SB 10
Soundbar speaker system
Owners Manual
SB 10
Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions.1.
Keep these instructions.2.
Heed all warnings.3.
Follow all instructions.4.
Do not use this apparatus near water.5.
Clean only with a dry cloth.6.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.7.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.8.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding 9.
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.10.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.11.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. 12.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.13.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects 14.
have fallen into the apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.15.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.16.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.17.
Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.18.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH AN ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE,
IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE”
WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAYBE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTEA
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SEE MARKING ON BACK OF PRODUCT.
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has be en tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital dev ice, pursuant
to Part 15 of the F CC Rules. These limits are design ed to provide reasonable protection again st harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the inst ructions, may cause harmful inter ference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee th at 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 tr y to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. •
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. •
Connect the equipm ent 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. •
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO
THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.
FCC Caution:
To assure continued compl iance, any changes or modifications n ot expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION 4
DESCRIPTION AND FEATURES 4
INCLUDED ITEMS 5
SUBWOOFER REARPANEL CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS 6
SPEAKER PLACEMENT 7
Placing the Soundbar on a Table 7
Wall-Mounting the Soundbar 7
Placing the Subwoofer 7
CONNECTIONS 8
Soundbar Connections 8
Subwoofer Connections 8
OPERATION 10
ENGLISH
Turning the Subwoofer On and Off 10
Subwoofer Adjustments: Volume 10
Subwoofer Adjustments: Phase 10
Subwoofer Adjustments: Bass Boost 10
TROUBLESHOOTING 11
SPECIFICATIONS 12
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SB 10
Thank you for purchasing the harman kardon® SB 10 speaker system, with which you’re
about to begin many years of listening enjoyment. We've custom-designed the SB 10 to
provide 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 SB 10, connection and operation are simple.
To obtain maximum enjoyment from your new soundbar speaker system, we urge you to
take a few minutes to read through this manual. It will help ensure that the connections
you make 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
SB 10 is able to deliver.
If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please
contact the dealer from whom you purchased it. They would be your best local source of
information.
The SB 10 is a soundbar speaker system that includes:
A video-shielded, three-channel soundbar speaker with two-way left and right
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speakers and a two-way, dual-driver center-channel speaker
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A 200-watt powered subwoofer with an 8-inch woofer
Wall-mount brackets for the soundbar
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Three speakers cables for the soundbar and a LFE/trigger cable for the subwoofer
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The SB 10 soundbar contains the system’s left, center and right speakers. You can set the
soundbar on a table in front of your TV. The system includes hardware that makes it easy
to mount the soundbar on the wall next to a flat-panel TV.
The powered subwoofer’s 8-inch (203mm) woofer and built-in 200-watt amplifier
deliver all of a movie’s impact and excitement. It includes a volume control, bass
boost control and phase switch for fine-tuning bass response to suit your listening
environment, and an effic ient switching system that senses the presence of an audio
signal and automatically switches the subwoofer on.
harman kardon invented the high-fidelity receiver more than 50 years ago. With stateof-the-art features and time-honored circuit designs, the SB 10 will turn your TV into a
fun and exciting home theater.
Introduction/Description and Features
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Included Items
Included Items
One SB 10 three-channel soundbar speaker
One 200-watt subwoofer with 8" (200mm) low-frequency transducer
Two wall-mount brackets for the SB 10 soundbar
Three speaker cables: One with white color bands, one with green color bands and one
with red color bands.
One combination LFE/trigger cable
Important: If anything is missing, or if any part of your SB 10 system fails to operate
properly, contact your dealer immediately.
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Two rubber feet
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Subwoofer Rear-Panel Controls and Connections
Phase Switch
Bass Boost
Switch
Power On Mode
Switch
Subwoofer
Level Control
Input Mode Switch
External Trigger Input Connector
Line Level In LFE Connector
Subwoofer Rear-Panel Controls and Connections
Line Level In L/R Connectors
Power Switch
Power Cord
Phase Switch:
action moves in and out in phase with the speakers in the soundbar. If the subwoofer
were to play out of phase with the soundbar speakers, the sound waves from the
soundbar could cancel out some of the sound waves from the subwoofer, reducing bass
performance and sonic impact. This phenomenon depends in part on the placement of
the soundbar and subwoofer relative to each other in the room.
Bass Boost Switch:
performance. Set this switch to “Off” for normal low-frequency performance.
Power On Mode Switch:
the Power switch is set to “On,” HKTS 210SUB will automatically turn itself on when it
receives an audio signal. The subwoofer will enter the Standby mode when it has gone
without receiving an audio signal for about 15 minutes. When this switch is set in the
“On” position, the subwoofer will remain on whether or not it is receiving an a udio
signal.
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Subwoofer Level Control:
the knob clockwise to increase the volume; turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease
the volume.
Input Mode Switch:
the Line Level In L/R connectors is active. When this switch is in the “LFE” position, the
input signal from the Line Level In LFE connector is active.
This switch determines whether the HKTS 210SUB's driver’s piston-like
Set this switch to “On” to enhance the HKTS 210SUB's low-frequency
When this switch is set in the “Auto” position and when
When the LED glows blue, the
When the LED is off, the
is set to “Off,” the LED will not light up, no matter what setting the Power On Mode
switch is in.
When this switch is in the “Normal” position, the input signal from
HKTS 210SUB is in the On mode.
HKTS 210SUB is in Standby mode. When the Power switch
Use this control to adjust the HKTS 210SUB's volume. Turn
External Trigger Input Connector:
and trigger cable to connect the External Trigger Input connector to the trigger output of
another compatible component. Whenever the HKTS 210SUB's amplifier detects a trigger
signal between 3V and 30V (AC or DC) the amplifier will turn on. The amplifier will turn
off after the trigger signal ceases, even when the Power On Mode switch is in the “Auto”
position.
Line Level In LFE Connector:
internal low-pass crossover. When you’re connecting the subwoofer to the dedicated
subwoofer output of a receiver/processor that has its own low-pass crossover network,
use the Line Level In LFE connector and set the subwoofer’s Input Mode switch in the
“LFE” position.
Line Level In L/R Connectors:
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 In L/R connectors and set the Input
Mode switch in the “Normal” position. If your receiver/processor has only one subwoofer
output, you can use either the L or R connector.
Power Switch:
subwoofer will then be in either on or Standby mode, depending on the setting of the
Power On Mode switch.
Power Cord(non-detachable):
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
Use the mini-plug of the supplied combination LFE
The signal from this connector bypasses the subwoofer’s
The signals from these connectors pass through the
After you have made and verified all subwoofer and
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Speaker Placement
Speaker Placement
Pla cing the Soundbar on a Tab le
If your TV is placed on a table, you can place the soundbar on the table directly in front
of the TV stand, centered with the TV screen. Attach the supplied rubber feet to the
soundbar as shown in the illustration.
If your TV is located in an entertainment or media center, you can mount the soundbar in
a space directly above or below the TV.
Warning:
Do NOT place the soundbar directly on top of a TV or at the front of a table or
cabinet. It could roll forward and injure someone.
Wall-Mounting the Soundbar
If your TV is attached to a wall, you can use the included wall-mount brackets to mount
the soundbar on the wall directly below the TV screen.
Determine the location for the soundbar on the wall. Make sure that the top of 1.
the soundbar will not block your view of the TV screen when it is mounted on
the wall.
Mark the locations of the soundbar wall-mount bracket holes on the wall. The 2.
holes for the left and right brackets are spaced 600mm (23-5/8") apart. The
top and bottom holes for each bracket are spaced 25mm (1") apart. See the
illustration below.
Placing the Subwoofer
Since our ears cannot locate the source of sounds at the low frequencies that the
subwoofer produces, it will perform well from just about any location in your room.
However, you are likely to hear the strongest bass reproduction when you place the
subwoofer in a corner along the same wall as the soundbar.
SB 10 Soundbar
Subwoofer
Listening Position
You can determine the best location for the subwoofer 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.
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25mm
600mm
(not to scale)
NOTE: To ensure that the soundbar will be level, use a carpenter’s level, laser sight or
other device to help you determine that the two sets of holes are at exactly the same
height.
Attach the two wall-mount brackets to the wall at the locations you marked, using
hardware that is appropriate for the wall’s construction and materials. Note that the
soundbar weighs 3.67kg (8.1 lb). Be sure to use hardware that can support this weight.
After making all of the connections described in the Connections section, on page 8,
attach the soundbar to the brackets by sliding the slots in its rubber bumpers onto the
brackets’ vertical tabs.
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+–
+–
+–
FRONT
LEFT
+–
+–
SURROUND
RIGHT
LEFT RIGHT
CENTER
L C R
– + – + – +
SB 10CNTR
– +
SUBWOOFER
LFE OUT
+–
+–
+–
FRONT
LEFT
RIGHT
+–
+–
SURROUND
LEFT
RIGHT
CENTER
Connections
CAUTION:
Before making speaker connections, be sure that your receiver or amplifier is
turned off. If possible, make sure that its AC cord is unplugged from the AC power outlet.
Soundbar Connections
The SB 10 soundbar contains left-, center- and right-c hannel speakers that connect to
your audio/video receiver or amplifier’s front left, center and front right speaker outputs.
Connections
IMPORTANT:
terminal. Touching wires can cause a short circuit that can damage your receiver or
amplifier.
Subwoofer Connections
Make sure the (+) and (–) bare wires do not touch each other or the other
1a If your receiver/processor has a dedicated subwoofer output with low-pass
filtering (also called bass management), use the included LFE cable to connect
the subwoofer’s Line Level LFE In jack to the dedicated subwoofer output (or LFE
output) of your receiver or preamp/processor. Set the subwoofer's Input Mode
switch to the “LFE” position.
Configure your receiver or preamp/processor’s setup menu for Subwoofer ON,
and set the front left, front right, center and surround speakers to Small. If
your receiver or preamp/processor offers a choice of subwoofer low-pass filter
crossover frequencies, choose 150Hz or the one closest to 150Hz.
White
Band
Speaker Wires
(included)
To connect each wire to the soundbar:
Push Down on Cap 1.
to Open Hole
Press down on the terminal cap to open the connection hole on the soundbar’s 1.
speaker terminal.
Insert the wire’s bare end all the way into the hole. Insert the conductor with the 2.
colored band into the speaker’s red (+) terminal, and insert the other conductor
into the speaker’s black (–) terminal, as shown in the illustration.
Release the cap to secure the wire.3.
White
Band
Receiver or Amplifier
Insert Wire Into 2.
Open Hole
Red
Band
Green
Band
Green
Band
Red
Band
Release Cap to 3.
Secure Wire
Receiver or Amplifier
LFE Cable
(included)
Set Input Mode
Switch to “LFE”
Subwoofer
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Colored Band to
Red Terminal
PREAMP OUTPUT MAIN AMP INPUT
+–
+–
+–
FRONT
LEFT
RIGHT
+–
+–
SURROUND
LEFT
RIGHT
CENTER
LEFT RIGHT
LEFT RIGHT
PREAMP OUTPUT
+–
+–
+–
FRONT
LEFT
RIGHT
+–
+–
SURROUND
LEFT
RIGHT
CENTER
LEFT RIGHT
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Connections
1b If your receiver/processor does not have a dedicated subwoofer output but does
have preamp-level (volume-controlled) line outputs, use the included LFE cable
to connect one of those outputs to either of the subwoofer’s Line-Level L/R In
Connectors. Use an RCA cable (not supplied) to connect the other receiver or
preamp line output to the other subwoofer Line-Level L/R In connector. Set the
subwoofer's Input Mode switch to the “Normal” position.
Receiver or Processor
Set Input Mode
Switch to “Normal”
LFE Cable
(included)
To Preamp
Outputs
Mono RCA Cable
(not included)
Subwoofer
If you’re connecting to a receiver or preamp/processor with left and right line outputs
that are connected to front left and front right amplifier inputs, connect the single
ends of Y-adapters (not supplied) to the receiver or processor’s left and right line
outputs. Connect one of the Y-adapter’s double ends to the subwoofer’s Line Level L/R
In connectors, and connect the other double end to your amplifier’s front left and front
right inputs. Set the subwoofer's Input Mode switch to the “Normal” position.
Receiver or Processor
To Preamp
Outputs
Stereo "Y" Cable
(not included)
To Main Amp
Inputs
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To L/R
Inputs
LFE Cable
(included)
Mono RCA Cable
(not included)
Set Input Mode
Switch to “Normal”
To L/R
Inputs
Stereo Audio Cable
(not included)
Subwoofer
2. After you have made and verified all other connections, plug the subwoofer’s
Power cord into an active, unswitched AC outlet. DO NOT plug this cord into the
accessory outlets found on some audio components.
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Operation
Operation
Turning the Subwoofer On and Off
Set the subwoofer’s Power Switch to the “On” position.
POWER ON MODE
ON
AUTO
EXTERNAL TRIGGER
INPUT
3-30V AC/DC
If you set the •Power On Mode Switch to “Auto,” the subwoofer will automatically
turn itself on when it receives an audio signal, and it will go into the Standby mode
once it has received no a udio signal for 20 minutes. The subwoofer’s LED will glow
white when the subwoofer is on, and will not light up when the subwoofer is in
the Standby mode.
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If the Power-On Mode Switch is set to “On,” the subwoofer will remain on at all
times. The subwoofer’s LED will glow white.
If the External Trigger Input Connector is connected to a voltage source, the subwoofer
will turn on whenever the source generates a trigger voltage and will go into Standby
mode 10 to 15 minutes after the trigger voltage ceases, regardless of the position of the
Power On Mode switch.
If you will not be using the subwoofer for an extended p eriod, set the Power switch to
the “Off” position.
Subwoofer Adjustments: Phase
This switch determines whether the subwoofer driver’s piston-like action moves in and
out in phase with the soundbar speakers. If the subwoofer were to play out of phase with
the soundbar speakers, the sound waves from the soundbar could cancel out some of
the sound waves from the subwoofer, reducing bass performance and sonic impact. This
phenomenon depends in part on the placement of all the speakers relative to each other
in the room.
Although in most cases you should leave the Phase switch in the “Normal” position, there
is no absolutely correct setting for the Phase switch. When the subwoofer is properly in
phase with the soundbar speakers, the sound will be clearer and have maximum impact,
and percussive sounds like drums, piano and plucked strings will sound more lifelike.
The best way to set the Phase switch 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.
PHASE
REVERSE
NORMAL
Subwoofer Adjustments: Bass Boost
When set to the “On” position, the Bass Boost switch enhances low-frequency
performance. The results: 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 the subwoofer to its normal low-frequency
performance.
BASS BOOST
ON
OFF
Subwoofer Adjustments: Volume
Use the Subwoofer Level control to set the subwoofer’s volume. Turn the knob clockwise
to increase the subwoofer’s volume; turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the
volume. Once you have balanced the subwoofer’s volume with that of the other speakers
in your system, you shouldn’t have to change it.
SUBWOOFER
LEVEL
MIN MAX
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This unit is designed for trouble-free operation. Most problems 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 center.
Problem Solution
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If no sound comes from any of the soundbar speakers: Check that the receiver/amplifier is on and a sound source is playing.
If there is no sound coming from the soundbar’s left or right speaker: Check that the bala nce control on your receiver/amplifier is not s et all the way to
If there is no sound coming from the soundbar’s center speaker: Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker-setup procedure to make sure that the
If the subwoofer does not turn on: Check that the subwoofer’s Power cord is plugged into a working AC outlet.
If there is no sound coming from the subwoofer: Check that the subwoofer’s Power cord is plugged into a working AC outlet.
If the system plays at low volumes but shuts off as volume is increased: Make sure that all wires between the receiver/amplifier and the soundbar are
You can find additional troubleshooting information by clicking on the FAQs link on the Support page at www.harmankardon.com.
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Make sure that all wires between the receiver/amplifier and the soundbar are
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connected properly.
Make sure that none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.
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Review the proper operation of your receiver/amplifier.
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one channel.
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker-setup procedure to make sure that the
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speaker in question has been enabled and that its volume level has not been
turned all the way down.
Make sure that all wires between the receiver/amplifier and the soundbar left or
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right speaker terminals are connected properly.
Make sure that the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
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center speaker has been enabled and its volume level has not been turned all the
way down.
Make sure that all wires between the receiver/amplifier and the soundbar's center
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speaker terminals are connected properly.
Make sure that the speaker wires are not frayed, cut or punctured.
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If your receiver is operating in Dolby® Pro Logic® mode, make sure that the center
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speaker is not set to Phantom.
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Check that the subwoofer’s Power switch is in the On position.
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Check that the subwoofer’s Power switch is in the “On” position.
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Check that the Subwoofer Level control is not turned all the way down (fully
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counterclockwise).
Check the audio cable connection between your receiver/processor and the
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subwoofer.
Check your receiver/amplifier’s speaker-setup procedure to make sure that the
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subwoofer has been enabled and that its volume level has not been turned all the
way down.
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connected properly.
Make sure that none of the speaker wires is frayed, cut or punctured.
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If you have an additional pair of front speakers connected to your receiver/
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amplifier, make sure that you’re not operating the system below the receiver/
amplifier’s minimum impedance requirements. Check the receiver/amplifier’s
documentation for more information.
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Specifications
SB 10 system
Frequency response: 45Hz – 20kHz (–6dB)
SB 10 soundbar speaker
Low-frequency transducer
Left:
Right:
Center:
High-frequency transducer
Left:
Right:
Center:
Recommended power handling
Left –Right:
Center:
Nominal impedance: 8 ohms (each channel)
Sensitivity (2.83V/1m): 84dB (each channel)
Crossover frequency: 2.2kHz, 24dB/octave
Connector type: Push-spring terminal
Enclosure type: Sealed
Finish: Gloss black
Dimensions (H x W x D): 4-5/16" x 36-1/4" x 3-1/2"
Weight: 8.1 lb (3.67kg)
Powered Subwoofer
Low-frequency transducer: 8" (200mm) down-firing cone, video-shielded
Amplifier power: 200 watts
Frequency response: 45Hz – 200Hz (–6dB)
Controls: Volume, phase, bass boost
Connections: LFE input, left and right RCA line-level inputs
Enclosure type: Sealed
Finish: Gloss black
Power requirement: AC 100 ~ 120V, 50/60Hz, 200W or
Power consumption: <1W (standby); 200W (maximum)
Dimensions (H x W x D): 13-29/32" x 10-1/2" x 10-1/2"
Weight: 19.8 lb (9kg)
3" (76mm) paper cone, video-shielded
3" (76mm) paper cone, video-shielded
Two 3" (76mm) paper cones, video-shielded
3/4" (19mm) silk dome, video-shielded
3/4" (19mm) silk dome, video-shielded
3/4" (19mm) silk dome, video-shielded
60 watts (each)
100 watts
(110mm x 920mm x 89mm)
AC 220 ~ 240V, 50/60Hz, 200W
(353mm x 267mm x 267mm)
Specifications
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8500 Balboa Boulevard, Northridge, CA 91329 USA
516.255.4545 (USA only)
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harman kardon is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered in
the United States and/or other countries. Dolby and Pro Logic are registered trademark of Dolby
Laboratories.
Features, specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
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