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These speakers are designed to redefine your musical understanding and open corridors of new experiences. We hope you not only enjoy but experience Totem as your guide to a new and rewarding listening environment! You will without a doubt experience a Totem moment.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read instructions 2 Retain these instructions 3. Heed all warnings 4. Follow all instructions 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
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WARNING Do not ingest the battery, Chemical burn hazard (The remote control supplied with) This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death. Keep new and used batteries away from children.
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED • Speaker wire • Optical cable • 3.5mm cable • Remote Power Cord • • 2 magnetic grilles FRONT CONTROLS 1.LED Indicator This is the round window on the front bottom left of the active speaker. It captures the signal from the remote, indicates power status, and which source has been selected with different color LEDs.
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Optical Input Select, press to toggle between inputs 1 and 2 Reset: All tone settings are reset to original factory settings Raise and lower volume The Totem remote uses a CR2025 battery. Do not ingest the battery. Chemical burn hazard. totemacoustic.com...
Bluetooth input. The Blue LED will flash. Push and hold the control. The LED will blink faster, indicating pairing mode. Turn on your Bluetooth device, go to the Bluetooth settings, and let it find “TOTEM KIN PLAY TOWER”.
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CONNECTIONS AND SETUP to TV The KIN Play Tower does not decode surround effects so your TV, source, or app must be set to PCM output in their respective audio menus. Consult their manuals to ensure this important step is performed properly. HDMI ARC from TV to KIN Play Tower This simple connection in many cases also allows the...
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The KIN Play Tower does not decode surround effects so your TV, source, or app must be set to PCM output in their respective audio menus. Consult their manuals to ensure this important step is performed properly. OPTICAL AUDIO OUTPUT from TV to KIN Play Tower This is the best setup option for TVs equipped with an OPTICAL AUDIO OUTPUT.
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The KIN Play Tower does not decode surround effects so your TV, source, or app must be set to PCM output in their respective audio menus. Consult their manuals to ensure this important step is performed properly. BLUETOOTH AUDIO OUTPUT from TV to KIN Play Tower This wireless connection option connects your Bluetooth equipped TV to the KIN Play Tower.
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AUDIO SOURCE CONNECTIONS AND SETUP Use the appropriate audio cable to then connect your other sources. Totem has supplied an Optical and Mini jack cable to cover most requirements. If you are connecting a turntable, use the RCA inputs of Aux 1. If your turntable is equipped with a ground wire as well, connect it to the grounding post on the speaker.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE No Sound Sources must be set to stereo or PCM, not bitstream or a surround effect like Dolby or DTS. • • Check to see if the MUTE setting has been engaged. • Make sure the correct source has been selected. Verify that the system is powered up and properly connected.
(IMA-ADPCM and raw PCM), AIF, AIFC The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Totem Acoustic Inc. is under license. Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.
This ensures no damage during transportation. All Totem products are created with the utmost care and quality in mind. If ever a problem should arise, Totem’s speakers are covered by a two (2) year limited warranty on the amplifier and 5 years on the drivers, starting from the date of purchase.
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