CANTON Smart AMP 5.1 System Integrated TV and Passive Speaker User Manual
- June 6, 2024
- CANTON
Table of Contents
- IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS
- PACKAGING CONTENT
- INSTRUCTIONS OF INSTALLATION
- CONNECTION TERMINAL (back side)
- SMART-REMOTE
- TOUCH KEYS
- DISPLAY INDICATIONS
- CONNECTION TO TV DEVICE
- CONNECTION TO OTHER DEVICES
- SPEAKER CONNECTION
- USING CHROMECAST BUILT-INTM
- PLAYBACK VIA SPOTIFY CONNECT
- CONNECTION VIA BLUETOOTH® WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY
- USING AirPlay 2 TECHNOLOGY
- ASSIGNING PRESET 1-3
- AUTOMATIC UPDATES
- TECHNICAL DATA
- FURTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- EU Declaration of Conformity
- LICENSE INFORMATION
- WARRANTY
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
CANTON Smart AMP 5.1 System Integrated TV and Passive Speaker User Manual
IMPORTANT SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
To reduce the rist of fi re and electric shock, do not open the device. There
are no serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel only
CAUTION:
Replaceable lithium batteries!
Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.
CAUTION:
Do not ingest battery. Chemical burn hazard. Danger of life!
Read and follow all instructions. Keep these instructions. Observe all
warnings and safety instructions. Operate this device only in a moderate
climate (not in a tropical climate). Do not operate this device at altitudes
above 2000 m above sea level. To avoid the risk of fi re or electric shock,
the device must not be exposed to rain or moisture. Do not operate this device
near water. Do not expose this device to dripping or splashing water. Strong
temperature fluctuations lead to condensation (water droplets) in the device.
Wait until the moisture has evaporated (at least three hours). Do not place
objects filled with liquids (such as vases) on the device. Do not place an
open fi re, such as lit candles, on or near the device. Do not place the
device near heat sources such as radiators, heat accumulators, stoves or other
devices (including amplifiers) that generate heat. Avoid direct sunlight. Keep
a clearance of at least 5 cm around the device. Never prevent the protective
function of polarised or grounded plugs: A polarised plug has two pins, one
wider than the other. An earthed plug has a third earthing pin. The wide or
third pin is for your safety. If the plug does not fi t into your outlet,
contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. To avoid
electric shock, connect the mains plug only to sockets or extensions where the
contact pins can be fully inserted to prevent exposed contact pins.
Never touch the signal and mains cable with wet hands. Do not step on or pinch
the mains cable, especially not in the area of the plugs, sockets or where the
cable is led out of the device. For devices without a mains switch, in which
the mains plug or the device mains socket serves as an isolating device, the
plug of the mains cable or the device mains socket must be freely accessible
at all times. Disconnect the device from the mains during thunderstorms or
prolonged periods of nonuse. To completely disconnect the device from the
power supply, unplug the mains cable from the wall outlet. Where the MAINS
plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable. Always switch off the device before
connecting or disconnecting connection cables. Always switch off the device
before connecting or disconnecting connection cables. Always pull the plugs
and not the cables. Install the device according to the manufacturer‘s
instructions. Always choose a level surface. The device must be in a vertical
position. Do not exert force on operating elements, connections and lines. The
device may only be operated with the voltage and frequency specified on the
device or the type plate. Do not insert any objects or body parts into the
openings of the device. Live parts inside the housing could be touched and/ or
damaged. This can lead to short circuits, electric shocks and fire. Only use
fixing materials and accessories that are approved by the manufacturer and/or
supplied with the device. Only use trolleys, stands, tripods, holders or
tables specified by the manufacturer or sold with the device.
When using a trolley, be careful when moving the trolley/device assembly to
prevent damage and injury from tipping over.
Only clean this device with a clean, dry cloth. Do not use any aggressive, alcoholic or abrasive agents for cleaning. To avoid electric shock, do not open the housing! There are no user-serviceable parts in the device. Consult qualified personnel for all repair and maintenance work. This is required when the device has been damaged in any way, such as mains cable or plug damage, liquid or objects have been spilled, exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Do not make any changes to the device or accessories. Unauthorised modifications can compromise safety, regulatory compliance or system performance. In this case, the type approval/ guarantee may expire.
If sound distortions such as unnatural knocking, throbbing or high-frequency clicking occur during playback, the volume level must be reduced immediately.
To avoid possible hearing damage, do not listen at high levels for long periods of time. Interrupt the playback if you hear ringing or whistling noises in your ears or if you have the impression that you can no longer hear high sounds (even for a short time).
New and used batteries must be kept away from children. Devices in which the battery compartment cannot be closed securely must not be used any longer and must be kept away from children. The remote control supplied with this device contains a button cell as battery. Swallowing the button cell can cause serious internal burns and thus death in only 2 hours! Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard. If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention. Take care of your environment when disposing of the battery. Batteries must be disposed of at a battery collection point. Do not expose batteries to high temperatures, such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.
Batteries must be inserted correctly according to the polarity imprint.
Incorrect insertion can lead to damage. Only use the batteries or rechargeable
batteries specified for the device. The batteries supplied are not
rechargeable batteries, i.e. these batteries must not be recharged. The device
contains permanent magnets.
The device and/or the accessory may contain small parts that can be swallowed.
Therefore not suitable for children under three years.
This symbol indicates uninsulated dangerous voltages inside the case that are sufficiently strong (amplitude) to cause a fire or electric shock.
This symbol warns you of important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying documentation (manual) supplied.
This symbol indicates Class II devices, where protection against electric shock is provided by double or reinforced insulation during specified use and therefore no protective earth connection is required.
The minimum load impedance of the loudspeaker must not fall below 3Ω (Ohm).
PACKAGING CONTENT
Carefully unpack the Smart Amp 5.1 and check that the delivery content is complete and undamaged. If any part is damaged, do not use it, but contact our service department (see back cover). Please keep the packaging during the warranty period.
Delivery content:
- 1x Smart Amp 5.1
- 1x Smart-remote control
- 1x Power cord
- 1x Short manual
INSTRUCTIONS OF INSTALLATION
Place the Smart Amp 5.1 in the desired location and connect it to the power outlet using the power cord. To connect the Amp 5.1 to your TV or other devices, please make sure that they are connected to the mains supply. If you want to connect your Amp 5.1 to your WiFi network (WLAN), make sure your network router is active and has access to the Internet.
CONNECTION TERMINAL (back side)
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1 HDMI OUT / ARC / [TV] (Supports eARC/ARC, 3D, 4K, HDR, HDCP2.2, CEC) For the connection to the HDMI® (eRAC/ARC) input on your TV.
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HDMI IN / HD1/[BDP], HD2/[SAT], HD3/[PS] (Supports 3D, 4K, HDR, HDCP2.2, CEC)
For the connection to the HDMI® output on your digital devices. -
LINE LEFT + LINE RIGHT / LIN / [AUX] For the stereo connection to the analog line output on your playback device.
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COAX / COA / [DVD] For the connection to the coaxial digital audio output on your TV or digital device. 5 SUB OUT
For the connection to a powered Subwoofer. -
OPTICAL / OPT / [CD] For the connection to the optical digital audio output on your TV or digital device.
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ETHERNET / LAN / [NET] For the onnection to the internet via network cable (RJ45, 8-pin).
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SERVICE
For service purposes, only! No charging function, no audio or video playback! -
SPEAKER CONNECTORS 1-6
For the connection of passive loudspeakers and/or a passive subwoofer. -
POWER INPUT
For the connection to the mains supply (IEC C14).
SMART-REMOTE
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Power
Toggles amplifier status (On/Standby) -
Mute
Mutes audio -
Upwards
Sets input resp. menu item upwards -
Downwards
Sets input resp. menu item downwards -
OK
Enters next menu level -
Plus [+] Increases volume resp. menu value
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Minus [-] Decreases volume resp. menu value
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Menu
Enters settings menu resp. previous menu level -
Play Mode
Toggles btw. the several play modes:
Stereo For music playback
Stereo For music playback
Movie Virtual surround sound for movies
Music Virtual surround sound for music concerts, etc.
Night Virtual surround sound with reduced dynamic
and improved speech intelligibility for „night usage“
Discrete Surround sound for movies, music, etc. without the use of a virtualizer
Party Plays the front channels FL/FR also on (connected) surround speakers
Pure Direct Source correct reproduction without the use of a virtualizer or upmixer -
Sound
Toggles btw. bass, midrange and treble tone control settings:
Bass Bass adjustment from -10dB to +10dB
Midrange Midrange adjustment from -10dB to +10dB
Treble Treble adjustment from -10dB to +10dB -
Preset 1-3 Preset keys to store resp. recall Spotify playlists and/or (sound)settings
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2 Play/Pause
Play/Pause function during audio playback using Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, AirPlay and Bluetooth® wireless technology -
Skip FW
Skip forward function during audio playback using Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, AirPlay and Bluetooth® wireless technology -
Skip BW
Skip backward function during audio playback using Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, AirPlay and Bluetooth®
wireless technology -
Bluetooth Pairing
Initializes the pairing process with the (mobile) device
TOUCH KEYS
Device control:
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Power
Toggles amplifi er status (On/Standby) -
Preset 1-3
Preset keys to store resp. recall Spotify playlists and/or (sound)settings -
Input
Toggles input forward -
Plus [+] Increases main volume
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Minus [-] Decreases main volume
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Play/Pause
Play/Pause function during audio playback using Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, AirPlay and Bluetooth® wireless technology
Menu control:
- Input
- Enter the menu (press and hold for 3 seconds)
- One level back in the menu
- Exit the menu (press and hold for 3 seconds)
- Plus
- Menu selection upwards
- Increase menu value
- Minus
- Menu selection downwards
- Decrease menu value
- Play/Pause
- Continue to the next menu level
- Confirm selection
DISPLAY INDICATIONS
The Amp 5.1 has an On-Screen Display (menu visible on the TV), a LED status indicator (green or red) and a LED display (in the front of the Amp 5.1).
On-Screen Display
All settings and the configuration of the Amp 5.1 can be conveniently
performed via the On-Screen Display on your TV screen. To do this, the Amp 5.1
must be connected to your TV via an HDMI® cable. The menu is simple and
structured and all changes you make on the Amp 5.1 are displayed on your TV.
By pressing the menu button (M) on the Smart-remote, you can access the main
menu.
Practical tip:
To change the language of the On-Screen Display from German to English, please
go to the main menu by pressing the button „M“. Under „System- einstellung“
[SYS] select the menu item „Displayeinstellungen“ [UIS] and change the
language under the menu item „Sprache“ [LAN].
LED status indicator
When you switch on the Amp 5.1, the Status LED lights up green. In standby
mode, the Status LED lights up red.
LED display
The LED display is located in the front of the Amp 5.1 and lights up for five
seconds when a command is sent. It indicates the selected function as
abbreviation or scroll text. The most important display indications and their
meanings are listed here:
Function | Display | Meaning |
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Input | TV | HDMI® ARC input selected |
Input | BDP | HDMI® HD1 input selected |
Input | SAT | HDMI® HD2 input selected |
Input | PS | HDMI® HD3 input selected |
Input | BT | Bluetooth® input selected |
Input | NET | Network input selected |
Input | AUX | Analog input selected |
Input | DVD | Coaxial digital input selected |
Input | CD | Optical digital input selected |
Sound Setting | V35 | Volume level is set to 35 (of max. 70) |
Sound Setting | — – – | Speaker is muted |
Sound Setting | BAS | Bass tone control selected |
Sound Setting | MID | Midrange tone control selected |
Sound Setting | TRE | Treble tone control selected |
Play Mode | STEREO | Stereo mode selected |
Play Mode | MOVIE | Virtual surround sound for movies selected |
Play Mode | MUSIC | Virtual surround sound for music selected |
Play Mode | NIGHT | Virtual surround sound for night operation |
Play Mode | DISCRETE | Surround sound for movies, music, etc. |
Play Mode | PARTY | Plays the front channels Front Left/Right also on |
(connected) surround speakers
Play Mode| PURE DIRECT| Source correct reproduction without the use of a
virtualizer or upmixer
---|---|---
Bluetooth®| BTP| Bluetooth® pairing mode
Bluetooth®| BT- / CON| Connection established
Bluetooth®| BT- / DIS| Connection disconnected or interrupted
Bluetooth®| FAI| Failure occurred during pairing process
Incoming signal| DOLBY ATMOS| Dolby Atmos® bitstream
Incoming signal| DOLBY DIGITAL| Dolby® Digital multichannel bitstream
Incoming signal| DOLBY DIGITAL 2.0| Dolby® Digital two-channel bitstream
Incoming signal| DTS HD| DTS-HD® bitstream
Incoming signal| DTS| DTS® Digital SuroundTM bitstream
Incoming signal| PCM| Digital stereo signal
Networking| CAST| Usage of Chromecast built-in
Networking| SPOTIFY| Usage of Spotify Connect
Networking| AIRPLAY| Usage of AirPlay technology
Network Setup| NET / SET| Ready for network connection
Network Setup| WIF / CON| Wireless network (WLAN) connected
Network Setup| WIF / DIS| Wireless network (WLAN) disconnected
Network Setup| ETH / CON| Network (Ethernet) connected
Network Setup| ETH / DIS| Network (Ethernet) disconnected
Note:
Further displays can be found in the detailed operating instructions.
These can be found at:
www.canton.de/manual/amp5.1
CONNECTION TO TV DEVICE
HDMI® (recommended)
- Connect a HDMI® cable from the HDMI OUT (ARC) output on the back of the Amp 5.1 to the HDMI IN (eARC/ARC) input of your TV.
- Now select the input [TV] by the Smart-remote using the up or down arrow key ( ).
Notes:
- A HDMI® connection supports digital audio and video with a single cable. It is the best option for connecting your Amp 5.1.
- If your TV features a HDMI® ARC/eARC connector, you can enjoy also the TV internal audio through your Amp 5.1 by using this HDMI® cable.
- This HDMI® connection is required if you intend to connect additional source devices to the Amp 5.1 inputs to display them on your TV.
- In this case, activate CEC mode on your TV. CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) is a feature that allows compatible devices to be controlled from a single remote control. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
Optical digital input (alternative)
- Connect the input OPTICAL at the Amp 5.1 to the OPTICAL OUT connector of your TV with an optical cable (TOSLINK).
- On the Smart-remote, use the up and down arrows ( ) to select the input [CD].
Note:
Make sure you have removed the protective caps from both ends of the optical cable, if present.
CONNECTION TO OTHER DEVICES
HDMI® (recommended)
To connect other digital devices such as a satellite receiver, Blu-ray player,
game console etc., it is recommended to connect them via one of the 3 HDMI®
inputs of the Amp 5.1.
- Connect one of the 3 HDMI IN (HD1/HD2/HD3) on the back of the Amp 5.1 and the HDMI OUT output of your digital source using a HDMI® cable.
- Now, select the used input [BDP] for HD1, [SAT] for HD2 or [PS] for HD3 with the up or down arrow key ( ) on the Smart-remote.
Note:
Make sure that you do not connect the other playback devices to the TV, but directly to the Amp 5.1. This is the only way to ensure that the best possible multichannel audio format / audiosignal is reproduced.
Optical digital input (alternative)
- Connect the input OPTICAL at the Amp 5.1 to the OPTICAL OUT connector of your TV using an optical cable (TOSLINK).
- On the Smart-remote, use the up and down arrows ( ) to select the input [CD].
Notes:
- If the optical digital input is already in use, please use one of the other unused inputs (COAX and/or LINE).
- Make sure you have removed the protective caps from both ends of the optical cable, if present.
SPEAKER CONNECTION
The Amp 5.1 offers you the possibility to combine up to 6 passive loudspeakers with up to 8 wireless Smart speakers to an up to 7.1.4 channel home cinema system. A maximum of 2 pairs of passive speakers, 3 pairs of Smart speakers and one center and/or subwoofer each can be connected passively or wirelessly.
Connect passive speakers wired and/or Smart speakers wirelessly:
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Enter the main menu by pressing the „M“ button. There, select the menu item „Output Setup“ [OPS] using the up/down arrows ( ) and press „OK“.
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Select „Speaker Config“ [SPC] and confirm with the „OK“ button.
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Select the speaker(s) to be configurated and press „OK“.
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Now, you can use the „+/–“ buttons to set the type of the speaker(s) to be configured and confirm with „OK“. The following are available:
For Front, Center, Surround, and Rear (Rear only with activated Surround):-
Smart (Wireless, with automatic size detection and adjustment)
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Large (Floorstanding speakers)
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Small (Bookshelf and small speakers)
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Off (Speaker not present in the setup. Not selectable for Front Left and Front Right, they are mandatory.)
For Top Front and Top Rear (Top Rear only with activated Top Front): -
Smart (Wireless, with automatic size detection and adjustment)
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Ceiling loudspeaker (In- or ceiling-mounted passive speakers)
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Upfire (To the ceiling „beaming“ Dolby Atmos®
enabled loudspeaker) -
Off (Speaker not present in the setup)
For Sub: -
Smart (Wireless)
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Analog (Wired connection of a powered/passive subwoofer)
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Off (Subwoofer not present in the setup)
Note: -
The selection of the speaker type must always be confirmed with the „OK“ button, otherwise your selection will not be stored.
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Now, go back one menu level by pressing the „M“ button. There, select the item „Speaker Mapping“ [SPM] and press „OK“.
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Select the appropriate speaker (Front Left, Front Right, Center, Sub, etc.) and confirm with „OK“.
- If you want to connect passive speakers (large/small) by a speaker cable, select Analog1 to Analog5 (corresponding to the speaker output 1 to 5 of the Amp 5.1) using the „+/-“ keys and exit the menu item by pressing the „OK“ button. Analog6 can only be used for subwoofers.
- If you have selected Smart speaker in the Speaker Config [SPC] menu, pressing the „OK“ button will initiate the pairing process. „Pairing in Process“ appears on the TV screen and the message „Wireless“ behind the selected speaker changes to „Wireless(PIR)“. The LED display shows [PIR], too.
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Now, plug the mains cable of the (new) loudspeaker to be connected into the mains socket and/or switch it on using the mains switch (if present). Before, this speaker must have been disconnected from the mains for at least 30 seconds, otherwise pairing is not possible!
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Approx. 10-20 seconds after connecting the speaker to the mains and/or switching it on, the TV screen will display „Pairing Successful“ and „Wireless(CON)“ behind the selected speaker to confirm a successful pairing process. The LED displays also show [CON].
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If the connection process fails, „Pairing Failed“ appears on the TV screen and „Wireless(FAI)“ appears behind the selected speaker. The display also shows [FAI]. In this case, repeat steps 6 and 7 and make sure that the speaker to be paired has been disconnected from the mains for at least 30 seconds before initiating the pairing process by pressing the „OK“ button.
USING CHROMECAST BUILT-INTM
Notes:
- On your (mobile) device the WiFi and Bluetooth® function must be switched on. Make sure that your (mobile) device is already connected to the WLAN (WiFi network).
- You will need an app that supports playback via Chromecast built-in (e.g. Spotify, Deezer, AllCast, TuneIn, etc.). Audio playback with the Google Home app directly is not possible.
Download the Google Home app
To use the integrated Chromecast built-in function, you need to install he
Google Home app on your (mobile) device. Open the app „Play Store“ „App Store“
on your (mobile) device. Search for the Google Home app and install it on your
(mobile) device. You need to confirm access to several functions, such as
identity, etc. Please start the Google Home app and follow the instructions.
You‘ll need to assign a Google Account to the app (create a new Google Account
if necessary) to complete the sign-in process.
Setting up the Smart Amp 5.1 using the Google Home app
- Open the Google Home app on your (mobile) device.
- Your (mobile) device is now searching for available devices within range. If necessary, you may have to select the search function manually. The Amp 5.1 will only be available after [NET] followed by [SET] has been indicated (once) in the display.
- Select Canton Smart Amp 5.1 as the device to set up.
- Now, your (mobile) device is trying to connect to the Amp 5.1 using Blue- tooth® wireless technology. Please follow the installation steps of the Goo- gle Home app.
- After the connection has been established, the Amp 5.1 plays a melody (sound sequence) through the connected speakers. Please confirm that you have heard the melody.
- Now, select the „room“ in which you want to use the Amp 5.1 (e.g. living room) and confirm with „Next“.
- Please select the WiFi network (WLAN) you want to use for the Amp 5.1 and click „Next“.
- The selected WiFi network and the Amp 5.1 are now connected. After a successful connection the display of the Amp 5.1 shows [WIF] followed by [CON].
- Now the installation is almost finished. Please follow a few final steps on your (mobile) device to complete the installation.
Google Assistant Voice Control
You can operate the Smart Amp 5.1 in two ways with the „Google Assistant“
voice control:
- Connecting to a separate Google Home device.
- Using the Google Home app-integrated voice control.
Further information can be found under: www.assistant.google.de
Note: Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.
PLAYBACK VIA SPOTIFY CONNECT
Use your phone, tablet, or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how.
CONNECTION VIA BLUETOOTH® WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY
You can conveniently connect the Smart Amp 5.1 to your (mobile) device via
Bluetooth® wireless technology. For this, please proceed as follows:
Establish connection via Bluetooth® wireless technology
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Select the Bluetooth® input [BT] by repeatedly pressing the arrow keys ( ) on the Smart-remote.
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Now, press the button „Bluetooth Pairing“ on the Smart-remote. The dis- play indictes [BTP].
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Start the search on your (mobile) device.
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Select Smart Amp 5.1xxx as the playback device.
Note:
If you have assigned a name to the Smart Amp 5.1 during network setup (e.g. living room), this name is also displayed here. -
After confirmation, the connection is established automatically and the message [BT-] and [CON] appears on the display of the Smart Amp 5.1.
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Start playback of a track on your (mobile) device and the sound is automati- cally played back by the Amp 5.1 via the connected speakers.
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If the connection has failed, you receive the message [FAI].
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If the (mobile) device requires a code, enter 0000.
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If [BT-] and [DIS] appears on the display, your (mobile) device is out of ran- ge or logged out.
USING AirPlay 2 TECHNOLOGY
With Apple AirPlay technology, you can play audio content over the wireless
network (WLAN) using your Smart Amp 5.1.
Additionally, AirPlay 2 technology offers you the possibility to play your
content on several amplifiers and/or loudspeakers synchronously.
Connecting the Smart Amp 5.1 to the WLAN (WiFi network) via iPhone, iPad or iPod touch
To connect your Smart Amp 5.1 to your WLAN (WiFi network) via iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, please proceed as follows:
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Connect your Amp 5.1 to the power outlet and wait until the display (once) shows [NET] followed by [SET].
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On your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch, select „Settings“ and then „Wi Fi“ (WLAN).
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Under the menu item „SET UP NEW AIRPLAY SPEAKER“ select the Smart Amp 5.1 as the device to be installed.
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The „AirPlay Config…“ window opens.
a. Under „Network“ select the network to which you want to connect the Smart Amp 5.1.
b. Under “Speaker name” enter the name (synonym) you want to assign to the Amp 5.1.
c. Optionally, you can assign a password under „SPEAKER PASSWORD“.
d. Select the function „Next“ and wait (approx. 30 seconds) until the Amp 5.1 shows [WIF] / [CON] in the display. -
Finalize the registration process in the „Configuration finished“ window that opens by pressing the „Done“ button. The Smart Amp 5.1 is now connected to your WLAN (WiFi network) and ready for use.
Playback via AirPlay resp. AirPlay 2 Technology
Requirements to play music using AirPlay 2 technology:
- iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or HomePod with iOS 11.4 or higher.
- Apple TV 4k or Apple TV HD with tvOS 11.4 or higher
- Mac or PC with iTunes 12.8 or higher resp. Mac with macOS Catalina or higher.
Playback on Smart Amp 5.1 (and other devices):
- To play your music using the Amp 5.1, start the playback of the desired title in a media app on your [mobile] device.
- Open the Control Center on your Apple device. Swipe from the top right corner (iOS 12 or higher) or from the bottom (iOS 11 or lower) towards the center of the display.
- Select the AirPlay symbol in the Audio Card, and in the dialog that opens select the amplifier(s) resp. speaker(s) which you want to use for playback.
To start music playback on one or more AirPlay-enabled device(s) via Mac, Apple TV or Apple Music, please refer to the following support page: https://support.apple.com/en-ca/HT202809
Notes:
- Use Siri on your iPhone, iPad, HomePod, or Apple TV to control the Amp 5.1 with just your voice.
- The Smart Amp 5.1 supports only audio streaming, no video streaming.
ASSIGNING PRESET 1-3
The Smart Amp 5.1 is able to assign three memory buttons with „presets“. Settings like volume, selected input and settings in the Speaker Setup [SPS] menu (sound settings, etc.) as well as playlists from the app „Spotify“ can be stored. The memory buttons can be operated via the Smart remote control as well as via the keypad on top of the Smart Amp 5.1.
Practical tip:
We recommend you to store the settings you have made in the loud- speaker menu during the initial set-up of the Smart Amp 5.1, e.g. regarding loudspeaker levels and distances, sound settings, etc., to one of the three preset buttons so that your settings are not overwritten by the (neutral) factory settings if you accidentally press one of the preset buttons.
To store playlists and/or (sound)settings, please proceed as follows:
- Please apply the desired settings regarding volume, sound, input, etc. and press and hold the memory button 1, 2 or 3 until the corresponding number [P1], [P2] or [P3] is shown in the display and no longer flashes.
- To store a playlist, please open the desired playlist on the app „Spotify“ on your (mobile) device and start playback. Be sure to select Spotify Connect as your connection to Smart Amp 5.1, not Chromecast built-in. Now, please press and hold the corresponding memory button 1, 2 or 3 until the cor- responding number [P1], [P2] or [P3] is shown in the display and no longer flashes. Storing a playlist automatically stores all (sound)settings, too.
- To recall the settings resp. a playlist from these presets, please press the corresponding button 1, 2 or 3 briefly. The settings are then called up, resp. the tracks from the stored playlist are played back automatically by the Smart Amp 5.1 (even without using your (mobile) device).
Note:
To delete a playlist and/or the settings from a preset button, please press
and hold the relating button for 10 seconds until the corresponding preset
[P1], [P2] or [P3] is shown in the display rapidly flashing.
AUTOMATIC UPDATES
After you have connected the Smart Amp 5.1 to the network, firmware updates
are executed automatically. After each connection to the power supply and at
regular intervals (also in standby mode), the Amp 5.1 searches for an update
and installs this, if available. The LED flashes green/red during the update
and the display first shows „DOWNLOADING“, then „UPDATING“. During this time
the Smart Amp 5.1 is not operable.
To do this, the Smart Amp 5.1 must have been connected to the network router
via the Google Home app or an iOS device (by use of WLAN) or alternatively by
a network cable (by use of LAN).
Attention:
Do NOT disconnect the Smart Amp 5.1 from the power supply during an update
process!
Note:
The Amp 5.1 contains a multitude of other great functions. All settings can be
found in the detailed instruction manual. This can be found under:
www.canton.de/manual/amp5.1
TECHNICAL DATA
Power supply
- Operating voltage 100-240V~
- Operating frequency 50/60Hz
- Power consumption ECO standby 0.47W
- Power consumption NSB standby WLAN [WIF] 1.94W (Factory setting)
- Power consumption NSB standby LAN [ETH] ca. 6.8W
- Power consumption AUT standby ca. 7.1W
- Power consumption MAN standby ca. 4.5W
- Power consumption in idle mode ca. 10W
- Power consumption maximum ca. 400W
Signal level
- Sub Out: RCA, max. 2.0V (effective)
- Analog Line [AUX]: RCA, max. 2.0V (effective)
- Optical [CD]: Toslink, max. 96kHz/24Bit
- Coaxial [DVD]: RCA, max. 96kHz/24Bit
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
- Bluetooth® standard 4.1 (A2DP)
- Range Up to 10m
- Max. transmission power 100mW (+20dBm)
- Frequency range 2402–2480MHz
- Antenna gain 4.2dBi
WLAN
- Max. transmission power 100mW (+20dBm)
- Frequency range 2412-2472MHz (802.11b/g/n) 5150-5350MHz and 5470-5725MHz (802.11a/n/ac)
- Antenna gain 4.2dBi @ 2.4GHz, 4.5dBi @ 5GHz
Wireless Audio
- Max. transmission power 100mW (+20dBm)
- Frequency range 2402-2480 MHz (2412MHz, 2438MHz and 2464MHz) 5180-5240 MHz (5180MHz, 5210MHz and 5240MHz) 5736-5814 MHz (5736MHz, 5762MHz and 5814MHz)
- Antenna gain 4.2dBi @ 2.4GHz, 4.5dBi @ 5GHz
FURTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Information on “Intended Use”
The Amp 5.1 is designed for indoor use and must not be used outdoors or in a
wet environment. Do not make any conversions or modifi cations to the device.
Connect the Amp 5.1 as described in the instructions and observe the safety
instructions. Only operate the device with the mains voltage and frequency
specified on the rating plate.
Information about an environmentally friendly operation
To reduce the power consumption, switch the Amp 5.1 to standby mode by
pressing the Power „ “ button when not in use. This “saves power” and lowers
your electricity bill.
Information about the CE marking
Electrical and electronic devices placed on the market within the European
Union must be given a CE mark to indicate that the equipment complies with the
applicable requirements (e.g. equipment safety or electromagnetic
compatibility).
Disposal instructions
According to the EU Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment,
devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of together with
municipal waste (household waste). Please inform yourself, if necessary,
contact your local disposal company or the municipal/city administration about
the free disposal for you. It serves the environmental and health protection
as well as the saving of (rare) raw materials by recycling.
Batteries must also not be disposed of together with general household waste. They must be collected separately and returned to a battery collection point. Throw empty batteries into the collection container free of charge, for example, those situated at the trade. Improperly disposed of batteries can harm human and animal health and/or the environment.
EU Declaration of Conformity
**marking**
We, the manufacturer/importer
Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG • Neugasse 21–23 • 61276 Weilrod • Germany
confirm and declare in sole responsibility that the product
Smart Amp 5.1
(Audio/video amplifier with multiple signal inputs and outputs, wireless audio
transmitter, WiFi module and Ethernet connection, Bluetooth® wireless
technology, internal switch mode power supply and infrared remote control)
is in accordance with the Directives of the European Parliament and of the Council
Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment)
Directive 2014/35/EU (Low Voltage Directive)
Directive 2011/65/EU (Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances)
Directive 2012/19/EU (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
Directive 2009/125/EG (Ecodesign requirements for Energy-related Products)
Operation is permitted in all countries of the European Union.
A complete Declaration of Conformity can be found at:
www.canton.de/en/doc
Legally binding signature:
LICENSE INFORMATION
Spotify Connect feature may not be used in countries where Spotify service is
not available.
The Spotify software is subject to third party licenses found here:
http://www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the
Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Canton is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Google, Google Home and Chromecast built-in are trademarks of Google LLC.
Apple, AirPlay, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, HomePod, Apple TV, Mac, iTunes,
Apple Music, Siri, macOS, and tvOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of
Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. Use of the
Works with Apple badge means that an accessory has been designed to work
specifically with the technology identified in the badge and has been
certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
To control this AirPlay 2–enabled accessory, iOS 11.4 or later is required.
Dolby, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Audio, and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. Copyright © 2012-2020 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from
DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, DTS-HD, Digital Surround, and the DTS logo are
registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and
other countries.
© 2020 DTS, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
WARRANTY
Above and beyond the legal warranty period Canton offers a warranty of 5 years on all its passive loudspeakers. A 2-year warranty is offered for active and semi-active speakers and devices. The warranty period begins at the time of purchase and only applies to the purchaser. Warranty claims will only be accepted if accompanied by the original packaging. The warranty does not cover damages incurred in transit or damages caused by improper use. The warranty is not extended if parts are exchanged within the period covered by the warranty. This applies to all loudspeakers purchased from an authorised Canton dealer. In the event of damage please contact your dealer or the Canton Service department direct.
For further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service:
Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG
Neugasse 21 – 23 61276 Weilrod, Germany
Tel. +49 (0)6083 287-87
info@canton.de
www.canton.de
All Statements without guarantee.
Technical changes, typing errors and other errors reserved.
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