Harman Kardon SoundSticks Wireless User manual

SOUNDSTICKS®WIRELESS
Setup Guide

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SOUNDSTICKS®WIRELESS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-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.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. 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.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, 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.
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 LIGHTNING FLASH
WITH AN ARROWHEAD
SYMBOL, WITHIN AN
EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
IS INTENDED TO ALERT
THE USER TO THE
PRESENCE OF UNIN-
SULATED “DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE
PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE
THAT MAY BE OF SUF-
FICIENT MAGNITUDE TO
CONSTITUTE A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK TO
PERSONS.
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN AN
EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE
IS INTENDED TO ALERT
THE USER TO THE
PRESENCE OF IMPOR-
TANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE (SER-
VICING) INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE LITERATURE
ACCOMPANYING THE
PRODUCT.
15. 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.
16. To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains,
disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.
17. The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily
operable.
18. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
19. Do not place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
on the apparatus.

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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 x 254mm)
Weight: 1.5 lb (0.7kg)
Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible problem Solution
No sound from SoundSticks 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.
SOUNDSTICKS®WIRELESS
*These specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Step 1. Place individual
SoundSticks (satellites)
beside monitor/computer.
Place subwoofer as desired,
but placement under desk
provides best performance.
Step 2. Connect satellite
cables to the dual
subwoofer cable. Also
connect the input cable
to the subwoofer input
cable jack.
Step 3. Insert
SoundSticks input cable
into the computer or
other audio device.
Step 4. Plug power cord
into power adapter.

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Easy Setup Guide
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Symptom Possible problem Solution
No sound from subwoofer,
only satellites.
No sound from satellites,
only subwoofer.
High frequencies sound dull.
No sound from Bluetooth device.
Subwoofer volume control set
at minimum.
Satellites not connected
to subwoofer.
Satellites not positioned properly.
Device not paired.
Rotate subwoofer volume control clockwise until relative volume level is
appropriate.
Check connection of satellites to subwoofer.
Position and tilt (angle) loudspeakers toward listener. The sound from the
satellites is very directional due to the four-element linear array design.
Pair device with Soundsticks Wireless. Bluetooth LED illuminates when
pairing is successful.
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.
*Audio from a paired Bluetooth device will mix with the audio from a connected audio device. To listen to only one device, stop play on the other device.
Step 5. Plug power adapter
into subwoofer.
Step 6. Plug power cord
into wall receptacle.
Step 7. Push the subwoofer
volume knob/power ON/
OFF button. Unit is on
when the LED is lit. Use the
subwoofer volume knob to
balance the subwoofer’s
volume with that of the
satellites.
Bluetooth
LED
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.
Step 8. Turn on
Soundsticks Wireless.
(Unit will automatically
enter pairing mode.) Put
Bluetooth-enabled device
in pairing mode. Select
“Soundsticks Wireless”
on device’s pairing list.
Passcode (if required) is
0000. When pairing is
successful, Soundsticks
Wireless’ Bluetooth LED
will illuminate.

HARMAN International Industries, Inc.
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA
www.harmankardon.com
Made in P.R.C.
© 2012 HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved.
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.
The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are
owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by
HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, is under license.
Part No. 950-0454-001 Rev. A