Harman Kardon AVR 7000 Owner's Manual

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4 SAFETY INFORMATIONSafety InformationImportant Safety InformationVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour AVR 7000 has been designed for use with120-volt AC current. Connection to a line volt-age other than that for which it is intendedcan create a safety and fire hazard and maydamage the unit.If you have any questions about the voltagerequirements for your specific model, or aboutthe line voltage in your area, contact your sellingdealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.Do Not Use Extension CordsTo avoid safety hazards, use only the powercord attached to your unit. We do not recom-mend that extension cords be used with thisproduct. As with all electrical devices, do notrun power cords under rugs or carpets or placeheavy objects on them. Damaged power cordsshould be replaced immediately by an author-ized service depot with a cord meeting factoryspecifications.Handle the AC Power Cord GentlyWhen disconnecting the power cord from anAC outlet, always pull the plug, never pull thecord. If you do not intend to use the unit forany considerable length of time, disconnect theplug from the AC outlet.Do Not Open the CabinetThere are no user-serviceable componentsinside this product. Opening the cabinet maypresent a shock hazard, and any modificationto the product will void your guarantee. If wateror any metal object such as a paper clip, wireor a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, dis-connect it from the AC power source immedi-ately, and consult an authorized service station.CATV or Antenna GroundingIf an outside antenna or cable system is con-nected to this product, be certain that it isgrounded so as to provide some protectionagainst voltage surges and static charges.Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides informationwith respect to proper grounding of the mastand supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors, location of antenna dis-charge unit, connection to grounding electrodesand requirements of the grounding electrode.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: Thisreminder is provided to call the CATV (CableTV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines forproper grounding and, in particular, specifiesthat the cable ground shall be connected to thegrounding system of the building, as close tothe point of cable entry as possible.Installation Locationn To assure proper operation and to avoid thepotential for safety hazards, place the uniton a firm and level surface. When placing theunit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf andany mounting hardware can support theweight of the product.n Make certain that proper space is providedboth above and below the unit for ventila-tion. If this product will be installed in acabinet or other enclosed area, make certainthat there is sufficient air movement withinthe cabinet. Under some circumstances a fanmay be required.n Do not place the unit directly on a carpetedsurface.n Avoid installation in extremely hot or coldlocations, or an area that is exposed to directsunlight or heating equipment.n Avoid moist or humid locations.n Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on thetop of the unit, or place objects directlyover them.CleaningWhen the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean,soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a softcloth dampened with mild soapy water, then afresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immedi-ately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene,aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any othervolatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasivecleaners, as they may damage the finish of metalparts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.Moving the UnitBefore moving the unit, be certain to discon-nect any interconnection cords with other com-ponents, and make certain that you disconnectthe unit from the AC outlet.Important Information for the UserThis equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class-B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.The limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment gener-ates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful inter-ference to radio communication. However, thereis no guarantee that harmful interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmful interference toradio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off andon, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the followingmeasures:n Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.n Increase the separation between the equip-ment and receiver.n Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.n Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.This device complies with Part 15 of the FCCRules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not cause harm-ful interference, and (2) this device must acceptinterference received, including interferencethat may cause undesired operation.NOTE: Changes or modifications may causethis unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of theFCC Rules and may void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.UnpackingThe carton and shipping materials used to pro-tect your new receiver during shipment werespecially designed to cushion it from shock andvibration. We suggest that you save the cartonand packing materials for use in shipping if youmove, 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 care-fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom andcollapsing the carton. Other cardboard insertsmay be stored in the same manner. Packingmaterials that cannot be collapsed should besaved along with the carton in a plastic bag.If you do not wish to save the packaging mate-rials, please note that the carton and other sec-tions of the shipping protection are recyclable.Please respect the environment and discardthose materials at a local recycling center.