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Summary of Contents for Goldmund ASTERIA

  • Page 2 Since 1978, Goldmund has been dedicated to developing audio equipment of the highest quality and accuracy to immerse you in the most realistic audio experience possible. At Goldmund, we are committed to being at the forefront of the creation, development, and manufacture of the industry's most advanced technologies, including audio systems and music distribution.
  • Page 3 Nevertheless, if the instructions are carried out in full, you will notice that the use of the ASTERIA speaker is quite simple and convenient. IMPORTANT PLEASE DO NOT CONNECT ANY CABLES OR...
  • Page 4 User Manual – ASTERIA – ACTIVE SPEAKER - 4 -...
  • Page 5 The ASTERIA loudspeaker uses revolutionary technologies to achieve a level of definition and neutrality never reached before in a loudspeaker system. For optimal use of your active speakers, please carefully read the following instructions. For professionals, musicians and all those who expect the very best in audio reproduction, we advocate the use of the highest quality components, especially in terms of electronics and cables.
  • Page 6 Due to the use of Mechanical Grounding™ technology manufactured by Goldmund, it is essential to ensure a rigid floor to attain optimum sound performance from your ASTERIA. This technology uses the laws of physics to evacuate vibrations from any structure, thus reducing the resonance of the loudspeakers, but also of the electronics, where mechanical vibrations are one of the main sources of coloration, thereby preserving the naturalness of the sound.
  • Page 7: Setup Procedure

    The input is an unbalanced digital connection (S/PDIF). When utilizing a digital input signal, connect the digital cable to the digital input port of the ASTERIA loudspeaker. Attach the opposing end of the digital cable to the output port of a digital processor (please visit the Goldmund website to explore the current product offerings).
  • Page 8 (when using the dongle), or from the acoustic processor (when utilizing a Transmitter), or directly on the Wireless Hub. The ASTERIA and the associated USB Goldmund dongle are delivered prepaired. However, if you would like to do a re-pairing of the speaker with the dongle for any reason, please follow these steps: Either plug the USB dongle into your computer or link the Wireless Transmitter to your acoustic processor •...
  • Page 9 This muting is lifted promptly upon the presence of a signal on the digital input. Please do not disconnect the main power while the ASTERIA is not muted. Allow a 3-second pause after the music stops before disconnecting the mains power.
  • Page 10 Nominal range: 115 V or 230 V (+/-15 %) • Fuses: 8 A slow-blow type for 115 V & 230 V • RATED POWER CONSUMPTION 390 W per unit • User Manual – ASTERIA – ACTIVE SPEAKER - 10 -...
  • Page 11 Information and product specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notice. Information and product specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without prior notice. Visit our website at www.goldmund.com User Manual – ASTERIA – ACTIVE SPEAKER - 11 -...