Soundsticks III - Speaker HARMAN KARDON - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Soundsticks III HARMAN KARDON

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harman/kardon®

by HARMAN

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SOUNDSTICKS ^® III

FCC Regulations

FCC Declaration of Conformity Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con ditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Radio and Television Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and then on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

ment and receiver are on different branch circuits.

help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Harman Consumer Group, Inc., could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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Important Safety Instructions

Read these instructions.1.

Keep these instructions.2.

Heed all warnings.3.

Follow all instructions.4.

Do not use this apparatus near water.5.

Clean only with a dry cloth.6.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with 7. the manufacturer's instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 8. registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-9. type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, par-10. ticularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.11.

1. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

1. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

2. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

3. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.

4. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.

5. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire 18. or the like.

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH AN 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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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 PRODUCT.

SEE MARKING ON BACK OF PRODUCT.

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Specifications\*

System

Frequency range: 44Hz - 20kHz

Power consumption: 4W idle, 65W

maximum

Subwoofer

Transducer (1): 6" woofer

Amplifier output power: 20W RMS

Dimensions (W x H): 9-3/16" x 10-3/16"

(232mm x 258mm)

Weight: 4 lb (2.2kg)

Satellite

Transducers (4): 1" full-range per channel

Amplifier output power: 10W RMS per

channel

Dimensions (W x H): 2" x 10"

(51mm × 254mm)

Weight: 1.5 lb (0.7kg)

Step 1. Place individual SoundSticks® III (satellites) beside monitor/computer.	Step 2. Place subwoofer as desired, but placement under your desk will provide optimal performance.	Step 3. Connect satellite cables to the dual subwoofer cable. Also connect the input cable to the subwoofer input cable jack.	Step 4. Insert SoundSticks III input cable into the computer or other audio device.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible problem	Solution
No sound from SoundSticks III speaker system.	No power to subwoofer.Power adapter plug not inserted correctly.No volume or low volume.	Ensure power supply is connected to live power source and is properly connected to subwoofer. Please note: When subwoofer is powered, a power LED should light.Place plug with arrow symbol facing UP into the subwoofer.Touch the volume "Up" (+) pad on the volume control satellite to unmute and/or increase the system volume level.Note: Touching the volume "Down" (-) pad lowers the system volume. Touching both (+) and (-) volume control pads at the same time will mute the system.

*These specifications are subject to change without notice.

Easy Setup Guide

Step 5. Plug power cord into power adapter.	Step 6. Plug power adapter into subwoofer.	Step 7. Plug power cord into wall receptacle.	Step 8. Push power ON/OFF button. Unit is on when LED is lit. Push the subwoofer volume knob/power ON/OFF button. Use the subwoofer volume knob to balance the subwoofer's volume with that of the satellites.	Step 9. Adjust volume level by touching + or – button. Touching both the + and – buttons mutes the audio. When muted, touching either button unmutes the audio.

Symptom Possible problem Solution
No sound from subwoofer, only satellites.	Subwoofer volume control set at minimum.	Rotate subwoofer volume control clockwise until relative volume level is appropriate.
No sound from satellites, only subwoofer.	Satellites not connected to subwoofer.	Check connection of satellites to subwoofer.
High frequencies sound dull.	Satellites not positioned properly.	Position and tilt (angle) loudspeakers toward listener. The sound from the satellites is very directional due to the four-element linear array design.

This product is intended to be supplied by a listed direct plug-in power unit marked "Class 2" and output rated 16V DC minimum 1.5 A.

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Dimensions: 232mm (diam.) x 258mm

Poids: 2.2kg

Haut-parleurs

Transducer (1): 6" subwoofer

SE MERKING UNDER PRODUKTET.

SOUNDSTICKS ^® III

Spesifikasjoner*

System

(9 3/16" × 10 3/16")

Vekt: 2,2 kg

Satellitt

Warning sign with warning symbol, lightning bolt, and exclamation mark in a technical diagram

SOUNDSTICKS ^® III

harman/kardon® by HARMAN

HARMAN

Harman Consumer, Inc.

8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA

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Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.

Harman Kardon and SoundSticks are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries.