Harman-Kardon PT2500 User Manual
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Harman Kardon
A/VSurround Tuner Controller
PT2500
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Introduction & Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Unpacking and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Using this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Rear Panel Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
System Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation and Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–10
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover
Table of Contents
80 Crossways Park West
Woodbury, NY 11797
©1996 Harman Kardon, Incorporated
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Introduction and Safety Information
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Congratulations! With the purchase
of a Harman Kardon PT2500you are
about to begin many yearsof listening
enjoyment. The PT2500 has beencustom
designed to provide all theexcitement
and detail of movie soundtracks and
every subtle nuance of musicalselections.
While complex processing systems are
hard at work within the PT2500, hookup and operation are simple. Color keyed
connections, a comprehensive remote
control and on screen menus make the
PT2500 easy to use. To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new receiver
we urge you to take a few minutes to read
through this manual. This will ensure
that connections to speakers, source
playback units and other external devices
are made properly. A few minutes spent
learning the functions of the various
controls will enable you to take advantage of all the power the PT2500 is able
to deliver.
If you have any questions about this
product, its installation or operation,
please contact your dealer. They are your
best local source of local information.
You may also contact Harman Kardon
directly via the Internet at
http://www.harmankardon.com.
Description and Features
The PT2500 is a full featured A/V surround tuner controller, incorporating
a wide variety of listening options.
Through the use of an Analog Devices
decoder, surround encoded programs are
played back with stunning accuracy,
while the direct mode enables stereo
recordings to be played back in their
purest form. The open architecture of a
surround tuner controller allows for easy
expansion to full discrete surround
decoding with external adapters.
*Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Five audio inputs, three audio/video
inputs and the PT2500’s 30 preset tuner
create a safety and fire hazard, and may
damage the amplifier.
enable it to serve as the control center for
a complete audio/video system. A system
remote control operates the PT2500 and
compatible Harman Kardon source
equipment, while an on board trigger
jack provides control capability to automatically turn on the companion
PA5800 amplifier.
Features
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Analog Devices decoding circuit for
precise surround decoding
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Dolby* ProLogic*, Dolby 3 Stereo,
Theater and Stadium surround modes
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Direct Mode for pure stereo playback
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System remote control
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Remote Trigger Control for PA5800
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your PT2500 has been designed for use
in North America with 120 volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other
than that for which it is intended can
If you have any questions about the volt-
age requirements for your specific model,
or about the line voltage in your area,
contact your dealer before plugging the
unit into a wall outlet.
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 similar gauge. We do not rec-
ommend that extension cords be used
with this product. As with all electrical
devices, do not run power cords under
rugs or carpets or place heavy objects on
them. 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 any considerable length
of time, disconnect the plug from the AC
outlet.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
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.
EXTENSION CORD THAT DOES NOT HAVE A GROUNDING PLUG PROVIDED.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
WARNING:
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
GROUNDING PLUG ON THE POWER CORD, OR USE ANY PLUG OR
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE AC OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS 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 appliance.
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Introduction and Safety Information
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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 or any metal
object such as a paper clip, wire or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source
immediately, and consult an authorized
service center.
CATV or Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to this product, be certain that
it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static
charges. Section 810-B of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1996,
provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the
grounding electrode.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
This reminder is provided to call the
CATV (Cable TV)system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the
point of cable entry as possible.
Installation Location
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To assure 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
weight of the product.
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Make certain that proper space is provided both above and below the unit
for ventilation. If this product will be
installed in a cabinet or other
enclosed area, make certain that there
is sufficient air movement within the
cabinet. Under some circumstances a
fan may be required.
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Do not place the unit directly on a
carpeted surface.
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Avoid installation in extremely hot or
cold locations, or an area that is
exposed to direct sunlight or heating
equipment.
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Avoid moist or humid locations.
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Do not obstruct the ventilation slots
on the top of the unit, or place objects
directly over them.
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty, wipe it with a
clean, soft dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it
with a soft cloth dampened with mild
soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean
water. Wipe dry 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.
Important information for the user
Note: This equipment has been tested
and found to comply within the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communication. However, there is
no guarantee that harmful interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
tuning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
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Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
■
Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: Changes or modifications may
cause this unit to fail to comply with Part
15 of the FCC Rules and may void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Unpacking and Installation
The carton and shipping materials used
to protect your new PT2500 during shipment were specially designed to cushion
it from shock and vibration. We suggest
that you save the carton and packing
materials for use in shipping if you move
or should the unit ever need repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in
storage, you may wish to flatten it. This
is done by carefully removing any staples
that attach the carton flaps to one another, and then slitting the tape covering the
seams. Fold the carton down to a more
two dimensional appearance. Packing
materials that cannot be collapsed
should be saved along with the carton in
a plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the packaging
materials, please note that the carton
and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the
environment and discard those materials
at a local recycling center.
When positioning your PT2500 in its
final location, make certain that any
shelf or stand is capable of supporting it’s
weight, and that there is 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. This will
block 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 a means provided
for hot air to exit, and for cool air to be
brought in.
Using this Manual
For easy identification of the inputs, outputs and controls on the PT2500, a separate reference card accompanies this
manual. Printed on that card are diagrams of the front and rear panels and
the remote control. Refer to that card as
needed to make certain that connections
are being made properly.
The following conventions are used
throughout this manual when referring
to the diagrams on the reference card:
1: A number within a square references
a front panel control.
¡: A number within a circle references
a connection point on the rear panel.
: A number within an oval references
a
a button on the remote control.
Example: Bold type will be used to indi-
cate a front or rear panel control. It will
typically be followed with a reference letter or number to the specific control
being described.
EXAMPLE: OCR type indicates a mes-
sage that is visible through the display
window.
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