Harman Kardon Citation ONE
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Product Specifications
- Model Name
- Citation ONE
- Power Supply
- 100-240V – 50/60Hz
- Bluetooth® version
- 4.2
- Bluetooth transmitter frequency range
- 2402 – 2480MHz
- Bluetooth transmitter power
- <5dBm
- Bluetooth transmitter modulation
- GFSK,π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
- Wireless network
- 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz/5GHz)
- 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range
- 2412 – 2472MHz (2.4GHzISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 Channels)
- 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power
- <20dBm
- 2.4G Wi-Fi modulation
- DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, QPSK, BPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
- 5G Wi-Fi transmitter power
- <23dBm
- 5G Wi-Fi modulation
- QPSK, BPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, 256QAM
- 5G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range
- 5.15 - 5.35GHz, 5.470 - 5.725GHz, 5.725 - 5.825GHz
- Note
- CITATION ONE is intended to be used for streamingmusic. A consumer can streamBluetooth audio to the speaker. A consumer can connect their speaker to the localWi-Fi Network and streammusic with Google Chromecast. In addition, the speaker will work with Google Home. This product is designed to be instantly on and ready to playmusic at amoment's notice, therefore, the Bluetooth andWi-Fi connectionmust remain active at all times to ensure proper operation CITATION ONE is in compliance with the European Union energy legislation. CITATION ONE complies with European Commission Regulation (EC) No 1275/2008 and (EU) No 801/2013 as a networked equipment with high network availability (HiNA equipment and equipment with HiNA functionality). Power consumption Standby
- Signal-to-noise ratio
- >80dB
- Supported audio formats
- HE-AAC, LC-AAC, MP3, Vorbis, WAV (LPCM), FLAC, Opus
- Output power
- 40W RMS
- Transducer
- 1 x 20mm tweeter, 1 x 89mm woofer
- Dimensions (W x H x D)
- 140 x 188x 140 mm
- Weight
- 2 kg (4.4lb)
Beautiful Sound That Speaks To You
The Harman Kardon Citation ONE is a next generation smart speaker with rich sound and an all-in-one compact design. Easy to use, Citation ONE blends innovation in home audio with attention to detail in design, allowing for sophisticated looks and surprising sound in a compact design. Music lovers will love the room-filling sound and access to over 300 music services and high-definition streaming through Chromecast built-in. The Google Assistant brings convenient voice control to your Citation ONE for hands-free help around the home. Get answers, play music, organize your day, control your smart home, enjoy your entertainment and more, just with your voice!
Citation ONE blends innovation in home audio entertainment with a sophisticated and beautiful design. The premium blended wool fabric, made by Kvadrat, is dirt repellent and flame retardant.
For over 65 years for Harman Kardon has been dedicated to delivering luxurious audio experiences that allow the listener to feel the music and immerse them in the moment. Citation is the ultimate expression and is the worlds first truly premium product of its kind.
The Citation ONE delivers multi-room capability by adding additional Citation speakers to create the ultimate whole house audio experience. You can play the same music or different music in different rooms and control it from a tablet or smartphone.
The Google Assistant brings convenient voice control to your Citation wireless home sound system. Get answers, play music, tackle your day, enjoy your entertainment and control your smart home with just your voice.
Use your voice to ask for your favorite songs and enjoy high-definition music streaming, powered by the cloud.
Listen to your favorite audio content, Internet radio and podcasts, all in high-definition through Chromecast built-in.
Pair two Citation ONE speakers in the same room for stereo sound.
For additional security and privacy, the speaker's microphones can be switched off. Multi-color LED indicators show the current state of these microphones.
With automatic software updates for new features and services, your music and voice options will always be up to date and at its best.
With the free Google Home app for iOS and Android, you can easily setup and manage any of the Citation speakers. All speakers support both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi connections.
Wirelessly stream your music from your smartphone or tablet.
FAQs & How-Tos
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Getting started with the checklist
- A Harman Kardon Citation device(s).
- Latest version of the Google Home app installed on your mobile device.
- Latest version of the Google app
(Android only) installed on your mobile device
- A Google Account (you can create one online via Google).
- A mobile device with either iOS or Android support.
- Must have iOS 10 or higher
- Must have Android 5.0 and higher
- There is no support for PC set up.
- Your mobile device must support 5 GHz Wireless Network connection in order to set up our Harman Kardon Citation device. Note: Wireless Network with WPA2-Enterprise encryption is not supported.
- An internet connection from your local ISP (Internet Service Provider).
- Your Wireless Network must secured with WPA2 Encryption (Enterprise mode NOT supported).
- Availability and performance of certain features, services and applications are device- and network-dependent and may not be available in all areas; subscription(s) may be required, and additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply.
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Citation will work with any smart home or iOT device labeled Works with Google Assistant. Visit http://assistant.google.com to learn more.Was this helpful? Thank you for your feedback!
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JBL Playlist: Yes, it can be used with Bluetooth out of the box, and also Chromecast (setup is done via Google Home, but speaker does not have Google Assistant built-in) JBL Link Bar: Yes, it can be used with Bluetooth and Chromecast after setting the bar up with a Google account - choosing not to activate the Google Assistant. JBL Link Music: No, this speaker requires setup via Google Home JBL Link Portable: No, this speaker requires setup via Google Home JBL Link 10, 20 and Link View: No, these speakers requires setup via Google Home Harman Kardon Citation series: No, this speaker requires setup via Google Home Harman Kardon Allure: Yes, Bluetooth is available from factory settings. Every time it is powered on and off, the speaker will say "Now in setup mode, follow the instructions in the Harman Kardon Alexa App." Harman Kardon Allure Portable: Yes, Bluetooth will be available after initial setup in the Harman Kardon Alexa App. This means that you have to log in with your Amazon account at first, and if you do not want to use the Alexa assistant, log out of you Amazon account afterwards. Harman Kardon Astra: Yes, Bluetooth will be available after initial setup in the Harman Kardon Alexa App. This means that you have to log in with your Amazon account at first, and if you do not want to use the Alexa assistant, log out of you Amazon account afterwards.Was this helpful? Thank you for your feedback!
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No, the Citation speaker does not store any conversations, it listens only for a few seconds and then deletes the file. Only when using "OK, Google" or "Hey, Google" will it start recording your question in order for Google Assistant to fulfill your request. You can always delete all your recordings via "My activity" settings under your Google Account.Was this helpful? Thank you for your feedback!
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As of December 1, 2022, Google Assistant on third party smart displays, soundbars, and speakers are no longer able to make a voice call to a landline or mobile number on the carrier network. Voice-over-IP calls continue to work. This is due to the ongoing infrastructure improvements.
Please click here to see Google’s official statement/article explaining this.
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For Citation ONE, Citation 100, Citation Sub and Citation Surround, Press and hold the RESET button on the speaker for 5 seconds. For Citation 300, Citation 500, Citation Bar and Citation Tower, Press and hold the RESET button on the speaker for 5 seconds, or select the Factory Reset option in the touch screen settings menu.Was this helpful? Thank you for your feedback!
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Citation One and Citation 100
- Press the Bluetooth
icon. Located on the top panel.
- Go to
-menu
Make sure Bluetooth is
- Find your Citation speaker and connect.
- You are now connected and ready to play music over Bluetooth, Enjoy!
Citation 300, 500, Bar and Towers
- Swipe up
on the display to find Bluetooth icon.
- Tap
- Find your Citation speaker.
- You are now connected and ready to play music over Bluetooth, Enjoy!
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If you have two of the same model Google Assistant speakers, you can create a stereo speaker system.
How to create a stereo pair...
- Open the Google Home app
- Find the speaker you want to setup in stereo pair
- Find the speaker/room
- Tap on Settings
- Go to Sound Settings
- Find the Speaker pair
- You are now entering the setup page
Tap
- Find your speaker under the Pair with list and tap.
- Move the speaker to be Left or Right side and press
- You can tap on Play sound to identify which speaker it is.
- Find a name for your Stereo pair
- It takes a minute to complete the setup.
- When the configuration is done it will say Ready
- Press Done
NOTE 1: This is only possible with two of the same speakers. If they are not identical (Example: Citation 100 & Citation One), setting up a stereo pair will not be an option.
NOTE 2: It is possible to make a stereo pair of a Mk1 with a Mk2. Setup as normal.
Airplay from the Mk2 will not be available.
NOTE 3: It is only possible to use Chromecast and Bluetooth in stereo, Airplay will be mono (and should be grouped in iOS Airplay menu.
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This video shows how to play music and much more with your Google Assistant. You can practice all of your voice commands on your Harman/Kardon Citation or JBL LINK products.
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