Harman-Kardon AVR 500 manual Important Safety Information, Unpacking

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Safety Information

Important Safety Information

Verify Line Voltage Before Use

Your AVR 500 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line volt- age 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 the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Do Not Use Extension Cords

To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord attached to your unit. We do not recom- mend that extension cords be used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately with cords meeting factory specifications.

Handle the AC Power Cord Gently When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for any considerable length of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.

Do Not Open the Cabinet

There are no user-serviceable components inside this product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any modification to the product will void your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a paper clip, wire or 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 Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is con- nected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead- in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna dis- charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-

40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

Installation Location

To assure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.

Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the unit for ventila- tion. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the 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 an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.

Avoid moist or humid locations.

Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them.

Cleaning

When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe dry immedi- ately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Unit

Before moving the unit, be certain to discon- nect any interconnection cords with other com- ponents, and make certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.

Important Information for the User

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class-B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gener- ates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-

ference to radio communication. However, there is no guarantee that harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equip- ment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which 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 to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harm- ful interference, and (2) this device must accept interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to pro- tect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping 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 care- fully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and collapsing the carton. Other cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved 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 discard those materials at a local recycling center.

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Contents Page AVR 500 Audio/Video Receiver AVR 500 Audio/Video Receiver While complex digital systems are hard Description and FeaturesIntroduction Unpacking Safety InformationImportant Safety Information Volume Control ÷ Delay Digital Input Selector ù Set Button Preset Stations Selector * Tuner ModeFront Panel Controls Information Display Remote SensorCh Direct inputs ¤ as the listening source Front Panel Information Display Analog Source Indictor This indicatorNight Mode Indicator This indicator £ AM Rear Panel ConnectionsRear Panel Connections AVR Selector Remote Control FunctionsForward/Reverse Transport Buttons z Night Mode ` Multi-Room OSD Button Press this button to view the on-screen displays Remote Control Functions System Installation Installation and ConnectionsAudio Equipment Connections Connect the analog output of a CD player to the CD inputsSystem and Power Connections Speaker Placement System ConfigurationSpeaker Selection and Placement Plug the Power Cable ¡ into an unswitched AC outlet System SetupUsing the On-Screen Display Speaker ConfigurationCEN Speaker Output Level AdjustmentDelay Settings Vor in the on-screen display Press the Set button i To set the delay times, follow these stepsPress the Set button i Basic Operation OperationDisplay Brightness Semi-OSDSource Selection Volume ControlSurround-Mode Selection Main Information Display V will now read VFD FullSurround Mode Chart Digital Audio Playback Night ModeSelecting a Digital Source Dolby DigitalRecalling Preset Stations Preset TuningTuner Operation PCM Audio PlaybackMemory Backup Output-Level Trim AdjustmentTape Recording Channel Direct InputInstallation Multiroom SetupMultiroom Operation Multiroom OperationProgramming the Remote Programming the RemoteMacro Programming Volume Punch-ThroughProgrammed Device Functions Reassigning Device-Control Selectors Press the Volume Up buttonFunction List Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Tables TV038 070 083 008 024 030 065 101 143 160059 143 154169 019 047004 058 101 127 133 143 160Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number Setup Code Tables VCR133 140 054020 031 063 034 067Setup Code Tables DVD Setup Code Tables CDSetup Code Tables Cable Setup Code Tables DVD/LDSetup Code Tables SAT Manufacturer/Brand Setup Code Number Remote Control ModelProcessor Reset Troubleshooting GuideAmplifier is in protection mode Display brightness is turned offTechnical Specifications