Harman Kardon HK 3380 Owner's Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION4 SAFETY INFORMATIONImportant Safety InformationVerify Line Voltage Before UseYour HK 3380 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other thanthat for which it is intended can create a safety and firehazard, and may damage the unit.If you have any questions about the voltage require-ments for your specific model, or about the line volt-age in your area, contact your selling dealer beforeplugging the unit into a wall outlet.Do Not Use Extension CordsTo avoid safety hazards, use only the power cordattached to your unit. We do not recommend thatextension cords be used with this product. As with allelectrical devices, do not run power cords under rugsor carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damagedpower cords should be replaced immediately withcords meeting factory specifications.Handle the AC Power Cord GentlyWhen disconnecting the power cord from an AC out-let, always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you donot intend to use the unit for any considerable lengthof time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.Do Not Open the CabinetThere are no user-serviceable components inside thisproduct. Opening the cabinet may present a shockhazard, and any modification to the product will voidyour guarantee. If water or any metal object such as apaper clip, wire or staple accidentally falls inside theunit, disconnect 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 connected tothis product, be certain that it is grounded so as toprovide some protection against voltage surges andstatic charges. Section 810 of the National ElectricalCode, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides informationwith respect to proper grounding of the mast and sup-porting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to anantenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,location of antenna discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes and requirements of the ground-ing electrode.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminderis provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) systeminstaller’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC thatprovides guidelines for proper grounding and, in par-ticular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-nected to the grounding system of the building, asclose to the point of cable entry as possible.Installation Location■ To ensure proper operation, and to avoid thepotential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firmand level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf,be certain that the shelf and any mounting hard-ware can support the weight of the product.■ Make certain that proper space is provided bothabove and below the unit for ventilation. If thisproduct will be installed in a cabinet or otherenclosed area, make certain that there is sufficientair movement within the cabinet. Under some cir-cumstances a fan may be required.■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpetedsurface.■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations,or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight orheating equipment.■ Avoid moist or humid locations.■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top ofthe unit, or place objects directly over them.■ Due to the weight of the HK 3380 and the heatgenerated by the amplifiers, there is the remotepossibility that the rubber padding on the bottomof the unit’s feet may leave markings on certainwood or veneer materials. Use caution when plac-ing the unit on soft woods or other materials thatmay be damaged by heat or heavy objects.CleaningWhen the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, drycloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampenedwith mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with cleanwater. Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVERuse benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or anyother volatile 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 disconnect anyinterconnection cords with other components, andmake certain that you disconnect the unit from theAC outlet.Important Information for the UserNOTE: This equipment has been tested and foundto comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communication. However, there isno guarantee that harmful interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of the following measures:■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.■ Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver is connected.■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician 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 undesiredoperation.NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unitto fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rulesand may void the user’s authority to operate theequipment.UnpackingThe carton and shipping materials used to protect yournew receiver during shipment were specially designedto cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggestthat you save the carton and packing materials foruse in shipping if you move, or should the unit everneed repair.To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you maywish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting thetape seams on the bottom and collapsing the cartondown to a more two-dimensional appearance. Othercardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner.Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should besaved 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 theshipping protection are recyclable. Please respect theenvironment and discard those materials at a localrecycling center.At this time you should remove the protective plasticfilm from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in placewill affect the performance of your remote control.