Harman Kardon HK 970 (serv.man3) User Manual / Operation Manual ▷ View online
HK 970 Integrated Amplifier
OWNER’S MANUAL
Power for the Digital Revolution
®
2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Introduction
4 Connections
5 Controls and Functions
6 Remote Control
7 Operating Instructions
7 Troubleshooting
8 Specifications
Table of Contents
We, Harman Consumer Group International
2, route de Tours
F-72500 Château-du-Loir
France
F-72500 Château-du-Loir
France
declare in own responsibility, that the
product described in this owners manual is
in compliance with technical standards:
EN 55013:2001 + A1:2003
EN 55020:2002 + A1:2003
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001
EN 60065:2002
EN 55020:2002 + A1:2003
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995 + A1:2001
EN 60065:2002
Jurjen Amsterdam
Harman Consumer Group International
01/05
Harman Consumer Group International
01/05
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
INTRODUCTION 3
Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of the
Harman Kardon HK 970 Integrated Amplifier.
Harman Kardon HK 970 Integrated Amplifier.
In order to obtain the best performance from
this integrated amplifier, please be sure to read
this owner's manual and use your integrated
amplifier only in accordance with its instructions.
this integrated amplifier, please be sure to read
this owner's manual and use your integrated
amplifier only in accordance with its instructions.
The special features of this unit include:
HCC
(High Instantaneous Current Capability)
The amplifier sections react rapidly to musical
transients, providing the instantaneous current
necessary to precisely drive and control nearly
any loudspeaker system.
(High Instantaneous Current Capability)
The amplifier sections react rapidly to musical
transients, providing the instantaneous current
necessary to precisely drive and control nearly
any loudspeaker system.
Ultrawide Bandwidth
The bandwidth of this unit is exceptionally wide
and is independent of negative feedback. This
improves transient accuracy and phase linearity.
The bandwidth of this unit is exceptionally wide
and is independent of negative feedback. This
improves transient accuracy and phase linearity.
Low Negative Feedback
This unit has been designed to have low distor-
tion and wide bandwidth without high negative
feedback. This further improves its dynamic
accuracy.
This unit has been designed to have low distor-
tion and wide bandwidth without high negative
feedback. This further improves its dynamic
accuracy.
Discrete Component Circuitry
In order to achieve the above goals, all discrete
electronic circuitry has been employed. No
available integrated circuits could provide this
high level of performance.
In order to achieve the above goals, all discrete
electronic circuitry has been employed. No
available integrated circuits could provide this
high level of performance.
Sophisticated Electronic
Protection Circuitry
Harman Kardon's unique protection circuitry
guards the amplifier from short circuit or
damaged speakers and wires, without impairing
sound quality by the use of current limiting or
output relays.
Protection Circuitry
Harman Kardon's unique protection circuitry
guards the amplifier from short circuit or
damaged speakers and wires, without impairing
sound quality by the use of current limiting or
output relays.
General instructions
Always Use at 230V AC
This unit is designed for operation with 230VAC.
Use only domestic AC outlets. Connecting the
unit to an outlet supplying a higher voltage may
create a fire hazard.
This unit is designed for operation with 230VAC.
Use only domestic AC outlets. Connecting the
unit to an outlet supplying a higher voltage may
create a fire hazard.
Handle the Power Cord Gently
Do not disconnect the plug from the AC outlet
by pulling the cord; always pull the plug itself.
Pulling the cord may damage it. If you do not
intend to use your unit for any considerable
length of time, turn the unit off completely by
taking the power cord out of the AC wall outlet.
Do not place furniture or other heavy objects on
the cord, and try to avoid dropping heavy
objects on it. Also do not tie a knot in the power
cord. Not only may the cord be damaged, it can
also cause a short circuit with a consequent fire
hazard.
Do not disconnect the plug from the AC outlet
by pulling the cord; always pull the plug itself.
Pulling the cord may damage it. If you do not
intend to use your unit for any considerable
length of time, turn the unit off completely by
taking the power cord out of the AC wall outlet.
Do not place furniture or other heavy objects on
the cord, and try to avoid dropping heavy
objects on it. Also do not tie a knot in the power
cord. Not only may the cord be damaged, it can
also cause a short circuit with a consequent fire
hazard.
Place of installation
Place the unit on a firm and level surface.
Avoid installing your unit under the following
conditions:
Place the unit on a firm and level surface.
Avoid installing your unit under the following
conditions:
■ Moist or humid places.
■ Places exposed to direct sunlight or
■ Places exposed to direct sunlight or
close to heating equipment.
■ Extremely cold locations.
■ Places subject to excessive vibration
■ Places subject to excessive vibration
or dust.
■ Poorly ventilated places.
Provide sufficient ventilation, do not block
ventilation openings.
ventilation openings.
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.
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.
should be placed in an open area with free air
flow.
Do not place a CD player or other equipment
on top of the amplifier.
on top of the amplifier.
Do not expose the amplifier to dripping or
splashing. Do not place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on or near the amplifier.
splashing. 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.
Before moving the unit, be sure to pull out the
power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect
the interconnection cords with other units.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
To prevent shock hazard, do not tamper with
internal components for inspection or mainte-
nance. Harman Kardon does not guarantee
against performance degradation resulting from
any modification. If water, a hairpin or wire acci-
dentally enters the unit, immediately pull the
plug from the AC outlet to prevent shock and
consult an authorized Harman Kardon service
station. If you use the unit under this condition,
it may cause a fire shock hazard.
To prevent shock hazard, do not tamper with
internal components for inspection or mainte-
nance. Harman Kardon does not guarantee
against performance degradation resulting from
any modification. If water, a hairpin or wire acci-
dentally enters the unit, immediately pull the
plug from the AC outlet to prevent shock and
consult an authorized Harman Kardon service
station. If you use the unit under this condition,
it may cause a fire shock hazard.
Cleaning
If the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a soft dry cloth.
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.
If the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a soft dry cloth.
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. Contact your dealer or nearest
Harman Kardon service center.
If you detect an abnormal smell or smoke,
immediately turn the amplifier off and unplug
the power cord. Contact your dealer or nearest
Harman Kardon service center.
Packaging
Save all packing material. It is essential for
shipping, should you move, or in the event the
unit ever needs repair.
Save all packing material. It is essential for
shipping, should you move, or in the event the
unit ever needs repair.
4
CONNECTIONS
Connections
Connecting Other Components
1. Make sure your amplifier and other compo-
1. Make sure your amplifier and other compo-
nents are turned off.
2. Connect each component's Output/Play jacks
to the corresponding Input jacks on the back
of your amplifier and, if available, the compo-
nent’s Input/Record jacks to the Output jacks
of the HK 970. Use the white, black or gray
plugs to connect Left channel jacks; use the
red plugs for Right channel jacks.
of your amplifier and, if available, the compo-
nent’s Input/Record jacks to the Output jacks
of the HK 970. Use the white, black or gray
plugs to connect Left channel jacks; use the
red plugs for Right channel jacks.
3. 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.
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.
Other manufacturers' remote sensors and com-
ponents may not be compatible, but it will not
hurt to experiment. A second wire may be used
to connect your amplifier's REMOTE OUT jack to
the Remote Input of another stereo component.
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.
Other manufacturers' remote sensors and com-
ponents may not be compatible, but it will not
hurt to experiment. A second wire may be used
to connect your amplifier's REMOTE OUT jack to
the Remote Input of another stereo component.
Continue this process to include additional
components (if compatible).
components (if compatible).
Connecting Speakers
1. For best performance, use high quality
1. For best performance, use high quality
speaker cables. However, ordinary copper wire
can be used if the gauge meets the following
requirements:
can be used if the gauge meets the following
requirements:
Wire Min.
Length
Length
Diameter
Up to 2.5 meter
1 mm
Up to 4 meter
1.25 mm
Up to 6 meter
1.6 mm
Above 6 meter
2-2.5 mm
2. Avoid rolling excess wire with or near signal
interconnects.
External Power Amplifiers
For applications where higher power is desired,
connect the Pre-Out Jacks to the Main In Jacks
of an external power amplifier. The level of the
output can be adjusted between -3 and +3 dB
with an internal button. To adjust the level, gen-
tly insert a small screwdriver into the button and
turn clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise
to decrease the output level.
For applications where higher power is desired,
connect the Pre-Out Jacks to the Main In Jacks
of an external power amplifier. The level of the
output can be adjusted between -3 and +3 dB
with an internal button. To adjust the level, gen-
tly insert a small screwdriver into the button and
turn clockwise to increase or counter-clockwise
to decrease the output level.
IMPORTANT: When connecting two pairs of
speakers, determine the impedance of each pair
by looking on the back of the speakers, in your
owner's manual, or by contacting your dealer or
manufacturer.
speakers, determine the impedance of each pair
by looking on the back of the speakers, in your
owner's manual, or by contacting your dealer or
manufacturer.
You can listen to two pairs of speakers at
the same time ONLY if the impedance of
EACH speaker is NOT LESS THAN 8 Ohms.
the same time ONLY if the impedance of
EACH speaker is NOT LESS THAN 8 Ohms.
WARNING: Do not play sets of speakers
simultaneously except as recommended above.
Amplifier may overheat.
simultaneously except as recommended above.
Amplifier may overheat.
AC Power
Plug the cord into a 230 VAC wall socket.
Plug the cord into a 230 VAC wall socket.
Power indicator will light up to indicate power
ON. To completely disconnect the power input,
the main plug must be disconnected from the
mains.
ON. To completely disconnect the power input,
the main plug must be disconnected from the
mains.
Record Player
Cassette Tape Deck
Speaker System 1
Left channel
Compact Disc Player
CD Recorder
Speaker System 1
Right channel
Video Player 2
Right channel
Speaker System 2
Left channel
Speaker System 2
Video Player 1
Tuner
External Power Amp
To wall
outlet
outlet
Display
