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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
HKTS 11 HOME THEATER SPEAKER SYSTEM
3 Safety Information
4 Introduction
4 Included
5 SUB TS11 Subwoofer Amplifier Panel Controls and Connections
7 Speaker Placement
7 Color Coding System
8 Mounting Options
9 Speaker Connections
9 Speaker Level Connection Guide
10 Dolby Digital or DTS (or Other Digital Surround Mode) Connection
11 Dolby Pro Logic (Non Digital) -“ Line Level
12 Dolby Pro Logic (Non Digital) -“ Speaker Level
13 Operation
13 Volume
13 Additional Bass Adjustments
14 Troubleshooting
15 Specifications
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Typographical Conventions
In order to help you use this manual, certain conventions have been used.
EXAMPLE -“ (bold type) indicates a specific control or rear panel connection on the SUB TS11 subwoofer
EXAMPLE -“ (OCR type) indicates a control or switch position on the SUB TS11 subwoofer
¡ -“ (number in a circle) indicates a rear panel control or connection on the SUB TS11 subwoofer
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SAFETY INFORMATION 3
SAFETY INFORMATION
Read First! Important Safety Precautions!
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radia
tors,heat registers,stoves or other apparatus (includ
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade
or the third prong is provided
for your safety
.If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket or table specified by the manufac turer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used,
use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combi
nation to avoid injury from tip over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
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4. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
S
ervicing is required when the apparatus has been
d
amaged in any way, such as power supply cord or
p
lug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
h
ave fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
e
xposed to rain or moisture, does not operate nor
mally, or has been dropped.
15. Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer, as they may cause hazards.
16. This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supply to
your home, consult your product dealer or local
power company. For products intended to operate
from battery power or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
17.
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built up static charges.Article 810
of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, pro
vides information with regard to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the
lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge
unit,connection to grounding electrodes,and require
ments for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.
18.An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits,or where it can fall into suchpower lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as
contact with them might be fatal.
19. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.
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0. Never push objects of any kind into this product
t
hrough openings, as they may touch dangerous volt
a
ge points or short out parts, which could result in a
f
ire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
21. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing, and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
22.Do not attempt to service this product yourself,as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dan
gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
23. When replacement parts are required, be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or that have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized sub
stitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
24. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper
operating condition.
25.The product should be mounted to a wall or ceil
ing only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Figure A.
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70
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Ground Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810 20)
Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810 21)
Electric Service Equipment
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding Electrode System
(NEC Art 250, Part H)