Surround loudspeaker systems wit h active subwoofer.
Earlier version s with HKTS 200 SUB.
Later versions with HKTS 210 SUB.
HKTS 60 with 200 SUB USER GUIDE 13
HKTS 60 with 210 SUB USER GUIDE 24
HKTS 20 SAT EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS 36
HKTS 30 SAT EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS 37
HKTS 30WQ SAT EXPLODED VIEW 38
HKTS 20+30 CENTER EXPLODED VIEW 39
Released EU2011 Harman Consumer Group, Inc. Rev 2, 11/2011
8500 Balboa Boulevard
Northridge, California 91329
HKTS 200 SUB EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS 41
HKTS 200 PART S LIST 42
HKTS 200 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 43
HKTS 210 SUB EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS 44
HKTS 210 PART S LIST 45
HKTS 210 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 46
User Guide
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English
HKTS 20/HKTS 30
Home Theater Speaker System
Designed to Entertain.
™
Harman Kardon®
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HKTS 20 / HKTS 30
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Harman Kardon® HKTS20/HKTS30 speaker system, with
which you’re about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The HKTS20/HKTS30 has
been custom designed to provide all the excitement and power of the cinema experience
in your own living room.
While sophisticated electronics and state-of-the-art speaker components are hard at work
within the HKTS20 and HKTS30, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed cables and
connections, and simple controls make the HKTS20/HKTS30 easy to use.
To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new home theater speaker system, we urge
you to take a few minutes to read through this manual. This will help ensure that the
connections you make to your receiver (or preamp/processor), amplifier and other devices
are correct. In addition, a few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls
will enable you to take advantage of all the power and refinement the HKTS20/HKTS30 is
able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please
contact your dealer, the best local source of information.
Description and Features
The HKTS20/HKTS30 is a complete six-piece home theater speaker system that includes:
An 8-inch, 200-watt powered subwoofer
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Four identical two-way video-shielded satellite speakers (the HKTS30 satellite
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speakers feature dual drivers) for the left and right front, and left and right rear
(surround) speaker positions
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A dedicated, voice-matched, video-shielded, dual-driver center speaker
Removable bases and wall-mount brackets for the satellite speakers and a wall-
•
mount bracket for the center speaker
All of the cables you need to connect all of the speakers to your receiver or preamp/
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processor and amplifier.
The speaker cables all use a color-coding system to conform to the Consumer Electronics
Association (CEA) standard. This color-coding system minimizes confusion when
connecting the speakers, especially when you are connecting them to a Harman Kardon
receiver.
The HKTS200SUB subwoofer is equipped with a special LFE input that simplifies
connection to receivers and preamp/processors with dedicated subwoofer outputs that
carry low-frequency signals. Other conveniences include a level control, a phase switch for
fine-tuning bass response to suit your listening environment and taste, and an efficient
switching system that senses the presence of an audio signal and automatically switches
the subwoofer from standby mode to on.
Wall-mount brackets are included for the satellite and center speakers, and shelf stands
are included for the satellite speakers. Optional HKFS3 floorstands are available separately
from your Harman Kardon dealer. Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver fifty
years ago. With state-of-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs, the HKTS20/
HKTS30 is a perfect complement to a Harman Kardon receiver, or any home theater
system.
Included
Four satellite speakers for front left/right and surround left/right
(HKTS30 satellites shown)
One powered subwoofer
One wall-mount bracket for
center speaker
Four wall-mount brackets for satellite
speakers
Four metal stop plates and screws
(for satellite speaker wall-mount brackets)
One combination LFE and trigger cable for
connection to the subwoofer
(LFE cable has purple connectors)
One 4-meter (13.1-foot) speaker cable for
center speaker (green color bands)
Two 5-meter (16.4-foot) speaker cables for
front satellites (red and white color bands)
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Two 10-meter (32.8-foot) speaker cables for
rear satellites
(gray and blue color bands)
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9
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HKTS200SUB Rear-Panel Connections
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Subwoofer Level Control:
Use this control to adjust the HKTS200SUB’s volume. Turn
clockwise to increase the volume; turn counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
1.
Bass Boost Switch:
Set this switch to ON to enhance the HKTS200SUB’s low-frequency
performance. Set this switch to OFF for normal low-frequency performance.
2.
Phase Switch:
The Phase Switch 2 determines whether the HKTS200SUB’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 produced by the
subwoofer could be canceled out, reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This
phenomenon depends in part on the relative placement of all the speakers in the
room. In most cases the Phase Switch
2
should be left in the NORMAL position.
However, it does no harm to experiment, and you can leave the Phase Switch
the position that maximizes bass response and impact.
3.
Power On Mode Switch:
7
is set to ON, the HKTS200SUB will automatically turn itself on when it receives an
audio signal, and will enter the standby mode once no audio signal has been received
for about 15 minutes. When this switch is set in the ON position, the HKTS200SUB
When set in the AUTO position and when the Power Switch
will remain on whether or not it is receiving an audio signal.
An LED on the HKTS200SUB’s top panel indicates whether the subwoofer is in the on
or standby state:
• When the LED is illuminated white, the HKTS200SUB is turned on.
• When the LED is not illuminated, the HKTS200SUB is in standby mode.
7
When the Master Power Switch
illuminated, no matter what setting the Power On Mode Switch
4.
External Trigger Input:
cable to connect the External Trigger Input to the trigger output of another
compatible component. Whenever a trigger signal between 3 and 30V (AC or DC) is
detected, the HKTS200SUB’s amplifier will turn on. The HKTS200SUB’s amplifier will
Use the mini-plug of the supplied combination LFE and trigger
is set to OFF, the LED will not be
3
is in.
turn off after the trigger signal ceases. (This will occur even when the Power On
3
Mode Switch
is in the AUTO position.)
5.
Line-Level LFE In Connector:
Use the LFE (purple) connector of the supplied combination
LFE and trigger cable to connect the Line-Level LFE In to the dedicated subwoofer
output of a receiver or preamp/processor. This input bypasses the HKTS200SUB’s
internal crossover circuitry, so it should only be used with a subwoofer output that has
been low-pass filtered. If your receiver or preamp/processor does not have a dedicated
subwoofer output that is low-pass filtered you should use the HKTS200SUB’s Line-
6
Level L/R In Connectors
6.
Line-Level L/R In Connectors:
instead.
Use these connectors if your receiver or preamp/processor
does not have digital surround sound decoding or a subwoofer output that is low-pass
filtered.
2
in
• If your receiver or preamp/processor has a separate subwoofer output, use the LFE
(purple) connec tor of the supplied combination LFE and trigger cable to connect it to
either one of the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors.
• If your receiver or preamp/processor does not have a separate subwoofer output,
use two Y-adapters (not supplied). Connect an adapter’s single end to the unit’s
preamp output for that channel. Connect one of the adapter’s dual ends to the main
amp input for that channel, and connect the adapter’s other dual end to one of the
HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors. Repeat with the other Y-adapter,
preamp channel, main amp input and HKTS200SUB Line-Level L/R In Connector.
7.
Power Switch:
Set this switch in the ON position to turn the HKTS200SUB on. The
subwoofer will then either be on or in standby mode, depending on the setting of the
3
Power On Mode Switch
8.
Power Cord (Non-Detachable):
.
After you have made and verified all subwoofer
and speaker connections described in this manual, plug this cord into an active,
unswitched electrical outlet for proper operation of the HKTS200SUB. DO NOT plug this
cord into the accessory outlets found in some audio components.
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Speaker Placement
0 – 2ft
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NOTE: The following speaker placement, mounting and connection instructions are
identical for the HKTS20 and HKTS30 systems.
Color-Coding System
The HKTS20 and HKTS30 use the channel color-coding system established by the CEA
to make setting up your home theater speaker system as easy as possible. The HKTS20/
HKTS30 systems include speaker wires with color bands on each end.
Speaker PositionWire Color Band
Front LeftWhite
Front RightRed
CenterGreen
Surround LeftBlue
Surround RightGray
SubwooferPurple
Placing the Front Speakers
The front speakers should be placed the same
Left Front
Speaker
Right Front
Placing the Center Speaker
Center
Speaker
Left Front
Speaker
Right Front
Speaker
Placing the Subwoofer
Left Front
Speaker
Right Front
Speaker
Subwoofer
distance from each other as they are from the
Speaker
listening position. They should be placed at about
the same height from the floor as the listener’s
ears will be. They also can be angled toward the
listener.
The center speaker should be placed slightly
behind (farther away from the listener) the front
left and right speakers. Its center should be no
0 - 2 ft
more than 2 feet (61cm) above or below the
(0 - 61cm)
tweeters of the front left and right speakers. If you
have a CRT television, it may be convenient to set
the center speaker on top of the television set.
Since our ears do not hear directional sound
at the low frequencies where the subwoofer
operates, it will have good performance from
just about any location in your room. However,
the best bass reproduction is likely to be heard
when the subwoofer is placed in a corner along
the same wall as the front left and right speakers.
You can experiment with subwoofer placment
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 and listen until you find the
location where the bass performance is best. Place
the subwoofer in that location.
The two surround speakers should be placed slightly behind the listening position, facing
each other and, ideally, should be 5–6 feet (1.5m–1.8m) from the floor. An alternate
location would be on a wall behind the listening position, facing forward. The surround
speakers should not call attention to themselves while they’re playing.
Experiment with their placement until you hear a diffuse, ambient sound accompanying
the program material heard from the front left and right and center speakers.
Mounting Options for Satellite and Center
Speakers
Shelf Placement
You can place the satellite and center speakers
Apply Pressure Evenly
to Both Sides of Base
on shelves. The satellite speakers have built-in
bases for shelf placement. You can also remove
the bases if desired.
To remove a satellite speaker’s base, pull
it straight off the speaker, as shown in the
illustration. Applying even pressure to both sides
of the base will allow it to slide off smoothly.
Wall-Mounting: Satellite Speakers
IMPORTANT: Read the Speaker Connec tions
section, on page 7, before wall-mounting the
satellite speakers. You will need to insert the
speaker wires through the wall mounts and
connect the wires to the speakers during the
process of installing the wall-mounts.
NOTE: If you are using your own speaker wire, it must
be no thicker than the wire supplied with the speakers. Thicker
wire will prevent the wall-mount bracket from sliding onto the
speaker.
Decide on the location for the speaker 1.
(see Speaker Placement, opposite).
Remove the speaker’s base as explained in 2. Shelf Placement, above.
Disassemble the wall-mount bracket by sliding the two sections apart, as shown in the 3.
illustration.
Attach the wall portion of the wall-mount onto the wall using hardware that is 4.
appropriate for the wall’s construction and materials. We recommend first anchoring
the mount using its keyhole, then attaching it with another anchor through its top
opening, as shown in the illustration. Note that the satellite speakers weigh 3.3 lb
(1.5kg). Be sure to use hardware that can support this weight.
Top Opening
Keyhole Opening
Bottom Opening
Lift Base Straight
off Speaker
Pull Sections
Apart
ENG LIS H
Placing the Surround Speakers
Left Surround
Sound
Right Surround
Sound
(1.5m - 1.8m)
5 - 6 ft
Left Front
Speaker
Left Surround
Sound
Center
Speaker
Right Front
Speaker
Subwoofer
Right Surround
Sound
NOTE: If you’re running the speaker wire through the wall you can bring it out directly
+
–
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behind the bracket location and insert it through the bottom opening in the wall portion
of the wall-mount, as shown in the illustration. This will keep the wire completely hidden
from view once the installation is complete.
Insert Wire into
Bottom Opening
Bring Wire Out
through Here
If you’re not running the speaker wire through the wall, insert it through the wall portion
5.
of the wall-mount bracket as shown in the illustration.
Pass the speaker wire through the speaker portion of the wall-mount as shown in the 6.
illustration.
Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals as shown in the illustration: 8.
Press down on the top of the terminal to open the connection hole.a)
Insert the wire’s bare end all the way into the hole.b)
Release the terminal to secure the wire. c)
Insert the conductor with the colored band into the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and
insert the other conductor into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal.
A. Push Down on Cap to
Open Hole
B. Insert Bare Wire into
Open Hole
C. Release Cap to Secure Wire
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver
or amplifier.
Slide the speaker portion of wall-mount onto the speaker as shown in the illustration. Fit
9.
the grooves on the mount onto the rails in the speaker, and apply even pressure on
both sides of the mount so it slides straight onto the speaker.
• Push the mount all the way onto the speaker until it snaps into place.
• Pull any slack speaker wire back through the mount as you slide the mount onto the
speaker.
Push Down Evenly on Both Sides of Bracket
Fit Bracket Grooves
onto Speaker Rails
Bring Wire In
through Here
Bring Wire Out
through Here
If you have not already removed the speaker’s base, do so by pulling it straight off the 7.
speaker, as shown in the illustration. Applying even pressure to both sides of the base
will allow it to slide off smoothly.
Apply Pressure Evenly
to Both Sides of Base
Lift Base Straight
off Speaker
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier
is turned OFF and preferably, its AC cord is unplugged from the AC outlet.
Slide the speaker onto the mount’s wall section as shown in the illustration. Pull any slack
10.
speaker wire back through the mount’s wall section.
Slide Speaker
onto Wall-Mount
Fit the metal stop plate into the recess on the bottom of the mount with the pad facing 11.
the mount, and fasten it to the mount using two of the supplied screws. This will
prevent The speaker from detaching from the bracket and will hold the speaker’s
position as you rotate it on the mount.
Stop Plate
Supplied Screws
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Wall-Mounting: Center Speaker
+
–
+
–
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Decide on the location for the speaker (see 1. Speaker Placement, on page 5).
Attach the center speaker wall-mount bracket to the wall using hardware that is 2.
appropriate for the wall’s construction and materials. Attach the anchors through the
holes shown in the illustration.
Use These Holes
to Attach Bracket
to Wall
NOTE: The center speaker weighs 3.2 lb (1.45kg). Be sure to use hardware that can
support this weight.
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier is
turned OFF and preferably, its AC cord is unplugged from the AC power source.
Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals. Press down on the top of the terminal
3.
to open the connection hole, insert the wire’s bare end all the way into the hole and
release the terminal to secure the wire. Insert the conductor with the colored band
into the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and insert the other conductor into the speaker’s
black ( – ) terminal, as shown in the illustration.
A. Push Down on Cap to
Open Hole
B. Insert Bare Wire into
Open Hole
C. Release Cap to Secure Wire
Speakers and receivers/amplifiers have corresponding ( + ) and ( – ) connection
terminals. Most electronics manufacturers, including Harman Kardon, use red to denote
the ( + ) terminal and black for the ( – ) terminal. Newer Harman Kardon receivers
conform to the CEA standard and therefore use a color other than red to denote the ( + )
terminal for some speaker positions. See the table in Color-Coding System, on page 5.
Each speaker wire included with your system has colored bands at both ends of the ( + )
conductor, and the subwoofer cable has purple connectors that correspond to the color of
the HKTS200SUB’s LFE jack. This system helps ensure that the speaker in each location is
connected to the correct receiver or amplifier terminals. In addition to the colored bands
at each end, each speaker wire’s ( + ) terminal has ribs molded into its insulation to help
identify it.
It is very important to connect each speaker identically: ( + ) on the speaker to ( + ) on
the receiver or amplifier, and ( – ) on the speaker to ( – ) on the receiver or amplifier.
Miswiring one or more speakers results in thin sound, weak ba ss and a poor stereo
image. With the advent of multichannel surround-sound systems, connecting all of the
speakers in your system correctly is very important to achieving the proper ambience and
directionality of the program material.
To connect the speaker wire to the terminals on the satellite and center speakers, press
down on the top of the terminal to open the connection hole, insert the wire’s bare end
all the way into the hole and release the terminal to secure the wire. Insert the conductor
with the colored band into the speaker’s re d ( + ) terminal, and insert the other conductor
into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal, as shown in the illustration.
ENGLISH
IMPORTANT: 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 receiv
er or amplifier.
Using two of the supplied screws, attach the center speaker to the wall-mount 4.
bracket, as shown in the illustration.
Wall-Mount
Bracket
Supplied Screws
Speaker Connections
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier is
turned OFF and preferably, its AC cord is unplugged from the AC power outlet.
A. Push Down on Cap to
Open Hole
B. Insert Bare Wire into
Open Hole
C. Release Cap to Secure Wire
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver or
amplifier.
Connecting Satellite Speakers With Supplied
Wall-Mount Brackets
Follow the instructions in Wall-Mounting: Satellite Speakers, on page 5, and
Wall-Mounting: Center Speaker, opposite.
Connecting Satellite Speakers with Supplied Bases
Remove the speaker’s base (see1. Shelf Placement, on page 5).
Pass the speaker wire through the opening in the speaker base.2.
Connect the speaker wire as described above.3.
Reattach the speaker’s base as shown in the illustration.4.
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+–+–
+–+–
LEFT
SUB
LFE OUT
+–+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
RIGHT
SURROUNDFRONTCENTER
Left Front
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CenterRight Front
Front Left
Speaker Cable
(White Bands)
Receiver
Surround Left
Speaker Cable
(Blue Bands)
Center
Speaker Cable
(Green Bands)
LFE/Trigger Cable
(Purple Ends)
Front Right
Speaker Cable
(Red Bands)
Subwoofer
Surround Right
Speaker Cable
(Gray Bands)
Left
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With a Dedicated Subwoofer Output
Use this installation method for receivers and preamp/processors that have a dedicated
subwoofer output with low-pass filtering (also called bass management). If the dedicated
subwoofer output does not have low-pass filtering, follow the instructions in Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With Line Outputs, on page 9.
Use the LFE (purple ) connector of the supplied comb ination LFE and trigger cable to
connect the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level LFE In Jack
(or LFE output) of your receiver or preamp/processor.
Surround
5
to the dedicated subwoofer output
Connect each satellite speaker and the center speaker to the corresponding speaker
terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
In your receiver or preamp/processor’s setup menu, configure it for Subwoofer ON, and
set the front left, front right, center, and surround speakers to Small. After you have made
and verified all connections, plug the HKTS200SUB’s AC Power Cord
outlet.
Right
Surround
8
into an active AC
8
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+–
+–+–
+–+–
LEFT
LINE-LEVEL
OUTPUTS
LR
+–+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
RIGHT
SURROUNDFRONTCENTER
Left Front
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CenterRight Front
ENGLISH
Front Left
Speaker Cable
(White Bands)
Receiver
Surround Left
Speaker Cable
(Blue Bands)
Center
Speaker Cable
(Green Bands)
Front Right
Speaker Cable
(Red Bands)
RCA Cable
(Not Supplied)
(Red and White Ends)
Subwoofer
Surround Right
Speaker Cable
(Gray Bands)
Left
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With Line Outputs
Surround
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.
If the receiver or preamp/processor has a dedicated subwoofer output with low-pass
filtering, see Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With a D edicated Subwoofer Output, on page 8.
If you’re connec ting to a receiver with left and right line outputs that are not connected to
amplifier inputs, connect the LFE (purple) connector of the supplied combination LFE and
trigger cable to one of those outputs and to either of the HKTS200SUB’s Line -Level L/R
6
In Connectors
. Use a second RCA cable (not supplied) to connect the other receiver or
preamp line output to the other of the HKTS200SUB’s Line -Level L/R In Connectors
If you’re connec ting to a receiver or preamp/processor with left and right line outputs
that are connected to amplifier front left and right inputs, connect the single ends of
Y-adapters (not supplied) to the receiver’s or processor’s left and right line outputs.
Connect one of the Y-adapter’s double ends to the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In
6
Connectors
, and connect the other double end to your amplifier’s front left and right
inputs.
Connect each satellite speaker and the center speaker to the corresponding speaker
terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
6
In your receiver or preamp/processor’s setup menu, configure it for Subwoofer ON, and set
.
the front left, front right, center, and surround speakers to Small.
After you have made and verified all connections, plug the HKTS200SUB’s AC Power Cord
8
into an active AC outlet.
Right
Surround
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LEFT
LFE SUB
OUTPUT
12V
TRIGGER
OUTPUT
+–+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
RIGHT
SURROUNDFRONTCENTER
Receiver
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Subwoofer
Trigger Cable
(Black Ends)
Connecting to a Trigger Voltage Source
If your preamp/processor or another audio/video component has a trigger voltage
connection that supplies between 3 and 30V (AC or DC), connect it to the HKTS200SUB’s
External Trigger Input Connector
a 3.5mm mini jack you can use the supplied combination LFE/trigger cable to make the
connection.
4
. If the component’s trigger voltage connection has
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TroubleshootingOperation
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Turning the Subwoofer On and Off
Set the HKTS200SUB’s Power Switch 7 to the ON position.
If the
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Power On Mode Switch3 is set to AUTO, the HKTS200SUB will
automatically turn i tself on when it receives an audio sig nal, and it will go into
standby mode when it has received no audio signal for 15 minutes. The HKTS200
SUB’s LED will illuminate white when the subwoofer is on, and will not be illuminated
when the subwoofer is in standby.
•
Power On Mode Switch3 is set to ON, the HKTS200SUB will remain on at all
If the
times. The HKTS200 SUB’s LED will illuminate white.
•
External Trigger Input Connector 4 is connected to a trigger voltage source,
If the
the HKTS200SUB will turn on whenever a trigger voltage is present, and will turn off
after the trigger voltage ceases, regardless of the position of the Power On Mode
3
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
Position.
.
7
to the OFF
Subwoofer Adjustments: Volume
Use the SubwooferLevel Control to set the HKTS200SUB’s volume. Turn the knob
clockwise to increase the subwoofer’s volume; turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease
the subwoofer’s volume.
Subwoofer Adjustments: Phase
The Phase Switch 2 determines whether the HKTS200SUB’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 produced by the subwoofer could be
canceled out, reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This phenomenon depends in
part on the relative placement of all the speakers in the room.
2
Although in most cases the Phase Switch
there is no absolute correct setting for the Phase Switch
is properly in phase with the satellite speakers, the sound will be clearer and have
maximum impact. This will make percussive sounds like drums, piano and plucked strings
sound more lifelike. The best way to set the Phase Switch
are familiar with and set the switch in the position that gives drums and other percussive
sounds maximum impact.
should be left in the NORMAL position,
2
. When the HKTS200SUB
2
is to listen to music that you
Subwoofer Adjustments: Bass Boost
When set to the ON position, the Bass Boost Switch 1 enhances low-frequency
performance, resulting in bass with more impact, which you may prefer while watching
movies or listening to music. There is no harm in experimenting with this control –
setting the switch to the OFF position will return normal low-frequency performance.
If there is no sound from any of the speakers:
Check that the receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing.
•
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the
•
speakers are connected properly.
Make sure none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.
•
Review the proper operation of your receiver/amplifier.
•
If there is no sound coming from one speaker:
Check that the bala nce control on your receiver/amplifier is not s et all the way to
•
one channel.
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker setup procedure to make sure that he
•
speaker in question has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned all
the way down.
•
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the
speaker are connected properly.
Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
•
If there is no sound coming from the center speaker:
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker setup procedure to make sure that the
•
center speaker has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned all the
way down.
•
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the
center speaker are connected properly.
Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
•
If your receiver is operating in Dolby® Pro Logic® mode, make sure that the center
•
speaker is not set to Phantom.
If there is no sound coming from the surround speakers:
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker setup procedure to make sure that the
•
surround speakers have been enabled and their volume levels have not been
turned all the way down.
•
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the
surround speakers are connected properly.
Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
•
Review proper operation of your receiver/processor and its surroundsound features.
•
Make sure the movie or TV show you’re watching has been recorded in a surround-
•
sound mode. If it is not, check to see if your receiver/amplifier has a different
surround-sound mode that you can use.
•
Review the operation of your DVD player and the DVD jacket to make sure the DVD
features the desired Dolby Digital or DTS® surround-sound mode, and that you
have properly selected that mode using both the DVD player’s menu and the disc’s
menu.
If there is no sound coming from the subwoofer:
•
Check that the subwoofer’s
Check that the subwoofer’s
•
Check that the
•
counterclockwise).
•
Check the audio connection between your receiver/processor and the subwoofer.
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker setup procedure to make sure that the
•
subwoofer has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned all the way
down.
If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased:
•
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the
speakers are connected properly.
Make sure none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.
•
If you’re using more than one pair of main speakers, check to be sure that you’re
•
not operating the system below the receiver/amplifier’s minimum impedance
requirements.
Subwoofer Level Control is not turned all the way down (fully
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Harman Kardon is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States
and/or other countries. Designed to Entertain is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA
516.255.4545 (USA only)
www.harmankardon.com
Made in China
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Home theater speaker system
Harman Kardon
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®
HKTS 60
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Harman Kardon® HKTS60 speaker
system, with which you’re about to begin many years of listening
enjoyment. The HKTS60 has been custom designed to provide
all the excitement and power of the cinema experience in your own
living room.
While sophisticated electronics and state-of-the-art speaker components
are hard at work within the HKTS60, hookup and operation are simple.
Color-keyed cables and connections, and simple controls make
the HKTS60 easy to use.
To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new home theater speaker
system, we urge you to take a few minutes to read through this manual.
This will help ensure that the connections you make to your receiver
(or preamp/processor), amplifier and other devices are correct. In addition,
a few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls will
enable you to take advantage of all the power and refinement the
HKTS60 is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its
operation, please contact your dealer, the best local source of information.
Description and Features
The HKTS60 is a complete six-piece home theater speaker system
that includes:
• An 8-inch, 200-watt powered subwoofer
• Four identical two-way video-shielded dual-driver satellite speakers
for the left and right front, and left and right rear (surround)
speaker positions
• A dedicated, voice-matched, video-shielded, dual-driver center speaker
• Removable bases and wall-mount brackets for the satellite speakers
and a wall-mount bracket for the center speaker
• All of the cables you need to connect all of the speakers to your receiver
or preamp/processor and amplifier.
Included
Four satellite speakers for front left/right
and surround left/right
One powered subwooferFour wall-mount brackets for
One wall-mount bracket
for center speaker
satellite speakers
Four metal stop plates and screws
(for satellite speaker wall-mount brackets)
One combination LFE and trigger cable
for connection to the subwoofer
(LFE cable has purple connectors)
One center speaker
The speaker cables all use a color-coding system to conform to the
Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) standard. This color-coding
system minimizes confusion when connecting the speakers, especially
when you are connecting them to a Harman Kardon receiver.
The HKTS200SUB subwoofer is equipped with a special LFE input that
simplifies connection to receivers and preamp/processors with dedicated
subwoofer outputs that carry low-frequency signals. Other conveniences
include a level control, a phase switch for fine-tuning bass response to
suit your listening environment and taste, and an efficient switching
system that senses the presence of an audio signal and automatically
switches the subwoofer from standby mode to on.
Wall-mount brackets are included for the satellite and center speakers,
and shelf stands are included for the satellite speakers. Optional HKFS3
floorstands are available separately from your Harman Kardon dealer.
Harman Kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver fifty years ago.
With state-of-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs,
the HKTS60 is a perfect complement to a Harman Kardon receiver,
or any home theater system.
One 4-meter (13.1-foot) speaker cable
for center speaker (green color bands)
Two 5-meter (16.4-foot) speaker cables
for front satellites
(red and white color bands)
Two 10-meter (32.8-foot) speaker cables
for rear satellites
(gray and blue color bands)
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HKTS200SUB Rear-Panel Connections
PL0004-01001
1
2
3
4
5
8
9
6
7
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Subwoofer Level Control: Use this control to adjust the HKTS200SUB’s
volume. Turn clockwise to increase the volume; turn counterclockwise
to decrease the volume.
2
Bass Boost Switch: Set this switch to ON to enhance the
HKTS200SUB’s low-frequency performance. Set this switch to OFF
for normal low-frequency performance.
3
Phase Switch: This determines whether the HKTS200SUB’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 produced by the subwoofer could be canceled out,
reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This phenomenon
depends in part on the relative 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.
4
Power On Mode Switch: When set in the AUTO position and when
the Power Switch is set to ON, the HKTS200SUB will automatically
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turn itself on when it receives an audio signal, and will enter the
standby mode once no audio signal has been received for about
15 minutes. When this switch is set in the ON position,
the HKTS200SUB will remain on whether or not it is receiving an
audio signal.
An LED on the HKTS200SUB’s top panel indicates whether the
subwoofer is in the on or standby state:
• When the LED is illuminated white, the HKTS200SUB is turned on.
• When the LED is not illuminated, the HKTS200SUB is in standby mode.
When the Master Power Switch is set to OFF, the LED will not be
illuminated, no matter what setting the Power On Mode Switch is in.
5
External Trigger Input: Use the mini-plug of the supplied combination
LFE and trigger cable to connect the External Trigger Input to the
trigger output of another compatible component. Whenever a trigger
signal between 3 and 30V (AC or DC) is detected, the HKTS200SUB’s
amplifier will turn on. The HKTS200SUB’s amplifier will turn off after
the trigger signal ceases.
Switch is in the AUTO position.)
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Line-Level LFE In Connector: Use the LFE (purple) connector of the
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(This will occur even when the Power On Mode
supplied combination LFE and trigger cable to connect the Line-Level LFEIn to the dedicated subwoofer output of a receiver or preamp/
processor. This input bypasses the HKTS200SUB’s internal crossover
circuitry, so it should only be used with a subwoofer output that has
been low-pass filtered. If your receiver or preamp/processor does not
have a dedicated subwoofer output that is low-pass filtered you should
use the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors instead.
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Line-Level L/R In Connectors: Use these connectors if your receiver or
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preamp/processor does not have digital surround sound decoding or a
3
subwoofer output that is low-pass filtered.
• If your receiver or preamp/processor has a separate subwoofer
3
output, use the LFE (purple) connector of the supplied combination
LFE and trigger cable to connect it to either one of the HKTS200SUB’s
Line-Level L/R In Connectors.
• If your receiver or preamp/processor does not have a separate
subwoofer output, use two Y-adapters (not supplied). Connect an
adapter’s single end to the unit’s preamp output for that channel.
Connect one of the adapter’s dual ends to the main amp input for that
channel, and connect the adapter’s other dual end to one of the
HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors. Repeat with the other
Y-adapter, preamp channel, main amp input and HKTS200SUB
Line-Level L/R In Connector.
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Power Switch: Set this switch in the ON position to turn the
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4
HKTS200SUB on. The subwoofer will then either be on or in standby
mode, depending on the setting of the Power On Mode Switch .
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Power Cord (Non-Detachable): After you have made and verified all
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subwoofer and speaker connections described in this manual, plug this
cord into an active, unswitched electrical outlet for proper operation of
the HKTS200SUB. DO NOT plug this cord into the accessory outlets
found in some audio components.
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Speaker Placement
0 – 2ft
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Color-Coding System
The HKTS60 uses the channel color-coding system established by the
CE A to make setting up your home theater speaker system as easy as
possible. The HKTS60 system includes speaker wires with color bands
on each end.
Speaker Position Wire Color Band
F r o n t L e f t
Front Right
Center
Surround Left
Surround Right
Subwoofer
White
Red
Green
Blue
Gray
Purple
Placing the Front Speakers
The front speakers should be placed the
Left F ront
Speaker
Right F ront
same distance from each other as they
Speaker
are from the listening position. They
should be placed at about the same
height from the floor as the listener’s
ears will be. They also can be angled
toward the listener.
Placing the Center Speaker
The center speaker should be placed
slightly behind (farther away from the
listener) the front left and right speakers.
0 - 2 ft
Its center should be no more than 2 feet
(0 - 61cm)
(61cm) above or below the tweeters of
the front left and right speakers. If you
have a CRT television, it may be
convenient to set the center speaker
on top of the television set.
Left F ront
Speaker
Center
Speaker
Right F ront
Speaker
Placing the Subwoofer
Left F ront
Speaker
Right F ront
Speaker
Subwoofer
Since our ears do not hear directional
sound at the low frequencies where
the subwoofer operates, it will have
good performance from just about any
location in your room. However, the best
bass reproduction is likely to be heard
when the subwoofer is placed in a corner
along the same wall as the front left and
right speakers. You can experiment with
subwoofer placment 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 and
listen until you find the location where the
bass performance is best. Place the subwoofer in that location.
Placing the Surround Speakers
The two surround speakers should be placed slightly behind the
listening position, facing each other and, ideally, should be 5–6 feet
(1.5m –1.8m) from the floor. An alternate location would be on a wall
behind the listening position, facing forward. The surround speakers
should not call attention to themselves while they’re playing.
Experiment with their placement until you hear a dif fuse, ambient
sound accompanying the program material heard from the front left
and right and center speakers.
Mounting Options for Satellite
and Center Speakers
Shelf Placement
Appl y Pressure Evenly
to Both Sides o f Base
You can place the satellite and center
speakers on shelves. The satellite
speakers have built-in bases for shelf
placement. You can also remove the
bases if desired.
To remove a satellite speaker’s base,
pull it straight off the speaker, as
shown in the illustration. Applying
even pressure to both sides of the
base will allow it to slide off smoothly.
Wall-Mounting: Satellite Speakers
IMPORTANT: Read the Speaker Connections
section, on page 7, before wall-mounting
the satellite speakers. You will need to insert
the speaker wires through the wall mounts
and connect the wires to the speakers
during the process of installing the
wall-mounts.
NOTE: If you are using your own speaker wire,
it must be no thicker than the wire supplied
with the speakers. Thicker wire will prevent
the wall-mount bracket from sliding onto the
speaker.
1. Decide on the location for the speaker
(see Speaker Placement, opposite).
2. Remove the speaker’s base as explained in
Shelf Placement, above.
3. Disassemble the wall-mount bracket by sliding the two
sections apart, as shown in the illustration.
4. Attach the wall portion of the wall-mount onto the wall using
hardware that is appropriate for the wall’s construction and
materials. We recommend first anchoring the mount using its
keyhole, then attaching it with another anchor through its top
opening, as shown in the illustration. Note that the satellite
speakers weigh 3.4 lb (1.55kg). Be sure to use hardware that
can support this weight.
Top Opening
Lif t Base Stra ight
off Speake r
Pull Se ctions
Apart
Left S urround
Sound
Right Surround
Sound
5 - 6 ft
(1.5m - 1.8m)
Left F ront
Speaker
Left S urround
Sound
Right F ront
Speaker
Subwoofer
Right Surround
Sound
Keyhole Opening
Bottom Opening
5
+
–
NOTE: If you’re running the speaker wire through the wall you can bring
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it out directly behind the bracket location and insert it through the
bottom opening in the wall portion of the wall-mount, as shown in the
illustration. This will keep the wire completely hidden from view once
the installation is complete.
Inser t Wire into
Bottom Opening
Bring W ire Out
throu gh Here
5. If you’re not running the speaker wire through the wall, insert
it through the wall portion of the wall-mount bracket as
shown in the illustration.
6. Pass the speaker wire through the speaker portion of the
wall-mount as shown in the illustration.
8. Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals as shown in
the illustration:
a) Press down on the top of the terminal to open the connection hole.
b) Insert the wire’s bare end all the way into the hole.
c) Release the terminal to secure the wire.
Insert the conductor with the colored band into the speaker’s
red ( + ) terminal, and insert the other conductor into the speaker’s
black ( – ) terminal.
A. Pus h Down on C ap
to Open H ole
B. Insert Bare Wire
into Op en Hole
C. Rele ase Cap
to Secure Wir e
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver or amplifier.
9. Slide the speaker portion of wall-mount onto the speaker as shown in
the illustration. Fit the grooves on the mount onto the rails in the speaker,
and apply even pressure on both sides of the mount so it slides straight
onto the speaker.
• Push the mount all the way onto the speaker until it snaps into place.
• Pull any slack speaker wire back through the mount as you slide the
mount onto the speaker.
Push Do wn Evenly on Both Sid es of Bracke t
Fit Br acket Grooves
onto Sp eaker Rail s
Bring W ire In
throu gh Here
Bring W ire Out
throu gh Here
7. If you have not already removed the speaker’s base, do so by
pulling it straight off the speaker, as shown in the illustration.
Applying even pressure to both sides of the base will allow it
to slide off smoothly.
Appl y Pressure Evenly
to Both Sides o f Base
CAUT ION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that
your receiver or amplifier is turned OFF and preferably,
its AC cord is unplugged from the AC outlet.
Lif t Base Stra ight
off Speake r
10. Slide the speaker onto the mount’s wall section as shown in
the illustration. Pull any slack speaker wire back through
the mount's wall section.
Slide Speaker
onto Wa ll-Mount
11. Fit the metal stop plate into the recess on the bottom of the
mount with the pad facing the mount, and fasten it to the
mount using two of the supplied screws. This will prevent
the speaker from detaching from the bracket and will hold
the speaker’s position as you rotate it on the mount.
Stop Plate
Supplied Screws
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Wall-Mounting: Center Speaker
+
–
+
–
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1. Decide on the location for the speaker (see Speaker Placement,
on page 5).
2. Attach the center speaker wall-mount bracket to the wall using
hardware that is appropriate for the wall’s construction and
materials. Attach the anchors through the holes shown in
the illustration.
Use Th ese Hol es
to Attach Br acket
to Wall
NOTE: The center speaker weighs 3.3 lb (1.5kg). Be sure to use
hardware that can support this weight.
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your
receiver or amplifier is turned OFF and preferably, its AC cord is
unplugged from the AC power source.
3. Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals. Press down on
the top of the terminal to open the connection hole, insert the
wire’s bare end all the way into the hole and release the terminal
to secure the wire. Insert the conductor with the colored band into
the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and insert the other conductor
into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal, as shown in the illustration.
A. Pus h Down on C ap
to Open H ole
B. Insert Bare Wire
into Op en Hole
C. Rele ase Cap
to Secure Wir e
Speakers and receivers/amplifiers have corresponding ( + ) and ( – )
connection terminals. Most electronics manufacturers, including
Harman Kardon, use red to denote the ( + ) terminal and black for the
( – ) terminal. Newer Harman Kardon receivers conform to the CE A
standard and therefore use a color other than red to denote
the ( + ) terminal for some speaker positions. See the table in
Color-Coding System, on page 5.
Each speaker wire included with your system has colored bands at
both ends of the ( + ) conductor, and the subwoofer cable has purple
connectors that correspond to the color of the HK TS200 SUB’s LFE
jack. This system helps ensure that the speaker in each location is
connected to the correct receiver or amplifier terminals. In addition to
the colored bands at each end, each speaker wire’s ( + ) terminal has
ribs molded into its insulation to help identify it.
It is very important to connect each speaker identically : ( + ) on the
speaker to ( + ) on the receiver or amplifier, and ( – ) on the speaker
to ( – ) on the receiver or amplifier. Miswiring one or more speakers
results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. With the
advent of multichannel surround-sound systems, connecting all of the
speakers in your system correctly is very important to achieving the
proper ambience and directionality of the program material.
To connect the speaker wire to the terminals on the satellite and
center speakers, press down on the top of the terminal to open the
connection hole, insert the wire’s bare end all the way into the hole
and release the terminal to secure the wire. Insert the conductor with
the colored band into the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and insert the
other conductor into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal, as shown in
the illustration.
Important: 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 receiver or amplifier.
4. Using two of the supplied screws, attach the center speaker to
the wall-mount bracket, as shown in the illustration.
Wall-Mount
Bracket
Supplied Screws
Speaker Connections
CAUT ION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your
receiver or amplifier is turned OFF and preferably, its AC cord is
unplugged from the AC power outlet.
A. Pus h Down on C ap
to Open H ole
B. Insert Bare Wire
into Op en Hole
C. Rele ase Cap
to Secure Wir e
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver or amplifier.
Connecting Satellite Speakers With Supplied
Wall-Mount Brackets
Follow the instructions in Wall-Mounting: Satellite Speakers, on page 5,
and Wall-Mounting: Center Speaker, opposite.
Connecting Satellite Speakers with Supplied Bases
1. Remove the speaker’s base (see Shelf Placement, on page 5).
2. Pass the speaker wire through the opening
in the speaker base.
3. Connect the speaker wire as described above.
4. Reattach the speaker’s base as shown in
the illustration.
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PL0004-01001
+–
+–+–
+–+–
LEFT
SUB
LFE OUT
+–+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
RIGHT
SURROUNDFRONTCENTER
Left FrontRight Front
Left
Surround
Right
Surround
Center
Subwoofer
Receiver
LFE/Trigger Cable
(Purple Ends)
Surround Left
Speaker Cable
(Blue Bands)
Front Left
Speaker Cable
(White Bands)
Front Right
Speaker Cable
(Red Bands)
Center
Speaker Cable
(Green Bands)
Surround Right
Speaker Cable
(Gray Bands)
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Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or
Preamp/Processor With a Dedicated Subwoofer Output
Use this installation method for receivers and preamp/processors that
have a dedicated subwoofer output with low-pass filtering (also called
bass management). If the dedicated subwoofer output does not have
low-pass filtering, follow the instructions in Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With Line Outputs, on page 9.
Use the LFE (purple ) connector of the supplied combination LFE and
trigger cable to connect the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level LFE In Jack
to the dedicated subwoofer output (or LFE output) of your receiver or
preamp /processor.
Connect each satellite speaker and the center speaker to the
corresponding speaker terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
In your receiver or preamp/processor’s setup menu, configure it for
SubwooferON, and set the front left, front right, center, and surround
speakers to Small. After you have made and verified all connections,
plug the HKTS200SUB’s AC Power Cord into an active AC outlet.
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9
8
PL0004-01001
+–
+–+–
+–+–
LEFT
LINE-LEVEL
OUTPUTS
LR
+–+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
RIGHT
SURROUNDFRONTCENTER
Left FrontRight Front
Left
Surround
Right
Surround
Center
Subwoofer
Receiver
RCA Cable
(Not Supplied)
(Red and White Ends)
Surround Left
Speaker Cable
(Blue Bands)
Front Left
Speaker Cable
(White Bands)
Front Right
Speaker Cable
(Red Bands)
Center
Speaker Cable
(Green Bands)
Surround Right
Speaker Cable
(Gray Bands)
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Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver
or Preamp/Processor With Line Outputs
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. If the receiver or preamp/processor
has a dedicated subwoofer output with low-pass filtering, see Connect-
ing the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With a Dedicated
Subwoofer Output, on page 8.
If you’re connecting to a receiver with left and right line outputs that
are not connected to amplifier inputs, connect the LFE (purple) connector of the supplied combination LFE and trigger cable to one of those
outputs and to either of the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Con-nectors . Use a second RCA cable (not supplied ) to connect the other
receiver or preamp line output to the other of the HKTS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors .
If you’re connecting to a receiver or preamp /processor with left and
right line outputs that are connected to amplifier front lef t and right
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inputs, connect the single ends of Y-adapters (not supplied ) to
the receiver’s or processor’s left and right line outputs. Connect one
of the Y-adapter’s double ends to the HK TS200SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors , and connect the other double end to your
amplifier’s front left and right inputs.
Connect each satellite speaker and the center speaker to the
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corresponding speaker terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
In your receiver or preamp /processor’s setup menu, configure it for
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Subwoofer ON, and set the front left, front right, center, and surround
speakers to Small.
After you have made and verified all connections, plug the
HKTS200SUB’s AC Power Cord into an active AC outlet.
9
9
PL0004-01001
LEFT
LFE SUB
OUTPUT
12V
TRIGGER
OUTPUT
+–+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
+–
RIGHT
SURROUNDFRONTCENTER
Subwoofer
Receiver
Trigger Cable
(Black Ends)
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Connecting to a Trigger Voltage Source
If your preamp/processor or another audio/video component has a trigger
voltage connection that supplies between 3 and 30V (AC or DC), connect
it to the HKTS200SUB’s External Trigger Input Connector . If the
component’s trigger voltage connection has a 3.5mm mini jack you can
use the supplied combination LFE/trigger cable to make the connection.
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Troubleshooting
Turning the Subwoofer On and Off
Set the HKTS200SUB’s Power Switch to the ON position.
• If the Power On Mode Switch is set to AU TO,
the HK TS200SUB will automatically turn itself on when it receives an
audio signal, and it will go into standby mode when it has
received no audio signal for 15 minutes. The HKTS200 SUB’s LED will
illuminate white when the subwoofer is on, and will not be
illuminated when the subwoofer is in standby.
• If the Power On Mode Switch is set to ON, the HKTS200SUB
will remain on at all times. The HK TS200 SUB’s LED will illuminate
white.
• If the External Trigger Input Connector is connected to a
trigger voltage source, the HKTS200SUB will turn on whenever a
trigger voltage is present, and will turn off 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 ex tended period, switch
the Power Switch to the OFF Position.
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8
4
4
5
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Subwoofer Adjustments: Volume
Use the Subwoofer Level Control to set the HKTS200SUB’s
volume. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the subwoofer’s volume;
turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the subwoofer’s volume.
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Subwoofer Adjustments: Phase
The Phase Switch determines whether the HK TS200SUB’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 produced by the subwoofer
could be canceled out, reducing bass performance and sonic
impact. This phenomenon depends in part on the relative
placement of all the speakers in the room.
Although in most cases the Phase Switch should be left in the
NORMAL position, there is no absolute correct set ting for the
Phase Switch . When the HKTS200SUB is properly in phase
with the satellite speakers, the sound will be clearer and have
maximum impact. This will make percussive sounds like drums,
piano and plucked strings sound more lifelike. The best way to
set the Phase Switch is to listen to music that you are familiar
with and set the switch in the position that gives drums and other
percussive sounds maximum impact.
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Subwoofer Adjustments: Bass Boost
When set to the ON position, the Bass Boost Switch enhances
low-frequency performance, resulting in bass with more impact,
which you may prefer while watching movies or listening to music.
There is no harm in experimenting with this control – setting the
switch to the OFF position will return normal low-frequency
performance.
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If there is no sound from any of the speakers:
• Check that the receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing.
• Make sure that all wires and connections bet ween the receiver/amplifier
and the speakers are connected properly.
• Make sure none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.
• Review the proper operation of your receiver/amplifier.
If there is no sound coming from one speaker:
• Check that the balance control on your receiver/amplifier is not set all the
way to one channel.
• Check your receiver/ amplif ier ’s s peaker se tup pr ocedure t o make sur e that
the speaker in question ha s been enabled and its volume level has not been
turned all the way down.
• Make sure that all wires and connections bet ween the receiver/amplifier
and the speaker are connected properly.
• Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
If there is no sound coming from the center speaker:
• Check your receiver/ amplif ier ’s s peaker se tup pr ocedure t o make sur e that
the center speaker has been enabled and it s volume level ha s not been
turned all the way down.
• Make sure that all wires and connections bet ween the receiver/amplifier
and the center speaker are connected properly.
• Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
• If your receiver is operating in Dolby
center speaker is not set to Phantom.
If there is no sound coming from the surround speakers:
• Check your receiver/ amplif ier ’s s peaker se tup pr ocedure t o make sur e that
the surround speakers have been enabled and their volume levels have not
been turned all the way down.
• Make sure that all wires and connections bet ween the receiver/amplifier
and the surround speakers are connected properly.
• Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
• Review proper operation of your receiver/processor and its surround-
sound features.
• Make sure the movie or T V show yo u’re wa tching has been rec orded in a
surr ound-sound mode. I f it is not, check to see if your receiver/amplifier has
a different surround-sound mode that you can use.
• Review the operat ion of your D VD player and the DVD jacket to make sure the
DVD features the desired Dolby Digital or DTS
and that you have properly selected that mode using both the DV D player’s
menu and the disc’s menu.
If there is no sound coming from the subwoofer :
• Check that the subwoofer’s Power Cord is plugged into a working
AC outlet.
• Check that the subwoofer’s Power Switch is in the ON position.
• Check that the Subwoofer Level Control is not turned all the way down
(fully counterclockwise).
• Check the audio connection between your receiver/pro cessor and
the subwoofer.
• Check your receiver/ amplif ier ’s s peaker se tup pr ocedure t o make sur e that
the subwoofer has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned
all the way down.
If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased :
• Make sure that all wires and connections bet ween the receiver/amplifier
and the speakers are connected properly.
• Make sure none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.
• If yo u’re using more t han one pair of main speakers, check t o be sure that
you’re not operating the system below the receiver/amplifier’s minimum
impedance requirements.
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Pro Logic® mode, make sure that the
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HKTS 60 SystemCEN-TS60HKTS200SUB Subwoofer
Frequency Response
45Hz – 20kHz (-6dB )
SAT-TS60 Satellites
Recommended Power
20 ~ 150 watts
Impedance
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
83dB @ 2.83V/1 meter
Twee ter
One 1" (25mm ) CMMD L ite dome,
video-shielded
Midrange
Dual 3" (75mm ) flat-diaphragm dr ive rs,
video-shielded
Dimensions – including stands (H x W x D)
11-25/32" x 4-11/ 32" x 3 -15/ 32"
(299mm x 110mm x 88mm)
Weight
3.4 lb (1.55kg )
Recommended Power
20 ~ 150 watts
Impedance
8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity
83dB @ 2.83V/1 meter
Twee ter
One 1" (25mm ) CMMD L ite dome,
video-shielded
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
Harman Kardon is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States
and/ or other countries. Designed to Entertain is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademarks of Dolby L aboratories.
DTS is a registered trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Home Theater Speaker System
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Owner’s Manual
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Introduction, Description and Features, Included Items
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the harman kardon HKTS 60BQ speaker system, with which
you’re about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. The HKTS 60BQ has been
custom designed to provide all the excitement and power of the cinema experience in
your own living room.
While sophisticated electronics and state-of-the-art speaker components are hard at
work within the HKTS 60BQ, hookup and operation are simple. Color-keyed cables and
connections, and simple controls make the HKTS 60BQ easy to use.
To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new home theater speaker system, we urge
you to take a few minutes to read through this manual. This will help ensure that the
connections you make to your receiver (or preamp/processor), amplifier and other devices
are correct. In addition, a few minutes spent learning the functions of the various controls
will enable you to take advantage of all the power and refinement the HKTS 60BQ is able
to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please
contact your dealer. They are your best local source of information.
Description and Features
The HKTS 60BQ is a complete six-piece home theater speaker system that includes:
A 200-watt powered subwoofer with an 8-inch (200mm) low-frequency transducer•
Four identical two-way video-shielded dual-driver satellite speakers for the left and •
right front, and left and right rear (surround) speaker positions
A dedicated, voice-matched, video-shielded, dual-driver center speaker•
Removable bases and wall-mount brackets for the satellite speakers and a wall-•
mount bracket for the center speaker
All of the cables you need to connect all of the speakers to your receiver or •
preamp/processor and amplifier.
The speaker cables all use a color-coding system to conform to the Consumer Electronics
Association (CEA
connecting the speakers, especially when the HKTS 60BQ system is used with a harman
kardon receiver.
We have equipped the HKTS 210SUB subwoofer with a special input (labeled LFE) that
simplifies connection to receivers and preamp/processors with dedicated subwoofer
outputs that carry low-frequency signals. Other conveniences include a level control,
a phase switch for fine-tuning bass response to suit your listening environment and
taste, and an efficient switching system that senses the presence of an audio signal and
automatically switches the subwoofer from standby mode to on.
We have included wall-mount brackets for the satellite and centre speakers and shelf
stands for the satellite speakers. Optional HTFS 3 floor stands are available separately
from your harman kardon dealer.
harman kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver fifty years ago. With state-of-the-art
features and time-honored circuit designs, the HKTS 60BQ is a perfect complement to a
harman kardon receiver, or any home theater system.
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) standard. This color-coding system minimizes confusion when
Included Items
Four satellite speakers for front left/
right and surround left/right
One powered subwoofer
One wall-mount bracket for center speaker
One combination LFE and trigger cable for connection
to the subwoofer (LFE cable has purple connectors)
Two 5-meter (16.4-foot) speaker cables for
front satellites (red and white color bands)
One center speaker
Four wall-mount brackets for satellite speakers
Four metal stop plates and screws
(for satellite speaker wall-mount brackets)
One 4-meter (13.1-foot) speaker cable
for center speaker (green color bands)
Two 10-meter (32.8-foot) speaker cables for
rear satellites (gray and blue color bands)
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HKTS 210SUB Rear-Panel
Connections
HKTS 210SUB Rear-Panel Connections, Color-Coding System
ENGLISH
Phase switch
0.
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
produced by the subwoofer could be canceled out, reducing bass performance and
sonic impact. This phenomenon depends in part on the relative placement of all the
speakers in the room. In most cases the Phase switch 0 should be left in the
NORMAL
Phase switch 0 in the position that maximizes bass response and impact.
Bass Boost switch
1.
low-frequency performance. Set this switch to
performance.
Power On Mode switch
2.
switch8 is set to ON, the HKTS 210SUB will automatically turn itself on when it
receives an audio signal and will enter the standby mode once no audio signal has
been received for about 15 minutes. When this switch is set in the ON position, the
HKTS 210SUB will remain on whether or not it is receiving an audio signal. An LED
on the HKTS 210SUB’s top panel indicates whether the subwoofer is in the on or
standby state:
When the Power switch
matter what setting the Power On Mode switch 2 is in.
3.
Subwoofer Level control
Turn clockwise to increase the volume; turn counterclockwise to decrease the
volume.
Input Mode switch
4.
from the Line-Level L/R In connectors 7 is active. When this switch is in the
“LFE” setting, the input signal from the Line-Level LFE In connector 6 is active.
5.
External Trigger input
trigger cable to connect the External Trigger input to the trigger output of another
compatible component. Whenever a trigger signal between 3V and 30V (AC or DC)
is detected by the HKTS 210SUB, its amplifier will turn on. The HKTS 210SUB’s
amplifier will turn off after the trigger signal ceases. (This will occur even when the
Power On Mode switch2 is in the
: The Phase switch 0 determines whether the HKTS 210SUB’s
position. However, it does no harm to experiment, and you can leave the
: Set this switch to ON to enhance the HKTS 210SUB’s
When the LED glows white, the •HKTS 210SUB is turned on.
When the LED is not illuminated, the •HKTS 210SUB is in standby mode.
: When this switch is in the “Normal” setting, the input signal
: Use the mini-plug of the supplied combination LFE and
OFF
for normal low-frequency
: If this switch is set in the
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is set to
OFF
: Use this control to adjust the HKTS 210SUB’s volume.
AUTO
AUTO
position and the Power
, the LED will not be illuminated, no
position.)
6.
Line-Level LFE In connector
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 lowpass crossover network, use the Line-Level LFE In connector 6 and set the
subwoofer’s Input Mode switch 4 in the “LFE” position.
Line-Level L/R In connectors
7.
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 connectors7 and set the Input Mode switch 4 in the “Normal” position. If
your receiver/processor has only one subwoofer output, you can use either the L or
R connector.
Power switch
8.
subwoofer will then either be on or in standby mode, depending on the setting of
the Power On Mode switch 2.
9.
Power cord (non-detachable)
and speaker connections described in this manual, plug this cord into an active,
unswitched electrical outlet for proper operation of the HKTS 210SUB. DO NOT plug
this cord into the accessory outlets found in some audio components.
: Set this switch in the ON position to turn the HKTS 210SUB on. The
: The signal from this connector bypasses the
: The signals from these connectors pass through
: After you have made and verified all subwoofer
Color-Coding System
The HKTS 60BQ use the channel color-coding system established by the CEA to make
setting up your home theater speaker system as easy as possible. The HKTS 60BQ
systems include speaker wires with color bands on each end.
Speaker PositionWire Color Band
Front LeftWhite
Front RightRed
CenterGreen
Surround LeftBlue
Surround RightGray
SubwooferPurple
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Speaker Placement, Mounting Options
Speaker Placement
Placing the Front Speakers
The front speakers should be placed the same
Front Left
Speaker
Front Right
Speaker
Placing the Center Speaker
Center Speaker
Front Left
Speaker
Front Right
Speaker
Placing the Subwoofer
Front Left
Speaker
Front Right
Speaker
Placing the Surround Speakers
Surround Right
Speaker
The two surround speakers should be placed slightly behind the listening position, facing
each other and, ideally, should be 5–6 feet (1.5m–1.8m) from the floor. An alternate
location would be on a wall behind the listening position, facing forward. The surround
speakers should not call attention to themselves while they’re playing. Experiment with
their placement until you hear a diffuse, ambient sound accompanying the program
material heard from the front left and right and center speakers.
distance from each other as they are from the
listening position. They should be placed at about
the same height from the floor as the listener’s
ears will be. They also can be angled toward the
listener.
The center speaker should be placed slightly
behind (farther away from the listener) the front
left and right speakers. Its center should be no
more than 2 feet (61cm) above or below the
0 - 2 ft
tweeters of the front left and right speakers. If you
(0 - 61cm)
have a CRT television, it may be convenient to set
the center speaker on top of the television set.
Since our ears do not hear directional sound at the
low frequencies where the subwoofer operates, it
will have good performance from just about any
Subwoofer
location in your room. However, the best bass
reproduction is likely to be heard when the
subwoofer is placed in a corner along the same
wall as the front left and right speakers. You can
experiment with subwoofer placement 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 and listen until you find the
location where the bass performance is best. Place
the subwoofer in that location.
Surround Left
Speaker
5 - 6 ft
(1.5m - 1.8m)
Front Left
Speaker
Surround Left
Speaker
Surround Right
Front Right
Speaker
Speaker
Subwoofer
Mounting Options for Satellite and Centre Speakers
Shelf Placement
You can place the satellite and centre
speakers on shelves. The satellite speakers
have built-in bases for shelf placement.
You can also remove the bases.
To remove a satellite speaker’s base, pull
it straight off the speaker, as shown in the
illustration. Applying even pressure to both
sides of the base will allow it to slide off
smoothly.
Wall-Mounting: Satellite
Speakers
IMPORTANT: Read the Speaker Connections
section, on page 8, before wall-mounting
the satellite speakers. You will need to
insert the speaker wires through the wallmount brackets and connect the wires
to the speakers during the process of
installing the brackets.
NOTE: If you are using your own speaker
wire, it must be no thicker than the wire
supplied with the speakers. Thicker wire
will prevent the bracket from sliding onto
the speaker.
Decide on the location for the 1.
speaker.
Remove the speaker’s base as 2.
explained in Shelf Placement, above.
Disassemble the wall-mount bracket 3.
by sliding the two sections apart, as
shown in the illustration.
4. Attach the wall portion of the
wall-mount bracket onto the wall
using hardware that is appropriate
for the wall’s construction and
materials. We recommend first
anchoring the bracket using its keyhole,
then attaching it with another anchor
through its top opening, as shown in
the illustration. Note that the satellite
speakers weigh 1.55kg (3.4 lb). Be sure
to use hardware that can support this
weight.
Apply Pressure Evenly
to Both Sides of Base
Lift Base Straight
off Speaker
Pull Sections Apart
Top Opening
Keyhole Opening
Bottom Opening
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Mounting Options
NOTE: If you’re running the speaker wire through the wall, you can bring it out directly
behind the bracket location and insert it through the bottom opening in the wall portion of
the bracket, as shown in the illustration. Running the wire in this way will keep the wire
completely hidden from view once the installation is complete.
Insert Wire into
Bottom Opening
Bring Wire out
through Here
If you’re not running the speaker wire through the wall, insert it through the wall 5.
portion of the bracket, as shown in the illustration.
Pass the speaker wire through the speaker portion of the wall-mount bracket, as 6.
shown in the illustration.
Bring Wire In
through Here
Insert the conductor with the coloured band into the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and
insert the other conductor into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal.
A. Push Down on Cap
to Open Hole
B. Insert Bare Wire
into Open Hole
C. Release Cap
to Secure Wire
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver
or amplifier.
Slide the speaker portion of the wall-mount bracket onto the speaker as shown 9.
in the illustration. Fit the grooves on the bracket onto the rails in the speaker, and
apply even pressure on both sides of the bracket so it slides straight onto the
speaker.
Push the bracket all the way onto the speaker until it snaps into place.•
Pull any slack speaker wire back through the bracket as you slide the bracket •
onto the speaker.
Fit Bracket Grooves
onto Speaker Rails
Push Down Evenly on
Both Sides of Bracket
Slide the speaker onto the bracket’s wall section, as shown in the illustration. Pull 10.
any slack speaker wire back through the bracket’s wall section.
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Bring Wire out
through Here
If you have not already removed the speaker’s base, do so by pulling it straight off 7.
the speaker, as shown in the illustration. Applying even pressure to both sides of
the base will allow it to slide off smoothly.
Apply Pressure Evenly
to Both Sides of Base
Lift Base Straight
off Speaker
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier is
turned OFF and its AC cord is unplugged from the AC outlet.
Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals as shown in the illustration: 8.
Press down on the top of the terminal to open the connection hole.A.
Insert the wire’s bare end all the way into the hole.B.
Release the terminal to secure the wire.C.
Slide Speaker onto
Wall-Mount Bracket
Fit the metal stop plate into the recess on the bottom of the bracket with the pad 11.
facing the bracket, and fasten it to the bracket using two of the supplied screws.
Fastening it will prevent the speaker from detaching from the bracket and will hold
the speaker’s position as you rotate it.
Stop Plate
Supplied Screws
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Mounting Options, Speaker Connections
Wall-Mounting: Centre Speaker
Decide on the location for the speaker.1.
Attach the centre speaker wall-mount bracket to the wall using hardware that is 2.
appropriate for the wall’s construction and materials. Attach the anchors through
the holes shown in the illustration.
Use These Holes
to Attach Bracket
to Wall
NOTE: The centre speaker weighs 1.5kg (3.3 lb). Be sure to use hardware that can
support this weight.
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier is
turned OFF and its AC cord is unplugged from the AC power source.
Connect the speaker wire to the speaker terminals. Press down on the top of the 3.
terminal to open the connection hole, insert the wire’s bare end all the way into
the hole and release the terminal to secure the wire. Insert the conductor with the
coloured band into the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and insert the other conductor
into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal, as shown in the illustration.
A. Push Down on Cap
to Open Hole
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver
or amplifier.
Using two of the supplied screws, attach the centre speaker to the bracket, as 4.
shown in the illustration.
B. Insert Bare Wire
into Open Hole
Wall-Mount
Bracket
Supplied Screws
C. Release Cap
to Secure Wire
Speaker Connections
CAUTION: Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier is
turned OFF and its AC cord is unplugged from the AC power outlet.
Speakers and receivers/amplifiers have corresponding ( + ) and ( – ) connection terminals.
Most electronics makers, including harman kardon engineers, use red to denote the
( + ) terminal and black for the ( – ) terminal. Newer harman kardon receivers conform to
the CEA standard and therefore use a colour other than red to denote the ( + ) terminal for
some speaker positions. See the table in Colour-Coding System, on page 5.
Each speaker wire included with your system has coloured bands at both ends of the
( + ) conductor, and the subwoofer cable has purple connectors that correspond to the
colour of the HKTS 210SUB’s LFE jack. This system helps ensure that the speaker in each
location is connected to the correct receiver or amplifier terminals. In addition to the
coloured bands at each end, each speaker wire’s ( + ) terminal has ribs moulded into its
insulation to help you identify it.
It is very important to connect each speaker identically: ( + ) on the speaker to ( + ) on the
receiver or amplifier, and ( – ) on the speaker to ( – ) on the receiver or amplifier. Miswiring
one or more speakers results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image. With the
advent of multichannel surround-sound systems, connecting all of the speakers in your
system correctly is very important to achieving the proper ambience and directionality of
the program material.
To connect the speaker wire to the terminals on the satellite and centre speakers, press
down on the top of the terminal to open the connection hole, insert the wire’s bare end
all the way into the hole, and release the terminal to secure the wire. Insert the conductor
with the coloured band into the speaker’s red ( + ) terminal, and insert the other conductor
into the speaker’s black ( – ) terminal, as shown in the illustration.
A. Push Down on Cap
to Open Hole
IMPORTANT: 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 receiver
or amplifier.
Connecting Satellite Speakers With Supplied
Wall-Mount Brackets
Follow the instructions in Wall-Mounting: Satellite Speakers,
on page 6, and Wall-Mounting: Centre Speaker, opposite.
Connecting Satellite Speakers with Supplied
Bases
Remove the speaker’s base (see 1. Shelf Placement, on
page 6).
Pass the speaker wire through the opening in the 2.
speaker’s base.
Connect the speaker wire as described 3. above.
Reattach the speaker’s base, as shown in the 4.
illustration.
B. Insert Bare Wire
into Open Hole
C. Release Cap
to Secure Wire
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Speaker Connections
Front Left Speaker Cable
(White Bands)
Left FrontRight Front
Center Speaker Cable
(Green Bands)
Centre
Set Input Mode
Switch to “LFE”
Front Right Speaker
Cable (Red Bands)
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Receiver
Surround Left Speaker
Cable (Blue Bands)
Surround Right Speaker Cable (Gray Bands)
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor with a
Dedicated Subwoofer Output
Use this installation method for receivers and preamp/processors that have a dedicated
subwoofer output with low-pass filtering (also called bass management). If the dedicated
subwoofer output does not have low-pass filtering, follow the instructions in Connecting
the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With Line Outputs, on page 10.
Use the LFE (purple) connector of the supplied combination LFE and trigger cable to
connect the HKTS 210SUB’s Line-Level LFE In connector
output (or LFE output) of your receiver or preamp/processor. Set the subwoofer's Input Mode switch4 to the “LFE” position.
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to the dedicated subwoofer
Subwoofer
LFE/Trigger Cable
(Purple Ends)
Connect each satellite speaker and the center speaker to the corresponding speaker
terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
In your receiver or preamp/processor’s setup menu, configure the receiver or preamp/
processor for “Subwoofer ON,” and set the front, center and surround speakers to
“Small.” After you have made and verified all connections, plug the HKTS 210SUB’s AC Power cord
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into an active AC outlet.
Right SurroundLeft Surround
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+–
+–
+–
+–
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Speaker Connections
Front Left Speaker Cable
(White Bands)
Receiver
Left FrontRight Front
Center Speaker Cable
(Green Bands)
Centre
Front Right Speaker
Set Input Mode Switch
to “Normal”
Cable (Red Bands)
Subwoofer
Surround Left Speaker
Cable (Blue Bands)
Surround Right Speaker Cable (Gray Bands)
Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor with
Line Outputs
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.
If the receiver or preamp/processor has a dedicated subwoofer output with low-pass
filtering, see Connecting the Subwoofer to a Receiver or Preamp/Processor With a Dedicated Subwoofer Output, on page 9.
If you’re connecting to a receiver with left and right line outputs that are not connected
to amplifier inputs, connect the LFE (purple) connector of the supplied combination LFE
and trigger cable to one of those outputs and to either of the HKTS 210SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors
receiver or preamp line output to the other of the HKTS 210SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors7.
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. Use a second RCA cable (not supplied) to connect the other
If you’re connecting to a receiver or preamp/processor with left and right line
outputs that are connected to amplifier front left and front right inputs, connect
the single line outputs. Connect one of the Y-adapter’s double ends to the
HKTS 210SUB’s Line-Level L/R In Connectors
your amplifier’s front left and right inputs.
Connect each satellite speaker and the centre speaker to the corresponding speaker
terminals on your receiver or amplifier.
After you have made and verified all connections, plug the HKTS 210SUB’s AC Power Cord9 into an active AC outlet.
Stereo Audio Cable (Not
supplied, Red and White Ends)
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, and connect the other double end to
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12V
TRIGGER
OUTPUT
+–+–
+–
+–
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Receiver
Speaker Connections
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Subwoofer
Trigger Cable
(Black Ends)
Connecting to a Trigger-Voltage Source
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 HKTS 210SUB’s
External Trigger Input5. If the component’s trigger-voltage connection has a
3.5mm mini jack, you can use the supplied combination LFE/trigger cable to make the
connection.
NOTE: Please do not connect the subwoofer ON/OFF trigger cable to the Remote Control
Output (IR Out) of your home cinema system or surround receiver. Doing so could lead
to malfunction.
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Operation
Turning the Subwoofer On and Off
Set the HKTS 210SUB’s Power Switch 8 to the ON position.
If the •Power On Mode Switch
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
HKTS 210SUB’s LED will glow white when the subwoofer is on and will not be
illuminated when the subwoofer is in standby.
If the •Power On Mode Switch
at all times. The HKTS 210SUB’s LED will glow white.
If the •External Trigger Input
HKTS 210SUB 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 Switch2.
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
Position.
Subwoofer Adjustments: Volume
Use the Subwoofer Level Control 3 to set the HKTS 210SUB’s volume. Turn the
knob clockwise to increase the subwoofer’s volume; turn the knob counterclockwise to
decrease the subwoofer’s volume.
Subwoofer Adjustments: Phase
The Phase Switch 0 determines whether the HKTS 210SUB’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
sound waves from the subwoofer, reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This
phenomenon depends in part on the placement of all the speakers in the room.
Although in most cases the Phase Switch
there is no absolutely correct setting for the Phase Switch 0. When the HKTS 210SUB
is properly in phase with the satellite speakers, the audio will be clearer, have maximum
impact and make percussive sounds like drums, piano and plucked strings sound more
lifelike. The best way to set the Phase Switch 0 is to listen to music that you know
well and set the switch in the position that gives drums and other percussive sounds
maximum impact.
Subwoofer Adjustments: Bass Boost
When set to the ON position, the Bass Boost Switch 1 enhances low-frequency
performance, resulting in bass with more impact, which you may prefer while watching
movies or listening to music. There is no harm in experimenting with this control. Setting
the switch to the
OFF
position will return normal low-frequency performance.
2
is set to
AUTO
, the HKTS 210SUB will
2
is set to ON, the HKTS 210SUB will remain on
5
is connected to a trigger-voltage source, the
8
0
should be left in the
NORMAL
to the
position,
OFF
Operation
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This unit is designed for trouble-free operation. Most problems that users encounter are due to operating errors. So if you have a problem, first check this list for a possible solution. If
the problem persists, consult your authorized harman kardon service centre.
ProblemSolution
If there is no sound from any of the speakers:Check that the receiver/amplifier is on and a source is playing.•
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the speakers are •
connected properly.
Make sure none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.•
Review the proper operation of your receiver/amplifier.•
If there is no sound coming from one speaker:Check that the balance control on your receiver/amplifier is not set all the way to one channel. •
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker setup procedure to make sure that he speaker in •
question has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned all the way down.
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the speaker are •
connected properly.
Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.•
If there is no sound coming from the center speaker:Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker setup procedure to make sure that the center speaker •
You can find additional troubleshooting information in the FAQs link on the Support page at www.harmankardon.com.
has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned all the way down.
Make sure that all wires and connections between the receiver/amplifier and the center speaker •
are connected properly.
Make sure the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.•
If your receiver is operating in Dolby•
set to Phantom.
®
Pro Logic® mode, make sure that the center speaker is not
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Specifications
HKTS 60BQ/230 System
Frequency Response45Hz – 20kHz (-6dB)
SAT-TS60 Satellites
Recommended Power20 ~ 150 watts
Impedance 8 ohms nominal
Sensitivity 83dB @ 2.83V/1 meter
Tweeter One 1" (25mm) CMMD Lite dome, video-shielded