All AVR models up to and including 151S, 161S and 171S feature HDCP version 1.4. (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection). This is also true for BDS 280, 580, 280S and 580S. It is not possible to update to version 2.2 with any software/firmware update, as this requires a hardware change. Future models may feature version 2.2, made for UHD/4k content.

(+) Button A short press will increase the volume. A long press will skip to the next track. (-) Button A short press will decrease the volume. A long press will skip back a track. Middle (Multifunction Button) A short press will play/pause music or answer/end calls. A long press on the middle button will turn the device on/off.

All products must be on Wi-Fi 5GHz network, and you need two additional OMNI+ speakers of the same model (2 x OMNI 20+ for example) to create 5.1 wireless surround sound.

The sound feedback is the tone you hear when you send a command to the soundbar. This confirmation tone can be switched off, if you do not want it to be heard.

There are tons of features that you can use with your Harman Kardon Allure spaeker and Alexa app. We advise going to Amazon's own webpage for more assistance with the Alexa app and what you can do with it. https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201602230

The silver cable is intended for use with Apple sources. The black cable is intended for use with Android/universal sources.

There are a couple of things that you will need to install your Harman Kardon Allure speaker. 1. Amazon account (US, UK or Germany are the only ones supported now). 2. An Android device (Android 6.x and up) or Apple device (iOS 9.3 and up). 3. A Wi-Fi network with UPnP enabled. 4. Our HK Alexa setup app from the App store. If you have met all the criteria for installing your new Harman Kardon Allure speaker, then you are ready to enjoy a voice-activated speaker and great music!

HDCP (High Definition Copy Protection) 2.2 will become mandatory for 4K/UHD content only. First source should be the 4K BD player announced at IFA for spring 2016 from Samsung. In case of HDCP 2.2, the whole chain needs to be compatible to work from source to AVR to TV. If one of the devices in the chain is not HDCP 2.2-compliant, the player will downscale the content to 1080p. No black screen. This is the theory, anyway. HDCP 2.2 is copy-protection, so it does not decode the signal, but is concerned with preserving the content from being copied and distributed on the internet. The problem of HDCP 2.2 is that it is hardware-based, and not software-based, so there is nothing we can do on our existing models, like any other AVR manufacturer or TV. Please note that self-produced 4K material is no problem, since self-produced material has no digital HDCP copy protection. Only streamed material and UHD-Blu-ray will not work, since the HDCP protection will stop the signal in the receiver.

Vi currently includes support for indoor/outdoor Walking, Jogging, Running, Sprinting, HIIT Runs and Cycling. Our supported activities will continue expanding every few months.

This unit is IPX7 rated, which means that you can submerge the unit in water as deep as 3 feet (1 meter) for up to 30 minutes.

If you experience a problem with setup using an Android 7.0 or higher device, please perform the following steps: First, force stop the HK Controller app from running in background. Second, go to your phone or tablet Wi-Fi settings, find the Omni speaker setup Wi-Fi network, and select “Forget Network”.Third, reopen the HK Controller app and begin the setup process again. After performing these steps, you will be able to complete the setup process for your speakers.

Although the owner's manual states that owner can use this connector for home upgrade procedure, this is not so. The USB-connector used cannot be bought in commercially available cables, and the port must be considered for technician's use only.

"In certain network conditions, your speaker may not be visible from your streaming app. You can still use voice control to start & control playback. If you wish to use your phone app to control playback, please power cycle your Citation speaker and your phone."

1. Power on your Harman Kardon Citation speaker.
2. Verify that you are connected to the right Wi-Fi network on your smartphone.
3. Open your Google Home app .
4. Enable Bluetooth
5. First option Tap Add Set up device Set up new devices in your home
6. Second  option Tap X device found Select Home location
7. Follow the instruction on screen to add your new Harman Kardon Citation speaker.

Still not sure how to connect, then watch this video below:

 

1. Power on your Harman Kardon Citation speaker.
2. Verify that you are connected to the right Wi-Fi network on your smartphone.
3. Enable Bluetooth
4. Enable Location services
5. Open your Google Home app
   1. Make sure you have permitted the Google Home app to view your location.
6. First option Tap Add Set up device Set up new devices in your home
7. Second  option Tap X device found Select Home location
8. Follow the instruction on screen to add your new Harman Kardon Citation speaker.

 

Still not sure how to connect, then watch this video below:

No, that is not possible. However, you can create a 5.1 wireless surround system to extend your TV or movie sound. All you need is two additional OMNI+ speakers, such as 2 x OMNI 10+, OMNI 20+ or OMNI 50+.

In most cases when a Computer/PC/Laptop has issues connecting to a Bluetooth device (Portable speaker, Headphones, Active speakers), it's caused by your Computer/PC/Laptop's Bluetooth driver (software).

The driver (software) should support the following Bluetooth protocols, to be able to play music/sound from your Computer/PC/Laptop:

• A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) driver for your Computer/PC/Headphones to transfer music.

• AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile) driver to send skip/forward/pause/play music to your device

Always get the latest driver version available for your Computer/PC/Laptop.

To download the correct driver (software), visit the manufacturer's website of your Computer/PC/Laptop. They usually have a "Support/Download" section where you can find the correct driver. Otherwise, we advise you to contact their support.

The standard drivers provided by Microsoft/Windows system are not correct and will result in error messages (such as having to enter a PIN code), or pairing will not work.

- Try to disconnect some devices from your Wi-Fi network. Some routers may have weak performance, which can cause issues and poor connection to all devices in your network. - If your router supports 5Ghz ( 802.11N or AC ) and you have devices that are capable of using 5 GHz Wi-Fi then switch to that specific network for best performance. - If you have a lot of ( Legacy / older than 5 years ) devices on 2.4GHz network, try limiting them to max. 6 connected simultaneously

What you need first

Make sure that the device is installed on your Wireless network, by ensuring these steps below:

1. You have the most recent version of the Google Home app installed 
2. Your Citation device is powered on
3. Your Citation device is plugged into a wall outlet.
4. The Citation device is located near your router 
5. The white LED lights in front of the Citation device are blinking 
6. If you are using an Apple iOS device, you need to turn on Bluetooth to installed the device.

   1. On your iOS device Home screen, tap Settings > Bluetooth 

   2. Make sure Bluetooth is on
   3. Return back to the Google Home app 
   4. Your Citation device should appear as "Set up this device"
7. If you are using an Android device, you need to turn on Bluetooth and Location Services.
   1. On your Android device, tap Settings.
   2. Find Bluetooth settings > Make sure Bluetooth is on
   3. Tap Location > Turn on location 
   4. Tap Settings > Apps > Google Home app > Permissions.
   5. Next to "Location",  check the slider is on.
   6. Your Citation device should appear as "Set up this device" .

If you are still having trouble discovering your Citation devices in the Google Home app, follow the steps below for further troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting

Step 1. Reboot your Citation device 

1. Disconnect the power cable from your Citation device 
2. Reconnect power cable to your Citation device 

Step 2. Force close and relaunch the Google Home app      

1. From your Apple iOS device, do the following below:                   
   1. Press the Home button two times quickly. There will be a small preview of your recently used apps.      
   2. Select the app you want to close and swipe up towards the top of the screen.
   3. Launch the Google Home app again.        
2. From your Android device, do the following below:              
   1. Launch the Recent Applications menu to see small previews of your recently used apps. The Recent Apps button, a square icon, should be accessible at nearly any time along the bottom of the screen along with the other buttons on the virtual task bar.
   2. Select the app you want to close and swipe left or tap the X.
   3. Launch the Google Home app again.

 

Last thing to try​ 

If you are still experiencing issues with your Citation device not connecting to your Wireless network, try the following:

1. Try finding another mobile device to set up your Citation device, sometimes it can help connecting your speaker 

2. Relocate your Citation device, or try to disable other Wireless network devices that might cause interference for your Citation device.

3. Perform a factory reset of your device, by holding down the reset button for more than 5 seconds.
4. Reboot your Wireless router           
5. Lastly, try turning Wi-Fi off and then back on again on your mobile device. Reopen your Google Home app and try again.

Do not worry, pairing both devices is easy and quick. Press the "pairing" button on the back of the Omni Bar, then press "pairing" button on the subwoofer. They will start communicating with each other, and when both devices show white light in the LED on the back, that indicates that they are paired.

One explanation can be that your OMNI 50+ is part of a 5.1 system with your Omni Bar, which will make the surround OMNI 50+ left and right rear speakers act as "secondary", and Bluetooth connection is not possible to secondary speakers. To use the OMNI 50+ as a portable speaker again, simply perform a reset of the speaker by pressing the reset button for 5 seconds. Please note that after resetting your OMNI 50+, it is no longer part of the 5.1 wireless system.

Dual band routers that have 2.4 and 5 GHz connection bands. If devices connect on different bands, they cannot see one another. Please make sure your phone and speakers are both connected to 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz and that there is no AP isolation activated between them.

If your Wi-Fi network name has special characters, such as (, `, \, ', ", or ), then please change the name of your Wi-Fi network, as these characters are not supported. After changing the name, you can go ahead and setup the speaker to your Wi-Fi network.

The speaker is IPX5 certified, it can withstand direct splashes from any direction for up to 3 minutes. Although a little snow or rain won't hurt it, we do not recommend keeping the speaker outside during rain and/or snow. Also be aware of extreme hot or cold temperatures, they may be damaging.