BDS 280S/580S
4K 3D Blu-rayTM Disc System
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BDS 280S/580S
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION |
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DESCRIPTION AND FEATURES |
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UNPACKING |
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INCLUDED ITEMS |
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INSTALLATION LOCATION |
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BDS FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS |
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BDS 280S/580S REAR PANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS |
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS |
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CONNECTIONS |
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PREPARING THE REMOTE CONTROL |
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SETTING UP THE SYSTEM |
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USING THE BDS SYSTEM |
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USING THE DISC PLAYER |
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USING DLNA |
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SPOTIFY CONNECT |
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PLAYING FILES FROM USB DEVICES AND DATA DISCS |
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LISTENING TO AUDIO SOURCES |
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LISTENING TO YOUR IPOD/IPHONE/IPAD |
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LISTENING TO MEDIA VIA AIRPLAY® |
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LISTENING TO FM RADIO |
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CONFIGURING BDS FOR SPEAKER SYSTEM |
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TROUBLESHOOTING |
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SPECIFICATIONS |
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AUX COMPONENT REMOT CONTROL CODE LIST |
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Harman Kardon BDS 3D Blu-ray Disc™ system.
The Harman Kardon BDS systems are sleek, high-performance 2.1 (BDS 280S) and 5.1 (BDS 580S) channel 3D Blu-ray Disc™ system with high fidelity amplified sound.
In the years since Harman Kardon engineers have pioneered the high-fidelity audio system, we have taken to heart the philosophy of bringing the joy of home entertainment to as many people as possible, adding performance and ease-of-use features that enhance the experience. The BDS series of home entertainment systems o ers a complete home entertainment solution with a wealth of listening and viewing options in one sleek system.
To get the maximum enjoyment from your new BDS system, we urge you to read this manual thoroughly, which:
•Contains a description of the system’s features
•Lists the items included in the box
•Describes the BDS system and its components
•Includes step-by-step instructions to help you set up and get started with the BDS system
CONTACT US: If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or custom installer, or visit our website at:
www.harmankardon.com
Description and Features
The BDS system features:
•65 W per channel of powerful, clear audio
•Spotify Connect
•Three HDMI inputs (one with MHL/Roku-ready) with 3D, UHD (4K) pass-through
•One HDMI output with Audio Return Channel (ARC), 2D to 3D conversion, and UHD upscaling
•Wi-Fi connectivity for Apple AirPlay®, DLNA 1.5, system updates and control, and streaming Internet services
•High quality Bluetooth audio streaming
•NFC for quick Bluetooth® pairing
•Dolby® Volume to maintain consistent sound levels without distracting changes
The Harman Kardon BDS system is the world’s first Blu-ray system with Dolby Volume. Enjoy the detail and clarity of your favorite movies and music in high fidelity sound with Dolby TrueHD® and DTS-HD® (BDS 580S) and DTS Digital Surround (BDS 280S).
Unpacking
The carton and shipping material used to protect your new system during shipment are specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you should save the carton and packing material for use in shipping if you move or if the unit ever needs repair.
Introduction
To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may have to flatten it. You can do it by carefully slitting the tape seams on the carton’s bottom and collapsing it. You can store cardboard inserts in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the packaging material, note that the carton and other sections of the shipping-protection materials are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.
Remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will a ect the performance of your remote control.
Included Items
The following are the items provided in the BDS system complete package.
•One Remote Control
•One Power Cord
•One FM Antenna
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•One EzSet/EQ™ Microphone
•Two Wi-Fi Antennas
•One HDMI Cable
•Three AAA Batteries
NOTE: If any of the listed items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon customer service at www.harmankardon.com
Installation Location
Installation Location
•To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.
•Provide adequate space behind the system for ventilation. If the product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make sure there is sufficient air movement within the area.
•Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.
•Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations or in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.
•Avoid moist or humid locations.
•Do not obstruct the fan vents on the rear panel or ventilation slots on the sides of the unit or place objects directly over or next to them.
•Do not place the system directly on top of a product that generates excessive heat.
•Due to the heat generated by the system, there is a remote possibility that the padding on the bottom of the system may leave marks on certain wood or wood-veneer materials. Use caution when placing the system on soft woods or other materials that heat or heavy objects may damage. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive to absorbing such marks,
due to a variety of factors beyond Harman Kardon’s control, including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, normal heat and vibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. Your warranty will not cover this type of damage to furniture, so exercise caution in choosing an installation location for the component and in performing normal maintenance practices.
•The BDS system requires either a Wi-Fi home network signal or access to a physical Ethernet connection to access certain features such as Apple AirPlay®, DLNA®, control from the Harman Kardon Remote app, and streaming Internet services.
Verify Line Voltage before Using
Your BDS system has been designed to be used with 100 – 240 Volt, 50 Hz/60Hz AC current and includes a detachable IEC power cable intended for use in the region where the system is sold. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which the unit is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model or about the line voltage in your area, contact your dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
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Moving the System
Before moving the system, first disconnect it from the AC power and then remove the interconnection cables to other components.
Cleaning
When the system gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. After unplugging the AC power cord, Wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately with a dry cloth.
IMPORTANT: NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive cleaners as they may damage the finish of metal parts in the BDS system. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.
Installation Location
BDS Front Panel Controls and Connections
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2.Headphone output and EzSet/EQ microphone input
3.USB/iPad/iPod/iPhone input
4.Volume ring and power button
5.NFC for Bluetooth pairing
6.Eject
7.Information display
1.Disc slot: Insert a compatible disc into the slot. The BDS system’s disc slot accepts 5-inch (12 cm) and 3-inch (8 cm) discs.
2.Headphone output and EzSet/EQ microphone input: Insert the 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) stereo mini connector from a set of headphones into this jack. When performing EzSet/EQ speaker calibration, insert the microphone here.
NOTE: When a plug is inserted into the headphone jack, the BDS system’s speaker output automatically becomes mute; the HDMI audio output remains active.
3. USB/iPad/iPod/iPhone input: You can use the USB port to play audio files from an Apple iOS device connected to the port, and to play audio files and show video and picture files from a USB device inserted into the port. Insert the connector or device into the USB port oriented so it fits all the way into the port. You may insert or remove the connector or device at any time - there is no installation or ejection procedure. You can also use the USB port to perform firmware upgrades. If an upgrade for the BDS operating system is released in future, you will be able to download it to the BDS system using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at that time.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect a PC or other USB host/controller to this port as it may damage both the BDS system and the other device.
NOTE: This USB port is rated for 2.1A output, which suggests, it is certified to charge iPad devices (as well as iPhone and iPod devices). There is a USB connector on the rear panel as well with similar functionality, rated for 500mA to charge iPhone and iPod devices.
4. Volume ring and power button: Volume can be adjusted by touching this capacitive ring. Slide clockwise around the ring to increase volume, counter-clockwise to decrease volume.
IMPORTANT: If the audio from the speakers begins to distort at high volume levels, reduce the volume as prolonged distortion can damage the system.
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BDS280S/580S Rear Panel Controlsand Connections
Press this capacitive button to turn the BDS system ON. If the system is already ON, press this button to push the system to Standby, Sleep or OFF mode.
The following table describes the di erent modes along with the LED display.
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NOTE: While the system is powering on the volume ring will spin till the boot process is complete.
5. NFC for Bluetooth pairing: Near Field Communication (NFC) is used for fast Bluetooth pairing of compatible AndroidTM and Windows® mobile devices. Place the mobile device near the NFC logo on the top front of the system to pair or unpair.
NOTE: The system can be brought to Operational mode from Sleep/Standby mode by tapping on the NFC area.
6. Eject button (appears only when a disc has been inserted): Touch this button to eject a disc from the BDS system’s built-in disc slot. Before touching this button, make sure no objects block the disc-slot.
NOTE: If you do not remove the ejected disc within 30 seconds, it will automatically re-load into the disc slot for protection.
7. Information display: Various messages appear on this display in response to commands and to show the audio/video that is playing, the BDS system’s settings or other aspects of the BDS system’s status as described throughout this manual.
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BDS 280S/580S Rear Panel Controls and Connections
The following are the controls available in the rear panel of the BDS 280S/580S sytem:
1.Main Power Switch
2.AirPlay Antenna
3.Speaker outputs
4.Optical Digital Audio (S/PDIF) inputs
5.Trigger Output
6.AUX 1 input and AUX 2 input
7.Subwoofer output
8.Wi-Fi Antenna
9.FM radio antenna output
10.Coaxial digital audio (S/PDIF) input
11.IR Remote input
12.HDMI output (ARC)
13.HDMI 1/MHL input
14.HDMI 2 input
15.HDMI 3 (Apple) input
16.USB input
17.Network Connector
18.WPS button
19.AC Power input
1.Main Power Switch: This mechanical switch turns the BDS system’s power supply ON or OFF. After you have made and verified all connections, set this switch to the ON position. During normal use, you will usually leave this switch set to ON; it cannot be turned ON or OFF using the remote control. To conserve energy when you are not using the system for an extended period of time, set this switch to OFF.
2.AirPlay Antenna: Connect the antenna accessory labeled Antenna 1 here for improved Wi-Fi reception. Connect the antenna accessory for the AirPlay playback from the iPad/iPod/iPhone.
3.Speaker Outputs: Use the speaker wires supplied with the speakers to connect the speakers to the proper terminals.
•The BDS 280S system has two outputs for left and right speakers.
•The BDS 580S system has five outputs for center, front left, front right, surround left and surround right speakers.
4.Optical Digital (S/PDIF) Inputs: Connect the optical digital output of an audio source component here. The signal may be a Dolby Digital, DTS® or standard PCM digital audio.
5.Trigger Output: This connector provides 12V DC whenever the system is ON. It can be used to turn on and o other devices such as a powered subwoofer.
6.AUX 1 and AUX 2 Input: Use these connectors to connect to an audio source device (such as a tape deck). Do not connect a turntable to these connectors without a phono preamp.
7.Subwoofer Output: Use a mono RCA audio cable to connect this jack to a powered subwoofer’s line-level input or LFE jack.
8.Wi-Fi Antenna: Connect the antenna accessory labeled Antenna 2 here for improved Wi-Fi reception.
9.FM Radio Antenna Output: Connect the supplied FM antenna to this terminal.
10. Coaxial Digital Audio (S/PDIF) Input: Connect the coaxial digital output of an audio source component here. The signal may be a Dolby Digital bit stream, a DTS bit stream or a standard PCM digital-audio bit stream.
11. IR Remote Input: When the IR sensor on the front panel is blocked (for example, when the system is installed inside a cabinet); connect an optional IR receiver to the Remote IR Input connector.
12. HDMI Output (ARC): Connect the BDS system’s HDMI output to your TV’s HDMI input. If your TV is 3D capable, then you can watch 3D content in 3D either from the BDS system’s built-in disc player or from other 3D-capable source devices connected to the BDS system’s HDMI Input connectors (see below). The system’s HDMI output connection also contains an Audio Return Channel (ARC) that carries a digital audio signal from your TV or video display back to the BDS. It allows you to listen to HDMI devices that are connected directly to your TV (such as a digital TV tuner) without making an additional connection from the device to the BDS system.
NOTE: You must enable the ARC output of your TV. Consult your TV’s instruction manual for information.
13. HDMI Inputs: You can connect up to three additional source devices to the BDS system provided the source devices have HDMI connectors. The HDMI connection transmits digital audio and video signals between devices, so you do not have to make any additional audio connections for devices you want to connect via an HDMI connector. The BDS system will pass 3D video signals from 3D capable HDMI source devices to the TV via the HDMI output connector.
Some HDMI inputs have special functionalities:
•HDMI 1/MHL input: This input accepts both HDMI and MHL connections. MHL can be used with many mobile smart devices to mirror their audio and video content on the BDS system while powering the device (check the owner’s manual of your device). This connector is also compatible with the Roku Streaming Stick, which allows access to Roku services, controlled by the BDS remote control.
•HDMI 2 input: This input is a generic input port that accepts devices with HDMI output. It helps in transmitting encrypted decompressed digital data from the BDS system to the device connected to the BDS system.
•HDMI 3 (Apple) input: This input accepts any HDMI source device, but if connected to Apple products, such as the Apple TV or Mac Mini, the BDS remote can be used to control them (this input on the remote control is pre-programmed with standard Apple device remote commands).
14.USB Input: You can use the USB port to play audio files from an Apple iOS device connected to the port, and to play MP3 and WMA audio files and show video and picture files from a USB device inserted into the port. Insert the connector or device into the USB port oriented so it fits all the way into the port. You may insert or remove the connector or device at any time - there is no installation or ejection procedure. You can also use the USB port to perform firmware upgrades. If an upgrade for the BDS operating system is released in the future, you will be able to download it to the BDS system using this port. Complete instructions will be provided at that time.
IMPORTANT: Do not connect a PC or other USB host/controller to this port, or you may damage both the BDS system and the other device.
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Remote Control Functions
NOTE:
•Apple devices should be connected only to the Front panel USB port for the audio playback.
•This USB port is rated for 500 mA output and it suggests that it is certified to charge iPhone and iPod devices. There is a USB connector on the front panel as well with similar functionality, rated for 2.1A to additionally charge iPad devices.
15.Network Connector: Use a Cat. 5 or Cat. 5E cable (not supplied) to connect the BDS system’s Network connector to your home network to enjoy content from AirPlay, DLNA, and streaming services, as well as control from the Harman Kardon Remote app for iOS and Android. Additionally, system upgrades can be downloaded and installed from compatible devices that are joined to the network.
16.WPS Button: You can connect to the Internet using the WPS button.
17.AC Power Input: After you have made and verified all other connections, plug the supplied AC power cord into this input and into an unswitched AC outlet.
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Power Button: The BDS system has four di erent power modes:
•OFF (ON/Standby indicator not illuminated): When the rear-panel Main Power switch is in the OFF position or the power cord is unplugged the BDS system is o and will not respond to any commands. Plugging the power cord into a live AC outlet and setting the Main Power switch in the On position will put the system into the Standby mode.
•Standby (Power indicator glows weak amber): The Standby mode minimizes energy consumption when you are not using the BDS system. AirPlay does not break-in with the unit in Standby mode. When the system is in Standby, pressing the Power button turns it ON. To put the system into Standby when it is ON, press the Power button for more than two seconds.
NOTE: To conserve energy you can have the system automatically enter the Sleep mode whenever no control buttons have been pressed and no audio signal has been present for 15 minutes.
•Sleep (Power indicator glows solid amber): The Sleep mode mutes the BDS system’s outputs and shuts o its OSD and front-panel display, but allows the system to automatically turn on and play audio in response to a signal from an AirPlay device or a Bluetooth device. When the system is in Sleep, pressing the Power button turns it on. To put the system into Sleep when it is ON, press the Power button momentarily.
•ON (Power indicator glows solid white): When the BDS system is ON, it is operational.
TV Power Button: After you program the remote control, pressing this button turns the TV’s power ON and OFF.
Eject Button: Press this button to eject a disc from the BDS system’s built-in disc player. Before pressing this button, make sure no objects are blocking the disc slot opening.
Source Buttons: Press one of these buttons to select a source device. This action will also turn on the BDS system from the Standby mode.
•The first press on the Aux button switches the BDS system to the last-used of the sources such as Coaxial Digital, Optical Digital 1, Optical Digital 2, Analog Audio I, Analog Audio 2, and HDMI ARC. Each successive press advances the BDS system through those sources. Pressing the Aux button also places the remote into the auxiliary-component control mode, enabling the remote to use any pre-programmed and/or learned functions.
NOTE: You must use the Home menu to select network-based sources (DLNA, Youtube)
Pop-Up Button: Pressing this button while playing a Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD displays its disc menu.
NOTE: This feature is disc-dependent. Not all DVDs have pop-up menus. If a DVD has no pop-up menu, pressing the Pop-Up button may display the disc menu, depending on how the disc’s menu system is authored.
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Display Button: When you are playing Blu-ray Disc and DVD recordings, pressing this button activates a bar display containing information about the currently-playing disc or program. When you are playing a video from an inserted USB device, pressing this button displays the Status bar. This button does not function when the BDS system is playing materials from an iOS device, an auxiliary source or the radio. Pressing Display button has no action during playback of tracks and photo slides.
Channel +/– Buttons: These buttons have no e ect on the BDS system, but can be programmed to control functions on an Aux component. Pressing“Channel +/-”button, unit navigates to the Preset stations available in the FM Radio source.
Volume +/– Buttons: Press these buttons to increase or decrease the volume of the BDS system’s speaker outputs.
NOTE: The Volume +/– buttons do not change the volume of the HDMI audio output.
IMPORTANT: Do not turn the volume buttons up to or past the point where the audio from the speakers becomes distorted. Doing so can damage the speakers.
Mute Button: Press this button to mute the sound from the BDS system’s speaker outputs. Press the button again to unmute the sound.
NOTE: The Mute button does not mute the HDMI audio output.
Top Menu Button: Displays the top menu of the Blu-ray Disc or DVD that is playing.
NOTE: This feature is disc-dependent. Not all DVDs have top menus. If the DVD has no top menu, pressing the Top Menu button may display the disc menu, depending on how the disc’s menu system is authored.
Surround Button: Pressing this button cycles through all of the surround-sound modes that are available for the active program. Each press of the Surround button will change to the next mode in line. A pop-up display will appear, showing the modes as you cycle through them.
NOTE: Not all surround modes will be available for all programs. The Surround Mode will be available based on the currently playing audio format through Disc/HDMI Input source.
Transport Control Buttons: These buttons control the BDS system’s built-in Blu-ray Disc player, iOS and USB devices and streaming sources. When the remote is in the Aux component control mode, they can control functions of the auxiliary component.
Replay Button: Press this button to replay the previous 10 seconds of media playing on Blu-ray, DVD, CD, USB and data discs.
Repeat Button: When the BDS system is playing a Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD, pressing this button cycles through the repeat modes such as Chapter, Title, OFF.
NOTE: Not all Blu-ray discs support repeat playback.
When the BDS system is playing a CD or listening to media stored on an iPod or USB device, this button cycles through the repeat modes such as One, All, OFF.
Home Button: Pressing this button returns the on-screen display to the Home screen from whatever screen is active when the button is pressed.
Back Button:Pressing this button exits the current on-screen menu and displays the previous screen.
OK Button: Press this button to select the highlighted item on the on-screen menu. Cursor Buttons: Use these buttons to navigate through items on the on-screen menu.
Keypad Button: Press this button to display a 10-keypad for entering letters and numbers, such as for network setup, disc chapter search and so on.
Options Button: Pressing this button displays any available options for the item that is active at the time the button is pressed. When listening to an Aux source, pressing the Options button lets you adjust the audio delay to eliminate“lip sync”errors between the sound and picture when watching video programs with sound playing through one of the system’s rear-panel audio inputs.
NOTE: Options button has no action during playback of tracks.
Program (Red) Button: Press this button to create a programmed playback list for the currently-playing disc.
Zoom (Blue) Button: Press the Zoom button to zoom in on or recede from a video image or slide. Use the Navigation buttons to zoom in on di erent sections of the image.
NOTE: This function is disc-dependent for Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVDs. Not all discs can be zoomed in.
Bookmark (Green) Button: Press this button to activate the Bookmark function.
Thumbnail (Yellow) Button: Press this button while playing a photo slide show to display thumbnail images of all photos in the slide show.
Red, Green, Yellow and Blue Buttons: When the BDS system is playing a Blu-ray Disc recording, these buttons can activate features and menus that may vary from disc to disc. Refer to the menu instructions for each particular disc for more information.
NOTE: These Blu-ray Disc functions may override the Bookmark, Thumbnail, Program and Zoom functions.
Connections
CAUTION: Before making any connections to the BDS system, ensure that the AC cord is unplugged from the system and the AC outlet. Making speaker connections with the system plugged in and turned on could damage the speakers or the BDS system.
Speakers and the BDS system have corresponding (+) and (–) connection terminals. Most speakers use red to denote the (+) terminal and black for the (–) terminal. Your BDS system has color-coded speaker terminals:
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Black is used to denote the (–) terminals of all channels on the BDS system.
Be sure to connect each speaker identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the BDS system and (–) on the speaker to (–) on the BDS system. If one or more speakers are miswired, it results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image.
CAUTION: Make sure the (+) and (–) bare wires do not touch each other or the other terminal. Touching wires can cause a short circuit that can damage your BDS system.
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer
Use a mono RCA audio cable to connect the BDS system’s Subwoofer output connector to your powered subwoofer; consult your subwoofer’s owner’s manual for information about making connections to your subwoofer.
Connecting a TV or Video Display
Use the supplied HDMI cable to connect the BDS system’s HDMI output to your TV/video display’s HDMI input. The BDS system is HDMI version 1.4b with 3-D and 30/36-bit Deep Color.
NOTE:If you have devices (such as a digital tuner) already connected directly to your TV, you can feed their sound to the BDS system via the HDMI output connector’s Audio Return Channel, and they will not require additional connections to the system.
HDMI ARC
Connecting the FM Antenna
Connect the supplied antenna to the FM Antenna connector as shown in the following illustration. Fully extend the antenna wire and move it to di erent positions until you get the best reception of your favorite stations.
HDMI-equipped TV
Connecting Your HDMI Source Devices
If you have any source devices with an HDMI connector, using it will provide the best possible video and audio performance quality. Since the HDMI cable carries both digital video and digital audio signals, you do not have to make any additional audio connections for devices you connect via an HDMI cable.
Connecting Your Digital Audio Source Devices
Optical Audio Source Device
If you have atleast two non-HDMI source devices with optical digital outputs, connect them to the system’s optical digital audio connectors.
Coaxial Digital Audio Source Device
If one of your non-HDMI source devices has a coaxial digital output, connect it to the system’s Coaxial Digital Input connector.
NOTE: Make only one type of digital connection (HDMI, optical or coaxial) from each device.
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