Canton Smart Amp 5.1 User manual

Thank you very much for choosing this Canton product. You can now look forward to countless
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
Service E-Mail: [email protected]
Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG
Neugasse 21–23
61276 Weilrod, Germany
Thanks!

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
OPEN CLOSE
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

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Connection Terminal
1HDMI®Output (ARC) - (Audio Return Channel)
For the connection with the HDMI®(ARC) input of your TV (supports 3D/ 4K / ARC / HDCP 2.2 / CEC).
2HDMI®Input - HD1 / HD2 / HD3
For the connection with the HDMI®Output of your digital source device (supports 3D / 4K / HDCP 2.2 / CEC).
3LINE L/R (AUX)
For the connection with the analogue line output of your source device (2x RCA, max. 2Vrms).
4COAXIAL (COA) Input
For the connection with your (digital) coax audio output of your TV or digital source device (2x RCA, max. 96kHz).
5SUB OUT
For connection with an active subwoofer (RCA, max. 2Vrms).
6OPTICAL IN (OPT)
For the connection with your (digital) optical audio output of your TV or digital source device (TOSLINK, max.
96kHz).
7ETHERNET (LAN)
For the connection with a network router via ethernet cable (RJ45 Socket, 8-pole).
8SERVICE CONNECTOR
Used for the Canton customer service only (USB A Socket, covered, no audio, no charging).
9Speaker Terminal
For the connection with passive loudspeakers (Music Ouput 2x 180W / 4x 150 Watt / 6x 100Watt).
10 POWER INPUT
For connection with the Mains (IEC C18, 100-240V~, 50/60Hz, 400W).

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Phys. Input
ARC
HD1
HD2
HD3
OPT
COA
LIN / Line
Bluetooth®
Network (WiFi/Ethernet)
OSD
ARC
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
OPT
COAX1
ANALOG
BT
NETWORK
Name (display indication)
TV
BDP
SAT
PS
CD
DVD
AUX
BT
NET
Note: The physical inputs have the following designations, (which you can match to the connected source at any time, except for
BT and NET):
Note: The ARC function can be used at any time with the Amp 5.1 and does not need to be activated or deactivated. For your TV to
support the ARC function it must have at least one HDMI® input with Audio Return Channel (ARC). The CEC function must be
activated. For more information please consult the operating manual of your TV.
Touch Keys
1Power: Toggles power status between On and Standby
2Preset 1-3: Preset keys for direct access of previously stored and Spotify play-
lists
3Input: Toggles through the inputs
4Plus: Increase main volume
5Minus: Decrease main volume
6Play/Pause: Play/Pause function for Chromecast built-in,
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Remote Control
1Power Toggles system status (on/standby)
2Mute Mutes audio
3Upwards Sets input or menu item upwards
4Downwards Sets input or menu item downwards
5OK Enters next menu level (confirms selection)
6Plus [+] Increases volume or menu value
7Minus [-] Decreases volume or menu value
8Menu Enters settings menu or previous menu level
9Play Mode Toggles btw. the several play modes:
Stereo For stereo playback
Movie Virtual surround sound for movies
Music Virtual surround sound for concert audio playback etc.
Discrete Surround sound for movies and concert audio playback etc.
Night (Virtual) surround sound with reduced dynamic and higher speech intelligibility at
low volume levels for "night usage"
Pure Direct Surround sound without a Virtualizer or Upmixer.
Party Plays the front channels (L+R) additionally on the surround speakers
10 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
11 Preset Preset keys for direct access of previously stored settings and Spotify playlists
12 Play/Pause Play / Pause function for Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth®wireless technolgy
13 Skip FW Skip forward function for Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth®wireless technology
14 Skip BW Skip backward function for Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect and Bluetooth®wireless technology
15 Bluetooth Pairing Initializes the pairing process with a (mobile) device

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LED indications
The LED indicates the following conditions:
• LED off (not illuminated) Amplifier disconnected from the mains
• LED shining red Amplifier in standby mode
• LED flashing green quickly Amplifier is booting
• LED shining green Amplifier is active (network connected)
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• LED flashing green slowly Network disconnected
• LED flashing green Network setup mode
• LED flashing green/red Amplifier is executing a FW update
• LED flashing green two times Ethernet setup mode (LAN connected)
Display indications
On-Screen Display (OSD)
All settings and configurations of the Amp 5.1 can comfortably be done using the On-Screen display with your TV-Screen. To do so the Amp
must be connected with your TV using a HDMI®-cable. The menu is comprehensibly structured. Pressing the menu button (M) on the remote
guides you to the main menu.
Note:
To change the language of the OSD (German or English), navigate to the main menu by pressing the menu button "M".
Select the menu Systemeinstellungen [SYS] by using the arrow buttons " " or " " and enter by pressing the "OK" button.
Use the arrow buttons " " or " " to select the menu item Sprache [LAN] and confirm by pressing the "OK" button.
Use the "+" or "-" button to select the desired language as German [DEU] or English [ENG] and confirm your selection with the "OK"
button.
Exit the menu by pressing and hold the menu button "M".

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LED Display
The Amp 5.1 has a multifunctional LED display build in the front of the Amp which will light up for 5 seconds when receiving a command. The
most important indications and their meanings are listed below:
Operation Display Meaning
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 Analogue input selected
Input DVD First coax digital input selected
Input PAD Second coax digital input selected
Input CD Optical digital input selected
Sound Setting V35 Volume to 35 (of max. 70)
Sound Setting - - - Amp 5.1 is muted
Sound Setting BAS Bass tone control adjustment
Sound Setting MID Midrange tone control adjustment
Sound Setting TRE Treble tone control adjustment
Playmode STEREO Stereo mode selected
Playmode MOVIE Virtual surround sound for movie playback
Playmode MUSIC Virtual surround sound for music playback
Playmode NIGHT Virtual surround sound with reduced dynamic
Playmode PARTY Copy the audio signal from the front-speakers to the surround speakers
Playmode DISCRETE Surround sound for movie and music playback
Playmode PURE DIRECT Plays the input signal without using a virtualizer or upmixer
Bluetooth® BTP Pairing mode (Pairing)
Bluetooth® BT- / CON Connection established
Bluetooth® BT- / DIS Connection closed
Bluetooth® FAI Failure occurred during pairing process
Incoming Signal DOLBY ATMOS Dolby Atmos®bitstream
Incoming Signal DOLBY DIGITAL Dolby®digital multichannel-bitstream

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Operation Display Meaning
Incoming Signal DOLBY DIGITAL 2.0 Dolby®digital two-channel-bitstream
Incoming Signal DOLBY SURROUND Dolby®surround sound
Incoming Signal DTS-HD DTS-HD®bitstream
Incoming Signal DTS DTS®digital surround bitstream
Incoming Signal PCM Digital stereo signal
Networking CAST Usage of Chromecast built-in
Networking SPOTIFY Usage of Spotify Connect
Networking WIF / CON Network (WiFi) connected
Networking WIF / DIS Network (WiFi) disconnected
Networking ETH / CON Network (ethernet) connected
Networking ETH / DIS Network (ethernet) disconnected
Networking NET / SET Smart Amp 5.1 ready for network setup

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Using Chromecast built-in
Requirements:
• (Mobile) device with activated WiFi and Bluetooth® function.
• Network access (wireless by WiFi or wired by Ethernet)
• The "Google Home app"
• An app that supports playback via Chromecast built-in (e.g. Spotify Music, AllCast, TuneIn, etc.).
Audio playback with the "Google Home app" directly is not possible.
• Please keep the standard settings of your WiFi router. Changing the settings of your router, especially changes on the DHCP settings,
could lead to no or instable network connection. For compatible routers please refer to the following Link.
https://support.google.com/chromecast/table/6207416
To use the integrated function Chromecast built-in, you need to install the "Google Home app" on your (mobile) device and to connect the
device to the Amp 5.1. Therefore your (mobile) device and the Amp 5.1 must be connected to the same network.
Please do as follows:
1Power up your Smart Amp 5.1 and start your (mobile) device. The WiFi and Bluetooth® function must be activated on your (mobile)
device. If the Amp 5.1 has been disconnected from the mains please wait with the procedure until the display indicates [NET] followed by
[SET].
Note: If you have already installed the "Google Home app" on your (mobile) device, you can skip item 2 and 3 below.
2Open the Play Store/ App Store on your (mobile) device.
3Search for the "Google Home app" and install it on your (mobile) device. You will need to accept access to several items, like identity and
others.
4Start the "Google Home app" and follow the instructions. You will need to assign a Google Account to this app. Please register or login to
your account.
5Your (mobile) device will now search for available devices in range. If neccessary, you may have to select the related search function ma-
nually.
6Select Smart Amp 5.1xxxxx as device to be installed.
7Now, the (mobile) device tries to connect to the Amp 5.1. Please follow the instructions of the "Google Home app".
8After the connection has been established the Amp plays a melody (sound sequence) through the connected speakers. Please confirm in

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the app that you have heard the melody.
9Now, please select the “room” where you will use the amplifier (e.g. family room) and confirm with “next”.
10 Please select the WiFi network (WLAN) which you want to use for the Amp 5.1 and click on “next”.
11 The "Google Home app" and the Amp 5.1 will now be connected. After a successful connection the display of the Amp 5.1 shows [WIF]
followed by [CON] for 5 seconds.
12 Now the installation is almost finished. Please follow the last steps on your (mobile) device to fully complete the installation.
13 To play music using Chromecast built-in, open an app that supports this feature (Spotify, TuneIn, etc.). This is indicated by the Chromecast
built-in icon on the screen. Depending on the app, it may be necessary to start playback (the stream) first so that this function is displayed
and available.
14 In order to play back music that you have stored locally on your (mobile) device via the Smart Amp 5.1 using Chromecast built-in, you can
use the manufacturer's own playback app. If the music app of the manufacturer does not support Chromecast built-in, you can
alternatively use a freely available app (such as the app "AllCast" from ClockworkMod).
Google Assistant
You can operate the Smart Amp 5.1 in two ways with the „Google Assistant“.
1Connecting to a Google Home device.
2Using the integrated voice control of the Google Home app.
Further information can be found under: www.assistant.google.de
Note: Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.

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Using Spotify Connect
Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how.
Automatic Updates
After being connected to a network and getting access to the Canton Update Server via the Internet, the Amp 5.1 automatically performs
firmware updates. Each time the Amp 5.1 is connected to the mains, and at regular intervals (also in standby) it searches for a firmware
update and installs it, if available. The LED flashes red/green during the update process, and the display shows "DOWNLOADING" followed
by"UPDATING". During this time the system is not ready for operation.
Caution: Do not disconnect the Smart Amp 5.1 from the power supply during an update process!
Note: If you do not wish to setup your Amp 5.1 using the "Google Home app", please connect your Amp 5.1 permanently or temporary at
regular intervals with your network router using an ethernet cable to keep your Amp 5.1 always updated.

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Playback via Bluetooth®wireless technology
For wireless audio streaming you can connect your (mobile) device with the Amp 5.1 using Bluetooth® wireless technology.
Requirements:
• The Bluetooth® wireless technology must be activated on the (mobile) device
• The (mobile) device must support at least the Bluetooth® standard 2.0
• The (mobile) device must be within range of the Smart Amp 5.1 (max. 10 m).
Pairing process
To pair or connect the two devices please do as follows:
1Please select the input [BT] using the buttons Up ( ) or Down ( )and then press the "Bluetooth Pairing" button on your remote. The
display shows [BTP].
2Start the search function on your (mobile) device.
3Select the Canton Smart Amp 5.1 as the playback device.
Note: If you have entered a specific name during the network setup (e.g. Living Room), this name will be listed as playback device.
4Once confirmed, the connection will be made automatically and will appear as [BT-] and [CON] in the display.
5If the (mobile) device requires an access code, please enter 0000.
6If the connection fails the message [FAI] will appear. Please ensure the requirements (see above) are fullfied and repeat the pairing process.
7If [BT-] and [DIS] appears in the display, your (mobile) device is out of range or logged out.
Operating a (mobile) device
The device most recently connected to the Amp connects automatically when the Bluetooth® function is activated and the input
Bluetooth® has been selected. In this case the message [BT-] followed by [CON] appears. Start the playback of a medium on your (mobile)
device and the sound will be played back by the Smart Amp 5.1.
Caution: As factory default the Amp5.1 sends a pairing request to (mobile) devices permanentely. To deactivate this please switch the functi
on "BT Pairing" [BTP] from Auto [AUT] to Manual [MAN]. To connect an additional (mobile) device without using the Canton
Smart remote, this functions must be switched to Auto [AUT] again.