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- Page 1 CITATION BAR OWNER’S MANUAL...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Verify Line Voltage Before Use The CITATION BAR (soundbar) has been designed for use with 100-240 volt, 50/60 Hz AC current. Connection to a line voltage other than that for which your product is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the unit. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
INSTALLATION ................... 11 CONNECTING TO TV ................14 CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES ..........16 POWER ON ....................18 CONNECTING TO INTERNET .............19 SPEAKER SETUP (OPTIONAL) ............21 USING YOUR CITATION BAR .............23 SOUND SETTINGS .................26 SETTINGS....................28 SPECIFICATIONS ..................30 TROUBLESHOOTING ................31 TRADEMARKS ..................33... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION This manual includes information of the CITATION BAR (soundbar). We encourage you to take a few minutes to read this manual, which describes the products and includes step- by-step instructions to help you set up and get started. Read and understand all the safety instructions before using your product. -
Page 5: What's In The Box
WHAT’S IN THE BOX Carefully unpack the box and check if the following parts are included. If any part is damaged, do not use it, contact your Harman Kardon retailer or customer service. 1. Main unit (Secondary speaker) 2. Power cord* 3. -
Page 6: Product Overview
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel & Top Panel 1. Touch screen Wi-Fi signal indicator. Press to mute or unmute the microphone. Press to activate Google Assistant. Press to select a source (Bluetooth / Aux / HDMI / / / / Optical). Press to customize the audio settings. - Page 7 3. LED indicators (Google) White (Breathing Listening slowly) White (Breathing fast) Responding Amber (Constant) Microphone muted White (Breathing for Power on / system three times) startup Back Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. ETHERNET • Connect to the Internet (RJ45 connector). 2.
- Page 8 6. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 • Connect to the HDMI output on a digital device. 7. HDMI ARC (TV OUT) • Connect to the HDMI (ARC) input on your TV. 8. POWER • Connect to the power supply.
- Page 9 Remote Control (Power) • Power on or switch to standby. 2. Source zone • Select an input source for the soundbar: OPTICAL / AUX / HDMI TV / HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / Bluetooth. • Press to pair with a new device.
- Page 10 9. BASS - / + • Decrease or increase the bass level of the soundbar (or the optional subwoofer when successfully paired). 10. AUDIO SYNC - / + • Decrease or increase audio sync delay if the video and audio synchronization is not correct. 11.
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Page 11: Installation
INSTALLATION Placement NOTES: • To avoid wireless interference, keep a minimum distance of 5 meters (16.4 feet) between other wireless devices and the soundbar. • Make sure that there is an AC (mains) outlet nearby. 1) Place the soundbar on its rubber feet on a stable and level surface below your TV. - Page 12 Wall-mount NOTES: • Before mounting on a wall, make sure the wall can support the weight of this product. • For the wall mounting, avoid a location with high temperature or humidity. Install on a vertical wall only. • Connect cables from the product to external devices before mounting on the wall.
- Page 13 2) Screw the wall-mount brackets on the pen mark; screw the threaded mounting post into the back of the soundbar, then hook the soundbar on the wall. ≤8 mm/ 4mm/0.16" 0.31" ≥35 mm/1.4"...
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Page 14: Connecting To Tv
CONNECTING TO TV NOTES: • If you want to enjoy sound only from the soundbar, make sure to set your TV audio settings to support external speakers and disable the built-in TV speakers. • Before you make or change any connections, make sure that all devices are disconnected from the power outlet. - Page 15 Optical NOTE: • Make sure you have removed the protective cap from both ends of the optical cable. 1) Connect the OPTICAL IN connector on the soundbar to the OPTICAL OUT connector of your TV with an optical cable (sold separately). 2) Press OPTICAL IN on the touch screen or press the OPTICAL button on the remote control to select the OPTICAL mode.
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Page 16: Connecting To Other Devices
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES HDMI (Preferred) Connect a digital device such as a set-top box, DVD/Blu-ray player, or games console to your soundbar through a single HDMI connection. 1) Connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI IN connector on the back of the soundbar to the HDMI OUT connector on your digital device. - Page 17 2) Press OPTICAL IN or AUX on the touch screen or press the OPTICAL or AUX button on the remote control to select the OPTICAL or AUX mode. AUX-IN OPTICAL IN AUX cable OPTICAL OUT AUX-OUT...
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Page 18: Power On
POWER ON NOTES: • Use the provided power cord only. • Before connecting the power cord, make sure all other connections have been completed. • When you disconnect the power cord, always pull the plug, never the cable. • Do not connect this product or other components to an AC outlet until all connections between components are complete. -
Page 19: Connecting To Internet
1) Download the Google Home app on your smartphone or tablet. 2) Power on your CITATION BAR. 3) Run the Google Home app and set up your CITATION BAR as instructed in the app. Always follow the instructions in the app to complete the Internet setup. - Page 20 CAUTION: • If you encounter any setup issues, make sure to enable Bluetooth and location services on your smartphone or tablet. • In the Google Home app, you can rename this product. The device name will remain during Bluetooth device discovery and Chromecast streaming.
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Page 21: Speaker Setup (Optional)
5.1 channel surround sound system. NOTES: • For a successful setup, keep a maximum distance of 5 meters (16.4 feet) between the CITATION BAR and your CITATION SUB or CITATION SURROUND. • If the soundbar is powered off, the satellite speakers or subwoofer will enter standby mode. - Page 22 White (Constant for 10 Wirelessly connected with seconds and then light off) CITATION BAR Test Tone Press “Speaker Setup” > “Levels” > “Test tone” to play the test tone. Each speaker location icon will blink in sequence. Speaker Volume and Bass Press “Speaker Setup”...
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Page 23: Using Your Citation Bar
USING YOUR CITATION BAR Talk to Google Assistant Your CITATION BAR comes with the Google Assistant built-in. You can play music, get answers, manage everyday tasks, and easily control smart devices around your home by using your voice. Press on the remote control or on the touch screen to activate the Google Assistant and then say your request. - Page 24 Theoretically, an unlimited amount of devices can be connected to stream the same song. Play Music through Bluetooth You can use your CITATION BAR as a speaker for your Bluetooth enabled smartphone or tablet. 1) Press on the remote control or press Bluetooth on the touch screen to enter Bluetooth pairing mode.
- Page 25 NOTES: • If you have already connected the soundbar to Wi-Fi and changed the device name, then select the new device name. • To exit the Bluetooth mode, choose other sources. • To disconnect and pair another device, press on the remote control or on the touch screen.
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Page 26: Sound Settings
SOUND SETTINGS This section helps you choose the ideal sound for your video or music. Volume You have four ways to adjust the volume level while playing music. • Press or press and hold - / + button on the top panel. •... - Page 27 Synchronize Video and Audio If the audio and video are not synchronized, press AUDIO SYNC +/- on the remote control or press “Speaker Setup” > “Lipsync delay” on the touch screen to delay the audio to match the video.
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Page 28: Settings
Brightness, then softly drag the value bar to adjust the brightness of the touch screen. Software Upgrade The software of your CITATION BAR will be automatically upgraded to the latest version when it is connected to the Internet via a Wi-Fi network or Ethernet connection. - Page 29 Cleaning and Maintenance To keep the exterior surface of your CITATION BAR clean, unplug the AC power cord from the speaker first, wipe the exterior surfaces gently with a clean, soft cloth. CAUTION: • Do not use alcohol, benzene, or thinner to clean the fabric surface.
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Page 30: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS • Power supply: 100-240V~50/60Hz • Power consumption in sleep mode: <2.0 Watts • Bluetooth version: 4.2 • Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: 2402 - 2480MHz • Bluetooth transmitter power: <10dBm • Bluetooth transmitter modulation: GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK • Wireless network: 802.11b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz) •... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Never try to repair the product yourself. If you have any problems using this product, check the following points before you request service. Sound No sound from the soundbar. • Make sure that the soundbar is not muted. • Make sure to select the correct audio input source. No sound from CITATION SUB or CITATION SURROUND. - Page 32 Poor audio quality from a connected Bluetooth device. • The Bluetooth reception is poor. Move the device closer to the soundbar, or remove any obstacle between the device and the soundbar. Wi-Fi Failed to connect to Wi-Fi. • Make sure that Wi-Fi is turned on. •...
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Page 33: Trademarks
TRADEMARKS The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.