Harman kardon HK695 User Manual

Contents: Harman/kardon HK695 Audio System User's Guide

Harman/Kardon HK695 User's Guide

Safety Instructions

Introduction

Setup

Using the speaker system

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Regulatory

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2000 Harman Multimedia. All rights reserved.

Trademarks used in this text: harman/kardon is a registered trademark of Harman Multimedia; Dell and the DELL
logo are trademarks of Dell Computer Corporation.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks
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other than its own.

Initial release: 30 Sept 2000

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Safety

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Safety Instructions: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System

WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those
specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical
hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.

● Read instructions --- All the safety and operating instructions should be read thoroughly

before attempting to operate this audio system.

● Retain instructions for future reference.

● Heed warnings --- All warnings on this audio system and in the operating instructions

should be adhered to.

● Follow instructions --- All operating and use instructions should be followed.

● TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER

(OR BACK). There are no user serviceable parts inside this unit, please refer servicing
to qualified Dell™ Computer Corporation service personnel.

● Do not expose the speakers to liquid or solvent.

● Never remove grille covers in order to service the product. The speaker system does not

contain any user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to the Dell™ Computer Technical
Support Group.

● Do not expose the speaker system to temperature or humidity extremes, direct sunlight,

excessive dust, or vibrations.

● Place the speaker system on a stable, level surface. Do not drop, apply excessive force

to the controls, or put heavy objects on top of the speaker.

● If cleaning is required, use a soft dry cloth. If necessary, use a damp cloth without any

solvents.

● 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.

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Introduction:Using the speaker system: harman/kardon Champagne HK695 Audio System

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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. harman/kardon’s audio
heritage combined with continual research has provided the unique technologies included in
the HK695 Audio System.

These technologies include Vmax, a Harman International audio image-processing algorithm
that seamlessly supports both two and four channel sound cards. This audio hologram creates
a four speaker sound field from two speakers through the use of a head related transfer
function when used with a four channel sound card. In addition, the algorithm provides
enhanced stereo when used with a two channel sound card.

The Harman Multimedia Odyssey I transducer is another technology critical to the HK695
Audio System. This unique full range transducer was designed specifically for extremely small
speaker enclosures while providing significant mid bass. In addition to the bass, the small, rigid
and light inverted aluminum cone provides performance that will rival any tweeter used in
multimedia speakers today. The result is a small and elegant satellite speaker that perfectly
integrates with the subwoofer while providing superior midrange and highs.

The Magnum series subwoofer transducer provides deep bass. This Magnum series of
woofers are designed specifically to match with the Harman Multimedia Odyssey I transducers.
The same approach of providing solid bass from a small enclosure guided the development of
these Magnum transducers.

As described in the Using the speaker system section of the user’s guide, the top of the
control/right speaker features - and + buttons. Briefly pressing the appropriate button will cause

a small step increase or decrease in the system volume. Holding down the appropriate button
for more than 0.5 seconds will cause the volume to decrease or decrease rapidly while that
button is held down.

Treble, Bass and surround level adjust knobs are located on top of the subwoofer unit. A
system on/off switch is also provided on the rear of the subwoofer unit.

The system includes two desktop speakers and a subwoofer that can be placed either on the
floor or on your desk. Both satellite speakers and the subwoofer are magnetically shielded to
provide the greatest protection against computer monitor image distortion.

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Setup: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System

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Setup: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System

Unpacking the speakers • Connecting the speakers to your sound card • Placement of speakers

Unpacking the speakers

Carefully unpack your speaker system and identify all components:

● Control/Right Satellite speaker

● Auxiliary/Left Satellite speaker

● Subwoofer with attached power and audio input cables

Connect the speaker system as shown in the Connecting the speaker system to sound card illustrations.
Once the speaker system is properly connected, turn on the power switch located on the rear of the
subwoofer.

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Setup: harman/kardon HK695 Audio System

Connecting the speaker system to the computer.

Step 1 If you have an

integrated sound solution; or a stereo sound card, connect the green connector

from the subwoofer into the green jack on the computer, the black connector is not used, leave the rubber cap
on the black connector to prevent static from the pin grounding on the system. If you have a

multi-channel

sound card; connect the green connector from the subwoofer into the green jack on the computer and

connect the black connector from the speaker into the black jack on the computer. If you have a

portable

computer; connect the green connector from the subwoofer into the headphone jack on the computer, the

black connector is not used, leave the rubber cap on the black connector to prevent static from the pin
grounding on the system.

Step 2 Plug the orange connector from the right/control satellite into the orange jack on the subwoofer.

Step 3 Plug the brown connector from the left satellite into the brown jack on the subwoofer.

Step 4 Plug the AC plug into the wall outlet.

Step 5 Turn on the speaker set and adjust the volume accordingly.

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