PT2500 rev (G) 10/23/96
Introduction and Safety Information
Congratulations!
With the purchase
of a Harman Kardon PT2500 you are
about to begin many years of listening
enjoyment. The PT2500 has been custom
designed to provide all the excitement
and detail of movie soundtracks and
every subtle nuance of musical selections.
While complex processing systems are
hard at work within the PT2500, hook-
up and operation are simple. Color keyed
connections, a comprehensive remote
control and on screen menus make the
PT2500 easy to use. To obtain the maxi-
mum 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 advan-
tage 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 sur-
round 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.
Five audio inputs, three audio/video
inputs and the PT2500’s 30 preset tuner
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 auto-
matically turn on the companion
PA5800 amplifier.
Features
■
Analog Devices decoding circuit for
precise surround decoding
■
Dolby* ProLogic*, Dolby 3 Stereo,
Theater and Stadium surround modes
■
Direct Mode for pure stereo playback
■
System remote control
■
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 cur-
rent. Connection 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 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.
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
GROUNDING PLUG ON THE POWER CORD, OR USE ANY PLUG OR
EXTENSION CORD THAT DOES NOT HAVE A GROUNDING PLUG PROVIDED.
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE AC OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS PRODUCT.
The lightning flash with 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.
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.
C A U T I O N
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
*Trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
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