Kanto YU2 User manual
Supporting your digital lifestyle™
YUMI
POWERED SPEAKERS
English
User Manual
YU2 Powered Speaker
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing YU2 Powered Speakers, designed by Kanto in Canada. YU2 outputs 25W
RMS per channel into 4 Ohm speakers, for remarkably bold and clean sound. Excellent sensitivity
and frequency response provide deep thumping lows and clear, scintillating highs, surprising for
speakers of this size. YU2 is a remarkably flexible computer speaker system that can accept two
input sources and connect to a subwoofer for enhanced low frequency effect (LFE).
We recommend you read all instructions carefully before using the system, and keep them for
future reference. Kanto cannot be liable for damage or injury caused by incorrect setup or use of
this product.
This powered speaker system was carefully tested and inspected during production, and before
packaging and shipping. After unpacking, please check for any damage. It is rare that a unit is
damaged during shipping, but if this happens contact your retailer immediately. You can also
What’s In the Box?
AC/DC
Adapter
x8
Self-Adhesive
Rubber Feet
3.5mm AUX
cable
USB cable
Speaker
Wire (10’)
YU2 Active
Speaker
YU2 Passive
Speaker
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−
Volume
+
OFF
Front & Rear Panels
FRONT PANEL
1 3/4” Silk Dome Tweeter
2 3” Kevlar Mid/Woofer Driver
3 LED
REAR PANEL
4 ON/OFF Switch and Volume Control
5 Right Channel Output Terminals
(+ and −) for Passive Speaker
Connection
6 3.5mm Stereo Mini-Jack AUX
7 USB Audio Input Connector
8 Subwoofer Output
9 DC Input Connection
10 Bass Reflex Port
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Setting Up Your Speakers
The YU2 powered speaker system is designed for either desktop or bookshelf mounting to
enhance your computer audio listening in a near-field environment. However, the YU2 can also
be used as a stand-alone stereo speaker system mated with a multitude of audio sources.
In either setup, the space between the two speakers and the distance from the rear wall is
important. If the speakers are positioned too close or too far apart, stereo imaging will not be
fully developed.
The YU2 is designed to perform optimally positioned at least 20cm to 25cm from the rear
wall for best bass response. Regardless of the setup you choose, keep in mind that rooms
vary in shape, size, and furnishing; a certain amount of experimentation may be necessary to
determine the most suitable position that delivers the most satisfying sound performance.
Ensure that the ON/OFF Switch is in the OFF position.
Connect the two speakers together as shown below using the supplied speaker cable. Connect
the RED (+) and BLACK (−) terminals from the active speaker (left) to the corresponding
terminals on the passive speaker (right). If you wish to place your speakers farther apart than
the supplied cable will reach, we recommend that you purchase a heavier gauge of speaker
cable to minimize signal loss.
Follow the instructions on the ensuing pages to connect your audio sources to YU2. The
examples in the following pages are not meant to be exhaustive - just examples.
Connect the AC/DC power supply from YU2’s active speaker to your wall outlet. Turn YU2’s
Volume Control clockwise to the ON position, then adjust the volume.
ATTENTION
When connecting audio cables the ON/OFF Switch must be turned OFF. After connecting all cables, the unit can be
turned ON.
When the volume is high, this system can produce noise levels that could permanently damage your hearing.
YU2 is a self-powered speaker system. Do not connect the speaker terminals to the speaker outputs of a stereo
amplifier. Damage may occur. Use only the power supply provided with the speakers.
−
Volume
+
OFF
−
*
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Connecting Audio Sources
Use the appropriate audio cable to connect your audio source components to your speakers.
• 3.5mm stereo mini-jack AUX cable
• Stereo RCA to 3.5mm stereo mini-jack AUX cable
• USB-A to USB-B cable
The YU2 features a high quality USB DAC (digital-to-analog converter) that supports data
streams up to 16-bit/48kHz resolution. When connecting your computer via USB connection,
you bypass the noisy bult-in DAC of the computer, and audio signals are instead decoded by
YU2’s DAC. This delivers rich and distortion-free sound to the speakers.
If you choose to connect your speakers via the USB interface, please ensure you have changed
the proper audio output settings in your computer - that is, audio signals are output to the YU2
speakers and not to your computer’s internal speakers. Select “USB Audio DAC” as the output
device in your computer audio settings.
ATTENTION
*Some models of turntables include a built-in Phono Pre-Amp.
USB
3.5MM - 3.5MM
RCA - 3.5MM
CD / DVD
PHONO
PRE-AMP*
TURNTABLE
−
Volume
+
OFF
MEDIA PLAYERS CD / DVD / BLURAY GAME CONSOLES COMPUTER
COMPUTER
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Connecting a Subwoofer
YU2 is equipped with an RCA connector to provide output signal to a powered subwoofer.
Simply connect a single RCA subwoofer cable from the SUB OUT connection on YU2 to the
AUDIO INPUT on your subwoofer. If your sub-woofer has a stereo L/R RCA input, either left or
right inputs will work.
We recommend the Kanto sub6 or sub8 powered subwoofer with crossover and volume
controls. Most quality subwoofers offer these controls, which allow you to customize the
amount of bass you will experience.
Look for details on the Kanto website at: www.kantospeakers.com
−
Volume
+
OFF
SUB OUT
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Audio Troubleshooting Guide
Frequently asked questions about Kanto’s YU2 speakers.
• Make sure the power cable is connected to
the speaker and power outlet.
• Ensure that the power outlet is providing
power.
• Verify that the power switch on the rear of
the speaker is in the “On” position.
• Set the volume of the source to its
highest level. Low source volume can
negatively affect dynamic range.
• Verify that the speaker wire is connected
to the same color terminals on the active
speaker and passive speaker.
• Ensure that the rear of the speaker is
spaced away from the wall by at least 8
inches, allowing the rear port function to
be left unimpeded.
• Test a different song or source to isolate
the issue.
• Set the volume of the source to its highest
level. Ensure audio source is playing audio.
• Check that the audio cable connected to
and from the source is firmly connected.
Test another audio cable if available.
• Verify that the volume of the speaker is not
at its minimum level. Turn the volume up
using the knob on the rear of the speakers.
• Reconnect the speaker wire between the
active speaker and passive speaker and
ensure the ends of the speaker wire are
fastened securely through the binding
posts.
• Check that the audio cable connected to
and from the source is firmly seated. Try
a different cable or source to isolate the
issue.
• Ensure that the balance setting on the
source is centered. Some sources may not
have an adjustable balance setting.
• If using the USB input switch the audio
output of your source may not have an
adjustable balance setting.
• Verify if the noise is coming from the
source by removing all sources from the
speakers.
• Make sure it is not a power issue by
trying a power outlet that is on a
different circuit.
• Check that the audio cable connected
to and from the source is firmly seated.
Try a different cable or source to isolate
the issue.
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The light on the front panel is illuminated
but there’s no audio playing.
None of the lights on the front panel are
illuminated. You are experiencing poor audio
quality.
Audio is only playing through one
speaker.
You are experiencing buzzing, hissing
or distortion.
There’s no audio coming from an
attached subwoofer.
• Check that the RCA cable connected to
and from the subwoofer is firmly seated.
Try a different cable or source to isolate
the issue.
• Make sure the subwoofer is connected
to a power outlet and is set to “On” or
“Auto”.
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Tweeter 3/4 inch Silk Dome
Woofer 3 inch Kevlar
Nominal Impedance 4 Ohm
Sensitivity 2.83V (/1W/1m) 84 dB
Amplifier Type Class D
Power Output 25 Watts RMS per channel
Input Sensitivity 550 mV
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.1%
Crossover System 2-way
Crossover Frequency 2.5 kHz
Frequency Response 80 Hz - 20kHz ± 6 dB
Inputs 1 x 3.5mm stereo mini-jack AUX
1 x USB Audio
Outputs 1 x Subwoofer
Speaker Terminals Left and Right Binding Posts
Input Voltage / Frequency AC 100V-240V 50/60 Hz (auto switching)
Dimensions (each speaker) W 3.9” x H 5.9” x D 5.3” (100 x 150 x 135mm)
Net Weight (active) 3 lbs (1.4kg)
Net Weight (passive) 2.8 lbs (1.3kg)
Gross Weight 7.9 lbs (3.6kg) (boxed pair)
Specifications
YU2 POWERED SPEAKER SYSTEM
NOTICE: This appliance is labeled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/
EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This label indicates
that this product should not be disposed of with household waste. It should be
deposited at an appropriate facility to enable recovery and recycling.
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