.CATV or Antenna GroundingIf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it isgrounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges.Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, providesinformation 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 conduc-tors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes andrequirements 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, which providesguidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable groundshall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the pointof cable entry as possible.Installation Location• To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place theunit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain thatthe 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 forventilation. 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 somecircumstances, a fan may be required.• Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.• Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations, or in an area that is exposedto direct sunlight or heating equipment.• Avoid moist or humid locations.• Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objectsdirectly over them.• Due to the weight of the AVR 146 and the heat generated by the amplifiers,there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of theunit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use cautionwhen placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that may be damagedby heat or heavy objects. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive toabsorbing such marks, due to a variety of factors beyond Harman Kardon's control,including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, and normal heat andvibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. We recommend thatcaution be exercised in choosing an installation location for the component and innormal maintenance practices, as your warranty will not cover this type of damageto furniture.CleaningWhen the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and only afterunplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapywater, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately with a dry cloth.NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaningagent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts.Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.Moving the UnitBefore moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords withother components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.Important Information for the UserThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if notinstalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interferenceto radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or moreof 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 thereceiver 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 thefollowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept interference received, including interference that may causeundesired operation.NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.UnpackingThe carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipmentwere specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that yousave the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move, or should theunit ever need repair.To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. This isdone by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton. Othercardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot becollapsed 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 andother sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the environmentand discard those materials at a local recycling center.It is important that you remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens.Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.SAFETY INFORMATION