Page 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
2 SAFETY INFORMATION 1. Read Instructions. All the safety and operating instruc- tions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instruc- tions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the product and in the oper...
Page 3 - Important Safety Information; Unpacking
3 Important Safety Information Verify Line Voltage Before Use Your HK 3485 has been designed for use with 120-volt AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which it is intended can create a safety and firehazard and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage...
Page 4 - NOTES
Page 5 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
5 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 6 INTRODUCTION 7 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS 9 FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY 10 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS 14 CONNECTIONS 14 Speaker Connections 14 Subwoofer 14 Connecting Source Devices to the HK 3485 14 Analog Audio Connections 15 Video Connections 15 Ante...
Page 6 - Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon; INTRODUCTION; Audio Section; Audio Inputs
6 Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon ® ! In the years since Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver, wehave taken to heart the philosophy of bringing the joy of home entertain-ment to as many people as possible, all the while improving performanceand adding features. The HK 3485 offers t...
Page 8 - To
8 Mute Tuning Pre s et S ta tion s S peaker 1/2 Pre s et S can FM Mode Tuner Band Ba ss C ontrol Video 3 Video Input Video 3 Audio Input s P o wer Indica tor Headphone Jack P o wer S witch V olume C ontrol C D S ource S elector Ta pe S ource S elector Phono S ource S elector Video S ource S elector ...
Page 9 - FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY
9 Speaker 1/2: The dot to the left of the indicator for each speaker pair will light when that pair is active. Press the Speaker 1/ 2 Selectors to activate either or both pairs of speakers. Messages: This display shows messages relating to the status, input source, tuner or other aspects of the HK 3...
Page 10 - REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
10 10 REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS AM and FM Antenna Terminals: Connect the included AM and FM antennas to their respective terminals for radio reception. Video 1, Video 2 and Video 3 Audio/Video Inputs: These jacks may be used to connect your video-capable source components(e.g., VCR, DVD player, cable T...
Page 12 - REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
12 12 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS The HK 3485 remote is capable of controlling six devices, including theHK 3485 itself. The remote is preprogrammed at the factory to operatemost Harman Kardon DVD, CD and CDR players. Each time you wish to use the codes for any component, you will need to first press t...
Page 14 - CONNECTIONS; Table 1– Connection Color Guide; Speaker Connections; Insert the bare end of the wire into the hole.; Subwoofer; Connecting Source Devices to the HK 3485; Analog Audio Connections
14 14 CONNECTIONS There are different types of audio and video connections used to connect the receiver to the speakers and video display, and to connect the source devices to the receiver. To make it easier to keep them allstraight, the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA ® ) has established a co...
Page 15 - Antennas
15 15 CONNECTIONS Video Connections Although some sources produce an audio signal only (e.g., CD player,tape deck), many sources output both audio and video signals (e.g.,DVD player, cable television box, HDTV tuner, satellite box, VCR, DVR).In addition to the audio connection, you will need to make...
Page 16 - SPEAKER PLACEMENT; Front Right Speaker
16 16 SPEAKER PLACEMENT Before you begin to connect cables, it is important to set up yourspeakers in their correct locations in the room. Optimally, the front left and right speakers are placed the same distancefrom each other as from the listening position, or about 60 degreesapart, and angled tow...
Page 17 - Don’t; Step One – Connect the Speakers; Step Two – Connect the Subwoofer; Step Three – Connect the Antennas; Step Four – Connect the Source Components; INSTALLATION
17 You are now ready to connect your various components to your receiver.Before beginning, make sure that all components, including the HK 3485,are turned completely off and their power cords are unplugged. Don’t plug any of the power cords back in until you have finishedmaking all of your connectio...
Page 18 - Table 2 – Remote Control Device Types; Tape; Video 1 Source
18 18 INSTALLATION Table 2 – Remote Control Device Types We recommend you follow the guidelines in Table 2 when connectingvarious source components to the HK 3485. However, due to the limitations in the design of the HK 3485 remote control, when usingsource components manufactured by other brands, y...
Page 19 - Video 2 Source; If you receive your television programming using your TV; Video 3 Source; Step Five – Connect the Video Display
19 INSTALLATION Video 2 Source The Video 2 source is used only for playback. Since the remote is prepro-grammed to operate a Harman Kardon DVD player when the Video 2source is selected, we recommend that you connect a DVD player tothe Video 2 Inputs. You may have observed that the HK 3485 is not equ...
Page 20 - Not all remote-controllable devices are equipped with; Step Eight – Plug In AC Power; Step Nine – Insert Batteries in Remote; Step Ten – Turn On the HK 3485; he HK 3485 may be turned on from Standby mode by pressing the
20 20 INSTALLATION connect the HK 3485’s Remote IR Output to the source device’sRemote IR Input, which will pass any applicable remote signals trans-mitted through the HK 3485 to the source device. This enables you to control your sources even when the HK 3485 itself is controlled via an external IR...
Page 21 - Mute Function; Tone Controls; OPERATION
21 Now that you have installed your system components, you are ready to begin enjoying your new audio system. Turning On the HK 3485 After you plug the power cord into an AC outlet, the Power Indicator shouldlight up in amber. This indicates that the HK 3485 is in Standby mode andis ready to be turn...
Page 22 - Headphones; Source Selection; • The HK 3485 is not an audio/video surround sound receiver.; Using the Tuner; Press the AM or FM Button on the remote.
22 OPERATION Figure 30 – Balance Control The Balance Control reduces the level of the speaker opposite thepointer. 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 34...
Page 23 - Auto Preset; Recording
23 OPERATION Figure 35 – Controls Behind Door Radio stations may be selected in one of five ways (see Figure 36): 1. If you know the frequency number, enter it directly by first pressing the Direct Button on the remote, and then using the Numeric Keys. 2. After you have programmed preset stations (s...
Page 24 - Dim Function
24 OPERATION Dim Function Some people find the front-panel messages distracting and would preferto dim them or turn them off altogether. To dim the display, press the Dim Button on the front panel or remote.Each button press will cycle through the three settings of: VFD FULL: Normal brightness VFD H...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; SYMPTOM
25 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION Unit does not function when Main • No AC power • Make certain AC power cord is plugged into Power Switch is pushed a live outlet • Check to see whether outlet is switch-controlled Display lights, but there’s no • Intermittent input connections • Make c...
Page 26 - HK 3485 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
26 HK 3485 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Audio Section Stereo Mode:Continuous Average Power (FTC): 120 Watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz,@ <0.07% THD, both channels driven into 8 ohms150 Watts per channel, 20Hz – 20kHz @ <0.2% THD, both channels driven into 4 ohms Input Sensitivity/Impedance Linear (...
Page 27 - APPENDIX
27 APPENDIX Remote Control Function List Button Phono VID 1 VID 2 VID 3/VID Front Tape MON/CDR CD AM FM Controls HK 3485 DVD Player DVD Player DVD Player CD Recorder CD Player/Changer Controls HK 3485 Controls HK 3485 Only Control Codes Control Codes Control Codes Control Codes Control Codes Tuner O...
