Harman Kardon AVR 2600 Owner's Manual

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3SAFETY INFORMATIONIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour AVR 2600 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current.Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended cancreate a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit.If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specificmodel, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealerbefore plugging the unit into a wall outlet.Do Not Use Extension CordsTo avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit.We do not recommend that extension cords be used with this product. Aswith all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets orplace heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replacedimmediately by an authorized service center with a cord meeting factoryspecifications.Handle the AC Power Cord GentlyWhen disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull theplug; never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for anyconsiderable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.Do Not Open the CabinetThere are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening thecabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the productwill void your warranty. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip,wire or staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the ACpower source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.CATV or Antenna GroundingIf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, becertain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltagesurges and static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to propergrounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-inwire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, locationof antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and require-ments of the grounding electrode.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is providedto call the CATV (cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 ofthe NEC, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding systemof 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 ashelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can supportthe weight of the product.• Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below theunit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or otherenclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement withinthe 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 in an area that isexposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.• Avoid moist or humid locations.• Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or placeobjects directly over them.• Due to the weight of the AVR 2600 and the heat generated by the ampli-fiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottomof the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials.Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials thatmay be damaged by heat or heavy objects. Some surface finishes may beparticularly sensitive to absorbing such marks, due to a variety of factorsbeyond our control, including the nature of the finish, cleaning materialsused, and normal heat and vibration caused by the use of the product,or other factors. We recommend that caution be exercised in choosingan installation location for the component and in normal maintenancepractices, as your warranty will not cover this type of damage to furniture.CleaningWhen the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary,and only after unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft clothdampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipeit dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners,thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasivecleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid sprayinginsecticide near the unit.Moving the UnitBefore moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cordswith other components, and make certain that you disconnect the unit fromthe AC outlet.Important Information for the UserThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass-B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ina residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiateradio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance withthe instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-ence 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 towhich 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 tothe following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful inter-ference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation.NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply withPart 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to operate theequipment.UNPACKINGThe carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver duringshipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration.We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in ship-ping 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 collaps-ing the carton. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner.Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with thecarton in a plastic bag.If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that thecarton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Pleaserespect the environment and discard those materials at a local recyclingcenter.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 yourremote control.