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Never remove grille covers in order to service the product. The product does not contain any user serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to the Dell Computer Technical Support Group. Do not expose the product to temperature or humidity extremes, direct sunlight, excessive dust, or vibrations.
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The effect is a type of audio hologram. This approach simplifies the installation of the speaker system by eliminating the need for physical rear speakers while delivering playback of four independent audio channels. The Surround mode in the Harman/Kardon HK-595 utilizes this technology.
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Restoring Default Settings The default mode settings are permanently stored in your speaker system. Pushing and holding the mode button continuously for three seconds will automatically restore the default system mode settings. F/X Control The Tone and effects level control sets the level for the selected tone or effects feature.
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Turning off the system using the F/X The HK-595 speaker system can be turned off by turning the rotary encoder counterclockwise until all of the F/X level LEDs turn off. The LED below Vol is turned off also. When the speakers are turned off in this manner, the mode button will be inactive.
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Turning the speaker system off using the power switch on the subwoofer will terminate the test tone. When the speaker system is turned back on, the test tone will be gone and the speaker system will be configured for optimal operation. If the tone is heard from all speakers, your HK-595 speaker system is working correctly.
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Input cables Power cable Connect the speaker system as shown in the diagrams below. Once the speaker system is properly connected, turn on the power switch located on the subwoofer. Please refer to the system setup placemat for help in determining whether your sound card is stereo or multi-channel.
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Setup Placement of speakers All stereo information is heard from the satellite and control speakers. The satellites are magnetically shielded and can be placed close to a computer monitor without distorting the image. For optimal stereo imaging, the satellites should be separated by a distance equal to your distance away from the satellites.
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Setup Back to Contents Page file:///D|/hk595/setup.htm (5 of 5)11/16/2004 3:47:30 AM...
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Troubleshooting Back to Contents Page Troubleshooting: Harman/Kardon HK-595 Speaker System Troubleshooting • Getting Help Troubleshooting SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM No sound from No power to unit. Speakers file:///D|/hk595/trouble.htm (1 of 4)11/16/2004 3:47:40 AM SOLUTION NOTE Make sure wall power Check green power outlet or power strip LED on sub-woofer.
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Troubleshooting Is the control/right satellite of your HK- 595 speaker system plugged in correctly? Volume level may be set low or muted. Speaker is being overdriven by an amplified audio source. file:///D|/hk595/trouble.htm (2 of 4)11/16/2004 3:47:40 AM screwdriver to rotate...
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Troubleshooting Distortion (static, Noise may be caused crackling or hissing by interference from sounds) the monitor. Speaker is being overdrive by an amplified audio source. Volume level on sound card may be too high. Sound card or audio source material may be cause of problem.
If the troubleshooting procedures in this document do not resolve the problem, please contact Dell Computer Corporation for technical assistance (refer to the “Getting Help” section in your system documentation). For information about your Dell™ warranty, see your Dell system documentation.
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Specifications Back to Contents Page Specifications: Harman/Kardon HK-595 Speaker System Dimensions • Power Manufacturer Model number Drivers (satellite) Drivers (subwoofer Power (satellite) Power (subwoofer) Crossover Frequency (subwoofer) Dimensions Width: Satellite Subwoofer Depth: Satellite Subwoofer Height: Satellite file:///D|/hk595/Specs.htm (1 of 2)11/16/2004 3:47:43 AM...
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Specifications Subwoofer Input Impedance Signal-to-Noise ratio Frequency Response Input Sensitivity Fuse type NOTE: Before replacing fuse, remove AC power plug from the wall outlet. To replace fuse, twist fuse cap counterclockwise with a standard flathead screwdriver. The fuse cap is spring loaded and will pop out. USA/Canada Power Maximum Power Consumption UL/CUL/CE Approved...
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Regulatory Back to Contents Page Regulatory FCC Statement and Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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