User manual HARMAN KARDON HK620

[. . . ] Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top surface of the unit by placing objects on them. Otherwise, the temperature inside the unit may rise, possibly affecting its long-term reliability. To ensure sufficient ventilation, the product should be placed in an open area with free air flow. Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on or near the amplifier. Moving the Unit Before moving the unit, be sure to pull out the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect the interconnection cords with other units. [. . . ] If you use the unit under this condition, it may cause a fire shock hazard. If necessary, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water and then with a dry cloth. Never use benzene, thinner, alcohol or other volatile agents, and avoid spraying an insecticide near the unit. Warning Signs If you detect an abnormal smell or smoke, immediately turn the amplifier off and unplug the power cord. It is essential for shipping, should you move, or in the event the unit ever needs repair. INTRODUCTION 3 ENGLISH Connections Speaker System 1 Right channel Record Player Cassette Tape Deck CD Recorder Speaker System 1 Left channel To wall outlet Right channel Speaker System 2 Left channel Speaker System 2 External Power Amp Video Player 2 Video Player 1 Tuner Compact Disc Player Connecting Other Components 1. Connect each component's Output/Play jacks to the corresponding Input jacks on the back of your amplifier and, if available, the component's Input/Record jacks to the Output jacks of the HK620. Use the white, black or gray plugs to connect Left channel jacks; use the red plugs for Right channel jacks. A record player with MM cartridge must be connected to the Phono Input jacks and a separate ground wire to the ground terminal screw above. Wired Remote Control To control your amplifier with an external infrared remote sensor, connect the wire from the remote sensor to the REMOTE IN jack on the back panel. Or, if another stereo component has a built-in infrared remote sensor and a Remote Output jack, it may be possible to connect this jack to the REMOTE IN jack of your amplifier. All Harman Kardon products with »Remote In« and »Remote Out« jacks are compatible with one another, except for the Citation 22, 24 and 25. · To control a compatible CD Recorder "CDR" must be selected as input and the drive to be controlled (CDP or CDR) must be selected appropriately with the "CDP SELECT" or "CDR SELECT" buttons. Operating Conditions The control unit operates effectively within a distance of 7 meters and an angle of 30° from the amplifier. Using the control near fluorescent lights may shorten this range, as will any dust or dirt that accumulates on the front of the remote control or the remote sensor area of the amplifier. The control unit is powered by two AA batteries, included with your amplifier. When the remote is to be unused for an extended period, remove the batteries to prevent damage from corrosion. Remote button functions Button ON OFF Tuner Phono TV Tape Aux CD Volume + CDR 10+ Mode Folder + 10Volume Folder Previous JH I Play/Pause Next IK Search HH A Stop Search II Open/Close Scroll + Repeat Random Scroll 0 ~ 9 (Numeric Keys) Auto FM Mode RDS Mute Band Select HK620 Power On Power Off Select Tuner Select Phono Select TV Select Tape Select Aux Select CD Volume Up Select CDR Select Mode Volume Down Mute Sound CD Player Tuner Power Off Power Off Power On Power On Current Track +10 Next Folder Current Track -10 Previous Folder Skip Previous Play/Pause Skip Next Fast Reverse Stop Fast Forward Open/Close Tuning Up Repeat Play Random Play Tuning Down Track Select Preset Select Auto Tune FM Mode Select RDS Display Select Band Select Tune Mode Select HK620 6 REMOTE CONTROL Operating Instructions Listening to your CD player, tape deck, tuner or other source 1. Turn Volume control to minimum level and press the flat Power switch to turn on the amplifier. The power indicator lights blue and the protection circuitry checks for short circuit or other problems for a few seconds before sound output. Press "Speaker 1" to hear loudspeakers connected to the rear Speakers 1 terminals. Press "Speaker 2" to hear loudspeakers connected to the rear Speakers 2 terminals. To listen to headphones only, press to turn off any active speaker pair. Select desired source for listening by pressing the front panel Source up or down repeatedly until the name of the source is shown in the Main Information Display or by pressing the desired Source button on the remote control. [. . . ] By turning the Volume Button to the right, the bass level will increase, turning the Volume Button left will decrease the bass level. Once the desired bass level has been set, press the Mode Button to set the requested level for the treble. By turning the Volume Button to the right, the treble level will increase, turning the Volume Button left will decrease the treble level. Once the desired treble level has been set, press the Mode Button to set the requested level for the balance. [. . . ]