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INTRODUCTION 3
Introduction
Congratulations! With the purchase of the
Harman Kardon HK 3480 you are about to begin
many years of listening enjoyment.
Harman Kardon HK 3480 you are about to begin
many years of listening enjoyment.
While sophisticated systems are hard at work
within the HK 3480 to make all of this happen,
hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed
connections and a comprehensive remote
control make the HK 3480 easy to use.
within the HK 3480 to make all of this happen,
hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed
connections and a comprehensive remote
control make the HK 3480 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 func-
tions of the various controls will enable you to
take advantage of all the power the HK 3480 is
able to deliver.
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 func-
tions of the various controls will enable you to
take advantage of all the power the HK 3480 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 informa-
tion.
installation or operation, please contact your
dealer. He is your best local source of informa-
tion.
Description and Features
Harman Kardon’s HK 3480 is the world’s first
stereo receiver to offer VMAx
Harman Kardon’s HK 3480 is the world’s first
stereo receiver to offer VMAx
®
. VMAx is a propri-
etary signal-processing technique that creates
an open, spacious sound field when only two
loudspeakers are available. VMAx circuitry is able
to decode the ambience of a concert hall or
theater from a stereo recording.
an open, spacious sound field when only two
loudspeakers are available. VMAx circuitry is able
to decode the ambience of a concert hall or
theater from a stereo recording.
Harman Kardon’s HK 3480 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 contin-
ue to enjoy your existing record collection as
well as the latest CD recordings.
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 contin-
ue to enjoy your existing record collection as
well as the latest CD recordings.
The HK 3480’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 receiv-
er more than fifty years ago. With state-of-the-
art features and time-honored circuit designs,
the HK 3480 is one of the finest receivers ever
offered by Harman Kardon.
er more than fifty years ago. With state-of-the-
art features and time-honored circuit designs,
the HK 3480 is one of the finest receivers ever
offered by Harman Kardon.
■ Harman Kardon Designed High-Current,
Ultrawide Bandwidth Amplifier
■ VMAx Processing Mode - Exclusive
to Harman Kardon Receivers
■ Four video inputs and a recording
output
■ Front-panel audio/video inputs
■ Phono Input Section
■ Speaker 1/Speaker 2 Outputs for
■ Phono Input Section
■ Speaker 1/Speaker 2 Outputs for
High- Quality Sound in Two Locations
■ Pre-Out/Main-In jacks for use with
External Amplifiers, Equalizers or
Speaker Processors
Speaker Processors
■ System Remote Contol with Numeric
Keys
■ Subwoofer Output
■ Tuner with RDS Data Program
■ Tuner with RDS Data Program
Information Displays
Important Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your HK 3480 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 HK 3480 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.
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 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 prod-
uct 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 prod-
uct 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
■ To assure proper operation, and to avoid the
■ To assure proper operation, and to avoid the
potential for safety hazards, place the unit on
a firm and level surface, that can support the
weight of the product.
a firm and level surface, that can support the
weight of the product.
■ 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.
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.
sunlight or heating equipment.
■ Avoid moist or humid locations.
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the
top of the unit, or place objects directly over
them.
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.
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 disconnect
any interconnection cords with other compo-
nents, 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 compo-
nents, and make certain that you disconnect the
unit from the AC outlet.
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.
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.
If you do not wish to save the packaging materi-
als, 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.
als, 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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