Harman kardon HS 100 User Manual
HS 100
INTEGRATED HOME THEATER SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Power for the Digital Revolution.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Introduction
4 Safety Information
4 Unpacking
5 Front-Panel Controls
6 Front-Panel Display
7 Rear-Panel Connections
8 Remote Control
Installation and Connections
10 Installation and Connections
10 Speaker Placement
10 Main Speaker Connections
11 Subwoofer Placement and Connection
11 Audio Equipment Connections
11 Video Equipment Connections
11 System Connections
11 Connecting the AC Power
System Setup
12 System Setup
12 System Defaults
12 Setup Menu
12 System Settings
12 Display Language
12 Preferred Subtitle Language
12 Panel Time-Out
12 Status Bar Time-Out
12 Parental Control
13 Disc Recognition
13 PBC Support
13 Screen Saver
13 Audio Setup Menu
13 Preferred Audio Language
13 Dynamic Range
13 Delay Unit
13 Tone Control
13 Bass Level
13 Treble Level
13 DVD Sound Mode
14 Audio Adjustment
14 Delay
14 Output Level Adjustment
14 Video Setting
14 Aspect Ratio
14 Scan Type
15 Video Mode
15 Video Adjustments Menu
15 Test Screen
15 TV Picture Adjustment with Test Screen
15 Brightness Adjustment
15 Contrast Adjustment
16 Color and Tint Adjustment
Terminology and DVD Basics
17 Terminology
17 DVD Basics
Playback Basics for All Formats
18 Loading Discs
18 Playback Features for DVD and CD Discs
Basic Operation
19 Basic Operation
19 Surround Modes
Playing DVDs and CDs
20 Using the On-Screen Status Display
20 Terminology
20 Selecting a Title
20 Selecting a Group
20 Selecting a Chapter
20 Selecting a Track
Typographical Conventions
In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel connections, certain
conventions have been used.
EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel
connection jack
EXAMPLE – (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display
1
– (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control
0
– (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection
0
– (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote
A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator on the front-panel display
å – (letter in a circle) indicates a section of an on-screen display
Please register your HS 100 by visiting our Web site at www.harmankardon.com. At the same time, you may choose
to be notified about our new products and special promotions. Note that you will need the serial number shown on
the rear panel of your HS 100 to complete the registration process.
20 Changing the Time Display
21 Selecting or Changing Subtitles
21 Selecting an Angle
21 Repeat Play
21 Information Display
DVD Playback
22 Using a DVD’s Menu
22 Important Notes on DVD Playback
22 Zoom Feature
22 Playback Resume Feature
MP3, WMA* and JPEG Playback
23 MP3, WMA and JPEG Playback
23 Slide Shows
VCD Playback
24 VCD Playback
24 Playback Control
Using the Player Menu
25 Using the Player Menu
25 Disc Info Menu
25 Programmed Playback
26 Notes on Programmed Playback
Tuner Operation
27 Tuner Operation
27 Entering Presets
27 Selecting Presets
28 RDS Information
28 Surround Mode
TV Menu, AUX Menu, Digital In Menu
29 TV Menu
29 Audio
29 Level Adjustment
29 AUX Menu
29 Audio
29 Level Adjustment
29 Digital In Menu
29 Digital Input
30 Audio
30 Level Adjustment
30 Surround Modes
DVD Language Codes
31 Language Codes
Troubleshooting
32 Troubleshooting
Specifications
33 Specifications
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION 3
Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon®!
With the purchase of a Harman Kardon HS 100, you
are about to begin many years of home theater enjoyment. Designed to provide the usual excitement of
movies and every nuance of musical selections, the
HS 100 is truly a complete home theater system for
the new millennium.
The HS 100 has been engineered to make it easy to
take advantage of the power of its digital technology.
To obtain the maximum enjoyment from your new system, we urge you to read this manual. A few minutes
spent learning the functions of the various controls
will enable you to take advantage of everything the
HS 100 is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or
custom installer. They are your best local sources of
information.
Description and Features
The HS 100 is among the most versatile home cinema
systems available, incorporating an audio video controller, with built-in DVD-Audio/Video player, a powerful
amplifier and a complete 5.1 loudspeaker system in
one complete system solution. In addition to Dolby
Digital and DTS decoding for digital sources, the Dolby
Pro Logic II mode for Matrix surround-encoded or
Stereo recordings is available for use with sources such
as CD, VCR, TV broadcasts and the system’s own
FM/AM tuner.
To enable you to get the maximum quality from DVDs,
the HS 100 is equipped with the latest in design
techniques, including advanced 10-bit video digitalto-analog converters (DAC) and video (composite),
S-video and component video outputs, to ensure that
you get all the quality inherent in today’s DVD medium.
For optimum playback with compatible digital display
devices, the HS 100 is equipped with progressive
component video outputs.
A wide range of features makes it easy to program an
evening’s entertainment. When playing DVDs, easy-tounderstand on-screen menus and icons make it simple
to change languages, soundtracks, subtitles or aspect
ratio, while a parental-lock function enables you to
control which discs may be viewed by younger
members of the household.
Disc Formats Supported by This Player
The unit can play the following disc formats in both
5-inch (12cm) and 3-inch (8cm) sizes:
• DVD-Audio
• DVD
• DVD-R
• DVD-RW
• DVD+R
• DVD+RW
• CD
• CD-R
• CD-RW
• VCD
• SVCD
NOTE: Due to differences in the format of certain
discs, it is possible that some discs may include a mix
of features that are not compatible with the HS 100.
Similarly, although the HS 100 is capable of a wide
range of features, not all discs include every capability
of the DVD system. For example, although the HS 100
is compatible with multi-angle discs, that feature is only
possible when the disc is specially encoded for multiple-angle play. In addition, the HS 100 is capable of
playing back both Dolby Digital and DTS soundtracks,
but the number and types of tracks available will vary
from disc to disc. To make certain that a specific feature or soundtrack option is available, please check the
options noted on the disc jacket.
■ Playback capability for CD-R, CD-RW, WMA, JPEG,
MP3, VCD/SVCD, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW and
DVD+RW discs may vary with the quality of the disc
and the recorder used to create the disc.
Upgradeability
The “firmware” controlling the functionality of the
HS 100 is upgradeable. In the event of future improvements to its operations and features, it will be possible
to use special CD-ROM discs to upgrade your system.
Features
■ Plays a Wide Range of Video and Audio
Formats, Including DVD-Video Discs,VCD,
Standard CD Audio Discs, CD-R/RW,
DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, Windows Media
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Discs and MP3 Discs
■ DVD-Audio Playback for Expanded Dynamic
Range and Improved Realism
■ High-Quality Video Playback 10-Bit DACs,
Progressive Scan and Component Video
Outputs
■ Easy-to-Use On-Screen Navigation System
■ Playback of MP3 and Windows
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WMA Audio
Discs and JPEG Image Files
■ Simultaneous Playback of MP3 and JPEG files
■ Extensive Programming Capability for Audio
and Video Discs
■ Parental Lock Controls Prevent Unauthorized
Viewing of Restricted Movies
■ Multiple Options for Language, Soundtrack and
Subtitle Selection
■ Multiple-Angle Capabilities With Specially
Encoded DVD Discs
■ On-Screen Menu and Display System
IMPORTANT NOTES:
This manual should be read in conjunction with the
owner’s manual of the accompanying loudspeaker system. The instructions found therein should be followed
with respect to loudspeaker operation and safety.
Use the HS 100 controller only with the loudspeaker
system supplied. Failure to do so may cause damage
to either the controller or the loudspeakers and may
invalidate the warranty.
This system was designed to provide you with many
years of reliable operation with a minimum of care and
maintenance. If you experience any problems with the
setup or operation of this system, please review the
Troubleshooting Guide at the end of this manual before
you contact your authorized Harman Kardon dealer.
NOTE: This player is designed and manufactured for
compatibility with Region Management Information that
is encoded on most DVD discs. This player is designed
only for playback of discs with Region Code 1, or for
discs that do not contain Region Code information. If
there is any other Region Code on a disc, that disc will
not play on the DVD.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
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Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
Your HS 100 has been designed for use with
110–240-volt AC current and the line cord and plug
are specifically designed for 120-volt applications.
Connection to a line voltage other than that for which
it is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and
may damage the unit.
If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model, or about the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before
plugging the unit into a wall outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
We do not recommend that extension cords be used
with this product. As with all electrical devices, do not
run power cords under rugs or carpets or place heavy
objects on them. Damaged power cords should be
replaced immediately by an authorized service center
with cords meeting factory specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an AC outlet, always pull the plug; never pull the cord. If you do
not intend to use the unit for any considerable length
of time, disconnect the plug from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components inside this
product. Opening the cabinet may present a shock
hazard, and any modification to the product will void
your guarantee. If water or any metal object such as a
paper clip, wire or staple accidentally falls inside the
unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately, and consult an authorized service center.
Installation Location
■ To ensure proper operation, and to avoid the
potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm
and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf,
be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.
■ Make certain that proper space is provided both
above and below the unit for ventilation. If this
product will be installed in a cabinet or other
enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient
air movement within the cabinet.
■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted
surface.
■ Avoid moist or humid locations.
■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations,
or an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or
heating equipment.
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the sides of
the unit, or place objects on top of the unit.
■ There is the remote possibility that the rubber
padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave
marks on certain wood or veneer materials. Use
caution when placing the unit on soft woods or
other materials that may be damaged by heat or
heavy objects.
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty, gently wipe it with a clean,
soft, dry cloth. If necessary, first unplug the unit from
its AC power source and then wipe it with a soft cloth
dampened with mild soapy water, followed by a fresh
cloth with clean water. Wipe immediately with a dry
cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner,
alcohol or any volatile cleaning agent. Do not use
abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of
metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.
Unpacking
The carton and shipping materials used to protect your
new receiver during shipment were specially designed
to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest
that you save the carton and packing materials for use
in shipping if you move, or should the unit ever need
repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may
wish to flatten it. This is done by carefully slitting the
tape seams on the bottom, and collapsing the carton
down to a more two-dimensional appearance. Other
cardboard inserts may be stored in the same manner.
Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be
saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the packaging materials,
please note that the carton and other sections of the
shipping protection are recyclable. Please respect the
environment and discard those materials at a local
recycling center.
Remove Front-Panel Protective Film
In order to protect the lens covering the front panel of
your new HS 100, it is shipped from the factory covered by a protective plastic film. Before using the unit,
remove this film by grabbing one corner and gently
peeling back the plastic sheet. Note that the film must
be removed for proper operation of the remote control.
Moving the Unit
Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any
interconnection cords with other components, and
make certain that you disconnect the unit from the
AC outlet.
IMPORTANT NOTE: To avoid damage to the HS 100
that may not be covered by the warranty, be certain
that the disc is removed from the unit before it is
moved. Once the HS 100 is installed, a disc may be
left in the unit when it is turned off, but the unit should
NEVER be moved with a disc left in the disc tray.
Important Information for the User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. The limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment gener-
ates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy
and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communication. However, there is no guarantee that
harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
■ Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause this unit
to fail to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION: The HS 100 uses a laser system. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not open
the cabinet enclosure or defeat any of the safety
mechanisms provided for your protection. DO NOT
STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM. To ensure proper use
of this product, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully and retain it for future use. Should the unit require
maintenance or repair, please contact your local
Harman Kardon service center. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
FRONT-PANEL CONTROLSFRONT-PANEL CONTROLS
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NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product
at www.harmankardon.com.
Power On/Off (Standby): When the HS 100
is connected to AC power, the ring around this button
will glow amber, indicating that the unit is in Standby
and is ready to be turned on. Press this button (or the
Power On Button 0 on the remote control) to turn
the unit on. When the unit is on, the amber illumination
around the button turns blue and the lighting surrounding the Volume Control A will turn blue.
1
Open/Close: Press this button to open or close
the Disc Tray.
2
Skip (Previous): Press this button to move
backward through the music tracks on a CD or the
chapters on a DVD.
3
Skip (Next): Press to move forward through the
music tracks on a CD or the chapters on a DVD.
4
Play/Pause: Press to initiate playback or to
momentarily pause playback. To resume playback,
press the button again. If a DVD is playing, action will
freeze and a still picture will be displayed when the
button is pressed.
5
Stop: Press this button once to place the disc in
the Resume mode, which means that playback will
stop; but as long as the tray is not opened, DVD playback will continue from the same point on the disc
when the Play button is pressed again. Resume will
also work if the unit was turned off. When this button
is pressed twice, playback of the disc will restart at
the beginning of the disc.
6
Source: Press this button repeatedly to scroll
through the available audio and video sources.
7
Headphone Jack: This jack may be used to listen
to the system’s output through a pair of headphones
with a standard 3.5mm stereo mini plug. Note that the
main room speakers will automatically be turned off
when the headphone jack is in use.
8
Information Display: This display delivers mes-
sages and status indications to help you operate the
HS 100 controller.
9 Remote Sensor: The infrared sensor that
receives commands from the remote control is behind
the front-panel lens in this area. To ensure proper
operation of the HS 100, it is important that this area
is not blocked or covered.
A
Volume Control: Turn this knob clockwise to
increase the volume, counterclockwise to decrease the
volume. If the HS 100 is muted, adjusting the volume
control will automatically release the unit from the
silenced condition.
B Disc Drawer: This drawer holds the discs played
in the HS 100. Be certain to properly seat all discs
carefully in the recess in the drawer tray. Do not
press down on the drawer when it is open, as this
will damage the player.
Power On/Off (Standby)
1
Open/Close
2
Skip (Previous)
3
Skip (Next)
4
Play/Pause
5
Stop
6
Source
7
Headphone Jack
8
Information Display
9
Remote Sensor
A
Volume Control
B
Disc Drawer
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A Disc Type Indicators
B Program Indicator
C Random Indicator
D VCD Playback Control Indicator
E Repeat Indicators
F Time Indicators
G A-B Repeat Indicator
H Angle Indicator
I Progressive Scan Indicator
J Parental Lock Indicator
K Test Indicator
L Source Indicators
M Playback-Mode Indicators
N Title Indicators
O Chapter/Track Number Indicators
A
Disc Type Indicators: The CD, DVD or DVD-Audio
indicator will light to show the type of disc currently
being played.
B Program Indicator: This indicator lights when the
programming functions are in use.
C Random Indicator: This indicator lights when the
unit is in the Random Play mode.
D VCD Playback Control Indicator: This indicator
lights when the playback control function is turned on
with VCDs.
E Repeat Indicators: These indicators light when
any of the Repeat functions are in use.
NOTE: In addition to functioning individually to display
information about DVD, DVD-Audio or CD discs, the
NOF indicators also are used together as a group
to display information messages about the status of
the HS 100, such as the selected input’s name and
surround mode, the station playing when the tuner
is in use and specific function messages when a
DVD, DVD-Audio or CD disc is playing (such as
Reading when the disc is loading).
F Time Indicators: These positions in the indicator
will show the running time of a DVD in play. When a
CD is playing, these indicators will show the current
track time, time remaining in the current track, or the
total remaining time on the disc.
G A-B Repeat Indicator: This indicator lights when
a specific passage for repeat playback has been
selected.
H Angle Indicator: This indicator blinks when alter-
nate viewing angles are available on the DVD currently
playing.
I Progressive Scan Indicator: This indicator lights
when the unit sends out a progressive scan signal.
J Parental Lock Indicator: This indicator lights
when the parental lock system is engaged in order to
prevent anyone from changing the rating level without
a code.
K Test Indicator: This indicator lights when the TV
test screen is activated.
L Source Indicators: These indicators will light to
show which source is currently selected.
M Playback-Mode Indicators: These indicators light
to show the current playback mode:
N
Lights when a disc is playing in the normal mode.
NNN
When the HS 100 is in the Fast Search play
mode, two or three of these indicators will light to
show that the unit is in a Fast Play mode, depending
on the speed.
1
Lights when the disc is paused.
‹‹‹
Lights when the disc is in the Fast Search
Reverse mode. Two or three of these indicators will
light to show that the unit is in a Fast Play mode,
depending on the speed.
N Title Indicators: These two positions in the dis-
play will show the current title number when a DVD
disc is playing.
O Chapter/Track Number Indicators: When a
DVD disc is playing, these two positions in the display
will show the current chapter. When a CD is playing,
they will show the current track number.
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REAR-PANEL CONNECTIONS
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Center Speaker Outputs
1
Front Speaker Outputs
2
Surround Speaker Outputs
3
Subwoofer Output
4
Optical Digital Input
5
Coaxial Digital Input
6
Analog Audio Outputs
7
Analog Audio In
8
Composite Video Output
9
S-Video Output
A
Component Video Outputs
B
TV Audio In
C
AC Power Cord Jack
D
FM Antenna
E
AM Antenna
NOTE: To make it easier to follow the instructions that refer to this illustration, a larger copy may be downloaded from the Product Support section for this product
at www.harmankardon.com.
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Center Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs
to the matching + and – terminals on your center
channel speaker. The Green terminal is the positive (+)
terminal that should be connected to the Red (+) terminal on the speakers. Connect the Black (–) terminal
on the HS 100 to the Black negative (–) terminal on
your speaker. (See page 12 for more information on
speaker polarity.)
1
Front Speaker Outputs: Connect these outputs
to the matching + or – terminals on your left and right
speakers. The White terminal is the positive (+) terminal
that should be connected to the Red (+) terminal on
Front Left speaker, while the Red terminal is the positive
(+) terminal that should be connected to the Red (+)
terminal on Front Right speaker. Connect the Black (–)
terminals on the HS 100 to the Black (–) terminals on
the speakers. See page 11 for more information on
speaker polarity.
2
Surround Speaker Outputs: Connect these out-
puts to the matching + and – terminals on your surround channel speakers. The Blue terminal is the positive (+) terminal that should be connected to the Red
(+) terminal on the Surround Left speaker, while the
Gray terminal should be connected to the Red (+)
terminal on the Surround Right speaker. Connect the
Black (–) terminal on the HS 100 to the matching
Black negative (–) terminals for each surround speaker.
(See page 11 for more information on speaker
polarity.)
NOTE: You’ll find more details about all Audio/Video
connections under Setup and Connections on the
following pages.
3
Subwoofer Output: Connect to the SUB/LFE input
on the subwoofer.
4
Optical Digital Input: Connect the optical digital
output from an HDTV receiver, LD player, MD player,
satellite receiver or CD player to this jack. The signal
may be a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard
PCM digital source.
5
Coaxial Digital Input: Connect the coax digital
output from an HDTV receiver, LD player, MD player,
satellite receiver or CD player to this jack. The signal
may be a Dolby Digital signal, DTS signal or a standard
PCM digital source. Do not connect the RF digital output of an LD player to these jacks.
6
Analog Audio Outputs: Connect these jacks to
the Record/Input jacks of an audio recorder for
recording.
7
Analog Audio In: Connect to the output of a
line-level analog audio source: TV, tape player,
Minidisc, PC, etc.
8
Composite Video Output: Connect this jack to the
video input on a television or video projector.
9
S-Video Output: Connect this jack to the S-video
input on a television or video projector.
A
Component Video Outputs: These outputs carry
the component video signals for connection to display
monitors with component video inputs. For standard
analog TVs or projectors with inputs marked Y/Pr/Pb or
Y/Cr/Cb, connect these outputs to the corresponding
inputs. If you have a high-definition television or projector that is compatible with high-scan-rate progressive
video, connect these jacks to the “HD Component”
inputs. Note that if you are using a progressive scan
display device, then “Progressive” must be selected in
the Video Setup menu in order to take advantage of the
progressive scan circuitry. See page 14 for more information on progressive scan video.
IMPORTANT: These jacks should NOT be connected to
standard composite video inputs.
B TV Audio In: Connect the analog left/right outputs
of a cable TV set-top, satellite receiver, or the analog
left/right stereo outputs from a video display with integrated digital tuner to these jacks.
C
AC Power Cord: Connect the AC power cord to
this jack when the installation is complete. To ensure
safe operation, use only the power cord supplied with
the unit. If a replacement is required, it must be of the
same type and capacity.
D
FM Antenna Jack: Connect to the supplied FM
antenna.
E AM Antenna: Connect the AM loop antenna sup-
plied with the receiver to these terminals with the white
wire connected to the “AM” terminal and the black wire
connected to the “GND” terminal. If an external AM
antenna is used, make connections to the AM and GND
terminals in accordance with the instructions supplied
with the antenna.
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REMOTE CONTROL
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Power On
1
Transmit Indicator
2
Radio
3
Player
4
Repeat
5
Playlist
6
Display
7
Pic +/Pic –
8
Subtitle
9
Open/Close
A
Navigation Buttons
B
Status
C
Numeric Keys
D
Search/Slow Reverse
E
Title
F
Skip/Step (Previous)
G
Skip/Step (Next)
H
Pause
I
STOP
J
Search/Slow Forward
K
Play
L
Angle
M
Zoom
N
Clear
O
OSD
P
Enter
Q
Disc Menu
Audio
Volume Control
A-B Repeat
Random
Digital In
AUX
TV
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Power Off
IR Transmitter Window
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REMOTE CONTROL
0
Power On: Press this button to turn the HS 100
on when it is in Standby mode.
1 Transmit Indicator: This LED will light red when
any button is pressed to confirm that the remote code
is being transmitted.
2
Radio: Press this button to select the internal
tuner as the input source. When the tuner is in use,
press this button to switch between the AM and FM
frequency bands.
3
Player: Press this button to select the internal
CD/DVD drive as the input source.
4
Repeat: Press this button to go to the Repeat
menu. You can repeat a chapter, track or the
entire disc.
5
Playlist: Press this button to change the playback
order of the disc.
6
Display: Press this button to change the bright-
ness of the front-panel display or to turn the display off
completely in the following order: FULL BRIGHTNESS
➜ HALF BRIGHTNESS ➜ OFF ➜ FULL BRIGHTNESS.
7
Pic +/Pic –: Press these buttons to move to the
previous or next image when viewing JPEG images.
8
Subtitle: When a DVD is playing, press this but-
ton to select a subtitle language or to turn subtitles off.
9
Open/Close: Press this button to open or close
the disc tray.
A
Navigation Buttons (M/N/K/L): Press
these buttons to move the cursor in the OSD.
B
Status: Press this button while a disc is play-
ing to view the banner display. Use the Navigation
Buttons
A
to move through the different features in
the banner display. When a symbol is highlighted, press
the Enter Button P on the remote to select it.
C
Numeric Keys: Press this button to select
numbers.
D
Search/Slow (Rev.): Allows you to search in
reverse through a disc while it is in Play mode. Each
time you press this button, the search speed changes
as indicated by a number of arrows on the right top of
your screen. After pressing the Pause Button H
and then pressing this button, each press will change
the slow-play speed as indicated by the number of
arrows on the right top of the screen.
E
Title: When a disc is playing, press this button to
go back to the first section of the disc.
F
Skip/Step (Previous): Press this button to go
to the beginning of the current track. Press it again
quickly to go to the beginning of the previous track.
After pressing the Pause Button H, each press
of this button will move the image in reverse, frame
by frame.
G
Skip/Step (Next): Press this button to go to the
beginning of the next track. After pressing the Pause
Button H, each press of this button will move the
image forward, frame by frame.
H
Pause: Press this button to freeze a picture (with
DVD/VCD) or pause playback (CD). Press it again for
normal playback.
I
Stop: Press this button to stop a disc. When a
disc is playing, if you press STOP and the Play Button
K
, the disc will resume play; i.e., it will start from the
same point on the disc where the unit was stopped.
If you press STOP twice and the Play Button
K
,
the disc will start from the beginning.
J
Search/Slow (Fwd.): Press this button to search
forward through a disc while it is in Play mode. Each
time you press this button, the search speed changes,
as indicated by a number of arrows on the right top of
your screen. After pressing the Pause Button H
and then pressing this button, each press of this button
will change the slow-play speed, as indicated by the
number of arrows on the right top of the screen.
K
Play: Press this button to begin playback of a
disc. If the disc drawer is open, pressing this button will
also close the drawer automatically.
L
Angle: Press this button to access various cam-
era angles on a DVD (if the DVD contains multiple
camera angles) or to rotate JPEG images.
M
Zoom: When a DVD or VCD is playing, press this
button to zoom the picture. There are four steps to the
zoom function, each progressively larger. Press through
each of the zoom stages to return to a normal picture.
N
Clear: Press this button to remove the Banner
menu from the screen.
O
OSD: Press this button to access the On-Screen
Display menu.
P
Enter: Press this button to activate a setting or
option.
Q
Disc Menu: Press this button to display the
actual DVD Disc menu on the TV screen in Play mode.
When playing discs with JPEG images, pressing this
button will access the thumbnails.
Audio: Press this button to access various audio
languages on a DVD (if the DVD contains multiple
audio streams).
Volume (+ or –): Increase/decrease the master
volume level.
A-B: Press this button to select section A-B and to
play repeatedly.
Random: Press this button for Random playback
in random order.
Digital In: Press this button to selects the audio
device connected to either digital audio input as the
input source.
AUX: Press this button to select the device con-
nected to the Audio In Jacks 7 as the input
source.
TV: Press this button to select the device con-
nected to the TV In Audio Jacks
B
as the input
source.
Mute: Press this button to mute the sound.
Press the button again, or press either of the Volume
Control Buttons
, to return to normal audio
output.
Power Off: Press this button to place the
HS 100 in the Standby mode.
IR Transmitter Window: Point this window
toward the HS 100 when pressing buttons on the
remote to make certain that the infrared commands
are properly received.
10 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
Installation and Connections
After unpacking the HS 100 controller unit and the
speakers, the first step is to place each speaker and
the HS 100 controller unit in its location in your listening room. Consult the separate owner’s manual packed
with the speaker system for detailed information on
physical mounting of the speakers.
When making any connections between speakers and
the HS 100, as well as between the HS 100 and other
audio/video components, it is important that both the
HS 100 and external components be turned off,
preferably with the power removed from the AC outlet.
This protects against accidental turn-on that might
cause damage not covered by the products’ warranty.
When placing any speaker or the controller, make certain that it is on a solid surface capable of supporting
its weight, and make certain that there is a means for
connecting cables or speaker wires to reach through
the back of any cabinets or shelves to the components
they are connected to. As important, please note that
due to the weight of the speaker cabinets, particularly
the subwoofer, and the weight of and heat generated
by the HS 100 controller, there is the remote possibility
that the rubber padding on the bottom of the feet of
the system components may leave marks on certain
soft woods, wood veneers or carpets. Always use caution when placing any speaker or electronic component
on a material that is soft or porous, or of a significantly
different color than the feet or rubber padding on the
component.
Speaker Placement
It is important that the speakers be placed in positions
that enable them to do the best job of reproducing the
sound as it was meant to be heard, regardless of the
program content. Particularly in a multichannel 5.1 system, the placement of speakers can have a noticeable
impact on the accuracy of the surround process.
When placing your speakers in a listening room, picture an imaginary circle starting at the center of your
video screen that arcs around the room with the prime
listening position, or “sweet spot” at the center of the
circle. Depending on the number of speakers in your
system, there is a recommended placement along the
arc for each speaker, though the specific construction
of your room (taking into account the available walls,
bookcases, or floor space at which the speakers may
be placed) will obviously have some impact on where
the speakers are ultimately located. As a general rule,
try to place all speakers so that they are positioned at
the same height as your ears when you are seated at
the prime listening position.
Use the following suggestions as a guide, and make
the changes needed to fit the speakers to your room.
Don’t be afraid to experiment a bit until you find the
right combination of locations that works for you. There
is no real “right” or “wrong” place to put the speakers;
work to optimize their locations so that audio moves
across the front of the room smoothly, without seeming
to jump from one speaker to another.
Center Channel Speaker
The ideal location for the center channel speaker is at
“0 degrees” in our circle, directly in front of the prime
listening position. Place the center channel speaker as
close to the top (or bottom) of the video screen as
possible so that when you position the front left/right
speakers the tweeters of all three front channel speakers are within 24" of one another.
Front Left/Right Speakers
The recommended placement for front left/right speakers is to place them at the 30-degree position with reference to the center channel speaker. The distance
between them should be about the same as the distance from the center channel speaker to the prime
listening position.
Although the natural tendency is to place the speakers
so they are parallel to the wall behind them, and thus in
line with the video screen, the preferred placement is
to angle the speakers slightly (“toe in”) so that they
point to the prime listening position.
Surround Speakers
In a 5.1 surround system, an additional pair of left/right
speakers is added to the front left, right and center
speakers. Although many believe that these speakers
should be placed at the rear of the room, the preferred
position for them is at the sides of the room, with rear
placement a second option when room conditions prevent the use of side-mounted surround speakers.
When side-wall mounting is possible, place the left/right
surround speakers at a point that is 110 degrees along
our circle from the center of the video screen. This
translates to placing them to the side and slightly
behind your preferred listening position. If possible,
angle the speakers in slightly so that they are pointing
toward the listener’s ears.
If it is not possible to place the surround speakers at
the sides of the room, the alternate position is at the
back of the room, about 150 degrees on our circle
from the center of the video screen. Another way to
spot the optimal, alternate rear-wall mounting position is
to place the left surround speaker on the back wall so
that it points directly at the front right speaker, and to
have the right surround speaker point directly at the
front left speaker. If possible aim the surround speakers
so that they point “in” toward the listening area, rather
than perpendicular to the walls.
NOTES ON SPEAKER PLACEMENT:
The limitations of your listening room, including the
placement of walls and furniture, may make it difficult
to follow the speaker placement suggestions shown
above. Depending on the specific layout of the room,
here are some ways to compensate for unusual
conditions:
• Try to follow the suggested placement, but move
the speakers within a few feet from the preferred
locations.
• Regardless of where they are placed, always try to
make certain that the main surround speakers are
the same distance from the front speakers. (For
example, try not to have the right surround speaker
further back into the room than the left surround
speaker.)
• If it is not possible to wall-mount or place speakers
on a shelf, consider the use of optional floor stands.
Main Speaker Connections
Once you have placed your left, center, right and surround speakers in the listening room, use the speaker
wire supplied with the HKTS 7 speaker system to connect the individual speakers to the rear panel of the
HS 100. Follow the instructions in the HKTS 7 owner’s
manual concerning connection of the speaker wire to
the back of each of the main speakers.
To simplify installation, the speaker wire included with
the HKTS 7 has a color marking tab at each end of the
wire to indicate the channel the wire’s speaker is connected to. When connecting the wire to the speakers,
we strongly recommend that you connect the wire in
con
formance with this color code, as it then makes it
easier
to match the color code for the speaker termi-
nals on the HS 100.
The color coding is as shown below:
Speaker Position Cable Color Code
Front Left White
Center Green
Front Right Red
Surround Right Gray
Surround Left Blue
If you wish to shorten the length of the speaker wires,
a set of colored stickers is included with the HKTS 7
owner’s manual. For consistency, apply the tab to the
Video Screen
Center Speaker
30° 30°
Front Right
Speaker
110 °
Side Surround
Right Speaker
Side Surround
Left Speaker
Front Left
Speaker
110 °
Alternate position for surround positions
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS 11
INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
side of the cable pair that has a white stripe. The
speaker wires are not only color-coded for channel
identification; they are also color-coded for polarity.
Since proper polarity is important for system performance, note that the side of each cable pair with the
white stripe and color tab is the positive side, and the
pure black side of the cable pair is the negative. When
connecting the cables to the speakers, the red speaker
terminal is positive (+), and should be connected to the
side of the wire with the white stripe and color tab. The
pure black side of the cable, where there is no color
tab, is negative and should be connected to the black
speaker terminal.
Once the wires are connected at the speaker end, connect each speaker to the rear panel of the HS 100.
The color-coding on the speaker wire connectors
makes it easy to make the connections properly.
The positive (+) connection for the Front Speaker
Connections 1 are white for left and red for
white, positive connection for the Center Speaker
Connection 0 is green, and the positive connections
for the Surround Speakers 2 are blue for left and
gray for left. In each case, the corresponding black side
of each speaker cable is the negative (–) connection
and goes to the matching black terminal for the
speaker.
Subwoofer Placement and Connection
Since subwoofers produce nondirectional sound, they
may be placed almost anywhere in a room. Actual
placement should be based on room size and shape
and the type of subwoofer used. One method of finding the optimal location for a subwoofer is to begin by
placing it in the front of the room, about six inches
from a wall, or near the front corner of the room.
Another method is to temporarily place the subwoofer
at your normal listening position, and then walk around
the room until you find a spot where the subwoofer
sounds best. Place the subwoofer in that spot, or you
may wish to experiment with the best location for a
subwoofer in your listening room.
Using the audio interconnect packaged with the
HKTS 7 system, connect one end to the Subwoofer
Output 3 on the rear panel of the HS 100 and
connect the other end to the “SUB” input on the
subwoofer.
Audio Equipment Connections
Since the HS 100 is a complete integrated home theater system with an onboard DVD Audio/Video player
and tuner, you may not need to make any additional
audio equipment connections. However, if you have any
external audio components, they should be connected
as follows:
Products with digital audio outputs, such as an external
CD changer, set-top cable box, satellite receiver, video
game console, compatible computer sound card or
HDTV receiver may be connected to either the
Optical 4 or Coaxial 5 Digital inputs.
Connections to the analog audio output of a cable settop, satellite receiver, or the Left/Right analog output of
a TV set with built-in digital television tuner should be
connected to the TV Audio Inputs B.
You may connect the outputs of any other analog audio
device, such as a phono preamp, video game console,
camcorder, audio recorder or similar to the Analog
Audio Inputs 7. If you are connecting an audio
recorder to the HS 100, the record/in jacks on the
recording device should be connected to the Analog
Audio Outputs 6 on the HS 100.
Video Equipment Connections
Depending on the type of TV set or video display to be
used, connect the HS 100 to the display using one of
the following methods:
• If you have a high-definition, or “digital”, television,
connect the Component Video Outputs B to a
matching set of component inputs on the display.
• If your TV set has only S-video and standard,
composite video inputs, we recommend that the
S-Video Output 9 be used as the connection.
• When a standard, composite video input is all that is
available on the TV set for video input, connect the
Composite Video Output 8 to the TV.
System Connections
Connect the FM antenna supplied with the HS 100,
or an optional, external FM antenna feed to the FM
Antenna Jack D. If the antenna uses 300-ohm
twin-lead cable, you must use an optional 300-ohm to
75-ohm adaptor to make the connection. Assemble
the supplied AM loop antenna so that the tabs at the
bottom of the antenna loop snap into the holes in the
base. Connect the white wire to the “AM” terminal and
the black wire to the GND Terminals E.
Connect the AC power cord to the AC Power Cord
Jack C, and then plug the cord into an unswitched
AC outlet. Note that the ring surrounding the Power
On/Off switch will turn amber to indicate that the
HS 100 is connected to an AC power source and
in the Standby mode.
System Preparation
Remove the protective plastic film from the HS 100’s
front-panel lens. If left in place, this film may affect the
performance of the remote control.
Install the three supplied AAA batteries in the remote,
as shown below.
To remove the battery cover, place your thumb on the
round inset area on the door and gently press upward
until the door slides out. When inserting the batteries
be certain to follow the (+) and (–) polarity indications
that appear at the bottom of the battery compartment.
Replace the battery compartment cover by pressing it
down toward the bottom of the remote until it snaps
into place.
Connecting the AC Power
You are now ready to power up the HS 100 controller
before beginning the final adjustments.
1. Plug the AC power cord into the AC Power Cord
Jack
C
, and then into an unswitched AC outlet.
Note that the Power Indicator
1
will turn orange,
indicating that the unit is in the Standby mode.
2. Turn the HS 100 on either by pressing the Power
On/Off
1
or the Input Source Selector4on
the front panel, or via the remote by pressing the
Power On Button
0
on the remote. The Power
Indicator
1
will turn blue to confirm that the unit is
on, and the Main Information Display
will also
light up.
Congratulations! You have now completed the physical
installation and connection of your HS 100 system and
only a few configuration steps are needed to tailor the
way the HS 100 operates to meet your needs and the
requirements of your listening room. Please continue
with the steps on the following pages to make certain
that your new system delivers all the performance it
was designed to provide.
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