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HK3270 RDS
Stereo Receiver
Owner’s Manual
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Owner’s Manual
HK3270 RDS Stereo Receiver
ENGLISH
Table of Contents
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Important Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Front Panel Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6
Rear Panel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8
Remote Control Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–10
Installation and Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–13
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–18
Basic Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Source Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–15
Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15–16
RDS Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16–17
Tape Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Memory Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Processor Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
©1998 Harman Kardon, Incorporated
250 Crossways Park Drive
Woodbury, NY 11797
Woodbury, NY 11797
Introduction
1
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Congratulations! With the purchase of
the Harman Kardon HK3270 RDS you are
about to begin many years of listening
enjoyment. The HK3270 RDS has been
custom designed to provide all the
excitement and power of rock, jazz and
popular music, and every nuance of
classical selections.
the Harman Kardon HK3270 RDS you are
about to begin many years of listening
enjoyment. The HK3270 RDS has been
custom designed to provide all the
excitement and power of rock, jazz and
popular music, and every nuance of
classical selections.
While sophisticated systems are hard at
work within the HK3270 RDS to make all
of this happen, hookup and operation are
simple. Color-keyed connections and a
comprehensive remote control make the
HK3270 RDS easy to use.
work within the HK3270 RDS to make all
of this happen, hookup and operation are
simple. Color-keyed connections and a
comprehensive remote control make the
HK3270 RDS easy to use.
To obtain maximum enjoyment from your
new receiver, we urge you to take a few
minutes to read through this manual. This
will ensure that connections to speakers,
source playback units and other external
devices are made properly. In addition, a
few minutes spent learning the functions of
the various controls will enable you to take
advantage of all the power the HK3270 RDS
is able to deliver.
new receiver, we urge you to take a few
minutes to read through this manual. This
will ensure that connections to speakers,
source playback units and other external
devices are made properly. In addition, a
few minutes spent learning the functions of
the various controls will enable you to take
advantage of all the power the HK3270 RDS
is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this
product, its installation or operation,
please contact your dealer. He is your best
local source of information.
product, its installation or operation,
please contact your dealer. He is your best
local source of information.
Description and Features
The HK3270 RDS is a full-featured Stereo
receiver, with five inputs and an FM
stereo/FM/AM tuner with RDS capabilities
that provide for the utmost flexibility. A
high-quality phono input is available so
that you may continue to enjoy your
existing record collection as well as the
latest CD recordings.
The HK3270 RDS is a full-featured Stereo
receiver, with five inputs and an FM
stereo/FM/AM tuner with RDS capabilities
that provide for the utmost flexibility. A
high-quality phono input is available so
that you may continue to enjoy your
existing record collection as well as the
latest CD recordings.
The HK3270 RDS’s powerful amplifier uses
traditional Harman Kardon High-Current
Design philosophies to meet the wide
dynamic range of any program selection.
traditional Harman Kardon High-Current
Design philosophies to meet the wide
dynamic range of any program selection.
Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity
receiver more than forty-five years ago.
With state-of-the-art features and time-
honored circuit designs, the HK3270 RDS
is one of the finest receivers ever offered by
Harman Kardon.
receiver more than forty-five years ago.
With state-of-the-art features and time-
honored circuit designs, the HK3270 RDS
is one of the finest receivers ever offered by
Harman Kardon.
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Harman Kardon Designed High-
Current, Ultrawide Bandwidth
Amplifier
Current, Ultrawide Bandwidth
Amplifier
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Preamp and Subwoofer Outputs for
Use With External Power Amplifiers
Use With External Power Amplifiers
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Phono Input Section
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Tuner with RDS Data Program
Information Displays
Information Displays
Important Information
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Impor
tant Safe
ty Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your HK3270 RDS has been designed for
use with 220-240-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.
Your HK3270 RDS has been designed for
use with 220-240-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 the line voltage in your
area, contact your selling dealer before
plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
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
recommend 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.
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power
cord attached to your unit. We do not
recommend 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.
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 staple
accidentally falls inside the unit,
disconnect it from the AC power source
immediately, and consult an authorized
service station.
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 staple
accidentally falls inside the unit,
disconnect it from the AC power source
immediately, and consult an authorized
service station.
Installation Location
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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.
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.
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Make certain that proper space is
provided 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
cabinet. Under some circumstances a
fan may be required.
provided 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
cabinet. Under some circumstances a
fan may be required.
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Do not place the unit directly on a
carpeted surface.
carpeted surface.
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Avoid installation in extremely hot or
cold locations, or an area that is exposed
to direct sunlight or heating equipment.
cold locations, or an area that is exposed
to direct sunlight or heating equipment.
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Avoid moist or humid locations.
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Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on
the top of the unit, or place objects
directly over them.
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 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.
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 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 Unit
Before moving the unit, be certain to
disconnect any interconnection cords with
other components, and make certain that
you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.
Before moving the unit, be certain to
disconnect any interconnection cords with
other components, and make certain that
you disconnect the unit from the AC 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 should the
unit ever need repair.
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 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 carefully slitting the tape seams
on the bottom and collapsing the carton
down to a more two-dimensional
appearance. 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.
storage, you may wish to flatten it. This is
done by carefully slitting the tape seams
on the bottom and collapsing the carton
down to a more two-dimensional
appearance. 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
materials, please note that the carton and
other sections of the shipping protection
are recyclable. Please respect the
environment and discard those materials
at a local recycling center.
materials, please note that the carton and
other sections of the shipping protection
are recyclable. Please respect the
environment and discard those materials
at a local recycling center.
