ARGON AUDIO FORTE MKII Active Hi-Fi Speakers User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- ARGON AUDIO
Table of Contents
ARGON AUDIO FORTE MKII Active Hi-Fi Speakers
Product Information
The product is a device that offers various features and functionalities. It is designed to provide convenience and enhance user experience.
- Compact and lightweight design
- Easy-to-use interface
- Multiple input and output options
- High-quality performance
- Durable construction
Product Usage Instructions
- Before using the product, make sure it is fully charged or connected to a power source.
- Press the power button to turn on the device. The power button is located on the top or front panel.
- Use the interface buttons or touchscreen to navigate through the menu options.
- To select an option, press the corresponding button or tap on the touchscreen.
- For input, connect the desired input device to the product using the provided cables or wireless connection.
- For output, connect the product to an external display, audio system, or other compatible devices.
- Adjust the settings according to your preferences using the menu options.
- Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on specific features and functions.
- To turn off the device, press and hold the power button until the screen goes blank or follow the on-screen instructions.
- When not in use, store the product in a safe and dry place to prevent damage.
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By refraining from inserting a full printed manual with our Argon Audio
products we save more than 20 tons of paper each year. You can find a full
User Manual in PDF format for this product on;
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See back side of this insert for Quick start guide
Safety
Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use this product near water or moisture. Do not spill liquids on the product. Clean only with a dry cloth.
- Place the unit on a solid surface.
- Do not put it in a closed bookcase or a cabinet that may keep air from flowing through its ventilation openings.
- Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances that produce heat.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs and the point where they exit from the product.
- During Lightning storms, unplug the product from the power source or if unused for long periods of time. This will prevent lightning and power-line surge damage to the product.
- Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltages or other hazards. Please contact the manufacturer to be referred to an authorized service center near you.
- Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral power circuits as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
- Never push any object through the product openings, as this can result in fire, electric shock or damage.
- Use proper power sources. Plug the product into a proper power source, as described in the operating instructions or as marked on the product.
If there is a Lightning flash with an arrow head on the product, it’s intended
to alert the User of the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product, that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
If there is an Exclamation point on the product, it’s intended to alert the
User that there is important operating and maintenance (servicing) information
in the User manual.
If there is a double rectangular symbol on the product, it means that the
product is double insulated. Earth connection is not required.
Quick start
- Connect the speakers using the supplied speaker cable.
- Connect the power cord into an electric outlet and into the back of the left speaker (which has the amplifier). The LED light on the loudspeaker will turn on.
- To pair your Bluetooth device, turn on the speakers and press “PAIRING” on your remote, until the LED starts blinking. Your speakers are now in pairing mode. Activate Bluetooth on your playback device and scan for devices. Your speaker will show up as “Argon Audio FORTE MKII”. Press “pair” and you are connected. The LED light on the speaker will change to solid blue. You’re now ready to start listening to music!
- Besides Bluetooth, your FORTE speakers have four more inputs: HDMI ARC, OPT, AUX and Phono. FORTE will automatically switch between the inputs, but you can also use the included remote control to select your wished input.
- When connecting a turntable to the Phono input on the FORTE speaker, remember to also connect the ground wire from the turntable to the metal GND screw (if applicable).
- If you have an active subwoofer, connect it to the FORTE speaker’s SUB OUT using a subwoofer cable, and then connect the cable to your subwoofer.
- We recommend a running-in time of your FORTE speakers of approximately 15-20 hours at normal listening level before you decide on the final positioning of the speakers. During the running-in time the drive units will settle in and perform as intended.
- For optimal sound performance, the best listening position is at ear level with the speakers placed not too far from a wall.
Basic operating
- When the FORTE speakers receive input from any connected source (except phono), they will automatically power on (if powered off) and switch to the right input. This is called Auto Power Up.
- Note : this will not happen if the speakers are already powered on and playing from another source.
- You can power the speakers off with Auto Power Up (APU) disabled if needed: simply press and hold the power button on remote control for 3 seconds when powering off. The speakers will now power off with APU disabled.
- The next time you turn on the speakers again, APU will be enabled again.
- You can always press the “PAIRING” button to reset all Bluetooth connections when on the Bluetooth input.
- To enable dimming of the LED on the front of the speaker, power on the speaker and hold the mute button on the remote for 5 seconds. The LED will now turn off after 5 seconds after switching inputs. To disable LED dimming again, press and hold mute for 5 seconds.