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  • No, we only have support for MHL compatible devices, which Chromecast do not support.
  • Our BDS system does supports WPS PIN, please do the following:
    1. Select WPS PIN from the Setup Wi-Fi list. A PIN code is displayed on the screen.
    2. Enter this same PIN on your wireless router’s internal web page to connect. See your router’s user manual for more details.
  • For your personal safety and to avoid possible damage to your equipment and speakers, it is always a good practice to turn off and unplug the AVR and ALL source equipment from the AC output before making any audio or video system connections.
  • For your personal safety and to avoid possible damage to your equipment and speakers, it is always a good practice to turn off and unplug the AVR and ALL source equipment from the AC output before making any audio or video system connections.
  • Yes, our AVR's have ARC (Audio Return Channel) on one of our HDMI ports (Labeled ARC). ARC will process both video and audio coming from your TV into the AVR and back, and if you have another source like BlueRay player in one of the other HDMI ports. It will transfer video and audio via the ARC port to your TV.
  • The OMNI BAR+ as standalone system is 2.1, however when using it in a 5.1 wireless surround system, it generates a virtual acoustic center speaker to complete the 5.1 Surround system. In that combination it will be a 3.1 system.
  • Please do the following in this order…
    1. Go into the app and clear the Cache
    2. Uninstall the app from your device
    3. Forget or unpair the headphones/speaker from the Bluetooth list on your device
    4. Reboot the device/phone twice (this is an important step, as it ensures that the device has gone through an entire on/off cycle without ever seeing the app or Bluetooth pairing, so all remnants are removed from the phone)
    5. Reset the headphones/speaker
    6. Pair the headphone/speaker to your device
    7. Play some music to ensure a good Bluetooth connection
    8. Download and install the app
    9. Open the app and allow all permissions (app will not function without permissions)
    10. When the app opens, it should find your speaker and function properly
    Note: We cannot guarantee the use of our app when using Beta versions of Operating Systems.
     
  • No it is only available in black.
  • No it is a premium material with leather look.
  • No, the operating system itself is not crucial, and no additional driver is necessary for Bluetooth connection of speaker and microphone.
  • No. The Dual Wireless Sound featured in the Onyx Studio 5 only gives you the capability to connect to a second Onyx Studio 5. It is not possible to connect the Onyx Studio 3 and 5 together. The Onyx Studio 5 can only be connected to no more than one other Onyx Studio 5.
  • It would depend where you buy it from. If you bought it in Germany, it will speak German from the start and if you bought it from USA or UK it will speak English. The langauge of the speaker can be changed in our HK Alexa setup app. Go to Settings, Device, Language and select your preferred language.
  • The IENC is not a wireless headphone. It is a wired headphone equipped with a 3.5 mm jack and a Noise Canceling box to control ambient aware sound.
  • No, you can easily scroll through your library with ease.
  • Yes, the material used for the strap is synthetic leather (PU/polyurethane).
  • Yes. This product has a rechargeable battery and a handle for carrying.
  • This function is not available on these BDS units. So-called five-channel stereo is a feature which is available in Harman Kardon AVR surround receivers, but it has not been included in the BDS platform.
  • Yes, it can be done very easily. 1: First power on your AURA Studio. 2: Press volume + and Phone button at the same time for 5 seconds. 3: All LED light indicators will flash for 1 second. 4: Your AURA Studio has been reset.
  • Yes, press and simultaneously hold down the Aux and the Zoom (Blue) buttons on the BDS remote control for at least three seconds. The input selector panel buttons all flash three times.
  • The Checklist

    Let us walk-through a list of things needed to ensure every requirement is met.

    1. Check your mobile device if that is able to connect to same Wireless network.
    2. Make sure you are within range of your Wireless router.
    3. Check the Wireless signal on your mobile device, does it have a weak signal then move closer to the router.
    4. Try both Wireless network bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz in case one of them are failing.
      1. You will have longer range with 2.4GHz, but less performance and most of the times a crowded network (many devices are using 2.4GHz band).
      2. You will have less interference with 5GHz and higher performance, however, the range of the 5GHz network has shorter range.
    5. Try using a different mobile device, if you have one.
    6. Reboot your Wireless network router and your mobile device.
    Watch the video below for help with setting up your Google Assistant device.

    Wireless Network Extender

    Some houses or apartments can be too big for one Wireless network router to cover it all.
    Let's talk about the issues that might appear with an Extender network.

    1. Network Extenders that will help cover poor signal in your home, often results in poor connection and low speed performance.
    2. Often the Network Extender is a low budget device or not suited for having too many devices attached to it.
    3. Placement of the speaker is crucial as you can put it in a place where it could connect to either main Wireless router or the Extender, that will confuse Wireless network devices.
    4. To solve this issue, try move the speaker closer to main router or have fewer devices attached to your Wireless Extender.
    5. In addition, always use 5GHz connection between your Network extender and main router (best solution and performance).

    One Wireless Network Name (SSID)

    1. You may have set the Wireless Network SSID (Wi-Fi network name) to one big Wireless network (With a main router + Extender(s).
    2. If the Wireless speaker is within range of both Wireless networks (Main router & Extender) then it can get confused with which one to connect to.
    3. To solve this issue, using two different name for your extended network will help with the performance of the Wireless connected speaker and Google Assistant request.

     

  • The Checklist

    Let us walk-through a list of things needed to ensure every requirement is met.

    1. Check your mobile device if that is able to connect to same Wireless network.
    2. Make sure you are within range of your Wireless router.
    3. Check the Wireless signal on your mobile device, does it have a weak signal then move closer to the router.
    4. Try both Wireless network bands 2.4GHz and 5GHz in case one of them are failing.
      1. You will have longer range with 2.4GHz, but less performance and most of the times a crowded network (many devices are using 2.4GHz band).
      2. You will have less interference with 5GHz and higher performance, however, the range of the 5GHz network has shorter range.
    5. Try using a different mobile device, if you have one.
    6. Reboot your Wireless network router and your mobile device.
    Watch the video below for help with setting up your Google Assistant device.

    Wireless Network Extender

    Some houses or apartments can be too big for one Wireless network router to cover it all.
    Let's talk about the issues that might appear with an Extender network.

    1. Network Extenders that will help cover poor signal in your home, often results in poor connection and low speed performance.
    2. Often the Network Extender is a low budget device or not suited for having too many devices attached to it.
    3. Placement of the speaker is crucial as you can put it in a place where it could connect to either main Wireless router or the Extender, that will confuse Wireless network devices.
    4. To solve this issue, try move the speaker closer to main router or have fewer devices attached to your Wireless Extender.
    5. In addition, always use 5GHz connection between your Network extender and main router (best solution and performance).

    One Wireless Network Name (SSID)

    1. You may have set the Wireless Network SSID (Wi-Fi network name) to one big Wireless network (With a main router + Extender(s).
    2. If the speaker is within range of both Wireless networks (Main router & Extender) then it can get confused with which one to connect to.
    3. To solve this issue, using two different name for your extended network will help with the performance of the Speaker and Google Assistant request.







     

  • 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.
  • You can create a multi-room setup using Chromecast built-in™ or Airplay, linking to other speakers with the same feature including the Harman Kardon Citation Series.
  • The Aura only goes from sleep mode to stand-by mode if you either press Power Off, or leave the Aura inactive for 30 minutes with no wifi connection established. Please note that the power light dims when Aura enters sleep mode, but extinguishes completely in stand-by mode. Please note that in both Sleep and Standby modes, Bluetooth remains active, and Aura will wake up if BT transmission is received.
  • To use the speaker as PC speaker, please make sure your PC supports our Bluetooth specifications and specifically A2DP Codec for Stereo Audio streaming
  • There are five possible reasons for the receiver shutting down. 1. There is a problem internally with the receiver. 2. There is a problem with one or more of your speakers. 3. There is a problem with one or more of your speaker wires. 4. There is a problem with the speaker wiring done on your system. 5. The unit is overheating. No ventilation. First, check the wiring at every speaker terminal at the back of your receiver and at the back of your speakers. A single strand of speaker wire crossing from one terminal to another would be enough to cause the amp to shut down or go into PROTECT. If you do not find any problems with any of the wiring, you should disconnect all speakers from your receiver. If the receiver continues to go into PROTECT, the problem is in the receiver. Please submit a case on the Contact Us page. They will be able to assist you. However, if it turns on, the problem is elsewhere. Begin reconnecting one speaker at a time. Eventually you will connect a speaker that will cause the receiver to shut down. At this point you have found your culprit. On the other hand, it may just be overheating. You must have at least 2 - 3 inches of space between the top of the unit and any shelf or component above the unit. The unit should not be inside a sealed compartment when being used. The unit must be able to breath. There are very powerful amps in these receivers. If they run too hot, they will shut down. An external fan can help this.
  • If you have enabled HDMI-link (CEC function), then you will experience that your AVR will do some actions based on the CEC function coming from your TV, which in this case it will follow your TV when it goes into standby.
  • Yes, playlists in these BDS units have an upper limit of 100 files.
  • We always recommend to use the online updating tool inside BDS, as it is connected directly to our server and if new software are available, it will be there first. We are trying to update our website as quickly as possible.
  • This can be caused by many things. It could be obstacles between your device and router, or that your device has been placed too far away. To enhance the WiFi signal for your BDS, please make sure to place the included antenna on its threaded socket, then try search for any WiFi network again. If this still does not work, try moving your BDS closer to the router until connection is established, ensuring that the BDS WiFi network module is working. If nothing happens, the network module of the BDS or your router have a problem. In case you need more help, contact our support for more tips.
  • Make sure your home network's Internet connection is active and the Citation speaker is placed within Wi-Fi range. If you are using a Wi-Fi extender, your speaker may be confused which network to connect to. If this is happening, try moving the speaker closer to the main router and renaming the Wi-Fi extender.
  • Fortunately the Go+Play in all versions is made with this problem in mind. One of the feet is adjustable. Look at the four feet. One is different from the others. You can insert a 3mm hex key into the center hole in it, then loosen the foot insert and unscrew it until the unit is steady. The adjustable insert may stick a little, so exert a steady, firm pressure to get it loose if this is the case.
  • Sometimes after a system update, many Bluetooth connections and application handshakes no longer function. Therefore we advise to delete the existing pairing, and restart your smart device/telephone/tablet computer. After restart is completed, please connect to the product once again via Bluetooth. It should now be visible in our HK Remote app.
  • The Go+Play Wireless must be in Standby to be able to switch On when receiving a signal. This function uses a small amount of power, and cannot be switched off. Remove batteries when not in use for more than 2 weeks to prevent power draining.
  • If you are experience problems with reading any CD disc, please go to an authorized service center for help.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Yes, it will power off after removing charging cable. It is by design.
    1. Ensure that your Harman Kardon One app device is less than 10m/33ft from the speaker during the initial set-up.
    2. Ensure it is plugged into power and the power LED is illuminated.
    3. Unplug the power cord, wait 10 seconds, reconnect the power cord and allow the speaker to power up.
    4. Temporarily relocate either the speaker or router so that they are closer together. If the connection succeeds, the original location may be too far from the router to maintain a stable connection.
    5. Try using a different device with the Harman Kardon ONE app installed and connected to your home network.
  • With some Blu-ray discs, you have to go to the Settings Menu of your Blu-ray player and select "Bitstream" or "Bitstream Native". This will carry the DTS HD Master signal to be decoded in the AVR, and the AVR front panel should show the correct text.
  • Yes, this is a normal characteristic of this system.
  • You might accidentally pressed volume- and surround button at the same time. This combination activate a special demo mode for the product. To stop the demo mode, either perform a full reset by holding down volume+ and surround button for 5 seconds or when power is on, press volume- and surround button again for 5 seconds.
  • 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.
  • Check your audio cables and make sure they are secure. Set the volume of the source device (if applicable) to a higher level.
  • 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.
  • - 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
  • Yes, the 8 hours time is for conference calls and music playback, but will of course depend on volume level and music content.
  • 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.
  • Check if the tower and subwoofer’s LEDs are in solid white color. A blinking LED means a disconnection. In this case, hold RESET on the back of the tower or subwoofer for 5 seconds to enter pairing mode. On the touchscreen, tap “Speaker Setup” > “Pairing” > “Tower Setup” or “Subwoofer pairing”, then follow the onscreen instructions to pair with the digital hub again.
  • If you are experiencing issues when setting up your HK Citation Oasis to your WiFi network using the Google Home app, then please turn Bluetooth off on your phone, then turn Bluetooth back on again and try the setup again.
  • Looking to register your product?
    We have addressed some of the questions that you might have. But feel free to reach out to us anytime you need us!

    Where can I register my product?
    Visit our product registration page here.


    Do I need to register my product for warranty?
    No. Warranty is never depending on the registration of a product. Registration simply helps keep a record of your purchase(s) and gives you the opportunity to stay update on any information about your product(s).


    Do I need an account to register my product?
    Yes. We have made it easy to create an account for you so you can enjoy the benefits of having an account, including the option of registering your product.



    Already registered a product and have questions?
    Go no further! We hope you can answer your questions below. If needed, get in touch. We are always here to help you!

    Can I edit an existing product registration of mine?
    Partly, yes. You can edit the “Date of purchase” and “Serial Number” fields.

    To do so, log into your account and select "My Product Registrations", find the relevant product from your list of registrations and select “View Registration”. Here you will find the option “Edit registration”.

    If you wish to make changes to any other fields, please delete the relevant registration completely (see instructions below) and simply create a new registration.


    Can I delete an existing product registrations of mine?
    Yes. To delete an existing product registration, you can use the “Delete registration” option.

    Log into your account and select "My Product Registrations", find the relevant product from your list of registrations and select “View Registration”. Here you will find the option “Delete registration”.
     
  • RADIANCE 2400

    Software Update Release Notes

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    Version:  94384

    Release Date: July 8, 2024

    Release Media: OTA (over the air) Automatic Upgrade


    1. Upgrade to Google SDK 1.56 to resolve issues related to Wi-Fi set up in the Google Home app and compatibility with 1st party Google speakers.


  • 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+.
  • Make sure you download the latest version of the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play (for Android devices). - Make sure you device is connected to the same wireless network as your AVR1x1S or AVR1x10S model and not on 3G/LTE.
  • Returns Policy

    Buy with confidence. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed! To learn more our free and easy returns, please visit this link:

    https://www.harmankardon.com/returns.html

     
  • The Roon controller (DLNA) is not supported, but it is possible to use the Chromecast or Airplay from the Citation Amp to create a room within the Roon app (needs subscription with Roon). 
  • In the United States a business must charge sales tax in states where they have a physical presence (a warehouse, store, administrative office, sales office, etc.). When buying direct from Harman or any of our subsidiaries, we are required by law to charge sales tax in the following states where we have a physical presence. All other states are not subject to sales tax.


    California 

    Connecticut 

    Florida 

    Georgia 

    Kentucky 

    Michigan 

    Missouri 

    New Jersey 

    New York 

    North Carolina 

    Pennsylvania 

    South Carolina 

    South Dakota 

    Tennessee 

    Washington 

    West Virginia 

    Wisconsin

  • As default the line output is set to Fixed. You can change it to variable in the advanced settings.
    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 BT
    4. Enable Location services location icon
    5. Open your Google Home app Google Home app
      1. Make sure you have permitted the Google Home app to view your location.
    6. First option NEXT oPTTap Addaddd Next topSet up device Setup device NEXT opSet up new devices in your home home icon
    7. Second  option NEXT NEXTTap Disocvery Next topX device found Setup ICON deviceNEXT opSelect Home locationhome icon
    8. Follow the instruction on screen to add your new Harman Kardon Citation speaker.
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    Still not sure how to connect, then watch this video below:

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