Harman-Kardon HK 3390 manual

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    HK 3390 STEREO RECEIVER O W N ER’S M ANUAL HK1695 3390OM 6/13/08 12:11 PM Page 1[...]

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    2 SAFETY INFORMA TION Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions . 2. Keep these instructions . 3. Heed all warnings . 4. Follow all instructions . 5. Do not use this apparatus near water . 6. The A / V receiver’s cabinet may be cleaned by gently wiping with a soft cotton or microfiber cloth. Do not use water or any liquid cleaners [...]

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    3 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Y our HK 3390 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about [...]

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    4 NOTES HK1695 3390OM 6/13/08 12:11 PM Page 4[...]

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    5 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION 6 INTRODUCTION 7 FRONT -P ANEL CONTROLS 9 REAR-P ANEL CONNECTIONS 11 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 13 CONNECTIONS 13 Speaker Connections 13 Subwoofer 13 Connecting Source Devices to the HK 3390 14 Analog Audio Connections 14 Video Connections 14 Antennas 15 SPEAKER PLACEMENT 16 INST ALLA TION 16 Step One – Connect the Speakers [...]

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    6 Thank you for choosing this Harman Kardon ® receiver! In the years since Harman Kardon ® engineers invented the high-fidelity receiver , we have taken to heart the philosophy of bringing the joy of home entertainment to as many people as possible , all the while improving performance and adding features . The HK 3390 offers the best in traditio[...]

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    7 FRONT -P ANEL CONTROLS Power Indicator: This LED has two modes . When power is turned off , the LED is amber to indicate that the receiver is plugged in and ready to be turned on. When the receiver is turned on, the LED turns white . Power Switch: This electrical switch tur ns the receiver on for playback, or leaves it in Standby mode for quick t[...]

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    8 T uning Pre s et S tation s 1 S peaker s 2 Pre s et S can FM Mode T uner Band Ba ss C ontrol Video 3 Audio/Video Input s Power Indicator Headphone Jack Power S witch Volume C ontrol C D S ource S elector T ape S ource S elector Me ss age Di s play Phono S ource S elector Video S ource S elector s Dimmer S leep Mute T reble C ontrol Balance C ontr[...]

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    9 9 REAR-P ANEL CONNECTIONS AM and FM Antenna T erminals: Connect the included AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception. Video 1, Video 2 and Video 3 Audio/Video Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect your video-capable source components (e .g ., VCR, DVD player , cable TV box) to the receiver . NOTE: The Video 3 sou[...]

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    10 Preamp Outputs Subwoofer T rigger Outputs Subwoofer Outputs Subwoofer Link Switches Main-Amp Inputs Speaker 1 Outputs Speaker 2 Outputs Switched AC Accessory Outlets Main Power Switch Phono CD Inputs T a pe/CDR Inputs T a pe/CDR Outputs FM Antenna AM Antenna Video 1 A/V Inputs Video 1 A/V Outputs Video 2 DVD A/V Inputs Video Monitor Output Video[...]

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    11 11 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The HK 3390 remote is capable of controlling six devices , including the HK 3390 itself . The remote is preprogrammed at the factor y to operate most Harman Kardon DVD , CD and CDR players . Each time you wish to use the codes for any component, first press its Selector Button. This changes the button functions to the[...]

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    12 IR T ran s mitter Len s Power On Power Off S peaker 1 S peaker 2 S ource S elector s Mute Memory Numeric Key s C lear Menu FM Mode Auto Pre s et Play Record Volume C ontrol s S leep T uning Dimmer Repeat Direct OK Pre s et S tation s S elector s /T rack S kip Pau s e Fa s t S earch S top A-B Pre s et S can Navigation Di s c Menu NOTE: T o make i[...]

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    13 CONNECTIONS There are different types of audio and video connections used to connect the receiver to the speakers and video display , and to connect the source devices to the receiver . T o make it easier to keep them all straight, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA ® ) has established a color -coding standard. T able 1 may be helpful to[...]

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    14 CONNECTIONS satellite television box, or MP3 player . Although the tuner is built into the HK 3390, it also counts as a source , even though no external connections are needed, other than the FM and AM antennas . Separate connections are required for the audio and video portions of the signal. Analog Audio Connections Analog audio connections re[...]

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    15 15 SPEAKER PLACEMENT Before you begin to connect cables , it is important to set up your speakers in their correct locations in the room. See Figure 8. Optimally , the front left and right speakers are placed the same distance from each other as from the listening position, or about 60 degrees apart, and angled toward the listener . The subwoofe[...]

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    16 Y ou are now ready to connect your various components to your receiver . Before beginning , make sure that all components , including the HK 3390, are turned completely off and their power cords are unplugged. Don’t plug in any of the power cords until you ha ve finished making all of your connections. The receiver generates heat while it is o[...]

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    17 17 INST ALLA TION For each audio-only source , such as a CD player , connect the left and right analog audio outputs of the source device to the corresponding inputs on the HK 3390. For audio/video devices , such as a cable television set-top box, in addition to the audio connections , connect the composite video output on the set-top box to the[...]

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    18 18 INST ALLA TION Connect the left and right analog audio outputs of the DVD player to the Video 2 Audio Inputs on the HK 3390. Then connect the composite video output of the DVD player , usually colored yellow , to the Video 2 Video Input. See Figure 16. Figure 16 – Video 2 Audio and Video Inputs NOTE: If you receive your television programmi[...]

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    19 19 INST ALLA TION transmitted through the HK 3390 to the source device . This enables you to control your sources even when the HK 3390 itself is controlled via an external IR receiver . T o control more than one source device using the Remote IR Output, connect all sources in a “daisy chain” fashion, with the HK 3390’s Remote IR Output co[...]

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    20 20 Now that you have installed your system components , you are ready to begin enjoying your new audio system. T urning On the HK 3390 After you plug the power cord into an AC outlet and turn on the Main Power Switch on the rear panel, the Power Indicator should light up in amber . This indicates that the HK 3390 is in Standby mode and is ready [...]

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    21 OPERA TION and right speakers , unless the artist has mixed the recording in a way that pans sounds to one side or the other . If your speakers are not placed the same distance from the listening position, or if your room has other unusual characteristics , gently press the Balance Control knob until it unlatches and pops out. Then turn it count[...]

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    22 OPERA TION Figure 34 – T uner Input Selection Radio stations may be selected in one of five ways (see Figure 35): 1. If you know the frequency number , enter it directly by first pressing the Direct Button on the remote , and then using the Numeric Keys . 2. After you have programmed preset stations (see below), either enter the preset number [...]

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    23 OPERA TION VFD OFF: Display goes completely dark except for Power Indicator to remind you that the receiver is turned on NOTE: When the remote is in the device mode for either the Video 1 or Video 2 source , the Dimmer Button on the remote will only affect the source device (if compatible), and will not affect the HK 3390. Processor Reset If you[...]

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    24 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Unit does not function when Main • No AC power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into Power Switch is pushed a live outlet • Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled Display lights , but there’s no • Intermittent input connections • Make certain that all input and speaker con[...]

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    25 HK 3390 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode: Continuous Average Power (FTC): 80 Watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz, @ <0.07% THD , both channels driven into 8 ohms 100 Watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz @ <0.2% THD , both channels driven into 4 ohms Input Sensitivity/Impedance Linear (High-Level): 200mV/47k ohms Signal-to-Noi[...]

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    26 APPENDIX T able A1 – Remote Control Device T ypes T able A2 – Subwoofer T rigger Output Operation Source Input Remote Control Device T ype Phono Operates HK 3390 only Video 1 Harman Kardon DMC 1000 Video 2 Harman Kardon DVD player Video 3 Harman Kardon DVD player T ape/CDR Harman Kardon CD recorder CD Harman Kardon CD player AM/FM Operates H[...]

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    Button Phono VID 1 VID 2 VID 3 / VID Front T a pe MON / CDR CD AM FM Controls DMC 1000 DVD Player DVD Player CD Recorder CD Player/Changer Controls Controls HK 3390 only Control Codes Control Codes Control Codes Control Codes Control Codes HK 3390 only HK 3390 only Power On System Power On System/DMC Power On System/DVD Power On System/DVD Power On[...]

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    250 Crossways Park Drive , Woodbury , New Y ork 11797 www .harmankardon.com © 2008 Harman International Industries , Incorporated. All rights reserved. Part No . CQX1A1327Z 6/08 HK1695 3390OM 6/13/08 12:12 PM Page 28[...]