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Introduction

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BDS 280

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Harman Kardon BDS 280 Blu-Ray Disc™ receiver. The BDS 
280 is a sleek, high-performance, 2.1 channel, 3D Blu-ray Disc™ system with 325 watts 
of high fidelity amplified surround sound.
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, which:

•  Contains a description of the BDS 280’s features
•  Lists the items included in the box
•  Describes the BDS 280 and its components
•  Includes step-by-step instructions that will help you set up and get started 

with the BDS 280

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.

Description and Features

The BDS 280 features:

•  Three HDMI inputs (one with MHL) with 3D
•  An HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)
•  Wi-Fi connectivity
•  Apple® AirPlay®
•  Bluetooth® MultiConnect technology
•  NFC pairing
•  DLNA® 1.5

Connect the BDS 280 to online sources such as Picasa, AccuWeather, and Pandora®. The 
Harman Kardon BDS 280 is the world’s first Blue-Ray system with Dolby volume—
Groove to your favourite music, in high fidelity sound with Dolby TrueHD® and DTS-HD®.

Unpacking

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Preserving the Packaging Material

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.

Disposing of the Packaging Material

If you do not wish to save the packaging material, 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. 

Included Items 

  

If any of these items are missing please contact Harman Kardon customer service via 
www.harmankardon.com

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 circum-
stances, 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 exces-

sive heat.

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