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  • Page 1 HK 3390 STEREO RECEIVER OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. The A/V receiver’s cabinet may be cleaned by gently wiping with a soft cotton or microfiber cloth.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    • Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the top of the unit, or place objects directly over them. • Due to the weight of the HK 3390 and the heat generated by the amplifiers, there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the SAFETY INFORMATION unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or veneer materials.
  • Page 4 NOTES...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Step Six – Connect the Remote IR Input and Output (Optional) Step Seven – Connect Optional External Equipment Step Eight – Plug In AC Power Step Nine – Insert Batteries in Remote Step Ten – Turn On the HK 3390 OPERATION Turning On the HK 3390 Volume Control...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    If high-performance audio reproduction weren’t enough, we’ve added composite video switching. Use the included audio/video cable to connect your iPod (not included) or other portable players to the HK 3390, HK 3390 Stereo Receiver Audio Section •...

  • Page 7: Front-Panel Controls

    Speaker 1/2: Press the left side of this button to enable the HK 3390 to output audio to the speakers connected to the Speaker 1 Outputs, and press the right side of the button to enable the Speaker 2 Outputs. You may enable or disable both sets of speaker outputs simultaneously.

  • Page 9: Rear-Panel Connections

    CD or Tape. Remote Infrared (IR) Input and Output: IR receiver on the front panel is blocked, such as when the HK 3390 is placed inside a cabinet, connect an optional IR receiver to the Remote IR Input jack.

  • Page 11: Remote Control Functions

    OK Buttons: ⁄ ¤ no effect on the HK 3390, but are used to make selections within the on-screen menu system for some source devices. The OK Button transmits the Random Play command when used with CD players. Preset Scan: Press this button once to scan through the stations you have previously programmed as presets.
  • Page 12 Press this button to partially or fully dim the front-panel display. This button has no effect on the HK 3390, but This button has no effect on the HK 3390, but issues Press this button to activate the sleep timer, which...

  • Page 13: Connections

    Connect the Subwoofer Trigger Output for each subwoofer to the corresponding trigger input on its amplifier. This enables the subwoofer to turn on or off together with the HK 3390. To further conserve energy, when the trigger connection is made, turn the Subwoofer Link Switch...

  • Page 14: Analog Audio Connections

    CONNECTIONS satellite television box, or MP3 player. Although the tuner is built into the HK 3390, it also counts as a source, even though no external connections are needed, other than the FM and AM antennas. Separate connections are required for the audio and video portions of the signal.

  • Page 15: Speaker Placement

    Before you begin to connect cables, it is important to set up your speakers in their correct locations in the room. See Figure 8. Optimally, the front left and right speakers are placed the same distance from each other as from the listening position, or about 60 degrees apart, and angled toward the listener.

  • Page 16: Installation

    If you have only one subwoofer with a single line-level input, connect it to the right Subwoofer Output on the HK 3390. For optional auto turn-on/turn-off control over the subwoofer, connect the Subwoofer Trigger Output for each subwoofer to the corresponding trigger input on its amplifier.
  • Page 17 Harman Kardon AVR Series audio/video receiver. However, we hope you will find that using a DVD player with the HK 3390 in smaller settings, such as a bedroom or den, surpasses the audio performance of most televisions, including those with onboard stereo speakers.

  • Page 18: Step Five - Connect The Video Display

    Output to facilitate use of your system with a remote control in a variety of situations. When the HK 3390 is placed in such a way that aiming the remote at HK 3390 the front-panel IR sensor is difficult, such as inside a cabinet or facing away from the listener, you may connect an external IR receiver, such as the optional Harman Kardon HE 1000, to the Remote IR Input jack.

  • Page 19: Step Seven - Connect Optional External Equipment

    20 feet, depending on the lighting conditions. It may be used at an angle of up to 30 degrees to either side of the HK 3390. If the remote seems to operate intermittently, then make sure the batteries have been inserted correctly, or replace the batteries with fresh ones.

  • Page 20: Operation

    If the PROTECT message still appears when you plug in the HK 3390 and try to turn it on again, bring the receiver to an authorized Harman Kardon service center for assistance.

  • Page 21: Headphones

    For example, turning the knob from the midpoint toward “R” reduces the level of the left speaker, leaving the right speaker unaffected. If two pairs of speakers are connected to the HK 3390, then both will be affected. IMPORTANT NOTE: Do not attempt to install the front-panel covers with the tone and balance control knobs in the unlatched position.

  • Page 22: Recording

    4. In Manual Tuning mode, with each press of the Tuning Buttons the HK 3390 will tune the next frequency increment (0.1MHz for FM, or 10kHz for AM) in the selected direction. 5. Press the Preset Scan Button on the front panel or remote to scan through the previously programmed preset stations.

  • Page 23: Processor Reset

    HK 3390. Processor Reset If you wish to fully reset the HK 3390 to its factory defaults, or if it behaves erratically after a power surge, first turn the Master Power Switch off and unplug the AC power cord for at least three minutes.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide

    No video image In addition to the items shown above, additional information on troubleshooting possible problems with your HK 3390, or on installation-related issues, may be found in the list of “Frequently Asked Questions,” which is located in the Product Support section of our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

  • Page 25: Technical Specifications

    HK 3390 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode: Continuous Average Power (FTC): 80 Watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz, @ <0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms 100 Watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz @ <0.2% THD, both channels driven into 4 ohms...

  • Page 26: Appendix

    APPENDIX Table A1 – Remote Control Device Types Source Input Remote Control Device Type Phono Operates HK 3390 only Video 1 Harman Kardon DMC 1000 Video 2 Harman Kardon DVD player Video 3 Harman Kardon DVD player Tape/CDR Harman Kardon CD recorder...
  • Page 27 Table A3 – Remote Control Function List Button Phono VID 1 Controls DMC 1000 HK 3390 only Control Codes Power On System Power On System/DMC Power On Power Off System Power Off System/DMC Power Off Speakers 1 Speakers 1 On/Off...
  • Page 28 250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797 www.harmankardon.com © 2008 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Part No. CQX1A1327Z 6/08...

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