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INSTALLATION
K8
Software Version V 1.4
Bestell Nummer / Order No. 9103-0435 UK

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION  Software Version V 1.4 Bestell Nummer / Order No. 9103-0435 UK...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    This section also contains the network settings for the K8 which are required when you first use the system. These ‘Operating Instructions’ describe all the controls and functions of the K8 which are used frequently. Symbols used in these instructions Caution! ...
  • Page 4 Welcome. We are delighted that you have decided to purchase a  product. With your new K8 you have acquired a top-quality piece of equipment which caters for the latest developments in the field of high-resolution HD surround sound and HD video formats, without neglecting the requirements of the audiophile music lover.
  • Page 5 About these instructions The K8 amplifier with its seven output stages is extremely versatile: if all the output stages are not required for the surround system in the main room, they can be used to provide sound in up to three additional rooms or listening zones in the main room.

  • Page 6: Basic Settings Of The K8

    When you call up this menu point using the  button, a list of all the external sources of the K8 appears. Each source is followed by the assigned name, or - if you have disabled the source concerned - the note...
  • Page 7 (TOSLINK) outputs instead of analogue sound outputs. If you wish to use the K8 with such source devices, you can assign an optical or electrical digital input to the external audio and video sources instead of the analogue sound input.
  • Page 8        maintained even when the K8 is on stand-by (i.e. in order to keep the system’s games console or TV set constantly connected to the Internet), you must select Standby mode 'On (Comfort Standby)'.
  • Page 9 At the same time the (Loudspeaker menu) speakers can also be adjusted accurately to match the acoustic and spatial characteristics of your listening room. The K8 features automatic loudspeaker detection, which enables it to detect       ...
  • Page 10 Centre LS: At this point you can define the size and bass response of the Centre loud- speaker. The following options are available: Small(r) if no Centre speaker is present. The Centre channel is mixed down onto the left and right main loudspeakers. 1 small for small Centre speakers.
  • Page 11 Back LS: At this point you can define the size and bass response of the rear speakers. The following settings are possible for systems with one (6.1 mode) and two (7.1 mode) rear speakers: no rear speakers present 1 small 1 small rear speaker 2 small 2 small rear speakers...
  • Page 12 Subwoofer: In this menu point you can define whether your loudspeaker system includes a sub-woofer, and which signals it is required to reproduce. The following options are available: Recommended setting for sub-woofer / satellite systems The signals from the bass effect channel (LFE) and all other low-frequency bass signals (below the set cross-over frequency), which are not reproduced by the full-range loudspeakers, are assigned to the sub-woofer.
  • Page 13 Zone 2 switched off. Select this setting if listening zone 2 is not in use. At this setting the rear channel output stages of the K8 are switched off. This saves energy, and the K8 develops less heat in use.
  • Page 14 At this point you may be requested to increase or reduce the volume, • depending on the volume you have currently set on the K8. If this should happen, adjust the volume using the  /  buttons until the message ‘Press OK to continue’...
  • Page 15 The volume level of the individual channels must be matched very carefully to Level ensure that the K8 delivers a balanced sound image. sub-menu The purpose of the 'level menu' is to calibrate the levels accurately for all channels. When you activate the 'level menu', you will hear a hissing sound lasting two seconds from the left-hand main loudspeaker.
  • Page 16 In the 'LS position menu' you can enter the actual distance of each loudspeaker Position sub-menu relative to the listening position (in 0.3 m increments). This procedure is designed to compensate for timing discrepancies caused by differing distances between the speakers and the listening position. The pur- pose of entering the speaker distances is to ensure that all the sound elements reach the listener simultaneously and in correct phase.
  • Page 17 The K8 is equipped with active tone controls which are designed to compensate Tone sub-menu for acoustic influences in the listening room, or unfavourable loudspeaker locations. First select a sound source which forms a suitable subject for adjusting the tone. The sound source should be active on all channels, so that you can im- mediately hear the effect of any change in tone settings in as realistic a sound image as possible.

  • Page 18: Setup-Menu (Settings), Bluray Disc Player Settings

    Setup-Menu (Settings) BluRay disc player settings To open the Settings menu, stop playback. Opening and operating the Settings menu Use the  /  buttons to select the Settings entry in the main menu. Navigating to the Settings You will now see the various sub-categories of the ‘Settings’ menu. menu point The selected category is highlighted, and the current settings in this category are displayed:...
  • Page 19 If you wish to change settings within the selected category, please press () again. The various options in the selected category are now displayed, and you can select the setting you wish to alter using the  /  buttons. In this example the option 'OSD' is selected, and 'Deutsch' (German) selected as a possible setting.
  • Page 20 The following resolutions are available: Resolution Display devices e HDMI auto The K8 automatically selects the optimum setting for the display device connected to the system. This is the recommended setting, which should always be used if possible.
  • Page 21 At this point you can determine the aspect ratio (16:9 / 4:3) of the display device Picture aspect ratio connected to your system. The possible formats are: • 16:9 widescreen • 16:9 pillar-box • 4:3 letterbox • 4:3 pan & scan Please select the appropriate setting from the table below: Aspect ratio of the display device 16:9...
  • Page 22 Off: The CEC function enables your TV set’s remote control handset to operate the CEC support basic functions of the K8’s disc mechanism. If you wish to make use of this function, please ensure that the TV set  ...
  • Page 23     the K8. In this case the language can only be changed using the main menu present on the disc itself. Setting for the language used for sub-titles. Sub-titles If you set ‘OFF’, no sub-titles are shown.
  • Page 24 Parental control category The parental control settings are designed to prevent children from watching unsuitable discs. The setting determines which discs can be played. Overview Here you can switch parental control on and off. Status If you select the ‘On’ setting, changes in the ‘Parental control’ category can only ...
  • Page 25 Possible settings are: 5 minutes 10 minutes 20 minutes 30 minutes Please use this option to define the time after which the K8 disc mechanism Automatic power-down switches itself off. Possible settings are: 30 minutes 45 minutes 60 minutes This option is used to erase the external storage medium.
  • Page 26 Possible settings are: Always allow access: This setting allows the BluRay disc in the K8 to access all requested con- tent. Limit access: This setting allows the BluRay disc in the K8 to access only those Inter- net sites which have a valid on-line certificate.
  • Page 27 Their function is as fol- and MAC address lows: Interface: (in this case always Cable) indicates that the K8 is connected to the Internet by a wired connection. Connection status: indicates whether the K8 can currently access the Internet (Link up). If 'Link down' is displayed at this point, please check the connection to your network, and / or your network settings.
  • Page 28 Info category In this menu you will find information about the current version of your machine. Audio category This menu cannot be accessed, as the audio settings are entered in the ‘Sys- tem configuration’ menu of the K8.

  • Page 29: Network Configuration

    (WLAN) if an external “WLAN bridge” is installed. If you wish to use your K8 in your home network, you must first complete the necessary network settings on the K8. This involves entering the network para- meters such as the IP address, etc.
  • Page 30 Network settings for the Streaming Client First select the K8 Streaming Client function by pressing the  /  Opening the Network button. Configuration Menu Open the configuration menu with a long press on the  button. You should now see the configuration menu on the front panel screen.
  • Page 31 If your network includes a DHCP server, please select the ON setting at this point. In this mode an IP address is automatically assigned to the K8 by the router. The screen shows only the MAC address and the message DHCP state ON.

  • Page 32: The Vtuner Premium Service

    The vTuner Premium Service The list of radio stations displayed by your K8 is prepared by an Internet Service Provider, and transferred to your machine by data transfer. You can expand and edit the 'Favourite Groups' and 'Added Stations' list to suit your preferences via the Internet portal of your service provider, using the main menu point 'Internet Radio'.
  • Page 33 After a brief period you will be able to access the newly set-up station via the menu system of your K8. You will find the station under Internet Radio / Added Stations.

  • Page 34: Connections

     Connecting a TV set for sound reproduction through the K8 If you wish to have the audio signals from your TV reproduced via the K8, con- nect the stereo sound output of your TV set to the IN3 input.
  • Page 35  recharges its battery. If you wish the charge process to continue even when the K8 is in stand-by mode, please select the “On (Comfort stand-by)” setting in the menu 'System Configuration / Comfort Standby'. Video content stored on the iPod cannot be played via this socket. For video ...
  • Page 36 If the AV device connected to the system features a digital audio output, one of  the digital inputs of the K8 (DIG_IN 1...3) can be used instead of the analogue (L/R) audio inputs. Assign the digital input to the appropriate AV input in the 'System-Configuration / Audio-Inputs' menu.
  • Page 37 If the TV set connected to the system features the ARC (Audio Return Channel)  function, audio signals from the TV set can be passed to the K8 via the HDMI lead. This function makes very good sense if the TV set features an integral TV receiver.
  • Page 38  Loudspeaker outputs and sub-woofer  Caution! The connections marked are hazardous, and must not be touched.     Connections between external cables and these points must be carried out by trained personnel; alternatively ready-made cables must be used. ...

  • Page 39: System Control

    Input socket for the  E 2000 remote control receiver. E2000 MAIN This socket can be used if the K8 is to be set up in a concealed location (e.g. in a cabinet, behind glass doors, etc.), and the remote control receiver installed in the front panel does not respond to the infra-red signals generated by the remote control handset.
  • Page 40 Radio aerial socket  Remote aerial Socket for retro-fitting the K8 with a radio gateway module for the T+A FD100 graphic radio remote control system (under development). VHF / FM aerial input  FM aerial This socket is suitable for the standard domestic aerial and also for a cable con- nection.

  • Page 41: Listening Zones, Sound In Adjacent Rooms

    Listening zones, sound in adjacent rooms In addition to the primary speakers in the main room, the K8 can provide a sig- nal to loudspeakers in other listening zones or adjacent rooms. The number of additional listening zones varies according to the speaker configuration in the main room: Main room with 7.1 channel surround configuration...

  • Page 42: Special Operation Modes

      2111 3230 00152. The K8 is equipped with seven identical power amplifiers. If used in a 5.1 setup Bi-Amping the power amps of the BACK channels can be used for Bi-Amping in conjunction with the main FRONT_L and FRONT_R amps instead of using them for a second zone.
  • Page 43 Instead using the internal power-amps, active speakers or external amplifiers Zone 4 as Pre-Output can be used for the FRONT_L and FRONT_R channels. For this purpose the (Operation with active ZONE_4 Pre-Output can be re-configured as Pre-Amp out for the main speakers or external channels.

  • Page 44: Fd 100 Radio Remote Control

    Since the FD 100 operates by a radio link, an aerial must be connected to the Connecting the radio aerial K8. This is plugged into the socket on the K8 marked ‘Remote ANT’. The aerial should be free-standing in order to obtain maximum effective range.
  • Page 45 In this case the iPod’s screen is used for navigation, while the K8 or the iPod itself is used to control operations. With this mode of connection the FD 100 can only control the iPod. The iPod passes no infor- mation to the K8 through this connection, and therefore the FD 100 has no information to display.

  • Page 46: Installation And Wiring

    Make sure there are no loose objects on the support surface which could cause rattling noises or resonance effects. The K8 should be set up in a dry, well-ventilated site, out of direct sunlight and away from radiators. The unit must not be located close to heat-producing objects or devices, or anything which is heat-sensitive or highly inflammable.
  • Page 47 Loudspeaker cables and signal cables (inter-connects) have a significant Loudspeaker and signal influence on the overall reproduction quality of your sound system, and their cables importance should not be under-estimated. For this reason  recommends the use of high-quality cables and connectors. Our accessory range includes a series of excellent cables and connectors whose properties are carefully matched to our speakers and electronic units, and which harmonise outstandingly well with them.

  • Page 48: Safety Notes

    Safety notes All the components in this device fulfil the currently valid German and European  safety norms and standards.  We ensure that our products are of consistently high quality, and meet all specifications, by checking all materials rigorously for quality, using meticulous ...

  • Page 49: Fcc Information To The User

    This device is designed exclusively for reproducing sound and/or pictures in the  Approved usage domestic environment. It is to be used in a dry indoor room which meets all the  recommendations stated in these instructions. Where the equipment is to be used for other purposes, especially in the medical ...

  • Page 50: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble shooting Many problems have a simple cause and a correspondingly simple solution. The following section describes a few difficulties you may encounter, and the measures you need to take to cure them. If you find it impossible to solve a problem with the help of these notes please disconnect the unit from the mains and ask your authorised ...
  • Page 51 Remedy: Check that the positive terminal of each loudspeaker is connected to the appropriate positive loudspeaker terminal on the K8. There are also Test-CDs which provide a simple means of determining correct loudspeaker phase. Please ask your local specialist dealer about this.
  • Page 52 Select the picture input (AV input) on the video monitor to which your K2 is connected. If you are using a SCART input, please check whether the video norm (FBAS, S-Video, RGB, YUV) is set to match the output of the K8 which is in use. No picture from the iPod. Cause 1: Video output switched off at the iPod.
  • Page 53 For proper operation the K8 needs at least one properly connected network device. This can be a LAN or WLAN network or a USB storage device. Remedy: If the K8 shall be operated without network (LAN / WLAN) please connect at least a USB stick. The message...
  • Page 54 The K8 accepts storage devices with FAT16 or FAT32 file systems. Note: For big music archives we recommend to use a NAS (network attached storage) device with a UPnP-AV server to which the K8 will connect via your home network. Cause 3: The data transfer rate of the memory unit is too low, or the memory unit is not compatible with the K8’s USB port.

  • Page 55: Glossary

    Glossary The Audio Return Channel can be used to transfer audio signals from the TV set to the K8 via the HDMI connection. To make use of this function the TV set (Audio Return Channel) must also support the ARC function.

  • Page 56: Network Terminology

    This router is also a constituent part of the network, and is assigned its own IP address. The  K8 must also be informed of the address of the router (Gateway) to enable it to gain access to the outside world.
  • Page 57 (Network Attached Storage) storage device to which other devices have access. If the NAS server includes a UPnP-AV server service, then the K8 has access to media files stored on the NAS, and can play them back. In a Power-Line LAN data is transferred via the existing mains power cabling.
  • Page 58 Aspect ratio - choosing the correct matching factor Today’s picture sources deliver pictures with widely varying formats and aspect ratios. In many cases the format delivered by the source device does not match the geometry of your video monitor. The video signals coming from the source must therefore be adjusted to suit the geometry of your monitor (4:3 or 16:9).

  • Page 59: Supported Audio/Video Files

    / or a different disc burner and software. Supported video types and encoders The K8 is capable of reproducing the following types of digital video files from a Disc or USB memory stick connected to the front USB socket 'USB-BD'.

  • Page 60: Notes On Energy Saving

    Audio output stages consume energy even when no loudspeaker is connected Switching off unused to them and no signal is present. The K8 offers the facility to save energy by output stages switching off output stages not currently required. This is accomplished by calling up the menu System configuration / Source names and switching “Disable”...

  • Page 61: Appendix

    Anhang Appendix...

  • Page 62: Wiring Diagram

    Appendix A Wiring diagram: Main room 3.1 loudspeaker wiring, additional listening zone 2, 3 and 4...
  • Page 63 Wiring diagram: Main room 5.1 loudspeaker wiring, additional listening zone 2 and 4...
  • Page 64 Wiring diagram: Main room 7.1 loudspeaker wiring, additional listening zone 4...
  • Page 65 *3 Digital iPod connection (for audio playback only) *4 If the TV set features a network connection (Internet), it can be connected to the network via the K8. Connect the Ethernet output of the TV set to the LAN output of the K8 and carry out the appropriate configuration.
  • Page 66 Wiring diagram: AUDIO-Video-connection *1 If the TV set features an analogue audio output, connect it to the Audio input. Please enter the appropriate settings in the Audio Inputs menu. *2 If the TV set features a digital audio output, connect it to one of the digital sound inputs. Please enter the appropriate settings in the Audio Inputs menu.
  • Page 67 Appendix B BluRay Player Drive 3-laser BluRay linear drive on vibration dampening subchassis Playable media Video BluRay Disc, DVD, VCD, SVCD Photo JPEG, Picture Disc Audio CDDA (Audio CD), MP3 CD, CD-R, CD/RW, Hybrid SACD CD Layer Container + other formats MKV, MPG, AVI, VOB, MP4, WMV other features BD-Live (with external USB memory stick)

  • Page 68: Specification

    Surround decoder Type 7.1 HighDefinition (HD) surround decoder with 2 freely programmable 56 Bit dual core signal processors (DC DSP) Formats Stereo Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital (AC3), Dolby EX, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD dts, dts-96/24, NEO:6, dts-ES, dts-ES discrete, dts-HighResolution, dts-HD Master Audio Loudspeaker configurations 2.0, 2.1, 3.0, 3.1, 4.0, 4.1, 5.0, 5.1, 7.0, 7.1...
  • Page 69 E2000 external remote control receiver, operating instructions, guarantee request card FD100 bidirectional wireless remote control with display Optional accessories: (FBS FD100- K8) E 2000 external remote control receiver iPod docking station Order no. 4362 49301 for digital USB connection Order no. 4362 49201 for analogue iPod connection...
  • Page 70  elektroakustik GmbH & Co. KG Herford Deutschland Germany...

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