Harman Kardon DVD 5, Service Manual

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12 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
Installation
Connections will vary, depending on the type of
audio and video components used with your
DVD 5. However, regardless of the complexity
of your system, the installation guidelines on
pages 11–14 should always be followed to
ensure a safe installation and reliable operation
of the product.
Important Note: To prevent possible damage
to your speakers or other components in your
home entertainment system, we strongly rec-
ommend that ALL system components, includ-
ing the DVD 5, be turned off and unplugged
from their AC power source when any connec-
tions are made or a new component is
installed.
Placement of the DVD 5
Since the laser transport mechanism and
carousel tray in the DVD 5 are precision instru-
ments that are designed and manufactured to
precise tolerances, they are subject to interfer-
ence from vibration. To minimize the possibility
of skipping during playback, it is recommended
that the unit be placed on a level, solid,
vibration-free surface.
When installing the DVD 5 in a cabinet or tight
space, always make certain that there is enough
room in front of the unit for the disc tray to
open fully, and that there is enough space
above the unit so that discs may easily be
inserted into the spaces in the tray.
As the disc drawer extends out about six inches
from the front of the unit when it is open, you
should also make certain that there is sufficient
clearance in front of the unit to accommodate
the disc drawer without it bumping into other
objects or getting in the way of anyone walking
in front of the unit.
In addition to the safety considerations outlined
on page 4, it is also recommended that the
DVD 5 not be placed in a location that is sub-
ject to direct sunlight or extreme heat or cold,
as these conditions may damage the discs used
in the player, or the player itself. Note that
audio amplifiers or high-power receivers, as
well as certain other electronic products, can
generate significant heat. For that reason, do
not place the DVD 5 directly on top of an
amplifier, receiver, or other heat source.
Always allow at least one inch of free space on
all sides of the DVD 5 as well as around other
electronic products to allow for proper
ventilation.
Installation Options
The diagrams on pages 12–14 describe the
three basic ways to connect the DVD 5 to your
system components.
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Option #1: Use this setup if all audio and
video connections from the DVD 5 will go
directly to a television set or video projector
without the use of an A/V receiver or
surround processor.
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Option #2: Use this setup if the video con-
nections will go directly to a television set or
video projector, but the audio connections
will be made to an A/V Receiver or surround
processor.
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Option #3: Use this setup if all audio and
video connections will be made through an
A/V receiver or a surround processor.
Installation and Connections
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