Harman Kardon FL 8380 Owner's Manual

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4 SAFETY INFORMATIONSafety InformationImportant Safety InformationVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour FL 8380 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 sell-ing dealer before plugging the unit into a walloutlet.Do Not Use Extension CordsWe do not recommend that extension cords beused with this product. As with all electricaldevices, do not run power cords under rugs orcarpets or place heavy objects on them.Damaged power cords should be replacedimmediately by an authorized service depotwith cords meeting factory specifications.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.CAUTION: The FL 8380 uses a laser system. Toprevent direct exposure to the laser beam, donot open the cabinet enclosure or defeat any ofthe safety mechanisms provided for your pro-tection. DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM.To ensure proper use of this product, pleaseread this owner’s manual carefully and retain itfor future use. Should the unit require mainte-nance or repair, please contact your localHarman Kardon service station. Refer servicingto qualified personnel only.Installation Locationn To ensure proper operation and to avoid thepotential for safety hazards, place the uniton a firm and level surface. When placingthe unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelfand any 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.n Do not place the unit directly on a carpetedsurface.n Avoid installation in extremely hot or coldlocations, or in an area that is exposed todirect sunlight or heating equipment.n Avoid moist or humid locations.n Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on thetop of the unit, or place objects directly overthem.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 ofmetal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide nearthe 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 NOTE: To avoid damage to theFL 8380 which may not be covered by the war-ranty, be certain that all discs are removed fromthe unit before it is moved. Once the FL 8380 isplaced/installed, discs may be left in the unitwhen it is turned off, but the unit shouldNEVER be moved with discs left in either deck.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 generates,uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,if not installed and used in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communication. However, there is no guar-antee that harmful interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception (which can be determined by turningthe equipment off and on), the user is encour-aged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:n Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.n Increase the separation between theequipment 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 interference thatmay 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 down to a more two-dimensional appearance. Other cardboardinserts may be stored in the same manner.Packing materials that cannot be collapsedshould be saved along with the carton in aplastic 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.