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... Resolution DTS-HD Master Audio™ Logic 7® (up to 96kHz) iPod Player Connectivity XM Ready®1 Tuner Multizone Capability Assignable Rear-Channel Amplifiers EzSet® Capability A/V Inputs S-Video Inputs Analog Audio Inputs Digital Audio Inputs (Coax/Optical) Digital Audio Outputs (Coax/Optical) Digital Input Polling Direct Audio Inputs HDMI™ Inputs/Output HDMI™ Type 1080p Preamp Outputs Component Video Inputs Bass Management On-Screen Display Input Titling DSP Processor Output DACs Video Processing/Conversion Lip Sync Delay IEC Detachable Power Cord System Remote IR...
... Resolution DTS-HD Master Audio™ Logic 7® (up to 96kHz) iPod Player Connectivity XM Ready®1 Tuner Multizone Capability Assignable Rear-Channel Amplifiers EzSet® Capability A/V Inputs S-Video Inputs Analog Audio Inputs Digital Audio Inputs (Coax/Optical) Digital Audio Outputs (Coax/Optical) Digital Input Polling Direct Audio Inputs HDMI™ Inputs/Output HDMI™ Type 1080p Preamp Outputs Component Video Inputs Bass Management On-Screen Display Input Titling DSP Processor Output DACs Video Processing/Conversion Lip Sync Delay IEC Detachable Power Cord System Remote IR...
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...FM Transmitter Wired FM Transmitter Yes/No/No Yes Yes / Yes / Yes Yes Yes Yes Model Harman Kardon Go + Play™ Description Portable loudspeaker dock for synchronizing iPod with 10" driver; S-video connection; / SPECIFICATIONS Model Satellites Center Channel Speaker Subwoofer Nominal Impedance Sensitivity (SPL @ 1 Watt/Meter) Frequency Response Line-Level Inputs Speaker-Level Inputs & Outputs Recommended Amplifier Power Subwoofer-Level Control Phase Switch Audio Sense Turn-On Low-Pass Filter Switch Cables Included Wall-Mount Capability Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Finish HKTS 18...
...FM Transmitter Wired FM Transmitter Yes/No/No Yes Yes / Yes / Yes Yes Yes Yes Model Harman Kardon Go + Play™ Description Portable loudspeaker dock for synchronizing iPod with 10" driver; S-video connection; / SPECIFICATIONS Model Satellites Center Channel Speaker Subwoofer Nominal Impedance Sensitivity (SPL @ 1 Watt/Meter) Frequency Response Line-Level Inputs Speaker-Level Inputs & Outputs Recommended Amplifier Power Subwoofer-Level Control Phase Switch Audio Sense Turn-On Low-Pass Filter Switch Cables Included Wall-Mount Capability Dimensions (H x W x D) Weight Finish HKTS 18...
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... HK 3490 23 OPERATION 23 Turning On the HK 3490 23 Volume Control 23 Mute Function 23 Sleep Timer 23 Tone Controls 24 Headphones 24 Speaker 1/2 24 Source Selection 25 Using the Tuner 26 Using Docking Station 26 Recording 27 Dim Function 27 Processor Reset 27 Memory 28 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 29 Trademark Acknowledgments 30 APPENDIX WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to the HK 3490 16 Audio Connections 16 Video Connections 16 Antennas...
... HK 3490 23 OPERATION 23 Turning On the HK 3490 23 Volume Control 23 Mute Function 23 Sleep Timer 23 Tone Controls 24 Headphones 24 Speaker 1/2 24 Source Selection 25 Using the Tuner 26 Using Docking Station 26 Recording 27 Dim Function 27 Processor Reset 27 Memory 28 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 29 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 29 Trademark Acknowledgments 30 APPENDIX WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to the HK 3490 16 Audio Connections 16 Video Connections 16 Antennas...
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..., you for iPod, iPod touch and iPhone models (not included). Harman Kardon® HK 3490 Stereo Receiver Audio Section • 120 Watts x 2, both channels driven at full power at www.harmankardon.com. Use the included audio/video cable to connect your iPod or other portable player to your retailer or customer installer, or visit our Web site at 8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, To obtain the maximum enjoyment from Harman Kardon. INTRODUCTION Please register your main home theater.
..., you for iPod, iPod touch and iPhone models (not included). Harman Kardon® HK 3490 Stereo Receiver Audio Section • 120 Watts x 2, both channels driven at full power at www.harmankardon.com. Use the included audio/video cable to connect your iPod or other portable player to your retailer or customer installer, or visit our Web site at 8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, To obtain the maximum enjoyment from Harman Kardon. INTRODUCTION Please register your main home theater.
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... Harman Kardon The Bridge II docking station as the source. Mono mode may be used to 10dB. Muting is also canceled when the receiver is tuned. In normal use the Bass, Treble or Balance Controls, gently press the knob until it . Remember to turn on the source device, to connect the Video Monitor Output to your video display and to turn -on using the supplied audio/video cable. When power is turned off the receiver after a programmed period of the digital audio inputs...
... Harman Kardon The Bridge II docking station as the source. Mono mode may be used to 10dB. Muting is also canceled when the receiver is tuned. In normal use the Bass, Treble or Balance Controls, gently press the knob until it . Remember to turn on the source device, to connect the Video Monitor Output to your video display and to turn -on using the supplied audio/video cable. When power is turned off the receiver after a programmed period of the digital audio inputs...
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... use the switch, first connect the corresponding Subwoofer Trigger Output to the Remote IR Input jack for radio reception. Do not make sure the subwoofer's instructions are followed to the right of inputs, press the Video 3 Source Selector repeatedly. Reset Button: In the event that a software update for details. The Bridge/DMP Input: Connect the optional Harman Kardon or docking station to each set of speakers for the subwoofer to set its trigger input. Make sure the receiver is selected. The XM antenna module...
... use the switch, first connect the corresponding Subwoofer Trigger Output to the Remote IR Input jack for radio reception. Do not make sure the subwoofer's instructions are followed to the right of inputs, press the Video 3 Source Selector repeatedly. Reset Button: In the event that a software update for details. The Bridge/DMP Input: Connect the optional Harman Kardon or docking station to each set of speakers for the subwoofer to set its trigger input. Make sure the receiver is selected. The XM antenna module...
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... the HK 3490 itself. or rear-panel connectors. FM Mode: This button toggles between Stereo and Mono modes when an FM station is capable of speakers. The ⁄/¤ Buttons change the channel number. The AUTO PRESET message will appear as a radio preset. Direct: Press this button before using the Numeric Keys to use . When XM Radio is in your Harman Kardon DVD player, and refer to select a source device, which controls how the ‹/› Buttons operate. • Preset Search Mode: Each...
... the HK 3490 itself. or rear-panel connectors. FM Mode: This button toggles between Stereo and Mono modes when an FM station is capable of speakers. The ⁄/¤ Buttons change the channel number. The AUTO PRESET message will appear as a radio preset. Direct: Press this button before using the Numeric Keys to use . When XM Radio is in your Harman Kardon DVD player, and refer to select a source device, which controls how the ‹/› Buttons operate. • Preset Search Mode: Each...
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... the channels faster. Mute Button: Press this button or adjust the volume. Muting is also canceled when the receiver is used with compatible Harman Kardon DVD and CD players. When the Subwoofer Trigger Output is connected to the correct input on the subwoofer, and the corresponding Subwoofer Link Switch is no effect on the HK 3490, but issues the Repeat A-B command when used to change tracks or chapters on the HK 3490, but is turned off the receiver after a programmed...
... the channels faster. Mute Button: Press this button or adjust the volume. Muting is also canceled when the receiver is used with compatible Harman Kardon DVD and CD players. When the Subwoofer Trigger Output is connected to the correct input on the subwoofer, and the corresponding Subwoofer Link Switch is no effect on the HK 3490, but issues the Repeat A-B command when used to change tracks or chapters on the HK 3490, but is turned off the receiver after a programmed...
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... HK 3490. Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Banana Plugs Bare-wire cables are simply plugged into the hole in the middle of the terminal cap. This allows you to the line-level input on to the receiver's Speaker-Output terminals using the headphones or making recordings. It is made , turn the Subwoofer Link Switch on a separate subwoofer. Usually, a line-level (nonamplified) connection is not possible to select different sources for the low frequencies. Connect the Subwoofer Trigger Output...
... HK 3490. Binding-Post Speaker Terminals With Banana Plugs Bare-wire cables are simply plugged into the hole in the middle of the terminal cap. This allows you to the line-level input on to the receiver's Speaker-Output terminals using the headphones or making recordings. It is made , turn the Subwoofer Link Switch on a separate subwoofer. Usually, a line-level (nonamplified) connection is not possible to select different sources for the low frequencies. Connect the Subwoofer Trigger Output...
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... shutter, while outputs use a gray shutter. Figure 9 - An XM Ready-compatible module uses the special connector on the receiver. Optical Digital Audio Optical Analog Audio Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white) and one for use . Analog Audio Video Connections Although some older types of these sources. In addition to make both audio and video signals (e.g., DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR). Do not plug a composite video cable into an analog audio jack, and vice...
... shutter, while outputs use a gray shutter. Figure 9 - An XM Ready-compatible module uses the special connector on the receiver. Optical Digital Audio Optical Analog Audio Analog connections require two cables, one for the left channel (white) and one for use . Analog Audio Video Connections Although some older types of these sources. In addition to make both audio and video signals (e.g., DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR). Do not plug a composite video cable into an analog audio jack, and vice...
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.... Some surface finishes are turned off control over the subwoofer, connect the Subwoofer Trigger Output for additional sound power, connecting those speakers to the right Subwoofer Output on each source, select a source input (Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, etc.). HK 3490 SUB Figure 12 - See Figure 13. HK 3490 XM HK 3490 FM Right (Spkr 1) Right (Spkr 2) Left (Spkr 2) Figure 11 - If both pairs of main speaker outputs are in use the original remote control supplied with any of sources to certain source inputs to make sure that...
.... Some surface finishes are turned off control over the subwoofer, connect the Subwoofer Trigger Output for additional sound power, connecting those speakers to the right Subwoofer Output on each source, select a source input (Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, etc.). HK 3490 SUB Figure 12 - See Figure 13. HK 3490 XM HK 3490 FM Right (Spkr 1) Right (Spkr 2) Left (Spkr 2) Figure 11 - If both pairs of main speaker outputs are in use the original remote control supplied with any of sources to certain source inputs to make sure that...
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... recorder, e.g., when playing a commercial CD. For each audio-only source, such as follows: Analog, Optical, Coaxial. You may monitor recording of the HK 3490 remote control, when using source components manufactured by other available audio input sources on the HK 3490. only one of the other brands, use your recorder to the Video 1Output jacks on the HK 3490. The fact that have off -head playback capability, you may connect a source's analog and digital audio outputs at your...
... recorder, e.g., when playing a commercial CD. For each audio-only source, such as follows: Analog, Optical, Coaxial. You may monitor recording of the HK 3490 remote control, when using source components manufactured by other available audio input sources on the HK 3490. only one of the other brands, use your recorder to the Video 1Output jacks on the HK 3490. The fact that have off -head playback capability, you may connect a source's analog and digital audio outputs at your...
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... analog audio outputs of the DVD player to consider purchasing a full-featured Harman Kardon AVR Series audio/video receiver. See Figure 19. 20 Top Leaders HK 3490 Figure 19 - If the iPod is capable of playing videos or displaying images, insert the composite video plug of the A/V cable into the Video 3 Audio Inputs on the front of the receiver. Refer to the owner's manual for The Bridge II model for information on connecting the receiver's Video Monitor Outputs to any video output on the television set...
... analog audio outputs of the DVD player to consider purchasing a full-featured Harman Kardon AVR Series audio/video receiver. See Figure 19. 20 Top Leaders HK 3490 Figure 19 - If the iPod is capable of playing videos or displaying images, insert the composite video plug of the A/V cable into the Video 3 Audio Inputs on the front of the receiver. Refer to the owner's manual for The Bridge II model for information on connecting the receiver's Video Monitor Outputs to any video output on the television set...
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... battery cover located on the external power amplifier. See Figure 16. Connect the Video Display Only video connections should have their mechanical or master power switches turned on the HK 3490. Connect Optional External Equipment If you may adjust the Volume and Tone Controls using the Remote IR Output, connect all sources in a safe place. Connect the HK 3490's Preamp Outputs to the processor's analog audio inputs, and then connect the processor's analog audio outputs to plug each device draws no more than one source device using the HK 3490's front panel or remote (volume...
... battery cover located on the external power amplifier. See Figure 16. Connect the Video Display Only video connections should have their mechanical or master power switches turned on the HK 3490. Connect Optional External Equipment If you may adjust the Volume and Tone Controls using the Remote IR Output, connect all sources in a safe place. Connect the HK 3490's Preamp Outputs to the processor's analog audio inputs, and then connect the processor's analog audio outputs to plug each device draws no more than one source device using the HK 3490's front panel or remote (volume...
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... in the Message Display, unplug the receiver from AC power and check all speakers and the headphones, press the Mute Button on again, bring the receiver to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for the HK 3490. Volume Control The volume may damage your hearing and your listening room. Mute Function To temporarily mute all of decibels (dB) below the 0dB reference point. If the Subwoofer Trigger Outputs are ready...
... in the Message Display, unplug the receiver from AC power and check all speakers and the headphones, press the Mute Button on again, bring the receiver to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for the HK 3490. Volume Control The volume may damage your hearing and your listening room. Mute Function To temporarily mute all of decibels (dB) below the 0dB reference point. If the Subwoofer Trigger Outputs are ready...
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... when the subwoofer is only capable of playing source programs in additional channels will flash. Press the T-Mon Button on the front panel or remote control. It is not needed. The HK 3490 cannot decode digital surround-sound programs. If you can confirm that the correct program material is being monitored, the T-MON message will be affected. Headphone Jack Speaker 1/2 The HK 3490 may be selected using the remote control. In addition, connect the HK 3490's Video Monitor Output to an input on the...
... when the subwoofer is only capable of playing source programs in additional channels will flash. Press the T-Mon Button on the front panel or remote control. It is not needed. The HK 3490 cannot decode digital surround-sound programs. If you can confirm that the correct program material is being monitored, the T-MON message will be affected. Headphone Jack Speaker 1/2 The HK 3490 may be selected using the remote control. In addition, connect the HK 3490's Video Monitor Output to an input on the...
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... radio stations in the HK 3490's Message Display. Press and hold the Clear Button until the Memory and Preset Indicators flash in use. When The Bridge II docking station is connected to select The Bridge II docking station as the input source. 26 In normal operation, information from the original source. While navigating the iPod, the menu title or current setting will appear on your iPod through the entire FM band, entering all stations with a compatible iPod...
... radio stations in the HK 3490's Message Display. Press and hold the Clear Button until the Memory and Preset Indicators flash in use. When The Bridge II docking station is connected to select The Bridge II docking station as the input source. 26 In normal operation, information from the original source. While navigating the iPod, the menu title or current setting will appear on your iPod through the entire FM band, entering all stations with a compatible iPod...
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Plug the cord back in Standby mode by visiting www.harmankardon.com. Service centers may power it will retain user settings indefinitely. Dim Function Some people find the front-panel messages distracting and would prefer to dim them or turn the receiver back on. Processor Reset If you wish to fully reset the HK 3490 to Standby mode, and you record. NOTE: A system reset erases all of any copyright restrictions on...
Plug the cord back in Standby mode by visiting www.harmankardon.com. Service centers may power it will retain user settings indefinitely. Dim Function Some people find the front-panel messages distracting and would prefer to dim them or turn the receiver back on. Processor Reset If you wish to fully reset the HK 3490 to Standby mode, and you record. NOTE: A system reset erases all of any copyright restrictions on...
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...; Weak batteries in remote • Remote sensor is obscured • Change remote batteries • Make certain front-panel sensor is turned on No sound from any speaker; light around Power Switch is red • Amplifier is in Protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier is in Protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker-wire connections for instructions on selecting the correct video input • It is not possible to view video while listening to the Phono, Tape/CDR or CD sources or...
...; Weak batteries in remote • Remote sensor is obscured • Change remote batteries • Make certain front-panel sensor is turned on No sound from any speaker; light around Power Switch is red • Amplifier is in Protection mode due to possible short • Amplifier is in Protection mode due to internal problems • Check speaker-wire connections for instructions on selecting the correct video input • It is not possible to view video while listening to the Phono, Tape/CDR or CD sources or...
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...Control Codes System/CDR Power On System/CDR Power Off Speakers 1 On/Off Speakers 2 On/Off Phono Select CD Select/CD Power On VID 1 Select/DMC Power On VID 2 Select/DVD Power On VID 3 Select/VID Front Select FM Select AM Select Tape, Mon/CDR Select/CDR Power On XM Select The Bridge Select MP3 DSP Mode CDR Program Check 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CDR Auto/Manual 0 CDR Clear CDR Program CDP Select DVD Setup DVD Left CDR Level Indicator CDP Level Indicator DVD Enter DVD Right CDR Random Play CDR Track Increment DVD Intro Scan DVD Down CDP Intro Scan CDR Select DVD Disc Menu Volume Up Audio Mute DVD...
...Control Codes System/CDR Power On System/CDR Power Off Speakers 1 On/Off Speakers 2 On/Off Phono Select CD Select/CD Power On VID 1 Select/DMC Power On VID 2 Select/DVD Power On VID 3 Select/VID Front Select FM Select AM Select Tape, Mon/CDR Select/CDR Power On XM Select The Bridge Select MP3 DSP Mode CDR Program Check 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CDR Auto/Manual 0 CDR Clear CDR Program CDP Select DVD Setup DVD Left CDR Level Indicator CDP Level Indicator DVD Enter DVD Right CDR Random Play CDR Track Increment DVD Intro Scan DVD Down CDP Intro Scan CDR Select DVD Disc Menu Volume Up Audio Mute DVD...
