Canton Smart Amp 5.1 User manual

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hours filled with excellent sound.
If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to contact us!
Service-Telefon: 06083 / 287-87
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Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG
Neugasse 21–23
61276 Weilrod, Germany
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Content
Important safety instructions .................................................................................................................................................................Page 73
Unpacking..............................................................................................................................................................................................Page 78
Setting up the remote control.................................................................................................................................................................Page 78
Connection terminal...............................................................................................................................................................................Page 79
Touch pad ..............................................................................................................................................................................................Page 80
Remote control.......................................................................................................................................................................................Page 81
LED indications ......................................................................................................................................................................................Page 82
Display indications.................................................................................................................................................................................Page 82
Using Chromecast built-in .....................................................................................................................................................................Page 85
Google Assistant....................................................................................................................................................................................Page 86
Automatic Updates ................................................................................................................................................................................Page 87
Using Spotify Connect ...........................................................................................................................................................................Page 87
Playback via Bluetooth® wireless technology........................................................................................................................................Page 88
Preset 1-3...............................................................................................................................................................................................Page 89
Menu structure and navigation ..............................................................................................................................................................Page 90
1. Speaker Setup [SPS]............................................................................................................................................................................Page 91
– Channel Level [CHL].........................................................................................................................................................................Page 91
– Distance [DST]..................................................................................................................................................................................Page 92
– Compression [DRC] ..........................................................................................................................................................................Page 93
– Voice Clarity [VOI]............................................................................................................................................................................Page 93
– Equalization [EQ] ..............................................................................................................................................................................Page 94
– Xover Small Speakers [XOV] .............................................................................................................................................................Page 95
– Subwoofer Setup [SUB].....................................................................................................................................................................Page 96
– Sub Phase [PHA]............................................................................................................................................................................Page 96
– Sub Stereo [SSM] ...........................................................................................................................................................................Page 96
– Stereo Sub Xover [SSX] ..................................................................................................................................................................Page 97
– Room Height [RHE] ..........................................................................................................................................................................Page 97
– Device Heights [DHE] .......................................................................................................................................................................Page 97
2. System Setup [SYS] ............................................................................................................................................................................Page 98
– Sleep Timer [SLP] ..............................................................................................................................................................................Page 99

– IR Menu [IRM]............................................................................................................................................................................. Page 99
– IR Learn [IRL]............................................................................................................................................................................ Page 99
– Direct Input Learn [DIL] .......................................................................................................................................................... Page 100
– IR Clear [CLR] ......................................................................................................................................................................... Page 101
– HDMI CEC [CEC]....................................................................................................................................................................... Page 101
– Standby Mode [STB].................................................................................................................................................................. Page 102
– Input Configuration [INP] .......................................................................................................................................................... Page 103
– Analog Gain [OFS]..................................................................................................................................................................... Page 104
– Input Select [SEL]....................................................................................................................................................................... Page 105
– Lipsync [LIP] .............................................................................................................................................................................. Page 105
– Max Volume [VOL].................................................................................................................................................................... Page 106
– Playmode [PLM] ........................................................................................................................................................................ Page 106
– 3D Audio [3D] ........................................................................................................................................................................... Page 107
– Display Setup [UI]...................................................................................................................................................................... Page 107
– Language [LAN]...................................................................................................................................................................... Page 107
– LED Flashing [LED].................................................................................................................................................................. Page 107
– Factory Reset [RES].................................................................................................................................................................... Page 108
3. Network Setup [NWS]................................................................................................................................................................. Page 109
– Network Select [NWC]............................................................................................................................................................ Page 109
– Network Reset [NWR] ............................................................................................................................................................ Page 110
4. Wireless Setup [WIS] .................................................................................................................................................................. Page 111
– Bluetooth Setup [BT].................................................................................................................................................................. Page 111
– Pair Mode [BTP]...................................................................................................................................................................... Page 111
– BT Select [BTS]........................................................................................................................................................................ Page 112
– AutoPlay [APL] ....................................................................................................................................................................... Page 112
– BT Reset [BRE] ........................................................................................................................................................................ Page 113
– Transmission Poiwer [TXP] ......................................................................................................................................................... Page 113
– RF Channel [CHN] ..................................................................................................................................................................... Page 114
– Wireless Reset [WRE]................................................................................................................................................................. Page 114
5. Output Setup [OPS] .................................................................................................................................................................... Page 115

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– Speaker Configuration [SPC]...........................................................................................................................................................Page 115
– Speaker Mapping [SPM] .................................................................................................................................................................Page 119
6. System Info [INF] .............................................................................................................................................................................Page 121
– Firmware Info [FWI]........................................................................................................................................................................Page 122
– Network Info [NWI]........................................................................................................................................................................Page 123
Trouble shooting ..................................................................................................................................................................................Page 124
Technical data ......................................................................................................................................................................................Page 131
EU declaration of conformity................................................................................................................................................................Page 132
Further important information..............................................................................................................................................................Page 133
Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................................................................Page 134
License Notices ....................................................................................................................................................................................Page 135

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Safety instructions
Please observe the safety instructions when choosing the correct location for your Samrt Connect 5.1 and when maintaining and operating it!
The user is responsible for the proper handling of the pre-amplifier. Canton cannot accept any responsibility for damage or accidents caused
by improper installation or connection.
Choose a flat surface Avoid moisture Avoid shocks Do not touch the mains
cable with wet hands
Do not throw in
household waste
Distance to
sources of heat
Do not use aggressive,
alcoholic or abrasive agents
for cleaning
Do not reach into the
housing opening
Disconnect mains plug
during thunderstorms
Turn down the system if
there is an overload
Avoid direct sunlight Protect from
extreme cold
Do not open
the housing
Make sure the polarity
of the battery and remote
control is correct
Ensure free access
to the power plug

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Important safety instruction
Note
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.
Only operate this device indoors, not outdoors or in damp rooms.
To avoid the risk of fire 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.
CAUTION
Risk of
electric shock
Do not open!
CAUTION:
To reduce the rist of fire and electric shock,
do not open the device.
There are no serviceable parts inside.
Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel only.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion!
CAUTION:
Replaceable lithium batteries!
Caution: Danger of
explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
CAUTION
Danger of life!
CAUTION:
Do not ingest battery. Chemical burn hazard.
Danger of life!

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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 fire, 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 fit 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 non-use.
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 pull the plugs and not the cables.
Install the device according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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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.

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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 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.

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Unpacking
Unpack the box carefully and check that all the following parts
are present:
Delivery content
• 1x Smart Amp 5.1
• 1x Remote control
• 1x Power cord
• 1x Short manual
Setting up the
remote control
The remote control comes with a
battery already installed. Simply
remove the protective film to
activate. When replacing the
battery ensure that it is correctly
inserted according to the polarity
markings (+/–).
Only use the battery specified for
this system (CR 2032).
CR 2032
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Place the Smart Amp 5.1 in the desired location and
connect it to the power input using the power cord. Make
sure that your TV is plugged in. If you want to connect
your Amp to the WiFi network, please make sure your WiFi
router is active and has a connection to the Internet.
Connection