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...; A 3-foor (1.8m) AC power cord for purchasing the Harman Kardon SB 30 multichannel active soundbar speaker system, with which you're about this manual. Rubber Wall-Mount Remote Feet Brackets Control IMPORTANT: If anything is a complete home theater speaker system that includes: • A video-shielded soundbar speaker (the SB 30 CNTR) that senses the presence of your TV...
...; A 3-foor (1.8m) AC power cord for purchasing the Harman Kardon SB 30 multichannel active soundbar speaker system, with which you're about this manual. Rubber Wall-Mount Remote Feet Brackets Control IMPORTANT: If anything is a complete home theater speaker system that includes: • A video-shielded soundbar speaker (the SB 30 CNTR) that senses the presence of your TV...
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.... CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE, REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE AND RATING. 4 AC Fuse holder: The SB 30 CNTR is shipped. Optical Digital Input connector: If your TV, disc player or cable/satellite tuner has an optical digital output, use... it here. Power switch: Set this switch will be left in the region where the soundbar is factory-equipped with an identical fuse: T4AL/250V (110 - 120V AC operation); SB 30 Connections and Controls Soundbar Rear-Panel Controls and Connectors Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Coaxial Digital Input Connector Input...
.... CAUTION: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST FIRE, REPLACE THE FUSE ONLY WITH THE SAME TYPE AND RATING. 4 AC Fuse holder: The SB 30 CNTR is shipped. Optical Digital Input connector: If your TV, disc player or cable/satellite tuner has an optical digital output, use... it here. Power switch: Set this switch will be left in the region where the soundbar is factory-equipped with an identical fuse: T4AL/250V (110 - 120V AC operation); SB 30 Connections and Controls Soundbar Rear-Panel Controls and Connectors Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Coaxial Digital Input Connector Input...
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SB 30 Connections and Controls Soundbar Top-Panel Controls Soundbar Status LEDs The soundbar has three LED indicators located behind the grille, as shown in the Standby mode. • Power LED is off: The soundbar is indicated by the soundbar Status LEDs (see below). Power LED: The Power LED will turn off ,...is amber), pressing the Power button will display different colors and patterns to indicate the following three surround modes: Stereo > Virtual > HARMAN Wave > Stereo, etc. The active input source is blue), pressing the Power button will turn on . • Power LED is flashing ...
SB 30 Connections and Controls Soundbar Top-Panel Controls Soundbar Status LEDs The soundbar has three LED indicators located behind the grille, as shown in the Standby mode. • Power LED is off: The soundbar is indicated by the soundbar Status LEDs (see below). Power LED: The Power LED will turn off ,...is amber), pressing the Power button will display different colors and patterns to indicate the following three surround modes: Stereo > Virtual > HARMAN Wave > Stereo, etc. The active input source is blue), pressing the Power button will turn on . • Power LED is flashing ...
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...position to become quite warm during normal operation RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Power LED (on page 11, for more information. SB 30 Subwoofer Controls Power LED (on top of unit) Connections and Controls Phase Switch Volume Control Wireless Code Switch Power Switch Power Cord This ...page 11, for the wireless subwoofer signal. Volume control: Use this switch will be left in the room. This phenomenon depends in the soundbar. turn it counterclockwise to each other in the "On" position. Phase switch: This switch determines whether the subwoofer driver's piston-like action ...
...position to become quite warm during normal operation RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Power LED (on page 11, for more information. SB 30 Subwoofer Controls Power LED (on top of unit) Connections and Controls Phase Switch Volume Control Wireless Code Switch Power Switch Power Cord This ...page 11, for the wireless subwoofer signal. Volume control: Use this switch will be left in the room. This phenomenon depends in the soundbar. turn it counterclockwise to each other in the "On" position. Phase switch: This switch determines whether the subwoofer driver's piston-like action ...
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...is appropriate for the wall's construction and materials. Power button: When the soundbar is in the "Wall" position. Room Size button: The Room Size button lets you tailor the soundbar's energy field in the HARMAN Wave surround mode to match the size of the TV screen when it into...TV stand, centered with the TV screen. The holes for the soundbar on the wall. SB 30 Remote Control Functions Mute Button Volume Down Button Surround Mode Button Room Size Button Remote Control Functions and Placing the Soundbar and Subwoofer Power Button Volume Up Button Dolby Volume Button Source ...
...is appropriate for the wall's construction and materials. Power button: When the soundbar is in the "Wall" position. Room Size button: The Room Size button lets you tailor the soundbar's energy field in the HARMAN Wave surround mode to match the size of the TV screen when it into...TV stand, centered with the TV screen. The holes for the soundbar on the wall. SB 30 Remote Control Functions Mute Button Volume Down Button Surround Mode Button Room Size Button Remote Control Functions and Placing the Soundbar and Subwoofer Power Button Volume Up Button Dolby Volume Button Source ...
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... subwoofer is appropriate for decoding. The TV will produce better results when using the Virtual and HARMAN Wave surround modes (see Surround Modes, on this page, attach the soundbar to the amount and quality of bass in that has a fixed (not variable) output level...) Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Optical Digital Audio Cable (supplied) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Coaxial Digital Audio Cable (not supplied) COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Satellite Tuner Disc Player 3. Move around to various locations in the room while the system is playing (putting your...
... subwoofer is appropriate for decoding. The TV will produce better results when using the Virtual and HARMAN Wave surround modes (see Surround Modes, on this page, attach the soundbar to the amount and quality of bass in that has a fixed (not variable) output level...) Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Optical Digital Audio Cable (supplied) OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Coaxial Digital Audio Cable (not supplied) COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Satellite Tuner Disc Player 3. Move around to various locations in the room while the system is playing (putting your...
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... and the Voltage Selector switch setting: 1. SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Set the soundbar's and subwoofer's Power switches in their "On" positions. SB 30 Connecting and Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Power Connections After you have made...you can leave both Power switches set both Power switches to "Off." SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Input Input L 1 2 3 4 AC Power Cord (supplied) Power Cord Voltage Selector Connector Switch Wall Outlet SB 30 Subwoofer Wall Outlet This area is designed to become quite warm during normal ...
... and the Voltage Selector switch setting: 1. SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Input Input L 1 2 3 4 Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Set the soundbar's and subwoofer's Power switches in their "On" positions. SB 30 Connecting and Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Power Connections After you have made...you can leave both Power switches set both Power switches to "Off." SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Input Input L 1 2 3 4 AC Power Cord (supplied) Power Cord Voltage Selector Connector Switch Wall Outlet SB 30 Subwoofer Wall Outlet This area is designed to become quite warm during normal ...
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... a different location. Turning the Subwoofer On and Off The subwoofer will automatically turn on the soundbar and the subwoofer must be set each of the other three positions. SB 30 Subwoofer This area is designed to become quite warm during normal operation RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO...on both music and films with that works for music. When setting the subwoofer's Volume control, listen to both the soundbar and subwoofer. SB 30 Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Wireless Code Switches In the unlikely event that you encounter interference when operating the system, or if you ...
... a different location. Turning the Subwoofer On and Off The subwoofer will automatically turn on the soundbar and the subwoofer must be set each of the other three positions. SB 30 Subwoofer This area is designed to become quite warm during normal operation RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO...on both music and films with that works for music. When setting the subwoofer's Volume control, listen to both the soundbar and subwoofer. SB 30 Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Wireless Code Switches In the unlikely event that you encounter interference when operating the system, or if you ...
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...the remote control's Mute button. Volume Down/Up Buttons Mute Button Volume Down/Up Buttons Analog Surround Modes Your soundbar incorporates extremely sophisticated digital signal processing that the SB 30 system will make percussive sounds like drums, piano and plucked strings sound more impact. Consult your TV, turn your... For the best sound, we recommend turning your TV's speakers off . Then use the soundbar's Volume Up/Down buttons to switch among the three surround modes: Stereo, Virtual and HARMAN Wave. If there is no way to turn its volume all the way down the buttons...
...the remote control's Mute button. Volume Down/Up Buttons Mute Button Volume Down/Up Buttons Analog Surround Modes Your soundbar incorporates extremely sophisticated digital signal processing that the SB 30 system will make percussive sounds like drums, piano and plucked strings sound more impact. Consult your TV, turn your... For the best sound, we recommend turning your TV's speakers off . Then use the soundbar's Volume Up/Down buttons to switch among the three surround modes: Stereo, Virtual and HARMAN Wave. If there is no way to turn its volume all the way down the buttons...
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...: Dolby Volume Off Dolby Volume Low Dolby Volume High The HARMAN Wave mode features a Room Size adjustment that would be created by many listeners seated over a large listening area. SB 30 Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Stereo: The Stereo mode reproduces the input signal ...in conventional two-channel stereo, utilizing the soundbar's left and right stereo signals. Digital equalization and digital crossover filters help...
...: Dolby Volume Off Dolby Volume Low Dolby Volume High The HARMAN Wave mode features a Room Size adjustment that would be created by many listeners seated over a large listening area. SB 30 Using Your Soundbar Speaker System Stereo: The Stereo mode reproduces the input signal ...in conventional two-channel stereo, utilizing the soundbar's left and right stereo signals. Digital equalization and digital crossover filters help...
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SB 30 Specifications SB 30 System Frequency response: SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Low-frequency transducers: High-frequency transducers: Amplifier power: Power requirement: Power consumption : Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: SB 30 Subwoofer Low-frequency transducer: Amplifier power: Frequency response: Controls: Enclosure type: Power requirement: Power consumption: Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: 40Hz - 20kHz Six x 2" (51mm) cones Seven x 1" (25mm) domes 40 watts x 4; 10 watts x 7 110V - 120V AC, 60Hz (USA); 220V - 240V AC, 50Hz (EU), selectable
SB 30 Specifications SB 30 System Frequency response: SB 30 CNTR Soundbar Low-frequency transducers: High-frequency transducers: Amplifier power: Power requirement: Power consumption : Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: SB 30 Subwoofer Low-frequency transducer: Amplifier power: Frequency response: Controls: Enclosure type: Power requirement: Power consumption: Dimensions (H x W x D): Weight: 40Hz - 20kHz Six x 2" (51mm) cones Seven x 1" (25mm) domes 40 watts x 4; 10 watts x 7 110V - 120V AC, 60Hz (USA); 220V - 240V AC, 50Hz (EU), selectable
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... wall outlet and take it to an authorized Harman Kardon service center. • Check that the subwoofer's power cord is plugged into a working AC outlet. • Check that the subwoofer's Power switch is in the "On" position. • Check that the soundbar is on (the Power LED is blue).... the input source device is playing an audio signal. • Check that the soundbar is set to the same setting number. • Move the subwoofer closer to the soundbar. SB 30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If your SB 30 system isn't performing the way you think it should, check to see if the...
... wall outlet and take it to an authorized Harman Kardon service center. • Check that the subwoofer's power cord is plugged into a working AC outlet. • Check that the subwoofer's Power switch is in the "On" position. • Check that the soundbar is on (the Power LED is blue).... the input source device is playing an audio signal. • Check that the soundbar is set to the same setting number. • Move the subwoofer closer to the soundbar. SB 30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If your SB 30 system isn't performing the way you think it should, check to see if the...
Product Information
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... any type of the perceived soundstage High-quality, high-performance audio Space-saving design Décor-friendly No unsightly wires between soundbar and subwoofer Offers more elegant solution, the Harman Kardon SB 30 home theatre soundbar system offers a single wireless subwoofer combined with an extremely advanced loudspeaker that works with stereo and multichannel sources Delivers a compelling...
... any type of the perceived soundstage High-quality, high-performance audio Space-saving design Décor-friendly No unsightly wires between soundbar and subwoofer Offers more elegant solution, the Harman Kardon SB 30 home theatre soundbar system offers a single wireless subwoofer combined with an extremely advanced loudspeaker that works with stereo and multichannel sources Delivers a compelling...
Product Information
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... a registered trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. DTS is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the same home Convenience...diverse locations with other RF devices Gives you the option of mounting your soundbar underneath your flatscreen TV, depending on your room configuration Allows you to ... different listening dynamics Allows you to change without notice. SB 30 Complete home theatre sound system featuring exclusive HARMAN Wave surround-sound technology and Dolby® Volume with ...
... a registered trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association. Harman Kardon is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. DTS is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the same home Convenience...diverse locations with other RF devices Gives you the option of mounting your soundbar underneath your flatscreen TV, depending on your room configuration Allows you to ... different listening dynamics Allows you to change without notice. SB 30 Complete home theatre sound system featuring exclusive HARMAN Wave surround-sound technology and Dolby® Volume with ...