TU 970 OWNER’S MANUAL Power for the Digital Revolution®
Table of Contents 3 Introduction 4 Front Panel Controls 5 Rear Panel Connections 6 Remote Control Functions 7 Installation and Connections Declaration of Conformity 8 Operation 8 Basic Operation 8 Station List 9 Preset Setting 9 Function Control 9 Station Order 9 Signal Error Rate 10 Preset Tune 11 RDS Operation We, Harman Consumer International 2, Route de Tours 72500 Château-du-Loir, FRANCE declare in own responsibility, that the product described in this owner’s manual is in compliance
Introduction Congratulations! With the purchase of the Harman Kardon TU 970 you are about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. While sophisticated systems are hard at work within the TU 970 to make all of this happen, hookup and operation are simple. To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new tuner, we urge you to take a few minutes to read through this manual. This will ensure that connections are made properly.
Front Panel Controls 1 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 Power Indicator System Power Control Band selector Function/FM Mode Selector 5 5 6 7 8 @ 6 Info/RDS Button Auto Tune Button Information Display Dimmer 1 Power Indicator: This LED will illuminate in amber when the unit is in the Standby mode to signal that the unit is ready to be turned on. When the unit is in operation, the indicator will turn blue.
Rear Panel Connections Optical and Coaxial Digital Outputs FM Antenna AM Antenna Analog Audio Outputs DAB Antenna AC Power Cord Remote Control Output Remote Control Input Optical and Coaxial Digital Outputs: Connect one of these jacks to the optical or coaxial digital input of your pre amplifier or integrated amplifier, if available. Analog Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to the tuner input of your pre amplifier or integrated amplifier for analog audio playback.
Remote Control Functions 0 Standby/Power On: Press this button to turn on the TU 970; press it again to turn the unit off (to Standby). Note that the Power Indicator 1 next to the switch will turn blue when the unit is on. 1 Numeric Keys: These buttons serve as a ten-button numeric keypad to enter tuner preset positions or to tune stations directly. 0 2 Clear Button: Press this button to clear presets from your station list.
Installation and Connections Audio Connections After unpacking the unit and placing it on a solid surface capable of supporting its weight, you will need to make the connections to your pre amplifier or integrated amplifier. These steps need to be done only when the tuner is first installed. Audio Equipment Connections We recommend that you use high-quality interconnect cables when making connections to source equipment and recorders to preserve the quality of the signals.
Operation Basic Operation The TU 970 is simple to operate, and very similar to tuners you may have used in the past. This section will explain the use of several features that may be new to you. DAB Operation When you turn on the tuner, the tuner will initialize. During 2 seconds, the display will show the following messages: • Install the two supplied AAA batteries in the remote as shown. Be certain to observe the (+) and (–) polarity indicators shown in the bottom of the battery compartment.
Operation Preset Setting Function Control Signal Error Rate Besides having the TU 970 create a station list, you can also store presents into the tuners memory. The DAB mode in the TU 970 contains a menu structure to access various system options. To enter the menu, press the Function Button on the front panel 4 or on the remote control 6 once. To scroll through the list of sections of the menu, turn the Control Ring ) or press the Scroll Buttons on the remote control 5.
Operation Preset Tune In this section you can tune presets of stations that broadcast only periodically, stations which were not found during the Autotune process. If you return to this preset in the future, and at that time is does not broadcast, the display will show STATION NOT AVAILABLE. Software Version This section allows a visual check of software version installed in your TU 970. This might be helpful in case servicing of your tuner may be necessary.
Operation RDS Operation RDS (Radio Data System) transmits station call signs or network information, station program type, text messages about the station or specifics of a musical selection and the correct time.
Troubleshooting Guide This unit is designed for trouble-free operation. Most problems users encounter are due to operating errors. If you have a problem, first check this list for a possible solution. If the problem persists, consult your authorized Harman Kardon Service Center. If the problem is... Make sure that the... No lights appear when System Power button is pressed Unit is plugged into a live outlet. Make sure the outlet is active. No sound is heard Tune to an active station.
Technical Specifications FM Section Frequency Range 87.50 MHz to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps) Signal-to-Noise Ratio 65dB (Mono) 60dB (Stereo) Presets 30 Section Frequency Range 522 kHz to 1620 kHz (9 kHz steps) Signal-to-Noise Ratio 35dB Presets 30 DAB Section RF Section Band lll, 174MHz-240MHz Input: 50 Ohm, nominal Max signal: -3dBm typ Sensitivity: -96dBm typ Adjacent Channel Rejection: 35dB typ Display 2 line by 16 character DOT Matrix Presets 10 Audio Output Stereo, 2.
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