Bang & Olufsen BeoLab 5 User manual

BeoLab 5
Guide
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back).
No User-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
WARNING: To prevent fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance
to rain or moisture. Do not expose
this equipment to dripping or
splashing and ensure that no objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, are
placed on the equipment.
To completely disconnect this
equipment from the AC Mains,
disconnect the power supply cord
plug from the AC receptacle.
This symbol indicates that a
dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric
shock is present within this
unit.
This symbol indicates that there
are important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying this
unit.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that inter-
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-
ference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
This product fulfils the conditions stated in
the EEU directives 89/336 and 73/23.

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Contents
This Guide describes how to set up a
pair of BeoLab 5 loudspeakers and
prepare them for use. The Guide
provides useful information when
you set up the loudspeakers for the
first time, and later, if you have to
move or rearrange your setup.
For a description of the Beo4 remote
control (optional accessory), please
refer to the Guide enclosed with the
Beo4 remote control – or to the
Guides for your Bang & Olufsen
audio or video system.
Follow the instructions in this Guide
carefully.
Daily use, 4
Find information about how to use BeoLab 5, about the built-in loudspeaker
protection system, and how to clean BeoLab 5.
Set up BeoLab 5, 6
Important information to consider before setting up BeoLab 5.
Connect cables, 8
Find information about the sockets, and how to connect BeoLab 5 to your audio or
video system.
Adapt BeoLab 5 to your system, 11
Find out how to select an Option setting suitable to your particular setup, and
how to change the LINE input level setting.
Adapt BeoLab 5 to your room, 12
Read about the unique Adaptive Bass Control system, and how to calibrate BeoLab 5
to your particular room.
Use the PIN code system, 14
Find out about the PIN code system.
Indicator lights and sound signals, 17
An overview of the indicator lights and the sound signals.
Index, 18
Find the specific subject you want to know more about.
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4Daily use
When you have finished setting up
the loudspeaker as described on the
following pages, connect the entire
audio or video system to the mains.
The loudspeaker is designed to be
left in standby when not in use – so
do not switch off the power.
The Adaptive Bass Control system ensures
that the bass level suits the placement of
the loudspeaker. Therefore, if you move
the loudspeaker to a new position, you
must perform a new calibration, as
explained in Adapt BeoLab 5 to your room
(pp. 12–13).
Switching on and off
When you switch on your Bang & Olufsen
system, the loudspeaker switches on
simultaneously. The indicator light shines
green*, indicating that the loudspeaker is
switched on.
When you switch off your Bang & Olufsen
system, the indicator light switches to red,
indicating that the loudspeaker is not in use.
If the loudspeaker is connected to a non-Bang &
Olufsen system, refer to the next page for
information about switching on and off, turning
the volume up and down, shifting the sound
balance, and presetting the volume level.
Loudspeaker protection
The loudspeaker is equipped with a thermal
protection system which prevents the units
from overheating. Should an error occur, the
system automatically switches the loudspeaker
to standby – and the indicator light flashes
red.
To restore the situation:
> Disconnect the loudspeaker from the mains.
> Allow the system time to reset (approx. 3–5
minutes).
> Reconnect the loudspeaker to the mains again.
Should the problem persist, contact your Bang &
Olufsen retailer.
Do not touch the two speaker domes. When
cleaning is required, use the enclosed brush only!
Cleaning
Clean the loudspeaker surfaces using a soft,
lint-free cloth which you have wrung firmly in
lukewarm water.
Never use a vacuum cleaner to clean the two
domes. However, the front speaker cloth may
be cleaned with a vacuum cleaner with a
brush nozzle, and set to the lowest suction
level.
Never use alcohol or other solvents to clean
any parts of the loudspeaker.
Indicator light
*NOTE! If the Adaptive Bass Control system has
not yet been calibrated, the indicator light slowly
flashes green. The calibration is explained in Adapt
BeoLab 5 to your room (pp. 12–13). If the
loudspeaker has been locked by the PIN code
system, the indicator light shines intermittently red
and green. The PIN code system is explained in
Use the PIN code system (p. 14).

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Use BeoLab 5 with a non-Bang &
Olufsen system
The loudspeakers must be connected as
explained on page 10, and the Option number
set to 1 or 4, as explained on page 11.
Operate your non-Bang & Olufsen system as you
normally would. However, you will have to use a
Beo4 remote control (optional accessory) to do the
following:
– Switch the loudspeakers on and off;
– Turn the volume level up or down;
– Adjust the left–right sound balance (when you
switch on the loudspeakers, the balance is
always neutral);
– Store and reset sound levels;
– Use the PIN code system;
– Change Option setting and LINE input level.
Although BASS, TREBLE, LOUDNSS are available in
the Beo4 display you cannot adjust these levels
using Beo4. We recommend that you keep any
tone control settings neutral.
For specific information about the Beo4 remote
control, please refer to its enclosed Guide.
Option 1 Option 4
If BeoLab 5 is programmed to Option 1
To switch BeoLab 5 on/off…
> Press RADIO to switch on.
> Press • to switch off.
To turn the volume level up/down…
> Press
∧ to turn the volume up.
> Press
∨ to turn the volume down.
To reset the sound level…
> Press LIST until RESET* is shown in the Beo4
display.
> Press GO to reset sound level.
To shift the left–right sound balance…
> Press
ss to shift the sound towards the left, and
press
tt to shift the sound towards the right.
To store a new start up sound level…
> Press ∧∨ until you reach your preferred start
up sound level.
> Press LIST until A.SETUP* is shown in the Beo4
display.
> Press GO to accept.
> Press LIST until S.STORE is shown in the Beo4
display.
> Press GO to store the new start up level.
If BeoLab 5 is programmed to Option 4
To switch BeoLab 5 on/off…
> Press LIST until LINK* is shown in the Beo4
display, and then RADIO to switch on.
> Press • to switch off.
To turn the volume level up/down…
> Press
∧ to turn the volume up.
> Press
∨ to turn the volume down.
To reset the sound level…
> Press LIST until RESET* is shown in the Beo4
display.
> Press GO to reset sound level.
To shift the left–right sound balance…
> Press
ss to shift the sound towards the left,
press
tt to shift the sound towards the right.
To store a new start up sound level…
> Press ∧∨ until you reach your preferred start
up sound level.
> Press LIST until A.SETUP* is shown in the Beo4
display.
> Press GO to accept.
> Press LIST until S.STORE is shown in the Beo4
display.
> Press GO to store the new start up level.
*Must be added to the Beo4 LIST-function. To do
so, refer to the Beo4 Guide.
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6Setting up BeoLab 5
We recommend that you follow this
procedure:
– Disconnect your audio or video system from
the mains;
– Make all the connections as described in
Cable connections (pp. 8–10);
– Connect the loudspeakers to the mains;
– If necessary, program the loudspeakers to
your audio or video system, as described in
Adapt BeoLab 5 to your system (p. 11);
– Let the loudspeakers perform the Adaptive
Bass Control calibration, as described in
Adapt BeoLab 5 to your room (pp. 12–13);
– If you wish to activate the PIN code system,
you may now do so. This is explained in
Use the PIN code system (pp. 14–16);
– Connect your audio or video system to the
mains again.
Cautions
– Do not attempt to open the loudspeaker. Leave
such operations to qualified service personnel!
– Make sure that the loudspeaker is placed and
connected in accordance with the instructions
in this Guide.
– Place the loudspeaker on the floor.
– Do not place any items on top of the
loudspeaker.
– Do not touch the two speaker domes! Use the
enclosed brush only when cleaning – please
refer to Cleaning BeoLab 5 (p. 4) for further
information.
– The loudspeaker is designed for indoor use in
dry, domestic environments only, and for use
within a temperature range of 10–40º C
(50–105º F).
Before you start…
– If you connect the loudspeaker to a non-Bang &
Olufsen system, you will need a Beo4 remote
control (optional accessory), in order to be able
to operate the loudspeaker, e.g. switching on
and off, turning the volume level up or down,
etc.
– Volume levels are adjusted in the built-in
loudspeaker amplifiers, not in your audio or
video system, and we recommend that you keep
any tone control settings neutral.
– Remember that all loudspeakers in a setup must
be connected to the mains.
Warning
– Prolonged listening at a high volume level may
cause hearing damages!
Handling BeoLab 5: Due to its heavy weight, any
moving or lifting should always be done by two
persons. ‘Safe areas’ to hold when moving/lifting
the loudspeaker are indicated in the illustration.
Do not move the loudspeaker without lifting it
clear of the floor, as damage to the floor may
result!

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3
4
5
7
9
10
11
8
6
1
Cover for socket panel: To get access to the
sockets and the RIGHT–LEFT switch, you will have
to remove the cover. To do so, pull out the bottom
edge of the cover, as illustrated above.
Cable cover: Place the mains lead and the signal
cables inside the enclosed cable cover, and then
use the special tool to seal the cover.
Cable clamp: For safety reasons the mains lead
must be secured to the loudspeaker. To do so,
place the cable cover with the cables behind the
clamp, and tighten the two screws.
The illustration to the left shows the placement
of different parts:
1Touch field
2Indicator light
3High frequency speaker dome – do not touch!
4Mid frequency speaker dome – do not touch!
5Receiver for Beo4 remote control signals
6Upper bass speaker unit
7Moving microphone for the Adaptive Bass
Control system
8Lower bass speaker unit
9Cover for socket panel
10 Base
11 Beo4 remote control (optional accessory)
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The loudspeaker can be connected to
Bang & Olufsen audio and video
systems as explained on page 9. It
may also be connected to
non-Bang & Olufsen systems as
explained on page 10.
Use the illustrations and the graphics
imprinted on the socket panel when
locating the sockets and the switch.
For specific information about the
sockets on your audio or video
system, please refer to the Guide
enclosed with the system.
To get access to the panel, remove the
cover on the rear of the loudspeaker as
explained on page 7.
Connect cables
Socket and switch panel
DIGITAL OUT
Phono socket/RCA socket used to forward the
digital signal from the first loudspeaker to the next
(SPDIF unbalanced).
Digital connections carry both the right and left
sound channels.
DIGITAL IN
Phono socket/RCA socket used for connection to a
system with a digital output (SPDIF unbalanced).
Digital connections carry both the right and left
sound channels.
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Socket for connection to the mains supply.
RIGHT – LEFT
This switch sets the loudspeaker to play either the
right or the left sound channel. Set this switch to
RIGHT or LEFT respectively, when connecting the
loudspeaker using any of the sockets marked
POWER LINK, or the sockets marked DIGITAL.
When you connect the loudspeaker using the socket
marked LINE only, you may leave the switch in either
position.
POWER LINK
RIGHT
LEFT
LINE
'Syncr.'
2
1
DIGITAL
OUT IN
The ‘Syncr. connection’ is hidden beneath a small
cover. To get access, just pry the cover off.
POWER LINK 1 – 2
Sockets for connection to Bang & Olufsen audio or
video systems.
Power Link connections carry both the right and
left sound channels.
LINE
Phono socket/RCA socket for connection to
non-Bang & Olufsen audio or video systems.
The LINE signal must be a non-regulated line
signal (≤2 V RMS). If the LINE output level exceeds
2 V RMS, you must change the LINE input level on
each loudspeaker – as explained in Adapt
BeoLab 5 to your system (p. 11).
’Syncr. connection’
Socket for connection between two BeoLab 5
speakers in a setup. Used when connecting to
non-Bang & Olufsen systems only. The connection
ensures that both loudspeakers always play at the
same volume level.
Power Link cables may be run in two ways, as
illustrated here.

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POWER LINKPOWER LINK
DIGITALDIGITAL
OUT
IN
IN
POWER LINK POWER LINK
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
IN IN
OUT
For connections in other Bang & Olufsen digital
systems, please refer to the Guide enclosed with
those systems.
Connection to Bang & Olufsen
systems
The loudspeaker can be connected to all
Bang & Olufsen audio and video systems
equipped with Power Link sockets. It can also
be connected to Bang & Olufsen systems that
have a digital output socket.
Remember to set the switch marked RIGHT–LEFT
to the correct position on each loudspeaker!
POWER LINK connections
Use the enclosed Power Link cables to connect the
loudspeakers to your system. Power Link
connections may be run in two ways as explained
on page 8.
Longer cables are available from your Bang &
Olufsen retailer. However, you should not use
longer cables than necesassary.
IMPORTANT: Use fully mounted Power Link cables
only – not the very thin type! If the wrong type of
Power Link cables are used, the loudspeaker will
not play. If in doubt, ask your Bang & Olufsen
retailer.
DIGITAL connections
If your Bang & Olufsen system has a digital output
socket, we recommend that you connect the
loudspeakers directly to this socket as well. This
ensures optimal sound quality when playing digital
sources (CD’s). Use Bang & Olufsen approved
phono cables to connect the loudspeakers to your
system.
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10 >> Connect cables
Connection to non-Bang & Olufsen
systems
The loudspeaker may be connected to most
non-Bang & Olufsen audio or video systems
equipped with a non-regulated LINE level
output (volume levels are adjusted in the
built-in loudspeaker amplifiers, not in the
audio or video system).
The loudspeaker may also be connected to
most systems with a digital output socket
(SPDIF).
When connecting to non-Bang & Olufsen systems,
remember to change the ‘Option’ setting to either
1 or 4, as explained in ‘Adapt BeoLab 5 to your
system’ (p. 11).
LINE
LINE
'Sync.'
DIGITALDIGITAL
OUT
IN
IN
LINE connections
Use ordinary phono cables to connect each
loudspeaker directly to your system.
If the LINE output level exceeds 2 V RMS, you must
set each loudspeaker to accommodate a higher
input level (> 2 V RMS ≤4 V RMS), as explained in
Adapt BeoLab 5 to your system (p. 11).
‘Syncr.’ connection
Connection between the two loudspeakers. The
connection ensures that both loudspeakers always
play at the same volume level.
Use a Bang & Olufsen approved cable with a
mini-jack plug in each end to connect the two
loudspeakers in a setup.
DIGITAL connections
If your system has a digital output socket, we
recommend that you connect the loudspeakers to
this socket as well. This ensures optimal sound
quality when playing digital sources.
Use Bang & Olufsen approved phono cables to
connect the loudspeakers to your system.
When using digital connections, remember to set
the switch marked RIGHT–LEFT to the correct
position on each loudspeaker!