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  • Page 1 EVOLUTION CS 3.3 / CS 5.3 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Caution

    The necessary tests have been carried out with positive results. entspricht. Die notwendigen Prüfungen wurden mit positivem Ergebnis vorgenommen. APP: RC X AVM Audio Video Manufaktur GmbH Daimlerstraße 8 D-76316 Malsch MAKING OF AVM WWW.AVM.AUDIO...

  • Page 3: We Welcome You To Avm

    And finally, the most important thing: We at AVM and our dealers are always happy to help you. If you have any questions, requests or suggestions, please contact us at any time. And if you are satisfied with us: Feel free to recommend us to others.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Table of contents Caution Declaration of Conformity 2 APP: RC X We welcome you to AVM! 3 Table of contents Setting up the CS 3.3/5.3 5 1.1 Scope of delivery 1.2 Overview 1.3 Installation and cooling 1.4 Power connection 6...

  • Page 5: Setting Up The

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Setting up the CS 3.3/5.3 1.1 Scope of delivery 1.1.1 EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Compact Streaming CD-Receiver 1.1.2 2 WLAN/Bluetooth antennas 1.1.3 Power cord 1.1.4 Pair of white gloves 1.1.5 Optionally available RC 3 / RC 8 radio remote control (special purchase) 1.1.6...

  • Page 6: Installation And Cooling

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Speaker terminal A right Optical digital input Speaker terminal B right Optical digital output WLAN/Bluetooth antennas Trigger output (2x) (3,5mm) Main switch on/off RESET button (with LED) Primary fuse Phono input AC mains Phono ground connection...

  • Page 7: Connecting Analog Signal Sources

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 1.5 Connecting analog signal sources Connect analog signal sources to the analog inputs (31, 33, 37) using suitable cables. For the RCA inputs, the left channel is connected to the upper row, the right channel to the lower row.

  • Page 8: Connecting Analog Recording Devices

    Right and left channel must have the same polarity of the speakers. 1.11 RC Remote Control The optionally available RC 9/10 remote control allows you to control your AVM device conveniently and comprehensively. Before both components can be used together, they must first be paired with each other.

  • Page 9: Rc X App For Ios Android

    There are two ways to start the pairing process: You can start pairing via the RC X app from AVM. You can find the Start Pairing option in the Settings under the RC 9/10 Remote Control item. Once you have started the pairing process via the app, you need to start the pairing process in the RC 9/10 remote control shortly after using the navigation buttons as well.
  • Page 10 Connect the device to a router in your home network using a network cable (LAN cable) by connecting the LAN cable to the network port of the AVM device (24) on one side and to a free port on your router (LAN) or a network switch on the other side.
  • Page 11 NOTE: If you do not see an available device, check whether the network cable is installed correctly and that the AVM device is on the same network/WLAN as your smartphone or tablet. Then drag the view in the RC X App down a bit to search for available devices again. Please also note that the RC X App is only compatible with AVM models with integrated AVM X-STREAM Engine®.
  • Page 12 WLAN router is equipped with WPS, please refer to your router's documentation of your router. The setup of a WPS connection is done via the Personal Setup menu of your AVM device. For details on the full functionality of the Personal Setup menu, see section Error! Reference source not found.
  • Page 13 In the WLAN menu, under the SET UP NEW AirPlay Speaker menu item, select the AVM device that you want to connect to your WLAN. In the example above, the AVM device is listed as CS 6.3-00c440. Wait a moment if the device is not displayed immediately. Your iPhone or iPad continuously searches for new devices and updates the view of available WLAN networks at short intervals.
  • Page 14 To check the network status, download the RC X app for iOS from the Apple App Store and install it on your iPhone or iPad. Then launch the RC X app and select the AVM device from the Start menu.
  • Page 15 First perform the pairing procedure as described in section 1.11.1 and then select the newly set up AVM device on the RC 9/10 using the Select device menu item. You can reach this menu item via the System Menu, which you can access by pressing the Settings button (tool icon) on the RC 9.

  • Page 16: Software & Firmware Updates

    AVM X-STREAM Engine® update via the RC X App Select the desired AVM device on the RC 9/10 via the menu item Select device. You can reach this menu item via the System Menu, which you access by pressing the Settings button (tool icon) on the RC 9.

  • Page 17: Operating The Basic Functions

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 If a new version is available under SW Update or Host Update, install it via Update firmware. The device restarts to install the update. Do not switch off the device under any circumstances and wait until the update is completely installed. The update process may be shown on the display of the device.

  • Page 18: Spotify Connect

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Spotify Connect® Use your smartphone, tablet, or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Learn more at spotify.com/connect. In addition, after playing tracks once via the Spotify app, the source selector (2) can be used to restart Spotify locally on the device ("RESUME-TO-LAST").

  • Page 19: Cd-Player

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 2.5 CD-Player When the built-in CD player is selected, you can operate its basic functions with the five menu keys below the display. Advanced settings (repeat mode, shuffle etc.) are also possible via the extended CD player menu by briefly pressing the MENU menu key.

  • Page 20: Bluetooth

    The integrated Bluetooth function allows you to wirelessly transmit high-quality music signals from a Bluetooth player such as a smartphone, tablet or PC to your AVM device. To activate and use the Bluetooth function and use it, you must first pair a compatible Bluetooth player with your AVM device (see the following section 2.6.1).

  • Page 21: Choosing The Appropriate Termination For The Phono Input

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 2.7 Choosing the appropriate termination for the phono input With regard to an optimal playback quality, each pickup should be connected to the appropriate termination impedance or termination capacitance. The CS 3.3/5.3 offers an extensive range of functions for this purpose.

  • Page 22: Advanced Settings (Menu)

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 For MM you can choose between +40dB and +50dB gain, for MC between +60dB and +70dB. NOTE: If the amplification is too high, the input side may be overloaded and consequently distortions may occur. Advanced settings (MENU) In addition to the basic functions, the CS 3.3/5.5 has a wide range of options for individual...
  • Page 23 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.1 Global settings The following settings are available for each input group, no matter if digital, analog, stream, CD, ... 3.1.1 Balance With the Balance function you can shift the right-left balance in the range of ±9.5 dB to the left or to the right to compensate for imbalances.
  • Page 24 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.1.5 Loudness Listening to soft music often gives the impression of a flat, unbrilliant sound. This is due to a characteristic of the human ear: Bass and treble are perceived disproportional with quiet sounds. This effect is supposed to be corrected by the "aurally correct volume setting" (loudness) this effect by boosting bass and treble when playing soft music, and then gradually returning to a linear frequency response as the volume is increased.
  • Page 25 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.4.3 Filter By pressing the menu key (5) you can access the digital filter setting. Here you can choose between available digital filter settings for the selected digital input. You can select the digital filter settings STEEP and SMOOTH according to your sound preferences.
  • Page 26 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.7 Personal Setup The Setup menu offers you a number of further setting options for adapting the unit to your personal needs. The unit to your personal needs. To enter the setup menu, press and hold the menu button (5) until SETUP appears in the display instead of MENU.
  • Page 27 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.7.1.7 Play Time In this menu you can adjust whether the display shows only the time, only a time bar or both at the same time when playing titles (e.g. via the CD player). By default, the time and the time bar are displayed.
  • Page 28 Via the menu item Input Names, you can change the names of sound sources on the display (4) as desired. A name consists of a maximum of 8 characters. The name can be changed conveniently via AVM's RC X App or via the separately available RC 9/10 remote control. HINWEIS: To rename the input in the App, go to Inputs in the overview after selecting your CS 3.3/5.3 and press the 3-dot symbol on the right side of the input to be renamed.
  • Page 29 3.7.4.5 Trigger External AMP by audio When using an additional AVM power amplifier, you can control them via the connected audio cable. This makes it easier for you to operate your system.
  • Page 30 3.7.6 Desired Standby Mode To ensure that your AVM device can be switched on at any time via the RC X app for iOS and Android, the integrated AVM X-STREAM Engine® also remains in standby in the so-called Network Standby mode and constantly ready for operation. Please note that selecting this mode increases the stand-by power consumption.
  • Page 31 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.7.11 WPS enables you to easily set up a wireless network connection (WLAN / WiFi). You can start the WPS function under this item. For step-by-step instructions, see section 1.13.2. Settings via the RC X App Most of the settings you make via the unit menu can also be easily changed alternatively with the new RC X App.
  • Page 32 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.8.8 Device Settings In this menu, you can make most settings from the Personal Setup directly in the free RC X App. 3.8.8.1 Display As described in section 3.7.1, you can make various settings for the display here. These include the brightness, the proximity sensor and the display mode.
  • Page 33 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 3.8.11 Version Here you can view various information about the installed version (hardware, software). 3.8.12 Update Firmware This menu allows you to update the firmware, if available. First, a check is made whether there is an update online or on a USB stick.

  • Page 34: Supplement

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Supplement 4.1 Taking care of the housing The surface and frontpanel printing of the housing are largely scratch-resistant. The CS can be cleaned with mild soapy water or a glass cleaner and a soft dust cloth.
  • Page 35 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 4. Lipsync is not synchronous for the digital inputs If, despite supported low-latency technology, the lip synchronization is not correct, your TV often offers its own setting option to compensate for this. Your CS 3.3/5.3 does not currently have its own setting for this.
  • Page 36 Should one of the following provisions be legally invalid, it shall be replaced by a legally compliant provision. The prerequisites for your warranty claim are: The device must have been purchased from a specialist dealer authorised by AVM. The warranty registration is done via our website: www.avm.audio.

  • Page 37: Technical Data

    Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Technical data 5.1.1 Power amplifier Amplification factor ......................... 30 Total harmonic distortion (THD) ................... < 0,005% Signal-to-noise ratio ........................> 95dB Input sensitivity (2x350W, 4) ..................... 1,2V Frequency response (CS3.3) (at -3dB) ................ 0Hz to > 80kHz Frequency response (CS5.3) (at -3dB) ..............
  • Page 38 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 5.1.5 CD Player Compatible formats ..........CD Audio, CDR (according to Red Book Standard) Frequency response CD ....................< 20 - 20 kHz 5.1.6 Network LAN port (hot pluggable) ....................100 Mbit/s Supported WLAN/ Wifi standards ............2,4/ 5GHz/ 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Number of antennas ...........................2...
  • Page 39 Warranty ............................ 2 years (Warranty periods may vary) To ensure that your AVM device can be switched on at any time via the RC X App for iOS and Android, the integrated AVM X-STREAM Engine® remains in constant standby mode. Please note that this does not result in a power consumption of less than 0.5 VA as usual, but increases it to...
  • Page 40 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 This product supports AirPlay and requires iOS 11.4 or later. Apple and AirPlay are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other countries. Use of the "Works with Apple" logo means that an accessory...
  • Page 41 Instruction Manual EVOLUTION CS 3.3/5.3 Änderungen an technischen Daten und Ausstattung behalten wir uns vor. Release date: May 08, 2022.

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