Harman HKTS220SME User Manual
Wireless Subwoofer
HKTS 220 SUB
Owner’s Manual
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HKTS 220 SUB
Introduction, Included Items and
Subwoofer Rear-Panel Controls
Introduction
Thank you for choosing this Harman Kardon product!
Your new Harman Kardon HKTS 220 SUB 200-watt powered wireless subwoofer
incorporates an 8" (200mm) down-firing cone transducer and a built-in, highperformance, 200-watt amplifier that delivers the powerful, dynamic and accurate lowfrequency performance that makes your film soundtracks and music come alive. The
subwoofer receives its audio signal from the transmitter module via wireless technology,
so you can place it anywhere in your room without having to run an audio cable. And to
maximize connection flexibility, the subwoofer also features wired connections.
We’re confident that this Harman Kardon subwoofer will provide every note of enjoyment
that you expect – and that when you think about purchasing additional audio equipment,
you will once again choose Harman Kardon products.
This owner’s manual contains all the information you need to set up, connect and
adjust your new subwoofer. For more in-depth information, go to our Web site:www.
harmankardon.com.
Included Items
Wireless Subwoofer Transmitter Module
Transmitter Power Supply and
AC Cord (varies with region)
Trigger Cable
LFE Cable
Phase Switch
Bass Boost Switch
Power On
Mode Switch
Input Mode Switch
External Trigger Input
Line-Level LFE In Connector
Line-Level L/R In Connector
Power Switch Power Cord
Subwoofer
Level Control
Wireless Code Switch
Subwoofer Rear-Panel Controls
Transmitter Unit Rear-Panel
Connections and Controls
1 2
WIRELESS
CODE
DC 5V
INPUT
R
3 4
L
Wireless
Code
Switch
Power
Connector
Input
Connectors
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Subwoofer Rear-Panel Controls
and Placing the Subwoofer
Subwoofer Unit
Phase switch: This switch determines whether the subwoofer transducer’s piston-like
action moves in and out in phase with the satellite speakers. If the subwoofer were to
play out of phase with the satellite speakers, the sound waves from the satellites could
cancel out some of the subwoofer’s sound waves, reducing bass performance and sonic
impact. This phenomenon depends in part on the placement of all the speakers in the
room. In most cases, the Phase switch should be left in the “Normal” position. However,
it does no harm to experiment, and you can leave the Phase switch in the position that
maximizes bass response and impact.
Bass Boost switch: Set this switch to “On” to enhance the subwoofer’s low-frequency
performance. Set this switch to “Off” for normal low-frequency performance.
Power On Mode switch: When this switch is set in the “Auto” position and when the
Power switch is set to “On,” the subwoofer will automatically turn itself on when it
receives an audio signal and will enter the standby mode after it has received no audio
signal for about 15 minutes. When this switch is set in the “On” position, the subwoofer
will remain on whether or not it is receiving an audio signal. An LED on the subwoofer’s
top panel indicates whether the subwoofer is in the on or standby state:
Power switch is set to “Off,” the LED will not be illuminated, no matter what setting
the Power On Mode switch is in.
Subwoofer Level control: Use this control to adjust the subwoofer’s volume. Turn
clockwise to increase the volume; turn counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Input Mode switch: When this switch is in the “Normal” setting, the input signal from the
Line-Level L/R In connectors is active. When this switch is in the “LFE” setting, the input
signal from the Line-Level LFE In connector is active.
External Trigger Input connector: Use the mini plug of the supplied combination LFE
and trigger cable to connect the External Trigger Input connector to the trigger output
of another compatible component. Whenever the subwoofer detects a trigger signal
between 3V and 30V (AC or DC), its amplifier will turn on. The amplifier will turn off after
the trigger signal ceases, even when the Power On Mode switch is in the “Auto” position.
Line-Level LFE In connector: The signal from this connector bypasses the subwoofer’s
internal low-pass crossover. When you’re connecting the subwoofer to the dedicated
subwoofer output of a receiver/processor that has its own low-pass crossover network,
use the Line-Level LFE In connector. You must also set the subwoofer’s Input Mode
switch in the “LFE” position.
Line-Level L/R In connectors: The signals from these connectors pass through the
subwoofer’s internal low-pass crossover. When you’re connecting the subwoofer to
the preamp or subwoofer outputs of a receiver/processor that does not have its own
low-pass crossover network, use both Line-Level L/R In connectors. You must also set
the Input Mode switch in the “Normal” position. If your receiver/processor has only one
subwoofer output, you can use either the L or R connector.
Wireless Code switch: This switch selects between four different channels for the
wireless subwoofer signal.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to set the subwoofer’s Wireless Code switch to the same
channel that you set the transmitter module's Wireless Code switch. See
Wireless
Code Switches,
on page 6, for more information.
Power switch: Set this switch in the “On” position to turn the subwoofer on. The
subwoofer will then be either on or in the standby mode, depending on the setting of the
Power On Mode switch.
Power Cord (non-detachable): After you have made and verified all the connections
described in this manual, plug this cord into an active,
unswitched electrical outlet for
proper operation of the subwoofer. DO NOT plug this cord into the accessory outlets
found in some audio components.
Transmitter Unit
Power connector: Plug the transmitter power supply into this connector and into a
working AC outlet.
Wireless Code switch: This switch selects between four different channels for the
wireless signal.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to set the transmitter unit’s Wireless Code switch to the same
channel that you set the subwoofer’s Wireless Code switch. See
Wireless Code
Settings,
on page 6, for more information.
Input connectors: Connect the supplied LFE cable from your receiver’s or processor’s
subwoofer output to either of the transmitter unit's Input connectors.
Placing the Subwoofer
The performance of a subwoofer is directly related to its placement in the listening room
and its physical position relative to the other speakers in the system.
While it is true that in general our ears do not hear directional sounds at the low
frequencies where subwoofers operate, when installing a subwoofer within the limited
confines of a room, the reflections, standing waves and absorptions generated within the
room will strongly influence the performance of any subwoofer system. As a result, the
specific location of the subwoofer in the room does become important to the amount and
quality of bass that is produced.
For example, placing the subwoofer next to a wall generally will increase the amount of
bass in the room; placing it in a corner (1) generally will maximize amount of bass in the
room. However, corner placement can also increase the destructive effect of standing
waves on bass performance. This effect can vary depending on the listening position –
some listening positions may yield very good results while others may have far too much
(or too little) bass at certain frequencies.
In many rooms, placing the subwoofer along the same plane as the left and right
speakers (2) can produce the best integration between the sound of the subwoofer and
that of the left and right speakers. In some rooms, the best performance could even result
from placing the subwoofer behind the listening position (3).
We strongly recommend that you experiment with placement before choosing a final
location for your subwoofer. One way you can determine the best location for the
subwoofer is by temporarily placing it in the listening position and playing music with
strong bass content. Move around to various locations in the room while the system is
playing (putting your ears where the subwoofer would be placed), and listen until you find
the location where the bass performance is best. Place the subwoofer in that location.
3.
2.
TV
Front Left
Speaker
Surround Left
Speaker
Surround Right
Speaker
Front Right
Speaker
Center
Speaker
1.
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HKTS 220 SUB Connecting the Subwoofer
Connecting the Subwoofer
Wireless:
1 2
WIRELESS
CODE
DC 5V
INPUT
R
3 4
L
SUBWOOFER/
LFE OUT
Power
Supply
AC Cord
Power
Supply
Use either
connector
LFE Cable
(supplied)
1. Connect the supplied LFE cable from your receiver’s or processor’s subwoofer output
to either of the transmitter unit’s Input connectors.
If your receiver/processor does not have a dedicated subwoofer output but does have
a set of preamp-level (volume-controlled) line outputs, use a stereo audio cable (not
supplied) to connect them to both of the transmitter unit’s Input connectors
2. Connect the transmitter power supply to the Power connector, and into a working AC
outlet,
3. Set the Wireless Code switches on the transmitter unit and subwoofer to the same
position.
Wired:
As an alternative to wireless operation, you can connect the subwoofer conventionally,
using the supplied audio cable.
NOTE: You can use both the wireless and the wired methods to connect the subwoofer to
two different sources. However, if you play both sources at the same time the subwoofer
will play bass from them both.
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With a Dedicated
Subwoofer Output
Set Input Mode
Switch to “LFE”
LFE Cable (supplied)
Use this installation method for receivers and preamps/processors that have a dedicated
subwoofer output.
Use the supplied LFE cable to connect the subwoofer’s Line-Level LFE In connector to
the dedicated subwoofer output (or LFE output) of your audio/video receiver or preamp/
processor. Set the subwoofer’s Input Mode switch in the “LFE” position.
Configure your receiver or preamp/processor’s setup menu for “Subwoofer On.” After
you have made and verified all connections, plug the subwoofer’s AC Power Cord into a
working AC outlet.
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Connecting the Subwoofer, Operating
Your Subwoofer and Specifications
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With Line Outputs
L R
LINE-LEVEL
OUTPUTS
Set Input Mode
Switch to “Normal”
Stereo RCA Cable (not supplied)
Use this installation method for receivers and preamp/processors that do not have a
dedicated subwoofer output but do have preamp-level (volume-controlled) line outputs.
Connect one end of a stereo RCA cable (not supplied) to the receiver’s or preamp’s line
outputs and the other end to the subwoofer’s Line-Level L/R In connectors. Set the
subwoofer’s Input Mode switch in the “Normal” position.
After you have made and verified all connections, plug the subwoofer’s AC Power Cord
into a working AC outlet.
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Trigger Voltage Source
Trigger Cable
(supplied)
The subwoofer will automatically turn on if it receives a trigger voltage at its External
Trigger Input connector and will enter the Standby mode when the voltage ceases.
If your preamp/processor or another audio/video component has a trigger-voltage
connection that supplies between 3V and 30V (AC or DC), connect it to the subwoofer’s
External Trigger Input connector. If the component’s trigger-voltage connection has a
3.5mm mini jack, you can use the supplied Trigger cable to make the connection.
NOTE: Do not connect the subwoofer’s External Trigger input connector to a remote
control output (IR Out) of your home cinema system or surround receiver. Doing so could
lead to malfunction.
Operating Your Subwoofer
Turning the Subwoofer On and Off
Set the subwoofer’s Power switch to the “On” position.
If you set the Power On Mode switch to “Auto,” the subwoofer will automatically turn
itself on when it receives an audio signal, and it will go into the standby mode after it has
received no audio signal for 15 minutes. The subwoofer’s LED will glow white when the
subwoofer is on and will not be illuminated when the subwoofer is in the standby mode.
If you set the Power On Mode switch to “On,” the subwoofer will remain on at all times.
The subwoofer’s LED will glow white.
If you connect the subwoofer’s External Trigger Input connector to a trigger-voltage
source, the subwoofer will turn on whenever a trigger voltage is present and will enter
the standby mode after the trigger voltage ceases, regardless of the position of the Power
On Mode switch.
If you will be away from home for an extended period of time, or if you will not be using
the subwoofer for an extended period, switch the Power switch to the “Off” position.
Power
Supply
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