User manual HARMAN KARDON HK695

[. . . ] In order to protect the speaker system, avoid microphone feedback, continuous output from electronic musical instruments, or distorted output from any signal source. Do not place the speakers close to fluorescent light sources, or neon light fixtures. Although the speakers are magnetically shielded, keep magnetic storage media (disks and tapes) at least four inches from the product in order to avoid data loss. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this speaker system to rain or moisture. Back to Contents Page file:///D|/HK695/safety. htm11/16/2004 3:52:45 AM Introduction:Using the speaker system: harman/kardon Champagne HK695 Audio System Back to Contents Page Introduction: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System System The HK695 Audio System is the latest innovation from harman/kardon, a long time leader in the manufacture of high-end component and computer audio systems. [. . . ] The subwoofer is magnetically shielded and can be placed on the desktop, if desired. If the subwoofer is placed too close to a computer monitor it can cause vibration on the monitor screen. Back to Contents Page file:///D|/HK695/setup. htm (7 of 7)11/16/2004 3:52:52 AM Using the speaker system: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System Back to Contents Page Using the speaker system: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System On/Off Switch · Volume Control · Muting · Controls on the subwoofer · Diagnostics Using the speaker system On Off Switch An on/off switch is located on the rear of the subwoofer. There is a green LED located on top of each of the two satellite speakers. All three LEDs should illuminate when the system is connected correctly and receiving power. Turn the speaker off if it will not be used for a long period. Back to top Volume control file:///D|/HK695/usage. htm (1 of 5)11/16/2004 3:53:03 AM Using the speaker system: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System The volume control can be found on the top of the control/right satellite speaker. Pushing the right + button on the top of this speaker will turn up the volume setting in increments of 2. 0 dB per step. If the button is continuously depressed, after 0. 5 seconds the volume level will constantly increase at a rate of 20 dB per second. Pushing the left - button on the top of the right speaker will turn down the volume setting in increments of 2. 0 dB per step. If the button is continuously depressed, after 0. 5 seconds the volume level will constantly decrease at a rate of 20 dB per second until the system is muted. The harman/kardon HK695 Audio System will retain the volume setting when mute is turned off. The system will store the setting so that when the speaker is turned back on, the system will restore the last volume setting. Muting Pushing the left and right buttons simultaneously on the top of the right speaker will mute the audio. When muted, pushing either the left button or the right button, or both buttons simultaneously will restore volume to the level prior to the activation of the mute function. Back to top Controls on the subwoofer file:///D|/HK695/usage. htm (2 of 5)11/16/2004 3:53:03 AM Using the speaker system: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System The are three tone and effects level knobs located on the top of the subwoofer. Bass - Turn the knob marked Bass clockwise to increase the subwoofer level or counterclockwise to decrease the subwoofer level. Treble ­ Turn the knob marked Treble clockwise to increase the treble level or counterclockwise to decrease the treble level. Surround - Turn the knob marked Surround clockwise to increase the surround level or counterclockwise to decrease the surround level. Turning this knob all the way counterclockwise will defeat the surround mode. Back to top Diagnostics file:///D|/HK695/usage. htm (3 of 5)11/16/2004 3:53:03 AM Using the speaker system: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System In order to facilitate optimal system setup, a diagnostic system has been built in to the harman/ kardon HK695 Audio System. If you are having trouble getting sound out of your system, or are not confident that your setup is optimal, use these system diagnostics to configure your harman/kardon HK695 Audio system. To test the front speaker channel, plug the green connector into the diagnostic jack on the rear of the subwoofer. This tone will alternate from the Subwoofer to the satellites and back again. [. . . ] A clamp can be purchased at your local electronics store. Getting Help If the troubleshooting procedures in this document do not resolve the problem, please contact DellTM Computer Corporation for technical assistance (refer to the "Getting Help" section in your system documentation). For information about your DellTM warranty, see your DellTM system documentation. Back to Contents Page file:///D|/HK695/trouble. htm (3 of 3)11/16/2004 3:53:09 AM Specifications: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System Back to Contents Page Specifications: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System Dimensions · Power Manufacturer Model Number Drivers (satellite) Drivers (subwoofer) Power (satellite) Power (subwoofer) Crossover Frequency (subwoofer) Dimensions Width: Satellite Subwoofer Depth: Satellite Subwoofer Height: Satellite Subwoofer Input Impedance Signal-to-Noise ratio Harman International harman/kardon HK695 Audio System Two Odyssey One 5. 25 inch woofer 6 Watts per satellite @ 1% THD +N 28 Watts @ 1% THD+N 180 Hz 3. 5 inches 11. 75 inches 5. 75 inches 11. 75 inches 11. 5 inches 13 inches 5k- 10k Ohm >70 dB file:///D|/HK695/specs. htm (1 of 2)11/16/2004 3:53:15 AM Specifications: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System Frequency Response Input Sensitivity 35 ­ 20 kHz 300-400 mV rms. for rated power output 120 volts, 60Hz AC 120 watts USA/Canada Power Maximum Power Consumption UL/CUL/CE Approved Back to Contents Page file:///D|/HK695/specs. htm (2 of 2)11/16/2004 3:53:15 AM Regulatory: harman/kardon Champagne HK695 Audio System Back to Contents Page Regulatory: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System FCC Statement and Warning 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. [. . . ]