Teufel Theater 500 T 500S FR 16 Shelf Speaker User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Teufel
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Teufel Theater 500 T 500S FR 16 Shelf Speaker User Manual
General Notes And Information
Notice
The information in this document may change without prior notice and in no way
constitutes any liability on the part of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH. No part of
this user manual may be reproduced in any form or be broadcast in any way
electronically, mechanically, by photocopy or recording without the written
permission of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH.
© Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH Version 3.0 March 2022
Original packaging
If you wish to exercise your right of return, we ask that you be absolutely
sure to hold onto the packaging. We can only accept the return of the speakers
WITH THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING. Empty boxes are not available!
Complaints
In case of a complaint we will need the following information to process your
enquiry:
- Invoice number Can be found on the sales slip (enclosed with the product) or on the order confirmation received as a PDF document, e.g. 4322543
- Serial number or batch number Located on the back of the device, e.g. serial no.: KB20240129A-123.
Thank you for your support!
Contact
Please contact our customer service with any questions, suggestions or
criticism: Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH BIKINI Berlin Budapester Str. 44 10787
Berlin (Germany)
Phone 00800 – 200 300 40 (toll-free)
Fax: +49 (0)30 / 300 930 930
Service: www.teufelaudio.com/service
Contact: www.teufelaudio.com/contact
Proper use
The speakers serve to play back audio signals from a power amplifier. Only use
the speakers as described in this user manual. Any other use will be deemed as
not in accordance with the instructions and may lead to damage of property or
even persons. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by
improper use. The speakers are intended for domestic use only.
Before operating the speakers, please read the safety notes and user manual carefully. This is the only way to use all functions safely and reliably. Store the user manual in a safe place and also be sure to pass it on to any subsequent owner.
NOTICE
Check that all items have been delivered and that nothing is damaged. If you
find any damage, do not operate the device; instead contact our customer
service department.
For Your Safety
Signal terms
You can find the following signal terms in this user manual:
⚠ CAUTION
This signal term indicates a low risk, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
This signal term warns you of potential damage.
Safety notes
This chapter contains general safety notes which you should always observe to
protect yourself and third parties. Also observe the warning notes in each
chapter of this user manual.
An unsuitable setup location may result in injury and damage.
– If the speakers are not securely mounted, do not use them in vehicles, in
unstable locations, on wobbly tripods or furniture, on under dimensioned
brackets etc. The speakers may tip or fall over and cause injury to persons or
be damaged themselves.
– Place the speakers in such a way that they cannot be knocked over
inadvertently and make sure that the cables do not pose a tripping hazard.
– Do not place the speakers near heat sources (e.g. heaters, ovens, other heat
generating equipment such as amplifiers etc.).
An unstable base may cause the unit to tip and injure or even kill persons,
children are particularly at risk. You can prevent a large number of accidents
by taking the following precautions:
– If you want to use underframes or speaker stands, only use those recommended
by the manufacturer.
– When storing the product, also ensure that it stands safely and that it
cannot be knocked down or over.
Children can become trapped in the plastic wrapping when playing and
suffocate.
– Do not allow children to play with the device or the plastic wrapping.
There is a danger of suffocation.
– Ensure that children do not remove small parts from the device or take them
off of the device (e.g. control knobs or plug adapters). They could swallow
the parts and choke.
Extended listening at high volumes may lead to hearing loss.
To avoid damage to health, avoid extended listening at high volumes.
– When the volume is set high, always keep a certain distance from the device
and never place your ear directly on the speaker.
– If an amplifier is set to full volume, this may produce very high sound
pressure. This may have psychological consequences and also cause physical
injury. Children and pets are particularly at risk. Set your signal source
device volume control to a low setting before turning on the power.
This product contains magnetic material.
– If necessary, consult your physician and ask for effects on implants such as
pacemakers or defibrillators.
– Keep magnetically sensitive objects (e.g. credit cards etc.) away from the
speakers.
Overview
Unpacking
- Carefully open the box, take out the EPE foam half-shells and carefully lift the speakers out of the box.
Pack contents
2× shelf speakers T 500S FR 16
Checking the pack contents
- Check that all items have been delivered and that nothing is damaged.
- If the delivery is incomplete or the device has been damaged, please contact our service team (see 2).
- Never operate the device if it is damaged.
Setup
ℹ Our website contains comprehensive notes for correct setup.
Mounting material especially attuned to these speakers (cables, speaker
stands, wall mount brackets and isolation pads) is available via our web shop
(www.teufelaudio.com).
Protective grids
If you position the front speakers behind a screen, remove the protective
grids to compensate for any absorption of high frequencies by the screen.
NOTICE
Risk of damage!
– Make sure that you do not touch the highly sensitive diaphragms.
Setup location
- Select a stable, level base or a suitable wall.
- Make sure that the environment is clean and free from dust.
- Select a location away from heat sources and direct sunlight.
- Lay the connector cords so that they do not pose a tripping hazard.
- Do not place any heavy objects on the cables or the speakers.
Setup
The following data concern an “ideal home cinema”, in which the viewer or
listener sits in a central position at a sufficient distance in front of the
video screen or screen (see the following graphic) and no objects (tables or
the like) are located in between. Unfortunately, the room, furnishings or
other circumstances do not always allow for optimum arrangement.
Modern software in the external players offers diverse possibilities to
electronically compensate for possible compromises in the placement. The
following general rule applies: You can always experiment on what works best
in your listening room in terms of sound and appearance based on our
recommendations. Let your ears (and eyes) decide!
- The front speakers are set up to the right and left of the screen or positioned at a height of approx. 80 to 160 cm.
- They should form, as far as possible, an equilateral triangle with the listener what is known as the stereo triangle (distance to listener = distance between speakers).
- Depending on the speaker and set-up location, it may make sense to angle them towards the listening position. You should definitely try this to determine whether it noticeably improves the sound.
Connecting
⚠ CAUTION
Risk of injury/damage!
- Lay the cables so that they do not pose a tripping hazard.
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Turn off your amplifier/AV receiver.
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Lay the speaker cables from your amplifier/AV receiver to each of the speakers. Use a high-quality double wire speaker cable with marked strands for this.
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A connector terminal with two or four pole terminals is located on the back side of the speakers. You can connect the speaker cables directly here or using pin plugs. Direct connection only is described here. The terminals are marked in red (+) and black (-).
NOTICE
Make sure the polarity is correct! Connect each of the like coloured terminals of your speakers and your amplifier/ AV receiver with one another; otherwise the sound quality will suffer. To facilitate this, the individual single wires of the speaker cables are marked with different colours or shapes. -
Split the single wire down by approx. 30 mm on both ends and remove approx. 10 mm of insulation each. Twist the single wire so that no strands are protruding.
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Turn the connector terminal counterclokwise until loose. Run the stripped cable end into the now visible hole. Close the terminal by turning it clockwise. The cable has now been clamped in place.
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Connect the other end of the speaker cables to your amplifier/AV receiver. You should be able to find corresponding notes in the user manual of your device.
Care And Cleaning
NOTICE
External influences could damage the speakers.
– If possible, only use plain water without any additives. In case of
stubborn marks, a mild soap solution may be used.
– Do not use caustic cleaning products, white spirit, thinners, petrol or
similar under any circumstances. Such cleaning agents may damage the delicate
surface of the housing.
- Ideally, you should remove dust or small amounts of dirt with a dry, smooth leather cloth.
- Use a damp cloth to rub off stubborn dirt. Make sure that no liquid penetrates the housing.
- Then immediately wipe the damp surfaces off with a soft cloth without applying pressure.
Troubleshooting
The following advice should help you to solve problems. If this does not help, you will find useful information in the detailed FAQs on our website. Otherwise, please contact our hotline (see page 2). Take note of the warranty instructions.
Technical Data
You can find further technical data on our website. Technical changes reserved!
Declaration of Conformity
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH declares that this product complies with the relevant European and national directives. The full text of the CE Declaration of Conformity can be found at this web address: www.teufel.de/konformitaetserklaerungen www.teufelaudio.com/declaration-of-conformity
Disposal
Important information in accordance with the Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Act (Germany: ElektroG)
We advise owners of electrical and electronic appliances that old electrical
and electronic devices must be handed in separately from municipal waste, in
accordance with the applicable regulations. Batteries and rechargeable
batteries that are not firmly enclosed in old electrical devices and lamps,
and that can be removed from the old device without destroying them, must be
separated from them in a non-destructive manner before they are handed to the
collection point for their intended disposal. Please take note of our
information on the Batteries Act [Germany: BattG] below for disposing of
batteries.
You make an important contribution to returning, recycling and further
processing of old devices if you separate your old devices into the correct
collection groups for recycling.
The symbol below of a crossed-out dustbin, applied to electrical and
electronic appliances, also advises of the duty to separate collections:
Consumer electronics stores and supermarkets are obliged, under certain
conditions, to take back old electrical and electronic devices, in accordance
with section 17 of the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act. Stationary
retailers must take back an old electrical device of the same type when a new
electrical device is bought (1:1 return). This also applies to home
deliveries. These retailers must also take back up to three small old
electrical devices ( 25cm) without this being linked to a new purchase (0:1
return).
In accordance with the Electrical and Electronic Equipment Act, as online
retailers of electrical devices and due to our product range, our obligation
is limited to 1:1 return of large devices of > 50 cm when selling a new
electrical or electronic device of the same type. We comply with the
obligation of return of devices other than large devices through our service
provider. You can find the exact contact data and collection points on our
website www.Teufel.de/entsorgung. It is
also possible to return old electrical and electronic appliances free of
charge at an official delivery point run by the public waste disposal
authorities.
Important: For safety reasons we ask that you refrain from sending lighting fixtures (some lamps). For return of lighting fixtures please use the public waste disposal collection points or contact us directly at www.Teufel.de/entsorgung.
As an end-user, you are responsible for deleting any personal data on old
electrical appliances before handing it in.
Important: Our appliances can contain batteries/ rechargeable batteries. If
this is the case, please refer to its attached product documentation for
additional information on the type and chemical make-up of the battery. For
products with battery compartments you can directly remove the batteries or
rechargeable batteries and dispose of them properly. If the batteries are
built in to the product, do not in any case attempt to remove the batteries
yourself, instead contact one of our employees or appropriate specialist
staff.
Please contact our customer service department with any questions, suggestions, or complaints:
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH BIKINI Berlin Budapester Str. 44 10787 Berlin (Germany) www.teufelaudio.com
Phone.: 00800 200 300 40 (toll-free) Fax: +49 (0)30 – 300 930 930 Service:
www.teufelaudio.com/service
Contact: www.teufelaudio.com/contact
No responsibility is assumed for the correctness of this information. Technical changes, typographical errors and other errors reserved.
Instruction No. 94309_EN_20220310_V3.0
References
- Entsorgung | Teufel
- Konformitätserklärungen | Teufel
- Teufel: Speakers & Headphones Direct from the Manufacturer Online
- Declaration of conformity | Teufel
- Support | Teufel
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