IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Verify Line Voltage Before Use The HK Surround wireless home theater system 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........1 INTRODUCTION ..................3 WHAT’S IN THE BOX ................4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ................6 INSTALLATION ................... 11 CONNECTING TO TV ................14 CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES ..........16 POWER ON ....................18 CONNECTING TO INTERNET ............20 USING YOUR SYSTEM .................
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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. Subwoofer 2. Satellite speakers 3. Remote control (with 2 AAA batteries) 4.
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Inserting Batteries before Using the Remote Control (AAA batteries x 2) Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow until it is completely removed. Insert 2 AAA batteries (1.5V) oriented so that their polarity is correct. Slide the battery cover back into position.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Front Panel of the Streaming Box 1. Infrared (IR) sensor 2. Touch screen • : Wi-Fi signal indicator. • : Press to stream music from Chromecast. • : Press to set up surround sound system. • : Press to select a source (Bluetooth / Aux / HDMI / Optical).
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Back Panel of the Streaming Box 1. ETHERNET • Connect to the Internet (RJ45 connector). 2. HDMI IN 1 / HDMI IN 2 / HDMI IN 3 / HDMI IN 4 • Connect to the HDMI output on a digital device. 3.
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Remote Control (Power) • Power on or switch to standby.
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2. Source zone • Select an input source: OPTICAL / AUX / HDMI TV / HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4. MUTE • Mute or unmute the audio. 4. VOL + / - • Increase or decrease the volume level. •...
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• Play or pause Chromecast or Bluetooth playback. 12. BT • Press to enter Bluetooth pairing mode. • Press and hold for 3 seconds to pair with a new device. SOURCE • Switch to shuffle mode: / Optical / / Bluetooth.
INSTALLATION NOTES • To avoid wireless interference, keep other wireless devices 16.4 feet (5 meters) away from the streaming box. • Make sure there are AC outlets nearby. Speaker location plays a critical role in setting up your wireless home theater system. 1) Place the streaming box near your TV.
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3) Place two front speakers to the left and right of the center speaker individually. 4) Place two rear speakers behind your seating position. To achieve the best quality sound, mount them on the wall or raise them by using stands (not provided).
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5) Place the subwoofer at least 3.3 feet (1 meter) to the left or right of the TV. Leave a clearance of about 3.9 inches (10 centimeters) from the wall. CAUTION: • Before mounting on a wall, make sure the wall can support the weight of the speaker.
CONNECTING TO TV NOTES • If you want to enjoy sound only from the wireless home theater system, 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.
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NOTES • An HDMI connection supports digital audio and video with a single connector. It is the best option to connect to your wireless home theater system. • If your TV features an HDMI ARC connector, you can enjoy the TV audio through your wireless home theater system by using a single HDMI cable.
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 system through a single HDMI connection. 1) Connect an HDMI cable (sold separately) from the connector on the back of the streaming box to the connector on your digital device.
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2) Press on the touch screen or press button on the remote control to select the mode. OPTICAL OUT OPTICAL IN...
POWER ON NOTES • Use the provided power cords only. • Before connecting the power cords, 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.
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3) You are requested to install the Google Home app on your device to set up this system. Speaker LED Indicators Off: Working / Power off • White (Flashing slowly): Connecting / Reset • • White (Flashing fast): Critical error White (Constant): Connected •...
CONNECTING TO INTERNET The system is required to connect to the Internet (Wi-Fi or Ethernet) with the Google Home app. NOTE: • If you want to use the Internet with Ethernet, make sure to connect the Ethernet cable before plugging in the power cord. 1) Download the Google Home app on your smartphone or tablet.
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NOTES • 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 the system. The device name will remain during Bluetooth device discovery and Chromecast streaming.
USING YOUR SYSTEM Play Music with Chromecast With Chromecast built-in, you can stream music, tunes, podcasts, and playlists from 300+ music apps to your system by simply tapping the button. 1) Run the Chromecast enabled app on your smartphone or tablet.
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10 m (33 ft) Bluetooth Bluetooth DEVICES HK SURROUND NOTES • If you have already connected the streaming box to Wi-Fi and changed the device name, then select the new device name. • To exit Bluetooth mode, choose other sources. •...
SOUND SETTINGS This section helps you choose the ideal sound for your video or music. Volume You have two ways to adjust the volume level while playing music. • Press button on the remote control. • Adjust the volume via the Google Home app on your smartphone or tablet.
SETTINGS Display Brightness Press Options > Brightness, then softly drag the value bar to adjust the brightness of the touch screen. Software Upgrade The software of your system will be automatically upgraded to the latest version when the speaker is connected to the Internet via a Wi-Fi network or Ethernet connection.
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Cleaning and maintenance To keep the exterior surface of your wireless home theater system clean, unplug the AC power cord from the units first, wipe the exterior surfaces gently with a clean, soft cloth.
SPECIFICATIONS General • Power supply: 100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz • Total output power: 370 W RMS • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 KHz • Center speaker output power: 50 W RMS • Center speaker transducers: 1.25” (tweeter) + (woofer) •...
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 system. • Make sure that the system is not muted. • Make sure all the speakers are powered on and successfully paired.
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Internet Failed to connect to my Wi-Fi network. • Check if your router works. • Follow the instructions in the Google Home app to complete the Wi-Fi setup. • Make sure that you have selected the right network and entered the correct password. •...
LICENSE NOTICE This product contains open source software. For your convenience, the source code and relevant build instruction for software licensed under the GPL is available at http://www.harmankardon.com/ opensource. You may also obtain this information by contacting us at OpenSourceSupport@Harman.com...
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