Harman Kardon SIGNATURE 1.3 (serv.man5) User Manual / Operation Manual ▷ View online
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Signature 1.3
Congratulations! As the owner of a Harman Kardon
Signature Series 1.3 Power Amplifier, you have at your
command a unique product. The 1.3 has been carefully
designed to deliver the best possible sonic performance,
along with outstanding industrial design that matches
other Harman Kardon Signature Series products and
complements any interior design.
Signature Series 1.3 Power Amplifier, you have at your
command a unique product. The 1.3 has been carefully
designed to deliver the best possible sonic performance,
along with outstanding industrial design that matches
other Harman Kardon Signature Series products and
complements any interior design.
In order to fully enjoy the performance of your amplifier,
please take a few minutes to read this owner’s manual. It
contains important information that will help you to
make certain that the amplifier is properly connected to
the rest of the equipment in your system.
please take a few minutes to read this owner’s manual. It
contains important information that will help you to
make certain that the amplifier is properly connected to
the rest of the equipment in your system.
If you have any questions about this product or its
installation and operation, please contact your retailer or
custom installer. They are your best sources of product
information.
installation and operation, please contact your retailer or
custom installer. They are your best sources of product
information.
You may also contact Harman Kardon via the World Wide
Web at www.harmankardon.com
Web at www.harmankardon.com
Welcome to the Harman Kardon family. We wish you
many years of listening pleasure!
many years of listening pleasure!
Description and Features
The Signature Series 1.3 is a flexible, state-of-the-art audio
power amplifier designed to deliver high performance for
use in home theater or music reproduction applications.
The following are among its many features:
power amplifier designed to deliver high performance for
use in home theater or music reproduction applications.
The following are among its many features:
■ Designed and made in the United States
■ High-current output capability
■ Ultrawide bandwidth design
■ Low negative feedback
■ Low harmonic and intermodulation distortion
■ Massive heat sinks for quiet convection cooling
■ High-current power supply
■ Remote turn-on/turn-off circuitry with select Signature
Series and Harman Kardon products or through
optional accessories
optional accessories
Introduction
On/Off
1.3
Safety Information
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Signature 1.3
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your new Signature Series 1.3 amplifier has been factory-
configured for use with 230-volt AC line current.
Connecting the amplifier to a line voltage other than
that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire
hazard, and may damage the amplifier.
configured for use with 230-volt AC line current.
Connecting the amplifier to a line voltage other than
that for which it is intended can create a safety and fire
hazard, and may damage the amplifier.
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.
for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your
area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit
into a wall outlet.
Verify AC Circuit Capacity Before Use
High-power output of your amplifier may require heavy
current draw under full-load conditions. To ensure proper
performance and avoid potential safety hazards, we
recommend that it be connected to a circuit with 16-amp
capacity. Connecting multiple amplifiers to the same
circuit, or connecting the amplifier to a circuit used by
other heavy-power devices, such as high-wattage lights,
may cause circuit breakers to trip. It is always a good idea
to avoid using any audio equipment on the same AC
circuit as equipment with motors, such as air conditioners
or refrigerators. This will lessen the possibility of power
variation and electrical start-up noise affecting your sound
system.
current draw under full-load conditions. To ensure proper
performance and avoid potential safety hazards, we
recommend that it be connected to a circuit with 16-amp
capacity. Connecting multiple amplifiers to the same
circuit, or connecting the amplifier to a circuit used by
other heavy-power devices, such as high-wattage lights,
may cause circuit breakers to trip. It is always a good idea
to avoid using any audio equipment on the same AC
circuit as equipment with motors, such as air conditioners
or refrigerators. This will lessen the possibility of power
variation and electrical start-up noise affecting your sound
system.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord supplied
with your unit. If a replacement cord is used, make certain
that it is of a similar gauge. We do not recommend using
extension cords with this product. As with all electrical
devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or
place heavy objects on power cords. Damaged power
cords should be replaced immediately with cords meeting
factory specifications.
with your unit. If a replacement cord is used, make certain
that it is of a similar gauge. We do not recommend using
extension cords with this product. As with all electrical
devices, do not run power cords under rugs or carpets or
place heavy objects on power cords. 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 amplifier for a considerable length of
time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
always pull the plug, never pull the cord. If you do not
intend to use the amplifier for a 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 enters the unit, or any metal object
such as a paper clip, wire or staple accidentally falls inside
the cabinet, disconnect the unit from the AC power
source immediately and consult an authorized warranty
station.
product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard,
and any modification to the product will void your
guarantee. If water enters the unit, or any metal object
such as a paper clip, wire or staple accidentally falls inside
the cabinet, disconnect the unit from the AC power
source immediately and consult an authorized warranty
station.
Installation Location
■ To ensure 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 amplifier’s weight.
surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain
that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support
the amplifier’s weight.
■ Make certain that proper space is provided both above
and below the unit for ventilation. If the amplifier will
be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make
certain that there is sufficient air movement within
the cabinet. Consult with your dealer or installer for
more information.
be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make
certain that there is sufficient air movement within
the cabinet. Consult with your dealer or installer for
more information.
■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.
■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations,
in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or near
heating equipment.
heating equipment.
■ Avoid moist or humid locations.
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the
unit or place objects directly over them. Remember,
power amplifiers generate heat, and the heat sink fins
and ventilation slots that form part of the cabinet are
specially designed to remove this heat. Placing other
electronic equipment near these heat-dissipation
systems may possibly affect the long-term reliability
of both your amplifier and the objects placed above it.
power amplifiers generate heat, and the heat sink fins
and ventilation slots that form part of the cabinet are
specially designed to remove this heat. Placing other
electronic equipment near these heat-dissipation
systems may possibly affect the long-term reliability
of both your amplifier and the objects placed above it.
Unpacking and Installation
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Signature 1.3
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft and dry
cloth. If necessary, first wipe the surface with a soft cloth
slightly dampened with mild soapy water, followed by a
fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe immediately with a
dry cloth. Never use benzene, 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.
cloth. If necessary, first wipe the surface with a soft cloth
slightly dampened with mild soapy water, followed by a
fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe immediately with a
dry cloth. Never use benzene, 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.
interconnection cords with other components, and make
certain that you disconnect the unit from the AC outlet.
Typographic Conventions
In order to help you use this manual with the front panel
controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions
have been used.
controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions
have been used.
EXAMPLE
– (bold type) indicates a specific front
panel control or rear panel connection
1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front
panel control
panel control
¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear panel connection
Unpacking and Installation
The carton and shipping materials used in protecting your
new amplifier were specially designed to cushion it from
the shocks and vibration of shipping. We suggest that you
save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping
if you move or if the unit ever needs repair.
new amplifier were specially designed to cushion it from
the shocks and vibration of shipping. We suggest that you
save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping
if you move or if the unit ever needs repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may
wish to flatten it. Carefully remove any staples used to
close carton seams; carefully slit the tape on the bottom
and collapse the carton. 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.
wish to flatten it. Carefully remove any staples used to
close carton seams; carefully slit the tape on the bottom
and collapse the carton. 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.
When positioning the amplifier in its final location, make
certain that it has adequate ventilation on all sides, as well
as on the top and bottom. Do not place CDs, record
jackets, owner’s manuals or other paper on top of, or
beneath the unit, or in between multiple amplifiers in a
stack. This will block the air flow, causing degraded
performance and a possible fire hazard. If the unit is to be
enclosed in a cabinet or rack, make certain that there is
adequate air circulation, with means provided for hot air
to exit and for cool air to be brought in.
certain that it has adequate ventilation on all sides, as well
as on the top and bottom. Do not place CDs, record
jackets, owner’s manuals or other paper on top of, or
beneath the unit, or in between multiple amplifiers in a
stack. This will block the air flow, causing degraded
performance and a possible fire hazard. If the unit is to be
enclosed in a cabinet or rack, make certain that there is
adequate air circulation, with means provided for hot air
to exit and for cool air to be brought in.
Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer International
2, route de Tours
72500 Château-du-Loir
FRANCE
72500 Château-du-Loir
FRANCE
declare in own responsibility, that the product
described in this owner’s manual is in compliance
with technical standards:
described in this owner’s manual is in compliance
with technical standards:
EN 55 013/6.1990
EN 55 020/12.1994
EN 55 022/5.1995
EN 60 065/1993
EN 60 555-2-3/1987/88
Steen Michaelsen
Harman Kardon Europe 12/99
Front and Rear Panels
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Signature 1.3
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Speaker Outputs:
Connections from these terminals
should be made to the appropriate speakers in your
system.
system.
™
Audio Inputs:
Connect the outputs of the
Signature 2.0, or other surround processor, preamplifier or
decoder to these jacks.
decoder to these jacks.
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AC Power Cord:
Connect this plug to a wall-
mounted AC outlet. Due to the current draw of the
Signature 1.3, it is NOT recommended that the accessory
outlets on the back of the audio/video components be
used to power this product.
Signature 1.3, it is NOT recommended that the accessory
outlets on the back of the audio/video components be
used to power this product.
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Power Amp Trigger In:
Connect this jack to the
matching trigger output on a Signature2.0 or other
compatible device to have the 1.3 automatically turn on
when the device is activated. See page 5 for additional
details.
compatible device to have the 1.3 automatically turn on
when the device is activated. See page 5 for additional
details.
CHANNEL THREE (FRONT LEFT)
4
Ω
MIN.
SPEAKER
IN
3
AC INPUT
POWER AMP
TRIGGER IN
AC 230V/50Hz 950W
CHANNEL TWO (FRONT CENTER)
4
Ω
MIN.
SPEAKER
IN
2
CHANNEL ONE (FRONT RIGHT)
SPEAKER
IN
1
4
Ω
MIN.
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¢
™
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Rear Panel Connections
On/Off
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2
3
Front Panel Controls
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Power Switch:
Press this switch to turn the 1.3 on for
manual operation, or to place it in the Standby mode for
automatic/remote turn-on when the 1.3 is connected to a
device with a compatible trigger circuit.
automatic/remote turn-on when the 1.3 is connected to a
device with a compatible trigger circuit.
2
Power On Indicator:
When the word
S
IGNATURE
is
illuminated in blue, the 1.3 is in a normal operating
condition.
condition.
3
LED Indicator:
The color of this indicator varies with
the status of the 1.3. It is red when the unit is off, amber
in the standby mode, and flashing green during warm-up.
If the indicator flashes and alternates between red and
amber, the 1.3 is in the protect mode, indicating a
problem in the unit or connections to the speakers.
in the standby mode, and flashing green during warm-up.
If the indicator flashes and alternates between red and
amber, the 1.3 is in the protect mode, indicating a
problem in the unit or connections to the speakers.
