Kanto SYD Series User manual

User Manual
SYD Powered Speaker
Supporting your digital lifestyle™
English

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Important Safety Precautions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. The wide blade
is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power-supply cord from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments / accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-
supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, the apparatus does not operate normally, or the
apparatus has been dropped.
15. The equipment shall be used at a maximum 35 degrees C
temperature.
16. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not open the device. No
user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualied service
personnel.
17. WARNING: to reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose
this apparatus to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be
exposed to dripping or splashing. Do not place objects containing
liquid, such as vases, on the apparatus.
18. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device and shall remain
readily operable.
19. The product shall be used on an open bench
20. Do not place naked ame sources such as lit candles on the
apparatus
21. Protective earthing terminal. The apparatus should be connected to a
mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection
22. CAUTION: danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type. WARNING: Batteries
or battery packs shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine re or the like.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
BACK PANEL.NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
The lightning ash with arrowhead, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user of the presence of non-
insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
ATTENTION
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user of the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the apparatus.
FCC Notice:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE 1: 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 communications. However there is no guarantee
that interference 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 o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference 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 dierent from that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
NOTE 2: Any changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Notice:
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or
lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the
antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that
necessary for successful communication.
This device complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210
Le pré sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence
L’ exploitation est autorisé e aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1)l’ appareil ne droit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2)l’ utilisateur de l’ appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioé lectrique subi, mê me si le brouillage est susceptible d’ en le
fonctionnement .
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing a SYD Powered Speaker, designed by Kanto in Canada. SYD outputs
140W Peak power for remarkably bold and clean sound. Excellent sensitivity and frequency
response provide deep thumping lows and clear, scintillating highs. SYD is an amazingly
exible speaker system that can accept four input sources and connect to a subwoofer for
enhanced low frequency response. Additionally, it is equipped with the latest Bluetooth
technology and a USB port for charging your devices. SYD has a universal input power supply
and can be used worldwide from 110V AC to 240V AC.
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 contact Kanto directly using one of the methods below.
What’s In the Box?
SYD Speaker
SYD Stand
User
Manuals
x3
SYD
Remote
x2
3.5 mm cable
AUX
‘AAA’
Batteries
Power
Cord
Email: [email protected]
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AUX
RCA OPT1
BALANCE
BASS TREBLE

OPT1
Sub Out
L
R
RCA
RCA
USB Charge
5V/1000 mA
GND
ON OFF
POWER
AUX
Front & Rear Panels
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FRONT PANEL
1 1” Silk Dome Tweeter
2 4” Kevlar®Mid/Woofer Driver
3 Volume / Input Select / Standby / Wake-
up
4 LED
White - Power on / Playback Mode
Yellow - Standby (solid)
- Mute (ashing)
Blue - Discover Mode (ashing)
- Paired (solid)
REAR PANEL
1 RCA L/R Input
2 3.5 mm AUX Input
3 Subwoofer Output
4 Optical Input
5 Turntable Ground Post
6 RCA input Phono/Line switch
7 USB Charge Port (5 V 1.0A)
8 ON / OFF Switch
9 AC Input Connection
SYD’s volume knob functions as an input select knob as well.
Push the knob to select an input source - it cycles through the following inputs depending
on what input source was last used.
RCA AUX OPT BLUETOOTH
Push and hold the knob to enter standby or wake up from standby

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AUX
RCA OPT1
BALANCE
BASS TREBLE
Remote Control
1 Standby Button - press to enter
Standby Mode or return to Playback
Mode
2 RCA Input Select
3 3.5 mm Stereo AUX
Input Select
4 Optical 1 Input Select
5 Bluetooth®Input Select
6 Bluetooth®Reset
7 Increase Volume
8 Decrease Volume
9 Increase Bass Output
10 Decrease Bass Output
11 Reset Bass Output
12 Increase Treble Output
13 Decrease Treble Output
14 Reset Treble Output
15 Mute
16 Balance Control Left Channel
17 Balance Control Right Channel
18 Reset Balance (Left and Right
Channels)
19 Previous Track (Bluetooth® Operation)
20 Play / Pause (Bluetooth® Operation)
21 Next Track (Bluetooth® Operation)
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3
1
6
7
4 5
8
9
10
12
13
14
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17
18
16
15
19 21
20
Install two supplied AAA batteries in the back of your SYD remote. Remote Control
functions are listed below.

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Setting Up Your Speaker
SYD is designed to perform optimally positioned at least 8” from the rear wall in an average
listening room. However, it may not be possible to install the speaker in this position and since
rooms vary in shape, size, and furnishing, a certain amount of experimentation is necessary to
determine the most suitable position.
Moving the speaker very close to the rear wall will enhance the bass frequencies but will tend to
reduce soundstage depth, while moving the speaker away from the rear wall will tend to have
the opposite eect. Avoid positioning the speaker close to or in the corner of a room, as this
will excite undesirable room coupling in the low and middle frequencies. Room characteristics
and positioning have a profound eect on the performance of the speakers, so time and eort
devoted to achieving the optimum positions will be rewarded.
Ensure that the ON/OFF Switch is in the OFF position.
Follow the instructions on the ensuing pages to connect your audio sources to SYD.
Connect the power cord from SYD to the wall outlet.
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.
SYD is a self-powered speaker system. Do not connect the speaker inputs to the outputs of a stereo amplier.
Damage may occur. Use only the power cord provided with the speakers.
OPT1
Sub Out
L
R
RCA
RCA
USB Charge
5V/1000 mA
GND
ON OFF
POWER
AUX

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Connecting Audio Sources
Connecting a Turntable
SYD supports data streams up to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution via Optical Toslink.
SYD supports Bluetooth 4.0 with Qualcomm® aptX™ technology.
Use the appropriate audio cable to connect your audio source components to your
speakers.
• 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack AUX cable
• Stereo RCA to 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack ‘Y’ cable
• Optical Toslink cable
SYD features a built in Phono Pre-Amp that allows you to connect directly to a turntable.
• connect your turntable to the RCA L/R inputs on the back of the SYD
• connect your turntables grounding wire to the grounding post (not all turntables
feature a ground wire)
• If your turntable does not have a built in Phono Pre-Amp, use the “Phono” setting
on the Phono switch.
• If your turntable has a built in Phono Pre-Amp, use the “Line” setting on the Phono
switch.
ATTENTION
Some models of turntables include a built-in Phono Pre-Amp. If your turntable has a
built in Phono Pre-Amp, DO NOT use the Phono setting on the RCA switch. Doing so
will void your warranty and could cause severe damage to your speakers.

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Auto Power-up / Auto Power-down
The SYD is designed to save power when not in use. When no audio signal has been detected for 60
minutes, the SYD Amp will put itself into stand-by mode. If the audio signal returns via the same input
that the SYD was playing when it entered standby, the SYD will wake up and resume playing. It can also
be woken up manually by:
• Pressing the Standby Button on the Remote
• Pressing the Control knob
If you do not nd the Auto Power-up (APU) feature useful, you can disable it by pressing the Balance
Reset button on the remote and holding it for 5 seconds. The Status LED will blink once to indicate that
you have disabled the APU feature. To enable the APU if you have disabled it, simply press and hold
the Balance Reset button again for 5 seconds. The Status LED will blink twice to indicate that you have
enabled the APU.
Note that APU is always turned on when power is applied, but will only work after automatic power
down. APU will not work if unit is manually switched to standby using the remote or control knob.
Note that APU function will not work when using the Bluetooth input.
Connecting a Subwoofer
SYD is equipped with a RCA connector to provide output signal to a powered subwoofer. Simply
connect a single RCA cable from the SUB OUT connection on the SYD to the AUDIO INPUT on your
subwoofer. If your subwoofer has a stereo L/R RCA input, either input will work.
We recommend the Kanto sub6 or sub8 powered subwoofer with crossover and volume controls. Most
quality subwoofers oer these controls, which allow you to customize the amount of bass you will
experience.
Look for details on the Kanto website at: www.kantoaudio.com
Sub Out
L
R
RCA
RCA
USB Charge
5V/1000 mA
ON OFF
POWER
AUX
U
U
SUB

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USB Charging Operation
SYD features one 5V 1.0 A USB charging port on the back panel. This is a convenient power source to
charge your devices.
When SYD is in Playback Mode (LED White) and Standby Mode (LED yellow), the port is active, and
whatever device is connected is able to draw up to 1.0 A of power.
Bluetooth®Operation
1. We recommend keeping a maximum distance of 10 meters between the speaker and your device.
The best signal delity is within this range.
2. You can stream audio from your device to the speaker using either the player control buttons of
your device or the control buttons of the remote control (see diagram of Remote Control on page 5
of this manual – buttons #19, #20, and #21).
3. Take note of the following behavior and functionality during Bluetooth operation. When you are
successfully connected, the Blue LED will be lit solid, and your device will show as connected to ‘SYD
by Kanto’.
• The connection between speaker and device remains active even if input source has changed.
For instance, you can switch to another input source (e.g. RCA) and return to Bluetooth
operation without losing signal connection and, therefore, do not need to pair with the device
again.
• When the speaker is put in Standby mode or powered OFF, Bluetooth connection with the
device is lost. When the speaker returns to Playback mode, the Bluetooth connection between
the speaker and device is re-established. However, you may notice a choppy playback signal for
approximately 30 seconds after reconnection. It will normalize.
• While the speaker can be paired with more than one device, only one device can play and
transmit audio signal at a time.
4. The SYD remote control features a Bluetooth Reset button to quickly disconnect a paired device and
allow a second device to pair with the speaker (button #6 on the Remote Control diagram on page
5).
• Press Bluetooth Reset button to disconnect a paired device.
• Follow the pairing instructions to pair another device.
• The same behavior and functionality apply to the second device.
Bluetooth®Pairing
SYD features Bluetooth 4.0 with Qualcomm® aptX™ technology and can be paired with many devices
for wireless audio playback from your phone, MP3 player or tablet. Pairing is easy.
1. Press the Bluetooth button ( ) on SYD’s remote to select it as the input source. The Bluetooth LED
(blue) will ash to indicate that SYD is in pairing mode.
2. Enable your Bluetooth device to search for a new device to pair with. Select ‘SYD by Kanto’ from the
list of Bluetooth devices available for pairing.
3. If pairing is successful, the Bluetooth LED (blue) will remain solid. You will not need to pair the same
Bluetooth device again - ‘SYD by Kanto’ will remain on your device list until you remove it from the
list.
4. If the device does not pair with SYD, turn the speaker’s ON/OFF Switch to the OFF position, then
repeat Steps 1 to 3. Alternatively, you can press the Bluetooth reset button ( ) on the remote or
turn o Bluetooth on your device and turn it back on again.

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Audio Troubleshooting Guide
Frequently asked questions about Kanto’s SYD speaker.
• 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 aect dynamic range.
• 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.
• Set the bass and treble levels to the default setting by
pressing the EQ reset button on the remote.
• Test a dierent song or source to isolate the issue.
• Make sure the correct input is selected. Click the knob
on the front of the speakers to cycle through the
four dierent inputs or use the remote to choose the
correct input.
• 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 rmly 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 front or the volume controls on the remote.
• Ensure the speakers are in Bluetooth mode by
clicking the Bluetooth button on the remote or
cycle through the inputs by clicking the knob on
the front of the speakers until the blue light on the
front panel of the speakers starts ashing.
• Make sure the blue light on the front panel of the
speakers is ashing, indicating the speakers are in
pairing mode. If the blue light is solidly lit, click the
Bluetooth reset button on the remote to unpair a
previously used device and enter pairing mode.
• On the source, turn Bluetooth o and on again.
• If the speakers cannot be found while searching for
devices on the source, turn o the speakers using
the power switch on the rear of the speaker. Switch
them back on and try these steps again.
• If using the optical input, set the source’s output to
stereo — not surround, Dolby, DTS, or 5.1 — and
set the sample rate to 96Khz or lower.
• 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 dierent circuit.
• Check that the audio cable connected to and from
the source is rmly seated. Try a dierent cable or
source to isolate the issue.
2.
6.1.
5.
3.
8.
4.
7.
The white light on the front panel is
illuminated but there’s no audio playing.
The source will not connect to Bluetooth.None of the lights on the front panel are
illuminated.
You are experiencing poor audio quality.
You are experiencing buzzing, hissing or
distortion.
Your remote is not functioning correctly.
There’s no audio coming from an attached
subwoofer.
Speakers are going into standby while
listening to audio.
• Ensure there is a clear line of sight from the remote to
the speakers. Aim the remote at the speakers.
• Check battery compartment of remote to make sure
the batteries are installed and aligned correctly.
• Replace batteries.
• check if the sub is muted by holding the mute button
for +5 seconds
• Check that the RCA cable connected to and from the
subwoofer is rmly seated. Try a dierent cable or
source to isolate the issue.
• Make sure the subwoofer is connected to a power
outlet and is set to “On” or “Auto”.
• Increase the volume of the subwoofer.
• Power-cycle the speaker by switching the power switch
o then on
• Set the volume of the source to its highest level.
Low source volume can inadvertently trigger
standby mode.

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Specications
Tweeters 1 inch Silk Dome
Woofers 4 inch Kevlar®
Amplier Type Class D
Power Output 140 Watts Peak
Input Sensitivity 650 mV
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.25%
Crossover System 2-way
Crossover Frequency 2.0 kHz
Frequency Response 60Hz – 20kHz
Inputs 1 x 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack AUX
1 x RCA L/R
1 x Optical (Toslink)
1 x Bluetooth® 4.0 with Qualcomm aptX
Outputs 1 x Subwoofer
1 x USB Charge Port 5 V 1.0A
Standby Power Consumption < 0.5 W
Remote Included
Dimensions W 17.5”x H 5.7” x D 6.9” (445 x 146 x 175 mm)
SYD POWERED SPEAKER SYSTEM
NOTICE: The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG,
Inc. and any use of such marks by Kanto Distribution Inc. is under license.
NOTICE: Qualcomm aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd. Qualcomm is
a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries, used
with permission. aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in
the United States and other countries, used with permission.
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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Warranty
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Limited Warranty to Original Purchaser
Kanto Distribution Inc. (Kanto) warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for the following limited warranty period of:
24 months parts and labour
If equipment fails because of such defects and Kanto or an authorized dealer is notied within 24 months from the date
of shipment with proof of original invoice, Kanto will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment, provided that the
equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modications. Equipment that fails under
conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and labor in eect at the repair. Such
repairs are warranted for 90 days from the day of reshipment to the original purchaser. This warranty is in lieu of all other
warranties expressed or implied, including without limitation, any implied warranty or merchantability or tness for any
particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.
Customers will be responsible for obtaining a Return Authorization as well as shipping costs to return product to a Kanto
location or authorized depot listed on the website. If the equipment is covered under the warranty provisions above,
Kanto will repair or replace, and be responsible for return shipping to the customer. Please keep the original packaging so
products will not be damaged during shipping, and we recommend you insure your shipment. If equipment fails outside the
warranty provisions, customers will be quoted repair and return shipping costs prior to work being performed.
The information in the owner’s manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, Kanto assumes
no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in the manual. In no event will Kanto, be liable for direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised
of the possibility of such damages.
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