Harman Kardon speakers are known for their premium audio quality. However, like other electronic devices, they might also encounter glitches or performance issues after prolonged use. Resetting your Harman Kardon speaker is often the most effective way to resolve any problems on the device. It can be done by pressing certain buttons on the speaker. This guide covers the steps to reset all the Harman Kardon Speaker models in detail.
How to Factory Reset Harman Kardon Speaker
Before performing a factory reset, it’s worth attempting a soft reset. This process can resolve minor glitches without erasing your saved settings. Long-press the Power button until the speaker shuts down. After a few minutes, turn it on again.
Harman Kardon comes in different models, such as Onyx, Omni, Citation, Go + Play, and Neo, each with specific reset procedures. Based on your model, follow the steps below.
Reset Harman Kardon Onyx Series (Studio 1 to Studio 8)
- Ensure the speaker has a sufficient battery charge.
- Long-press the Bluetooth and Volume Up buttons simultaneously for a few seconds.
- The speaker will turn off, indicating the reset is complete. Turn it back on, and the blue LED will flash, signaling the pairing mode.
Reset Harman Kardon Omni Series (Omni 10 Plus, Omni 20 Plus)
- Ensure the speaker is turned on and find the Reset button near the Audio In port at the back of the speaker.
- Hold it until the Power LED blinks. Thus, the speaker will undergo the resetting process.
- Once the reset is complete, pair the speaker with your desired device.
Hard Reset Harman Kardon Neo Speaker
- Long-click the Volume Up and Down Buttons together until the LED flashes red.
- The speaker will disconnect from its paired device, completing the reset process.
Factory Reset Harman Kardon Citation Series (Citation One, 100, 300, etc.)
- With the speaker powered on, find the Reset button at the back.
- Press and hold it for 5 Seconds. The speaker will reset, erasing Wi-Fi and other saved data.
For Citation Bar with touch panel: Use the touch panel on top. Navigate to Menu and select Settings. Long-press the Factory Reset option for 5 seconds.
Reset Harman Kardon Go + Play Models to Factory Default
- While the speaker is powered on, long-tap the Volume Up and Play/Pause Buttons.
- Release the buttons once the LEDs light up. The speaker will reboot and complete the reset.
After a factory reset, all saved data, including paired devices, network settings, and custom configurations, will be erased. You need to pair the speaker with your device again and reconfigure any customized settings.
FAQ
If problems persist even after a reset, it’s recommended to contact Harman Kardon’s customer support. Their technicians can assist you and address the hardware problems.