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SAFETY INFORMATION  3

SAFETY INFORMATION

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Important Safety Precautions!

1.

Read these instructions.

2.

Keep 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.

Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized

or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11.

Only use attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

12.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket

or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.

15.

Do not use attachments not recommended 

by the product manufacturer, as they may cause
hazards.

16.

This product should be operated only from

the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power 
supply to your home, consult your product dealer
or local power company. For products intended 
to operate from battery power, or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions.

17.

If an outside antenna or cable system is 

connected to the product, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with
regard to proper grounding of the mast and 
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and require-
ments for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

18.

An outside antenna system should not be

located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

19.

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords,

or integral convenience receptacles, as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

20.

Never push objects of any kind into this product

through openings, as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the product.

21.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping

or splashing, and no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

22.

Do not attempt to service this product yourself,

as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.

23.

When replacement parts are required, be sure

the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or that have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.

24.

Upon completion of any service or repairs to

this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in
proper operating condition.

25.

The product should be mounted to a wall or

ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

Figure A.
Example of Antenna Grounding as per 
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70

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Summary of Contents for HKTS 18

Page 1: ...HKTS 18 HOME THEATER SPEAKER SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...Bass Adjustments 14 Troubleshooting 15 HKTS 18 Specifications Please register your product on our Web site at www harmankardon com Note You ll need the serial number of your new home theater speaker...

Page 3: ...er or other sources refer to the operating instructions 17 If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some prote...

Page 4: ...uts for connection to older receivers and processors that do not have a line level subwoofer output Other conve niences include a level control an external trigger input for automatic turn on when con...

Page 5: ...ts line level output using a low pass filter The filter has no effect when the SUB Input is used External Trigger Input Use the sup plied mini plug cable to connect the trigger output of another produ...

Page 6: ...uld use the Line Level Full Range Inputs instead Line Level Full Range Inputs Connect the line level subwoofer output or preamp out put s of your receiver or amplifier to these inputs If your receiver...

Page 7: ...t and center speakers as close to the same height as possible preferably about the same height as the listener s ears In any event the center speaker should be no more than two feet above or below the...

Page 8: ...g the tab at the top of the wall plate into the slot on top of the bracket and snapping the bracket onto the wall plate Thread the cable through the round opening in the terminal cover and then insert...

Page 9: ...ls on your receiver or amplifier The lead of the speaker wire is indicated with a stripe and has the colored band cor responding to the speaker s position It is important to connect all speakers ident...

Page 10: ...onnect each speaker to the corresponding speaker terminals on your receiver or amplifier Make sure you ve configured your surround sound processor for Subwoofer On The front left front right center an...

Page 11: ...adapter not supplied to bridge the receiver s preamp output to the main amp input for that channel and connect the long end of the adapter to the corre sponding line level input on the SUB TS18 IMPORT...

Page 12: ...OUTPUT Connect your receiver or amplifier s front left and right speaker terminals to the left and right Speaker Level Input termi nals on the SUB TS18 subwoofer that are marked High Level In Connect...

Page 13: ...d period of time or if the subwoofer will not be used switch the Master Power Switch to the OFF position Volume Volume can be adjusted using the Sub woofer Level Control as shown Turn the control knob...

Page 14: ...receiver processor is set in Dolby Digital or DTS mode make sure the receiver processor is configured so that the center speaker is enabled If the system plays at low Check all wires and connections b...

Page 15: ...sitivity 86dB 1 watt 1 meter Tweeter One 3 4 19mm dome video shielded Midrange Dual 3 75mm drivers video shielded Dimensions H x W x D 9 9 16 x 3 15 16 x 3 5 8 243mm x 100mm x 92mm Weight 2 8 lb 1 3kg...

Page 16: ...250 Crossways Park Drive Woodbury New York 11797 516 255 HKHK 4545 Fax 516 682 3523 2006 Harman International Industries Incorporated All rights reserved Printed 10 06 Part No 406 000 05504 E...

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