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Harman Kardon TU950 - User Manual

Harman Kardon TU950
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Harman Kardon TU950
Date of purchase
Purchased from
Address of business purchased from
Installed by
Date Installed
Serial No.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INRODUIRE LA LAME
LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA
PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
Thank you for choosing a Harman
Kardon AM/FM Tuner.
Your new Unit is an exceptionally
well-engineered product that will give
you years of superb performance.
Save all packing material.
It is essential for shipping should you
move, or in the event the unit ever
needs repair.
U.S. and Canadian customers should
use 120 volt AC only. Other
customers should use voltages
appropriate to their area. Connecting
the unit to an outlet supplying a
higher voltage may create a fire
hazard.
TU950 230V-eng 11/01/98 15:18 Side 1
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Harman Kardon TU950 Specifications

FM Section IconFM Section
Usable FM Sensitivity, Mono11.2 dBf
50dB Quieting Sensitivity, Stereo40.3 dBf
Signal-to-Noise Ratio @ 65dBf, Mono80 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio @ 65dBf, Stereo73 dB
Capture Ratio2.0 dB
AM Section IconAM Section
AM Sensitivity, External Antenna400 µV/m
AM Image Rejection35 dB
AM IF Rejection50 dB
AM Signal-to-Noise45 dB
Audio Output Voltage @ 400Hz, 80% Mod.500 mV
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
IF Rejection100 dB
Image Rejection90 dB
Spurious Response Rejection70 dB
Power Consumption110 W
Audio Output Voltage @ 1kHz, 40kHz Mod500 mV
Dimensions and Weight IconDimensions and Weight
Dimensions (W×H×D)440 x 95 x 300 mm
Weight4.3 kg
Depth measurement includes knobs, buttons and antennasYes

Summary

Safety and Handling Precautions

Electrical Shock Hazards

Instructions to prevent electric shock by not removing covers and referring servicing to qualified personnel.

Appliance Exposure Warnings

Warning to protect the appliance from rain, moisture, fire, or electric shock.

Plug Insertion Guidance

Instructions for proper insertion of the plug into the electrical outlet to prevent shock.

Operation and Care Guidelines

Power Cord and Unit Handling

Guidelines for safely handling the power cord, including disconnection and avoiding damage.

Unit Placement and Environment

Advice on positioning the unit to ensure proper ventilation and avoid environmental hazards.

Service and Cabinet Precautions

Warnings against self-servicing the unit and guidance on handling potential issues.

Cleaning the Unit

Instructions for safe and effective cleaning methods for the audio equipment.

Introduction to Radio Data System (RDS)

Understanding RDS Capabilities

An overview of the RDS feature and its benefits for enhancing FM radio listening.

Front Panel Controls and Displays

Power and Tuning Controls

Buttons and knobs for unit power, station tuning, and mode selection.

Memory and Station Management

Controls for storing, recalling, and scanning preset stations, including memory and numeric buttons.

Signal and Display Management

Buttons for managing RDS, AF, PTY, FM modes, RF/IF bands, and display settings.

Display Panel Overview

The main digital display showing frequency, station information, and operating status.

Detailed Front Panel Functions

Power Button Operation

Controls unit power on/off with associated indicator lights.

Display Information Cycling

Button to cycle through and display various station and RDS information.

Memory and Preset Station Entry

Buttons for storing and recalling stations into memory and preset locations.

RDS, AF, and PTY Functions

Buttons for RDS activation, alternate frequencies (AF), and program type (PTY) selection.

Station Naming Function

Button to manually enter or modify names for non-RDS stations.

Tuning and Mode Selection

Tuning;Select Knob Usage

Primary control for tuning stations manually or using automatic tuning methods.

Band Selection

Cycles through FM, MW, and LW frequency bands.

FM Reception Modes

Switches between stereo and mono reception modes for FM broadcasts.

RF and IF Band Adjustments

Adjustments to mitigate RF interference and optimize reception from adjacent stations.

Automatic and Manual Tuning

Engages automatic tuning (AUTO) or manual tuning modes for station selection.

Preset Tuning and Scanning

Buttons for selecting preset stations manually or scanning through them automatically.

Display and Preset Management

Scan Preset Stations

Initiates an automatic scan through preset memory stations, playing each briefly.

Display Mode Adjustment

Adjusts the intensity of the front panel display indicators.

Numeric Preset Button Usage

Used to select or enter stations into memory locations.

Fluorescent Display Features

Main display panel showing frequency, station information, and operating status.

Rear Panel Connections

Antenna Connections

Diagrams and instructions for connecting FM and AM antennas, including adapters.

Audio Output and Remote Jacks

Connections for audio output to amplifier and for remote control integration.

AC Power Input

Connection point for the AC power cord.

Antenna and System Integration

FM Antenna Setup

Guidance on selecting and connecting indoor or outdoor FM antennas for optimal reception.

AM Antenna Setup

Instructions for connecting the AM antenna and positioning it for best reception.

Amplifier Connectivity

Instructions for connecting the tuner's output to a preamplifier or integrated amplifier.

Remote Control Integration

Connecting the tuner for remote control operation with other Harman Kardon components.

AC Power Connection

Instructions for connecting the unit to the AC main outlet or a switched outlet.

Operation Procedures

Band Selection

How to select desired frequency bands (FM, MW, LW).

Automatic FM Tuning

Steps for automatically scanning and tuning to FM stations with sufficient signal.

Manual Tuning

Method for tuning LW or MW bands, or FM stations when automatic tuning is not optimal.

Programming Stations

Step-by-step guide to storing up to 30 stations into memory.

Recalling Stored Stations

Methods for directly recalling or scanning through preset memory locations.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Display and Sound Problems

Solutions for issues like the display not illuminating or no sound being heard.

FM Reception and Interference

Troubleshooting FM sound interference, stereo display issues, and distorted audio.

Tuning and Preset Issues

Resolving problems with buzzing, intermittent signals, preset station entry, and RDS data.

Radio Reception Optimization

Addressing poor radio reception and locating few stations by checking antenna and connections.

Specifications

FM Section Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for FM reception sensitivity, selectivity, and audio output.

AM Section Specifications

Technical specifications for AM reception sensitivity, image rejection, and audio output.

General and Dimensional Data

Information on power consumption, dimensions, and weight of the unit.

Declaration of Conformity

Statement of compliance with technical standards and EEC directive for interference suppression.

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