Harman Kardon DRIVE + PLAY [HK-DP1EU] User manual

Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing Harman Kardon’s Drive + Play™,
an elegant mobile audio solution that provides the driver with
easy iPod®control, including full music browsing capability.
We’ve organized this manual to make installation and operation
as simple and trouble-free as possible. Please read it thoroughly
before you begin installing Drive + Play. For the answers to many
commonly-asked questions regarding installation and use of
Drive + Play, please visit us at: www.harmankardon.com
Warranty
Drive + Play is warranted against defects. The duration of
Drive + Play’s warranty depends on the laws in the country in
which it was purchased. Your local Harman Kardon retailer can
help you determine the length of your warranty. To register
your product, please visit us at: www.harmankardon.com
iPod®Requirements
Drive + Play is designed to work with all iPods equipped with
the following Apple®hardware and software:
1. iPod dock port
2. iPod software
As long as both of these requirements are met, Drive + Play
can be easily added to virtually any mobile audio system for
total control of your iPod.
Drive + Play Warnings
Distraction Warning
Do not connect or disconnect your iPod or program Drive + Play
while driving. Always be careful and attentive to your vehicle
and the traffic around you. Always obey all traffic laws while
driving. Always pull off the road and park in a position you are
sure presents absolutely no risk before browsing your iPod or
adjusting the settings on your Drive + Play.
Connecting the iPod
Always hold the Drive + Play’s iPod dock connector by its sides
and gently insert (or remove) the dock connector. Never use
excessive force to insert or remove the connector, or damage
to your iPod may occur.
Lost Data
Harman/Kardon is not responsible for any lost data on your
iPod when using the Drive + Play. Be sure to back up the audio
data files on your computer.
Loud Music and Hearing
Playing loud music in a vehicle can permanently damage your
hearing, as well as hinder your ability to hear traffic. The
maximum volume levels achievable with this product,
combined with high power amplification, may exceed safe
levels for extended listening. We recommend using low volume
levels when driving. Harman/Kardon accepts no liability for
hearing loss, bodily injury, or property damage as a result of
use or misuse of this product.
Headphones and Driving
Do not use headphones while operating a vehicle. This practice
is illegal in some areas. Always be careful and attentive to your
vehicle and the traffic around you. Always obey all traffic laws
while driving. Drive + Play’s audio output is not suitable for
driving headphones and is intended to output a signal
appropriate for an audio system’s line-level input jack.
About Installation
Although we recommend professional installation for your
Harman/Kardon Drive + Play, this product is designed for
do-it-yourself installation as well, especially when using the
wireless FM transmission method (see page 4). Although the
enclosed instructions explain how to install the Drive + Play in a
general sense, they do not show the exact methods for your
particular vehicle. After reading the manual, if you feel
uncomfortable in performing the necessary steps to install the
product, consider asking your authorized Harman Kardon car-
audio dealer about professional installation options.
iPod
Dock Port
2 INTRODUCTION
Model Description and
Minimum Software Version/Date
3G Mini 4G Photo 5G
Buttons above All Click Color Color
touch wheel Wheel Screen Screen
v2.2 v1.1 v3.0 v1.0 v1.0
2/04 3/04 7/04 10/04 6/05

INSTALLATION
Parts List
Drive + Play includes the following components and parts:
• Text Display With Universal Mounting Base and Attached
Cable (3m)
• Control Knob With 30° Mounting Base and Attached
Cable (3m)
• Electronics Enclosure (the Brain)
• Wired FM Adapter
• Removable 12-Volt Accessory Power Cable (2m) with
Cigarette Lighter Adapter and In-Line Fuse Holder
• Line Out Cable (1.6m): Stereo 3.5mm (M) Plug to L/R RCA
(M) Plugs
• iPod Cable (3m): 8-Pin Mini DIN (M) Plug to iPod Dock
Connector
• 0° Control Knob Base
• (2) Mounting Plates for Knob Base and Display Base
• (10) Mounting Screws: (3) Knob Base, (3) Display Base and
(4) Electronics Enclosure
• (6) Cable Ties, Black
• (2) Hex Keys: 3mm and 1.5mm
• (2) Adhesive Mounting Pads
• (2) Alcohol Prep Pads
Tools and Precautions
To install Drive + Play components, we recommend using the
following tools:
• Electric or cordless drill with drill bit set
• Phillips screwdriver set
• Pencil
• Protective eyewear
Before starting the installation, please observe the following
precautions:
• Turn off all audio system power, including the iPod, before
making any connections.
• Always wear protective eyewear when using tools.
Choosing Installation Locations
IMPORTANT: Drive + Play should be installed according to
these instructions and relevant regulations. No part of this
system should obstruct the driver’s view of the road or vehicle
controls or information displays necessary for safely operating
the vehicle. The text display should be positioned to eliminate
glare and reflections, and should be as close as possible to the
driver’s normal line of sight.
Drive + Play Components
Drive + Play consists of three main components: Text Display,
Control Knob and Electronics Enclosure. They operate together
as a system to make controlling your iPod easy, and to route the
audio signal to your mobile audio system. All three components
must be installed. You can choose wireless FM transmission,
wired FM transmission, or direct connection of the line-output
audio signal for the audio interface.
Text Display Location
The Text Display shows current iPod information and is similar
to the display on your iPod. It comes with a three-position
pivot arm for almost limitless viewing adjustment. You can
install the unit in a variety of locations, as long as the
proposed site offers a direct view of the display. For easiest
viewing, mount the unit near other instrument-panel gauges
or on top of the dashboard.
Control Knob Location
The Control Knob allows you to control the iPod much like the
iPod Click Wheel. The unit comes with interchangeable bases so
you can choose the most comfortable operation angle. Ideally,
you should install the Control Knob in a location that provides
comfortable access while driving where you can easily locate and
operate it without taking your eyes off the road.
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INSTALLATION 3
INSTALLATION
Install Text Display
Install Control Knob
Install
Electronics
Enclosure
(on windshield
glass)
(on gauges
panel) (on dash)
(on dash)
(on console)
(under
seat)
(behind
radio)
(in glove
box)

Electronics Enclosure Location
The Electronics Enclosure contains the wireless FM transmitter
and the power supply for the three components. You can install
it under a seat, in the center console compartment, in the glove
box or behind the radio. If possible, select a site that provides
convenient access to the enclosure and easy cable routing.
Also, the performance of the wireless FM transmitter depends
on the location and length of the pigtail antenna.
Drive + Play also provides an audio interface to a cell phone,
satellite radio, or any other device that outputs a low-level
audio signal using the Aux In jack. When using the Auxiliary
Input feature, select a mounting site for the electronics
enclosure that provides easy access to the Aux In jack. Other-
wise, you will need to purchase a 3.5mm stereo extension
cable for a longer cable run (see Wiring Diagram on page 5).
Wired FM Adapter
The Wired FM adapter must be plugged into the cable that
connects your vehicle’s antenna to the radio, and is usually
located at the back of the in-dash radio. However, in some
vehicles, it may be located elsewhere. If you are unsure about
the antenna plug’s location, or if your vehicle includes an
amplified or non-standard antenna, consider having your
Drive + Play professionally installed.
iPod Location
With this system, you can place your iPod in any location that
allows you to conveniently connect it to the Drive + Play iPod
cable. Since you don’t have to view the iPod or use its controls,
you can place it inside the center console compartment, the
glove box, or another hidden site.
NOTE: Since an iPod can get hot during operation, avoid tightly
enclosed areas. Review “About Operating and Storage
Temperatures” in your iPod’s User’s Guide.
Planning the Installation
IMPORTANT: When routing wires from any of the components
to the electronics enclosure, be sure to route them away from
any moving parts such as the gear-shift levers, pedals, parking
brake and steering column.
Temporarily place the main components at their proposed sites
and lay out their interconnect cables to judge the cable routes
(see Wiring Diagram on page 5 for wiring options). If a cable
comes up short, try moving one or more components to find a
better run. Next, inspect the vehicle’s interior assembly and
locate areas where cables can be hidden or tucked into seams
(e.g., under the center console housing, along body panel, etc.).
Once you have found the ideal cable runs and component
locations, mark the sites with a pencil and continue with the
installation.
Choosing an Audio Interface
Referring to the Wiring Diagram on the next page, you can
interface the Drive + Play’s audio output to your mobile audio
system in three ways:
Wireless FM Transmission
Only available in selected countries
This method is the most convenient and requires the least
wiring. After setup, you simply tune your radio to the assigned
FM frequency to listen to your iPod. Drive + Play has a built-in
FM transmitter and its software provides a choice of five fixed
FM frequencies or a tunable frequency for areas where none
of the fixed frequency selections are available. See Initial
Setup on page 9 for details about locating an optimum
frequency for best performance of the FM transmitter.
Wired FM Transmission
For better quality FM transmission performance, use the Wired
FM Adaptor for direct connection (via the Antenna jack on the
Electronics Enclosure) to your radio’s antenna input (see Wiring
Diagram on the next page).
NOTE: Depending on your vehicle model, antenna plug
adaptors may be required to connect the Wired FM Adaptor to
your radio and antenna.
Connecting to Audio Out
This method provides the best sound quality, but involves more
wiring. After making the connections and setup, you will select
Auxiliary Input or CD Changer on your audio system to listen to
your iPod. See Initial Setup on page 9 for details.
NOTE: In order to use the Audio Out, your audio system must
have an auxiliary input jack or a CD changer input. A third-
party interface is required for a CD changer input. If your
system has neither feature, FM transmission is the only choice
for the audio interface.
Choosing a Power Interface
Referring to the Wiring Diagram on the next page, you can
connect Drive + Play’s power connections to your vehicle’s
electrical system in one of two ways:
Removable 12-Volt Accessory Power Cable With
Cigarette Lighter Adaptor and In-Line Fuse Holder
This power interface is the most convenient, since the power
cable can be simply plugged into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter
outlet. No additional wiring is required.
NOTE: If your cigarette
lighter works even when the car’s ignition switch is in the “off”
position, you’ll have to turn Drive + Play on manually.
4 INSTALLATION

Direct Connection of the 12-Volt Power Harness With
In-Line Fuse Holder
Use this method when you want a direct connection to the
vehicle’s electrical system. Leaving the in-line fuse holder intact,
cut the cigarette lighter plug from the cord and strip about
4 inches of the thick, black insulation away from the three wires
inside.
Connect the red wire inside to the vehicle’s ACC (accessory
circuit). Connect the yellow wire to the vehicle’s constant 12V
power wire, and connect the black wire to the vehicle’s ground
circuit. The best place to make those connections is in the harness
that provides power and ground to the vehicle’s radio.
IMPORTANT: Replace the in-line fuse only with one of the
same type and rating.
INSTALLATION 5
INSTALLATION
Auxiliary
Device
(optional)
Third-Party
CD Changer
Interface
(optional)
Text Display
BackSide
+12V = yellow
CD Changer L/R In
Aux. L/R In Antenna In
2A Fuse
2A Fuse
Cut and
Strip Cable
ACC = red
GND = black
Electronics Enclosure
Antenna Cable
(disconnect from
Head Unit/Radio)
Head Unit/Radio
or
or
or
or
Cell Phone,
Satellite Radio, etc.
iPod Cable
3.5mm Stereo Cable
(not included) Line Out Cable
Wired
FM Adapter
Wireless
FM Transmitter
(Only available in
selected countries)
12-Volt
Accessory
Power Cable
iPod
Control Knob
Direct Power
Connection
Removable
Power Connection
Wiring Diagram
Tip = LEFT
Sleeve = GROUND
3.5mm Stereo
Mini-Plug Cable
RIGHT = Ring
Audio Input/Output Jacks

Installing Components
Installing the Electronics Enclosure
At the selected site, install the Electronics Enclosure. Use either
the enclosed cable ties or mounting screws, as shown below.
Installing the Text Display
1. Temporarily place the Text Display at the proposed site and
check the default viewing angle while adjusting the pivot
arm. If it meets your needs, then skip to step 2. Otherwise,
change the viewing angle as follows:
a. Using the 3mm hex key, loosen the recessed hex screw
(inside the display base) until the pivot arm is free from
the display assembly. The hex screw will remain captive.
b. Select another viewing angle position (middle or top).
Reassemble the parts in reverse order and tighten the
recessed hex screw.
2. At the base, using the 1.5mm hex key, loosen (but do not
remove) the hex setscrew.
3. To install the Text Display with adhesive tape, perform the
following steps or skip to step 4:
a. Insert the mounting plate, rotate it 180°, and tighten the
hex setscrew as shown below.
6 INSTALLATION
Recessed
Hex Screw
Display
Assembly
Display
Base
3mm
Hex Key
Mounting
Plate
Adhesive
Pad
Hex Setscrew

b. At the proposed site, wipe the surface and exposed
mounting plate with one of the enclosed alcohol pads.
Allow both to dry.
c. Remove the protective tape from one side of one of the
enclosed adhesive pads, and press the pad against the
mounting plate.
d. Remove the remaining protective tape, and press and
hold the Text Display to its site for 5 seconds.
4. To install the Text Display with mounting screws, perform
the following steps:
a. At the proposed site, place the mounting plate and
rotate it so that the arrow will point toward the hex set-
screw at the back of the base after it’s mounted.
b. Holding the mounting plate in position, fasten it to the
surface with three enclosed mounting screws.
c. Place the Text Display on the mounting plate (180° from
its final position), and then rotate it a half-turn to the
final position. Tighten the hex setscrew at the back of
the base.
5. Route the attached cable to the Electronics Enclosure.
Installing the Control Knob
NOTE: The Control Knob’s cable can be routed differently
for adhesive or screw mounting. The default cable route is
through the back of the base and should be used when
mounting the base with the supplied adhesive pad. For screw
mounting, the cable can be routed through the center of the
base and through a hole that must be drilled in the mounting
surface. You may use the mounting plate as a template.
1. Place the Control Knob at the site and check the operation
angle with the default 30° base. If it meets your needs,
then skip to step 2. Otherwise, change the base as follows:
a. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws from
the bottom of the base and set the internal mounting
plate aside.
b. While holding the base, grasp the Control Knob and turn
it to the right until you feel it release from the base.
Slide the base off the attached cable and put it aside.
c. Select the 0° base and thread the cable through the
base to meet the Control Knob.
d. Place the new base against the Control Knob bottom and
turn it to the left until it locks. Route the attached cable
through the base’s opening. Fasten the internal mounting
plate to the base with the screw(s) from step a.
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INSTALLATION 7
INSTALLATION
Mounting
Plate
Hex Setscrew
Arrow
Control
Knob
30° Base
Internal
Mounting
Plate
Control
Knob
0° Base
Cable Through
0° Base and Internal
Mounting Plate Internal
Mounting
Plate

Installing Components
Installing the Control Knob (continued)
2. At the base (below the cable), using the 1.5mm hex key,
loosen (but do not remove) the hex setscrew.
3. To install the Control Knob with adhesive tape, perform the
following steps or skip to step 4:
a. Insert the mounting plate, rotate it 180°, and tighten the
hex setscrew.
b. To ensure adhesion, wipe the surface at the site and
exposed mounting plate with one of the enclosed
alcohol pads. Allow both to dry.
c. Remove the protective tape from one side of one of the
enclosed adhesive pads, and press the pad against the
mounting plate.
d. Remove the remaining protective tape, and press and
hold the Control Knob to its site for 5 seconds.
4. To install the Control Knob with mounting screws, perform
the following steps:
a. At the proposed site, place the mounting plate and
rotate it so that the arrow will point toward the hex set-
screw at the back of the base after it’s mounted.
b. Holding the mounting plate in position, fasten it to the
surface with three enclosed mounting screws.
c. Using the mounting plate’s center hole as a template,
drill a hole through the mounting surface and pass the
Control Knob’s cable through the hole.
d. Place the Control Knob on the mounting plate (180°
from its final position), and then rotate it a half-turn to
the final position. Tighten the hex setscrew at the back
of the base.
5. Route the attached cable to the Electronics Enclosure.
Installing the iPod Cable
Route the iPod dock connector cable to the chosen iPod site
(e.g., the center console compartment or the glove box). Be
sure to leave enough cable exposed to make connecting and
disconnecting the iPod easy.
Making the System Connections
With all power off, refer to the Wiring Diagram on page 5 and
make only the power, ground and audio signal connections that
apply to the scheme you have chosen. Make sure all the plugs
are properly seated in their receptacles.
OPERATING DRIVE + PLAY
Distraction Warning
Do not connect or disconnect your iPod or program Drive + Play
while driving. Always pull off the road and park in a position that
you are absolutely sure presents no risk before browsing your
iPod or adjusting the settings on your Drive + Play. Always obey
all traffic laws while driving.
Overview
8 INSTALLATION/OPERATION
Mounting
Plate
Control Knob
With 0° Base
Adhesive
Pad
Mounting
Plate
Control Knob
With 0° Base
Arrow
Next/Fast Forward
Press Once to Play Next Track
Press and Hold to Fast Forward
Select
Press Once to Choose
Highlighted Menu Item
Scroll Ring
Scroll Right Once to Next Menu Item
Scroll Right and Hold to Jump Forward
In Now Playing, Scroll Right to
Fast Forward
Scroll Ring
Scroll Left Once to Last Menu Item
Scroll Left and Hold to Jump Back
In Now Playing, Scroll Left to
Fast Rewind
Menu
Press Once to Jump
to Last Screen
Play/Pause
Press Once to Stop or
Resume Play of Current Track
Drive + Play On/Off
Press Once to Turn On
Press and Hold to Turn Off
Previous/Rewind
Press Once to Play Last Track
Press and Hold to Rewind

Drive + Play operates much like the iPod itself. The Control
Knob mimics the iPod’s Click Wheel, and its software uses a
similar menu-select system. Before you use Drive + Play, you’ll
need to set it up for the first time. After you perform the Initial
Setup using the Settings Menu, controlling your iPod with
Drive + Play will be easy and intuitive.
To make selections on the Text Display, you simply turn the
Control Knob’s Scroll Ring to highlight a desired menu item.
Turn the Scroll Ring to the right to scroll down, and to the left
to scroll up. Press the (center) Select button once to confirm
your selection.
Depending on your selection, this display may show:
• a list of settings or menu operation, or
When in any of the “settings” menus:
• a highlighted setting with a choice of values, or
• a highlighted setting with a check box, or
• a graphic display which may be adjusted using the
Scroll Ring.
Pressing the (center) Select button again will select the next
value or go back to the beginning if all settings have been
viewed, or set the check box on or off (i.e., check or uncheck).
If a graphic display appears, use the Scroll Ring to adjust the
setting.
After making your adjustment or selection, you may press the
(top) Menu button to go to the previous menu. If no buttons are
pressed within 10 seconds, the Now Playing screen will appear.
At this point, pressing the Menu button will take you back to
the screen of your previous selection. Repeated Menu presses
will take you back to the Drive + Play Menu.
Initial Setup
NOTE: Please refer to Drive + Play’s display screen as you
make initial settings. Also refer to your iPod User’s Guide for
operation information.
Power On
1. With the main volume turned down (on your audio system),
power on your entire mobile audio system and then turn on
Drive + Play by pressing the (bottom) Play/Pause Button.
If everything is operating correctly, the iPod screen will
display the following message:
OK to disconnect.
2. Drive + Play’s Text Display will show the Harman Kardon
splash screen first, followed by the Now Playing screen.
What the Now Playing screen displays next depends on the
following conditions:
• Drive + Play will tell your iPod to play the same selection
as when it was last turned off. If you plugged your iPod
into Drive + Play while it was playing, Drive + Play will tell
the iPod to play the current song without interruption.
• However, if nothing was playing when your iPod was last
turned off or when it was plugged in, Drive + Play will tell
the iPod to begin playing the first song in its Songs data-
base.
Locating an Optimum FM Frequency
Drive + Play provides five preset FM frequencies (88.1, 88.3,
88.5, 88.7, or 88.9MHz) for your convenience. Depending on
where you’ll use Drive + Play, a preset frequency may provide
satisfactory operation. For the best performance, follow these
steps to locate an optimum FM frequency:
1. Turn on your vehicle’s radio and search for an available FM
channel (one where you hear only low-level static or an
existing weak station).
2. If the channel matches a Drive + Play’s preset frequency,
you will need to select it in the preset FM frequency menu
in the next section.
3. If it does notmatch a Drive + Play’s preset frequency, you
will need to set this frequency in the Custom FM Frequency
menu in the next section.
4. Add your chosen frequency to your radio’s memory for
easy recall.
NOTE: The performance of the chosen FM frequency may vary
by location. If you drive far from home, you may want to
choose several frequencies that work well in different areas by
adding them to your radio’s memory for easy recall.
Setting FM Transmission
FM Settings can be accessed from the Main Menu or later
within the Settings Menu.
• To turn FM Transmission on or off:
Drive + Play Menu > FM Settings > FM Transmitter> select On
(default) or Off.
• To change the preset FM Frequency:
Drive + Play Menu > FM Settings > FM Frequency > select
88.1 (default), 88.3, 88.5, 88.7, 88.9 or Custom (default =
88.7 MHz or last setting).
NOTE: If the preset FM frequencies are already assigned to
FM stations in your listening area, then use Custom FM
Frequency (below) to select an unused frequency.
The default setting is 88,7 MHz.
OPERATION 9
OPERATION
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Initial Setup (continued)
Setting FM Transmission (continued)
• To select a Custom FM Frequency:
1. Drive + Play Menu > FM Settings > Custom Frequency.
2. The FM Frequency graphic display will appear. Scroll to
select a desired FM frequency.
Setting Shuffle
You can set Drive + Play to shuffle (randomly play) iPod songs
or albums as follows:
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Shuffle > select Off (default),
Songs or Albums.
Setting Repeat
You can set Drive + Play to repeat the current iPod song or all
songs in a playlist or album as follows:
NOTE: When browsing by Artists, Genres or Composers,
selecting Repeat All will repeat the album that contains the
selected song.
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Shuffle > select Off (default) >
One > All.
Setting AUX Input
To route an audio signal from a device (e.g., cell phone or
satellite radio; see Wiring Diagram on page 5) connected to
Drive + Play’s auxiliary input to your mobile audio system:
• To select auxiliary input signals manually:
1. Drive + Play Menu > AUX input, or
Drive + Play Menu > Settings > AUX input.
2. Press Select button once to return.
• To disable the AUX input or to restore audio from the
connected iPod, press the Select button once.
Setting the Display
You can customize Drive + Play to display your viewing
preferences as follows:
• To enable or disable Large Fonts:
1. Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Display Settings > select
Large Font check box to turn it on or off (default).
2. To enable or disable Large Fonts, press the (top) Menu
button twice to return to the Drive + Play menu.
NOTE: Drive + Play will store up to 32 characters for
display in the Now Playing screen, arranging the names
of songs in logical groups of characters. To display the
next logical group, press the Select button once. If there
are more characters than can be displayed in two
groups, the third group will appear after a few seconds,
followed by the first group again. If Auto Scroll is enabled,
the character groups will change automatically.
• To enable or disable Auto Scroll:
Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Display Settings >
Auto Scroll > select On or Off (default).
• To adjust the display’s contrast:
1. Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Display Settings > Adjust
Contrast.
2. The Contrast graphic display will appear. Scroll to select
a desired contrast.
• To adjust the display’s backlight:
1. Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Display Settings > Adjust
Backlight.
2. The Brightness graphic display will appear. Scroll to
select a desired brightness.
• You can set Drive + Play’s backlight to turn off after
10 seconds. When it is off, pressing any button on the
Control Knob will turn it back on. To turn the display’s
backlight timer on or off:
Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Display Settings > Backlight
Timer > select On (default is always on) or 10 sec.
• To enable or disable an inverted display (i.e., white text on
black background):
Drive + Play Menu > Settings > select Display Settings check
box to enable or disable (default) it.
Setting the Drive + Play (Main) Menu
You can set the Drive + Play (Main) Menu to display your choice
of menus as follows:
NOTE: As a default, the following eight menus will be
displayed (denoted by checked boxes): FM Settings, Now
Playing, Playlists, Artists, Albums, Songs, Genres and
Composers. If you want all these selections to display, then
skip this section.
1. Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Change Main Menu.
2. Scroll to a selection (e.g., Composers) you want to remove
and press the (center) Select Button once to uncheck the
box. To add the menu again, press the (center) Select
Button once to check the box.
3. Repeat step 2 for other menus you want to remove from or
add to the Main Menu.
NOTE: Settings cannot be removed from the Main Menu.
10 OPERATION

Setting the Sleep Timer
Drive + Play is equipped with a sleep timer that delays its
power off by a default of 2 seconds after the ignition is turned
off. During the delay, Drive + Play will display “powering off.”
You can set a different delay time as follows:
NOTE: Sleep Timer only works when the Drive + Play’s ACC
wire is connected to the ignition switch’s accessory terminal
(see Wiring Diagram on page 5).
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Sleep Timer > select 2 sec
(default), 4 sec, or 8 sec.
Setting the Jump Size
When browsing a database (songs, albums, artists, etc.), you can
scroll and hold to jump to a different position in the list, skipping
over undesired titles. The default jump size is 10 percent of your
database. You can set a different jump size as follows:
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Jump Size > select 1%, 2%,
5%, 10% (default), 15%, 20% or 25%.
About Drive + Play
You can view information about Drive + Play as follows:
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > About.
Resetting All Settings
NOTE: Resetting all settings will erase all your custom settings
and replace them with default values.
To reset all Drive + Play settings to their default values:
1. Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Reset All.
2. After a few seconds, you will see the Harman Kardon splash
screen, followed by the Now Playing screen. At this point, all
Drive + Play settings have been reset.
Browsing and Playing Songs
Browsing and playing songs using Drive + Play works much
like an iPod. Using the Control Knob (see Overview on page 8),
you can play songs in any playlist, or play songs in categories
such as Artists, Albums, Songs, Genres or Composers.
NOTE: Drive + Play does not support chapter search when
playing an Audiobook. You may use the scroll wheel to move
forward or backward manually.
• Press the (center) Select Button to advance through menu
items to locate and play songs.
• Press the (top) Menu Button to go back to a previous menu.
When a song starts to play, the Text Display will show the Now
Playing screen (see above right) with Song Name, Artist, track
number and the elapsed play time. You can also set
Drive + Play to shuffle-play or repeat-play a song or album.
NOTE: Now Playing, Playlists, Artists, Albums, Songs, Genres or
Composers will only appear in the Main Menu after they have
been checked for display (see the previous page).
Browsing Playlists
• Drive + Play Menu > Playlists > select a playlist (e.g.,
Favorites) > select a song.
NOTE: The On-The-Go playlist will not be updated while
using Drive + Play.
Browsing Artists
• Drive + Play Menu > Artists > select an artist > select an
album > select a song.
Browsing Albums
• Drive + Play Menu > Albums > select an album > select a
song.
Browsing Songs
• Drive + Play Menu > Songs > select a song.
Browsing Genres
• Drive + Play Menu > Genres > select a genre > select an artist
> select an album > select a song.
Browsing Composers
• Drive + Play Menu > Composer > select a composer > select
an album > select a song.
Shuffle Play
You can set Drive + Play to shuffle (randomly play) iPod songs
or albums as follows:
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Shuffle > select Off (default),
Songs, or Albums.
Repeat Play
You can set Drive + Play to repeat the current iPod song or all
songs in a playlist or album as follows:
NOTE: When browsing by Artists, Genres or Composers, select-
ing Repeat All will repeat the album containing the desired song.
• Drive + Play Menu > Settings > Shuffle > select Off (default),
One, or All.
OPERATION 11
OPERATION
Song Title
Artist
0:00TO1
Now Playing

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem:
Message = iPod Disconnected
Solution:
• Check that the iPod Connection Cable is connected between
the Electronics Enclosure and the iPod.
Problem:
Message = AUX is Disabled
Solution:
• Check AUX Input (see page 10).
• Check the connection between the Electronics Enclosure
and the auxiliary device.
Problem:
Hearing static when playing the iPod with wireless
FM transmission.
Solution:
• Interference from an FM station at the same frequency.
Try another FM frequency (see page 9).
• Consider installing the optional Wired FM Transmitter
(see page 5).
Problem:
Drive + Play won’t turn on.
Solution:
• Replace the in-line fuse with one of the same type
and rating.
Problem:
Message = Please update your iPod software
Solution:
• Download and install the latest software version for your
iPod (see Apple.com).
Technical Support
If you are having other problems with Drive + Play, please
contact us at:
1 – (516) – 255 – HKHK (4545)
Or on the Web at:
www.harmankardon.com
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions of Electronics Enclosure :
6" (152.0mm) x 1-1⁄4" (32.4mm) x 2-5⁄8" (66.4mm) (W x H x D)
Maximum Mounting Diameter of Text Display :
1-13⁄16" (46.2mm)
Maximum Mounting Diameter of Control Knob:
1-13⁄16" (45.9mm)
Fuse Rating: 2A
Nominal Current Requirement with iPod Connected: 500mA
Line Output Voltage: 1V
Maximum Auxiliary Input Voltage: 1V
Audio Input and Output Jacks: 3.5mm stereo mini-plug
All features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Harman Kardon and Harman International are registered trademarks, and Drive + Play is a
trademark, of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
Apple and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
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