audioengine HD5 Home Music System User Guide
- June 14, 2024
- audioengine
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audioengine HD5 Home Music System
Welcome to the Audioengine family and congratulations on your purchase of the
HD5 Home Music System.
Audioengine is dedicated to bringing you the highest-quality listening
experience possible and the HD5 was designed with the same attention to detail
and operational simplicity as all our other products.
We wish to sincerely thank our customers and the entire Audioengine team for
the inspiration to create yet another great product.
What’s in the box
- HD5 powered (left) speaker”
- HD5 passive (right) speaker
- Magnetic speaker grills
- Bluetooth antenna
- Remote control
- Speaker wire
- AC power cord
- Mini-jack audio cable
- RCA audio cable
- Microfiber speaker bags
- Microfiber cable bag
- Quickstart guide
Features
- Built-in analog power amplifiers
- Bluetooth® with aptX HD®, extended range, & 24-bit upsampling DAC 24-bit digital optical TOSLINK input
- Dual analog inputs and variable audio output
- Hand-built cabinets and high-quality connectors
- Custom aramid fiber woofers and silk dome tweeters
Safety Instructions
- Please read these instructions before using this product.
- Keep these instructions for future reference.
- Heed all warnings on the product and in this guide.
- Follow all instructions.
- Do not use this apparatus near water or moisture.
- Clean only with a dry cloth and as directed by the manufacturer.
- Do not block any ventilation openings. Install under the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Do not install near any heat sources, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus that produce heat.
- Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wider blade or third prong is provided for your safety.
- Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
- Use only attachments or accessories specified by the manufacturer.
- Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
- Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods to prevent damage to this product.
- Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as a power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Operating Temperature Range: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
CAUTION: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK.) NO USER-SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
HD5 left speaker (rear)
HD5 left speaker (front)
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Optical input
The Toslink digital optical input on the HD5 rear panel can accept PCM stereo streams from any optical source, such as a TV, computer, media server, or any product with an optical output. -
Variable audio output
HD5 includes a variable full-range preamp audio output so you can connect a subwoofer, wireless adapter, or another music sytem. The HD5 output is adjustable so the volume level can be controlled from the HD5 front panel or remote control. -
Inputs and volume settings
Multiple devices may be connected to the speakers at the same time and the wireless and aux inputs are open and active, so it’s easy to switch between your phone, tablet, computer, TV, etc.
HD5 includes built-in power amplifiers so do not connect the HD5 speaker terminals directly to the speaker outputs of a stereo receiver or amplifier. -
Break-in period
Your HD5 speakers will sound great right out of the box and will sound even better over time. However, it’s best to give them 40 to 50 hours of “break-in time” before doing any critical listening. -
Cleaning
We don’t recommend using any solvents or cleaners on Audioengine cabinets or speakers. Just wipe down with a soft, dry cloth.
Remote Control
Warning
This product contains a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button cell
battery is swallowed it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery compartment
does not close securely, stop using the remote control.
WARNING: DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD.
Need help?
Extra tips, troubleshooting, FAQs, and updates to this guide can be found on
our website: audioengine.com/support-inquiry
If you have questions or need help, please contact our customer support team:
audioengine.com/support-inquiry
Warranty
Warranty information
All Audioengine products have a 3-year Limited Warranty on parts and labor
from the date of purchase. The Limited Warranty applies only to Audioengine
products purchased in the United States. Your warranty is automatic, so there
is no need to register. For Limited Warranty coverage elsewhere, please
contact the Audioengine dealer, reseller, or distributor in your country or
region.
What is covered
All defective parts or faulty workmanship.
What is not covered
The Audioengine Limited Warranty does not cover damage caused by accident,
misuse, abuse, neglect, excessive moisture, lightning, power surges, other
acts of nature, unauthorized product modification or repairs, or failure to
follow the instructions outlined in this guide.
What we will do
We will repair or replace any defective parts, at our option, within a
reasonable amount of time and free of charge at any time during the warranty
period. After service, we will be responsible for shipping the product back to
you at our expense.
What we ask from you
You will be responsible for shipping charges to Audioengine or to an
authorized dealer. We recommend you keep the original shipping materials to
prevent shipping damage if service is needed. Audioengine cannot be
responsible for any damages incurred during shipping due to poor packing, so
please pack well and make sure to ensure your shipment.
How to obtain Audioengine warranty service
If you have any questions or feel you may need service, contact the reseller
where you purchased your product. You can also visit our support portal at
audioengine.com/support-inquiry, where you will find a searchable Knowledge
Base. And if you don’t find an answer to your question you can easily contact
us by opening a support ticket.
We will do everything we can to answer your questions and resolve any issues
as quickly as possible.
Exclusive Remedy
This Limited Warranty is fully transferable provided the current owner
furnishes the proof of purchase and that the serial number on the product is
intact. THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF AUDIOENGINE SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL AUDIOENGINE BE
LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR INDIRECT DAMAGES.
Product returns and refunds
We sincerely hope you get as much enjoyment from our products as we’ve had to
create them. However, should you have an issue or are not satisfied with any
Audioengine product for any reason contact the reseller where you purchased or
contact us directly: [email protected]
FCC
FCC Part 15 Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference.
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used under the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.