AVM30 AS 30.3 Integrated Amplifier Instruction Manual

AVM30 AS 30.3 Integrated Amplifier

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Specifications

• Model: AVM30.3 AS/CS/PAS 30.3
• Power-Button
• Source-Dial
• Display with Stand-by LED
• CD-Slot (only CS variant)
• Menu buttons 1-5
• Volume control
• Headphone output (6.3mm)
• Speaker Output Right (only CS/AS variants)
• Speaker Output Left (only CS/AS variants)
• Primary fuse
• Electrical appliance connection
• 2x Antenna connection Bluetooth/WLAN
• Reset-Button with LED
• USB input for RC remote control
• Coaxial Output
• USB Input for Disk2

Product Usage Instructions

1. Start-Up Process

1.1 Scope of Delivery

Ensure all components listed in the user manual are included in
the package.

1.2 Overview

Refer to the provided diagram to familiarize yourself with the
various components of the product.

FAQ

Q: Can I open the device for maintenance?

A: No, all maintenance work must be carried out by qualified
customer service personnel to ensure safety.

Q: What should I do during thunderstorms?

A: Unplug the device from the power outlet to prevent damage
from lightning surges.

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AVM30.3 AS / CS / PAS 30.3
Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual
AVM30 AS/CS/PAS 30.3
We welcome you to AVM!
We are pleased that you have chosen an audiophile masterpiece from AVM and thank you for your trust. With the AVM30 AS/CS/PAS 30.3, you have acquired a sonically outstanding and versatile highend component with a far-reaching range of functions. In the following document, we would like to explain the use of your AVM30 AS/CS/PAS 30.3 All-in-One system in a comprehensive way and therefore ask you to take a little time to study this manual in detail. Please note: As the functionality of your AVM30 AS/CS/PAS 30.3 can be extended in no time by future software updates, it is naturaly that the present manual must also be supplemented. The latest version of these operating instructions is therefore available for free download from our website at www.avm.audio . And finally, the most important thing: We at AVM and our dealers are always happy to help you. If you have any questions, requests or suggestions, please contact us at any time. And if you are satisfied with us: Feel free to recommend us to others.
Udo Besser ­ AVM Owner & Managing Director
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Meaning of Warning Symbols
The general hazard symbol, in conjunction with the warning words CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER, warns of the risk of serious injury. Follow all the instructions below to avoid injury or death.
The lightning symbol, in conjunction with the warning word DANGER, warns of a lifethreatening electrical voltage.
Safety
Opening the device
CAUTION: Please do not open the housing or other covers at any time. All maintenance work must be carried out by qualified customer service personnel.
Proper disconnection from the grid DANGER: To completely disconnect your appliance from the mains, use the power button on the back and then disconnect the appliance from the mains by unplugging the appliance from the socket
Operation during thunderstorms DANGER: Lightning surges – Power surges caused by lightning can damage or even destroy the device. In the event of an approaching thunderstorm, unplug from the power outlet. Switching it off with the power switch is not enough, because the overvoltages “jump” even over the contacts that are not closed.
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Table of content

1. 1.1. 1.2. 1.3. 1.4. 1.5. 1.6. 1.7. 1.8. 1.9. 1.10. 1.11. 1.12. 1.13. 1.14.

2. 2.1. 2.2. 2.3. 2.4. 2.5. 2.6. 2.7. 2.8. 2.9.

3. 3.1. 3.2. 3.3. 3.4. 3.5. 3.6. 3.7. 3.8. 3.9.

4. 4.1. 4.2. 4.3.

START-UP PROCESS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….5
SCOPE OF DELIVERY ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 OVERVIEW ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 INSTALLATION AND COOLING…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 MAINS CONNECTION ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6 CONNECTION OF ANALOGUE SOURCES ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 7 CONNECTION OF DIGITAL SOURCES………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 CONNECTION OF ANALOGUE RECORDING DEVICES ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 DIGITAL OUTPUT: CONNECTION OF DIGITAL RECORDING DEVICES………………………………………………………………………………………………. 8 OPERATION WITH SUBWOOFER ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 8 REGULATED DIGITAL OUTPUTS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 SPEAKER CONNECTION (CS/AS ONLY) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 RC 9 REMOTE CONTROL (ATTENTION: NO LONGER AVAILABLE)…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 RC X APP FOR IOS AND ANDROID ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9 SOFTWARE & FIRMWARE UPDATES……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16
OPERATION OF THE BASIC FUNCTIONS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18
FIRST SWITCH-ON AND SELF- TEST………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 18 TURN THE DEVICE ON AND OFF …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 18 SELECT A SOURCE ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18 SPOTIFY CONNECT® …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 18 AIRPLAY ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19 VOLUME SETTING & VOLUME LIMIT ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 19 CD PLAYER (CS 30.3 ONLY) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20 BLUETOOTH…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 22 SELECTION OF THE APPROPRIATE TERMINATION FOR THE PHONO INPUT……………………………………………………………………………………… 23
ADVANCED SETTINGS (MENU) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….23
GLOBAL SETTINGS……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 24 ANALOG INPUTS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 25 DIGITAL INPUTS (COAX, OPTO, ARC) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 25 STREAMING INPUT, CD PLAYER (CS 30.3 ONLY) AND USB……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 25 PHONO INPUT ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 26 BLUETOOTH INPUT, INTERNET RADIO, AIRPLAY, PODCAST……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 26 SETUP …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 26 SETTINGS VIA THE RC X APP………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 31 FACTORY RESET………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 33
APPENDIX ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 34
CARING FOR THE HOUSING …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 34 TROUBLESHOOTING …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 34 WARRANTY …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 36
SPECIFICATIONS ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 37

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..40

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1. Start-Up Process
1.1. Scope of delivery
· AVM30 AS 30.3 / CS 30.3 / PAS 30.3 · 2 WLAN/Bluetooth antenna(s) · Power cord · 3×2 RCA connector for PHONO termination · Gloves · RC 3 Radio Remote Control
NOTE: Please check the device and accessories for completeness and transport damage after unpacking. If the original packaging has already been opened, please contact your specialist dealer. Often, a specialist dealer will prepare your new device for use in your network before delivery, in which a number of settings are already preconfigured for you. In addition, we ship all of our network-enabled devices with a current version of the X-STREAM software, which may need to be updated again as part of the initial installation (see Section 1.14 for details on updating the streaming software).
1.2. Overview

1 Power-Button 2 Source-Dial 3 Display with Stand-by LED 4 CD-Slot (jsut CS) 5 Menu button 1 6 Menu button 2

7 Menu button 3 8 Menu button 4 9 Menu button 5 10 Volume control 11 Headphone output (6,3mm)

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12 Speaker Output Right (just CS/AS) 13 Speaker Output Left (just CS/AS) 14 Power switch 15 Primary fuse 16 Electrical appliance connection 17 2x Antenna connection Bluetooth/ WLAN 18 Reset-Button with LED 19 USB input for RC remote control 20 Coaxial Output 21 USB Input for Disk2

22 Optical Output 23 Networkconnection (LAN) 24 Coaxial Digital Input 25 Optical Digital Input 26 HDMI ARC Input 27 PRE-Amp – OUT 28 LINE-OUT 29 Analog Inputs (RCA) 30 Phono input 31 LOAD-Input 32 Ground connection for
turntable

1.3. Installation and cooling
The power amplifiers of your AS/CS 30.3 require cooling. Therefore, it is very important that the air supply from below as well as the outflow of the heated air to the rear is possible without hindrance. Make sure that the AS/CS 30.3 is installed as freely as possible on a solid surface. The ventilation slots on the underside of the device must not be closed. In addition, the installation site should be protected from direct sunlight.

1.4. Mains connection Connect the supplied power cord to the power supply connection (16) and a Schuko socket.
NOTE: Please leave the device switched off (power switch (14)) in the zero position for the time being until you have made all cable connections to the rest of the system. In addition, pay attention to the phase labeled on the device.
2IMPORTANT: The USB interface is only intended for USB sticks/flash drives or hard drives. Technical data and possible hard disk formatting can be found in Chapter 5.

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1.5. Connection of analogue sources
Analogue signal sources can be connected to the analogue inputs via suitable cables (29). The left channel is connected to the top row, the right channel to the bottom row.

1.5.1.

Hochpegelquellen (RCA)

Connect the supplied power cord to the power supply connection (16) and a Schuko socket.

NOTE: Please leave the device switched off (power switch (14)) in the zero position for the time being until you have made all cable connections to the rest of the system. In addition, pay attention to the phase labeled on the device.

IMPORTANT: The USB interface is only intended for USB sticks/false drives or hard drives.

1.5.2.

Phono input

The turntable is connected to the phono input (30). Connect its grounding cable to the ground

connection (32). The phono input is suitable for MM systems and loud to medium-loud MC systems.

After selecting the phono input, the different scanning systems MM and MC can be selected in the

MENU (menu button (7)) under the option “Phono Pickup”. Depending on the design principle of the

pickup system used, you can choose either MM for electromagnetic transducers (MM = Moving

Magnet) or MC for electrodynamic transducers (MC = Moving Coil). If your pickup system works

according to the MM or MC principle, please refer to the corresponding documentation of your

turntable or cartridge. Please note that if you have a ‘noisy’ MC system, you can also use the MM

setting. For more information, please refer to the operating instructions for your turntable or cartridge.

For detailed adjustments to the pickup system, please use the options to adjust the termination impedance or termination capacitance using the RCA connectors (see section 2.7 for more details).

1.6. Connection of digital sources Digital signal sources can be connected to the digital inputs via suitable cables (24, 25, 26).

1.6.1.

Coaxial or optical digital inputs

Connect the optical input of your AS/CS/PAS 30.3 with a suitable Toslink cable. Please also use a

suitable digital COAX cable for the COAX input.

1.6.2.

HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)

When using an ARC-compatible TV, all you need is a suitable HDMI cable to input audio signals from

the TV and transmit HDMI control signals. Simply connect your ARC-enabled TV to the ARC input (26)

on your AS/CS/PAS 30.3.

NOTE: The HDMI port is an audio input only and is not suitable for image playback. ATTENTION: Only stereo audio signals can be processed via the HDMI- ARC. This means that you need to change your source device (e.g. your TV) will have to switch to the PCM audio track. (Not: Dolby or DTS).

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1.7. Connection of analogue recording devices To operate an analog recorder, connect its inputs to the CINCH LINE analog output (28). Connect the analog outputs of the recorder to one of the high-level inputs (29).
1.8. Digital Output: Connection of digital recording devices To operate a digital recording device, connect it to the optical or coaxial digital outputs (20, 22). Depending on the selected sound source, the digital output transmits the corresponding signal (e.g. CD player, DIG OPT, DIG COAX etc.).
1.9. Operation with subwoofer You can connect a subwoofer to the regulated RCA output (PRE-OUT) using an appropriate cable (27). 1.10. Regulated digital outputs The digital outputs can be easily switched to “volume controlled” in the STEUP menu and used as digital PRE OUT (20, 22).
1.11. Speaker Connection (CS/AS Only) The speaker outputs of the AS/CS 30.3 are equipped with gold-plated 4 mm banana jacks. To connect the speakers, you will therefore need cables with the appropriate plugs. These are connected to the loudspeaker outputs (12, 13) of the AS/CS 30.3. To connect the speakers, use only speaker cables of good quality and sufficient cross-section. If in doubt, ask your specialist dealer to recommend the cable that is best for the sound of your loudspeaker. When connecting the speakers, pay attention to the correct color polarity. The output jacks of the AS/CS 30.3 marked in red must be connected to the speaker terminals marked in red. The right and left channels must have the same polarity of the speakers.
1.12. RC 9 Remote Control (ATTENTION: No longer available) The optionally available RC 9 remote control allows you to control your AVM device comfortably and comprehensively. Before both components can be used together, they must first be coupled with each other. This one-time process is called pairing and establishes a wireless connection between the RC 9 remote control and your device (see section 1.11.1). To use the RC 9 you need an external dongle. To do this, please contact your dealer or our service. A detailed description of the full range of functions of the RC 9 remote control can be found in a separate user manual at www.avm.audio.
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1.12.1. Pairing Pairing is a process of creating a wireless connection between an RC 9 remote control and your device to pair both components together. There are two ways to start the pairing process:
You can start pairing via AVM’s RC X app. You can find the Start pairing option in the settings under RC 9 remote control. Once you have started the pairing process via the app, you will need to start the pairing process in the RC 9 remote control using the navigation buttons shortly afterwards.
To start the pairing process without the RC X app, turn off the device completely using the power button on the back of the device (31). Then navigate to the Start Pairing menu item in the main menu of the RC 9 remote control with the top or bottom navigation button, but without selecting it by pressing the Enter key. First, switch the device back on using the power button on the back (31) and immediately press the enter button on the RC 9 remote control to start the pairing process. After a short search, the name of a successfully detected device is displayed on the display of the remote control and can be further adjusted using the input buttons. It is also possible to assign one of four hotkeys to the device (details on how to use the hotkeys can be found in a separate RC 9 user manual on the AVM website at www.avm.audio). By pressing the Enter key on the RC 9 remote control again, the pairing process is complete.
ATTENTION: To use the RC 9 remote control, an additional USB dongle must be purchased (extra charge).
1.13. RC X App for iOS and Android The RC X app for iOS and Android turns your smartphone or tablet into a convenient remote control and offers a variety of intuitive functions for using all AVM streaming-enabled models with the integrated AVM X-STREAM engine®. The RC X app is available for free download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
1.13.1. Network installation (LAN, WLAN) To use the extensive streaming and networking functions such as ROON, Spotify Connect, Apple AirPlay, TIDAL Connect®, QOBUZ, HIGHRESAUDIO, web radio, podcasts or music servers, your device must be connected to your home network or the Internet via a router. For this purpose, you can choose between a wired LAN connection via the network connection (23) or a wireless WLAN connection (WiFi) via the supplied WLAN antenna. Please pay attention when unscrewing the supplied Wi-Fi antenna to the corresponding Wi-Fi antenna connector (17) to make sure that the antenna is aligned. Only then angle the antenna to the desired position.
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LAN VS. WLAN: If you have a choice between a wired LAN or wireless Wi-Fi connection, we generally recommend using a wired LAN connection, which usually allows for higher bandwidth and is also less susceptible to interference and more independent of the traffic of your entire network. NOTE: All AVM devices with a built-in AVM X-STREAM engine® generally prefer a wired network connection (LAN) and automatically access it as soon as a network cable is installed on the device. To ensure smooth continuous operation over a wireless Wi-Fi connection, remove any connected network cable (LAN) from the network port (23). Even during operation, the device re-establishes a wired network connection, as this is preferred by the device to Wi-Fi. Follow these steps to start installing a wired or wireless network connection.
1.13.2. Setting up a wired network connection (LAN) All AVM devices with an integrated AVM X-STREAM engine® are hot-pluggable. This means that there is no need to restart or turn the AVM device off and on again to set up a wired network connection, but a network cable (LAN cable) can be connected during operation and a network connection is established immediately.
a) Connect the device to a router on your home network using a network cable (LAN cable) by connecting the LAN cable to the network port of the AVM device (22) on one side and to a free port on your router (LAN) or network switch on the other.
b) The device automatically connects to your home network via the connected LAN cable and is ready to use.
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c) Make sure your smartphone or tablet is connected to the same network/Wi-Fi as your AVM device and launch the RC X app. After a short startup, the RC X app automatically searches for available AVM devices on your network and lists them with their respective device name and IP address. You can recognize an IP address by a sequence of numbers separated by several dots. For example, an IP address often starts with “192.168.xxx.x”.
d) Select an available device from the list by tapping and wait a short moment for your smartphone or tablet to connect to the device.
NOTE: If you don’t see an available device, check that the network cable is installed correctly and that the AVM device is on the same network/Wi-Fi network as your smartphone or tablet. Next, drag the view down a bit in the RC X app to search for available devices again. Please also note that the RC X app is only compatible with AVM models with integrated AVM X-STREAM engine®. An up-to-date model overview can be found at: www.avm.audio/rc-x-app. To check the network status, launch the RC X app and select the AVM device. In the settings, go to the Network Info menu item. In the Wired section, you can view details about the network connection that has been made.
1.13.3. Setting up a wireless network connection (WLAN / WiFi) There are several options for setting up a wireless network connection (WLAN/WiFi): WPS AirPlay-Configuration for iOS RC X App for Android & iOS via WiFi Access Point RC 9 Remote control
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1.13.3.1. Setup via WPS WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard for easily and securely establishing a wireless network connection with encryption. All you need to set it up is a Wi-Fi router with WPS functionality. If your WiFi router is equipped with WPS, please refer to the corresponding documentation of your router. Setting up a WPS connection is done from the Personal Setup menu of your AVM device. For details on the full functionality of the Personal Setup menu, see Section 3.8 Personal Setup. To access the Personal Setup menu, press and hold the button under “MENU” until “SETUP”
appears instead of “MENU” and then release the button. In the Personal Setup menu, individual menu items can be selected with the menu buttons (5)
and (6) and activated accordingly with the SELECT menu button . a) Now use the menu keys (5) and (6) and the SELECT key to select the WPS menu item. b) Activate the WPS function by pressing the START menu button. The display shows “WPS in
progress”. c) Now, activate the WPS feature on your Wi-Fi router within two minutes. d) Once your AVM device has successfully established a Wi-Fi connection via WPS, the name of
the connected Wi-Fi will be shown on the display, e.g.: Joined Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi name (SSID). e) To complete the process, press the BACK menu button and then exit the Personal Setup menu
by pressing the EXIT menu button. Now your device is back to normal operating condition.
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f) Your AVM device is now connected to your local wireless network (WLAN/WiFi) and ready to use.
g) To check the network status, launch the RC X app and select the AVM device. h) In the settings, go to the Network Info menu item. In the Wireless section, you can view details
of the Wi-Fi configuration that has been completed.
1.13.3.2. Setup via AirPlay configuration for iOS a) First, switch off the AVM device completely using the power button on the back (14) and wait a
short moment before turning it back on using the power button. b) Once your AVM device has finished booting and is in a general state of operation, go to the Wi-Fi
menu in your iPhone or iPad’s settings. Make sure that the Wi-Fi feature is turned on and that your iPhone or iPad is connected to the desired Wi-Fi network. c) In the Wi-Fi menu, under the menu item SET UP A NEW AirPlay speaker, select the AVM device you want to connect to your Wi-Fi. In the example below, the AVM device is listed as CS 2.3-00c440. Wait a moment if the device does not appear immediately. Your iPhone or iPad is constantly searching for new devices and refreshing the view of available Wi-Fi networks at short intervals. If necessary, repeat the power-on process of the AVM device as described above if the AVM device does not appear even after a short wait. d) In the AirPlay Configuration menu that opens, verify that the desired Wi-Fi network is selected under NETWORK, and if necessary, change the device name for your AVM device under Speaker Name. Optionally, set a password. Then, start the connection process via Continue. The Wi-Fi credentials, including the password, are now automatically transferred from your iPhone or iPad to your AVM device.
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As soon as the configuration is finished, you will receive a corresponding feedback, which you confirm with done. Your AVM device is now connected to your Wi-Fi network and ready to use. To check network status, download the RC X app for iOS from the Apple App Store and install it on your iPhone or iPad. Next, launch the RC X app and select the AVM device from the Start menu. In the settings, go to the Network Info menu item. In the Wireless section, you can view details of the Wi-Fi configuration that has been completed.
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1.13.3.3. Setup via access point with Android a) Use Scan to search for available Wi-Fi networks and select the desired Wi-Fi network as soon as it appears in the search results. In the example below, the Wi-Fi network has the name FRITZ! Box. A Wi-Fi network name is also known as an SSID. b) Enter the network key (Wi-Fi password) for the Wi-Fi network and complete the setup via Connect.
c) In the settings, go to the Network Info menu item. In the Wireless section, you can view details of the Wi-Fi configuration that has been completed.
1.13.3.4. Setup via optional RC 9 remote control (no longer available) Before you can set up a wireless Wi-Fi connection via the RC 9, both components must first be connected to each other. This one-time operation is called pairing and is described in Section 1.11.1. A detailed description of the full range of functions of the RC 9 remote control can be found in a separate user manual at www.avm.audio. a) First, perform the pairing process as described in Section 1.11.1 and then select the newly set
up AVM device on the RC 9 via the Select Device menu item. This menu item can be accessed via the System Menu, which you can access by pressing the Settings button (tool icon) of the RC 9. b) On the RC 9, select the Settings menu item from the main menu by pressing the top or bottom navigation button several times. c) By pressing the Enter key, select the Network Assistant menu item and then Wi-Fi connection. d) By then selecting the Scan menu item, your AVM device searches for available Wi-Fi networks and lists them in an overview.
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e) Select the desired Wi-Fi network and, after pressing the password, enter the network key (Wi-Fi password) using the input keys of the RC 9.
f) Confirm the network key (Wi-Fi password) you have entered by pressing the Enter key and select Connect.
g) In the following Network Info overview, the Wireless section shows you details about the Wi-Fi configuration that has been completed.
1.14. Software & Firmware Updates For maximum ease of use and to get the most out of your device, it is necessary to keep both the firmware of the integrated AVM X-STREAM engine® and the RC X app up to date. The latest version of the RC X app is available for download from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. To check the installed AVM X-STREAM Engine® firmware version, use the RC X app or the optional RC remote control. Also, make sure that your device has an active internet connection before doing either of the following (see section 1.13).
1.14.1. AVM X-STREAM Engine Update® via the RC X App
a. In the settings, go to the Update firmware menu item and select “Check for” Online Update.
b. If you have a new version available under SW Update or Host Update, install it via “Update Firmware”.
c. The device will restart to install the update. Do not turn off the device under any circumstances and wait for the update to be fully installed. The update process may appear on the device’s display.
d. Once the update process is complete, the device will restart and be ready to use again.
e. Go to the RC X app settings. In the Version section, you can view details about the currently installed firmware version.
To install a software update via a USB stick, please consult your reseller, who will be happy to assist you with the update.
1.14.2. AVM X-STREAM Engine® Update via RC 9 Select the desired AVM device on the RC 9 using the Select Device menu item. This menu item can be accessed via the System Menu, which you can access by pressing the Settings button (tool icon) of the RC 9.
On the RC 9, select the Settings menu item from the main menu by pressing the top or bottom navigation button several times.
a. Go to the Update Firmware menu item and select “Check for Online Update”. You can do this via “Update Firmware”.
b.If you have a new version available under SW Update or Host Update, install it via “Update Firmware”.
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c.The device will restart to install the update. Do not turn off the device under any circumstances and wait for the update to be fully installed. The update process may appear on the device’s display.
d. Once the update process is complete, the device will restart and be ready to use again. e.In the main menu, select the menu item Settings by pressing the top or bottom navigation button
several times. In the Version section, you can view details about the currently installed firmware version. To install a software update via a USB stick, please consult your reseller, who will be happy to assist you with the update.
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2. Operation of the basic functions
2.1. First switch-on and self-test When the device is switched on for the first time (power switch to ON), a so-called self-test is carried out if the device has previously been completely disconnected from the mains or switched off via the power switch (14). The device checks the configuration and functionality of the built-in components. This process is indicated by a flashing stand-by LED and may take some time.
2.2. Turn the device on and off To turn on the device, set the power button on the back to ON, after which the device will start by default as described in the section above. To turn off the device, simply press the stand-by button (1). To turn the device on from standby, simply press the stand-by button (1) ATTENTION: The device is not completely disconnected from the mains in stand- by mode. To completely disconnect from the mains, press the power switch (14) on the back of the appliance or unplug the power cord from the power supply (16).
2.3. Select a Source The selection of a local sound source is done by pressing the source selection button (2), which RC 3/ RC 8/ RC 9 remote control or through the RC-X app. At your disposal are the CD drive (4)(CS only), two analogue high-level inputs (29), a coaxial digital input (24), an optical digital input (25), an HDMI-ARC input (26), a PHONO MM/MC input (30+32), Recently-Played, WebRadio and personally set presets (more information can be found in the preset manual). The selected sound source is displayed in capital letters on the left side of the display. The selection of other sound sources such as Spotify Connect®, Apple AirPlay, TIDAL, QOBUZ, HIGHRESAUDIO, web radio, podcasts, music server or USB drive (21) is normally done exclusively via the optionally available RC 9 remote control or the free RC X app for iOS and Android.
2.4. Spotify Connect® Use your phone, tablet, or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Find out more on spotify.com/connect.
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2.5. Airplay AirPlay is a technology from Apple that can be used to control home audio systems and speakers in any room – with a tap or simply by asking Siri – directly from the iPhone, iPad, HomePod or Apple TV. Here’s how to use AirPlay on your AS/CS/PAS 30.3:
· Make sure your device is connected to the network · Open the app from which you want to use AirPlay on your iPhone or iPad · Tap · Select your AS/CS/PAS 30.3 as your AirPlay device. NOTE: If a digital input is selected and there is no compatible digital signal, the message NO DIG SIGNAL or NO ARC SIGNAL will appear on the display instead of the volume indicator. In this state, the volume setting is not adjustable due to the selected digital input. 2.6. Volume Setting & Volume Limit To adjust the volume, use the volume control (10). The increment of the volume change depends on the rotation speed. Turning slowly causes a level change in 0.5 dB increments, fast turning changes the volume in 2 dB increments. The current setting is displayed numerically (0 to 99.5). NOTE: If the volume falls below 0, mute will appear on the display and the device will be muted. If a volume limit is set in the settings (default 70%), the 99.5 lim will appear on the display if it is exceeded. If the volume limit is reached via the app, you will also see the message volume limit reached. Please also note that the volume change via the optionally available RC 9 remote control is always done in steps of 1 dB.
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2.7. CD player (CS 30.3 only)
When the built-in CD player is selected, you can operate its basic functions using the five menu buttons under the display. Advanced settings (Repeat Mode, Shuffle, etc.) are also possible via the extended CD player menu by briefly pressing the MENU menu button.

2.7.1.

Inserting / ejecting the CD

Inserting the CD Instead of the usual drawer, the device has a slot mechanism through which the CD is inserted. Slide the CD (with the silver reflective layer facing down until the CD has disappeared to within about 3 mm of the slot) into the slot (8). It will now be automatically withdrawn. After that, the player reads the table of contents of the CD and displays it. On the left, the current title is displayed, next to it the total number of titles on the CD (e.g.: “1/17”). In the middle of the display, the playing time is displayed.

NOTE: If there is already a CD in the drive, the slot is blocked. If the CD is unreadable, or if you have accidentally inserted a data CD or DVD, the message “no audio disc” appears.

Eject The CD is ejected using the menu button marked with the eject symbol. If no CD is inserted, the “no disc” indicator appears and the button has no function.

AUTO PLAY If the CD player is not selected as a source, it automatically switches to CD mode when a CD is inserted.

2.7.2.

PLAY, PAUSE, STOP

Use one of the menu buttons |<< or >>| , you can select a specific title before playing. Short tap switches

to the next higher/next lower track. A longer press will automatically switch through the track numbers.

The number of the currently selected track is shown above the option keys on the display (TRACK).

Pressing the PLAY menu button will start the playback process. The button then changes its function

to PAUSE. When the key is pressed again, the playback process is stopped (PAUSE), pressing again

continues the playback (PLAY). During playback, the track number and current playing time are shown

on the display.

The STOP menu button stops the playback process. This menu button then changes its function to EJECT and causes the ejection of an inserted CD.

2.7.3.

SKIP (Choice of title)

Use one of the menu buttons |<< or >>| you can select a specific track while playing, or search for a

specific location within the current track. A short tap switches to the next or previous track. If more

than 5 seconds of gameplay have passed, the first press on the left menu button will jump to the start

of the track. Pressing the button again will then jump to the previous track.

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2.7.4.

Repeat Mode

To select one of the available repeat functions, press the MENU button and select the REPEAT menu

item using the menu buttons (5) and (6) with the SELECT menu button.

Then use the menu keys (5) and (6) to select the desired repeat mode: REPEAT repeats only the

currently selected tracks. REPEAT ALL repeats the entire CD. A corresponding symbol will show you

the current mode in the upper left corner.

2.7.5.

Shuffle

To activate the shuffle mode, press the MENU button and select Shuffle using the menu buttons (5)

and (6) and confirm it with SELECT (9). You can then use the menu buttons (5) and (6) to enable (On)

or deactivate (Off) shuffle. Confirm your selection with APPLY (9). You can then use the PLAY menu

button to start shuffle playback as soon as you have left the menu. A corresponding icon will show you

in the upper left corner when Random mode is switched on.

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2.8. Bluetooth
The integrated Bluetooth function enables the wireless transmission of high- quality music signals from a Bluetooth player such as a smartphone, tablet or PC to your AVM device. In order to activate and use the Bluetooth function, a compatible Bluetooth player must first be paired with your AVM device (see section 2.6.1 below). Please also make sure that the Bluetooth antenna is attached to the antenna connector (17).
NOTE: When screwing on the included antennas, make sure they are straight. Only then angle the antennas to the desired position.

2.8.1.

Pairing

To activate the Bluetooth input (BT), use the select source button, the RC 9 remote control or the RC X

app.

By accessing the Bluetooth menu on the RC 9 remote control or in the RC X app, you can connect and

locate your AS/CS/PAS 30.3 in the Bluetooth menu of your player. In addition, you can use the Bluetooth

menu in the app to manage the devices that have already been paired.

To connect to the AS/CS/PAS 30.3, navigate to your player’s Bluetooth menu, make sure Bluetooth is

enabled, and start searching for available Bluetooth devices in your area. For details on how to use your

player’s Bluetooth function, please refer to the relevant user manual.

Once the AVM device appears in the drop-down menu of available Bluetooth devices on your Bluetooth player (identified as AVM-x-xxxx*), select the AVM device as the audio playback device and wait a short moment for the connection to be established. When the pairing process is complete, the CONNECTED indicator will appear in the lower left area of the display and you will be able to transfer music from your Bluetooth player to your AVM device.

NOTE: To avoid interference of the built-in Bluetooth antenna with other parts of your AVM device, the Bluetooth module will be disabled once another source is selected. If you switch back to the Bluetooth input, the AVM device will automatically connect to the last paired device if it is within range.

2.8.2.

Pairing of additional Bluetooth players

Your AVM device can only be paired with one Bluetooth player at a time. To switch to a different

Bluetooth player, an existing connection must first be disconnected. You can do this in the RC X app

for iOS and Android under Bluetooth.

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2.9. Selection of the appropriate termination for the phono input For optimal playback quality, each cartridge should be operated with a suitable termination impedance. For the AS/CS/PAS 30.3 we offer MC impedance matching using impedance connectors. We recommend that you take a look at the operating instructions of your cartridge system. In most cases, the optimal termination impedance is indicated there. If the specified value does not exactly match the value of one of the supplied impedance connectors, please use the closest value. If no value is available, you should use the 100 ohm impedance connector for MC systems. In most cases, this achieves very good results. For MM systems, the impedance matching is always done internally with 47k. The adaptation itself is done with the included RCA plugs (2×100, 2×200, 2x 1k). These must be plugged into the RCA input LOAD (33) after selecting the correct value on the back. NOTE: Please note that you should only insert the same value into both inputs.
3. Advanced Settings (MENU)
In addition to the basic functions, the device has a variety of options for individual adaptation to your personal requirements. These functions are accessible via a menu that can be operated via the menu buttons below the display. During general operation, the middle menu button is labeled MENU. Pressing this menu button will take you to the ‘Advanced Settings’ menu. The key label of the same menu button now changes to EXIT. Another press of the button will take you out of the ‘Advanced Settings’ menu and return to the general operating state. In the ‘Advanced Settings’ menu, the individual menu items can be selected with the buttons (5) and (6) and selected with SELECT (9) ­ the selected item is shown on the display. Use the keys (5) and (6) to change the value of the selected menu item. Click APPLY (9) to confirm your selection. NOTE: Please note that in the Advanced Settings menu, the available parameters depend on the currently selected input. Please also note that when the Advanced Settings menu is activated, it is not possible to switch a sound source using the source selector switch (2), change the volume using the volume control (10) or turn off the device. To do this, first exit the Advanced Settings menu using the menu button marked with EXIT.
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3.1. Global Settings The following settings are available for each input group, whether digital, analogue, stream, CD, …

3.1.1.

Balance

The Balance function allows you to move the right-left balance to the left or right in the range of ±6 dB

to compensate for unbalances.

3.1.2.

Set Tone Control

The tone control of the device can be activated via the menu item Tone Control, which allows the

adjustment of bass and treble components in the sound image as well as a loudness setting. In the

LINEAR position, the tone control is disabled (but settings are still saved). In the TONE ON position, the

tone control is ready to function and is activated as soon as you set it to Bass, Treble or Loudness.

However, if a neutral setting (BASS = 0, TREBLE = 0, Loudness = 0) is selected, the tone control will

remain disabled in the ACTIVE position until one of these parameters is changed. Unless a neutral

setting is set, the active tone control is displayed at the top of the display.

Bass and treble can either be raised or lowered together for all inputs (GLOBAL) or specifically for the currently selected input (INDIVIDUAL). If an individual setting is desired, the inputs must be parameterized beforehand via the setup (see section 3.8.5). This is useful, for example, to compensate for a bass weakness of the turntable without boosting the bass at another input source.

NOTE: The setting of the loudness function (loudness) is dependent on the speaker and room and therefore applies globally to all inputs. As soon as the tone control under Tone Control is set to LINEAR, the menu items Bass, Treble and Loudness are not displayed.

3.1.3.

Bass

The bass menu item allows you to adjust the low-frequency response from -6 to +6 dB. If you have a global setting for all sound sources, you will see GLOBAL in the upper right corner of the display, and if you have an individual setting, you will see INDIVIDUAL.

3.1.4.

Treble

The Treble menu item can be used to adjust the treble reproduction from -6 to +6 dB. If you have a global setting for all sound sources, you will see GLOBAL in the upper right corner of the display, and if you have an individual setting, you will see INDIVIDUAL.

3.1.5.

Loudness

Listening to music quietly often gives the impression of a flat, unbrilliant sound. This is due to a characteristic of the human ear: with quiet sounds, bass and treble are no longer perceived as well. The “Loudness Adjustment” is intended to correct this effect by raising the bass and treble during quiet music playback and gradually transitioning to the linear frequency response as the volume increases. In order for this compensation to achieve its full effect, careful adjustment is necessary. Therefore, proceed as follows: Select a sound source and set it to a moderate listening volume. Next, switch to the Loudness menu. Now select menu buttons (4) and (5) one of a total of 9 available loudness values until the sound image seems balanced and pleasant to you. As soon as you leave the menu (APPLY menu button), the selected setting is saved. Every change in the volume setting now results in a correct adjustment of the bass and treble levels in terms of hearing physiology.

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3.2. Analog Inputs For the analog inputs, only the settings from the Global Settings are available.

3.3. Digital inputs (COAX, OPTO, ARC) After selecting a digital input, you will be shown further setting options in the menu.

3.4. Streaming input, CD player (CS 30.3 only) and USB If you choose the CD player or the USB input, you will also have separate settings available.

3.4.1.

Repeat Mode

In this menu, you can set different repetition modes: REPEAT repeats only the currently selected tracks.

REPEAT ALL repeats the entire CD/folder contents.

3.4.2.

Shuffle

You can use this point to enable or disable shuffle.

3.4.3.

Filter

By pressing the menu button (5) you can access the Filter setting. You can choose between available

filter settings for the selected digital input.

You can choose the STEEP and SMOOTH filter settings according to your tonal preferences. Depending on the signal being played, different filter settings can produce optimal sound results. Technically, STEEP means steep filtering at the end of the band with a flat amplitude frequency response but strong phase rotation. SMOOTH, on the other hand, filters less steeply and already has a small amplitude drop before the end of the belt, but a smaller phase rotation. The selected filter setting only applies to the current input and remains stored even after the device has been switched off.

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3.4.4.

Metadata usage

In this menu item you can choose whether metadata (if any) is displayed on the display (3). You can

choose between On (default) and Off.

3.5. Phono input

3.5.1.

Phono Pickup

After selecting the phono input (30), you can set which sampling system your pickup uses (MM or MC)

under the Phono Pickup item. For more information, see section 1.5.2.

3.6. Bluetooth input, internet radio, AirPlay, podcast After selecting these inputs, further setting options are available to you.

3.7. Setup
The setup menu offers you a number of other settings to customize the device to your personal needs. To open the Setup menu, press and hold the menu button (7) until it says SETUP instead of MENU.

In the “Setup” menu, the individual menu items can be selected with the menu buttons (5) and (6) and activated accordingly with the SELECT (9) button. You can then use the menu keys (5) and (6) to change the value of the selected function. Once you have made the desired settings, press the menu button marked APPLY. Afterwards, further menu items can be edited. Press the EXIT menu button to exit the “Setup” menu. NOTE: The settings described in the following sections can be easily and conveniently adjusted via the RC X app for iOS and Android. (See section 3.8)

3.7.1.

Display

In this menu you will find the different settings for the display (3).

Note: The settings described in the following section can be easily and conveniently adjusted via the RC X app for iOS and Android. (See section 3.9)

3.7.1.1. Display Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the display from 25% (dark) to 50% (normal) to 100% (bright).

NOTE: The brightness setting of 100% may cause uneven brightness of individual segments of the display due to “burn-in” effects during long periods of operation. Therefore, do not leave the device on for an unnecessarily long time with this setting. Switch it to stand-by mode when not in use (e.g. overnight).

3.7.1.2. Proximity Sensor Adjusts the sensitivity of the proximity sensor from None (off) via Close, Normal, and Far.

3.7.1.3. Display Mode Sets whether the display is always ON during operation. Settings: Always On, Always Off, On Use

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3.7.1.4. Permanent Volume Display In this menu you can set whether you want to see the current volume all the time or only temporarily.
3.7.1.5. Scroll Text For example, sets whether the text “scrolls” to display the entire text for long track names, or whether you don’t want your device to display it.
3.7.1.6. Play Time In this menu you can adjust whether the display shows only the time, only one timeline or both at the same time when playing tracks (e.g. via the CD player). By default, the time and timeline are displayed.
3.7.1.7. Remaining Time Display (Verbleibende Zeit) Here you can customize whether a song that is playing shows the total time (total) or the remaining time of the current track.

3.7.2.

Volume Control

In this menu, you can make personal adjustments to the volume.

3.7.2.1. Power On Volume Sets the volume of the device after startup. You have the choice between LAST LEVEL (standard), 50%, 60% and 70%.
3.7.2.2. Volume Limit On Activate This sets the volume to which it will be limited when switching inputs, if it is exceeded.
3.7.2.3. Volume Limit This menu item allows you to limit the maximum output volume to up to 50% of the maximum volume. This function can be useful to avoid rapid volume jumps, which are triggered, for example, by accidental misuse of the volume control in the RC X app for iOS and Android. The default setting is 70% and is intended as a protective mechanism to protect other components in your system (e.g. speakers) and last but not least your ears from drastic volume jumps, such as those that could be triggered by accidentally operating the volume control of the RC X app for iOS and Android.
3.7.2.4. Source Gain (Heimkinoschleife, Home Theatre) In the case of a surround system, the leveling of all channels, as well as the bass management, is carried out on a corresponding surround decoder (e.g. by an AV receiver). This signal should not be changed, otherwise the balance of the channels between them is no longer given. The AS/CS/PAS 30.3 offers a so-called source- fix function for this case. This allows you to operate the RCA 1 and RCA 2 analog inputs with a fixed gain. If the source-fix function is activated, the signal is played back with a fixed gain when this input is selected. In addition, all sound settings (e.g. bass, treble, see 3.1) are disabled ­ regardless of whether you change the volume of the other inputs or their sound setting or balance setting. For the digital inputs COAX (24) and OPTO (25), the source-fix function is also available. In contrast to the analog inputs, however, the sound settings (e.g. bass, treble) and the balance setting are active here. This function is useful, for example, if a sound source with its own volume control is connected to a corresponding digital input (e.g. Sonos).

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Often, the signal sources present in a hi-fi system have different levels. When switching, this creates a volume jump, which can be prevented by individually adjusting the input sensitivity of the inputs.
Use the source selector switch (2) to select a local digital or analog input (24, 25, 26, 29, 30) and use the volume control (10) to set the monitoring volume to a comfortable level. By switching to other inputs, check if the levels are approximately identical. If you have a If you detect a discrepancy, you can adjust it using this function Select the INPUT Gain menu and the corresponding source with the menu keys (5) and (6). You can then use the menu buttons to adjust the level of the selected sound source in a range of -9.5 and +9.5 dB. Use the APPLY menu button to exit the menu. The set input level is now saved and the device enters the general operating state.
By switching back and forth between each source using the source selector switch (2), you can compare the levels set and adjust the sensitivity of all analog and digital inputs, including CD (CS 30.3 only) and USB.
NOTE: Please note that during level adjustment, all remote controls are out of order. While you are making menu settings on the main unit, the optionally available RC 9 remote control cannot be used to avoid operating conflicts.

3.7.3.

Inputs

Personal settings regarding the inputs can be made here.

3.7.3.1. Skip Unused Inputs If you do not need all analog and digital inputs, the unused inputs can be deactivated (SKIPPED). When selecting sources with the source selection key (2), all inputs defined as SKIPPED are automatically skipped and cannot be selected via the UP/DOWN function of the remote control. The settings can be undone at any time by calling up the menu item again (Input ACTIVE).
Skipping unused inputs makes it easier for you to operate via the source selection button (2) and the UP/DOWN function of the remote control. However, hidden inputs can still be selected via the RC 9 remote control or the RC X app.

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3.7.3.2. Input Names You can use the menu item Input Names to change the input designations of sound sources on the display (3) as desired. A name has a maximum of 8 characters. The name can be changed conveniently via AVM’s RC-X APP or via the separately available RC9 remote control.
NOTE: To rename the input in the APP, after selecting your CS30.3, go to Inputs in the overview and press the 3-dot icon on the right side of the input you want to rename. You can then rename the input using the keyboard after pressing “Rename Input”
3.7.3.3. AUTO-ON This menu allows you to set which inputs of the device can wake up from stand-by when a signal arrives.

3.7.4.

Outputs

In this menu item you can make various settings for the outputs.

3.7.4.1. Internal Poweramp This function can be used to activate or deactivate the speaker outputs (12, 13). The selected setting is saved permanently and can be changed again by calling up the menu again.

3.7.4.2. Headphone Muting In this menu, you can set which outputs, including the power amplifier, are muted or switched off when using headphones on the front.

3.7.4.3. Digital Output Volume In this setting point, you can specify whether the signal for the digital outputs (optical and COAX) is fixed or output is volume-controlled.

3.7.4.4. Trigger External AMP by audio When using AVM power amplifiers, you can control them via the connected audio cable. This will make it easier for you to operate your system.

3.7.5.

Tone Control (INDIVIDUAL)

You can use the Tone Control menu item to determine whether you want to adjust bass and treble

components via the sound control electronics (see Section 3.1: Bass, Treble, Loudness) only for a single

sound source (INDIVIDUAL) or for all sound sources together (GLOBAL). You can make this setting for

all inputs individually. Desired Standby Mode To ensure that your AVM device can be switched on at

any time via the RC X app for iOS and Android, the integrated AVM X-STREAM engine® remains in

constant operational readiness in Network Standby mode, even in standby mode. Please note that this

will increase the power consumption. If you want to save this energy, select Standby mode from this

menu. To turn it back on from standby, you can simply approach the device. Thanks to the built-in

proximity sensor, the device is automatically activated. Your AVM device cannot be detected and

woken up from standby mode by the RC X app for iOS and Android.

3.7.6.

Auto Standby

Aus Gründen der Energieersparnis ist das Gerät mit einer Schaltung ausgerüstet, die das Gerät

automatisch in den Standby-Zustand versetzt, sollte für mehr als 20 Minuten am derzeit aktiven

Eingang kein Musiksignal anliegen. Werkseitig ist diese Funktion aktiviert (ACTIVE) und kann über

diesen Menüpunkt dauerhaft deaktiviert werden (NOT ACTIVE).

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3.7.7.

IR Control

In addition to the possibility of controlling the AS/CS/PAS 30.3 via the optional RC 9 remote control or

the free RC X app for iOS and Android, elementary basic functions of the device can also be operated

via the classic RC 3 and RC 8 remote controls from AVM, which are available as optional accessories.

In order to receive the infrared signal from these remote controls, the function must be

IR Control (ON).

NOTE: This setting can also be done via the RC X app. (See section 3.9.8.6)

3.7.8.

INFO

Here you can view information about the device, such as the device name or label, serial number, and

firmware version.

3.7.9.

NETWORK

Here you will find information about the network connections. (e.g.: WLAN/ LAN; IP address; MAC

address; SSID)

3.7.10. WPS WPS allows you to easily set up a wireless network connection (WLAN/WiFi). Under this point, you can start the WPS function. For step-by- step instructions, see section 1.13.2.1.

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3.8. Settings via the RC X app
Most of the settings you make via the device menu can also be easily changed with the new RC X app for iOS and Android. For step-by-step instructions on how to connect to the network, see section 1.13.

3.8.1.

Device Name

Here you can customize the name of the device on the network or customize a listening area, e.g. living

room, kitchen, etc.

3.8.2.

Language

The settings of the APP language can be adjusted here (German/ English).

3.8.3.

Audio

In this menu, the Tone Control settings can be set directly in the app. This means that you can switch

the Tone Control function ON (Tone On) or OFF (LINEAR) and adjust the bass, treble, loudness and

balance settings as described in section 3.1. Furthermore, depending on the selected input, further

settings can be displayed and changed here. For example, if the phono input is selected, the phono

pickup can also be set or the filter can be adjusted for the digital inputs.

3.8.4.

Network Assistant

Here is the wizard for connecting the AS/CS/PAS 30.3 to the network. Step-by- step instructions on how

to do this can be found in section 1.13.

3.8.5.

Network Info

In this tab, you can view the current network status of your device.

3.8.6.

Time zone

Here you can set the time zone you are in.

3.8.7.

Streaming Services

Here you will find different settings for your streaming services. For example, the data rates can be

adjusted.

3.8.8.

Device

In this menu, you can adjust most of the settings from the Personal Setup directly in the free RC-X app.

3.8.8.1. Display Here, as described in section 3.8.1, you can make various settings for the display. These include the brightness, the proximity sensor, the display mode, among others.
3.8.8.2. Volume Control Also in the app, you can make the extensive settings from the chapter Volume Control (see section 3.8.2). To do this, you can simply click on the corresponding menu items and display the available settings.

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3.8.8.3. Inputs Here, as in the Personal Setup, you can skip unused inputs. To do this, you can simply decide which ones are displayed or skipped by selecting or deselecting the required inputs. (See also section 3.8.3.1).
3.8.8.4. Outputs In this menu item you will find the various settings for the outputs as well as in the Personal Setup (see section 3.8.4).
3.8.8.5. Tone Control In this menu item, you can also set in the APP whether you want to adjust bass and treble components via the tone control (see section 3.1: Bass, Treble, Loudness) only for a single sound source (INDIVIDUAL) or for all sound sources together (GLOBAL). You can configure each input individually.
3.8.8.6. IR-Control In order to receive the infrared signal of the additionally available IR remote controls (RC3/ RC8), the IR Control function must be activated (ON). As described in section 3.8.8, you can easily make this setting directly in the app.

3.8.9.

RC 9 Remote Control

Here you can set various functions for the optionally available RC 9 remote control. Among other things,

you can start the pairing process (see section 1.11), delete connected remote controls, or display the

current version of RF mode.

3.8.10. Stromspar mode In this sub-item, you can also set the sleep mode in which you want to operate the device (sleep mode with network access or without) and at what time the device automatically switches to sleep mode. For more information, see also sections 3.8.6 and 3.8.7.

3.8.11. Version Here you can view various information about the installed version.

3.8.12. Update Firmware You can use this menu to perform firmware updates as soon as they are available. The first step is to check whether there is an update online or on a USB stick.

3.8.13. Reset device Here you can trigger a factory reset by the APP. For more information about the factory reset, see Section 3.10.

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3.9. Factory Reset Hold down the menu button (5) to go to the SETUP menu. Find and select the point “Factory Reset”. Select your desired RESET here. The device will now perform the factory reset and then reboot to the general operating state. Alternatively, a factory reset can be performed via the RC X app for iOS and Android, the Personal Setup menu or the RC 9 remote control. To do this, go to the settings of the RC X app or the RC 9 remote control and select the Reset device menu item and confirm the reset. The device will now perform the factory reset and then reboot to the general operating state.
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4. Appendix
4.1. Caring for the housing The surface and print of the case are largely scratch-resistant. This can be cleaned with mild soapy water or a glass cleaner and a soft duster.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should liquid get into the inside of the case during cleaning. In addition, the power cord should be unplugged for safety reasons before wiping with a damp cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasives that could damage the surface or prints of the enclosure
4.2. Troubleshooting Often, supposed defects can be traced back to operating errors, sometimes other components connected to the device are also responsible for a malfunction. Before you contact your dealer or us about a defect, we ask you to check the following list to see if you can fix the malfunction yourself.

4.2.1.

No music playback

The MUTE feature is active. Disable it.

Accidentally switching to stand-by mode via the remote control. Press the power button.

If the display is dark and the stand-by LED is not lit, the mains fuse may be faulty. Since this is usually caused by a defect in the power supply or the amplifier electronics (e.g. as a result of a lightning strike), please contact your specialist dealer. Remote control without function: The remote control battery is empty. Please charge the remote control / replace the battery.

There is no direct connection between the remote control and the device, or the distance is too great.

4.2.2.

A CD has been inserted, but “no disc” appears in the display.

Either a dirty or defective CD was inserted, or the CD was inserted the wrong way around (label side down instead of up). Eject the inserted CD and insert it correctly. Insert the incorrectly inserted CD the right way round. Clean and reinsert the dirty CD.

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4.2.3.

Lipsync out of sync on digital inputs

If, despite supported low-latency technology, the lip-sync is not correct, your TV often offers its own

setting option to compensate for this. Your AS/CS/PAS 30.3 does not currently have its own setting

for this.

4.2.4.

HDMI ARC without function

If the HDMI ARC function does not work right away, please note the following points:

Has the HDMI INPUT with ARC labeling been used to connect the AS/CS/PAS 30.3 to the TV? Is the HDMI cable ARC-enabled? Has HDMI ARC been selected as the output source? (Sometimes a “connection” has to be set up manually) Have all settings been made on the TV that may prioritize the sound settings (e.g. that Opto-OUT is prioritized)? Has PCM been selected as the sound format?

If it still doesn’t work, the display information on AS/CS/PAS 30.3 can help you find an error:

No Signal -ARC Error: There is no signal coming from the TV: please check the input and settings again. No PCM: Please change the audio format on the TV to PCM.

NOTE: Please note that device control can also be done if you have selected a “normal” HDMI input on the TV to connect the AS/CS/PAS 30.3 and not the HDMI ARC INPUT.

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4.3. Warranty
If, contrary to expectations, an error occurs that you or your specialist dealer cannot remedy, we will repair your device free of charge for up to two years after the date of purchase. The warranty covers materials and labour, transport costs incurred are borne by the owner from six months after the date of purchase.

Regardless of the country in which the device was purchased, German law is generally applicable to warranty claims and warranty processing. If one of the following provisions is legally invalid, it must be replaced by a provision in conformity with the law.

4.3.1.

Prerequisites for your warranty claim are:

The device must have been purchased from an AVM-authorized reseller. Devices that come from other

sources will not be repaired, not even for a fee.

Warranty registration is done through our website: www.avm.audio.

The fault must not have been caused by improper handling or interference with the device.

In case of repair, the device must be sent to us in its original packaging. If this is not the case, we are entitled to refuse to accept it. In any case, we do not assume any responsibility for transport damage. If you no longer have the original packaging at hand, please contact your specialist dealer. On request, we can also provide you with packaging directly. For this, however, we have to charge a contribution towards expenses of 95 EURO.

The device sent in must be accompanied by a brief description of the fault. Please print out our SERVICE FORM. This can be found at www.avm.audio under SERVICE.

In case of doubt, we reserve the right to request a copy of the purchase invoice. In the event of an unauthorised submission or if there is no damage to the device, we reserve the right to charge a processing fee.

NOTE: If you do not ship your device from Germany, please make sure that you have proper export documents. Unfortunately, we cannot cover costs incurred due to improper export, omission of declaration or customs clearance.

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5. Specifications

5.1.1.

Power amplifier

Amplification factor ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..30 THD…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. < 0.005% Signal-to-noise ratio………………………………………………………………………………………………………… > 95dB Input sensitivity …………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 275 mV Frequency response (at -3dB) …………………………………………………………………………. < 5Hz to > 80kHz Output Power (1% THD, 4 Ohms, 2 Channels)2 ……………………………………………………………… x 125W

5.1.2.

Pre-Out

Input resistance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3.4 k Output resistance………………………………………………………………………………………………………………470 Amplification Factor ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 THD…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. < 0.001% Signal-to-noise ratio……………………………………………………………………………………………………….> 100dB Frequency response (at -3dB) …………………………………………………………………………. < 5Hz to > 80kHz Crosstalk Attenuation (Channels) ……………………………………………………………………………………. > 95dB Crosstalk attenuation (inputs)…………………………………………………………………………………………. > 85dB Input level (1% THD) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3.5 V Output level (1% THD) …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3V

5.1.3.

Line-Out

Output resistance……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 47 Amplification Factor ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 THD…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. < 0.001% Signal-to-noise ratio……………………………………………………………………………………………………….> 100dB Output level (1% THD)………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3.5 V

5.1.4.

Pre-Out (Headphone-Out)

Output resistance ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 80 Amplification factor …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 THD …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. < 0.001% Signal-to-noise ratio……………………………………………………………………………………………………….> 100dB Output level (1% THD)………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 4.5 V

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5.1.5.

Phono Pre-Amp

Equalization RIAA…………………………………………………………………………………………………………… < 0.2dB Gain MM……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 40dB Signal-to-noise ratio MM …………………………………………………………………………………………….. > 83dB(A) Gain MC…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 60dB Signal-to-noise ratio MC……………………………………………………………………………………………….>74dB(A) Input level MM (1% THD)…………………………………………………………………………………………………..30 mV Input level MC (1% THD) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 mV

5.1.6.

CD-Player (just CS 30.3)

Playable formats …………………………………………….CD Audio, CDR (according to Red Book standard) Frequency response CD ………………………………………………………………………………………… < 20 – 20 kHz

5.1.7.

Network

LAN connection (hot-plugging capable)……………………………………………………………………… 100Mbit/s Supported WLAN/ Wifi standards………………………………………………… 2.4 / 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Number of antennas…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2 WPS …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. yes

5.1.8.

Streaming

Max. sample rates…………………………………………………………………………..DSD256, 32Bit/384kHz PCM Streaming Services ………………………….. AirPlay, Qobuz, Roon Ready, Spotify, TIDAL, HighResAudio Supported file formats:………………………………….WAV, MP3, WM, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, DSD, Ogg, AIFF

5.1.9.

Bluetooth

Bluetooth-Standard………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5.0 LE Supported Bluetooth Profiles…………………………………………………………………………… AVRCP 1.5 AD2P

5.1.10. USB-Input USB-Standard ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. USB 2.0 Max. Strom……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 500 mA Supported formatting: ……………………………………………………………………………….FAT16, FAT 32, NTFS
ATTENTION: The USB input is only intended for hard drives and USB sticks!

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5.1.11. Digital Inputs (S/P-DIF/ Coaxial) Max. Sample- / Bitrate (OPTO) ……………………………………………………………………………. 96 kHz / 24 Bit Deemphasis (OPTO) ……………………………………………………………………………………… Yes, automatically Max. Sample- / Bitrate (COAX) ………………………………………………………………………….. 192 kHz / 24 Bit Min. signal level [Vpp] at 195kHz (COAX)…………………………………………………………………. > 150 mVpp Input Impedance (COAX) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 75 Deemphasis (OPTO) ……………………………………………………………………………………… Yes, automatically Max. Sample- / Bitrate (ARC)…………………………………………………………………………….. 192 kHz / 24 Bit Input Impedance ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 100
NOTE: When using the digital inputs, the cable length of the digital cables should not exceed three meters.
5.1.12. Digital Outputs (S/P-DIF / Coaxial) Max. Sample- / Bitrate (OPTO) ……………………………………………………………………………. 96 kHz / 24 Bit Max. Sample- / Bitrate (COAX) ………………………………………………………………………….. 192 kHz / 24 Bit Output Impedance (COAX)………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 75
NOTE: When using the digital outputs, the cable length of the digital cables should not exceed three meters.
5.1.13. Power Consumption (AS/CS 30.3) Standby ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………< 0,5 Watt Extended stand-by (network connection) …………………………………………………………………….. < 2 watts Idle……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. < 16 Watts Fuse …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. : T 3.15A H
5.1.14. Power consumption (PAS 30.3) Standby ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………< 0,5 Watt Extended stand-by (network connection) …………………………………………………………………….. < 2 watts Idle …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… < 16 Watts Fuse …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. : T 3.15A H
5.1.15. General Weight (AS/CS 30.3) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….6.9 kg Weight (PAS 30.3) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..6.7 kg Dimensions (WxHxD)…………………………………………………………………………………………. 430 x 115 x355 Warranty ………………………………………………………………………. 2 years (+2 years if you register online)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………… Warranty periods may vary from country to country.
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5.1.16. Regulatory Notes Used Transmission Frequency Range ………………….. WLAN 2,4 G: ………………….2,412 ­ 2,472 GHz …………………………………………………………………………….. WLAN 5: ………………………..5,150 ­ 5,350 GHz ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5,470 ­ 5,725 GHz …………………………………………………………………………….. Bluetooth: ……………………2,400 ­ 2,4835 GHz Maximum transmitting power………………………………. WLAN 2,4 G: …………………………………. 20 dBm …………………………………………………………………………….. WLAN 5…………………………………………. 15 dBm …………………………………………………………………………….. Bluetooth: ………………………………………..6 dBm The device is intended for non-commercial users. The Ethernet / LAN port may only be connected to the house network (in-house LAN network).
NOTE on power consumption in standby mode: To ensure that your AVM device can be switched on at any time via the RC X app for iOS and Android, the integrated AVM X-STREAM engine® remains in constant operational readiness in stand-by mode. Please note that the current consumption is not below 0.5 watts as usual, but increases to about 2 watts. To reduce energy consumption to less than 0.5W, switch the appliance to stand-by mode or turn it off completely using the rear power button (34). However, it can happen that various settings (e.g. the last source) are not saved permanently.
6. Declaration of conformity
AVM Audio Video Manufaktur GmbH confirms that the CS30.3, AS30.3 and PAS 30.3, to which these operating instructions belong, comply with the EU Directives 2014/35/EU, 2014/30/EU, 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC and 2015/863/EU in force at the time of creation, which is confirmed by the
marking. The necessary tests were carried out with positive results. The full text of each EU declaration of conformity is available at the following web address: AVM30 CS30.3: https://avm.audio/wp-content/uploads/Declaration-of- Conformity_CS30-3.pdf AVM30 AS30.3: https://avm.audio/wp-content/uploads /Declaration-of-Conformity_AS30-3.pdf AVM30 PAS 30.3: https://avm.audio/wp- content/uploads/Declaration-of-Conformity_PAS30-3.pdf
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This product supports AirPlay and requires iOS 11.4 or later. Apple and AirPlay are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Using the “Works with Apple” logos means that an accessory has been designed specifically for the technology specified in the logo and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple’s performance standards.
Use your smartphone, tablet, or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Find out more on spotify.com/connect. The Spotify Software is subject to third party licenses found here: https://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party- licenses
Our current streaming devices are ROON READY. For more information: www.roonlabs.com
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We reserve the right to make changes and errors to technical data and equipment. Release: 29. January 2024
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References

• Spotify - Connect
• AVM Audiophile Masterpieces Handcrafted In Germany Since 1986
• RC X App For IOS & Android - AVM Audio Video Manufaktur GmbH
• Roon
• Roon
• Third Party Licenses | Spotify for Developers
• Third Party Licenses | Spotify for Developers

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