What to do if Harman speaker is connected to power but won’t come on?
If your Harman speaker is connected to working AC power but won’t come on, the speaker power cable may be faulty or improperly connected. Try these solutions: * Re-seat the power cable at both ends. * Substitute a known-good power cable.
What to do if Harman speaker comes on but has no sound?
If your Harman speaker comes on but produces no sound, consider these possible causes: * Signal source (mixer, instrument, etc.) is not sending: Check VU meters on the source mixer, verify that the tape or CD is playing, and use headphones to verify that the instrument is actually sending an audio signal. * Faulty cables and connections: Disconnect and re-seat signal cables. Replace suspected cable with a known-good cable.
Why does my Harman speaker signal sound distorted and very loud?
If the signal from your Harman speaker sounds distorted and very loud, and the PEAK light is frequently lit, it's likely due to an excessive input signal trying to exceed the speaker's capabilities. To resolve this: * Reduce the output level of the source. * Turn down the level controls on the speaker. * Consider using additional EON speakers.
How to fix hum or buzz in Harman JBL EON600?
Hum or buzz in Harman speakers can stem from a few causes: * Improper A/C grounding or ground loops: Try 'lifting' the audio ground using an XLR/F to XLR/M adapter on one end, or re-route audio cables away from AC power and lighting cables. * Excessively long unbalanced cable run: Use the balanced outputs (if available) of your mixer or source equipment to drive your EON speakers, or use a 'DI' (direct injection) box to convert your unbalanced equipment output to a balanced output. * Improper system gain structure: Reduce the INPUT level controls and increase the output level of your source devices.
What to do if Harman speaker has no sound?
If your Harman speaker has no sound, start by checking these potential issues: * Speaker not connected to active AC power: Verify that the speaker is properly connected and that the circuit is on. * Power not switched on: Switch on the power and confirm that the power LED is illuminated.
Why is my Harman speaker signal distorted at moderate volumes?
If your Harman speaker signal sounds distorted even at moderate volumes, and the LIMIT light is not lit, the mixer or other source might be overdriven. To fix this, review the owner’s manual for your mixer and adjust controls as needed, paying attention to input sensitivity (gain), channel faders, and master faders. After adjusting the mixer, review the instructions in the Quick Start section of this guide.
How to troubleshoot noise or hiss heard at Harman speaker output?
To troubleshoot noise or hiss heard at the output of your Harman speaker, disconnect the devices that are connected to your speaker one at a time. If the noise goes away, the problem is with the source or the connecting cable.
Why is there lots of hiss in the sound from my Harman speakers?
If you are experiencing a lot of hiss in the sound from your Harman speakers, and the mixer controls are at very low settings, it may be due to an improper gain structure. Here’s what you can do: * Make sure that the MIC/LINE switch is in the LINE (disengaged) position. * Reduce the level settings at the speaker. * Review the Owner’s Manual for your mixer and adjust controls as needed, focusing on input sensitivity (gain), channel faders, and master faders.
What causes hum or buzz when moving mixer level controls on Harman speakers?
If you hear a hum or buzz that increases or decreases when the mixer level controls are moved on your Harman speakers, it could be due to: * Improper A/C ground or faulty equipment connected to the mixer input: Disconnect or mute channels one at a time to isolate the problem. Refer to the owner’s manual of the faulty equipment for troubleshooting help. * Faulty cable between source equipment and mixer: Substitute a known-good cable for the suspected faulty cable.
What to do if a microphone connected to my Harman speaker has no sound?
If you have no sound with a microphone connected directly to the MIC/LINE input on your Harman speaker, it may be because the microphone requires phantom power. The EON does not supply phantom power. Switch to a dynamic microphone, use a battery powered microphone (if possible), use an external phantom power supply for condenser type microphones.
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