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Using the speaker system: Harman/Kardon HK-595 Speaker System

Mode ButtonRestoring Default SettingsFX ControlDiagnostics

Mode Button

The Harman/Kardon HK-595 speaker system allows for adjustment of five modes. An LED will illuminate to indicate which of the tone or effects control features has been selected. Pushing the mode button provides access to these five modes by toggling the system between the modes in this order:

Center

Bass

Volume

Treble

Surround

Once a mode has been selected, the control can be adjusted as described in the F/X control section.

After a few seconds, the active mode will default back to the volume control mode. This control will be adjusted most, thus for convenience you will not be required to toggle through the modes in order to select, then adjust the volume.

The Harman/Kardon HK-595 will remember the settings when waking up from a power down. The system will store settings so that when the speaker is turned back on, the system will restore the last set of control settings.

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. A ring of seven LED’s around the control indicate the setting of the selected active tone or effects control feature.

A rotary encoder is used for this control. This rotary encoder is free spinning; that is, it can be turned infinitely in one or the other direction. However, full range on this control only requires 360 degrees or

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HK-595 specifications

The Dell HK-595 is a sleek and efficient workstation that represents a significant advancement in the realm of personal computing. This model is particularly tailored for professionals who require robust performance alongside reliability, making it an excellent choice for a variety of applications from graphic design to data analysis.

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