Harman-Kardon MAS 111, MAS 101, MAS 102 User Manual
MAS 101/102/111
Music system
Owner’s Manual
MAS SYSTEM
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
INTRODUCTION AND FEATURES 4
Harman Kardon® High-Performance
Audio system 4
FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS (Controller and Amplifier) 5
REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS (Controller) 6
REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS (Amplifier) 7
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 8
INSTALLATION 10
OPERATION 11
Using the Remote Control 11
Turning On the MAS System 11
Setting the Clock 11
Table of Contents
Setting the Alarms 11
Volume Control 13
Speaker Setup (Tone Controls) 13
Source Selection 13
FM Radio 13
Program Station Presets 13
DAB Tuner (MAS 111 Systems Only) 14
CD 14
Playback Control 14
Data Discs 14
USB 15
Programmed Play 15
The Bridge IIIP Dock for iPod 15
Auxiliary Inputs 15
Recording 16
System Software Version 16
System Reset 16
System Memory 16
TROUBLESHOOTING 17
SPECIFICATIONS 18
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Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions.1.
Keep these instructions.2.
Heed all warnings.3.
Follow all instructions.4.
Do not use this apparatus near water.5.
Clean only with a dry cloth.6.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.7.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.8.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type 9.
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.10.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.11.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. 12.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.13.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug 14.
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally
or has been dropped.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.15.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.16.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.17.
Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.18.
Safety Instructions
CAUTION
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH AN ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL
TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED
“DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF
SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
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WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SEE MARKING ON BACK OF PRODUCT.
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO
ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE
(SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.
Instructions for users on removal and disposal of used batteries. Specification of included battery types.
These symbols shown on the product, on the packaging or in the manual or separate information sheet mean that the product itself, as well as the batteries included or built into
the product, should never be thrown away with general household waste. Take them to applicable collection points, where proper treatment, recycling and recovery takes place, in
accordance with national or local legislation, or European Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.
Correct handling of the product and batteries to be disposed of helps saving resources and prevents possible negative effects on the environment or human health.
The batteries included with your equipment may be alkaline, carbon zinc/manganese or lithium (button cells) type. All types should be disposed of according to the above
instructions.
To remove the batteries from your equipment or remote control, reverse the procedure described for inserting batteries in the Owner’s Manual.
For products with a built-in battery that lasts for the lifetime of the product, removal may not be possible for the user. In this case, recycling or recovery centers handle the dismantling
of the product and the removal of the battery. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to replace such a battery, this procedure must be performed by authorized service centers.
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Introduction and Features
More than 50 years ago, Harman Kardon sold the very first audio receiver, a highperformance component that combined the functions of several products that previously
had only been available separately. Our mission was and is to deliver high-fidelity sound
in an easy-to-use package, and we are confident that you will enjoy the quality and
convenience of the MAS 101/MAS 102/MAS 111 music system for many years to come.
The MAS systems are complete high-performance audio systems with a CD player, an
FM tuner (MAS 111 models include a DAB tuner) and auxiliary inputs for other products,
as well as a pair of custom-designed bookshelf loudspeakers. MAS 101 and MAS 111
systems also include The Bridge IIIP dock for iPod/iPhone (optional for the MAS 102
system).
Harman Kardon® MAS High-Performance Audio System
The Bridge IIIP dock for iPod (included with MAS 101, MAS 111 only) charges iPod touch t
2nd generation, iPod nano 4th generation, iPod classic, iPod touch 1st generation, iPod
nano 3rd generation, iPod nano 2nd generation and iPod 5th generation. iPod not
included.
Slot-loaded CD player with CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 and WMA playback, with CD Text t
capability and ID3 tag support
Front and rear USB ports with MP3 and WMA audio playback capability t
FM tuner with RDS text display and 30 presets t
DAB/DAB+/T-DMB-Audio tuner with DLS text display and 30 presets (MAS 111 t
systems only)
Eight auxiliary audio inputs: one front stereo mini-jack (3.5mm) on right side of t
controller, two rear-panel dual RCA jacks (line-level), one rear-panel phono MM input,
two optical digital audio inputs, two coaxial digital audio inputs
One line-level analog audio output t
One coaxial digital audio output t
Stereo headphone output (3.5mm) t
Clock with dual alarms t
To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new system, we urge you to read this
manual and refer back to it to familiarize yourself with the features and operation of the
MAS system.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please
contact your retailer or custom installer, or visit www.harmankardon.com.
Two 2-way, 130mm bass-reflex speakers t
FM wire antenna
DAB wire antenna
(MAS 111only)
Stereo RCA-plug
male-to-male
cable (1m)
iPod not included
Controller-toamplifier ribbon
cable
System remote
control with
two AAA
batteries
Detachable AC
power cord
The Bridge IIIP dock
for iPod (included with
MAS 101, MAS 111
systems only; optional
for MAS 102).
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Note: Controls are the same for all models.
Front-Panel Controls
Controller and Amplifier
The MAS systems use touch-sensitive controls. To use a control, tap gently on its
lit icon.
NOTE:
Controls are the same for all models.
Power:
Turns the MAS system on or places it in Standby mode. To completely power
off the unit, unplug the power supply.
Message Display:
display.
CD Slot:
Load compatible discs here.
Skip/Scan Forward/Reverse:
the current source:
iPod, CD or USB: t Press and release to skip to the next track. Press the reverse button
twice to skip to the previous track. Press and hold to scan forward or reverse within
a track.
t Radio: Press and release to select the next programmed preset station. Press and
hold to scan quickly through the stations. When you release the button, the tuner
continues to scan until it finds a station of acceptably strong signal quality, and then it
stops. To stop the scan before a station is found, press the button again.
The time and messages are displayed in this two-line text
These buttons function differently, depending on
Play/Pause:
Stop:
Eject:
USB Port A:
or WMA files. Although most USB flash and hard-disk drives in the FAT32 file format,
as well as many MP3 players, are compatible with the MAS system, due to the wide
variety of manufacturers, playback cannot be guaranteed. Do not connect an iPod
or iPhone to this port. Do not connect a personal computer or any peripherals to
this port.
Line-In Jack (Line Input):
included) to the headphone or line-level output on a portable player or other device.
Headphone Jack:
headphones that are equipped with a stereo 3.5mm plug.
Volume Control:
Each tap toggles between the Play and Pause functions.
Fully stops playback.
When a CD is loaded, tap here to eject it.
Connect a compatible USB device here to enjoy playback of audio MP3
Connect a stereo 3.5mm male-to-male cable (not
Outputs a stereo signal for private listening through most
Increases or decreases the volume.
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Rear-Panel Connections
Controller
FM Antenna Terminal:
DAB Antenna Terminal (MAS 111 Only): Connect the included DAB antenna wire
lead here to enjoy programming from digital DAB, DAB+ or T-DMB-Audio radio
stations available in your area.
USB Port B: Connect a compatible USB device here to enjoy playback of audio MP3
or WMA files. Although most USB flash and hard-disk drives in the FAT32 file format,
as well as many MP3 players, are compatible with the MAS system, due to the wide
variety of manufacturers, playback cannot be guaranteed. Do not connect an iPod or
iPhone to this port. Do not connect a personal computer or any peripherals to this
port.
Optical 1/2 and Coaxial 1/2 Digital Audio Inputs: Connect a source device’s optical
or coaxial digital audio output to the corresponding input. Only the uncompressed
PCM format is supported.
TV and AUX Analog Audio Inputs: Connect the analog audio outputs of a television
or any source device to enjoy playback through the high-performance MAS system.
Phono Input: Connect the outputs of a moving-magnet (MM) type turntable to this
input. Do not connect any other type of turntable to this input, and do not connect the
outputs of an MM-type turntable to any other analog audio inputs on the MAS system
without using a phono preamp, available separately from many electronics stores.
The Bridge IIIP Input: To enjoy playback of audio materials stored on a compatible
iPod (see page 4), connect The Bridge IIIP. Make sure the insert for The Bridge IIIP is
installed, and install the appropriate dock adapter for your iPod within the insert, as
shown in Figure 1 on page 10.
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Connect the included FM antenna wire here.
Analog Audio Outputs: Connect these outputs to the analog audio inputs of an audio
recorder. When a source connected to the MAS system is playing, the signal will be
available at these outputs for recording.
Coaxial Digital Audio Output: Connect this output to the coaxial digital audio input of
a digital audio recorder. When a source connected to the MAS system is playing, the
signal will be available at this output for recording.
NOTES:
• The MAS system can convert analog sources to the digital domain, or digital
sources to the analog domain for recording.
• It is the user’s responsibility to comply with all laws pertaining to the copying
of audio materials.
Output to Amplifier: Connect the included ribbon cable to this connector and to the
corresponding connector on the MAS amplifier. This cable passes audio signals from
the controller to the amplifier, and it transfers DC power from the amplifier to the
controller. If this cable is ever damaged, do not use it, and contact Harman Kardon
for a replacement.
RS-232 Serial Port: This port is used only for system upgrades. Do not connect it to
any devices unless instructed to do so at the time a system upgrade is released.
Update Switch: This switch is used only for system upgrades. Leave it in the “N”
position for normal operation unless instructed to switch it to the “U” position to install
a system update.
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