Harman harman kardon SURROUND User manual

OWNER’S
MANUAL
SURROUND

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/ IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
The HK Surround wireless home theater system has been
designed for use with 100-240 volt, 50/60 Hz AC current.
Connection to a line voltage other than that for which your
product is intended can create a safety and re hazard and may
damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage
requirements for your specic model or about the line voltage
in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the
unit in to a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
To avoid safety hazards, use only the power cord supplied
with your unit. We do not recommend that extension cords be
used with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not run
power cords under rugs or carpets, or place heavy objects on
them. Damaged power cords should be replaced immediately
by an authorized service center with a cord that meets factory
specications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always
pull the plug; never pull the cord.
If you do not intend to use your speaker for any considerable
length of time, disconnect the plug
from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components inside this product.
Opening the cabinet may present a shock hazard, and any
modication to the product will void your warranty. If water
accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC
power source immediately, and consult an authorized service
center.

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/ TABLE OF CONTENTS
/IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...............................................1
/INTRODUCTION........................................................................................ 3
/WHAT’S IN THE BOX............................................................................... 4
/PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................ 6
/INSTALL ATION ........................................................................................... 11
/CONNECTING TO TV.............................................................................14
/CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES ...............................................16
/POWER ON .................................................................................................18
/CONNECTING TO INTERNET........................................................... 20
/USING YOUR SYSTEM......................................................................... 22
/SOUND SETTINGS.................................................................................24
/SETTINGS...................................................................................................25
/SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................27
/TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................... 29
/OPEN SOURCE LICENSE NOTICE ....................................................31
/LICENSE ......................................................................................................32

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/ INTRODUCTION
This manual includes information of the HK Surround wireless
home theater system. We encourage you to take a few minutes
to read this manual, which describes the products and includes
step-by-step instructions to help you set up and get started.
Read and understand all the safety instructions before using
your product.
The streaming box may have an important software update
available. Please follow the instructions to connect the
product to Wi-Fi to ensure that your product has the most
recent software updates.
Design and specications are subject to change without notice.
If you have any questions about these products, their
installation or their operation, please contact your
Harman Kardon retailer or customer service, or visit us at
www.harmankardon.com

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/ WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Carefully unpack the box and check if the following parts are
included. If any part is damaged, do not use it contact your
Harman Kardon retailer or customer service.
x 4 x 7
x 8
x 4
1 2 3 4
5 6 7
1. Subwoofer
2. Satellite speakers
3. Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries)
4. Power cords*
5. Streaming box
6. Center speaker
7. Wall-mount brackets
* Power cord quantity and plug type vary by regions.

/ WHAT’S IN THE BOX
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Inserting Batteries before Using the Remote Control (AAA
batteries x 2)
Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow until it is
completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) oriented so
that their polarity is correct. Slide the battery cover back into
position.

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/ PRODUCT
OVERVIEW
Front Panel of the Streaming Box
2
1
1. Infrared (IR) sensor
2. Touch screen
• : Wi-Fi signal indicator.
• : Press to stream music from Chromecast.
• : Press to set up surround sound system.
• : Press to select a source (Bluetooth / Aux /
HDMI / Optical).
• : Press to customize the audio settings.
• : Press to customize the general settings.
• : Press to check the system information of this
product.

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Back Panel of the Streaming Box
1 2 3 4 5 6 87
1. ETHERNET
• Connect to the Internet (RJ45 connector).
2. HDMI IN 1 / HDMI IN 2 / HDMI IN 3 / HDMI IN 4
• Connect to the HDMI output on a digital device.
3. SERVICE (for technical personnel only)
4. OPTICAL IN
• Connect to an optical audio output on your TV or a
digital device.
5. AUX IN
• Connect to an audio device (3.5mm jack).
6. RESET
• Press and hold for 5 seconds to restore the factory
settings.
7. HDMI TV
• Connect to the HDMI (ARC) input on your TV.
8. POWER
• Connect to the power supply.

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Remote Control
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1. (Power)
• Power on or switch to standby.

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2. Source zone
• Select an input source: OPTICAL / AUX / HDMI TV /
HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4.
3. MUTE
• Mute or unmute the audio.
4. VOL + / -
• Increase or decrease the volume level.
• Press and hold to continually increase or decrease the
volume.
5. SOUND MODE
• Access or exit sound mode options (Standard / Music /
Voice / Movie / Personal);
• Press and hold to reset personal sound mode.
6. /
• Skip to the previous or next track for Chromecast or
Bluetooth playback.
7. SURROUND
• Turn the surround sound eect on or o.
8. BASS - / +
• Turn bass down or up.
9. AUDIO SYNC - / +
• Decrease or increase audio sync delay if the video and
audio synchronization is not correct.
10. NIGHT MODE
• Turn the night mode (Dynamic Range Control) on or o
for Dolby Digital and DTS tracks.

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11.
• Play or pause Chromecast or Bluetooth playback.
12. BT
• Press to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
• Press and hold for 3 seconds to pair with a new device.
13. SOURCE
• Switch to shue mode: / /
/ / / Optical / / Bluetooth.

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/ INSTALL ATION
NOTES
• To avoid wireless interference, keep other wireless devices 16.4
feet (5 meters) away from the streaming box.
• Make sure there are AC outlets nearby.
Speaker location plays a critical role in setting up your wireless
home theater system.
1) Place the streaming box near your TV. Do not place
anything on top of the streaming box.
2) Place or wall mount the center speaker below your TV,
directly in front of your seating position.

/ INSTALLATION
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3) Place two front speakers to the left and right of the center
speaker individually.
4) Place two rear speakers behind your seating position. To
achieve the best quality sound, mount them on the wall or
raise them by using stands (not provided).

/ INSTALLATION
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Reset
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5) Place the subwoofer at least 3.3 feet (1 meter) to the left or
right of the TV. Leave a clearance of about 3.9 inches (10
centimeters) from the wall.
CAUTION:
• Before mounting on a wall, make sure the wall can support the
weight of the speaker.
• Install on a vertical wall only.
• For the wall-mounting, avoid a location with high temperature or
humidity.
• Make sure the product is powered o and unplugged before the
installation. Otherwise, it may cause an electric shock.
• Before moving or installing the product, make sure to power o
and unplug rst.

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/ CONNECTING TO TV
NOTES
• If you want to enjoy sound only from the wireless home theater
system, make sure to set your TV audio settings to support
external speakers and disable the built-in TV speakers.
• Before you make or change any connections, make sure that all
devices are disconnected from the power outlet.
HDMI (Preferred)
1) Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI OUT (TV ARC)
connector on the back of the streaming box to the HDMI IN
(ARC) connector on your TV.
2) Press on the touch screen or press the HDMI
OUT (TV ARC) button on the remote control to select the
mode.
HDMI TV HDMI ARC
TV

/ CONNECTING TO TV
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NOTES
• An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a
single connector. It is the best option to connect to your wireless
home theater system.
• If your TV features an HDMI ARC connector, you can enjoy the
TV audio through your wireless home theater system by using a
single HDMI cable.
• This HDMI connection is required if you intend to connect other
video devices to the streaming box inputs to display on your TV.
• On your TV, turn on HDMI-CEC operations. HDMI-CEC is a feature
that enables CEC compliant devices that are connected through
HDMI to be controlled by a single remote control, such as volume
control for both the TV and the wireless home theater system. See
the user manual of your TV for details.
Optical
NOTE
• Make sure you have removed the protective cap from both ends
of the optical cable.
1) Connect the connector on the streaming box
to the connector of your TV with a digital
optical cable (sold separately).
2) Press on the touch screen or press the
button on the remote control to select the
OPTICAL mode.
TV
OPTICAL IN
OPTICAL OUT

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/ CONNECTING TO
OTHER DEVICES
HDMI (Preferred)
Connect a digital device such as a set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray
player, or games console to your system through a single HDMI
connection.
1) Connect an HDMI cable (sold separately) from the
connector on the back of the streaming box to the
connector on your digital device.
2) Press / / / on
the touch screen or press the / /
/ button on the remote control to select the
mode.
.
.
.
HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2 HDMI IN 3 HDMI IN 4
HDMI OUT
NOTE
• For the best performance, always use a High-Speed (type 2)
HDMI cable. See your HDMI cable specications for more details.
Optical or Analog
1) Connect the OPTICAL IN or AUX IN connector on the
streaming box to the OPTICAL OUT or AUDIO OUT jack of
the source device by using an optical cable (sold separately)
or 3.5mm audio cable (sold separately).

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2) Press or on the touch screen or press
the or button on the remote control to
select the or mode.
OPTICAL OUT
.
.
.
AUX
OPTICAL IN

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/ POWER ON
NOTES
• Use the provided power cords only.
• Before connecting the power cords, make sure all other
connections have been completed.
• When you disconnect the power cord, always pull the plug, never
the cable.
• Do not connect this product or other components to an AC outlet
until all connections between components are complete.
1) For a successful system setup, make sure all units are
powered on and properly located.
POWER
POWER
POWER
POWER
2) Verify speaker location as instructed on the touch screen of
the streaming box.

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3) You are requested to install the Google Home app on your
device to set up this system.
Speaker LED Indicators
•  O:Working / Power o
• White (Flashing slowly): Connecting / Reset
• White (Flashing fast): Critical error
• White (Constant): Connected