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:

 

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No, connect your AURA to your home network (see QSG) once your AURA is connected and your device is on the same network. Simply open Spotify Premium, and a small speaker icon will be visible inside the app.

Due to Amazon Alexa's registration security, when you try to set up Amazon Alexa in the SmartThings app, it will automatically generate a "Enter code" pop-up on the "Register Your Device" screen. You can ignore this and just press "Continue" to proceed. You do not need to enter a code.

If you cannot stream music via AirPlay on your AirPlay compatible device, proceed with the following steps: 

1. Open the SmartThings app
2. Go to device's page in SmartThings app.
3. Select "Third Party Services".
4. Select "AirPlay".
5. Select "Reset AirPlay".

 

Never remove a USB stick while the BDS is playing files from it. If the system freezes, switch the BDS unit OFF and then ON with the switch on the back panel to reset.

"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."

Try another HDMI cable, and make sure that it is a high-speed version. This solution usually solves the problem, which is caused by insufficient cable bandwith.

If your SmartThings compatible speaker is not found during the setup process, try the following steps:

1. Ensure that your phone/tablet with the SmartThings app is less than 10m/33ft from the speaker during initial set-up.
2. Make sure your speaker is plugged into power and the LED display lights up.
   1. If the LED display is not turning on, reset the product to its factory settings.
   2. Once reset, try setting the speaker up again.
3. Power cycle your speaker. Restarting your speaker will often help resolve the issue with products not showing up during the setup. 
4. Unplug the power cord.
5. Wait for about 10 seconds.
6. Reconnect the power cord and make sure that the speaker is powering up.
7. Temporarily relocate your product by moving the speaker closer to your router.
   1. If your speaker is able to connect in this new location, the original location may be too far from the router to maintain a stable connection.
8. Use a different mobile device.
9. If the error persists, try using a different device that has the SmartThings app installed and is connected to your speaker.

 

This product features an echo-cancelling speaker phone for calls and meetings. 

This device supports both FAT16 and FAT32 USB formats.

Harman Kardon Radiance 2400 can decode Dolby Audio and DTS.

Dolby Atmos is not supported, but will be rendered as Dolby Audio.
Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS Surround (2.0 and 5.1) is supported, but will be downmixed to 2.1/2.0.
DTS Master Audio is not supported.

To switch from using AirPlay or Chromecast to Bluetooth, proceed with the following:
If this is your first time connecting the speaker via Bluetooth to your source device:

1. Press the Bluetooth button on your speaker. You should notice the button will begin flashing blue.
2. On your Bluetooth enabled source device, go to your settings
3. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on
4. Select your speaker from the list of available devices
5. Your speaker will change from flashing blue to a solid blue color once the speaker has been successfully paired.

If you have previously connected your source device to the speaker via Bluetooth:

1. Switch to Bluetooth input on the speaker by pressing the Bluetooth button.
2. Go to the settings of your source device
3. Make sure Bluetooth is enabled
4. Make sure your speaker shows as connected.
   1. If your speaker does not show that it is connected, click on the speaker from the list of devices
   2. If the speaker fails to connect after the previous step, you may need to select "forget this device" and proceed with the steps listed above.
5. Play music from the music streaming app via Bluetooth.

The amber LED lights indicate that the microphone is muted and the Google Assistant will not react to any voice keywords until the microphone is unmuted.

It is true that some Bluetooth products have a very loud BT acknowledgment tones. We are sorry, but the level of such tones cannot be changed, and no software solutions will appear.

Be aware that the BDS X75 and X77 have two power modes. By pressing the power button briefly, the unit goes into sleep mode, and the fan keeps cooling the unit. Holding down the power button for a couple of seconds puts the BDS into standby, and the fan stops.

If there isn't any input for 10 minutes, the ESQUIRE 2 will go into sleepmode, and after 20 minutes more of no activity, it will power itself off.

Your model AVR is equipped with a cooling fan that only comes on when the unit's internal temperature rises above a predetermined limit. Thanks to the massive heat sinks used in the AVR series, this temperature is rarely reached. A typical situation where the fan will come on is when the AVR is operating at a very loud volume level with program material that has sounds in all seven channels. Since this is a rare occurrence, you may never notice the fan working. In any case, when the fan does come on, the volume will be loud enough that you might not notice it. Thus, you may own an AVR for many years and never hear the fan, or see it in operation. There is no way to test the fan, and none is needed.

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.

Verify your TV supports the ARC feature.Make sure you enable the external speakers/ARC/digital audio output on your TV, this varies by TV manufacturer. Set the AVR1x1S to the TV input. Go into the AVR menu settings and under System Settings, make sure Audio Return Channel is set to Auto and set the TV Control to on.

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.

Move the sub closer to the SOUNDBAR for testing and see if the signal picks up. 1: Turn off any wireless routers or devices that run on 2.4ghz signals, such baby monitors, cordless phones, etc. and test to see if the subwoofer connects. 2: Test with a movie or music with a lot of action scenes or bass. If it's just dialogue, you may not hear the subwoofer.

Yes, by using the manual setup procedure it is possible to increase the signal volume level to the subwoofer, while reducing the level on the subwoofer itself. The reason it switches off is that the standby sensing circuit cannot sense music when the level is very low. By increasing the volume to the subwoofer and reducing its output on the sub itself, the signal sensing circuit has a better chance of recognizing an incoming signal, preventing the sub from switching off.

The two earpieces of your TWS headphones should normally be connected together without issue.  However, if they are no longer paired to each other, please follow these steps, in order.

1. Forget/unpair the headphones on your device.
2. Manually pair the two earpieces together following the "Manual Pairing Left & Right" instructions in your Owner's Manual/Quick Start Guide.
3. Pair the headphones to your device and see if this resolves the problem.
4. If manual pairing does not fix the problem, forget/unpair the headphones on your device again.
5. Initiate a Product Reset to reset the earbud’s Bluetooth connection.
   • Note that RESET will wipe all previous settings and pairings, so it will be necessary to pair your headphones with your devices again
   • Follow the Product Reset instructions in your Owner's Manual/Quick Start Guide.
   • Manually pair the 2 buds together again, as you did in step 2.  This additional step is necessary because, by default, the reset procedure does not automatically pair the two ear pieces together, but it does wipe all previous settings and resets the internal processor, so it is necessary to manually pair the two ear pieces together again.
   • Pair the buds to your Source Device.

It is possible to connect a wireless Citation Sub or Sub S to the Citation Amp.

To use Chromecast on a SmartThings compatible speaker, proceed with the following steps:

1. Go to the speaker's page in the SmartThings app.
2. Go to "Third Party Services".
3. Tap "Chromecast built-in".
4. Tap "enable".
5. Open a Chromecast enabled app on your smartphone or tablet.
6. Play music.
7. Press the Chromecast icon.
8. Select the Chromecast compatible speaker.

The TV input is a single audio input with different options for connectors. If an HDMI cable is connected, then it will always be prioritized. Optical and coaxial digital will be prioritized by first signal present (Be aware, that some optical outputs will register as signal always) It is not possible to change between the digital inputs for TV source via the remote control.

This receiver has a feature called "A/V Sync Delay" that allows you to manually set dissimilar video and audio synchronization that may occur with certain types of Plasma and HDTV's. The instruction for this setting can be found in your owner's manual in the section "Delay Adjustments" or "Delay Settings".

The Citation Amp can work with 4 ohm speakers and is rated at 200-watts per channel. Do not connect speakers less than 4 ohm!

You can use a 3.5 mini-jack cable to connect the Citation Amp (TRIGGER OUT 12V) with your subwoofer or other equipment to have them power on when the Citation Amp wakes from standby. When the Citation Amp is ON, there will be output 12V DC signal, and when the Citation Amp is OFF  mode, there is no output (0V DC).

Even though the Google Assistant is not built-in, Harman Kardon Radiance 2400 is compatible with a voice-assistant speaker, like the Harman Kardon Citation Series.

This product does not feature an IPX rating and is not waterproof. Over exposure to water or moisture can result in irreversible damage to this unit.

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.

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

Refurbished products in our "Outlet" menu are products that have been returned to us by our dealers, retailers or customers within the 30-day return period.

 

These products have been thoroughly checked and tested to meet the high standards that are set by HARMAN. A refurbished product contains the same features and functionalities as a new model. You may see some minor cosmetic imperfections, and perhaps the product has been repackaged in none-branded packaging, but you can be assured that these products will perform perfectly.

 

A refurbished product is covered by our 30-day return period and the same warranty conditions as with a similar new product. Voucher codes cannot be used to purchase refurbished Harman products unless the promotion explicitly states otherwise.

 

I can be that a refurbished product temporarily will have a sales price that is equivalent to or even exceeds the price a similar new product, if the new product is on sale.

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.

BDS 335/635 are our low cost models, still offering the thrills of a media center with Blu Ray disc player built-in. These systems have passive subwoofers, and the subwoofer amplifier is built in to the BDS unit. The x85S models offer more features, such as Spotify Connect support, and the use of active subwoofers. All depends on your needs and what your personal preferences will be.

Compared to the Citation Bar, the Citation Multibeam 1100 adds Dolby Atmos with up-firing drivers, Multibeam surround sound, Sound Calibration and PureVoice dialogue enhancement. 
 

They are meant as protective pads for the satellite speakers to stand on, preventing damage and scratches.

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!

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

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

We recommend using a microfiber cloth to polish the high-gloss surfaces, and a vacuum with either a stationary brush attachment or hose to clean the speaker grille. Do not use water to clean the products.

HVS is short for Harman Virtual Surround. This signal processing system can simulate surround effect from a stereo source.

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.

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.

(+) 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 of the surround mode functions in our devices work in different ways, and some might be useful in certain situations. Here is a list of each mode, explained with more details. HVS surround mode: Is the abbreviation for HARMAN Virtual Surround. It will process the signal to simulate a surround effect from a stereo source. DSP Bypass: Surround Off (DSP or Analog Bypass) = 2 CH STEREO. When this mode is selected, the BDS will pass the analog source material directly through to the front left and right speakers, bypassing the digital processing circuitry. Stereo mode: Turns off all surround processing and plays a pure two-channel signal or a downmix of a multichannel signal. The signal is digitized and bass management settings are applied, making it appropriate when a subwoofer is used. Pulse-code modulation (PCM): This method is used to digitally represent sampled analog signals, and two channels (stereo) is the most common format. PCM Stereo is what standard Audio CDs always use. Dynamic Range Control: This setting makes the loud and quiet parts of a movie or music sound closer to the same volume (a process known as compression). Compression lets you turn up the volume so you can hear the quiet parts without the loud parts disturbing other people. NOTE: This feature works only with Dolby Digital programs that have been specially encoded. Three settings are available: •• Off: Never applies compression. Use this setting when the volume may be as loud as you desire. •• On: Always applies compression. Use this setting when you want the volume to be as quiet as possible without making it difficult to hear spoken dialogue. •• Auto: Applies compression based on information encoded within the Dolby Digital bit-stream. The receiver will selectively apply compression only during the most dynamic parts of the soundtrack.

ONYX and AURA supports PCM, WMA, AAC, FLAC and MP3 via DLNA.

The optical input supports these formats: 2-ch PCM with 44.1k or 48k support, and Dolby Digital (1.0 to 5.1 channels).

In some cases there may be an unforeseen stock limitation or products may no longer be available. We will try to inform you by email as soon as possible of any delays and/or unforeseen changes.

All speakers are set to react when you use the keywords to interact with Google. To eliminate multiple speakers talking at the same time, using the "Microphone Mute" button will stop the speaker from reacting to the keywords.

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.

The Harman Kardon SB20 supports HDMI 1.4 with ARC to the TV.

Our AVR151S features HDMI 1.4a with 3D ready. AVR 161S and AVR 171S feature HDMI 2.0 with 3D ready. HDR is not supported.

JBL Connect+ can wirelessly link more than 100 JBL Connect+ enabled speakers together to amplify the party

Dolby Atmos is a 3D surround sound format. Using Dolby Atmos, the Citation Multibeam 1100 can reproduce multi-channel surround sound including height channel. For more information, visit Dolby Atmos at https://www.dolby.com/technologies/dolby-atmos. 
 

What is Proposition 65? Proposition 65 (“Prop 65”) is a California law that requires businesses to provide a warning before exposing individuals in California to any of 900-plus chemicals that California lists as a carcinogen or a reproductive toxicant (“Prop 65 List”). The list is available at: https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/proposition-65-list. The law includes specific warning language that can be used by businesses to comply. The specific warning language is called a “safe harbor.” Why is Harman including this warning? The chemicals in products that require the Prop 65 warning can vary based on product type. Many of the chemicals on the Prop 65 List are common additives found in products such as jewelry, lamps, ceramic tableware, food, lead crystal glasses, electric cords, automobiles, beauty products, and furniture. Does this law apply everywhere? No, Prop 65 warnings are only required under California law. Are Harman products that display the Proposition 65 warning safe? Harman is committed to making products that comply with all applicable laws and that are safe to use. California’s Prop 65 is not a product safety law, but a chemical right-to-know law. We believe our products are safe when used as intended. I purchased this product outside of California, why does it include a Prop 65 warning? Harman sells products throughout the U.S. We do not know where each item will ship. We have no alternative except to place the Prop 65 warning on all of our products regardless of where they are sold. For more information go to: https://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/general-info/proposition-65-plain-language If you have any questions about any of our products, please contact: LA.PROP65@harman.com

PureVoice is a new patent-pending technology from Harman, that actively analyzes media content to make the dialogue in Movies and TV programs easier to hear.
 

AURA Studio is a Bluetooth speaker plus microphone built-in, where AURA has Wi-Fi built-in for AirPlay, DLNA and Spotify Connect solutions.