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SoundSticks II Setup Guide

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Easy Setup Guide
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Part No. 950-0245-001 Rev. B
SoundSticks II FCC regulations
SoundSticks II safety instructions
FCC Declaration of Conformity Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Radio and Television Interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against 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 instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and then on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to a different outlet so that the equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Harman Consumer Group, Inc., could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
Please Read the Following Operation Precautions Before Use Read instructions all the safety and operating instructions should be read thoroughly before attempting to operate this audio system. Retain instructions for future reference. Heed warnings all warnings on this audio system and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow instructions all operating and use instructions should be followed. TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS UNIT. PLEASE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED HARMAN CONSUMER GROUP, INC., SERVICE PERSONNEL. Do not expose the speakers to liquid or solvent. Never remove grille covers in order to service the speaker system. The speaker system does not contain any user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to the Harman Consumer Group, Inc., Support Group.
Do not expose the speaker system to temperature or humidity extremes, direct sunlight, excessive dust, or vibrations. Place the speaker system on a stable, level surface. Do not drop, apply excessive force to the controls, or put heavy objects on top of the speaker. If cleaning is required, use a soft dry cloth. If necessary, use a damp cloth without any solvents. In order to protect the speaker system, avoid microphone feedback, continuous output from electronic musical instruments, or distorted output from any signal source. Do not place the speakers close to fluorescent light sources, or neon light fixtures. Although the speakers are magnetically shielded, keep magnetic storage media (disks and tapes) at least four inches from the speaker system in order to avoid data loss. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this speaker system to rain or moisture.

SoundSticks II easy setup guide

Specifications* System

Frequency range: 44Hz 20kHz Power consumption: 4W idle, 65W maximum

Subwoofer

Transducer (1): 6" woofer Amplifier output power: 20W RMS Dimensions (W x H): 9-3/16" x 10-3/16" (232mm x 258mm) Weight: 4 lb (2.2kg)

Satellite

Transducers (4): 1" full-range per channel Amplifier output power: 10W RMS per channel Dimensions (W x H): 2" x 10" (51mm x 254mm) Weight: 1.5 lb (0.7kg)
Step 1. Place individual SoundSticks II (satellites) beside monitor/computer.
Step 2. Place subwoofer as desired, but placement under your desk will provide optimal performance.
Step 3. Connect satellites to subwoofer.
Step 4. Insert SoundSticks II input cable into the computer or other audio device.
Step 5. Plug power cord into power adapter.
Step 6. Plug power adapter into subwoofer.
Step 7. Plug power cord into wall receptacle.
Step 8. Push power ON/OFF button. Unit is on when LED is lit.
Step 9. Adjust volume level by touching + or button. Touching both the + and buttons mutes the audio. When muted, touching either button unmutes the audio.

Troubleshooting

Symptom
No sound from SoundSticks II speaker system.

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Possible problem

No power to subwoofer.

Solution
Ensure power supply is connected to live power source and is properly connected to subwoofer. Please note: When subwoofer is powered, a power LED should light. Place plug with arrow symbol facing UP into the subwoofer. Touch the volume Up (+) pad on the volume control satellite to unmute and/or increase the system volume level. Note: Touching the volume Down () pad lowers the system volume. Touching both (+) and () volume control pads at the same time will mute the system.
No sound from subwoofer, only satellites. No sound from satellites, only subwoofer. High frequencies sound dull.
Subwoofer volume control set at minimum. Satellites not connected to subwoofer. Satellites not positioned properly.
Rotate subwoofer volume control clockwise until relative volume level is appropriate. Check connection of satellites to subwoofer. Position and tilt (angle) loudspeakers toward listener. The sound from the satellites is very directional due to the 4-element linear array design.
Power adapter plug not inserted correctly. No volume or low volume.
*These specifications are subject to change without notice.
This product is intended to be supplied by a listed direct plug-in power unit marked Class 2 and output rated 16V DC minimum 1.5 A.
Harman Kardon and SoundSticks are trademarks of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States and/or other countries.