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hours filled with excellent sound.
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Service-Telefon: 06083 / 287-87
Service E-Mail: service@canton.de
Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG
Neugasse 21 – 23
61276 Weilrod, Germany

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  • Page 1 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: service@canton.de...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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®...
  • Page 3 – 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 –...
  • Page 4 English – 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...
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    English Important safety instruction CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Risk of electric shock Danger of explosion! Danger of life! Do not open! CAUTION: CAUTION: CAUTION: To reduce the rist of fire and electric shock, Replaceable lithium batteries! Do not ingest battery. Chemical burn hazard. do not open the device.
  • Page 7 English 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.
  • Page 8 English 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.
  • Page 9 English 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.

  • Page 10: Unpacking

    CLOSE Connection CR 2032 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.

  • Page 11: Connection Terminal

    For the connection with a network router via ethernet cable (RJ45 Socket, 8-pole). SERVICE CONNECTOR Used for the Canton customer service only (USB A Socket, covered, no audio, no charging). Speaker Terminal For the connection with passive loudspeakers (Music Ouput 2x 180W / 4x 150 Watt / 6x 100Watt).
  • Page 12 English Note: The physical inputs have the following designations, (which you can match to the connected source at any time, except for BT and NET): Name (display indication) Phys. Input HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3 COAX1 LIN / Line ANALOG Bluetooth ® Network (WiFi/Ethernet) NETWORK Note: The ARC function can be used at any time with the Amp 5.1 and does not need to be activated or deactivated.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    English Remote Control Power Toggles system status (on/standby) Mutes audio Mute Upwards Sets input or menu item upwards Downwards Sets input or menu item downwards Enters next menu level (confirms selection) Plus Increases volume or menu value Decreases volume or menu value Minus [-] Menu Enters settings menu or previous menu level...

  • Page 14: Led Indications

    English 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) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- •...
  • Page 15 English 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...
  • Page 16 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 3 8 5...

  • Page 17: Using Chromecast Built-In

    Please do as follows: Power 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].

  • Page 18: Google Assistant

    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"...

  • Page 19: Automatic Updates

    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.

  • Page 20: Playback Via Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

    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.

  • Page 21: Preset

    English Preset Buttons 1-3 (Presets) The Amp 5.1 is able to store settings to the 3 preset buttons. All settings in the speaker menu (selected input, volume, sound settings, gain adjustments, etc.) as well as playlists from the app "Spotify" can be stored. It is recommended to store all settings that have been made during the "initial installation"...

  • Page 22: Menu Structure And Navigation

    Overview Most settings of the Smart Amp 5.1 are included into the main menu. This main menu is controlled with the touch keys on the top side of the Smart Amp 5.1 or with the Canton Smart Remote. The main menu is displayed by the OSD (On-Screen Display) on your TV screen. The LED display in the amplifier shows the respective function in the form of an abbreviation or as scroll text when the menu is activated.

  • Page 23: Speaker Setup [Sps]

    English 1. Speaker Setup [SPS] The first item in the main menu is the Speaker Setup. Here you can make sound-relevant settings relating to the connected speakers. This Speaker Setup includes the menu items •Channel Level [CHL] •Distance [DST] •Compression [DRC] •Voice Clarity [VOI] •Equalization [EQ] •Xover Small Speakers [XOV]...
  • Page 24 English If activated, the front left speaker [FL] generates a pink noise signal. Press "M" and then the Down key " ", or directly the Down key " " to select this left front speaker [FL] from the speaker list. Use the "+"...

  • Page 25: Compression [Drc]

    English Compression [DRC] Dynamic Range Control (DRC) is a setting option created by Dolby Laboratories. When activated, the dynamic range of encoded data streams can be automatically reduced, which also reduces differences in volume. This makes it possible to enhance quiet tones and suppress loud ones.

  • Page 26: Equalization [Eq]

    Equalization [EQ] In this menu you can adjust the frequency response of the loudspeakers that are connected to the Smart Amp 5.1 to match the room conditi- on. You can choose between 3 EQ-settings for each speaker resp. each pair of speakers. A free position in the room is the factory setting.

  • Page 27: Subwoofer Setup [Sub]

    English Subwoofer Setup [SUB] In this menu you can adjust the phase of a connected subwoofer and activate different Sub Stereo Modes [SSM] and adjust the crossover frequency between a subwoofer and the front speakers. This menu item is only available if a subwoofer (Smart or Analog) is activated in the Speakerconfiguration menu.

  • Page 28: Stereo Sub Xover [Ssx]

    English Use the "+" resp. the "–" key to select the desired function: Off [OFF] means that the bass signals are played through the front speakers Front Left and Front Right. Parallel [PAR] means that the subwoofer plays the bass signals additionally to the front speakers Xover [XOV] means that the bass signals below the set crossover frequency Stereo Sub Xover are played through the subwoofer Confirm and exit the menu item by pressing the "M"...

  • Page 29: System Setup [Sys]

    English To set the device heights please do as follows: To enter the menu, press the "M" button. Confirm the first menu item Speaker Setup [SPS] with the "OK button. Use the " " or " " button to select the menu item Device Heights [DHE] and confirm with the "OK" button. Use the "+"...

  • Page 30: Sleep Timer [Slp]

    Confirm the first menu item Sleep Timer [SLP] with the "OK" button. Please press key you want to learn" appears on the screen, the display flashes [IRL]. Please press the desired function on the Canton Smart remote control. Note: The IR codes of a TV remote can be assigned to all buttons of the optionally available Canton Smart remote alike. 3 9 9...
  • Page 31 English "Press the new button" will be shown on the screen with the name of the selected key (e.g. "Volume +") below. The display indicates the selected function as well (e.g. V+]). Within 15 seconds, press the key you wish to allocate to this function on the TV remote. Once the IR command has been successfully allocated, the display shows [OK] resp.
  • Page 32 " " button to select the menu item IR Clear [CLR] and confirm with the "OK" button. "Reset All" appears on the screen and [YES] appears on the display. Press the OK button on the Canton Smart remote to delete the stored commands.
  • Page 33 •In order to avoid conflicts when controlling the Smart Amp 5.1, the “Volume +/–“, “Mute” and “Power” buttons on the TV remo- te control should not be learned through the IR learn function of the amplifier when using the CEC function. Delete the codes if necessary.
  • Page 34 This is the operation mode with the lowest standby power consumption. All the other modes Network, Auto, and Manual provide an auto- matic power up function for all wirelessly connected speakers when powering up the Smart Amp 5.1 (Master Device).
  • Page 35 English HDMI® Output [ARC] (Television) Optical Digital Input OPT [OPT] (CD Player) Coaxial Digital Input COAX [COA] (DVD Player) Analoque Line Input Analog [ANA] (Analogue Device) To change the name of an input or to deactivate an input please proceed as follows: To enter the menu, press the "M"...
  • Page 36 English Use the "+" resp. the "–" key to adjust the volume level. Press the "M" button to exit this menu item. Input Select [SEL] If the Input Select function is set to Auto [AUT], the Amp 5.1 automatically changes the optical, coaxial, analogue or Bluetooth® input as soon as the signal stops at the currently selected signal input and a different input signal is detected at one of the other inputs of the Amp 5.1.
  • Page 37 English Max Volume [VOL] You can limit the maximum settable volume with this (protective) function Max Volume in such a way that the sound level (indicated in the On-screen or LED display of the Amp 5.1) cannot be turned up above the set value. You can set the desired volume level from 1 to 70, where 70 represented the maximum.
  • Page 38 English 3D Audio [3D] With this option you can adjust the intensity of the virtualizer and the virtual Dolby Atmos effect to your personal taste. ® Starting from default setting Normal [NOR] you can increase the effect High [HIG] or decrease the effect Low [LOW]. To adjust the setting, please to as follows: To enter the menu, press the "M"...
  • Page 39 Factory Reset [RES] With this function you can reset the Smart Amp 5.1 to its factory settings. In case the Amp 5.1 has a mailfunction or does not connect to a network anymore, please perform such a reset and repeat the installation process before you contact the customer support.
  • Page 40 At this menu the connection way of the WiFi module is set. The module can be connected Wireless [WLA] (default) or Wired [ETH] using the Ethernet port of the Smart Amp 5.1. To change the connection way from wireless to wired or contrary, do the following: To enter the menu, press the "M"...
  • Page 41 English To cancel the reset procedure, press the input select key " ". The display shows [RES] again. Press this key additional two times to exit the menu. To execute the reset, keep "Reset All" [YES] and confirm with the Play/Pause button " ". The display then shows [YES] to confirm the reset procedure, the OSD shows "Please Wait".
  • Page 42 Bluetooth [BT] ® In this menu you can set all features relating to the Bluetooth wireless technology module integrated in the Smart Amp 5.1. The ® Bluetooth menu includes four submenus, as follows: Pair Mode [BTP] This menu allows you to set whether the Amp 5.1 sends a pairing request to (mobile) devices permanently [AUT], or whether this function is disabled [MAN] to avoid unwanted pairing processes with (mobile) devices.
  • Page 43 English [MAN] = The pairing process needs to be initiated by pressing the "Bluetooth Pairing" button on the Smart remote. Exit the menu item by pressing the "M" button. Notes: •If a signal is being transmitted via Bluetooth wireless technology, the Amp 5.1 does not send a pairing request to a second (mo- ®...
  • Page 44 If there is no app or one that does not support background operation, playback will not start. BT Reset [BRE] This function is to reset all Bluetooth wireless technology related settings and paired devices stored on the Smart Amp 5.1. ® Caution: ALL settings related to the Bluetooth wireless module you have made and stored on the Amp 5.1 will be deleted.
  • Page 45 English transmission power is at 50% (-3dB) and at Max at 100% (0dB). To adjust the transmission power of the wireless audio module please do as follows: To enter the menu, press the "M" button. Use the " " or " " button to navigate to the menu Wireless Setup [WIS] and confirm with the "OK" button. Use the "...
  • Page 46 The fifth item of the Main menu is the Output Setup [OPS] which is used to set up both the speaker availability and speaker type, as well as the way the speakers are connected to the Smart Amp 5.1 - wired or wireless. It contains the two items: •...
  • Page 47 (e.g. front left and right), the center speaker and the subwoofer. By default the Amp 5.1 has 5.1 passive speaker configuration. Setups from 2.0 up to 7.1.4 are possible using Canton Smart speakers, with maximum 6 speakers connected by wire and 8 Smart speakers connected wirelessly.
  • Page 48 English • (7) Top Rear left and right [TR]: They reproduce the Dolby Atmos signals as Figure 1: Home cinema setup ® well. To get an even more detailed spatial impression (3D Sound) you can use two additional upfiring speakers or ceiling speakers . The upfiring speakers (Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker) are placed on top of the rear left and right speakers [RER] ®...
  • Page 49 • Smart [SMT]: This type refers to speakers of the Canton Smart series. You can connect the audio signal wirelessly or wired (using a signal cable).The control commands (On/Standby state, volume, etc.) are always send wirelessly to the speakers. When using a Smart speaker the selection of the size and crossovers happens automatically.
  • Page 50 Speaker Mapping [SPM] The Speaker Mapping [SPM] allows you to set up the connection between the Smart Amp 5.1 and the speakers. Only speakers that have been activated in the Speaker Config menu [SPC] can be connected. The connection can be wireless for Smart speakers or wired for passive speakers using the speaker outputs Analog1 to Analog5 plus Analog6 for a passive subwoofer.
  • Page 51 After a few seconds a successful wireless pairing will be indicated with Wireless(CON) behind the selected speaker on the screen. The newly paired Smart speakers shows [CON] in its display. From now on the displays of the Smart Amp 5.1 and the paired Smart spea- ker are in sync and show the selected speaker.
  • Page 52 English If the speaker pairing failed and "Wireless pairing failed" is shown in the info bar on top of the menu please repeat steps 7 to 10 Notes: and verify that… a) ...the selected Smart speaker has been disconnected from the mains for at least 30 seconds. b) ...not more then 20 seconds have been passed between pressing the "OK"...
  • Page 53 English Firmware Info [FWI] This feature helps you to check and verify the firmware installed on the Smart Amp 5.1. Before doing a service request, please check and note the indicated version numbers. The listed items have the following meanings: •...
  • Page 54 Note: • The IP address and frequency band of the WiFi module (WiFi band) can only be displayed after the Smart Amp 5.1 is connected to your network via WiFi or network cable. If the Amp 5.1 is connected via network cable, it is not possible to display the SSID.
  • Page 55 English Troubleshooting Please find attached an overview of the most common problems. If you have further questions, please contact your Canton dealer, contact our service hotline at Tel. + 49 (0) 6083 287-0 or send us an e-mail to: info@canton.de.
  • Page 56 English Problem Possible cause Solution The Amp 5.1 does not 1. The standby function is factory set to Network 1. In order to automacially turn on, the standby function turn on automatically. [NSB]. The system must be turned on manually. must be switched to Auto [AUT].
  • Page 57 English Problem Possible cause Solution The speaker connec- 1. The signal cable from the source device to 1. Use a shorter and/or higher quality (better shielded) signal ted to the Amp 5.1 the analoque input [AUX] of the Amp 5.1 is too cable.
  • Page 58 English Problem Possible cause Solution The input [BT] cannot 1. The function BT Select [BTS] is activated and the 1. Deactivate the function BT Select [BTS] in order to select the be selected via the Amp 5.1 switches the source automatically as soon input [BT] manually.
  • Page 59 English Problem Possible cause Solution Playback of a (mobile) 1. The automatic playback function AutoPlay [APL] 1. If this function is unwanted, set AutoPlay [APL] to OFF. device starts automati- is activated. cally when the Amp 5.1 is switched on. Pairing of Smart (wire- 1.
  • Page 60 English Problem Possible cause Solution The Amp 5.1 1. This can happen if the function Input Select 1.1 Make sure that no signal is present at any other input unintentionally [SEL] is set to [AUT] and the currently selected during playback at the analoque input [AUX] or changes the input.
  • Page 61 Ethernet [ETH]. Select [NWC]. setup. The Smart Amp 5.1 is 1. Your (mobile) device and the Amp 5.1 must 1. Connect your (mobile) device resp. the Amp 5.1 to the not indicated in the app be conncted to the same network.
  • Page 62 English Technical Data Smart Amp 5.1 Power supply – Operating voltage 100 – 240V~ – Operating frequency 50 / 60Hz – Power consumption ECO Standby 0,47 W – Power consumption NSB Standby WLAN [WIF] ca. 1,94W (Factory setting) – Power consumption NSB Standby LAN [ETH] ca. 6,8W Bluetooth®...
  • Page 63 EU – Declaration of Conformity marking We, the manufacturer / importer Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG • Neugasse 21–23 • 61276 Weilrod • Germany confirm and declare in sole responsibility that the product Smart Amp 5.1 (Dolby Atmos® enabled Amplifier with several signal in- and outputs, RF Audio Transmitter, WiFi and Ethernet connections, Bluetooth®...
  • Page 64 Information on the “Intended Use” Information about the CE marking The Smart Amp 5.1 is designed for indoor use and Electrical and electronic devices placed on the market within the must not be used outdoors or in a wet environment.
  • Page 65 Bauteilen innerhalb der Garantiezeit. Dies gilt für alle Lautsprecher, die bei einem autorisierten Canton Fachhändler gekauft wurden. Wenden Sie sich im Schadensfall bitte an ihn oder direkt an den Canton Service. WARRANTY Above and beyond the legally prescribed warranty period Canton offers a guarantee of 5 years on all its passive loudspeakers.
  • Page 66 Bluetooth SIG, ® connect/third-party-licenses. Inc. and any use of such marks by Canton is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. The terms HDMI and HDMI Google, Google Home, High-Definition Multimedia...
  • Page 67 Bei Fragen oder Anregungen wenden Sie sich bitte an unseren Kundenservice: For further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service: Canton Elektronik GmbH + Co. KG Neugasse 21 – 23 61276 Weilrod, Germany Tel. +49 (0)6083 287-87 info@canton.de...

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