Harman Kardon HKTS 200/230 SUB, HKTS 210/230 SUB Service Manual

CONTENTS

HKTS 200SUB rear panel connections 2

HKTS 200SUB PARTS LIST 8

harman/kardon Service Manual

HKTS 200/230 SUB
HKTS 210/230 SUB

Active subwoofer s.
Part of systems HKTS 20, HKTS 30 and HKTS 60 and
more.
Also sold separately.

HKTS 210SUB rear panel connections 3
HKTS 210SUB operation 4
TROUBLESHOOTING HKTS s yst em 5
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6
HKTS 200SUB EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS 7

Released EU2011 Harman Consumer Group, Inc. Rev 2, 04/2011
8500 Balboa Boulevard
Northridge, California 91329

HKTS 200SUB SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM 9
HKTS 210SUB EXPLODED VIEW/PARTS 10
HKTS 210SUB PARTS LIST 11
HKTS 210SUB SEMICONDUCTOR PINOUT 12
HKTS 210SUB SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS 13-18

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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.

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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

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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:

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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.

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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

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is in.

turn off after the trigger signal ceases. (This will occur even when the Power On

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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-

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Level L/R In Connectors

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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.

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• 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

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Power On Mode Switch

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Power Cord (Non-Detachable):

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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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HKTS 210SUB Rear-Panel
Connections

HKTS 210SUB Rear-Panel Connections, Color-Coding System

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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.

switch 8 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 switch 2 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

: If this switch is set in the

When the LED glows white, the • HKTS 210SUB is turned on.
When the LED is not illuminated, the • HKTS 210SUB is in standby mode.

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is set to

OFF

: Use this control to adjust the HKTS 210SUB’s volume.

: When this switch is in the “Normal” setting, the input signal

: Use the mini-plug of the supplied combination LFE and

AUTO

OFF

for normal low-frequency

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
connectors 7 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 Position Wire Color Band

Front Left White
Front Right Red
Center Green
Surround Left Blue
Surround Right Gray
Subwoofer Purple

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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 Switch 2.

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.

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is set to

AUTO

, the HKTS 210SUB will

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is set to ON, the HKTS 210SUB will remain on

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is connected to a trigger-voltage source, the

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should be left in the

NORMAL

to the

position,

OFF

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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.

Problem Solution

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 Response 45Hz – 20kHz (-6dB)

SAT-TS60 Satellites

Recommended Power 20 ~ 150 watts

Impedance 8 ohms nominal

Sensitivity 83dB @ 2.83V/1 meter

Tweeter One 1" (25mm) CMMD Lite dome, video-shielded

Midrange Dual 3" (75mm) flat-diaphragm drivers, video-shielded

Dimensions – including stands
(H x W x D)

Weight 1.5 kg (3.4 lb)

CEN-TS60

Recommended Power 20 ~ 150 watts

Impedance 8 ohms nominal

Sensitivity 83dB @ 2.83V/1 meter

Tweeter One 1" (25mm) CMMD Lite dome, video-shielded

Midrange Dual 3" (75mm) flat-diaphragm drivers, video-shielded

Dimensions (H x W x D) 110mm x 272mm x 88mm

Weight 1.5kg (3.3 lb)

299mm x 110mm x 88mm
(11-25/32" x 4-11/32"x 3-15/32")

(4-11/32" x 10-11/32" x 3-15/32" )

Specifications

HKTS 210SUB Subwoofer

Power requirement AC 100–120V, 50/60 Hz, 200W (USA)

AC 220–240V, 50/60 Hz, 200W (EU)

Amplifier Power 200 watts RMS

Woofer 8" (200mm) woofer, sealed enclosure

External Trigger Input Voltage 3 ~ 30 volts AC/DC

Dimensions (H x W x D) 353mm x 267mm x 267mm

Weight 9.0 kg (19.8 lb)

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(13-29/32" x 10-1/2" x 10-1/2")