Teufel CoreStation Compact Installation instructions

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Technical Description and Operating Instructions
CoreStation Compact
Ultra Compact 2.1 AV Receiver with Wireless
Technology

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Contents
General Notes and Information .........3
Notice ................................................3
Trademarks .......................................3
Original packaging ............................3
Complaints ........................................3
Contact ..............................................4
Proper use.........................................4
Explanation of symbols.....................4
For Your Safety ....................................5
Caution items....................................5
Safety notes ......................................5
Overview ..............................................7
Unpacking .........................................7
Product contents...............................7
Checking the product contents........7
ARC (Audio Return Channel) ............8
CEC (Consumer Electronics
Control)..............................................8
Operational Controls and
Connections ........................................9
Setup / Mounting .............................10
Setup location................................ 10
Mounting behind a TV set ............. 10
Connecting....................................... 12
HDMI TV ......................................... 12
AUX ................................................. 12
Subwoofer ...................................... 12
Speaker outputs ............................ 13
Connecting to a power supply....... 14
Basic Functions ............................... 15
Activating and deactivating ........... 15
Selecting a source ......................... 16
Setting the volume......................... 16
Settings .............................................17
Crossover frequency ...................... 17
Wireless subwoofer........................ 17
Subwoofer volume ......................... 18
TV set without ARC ........................ 18
Operation.......................................... 19
TV set.............................................. 19
Bluetooth®...................................... 19
External source .............................. 22
Remote Control................................ 23
Functions........................................ 23
Pairing the remote control............. 23
Changing the batteries .................. 24
Software Update .............................. 25
Installing new software.................. 25
Cleaning & Maintenance .................27
Troubleshooting ............................... 28
Technical data.................................. 30
Declaration of Conformity................31
Before operating the device,
please read the safety notes
and user manual carefully.
Only in this way, can you ensure that all
functions are used in a safe and relia-
ble manner. Store the user manual in a
safe place and also be sure to pass it
on to any subsequent owner.

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Notice
The information in this document may
change without prior notice and in no
way constitutes any liability on the part
of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH.
No part of this user manual may be
reproduced in any form or be broadcast
in any way electronically, mechanically,
by photocopy or recording without the
written permission of Lautsprecher
Teufel GmbH.
© Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH
Version 1.0
January 2016
Trademarks
© All trademarks are the property of
their respective owners.
Bluetooth®and the
Bluetooth symbol
are trademarks of
Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
aptX®and the aptX
symbol are trade-
marks of CSR plc
or affiliated com-
panies and may be
registered in several
countries.
Original packaging
If you wish to exercise your eight-week
right of return, we ask that you be abso-
lutely sure to hold on to the packaging.
We can only accept the return of a unit
WITH THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
Empty boxes are not available!
Complaints
In case of a complaint, we will need the
following information to process your
enquiry:
1. Invoice number
Can be found on the sales slip (en-
closed with the product) or on the
order confirmation received as a PDF
document, e.g. 4322543.
2. Serial number or batch number
Located on the bottom of the device,
e.g. serial no.: KB20240129A-123.
Thank you for your support!
General Notes and Information

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Contact
Please contact our customer service
with any questions, suggestions or
complaints:
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH
BIKINI Berlin
Budapester Str. 44
10787 Berlin (Germany)
Phone 00800 - 200 300 40 (toll-free)
Fax +49 (0)30 / 300 930 930
E-mail: [e-mail]
teufelaudio.com
Proper use
The CoreStation Compact is designed
for the playback of music and speech
from a TV set or an external player.
Only use the device as described in
this user manual. Any other use will be
deemed as not in accordance with the
instructions and may lead to damage of
property or even persons.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for damages caused by improper use.
The device is intended for private use.
Explanation of symbols
Protection class II
Dual insulation
Risk of electrical shock
Do not open the housing.
Old devices must not be
disposed of with household
waste!
If the device is no longer operational,
every consumer is required by law
to dispose of old devices separately
from household waste, e.g. at a col-
lection point run by the communal au-
thority/borough. This ensures that old
devices are recycled in a professional
manner and also rules out negative
consequences for the environment.
For this reason, electrical equipment
is marked with the adjacent symbol.
Batteries and rechargeable
batteries must not be
disposed of with household
waste!
Every consumer is required by law to
bring all batteries and rechargeable
batteries, regardless whether they
contain harmful substances*) or not,
to a collection point run by the com-
munal authority or borough or to a
retailer, so that they can be disposed
of in an environmentally friendly
manner.
Please only turn in batteries and
rechargeable batteries which are
empty!
*) labelled with: Cd = cadmium,
Pb = lead, Hg = mercury

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Caution items
You can find the following signal terms
in this user manual:
WARNING
This signal term indicates a
moderate risk, which, if not
avoided, may result in death or
severe injury.
CAUTION
This signal term indicates a low
risk, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE
This signal term warns you of
potential damage to property.
Safety notes
Improper electrical installation or
excessive mains voltage may result in
an electrical shock.
– The mains adapter is suitable for
a mains voltage of 100 – 240 V,
50/60Hz. When connecting the
device, make sure that the correct
voltage is present. You can find more
information in this respect on the
nameplate.
– Check the device regularly for damage.
Immediately disconnect the mains
plug and do not operate the device if
its housing, mains adapter or mains
cord is defective or exhibits other
visible damages.
– If the mains cord is damaged, re-
place it with an equivalent one.
– This device is disconnected from the
grid by pulling the mains plug. Thus,
make sure that the mains plug is
always easily accessible.
– If the device emits smoke, smells
burnt or produces unusual sounds,
immediately disconnect it from the
mains and do not operate it further.
– Never open the device housing.
Repairs may only be carried out by an
authorised specialist workshop. In the
process, only parts that correspond to
the original device data may be used.
– Only use the accessory products
specified by the manufacturer.
– Only use the device in indoor areas.
– Do not operate the device in wet
rooms and protect it from dripping
and splash water. Make sure that
no vases or other vessels filled with
liquid are located on the device or
nearby in order to prevent liquid from
penetrating the housing. If water or
other foreign objects should enter
the unit, immediately disconnect the
mains plug. Then send the device to
our service address.
– Never modify the device. Unauthor-
ised interventions may affect the
safety and functionality.
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– Never touch the mains plug with wet
hands.
An unsuitable setup location may
result in injury and damage.
– Never use the device unmounted
in vehicles, in unstable locations,
on wobbly tripods or furniture, on
insufficiently dimensioned brackets
etc. The device could tip or fall down
and cause injury to persons or be
damaged itself.
– Arrange the device so that it cannot
be knocked over accidentally and
make sure that the cables do not
pose a trip hazard.
– Do not place the device near sources
of heat (e.g. heaters, ovens, other
heat generating equipment such as
amplifiers etc.).
– Do not use the device in environ-
ments where there is a risk of
explosion.
– Only use the Bluetooth®function in
locations where wireless radio trans-
mission is allowed.
Children can become trapped in the
packing film when playing and suffo-
cate.
– Do not allow children to play with the
device or the packing film. Danger of
suffocation.
– Ensure that children do not remove
small parts from the device or take
them off of the device (e.g. control
knobs or plug adapters). They could
swallow the parts and choke.
– Never allow children to operate elec-
trical equipment unsupervised.
Extended listening at high
volumes may lead to
hearing loss.
To avoid damage to health, avoid
extended listening at high volumes.
– When the volume is set high, always
keep a certain distance from the de-
vice and never place your ear directly
on the speaker.
– If a speaker is set to full volume,
this may produce very high sound
pressure. This may have psychic con-
sequences and also cause physical
injury. Children and pets are particu-
larly at risk. Set your signal source
device volume control to a low set-
ting before turning on the power.
Leaking battery acid may lead to
chemical burns.
– Do not allow battery acid to come
into contact with skin, eyes or mucus
membranes. In the event of contact
with acid, immediately flush the
applicable areas with plenty of clean
water and consult a physician if
necessary.
Batteries (particularly lithium batter-
ies) can explode if used improperly.
– Never attempt to recharge batteries.
– Only use batteries of the same or
equivalent type.
– You may not heat or short circuit
batteries and rechargeable batteries
or dispose of them in fire.
– Do not expose batteries and re-
chargeable batteries to direct
sunlight.

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Overview
Unpacking
– Carefully open the box and carefully
lift the device and accessories out of
the box.
Product contents
햲1× CoreStation Compact
햳1× mains adapter with mains cord
햴2× mounting bracket
햵4× countersunk screw
햶 Wireless remote control “Teufel Puck”
incl. 2 batteries type AAA
Checking the product
contents
– Check that all items have been deliv-
ered and that nothing is damaged.
– If the delivery is incomplete or exhib-
its transport damages, please con-
tact our service team (see Contact“
on page 4).
NOTICE
Do operate the device if you
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ARC (Audio Return Channel)
In case of a HDMI connection, this
channel provides a return channel for
audio data from the TV set (for TV sets
that support this function). This makes
it possible for audio to be transmitted
from the TV set to the CoreStation
Compact without the need for anoth-
er cable when a TV signal is being
received.
With many TV sets, the internal speak-
ers are switched off as soon as the
CoreStation Compact plays back the TV
audio.
With some TV sets, you have to activate
these function separately in the menu
– please refer to the user manual for
your TV set.
With many TV sets, the ARC function is
only supported by one HDMI connec-
tion. In most cases, it is labelled with
“ARC”.
If your TV set does not support the func-
tion ARC via CEC, please observe the
notes regarding ARC in the chapter TV
set without ARC“ on page 18.
CEC (Consumer Electronics
Control)
This function makes it possible to
control devices via the HDMI connec-
tion. The CoreStation Compact together
with the TV set is switched on and to
standby with this function. With many
TV sets, you can also adjust the volume
of the CoreStation Compact with the
remote control of your TV set.

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Operational Controls and Connections
1 Turn the device on/off
2 Select the TV set as the source
via HDMI ARC
3 Tap: Select Bluetooth® as a
source
Hold down: Start pairing
4 Select the input AUX (9) as a
source
5 Status LED
6 Mute speaker (mute)
7 Reduce the volume
8 Increase the volume (+)
9 AUX input jacks
10 Connection for active subwoofer
11 HDMI connection for the TV set
12 Service jack
13 Control for crossover frequency
14 Control for subwoofer volume
15 Initiate pairing for the wireless
subwoofer
16 Input jack for mains adapter
17 Speaker terminals

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Setup / Mounting
NOTICE
If the device is subjected to
warm temperatures after being
cold (e.g. after transport), con-
densation may occur inside of it.
–In this case, wait approx. 2
hours before you connect and
activate it.
Setup location
You can set up the CoreStation Compact
so that it is concealed as it is controlled
by the TV set via HDMI and the remote
control operates wirelessly. When
setting the device up in a cabinet,
make sure that it is adequately ven-
tilated and aerated to prevent the
CoreStation Compact from overheating.
Location tips
– Select a stable, level base whose
carrying capacity is sufficient for the
CoreStation Compact and TV set.
– Make sure that the environment is
clean and free from dust.
– Select a location away from heat
sources and direct sunlight.
– Lay the connector cords so that they
do not pose a tripping hazard.
– Do not place any heavy objects on
the cables.
Mounting behind a TV set
You can also mount the CoreStation
Compact behind a suitable flat screen
TV using the enclosed mounting brack-
ets 햴:
• The TV set must be in a stable posi-
tion and must not be secured with a
wall bracket.
• It must be prepared for a wall brack-
et in accordance with VESA. Such TV
sets have a stable mounting frame
behind the rear panel where you can
only see the screw holes on the out-
side. Please refer to the user manual
for your TV set in this respect.
You will also need two or four screws
that fit the VESA holder on your TV set.
For this, be absolutely sure to observe
the notes in the user manual of your TV
set. These screws must not be too long
and are not part of the product con-
tents of the CoreStation Compact.

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1. Use the enclosed four countersunk
screws 햵to fasten the two mount-
ing brackets 햴onto the bottom of
the CoreStation Compact as shown
in the figure.
2. Depending on the spacing of the up-
per VESA mounting points on your TV
set, mount the CoreStation Compact
crosswise (with the connections
facing down) or upright (with the
connections to the left or right).
3. Begin by only screwing the top of the
CoreStation Compact into place.
4. If the bottom bore holes of the
mounting brackets 햴match up with
the bottom VESA mounting points,
screw the CoreStation Compact into
place on the bottom as well.
Otherwise, it is sufficient if the
CoreStation Compact is secured
along the top with two screws.
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Connecting
CAUTION
Risk of injury/damage!
–Lay the cables so that they do
not pose a tripping hazard.
HDMI TV
Connect your TV set to the HDMI
TV jack (11). You will need a
HDMI cable for this. Only the au-
dio signal will be transmitted to the
CoreStation Compact via this connec-
tion.
AUX
You can connect a source device with
analogue audio (e.g. a cassette or CD
player) to the RCA jacks AUX (9).
The TV set can also be connected
here (see TV set without ARC“ on page
18).
Subwoofer
You can connect an active subwoofer
to the SUB OUT jack (10) with an RCA
cable.
If you use an active subwoofer with a
radio connection, activate the con-
nection as described in the section
Settings“ on page 17.
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Speaker outputs
If possible, use high-quality, twin-core
speaker single wire with a diameter of
at least 1 mm2to connect the speak-
ers. You can order corresponding ca-
bles in our webshop (www.teufelaudio.
com) in the “Accessories” area.
Connect the speakers to the SPEAKER
OUT connector terminal (17).
NOTICE
Make sure the polarity is cor-
rect! Otherwise, the sound quali-
ty will suffer.
–Connect the like coloured
terminals.
–The strands of the speaker ca-
bles are marked with different
colours or shapes.
– Split the single wire down to approx.
30 mm and remove approx. 10 mm
of the insulation on each strand.
Twist the single wire so that no
strands are protruding. Tin coating is
not necessary.
– Push down the respective connector
terminal and insert the end of the
cable in the corresponding opening.
Releasing the connector terminal will
clamp the cable in place.
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Connecting to a power
supply
WARNING
The mains adapter is suitable
for a mains voltage of 100 –
240 V, 50/60 Hz.
–When connecting the device,
make sure that the correct
voltage is present. You can
find more information in this
respect on the nameplate.
This device is disconnected
from the grid by pulling the
mains plug.
–Thus, make sure that the
mains plug is always easily
accessible.
–If the mains cord is damaged,
replace it with an equivalent
one.
1. Make sure that your active
subwoofer is switched off.
2. Connect the small plug of the mains
adapter 햳to the POWER jack (16).
3. Connect the mains adapter 햳over
the mains cord with a mains socket
(100 V – 240 V ~, 50/60 Hz).
The status LED (5) illuminates in red.
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Basic Functions
Activating and deactivating
– By tapping the button (1), you
switch the CoreStation Compact on
and to standby.
When switching the device on, the
status LED (5) briefly illuminates
in white and goes out after a short
time.
After switching the device on, the last
active audio source and volume will
be set.
• If the TV set connected via
HDMI is CEC-capable, the
CoreStation Compact will be auto-
matically switched and to standby
together with the TV set.
• If the CoreStation Compact does not
receive any signal for more than 20
minutes, it will automatically switch
to standby.
When in standby, the status LED (5)
will illuminate in red.
The CoreStation Compact is not discon-
nected from the mains when in standby
mode. Pull the mains plug out of the
mains socket to completely deactivate
it.
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Selecting a source
You can select the source devices with
the following buttons:
TV (2) TV set via HDMI ARC
(3) Bluetooth device
AUX (4) External source on the
connection AUX (9)
Setting the volume
– With the buttons – (7) and + (8), you
set the desired value.
• If a TV is selected as the sig-
nal source, the volume of the
CoreStation Compact will, with
CEC-capable TV sets, be set via the
TV set or the remote control of the
TV set.
Mute
– By pushing the button (6), you can
turn the sound on and off again.
The status LED (5) will slowly pulse
in white when muting.
• If TV is selected as the signal source,
the mute will also passed on to the
CoreStation Compact by the remote
control in case of CEC-capable TV
sets.
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Settings
Crossover frequency
With the crossover frequency, you de-
termine the frequency up to which the
subwoofer operates – higher tones will
be passed on to the stereo speakers.
With the CROSSOVER control (13), you
can set the values from 40 to 200 Hz.
Notice: If the CoreStation Com-
pact is in pure stereo operation
without using a subwoofer, set the
crossover frequency to the lowest value
(40 Hz).
Wireless subwoofer
To connect a wireless subwoofer with
the CoreStation Compact:
1. On the wireless subwoofer, start the
process to establish a connection
(see the corresponding user manu-
al).
2. Tap the SUB PAIRING button(15) to
initiate pairing.
The status LED (5) pulses in blue.
3. The status LED (5) will go out after a
short time and you can use the wire-
less subwoofer with the CoreStation.
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Subwoofer volume
You can control the volume of the
subwoofer and consequently the inten-
sity of the bass with the SUB LEVEL
control (14). You will need a small flat
bladed screwdriver for this (blade width
2 mm).
The small arrow on the control element
indicates the current value.
TV set without ARC
There are TV sets that do not support
the function of ARC audio playback.
If such a TV set has a headphone or
RCA output, you can connect it with the
input AUX (9) of the CoreStation Com-
pact. Configure the following setting
afterwards:
1. Switch the CoreStation Compact to
standby mode.
2. As soon as the status LED (5) con-
tinuously illuminates in red, push
the AUX button (4) until the status
LED (5) briefly illuminates twice as
confirmation.
• The CoreStation Compact will be
started via CEC when switching on
the TV set and the source AUX is now
always activated automatically.
Notice: To change the operational
characteristics back to the factory
default, follow the steps above but
push the TV button (2) instead of AUX.
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TV set
To play back audio from the TV set,
push the TV button (2).
The status LED (5) briefly illuminates in
white and then goes out.
Bluetooth®
Via Bluetooth® you can wirelessly
connect up to two compatible external
players with the CoreStation Compact
at the same time. The audio output of
your external player is then emitted by
the CoreStation Compact. The audio
output can only be emitted by an exter-
nal player at the same time.
The Bluetooth wireless transmission
system has a range of approx. 10
metres that can be limited by walls and
furnishings. If the connection is cut off,
the CoreStation Compact will attempt
to re-establish a connection until you
select another source.
CAUTION
Only use the Bluetooth®func-
tion in locations where wireless
radio transmission is allowed.
Please keep in mind that the
Bluetooth® behaviour may differ
depending on the external player’s
operating system.
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Bluetooth®options
Depending on the device type, your
external player/smartphone may also
have a menu for Bluetooth®options
such as media playback. Here you can
activate and deactivate the options
according to your wishes. You can find
more information about the Bluetooth®
options in the user manual for your
external player/smartphone.
Pairing
To play the audio of your external
player on your CoreStation Compact via
Bluetooth®, you must first connect the
devices with each other. The technical
term for this is “pairing”.
1. Turn on the Bluetooth®function
on your external player (e.g. smart-
phone).
2. With the button (3), select
the “Bluetooth” input on the
CoreStation Compact.
The status LED (5) illuminates in blue.
3. Push the button (3) and hold it for
approx. 3 seconds. The status LED
(5) pulses in blue.
The device is now in pairing mode.
4. Let your external player/smartphone
scan for Bluetooth®devices. You
will find more information about this
in the user manual of your external
player.
“Teufel CoreStation Compact” should
also appear in the list of detected
devices following the scan.
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Notice: If Bluetooth®is selected
as the source and no Blue-
tooth® device is connected to the
CoreStation Compact, the Core-
Station Compact starts pairing
automatically for 60 seconds.