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’s i n tent i on . Totem Ac o u sti c’s K I N “ s u b b ra n d ” wa s i nt ro d u ce d in 20 1 4 , bo r n fro m a d esi re to en g a g e a w id e r a u d ie n c e by of fer in g a ffo rda bl e sol u t i o n s fo r to d a y’s a u d i o c a p a ble d ev ic e s .
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. Totem ke ep s to a st r i c t q ua l i t y c o n trol re g i m e n a n d a ll fa c to r y - sea led p ro d uct s l ea ve o ur fac i l i ty i n p er fe c t c o n d i t i o n .
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.
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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.
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SPEAKER WIRE OPTICAL CABLE 3.5 MM CABLE REMOTE CONTROL POWER CORD MAGNETIC GRILLS...
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FRONT CONTROLS 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. The light will disappear roughly a minute after the last feature was activated.
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This 3.5mm input can be used with many portable devices and computers. 4. Sub out This allows you to connect a Totem Acoustic powered sub woofer to your speaker to add thunderous bass and enhance the low frequency effect. 5. Digital In Optical 1 and 2 Sometimes referred to as Toslink or SPDIF, these digital inputs allows the use of an optical wire from your TV, cable box, satellite, game, or whatever source you’d like...
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12. Optical Input Select, press to toggle between inputs 1 and 2 13. Reset: All tone settings are reset to original factor y settings 14. Raise and lower volume The Totem remote uses a CR2025 batter y. Do not ingest the batter y. Chemical burn hazard.
It is very good quality but for even better performance, or if you need a longer run, try Totem Tress speaker wire. Totem Tress wire, at any length, can demonstrably enhance bass, clarity, and imaging. Use the supplied power cord to connect the powered speaker to the wall receptacle.
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Optical Audio Input from TV to KIN Play Tower This is the best setup option for TVs equipped with an . All OPTICAL AUDIO OUTPUT sources such as a cable box, DVD/Blu-Ray, media streamer, etc. are connected directly to the TV. The OPTICAL AUDIO OUTPUT from the TV is then connected to the...
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Bluetooth Audio Input from TV to KIN Play Tower This wireless connection option connects your Bluetooth equipped TV to the KIN Play Tower. Your TV must be equipped with Bluetooth output to use this method. Select the Bluetooth output of the TV, select Bluetooth on the KIN Play Tower, and engage the KIN Play Tower’s pairing mode.
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.
Decoupling KIN Play Tower come with acoustic isolation feet already installed to ensure optimum performance. These feet isolate the cabinet to prevent resonance from being transferred to the floor and improve bass and midrange response. Distortion is inevitable when the amplifier is pushed above its rated output level, which may result in speaker damage.
Troubleshooting Guide Remote Control Issues •Check to see if the transparent film separating the battery from the connections has been removed. •Be sure that you are within range (approximately 30ft). Aim the remote at the active speaker. •Replace the battery. Low Output •Some sources can play louder than others, verify if all sources have the same output.
Spe cificati o ns Description • Active Speaker Frequency Response • 30Hz - 22kHz +- 3dB Tweeter • Customized 1-inch Infused Soft Dome Woofer • Customized Natural Hybrid 2 x 5” High Resolution Internal Dac Provided Amplifier Power • 2 x 200w RMS Wireless Connectivity •...
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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. Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries, used with permission.
Totem Limited Warranty Please register online at www.totemacoustic.com within two weeks of the purchase date. The Totem speakers must be purchased from a TOTEM AUTHORIZED DEALER. Keep your original bill or receipt obtained from your Totem Authorized Dealer. Retain the sturdy carton and all packing material; all warranty repairs are required to be shipped in their original packaging.
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