Harman-Kardon BDS770 Introduction, Verify Line Voltage Before Using, Unpacking, Cleaning

BDS 270/BDS 570

Introduction

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Thank You for Choosing Harman Kardon Products!

In the years since Harman Kardon engineers invented the high-fidelity receiver, we have taken to heart this philosophy: Bringing the joy of home entertainment to as many people as possible, adding performance and ease-of-use features that enhance the experience. The BDS series of home entertainment systems offers a complete home entertainment solution with a wealth of listening and viewing options in one sleek receiver.

To get the maximum enjoyment from your new BDS receiver we urge you to read this manual thoroughly and refer back to it as you become more familiar with your new receiver’s features and their operation.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or custom installer, or visit our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

Verify Line Voltage Before Using

Your BDS receiver has been designed for use with 110 – 240-volt, 50Hz/60Hz AC current and includes a detachable IEC power cable intended for use in the region where the receiver is sold.

Connection to a line voltage other than that for which the unit is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the units. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model or about the line voltage in your area, contact your dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to protect 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 if the unit ever needs repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. You can do it by carefully slitting the tape seams on the carton’s bottom and collapsing it. You can store cardboard inserts 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 materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping-protection materials are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.

Remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.

Installation Location

•• To ensure 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.

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

•• Avoid moist or humid locations.

•• Do not obstruct the fan vents on the rear panel or the ventilation slots on the top and sides of the unit or place objects directly over or next to them.

•• Do not place the receiver directly on top of a product that generates excessive heat.

Introduction, Verify Line Voltage Before Using,

Unpacking, Installation Location,

Cleaning, and Moving the Receiver

•• Due to the heat generated by the receiver there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or wood-veneer materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that heat or heavy objects may damage. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive to absorbing such marks, due to a variety of factors beyond Harman Kardon control, including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, normal heat and vibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. Your warranty will not cover this type of damage to furniture, so exercise caution in choosing an installation location for the component and in performing normal maintenance practices.

•• Your new Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc™ receiver requires a broadband Internet connection for BD-Live™interactivity.

Cleaning

When the receiver gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and only after unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately 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 Receiver

Before moving the receiver, disconnect any interconnection cords to other components, and disconnect the unit from its AC outlet.

Your BDS receiver is designed to be compatible with region management information that is encoded on most Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVD recordings. Your receiver will only play discs that contain region coding for the area where your receiver was shipped and intended for sale:

Europe, Middle East

Korea, S.E. Asia

Mexico, Latin America

Australia, New Zeland

Russia, India

China

For example, BDS receivers shipped to and sold in the USA will only play Blu-ray Discs that contain region code A and DVD discs that contain region code 1.