Direkt 800 BT - Speaker HECO - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Direkt 800 BT HECO

Dear HECO Customer, Congratulations on your ne new loudspeakers and thank you very much for choosing HECO! You have made an excellent choice. The high-quality speakers produced by HECO are renowned all over the world. Please study the instructions and information below carefully before using your new loudspeakers.

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read through the instruction manual carefully before starting to use the device. This manual contains important information concerning operation and safety aspects. It is imperative you observe all of the information. Keep the manual in a safe location.

• WARNING NOTICES: All of the warning symbols on the speakers, accessories and in the instruction manual itself must be adhered to.

• EXPOSURE TO HEAT: Only operate the speakers and accessories in a temperature range from 5°C to 40°C. The speakers should not be positioned near heat sources (heaters, ovens, radiant heaters, naked ames, etc.). When setting up close to an amplier a minimum distance of 10 cm must be maintained.

• EFFECT OF MOISTURE: The speakers should not be exposed to dripping or splash water. Neither should they be used to support vases or other containers lled with liquid. Do not expose the speakers to water or high levels of humidity. There is a danger of electric shock. In the event of contact with moisture or liquids remove the mains adapter immediately.

• FOREIGN MATERIAL: Ensure that no foreign material enters through the speaker openings and into the interior. This could trigger short circuits and even result in electric shock and re.

• CLEANING: Please use a soft, dry cloth with no cleaning agents, sprays or chemical solvents, as these could damage the surfaces.

• ELECTRICAL CONNECTION: Please note the voltage levels on the information sign. The mains adapter for the speakers should only be operated with the voltage and frequency values specied on the sign.

• LIGHTNING PROTECTION/PREVENTIVE MEASURES: If the device is not going to be used for a prolonged period (e.g. when on holiday), it should be disconnected from the mains by removing the plug. The device should also be disconnected from the mains in the event of a thunderstorm. Doing this will prevent damage caused by lightning and overvoltage.

• MAINS CABLE: The mains cable must always be suitable for operation and it should only ever be laid out in a manner that prevents it from being trodden on. It should not be pinched by objects either, as this can damage the cable. When using plugs and power strips it must be ensured that the cable is not kinked at the point where it emerges from the socket. Do not connect or remove the mains cable with damp hands.

• OVERLOAD: Sockets, power strips and extension cables should not be overloaded. If an overload occurs, there is a risk of electric shock and re.

• The speakers should only be positioned or mounted on a solid surface and not on moving base frames, otherwise there is a risk of injury.

• Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat, such as sunshine, re and the like. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. DAMAGE THAT MUST BE RECTIFIED BY A SPECIALIST: If any of the following damage occurs, disconnect the speaker from the mains immediately and contact a specialist to conduct the repair work:

• Damage to the mains cable or the mains plug. A damaged cable should not be repaired, but must be replaced.

• If moisture or water has entered the device or foreign objects have fallen into the device.

• If the speaker has fallen and the housing is damaged.

• If the device does not work properly, even though all of the information in the instruction manual has been observed. Only those subsequent alterations approved by the manufacturer may be conducted. Only original spare parts should be used for repair. After conducting any repairs the safety of device should be checked to ensure it is functioning correctly and safely. Repairs must always be conducted by qualied specialists, as you might otherwise be exposed to dangerous high voltage levels or other hazards.11 The triangle with a lightning symbol warns the user that high voltage is used within the device which can result in electric shock. The triangle with an exclamation mark informs the user that important operating and maintenance instructions (repair) are contained in the accompanying instruction manual, which must be observed. Do not open! Risk of electric shock! CAUTION: In order to avoid electric shock do not open the speaker housing/mains adapter or remove the covers. The user is not to conduct any repairs him/herself. Repairs should only be conducted by qualied technicians! Do not use any sockets or extension cables that do not fully accommodate the plug of the device.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL

In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU all electrical and electronic appliances must be disposed of separately via local collection points. Please observe the local regulations and do not dispose of your old appliances with normal household waste. BATTERY DISPOSAL Old batteries are hazardous waste and must be disposed of in accordance with current regulations.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Magnat Audio-Produkte GmbH declares that the device DIREKT800BT is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 2014/53/EU. The Declaration of Conformity can be found at www.mac-audio.de in the download area of the device.

This device is designed for indoor use only. CONTENTS (A) 1 pc. Active speaker (B) 1 pc. Mains cable for of the active speaker (C) 1 pc. Remote control including battery (2 x AAA) (D) 1 pc. Instruction manual (incl. warranty certicate)

UNPACKING THE SPEAKER

Please unpack the speaker and accessories carefully and check the contents of the box using the list above. In the event of any transport damage, please contact your supplier. Keep the packing material in a safe location. The original packaging enables trouble-free transportation for any subsequent relocation and servicing requirements.12 FEET The feet for the DIREKT 800 BT are provided in a separate package and have to be tted after being unpacked. A matching hex or Allen key is enclosed. For tting, the loudpeaker should be placed on its top on a scratch free surface. The feet are then secured one after the other with two screws each as shown in Fig. 2a and 1b. The loudspeaker is then turned around and set up.

SETTING UP THE SPEAKER

To ensure optimum playback the speaker should be positioned on a rm, at surface (such as a table, shelf, etc.). A panel at the rear of the speaker reinforces the bass response. To produce the best stereo image the front of the speaker should be directed towards the listener. OPERATIONAL ELEMENTS Controls for speaker, front (Fig. 2) (1) STBY/POWER LED: Red: Standby mode (2) LED display: The 2-digit display shows the selected input - information about the operating status Inputs: BT: Bluetooth input OP: Optical digital input CO: Coaxial digital input A1: Analogue input RCA IN (PHONO/LINE) A2: Analogue input AUX IN (3.5 mm jack socket) PA: The display ashes in pairing mode. (3) Remote control sensor: Please aim at this sensor when using the remote control. Rear controls (Fig. 3) (4) Power switch (5) Mains connection (6) Switch PHONO/LINE (7) Earth terminal GND (8) RCA IN: Analogue stereo input (RCA jack) (9) AUX IN: Analogue stereo input (3.5 mm jack socket) (10) SUB OUT: Output for connecting an active subwoofer (11) DIGITAL IN OPTICAL: Optical digital input (12) DIGITAL IN COAXIAL: Coaxial digital input (13) Rotary/push button for volume control and source selection ATTENTION: The loudspeaker is equipped with an integrated amplier and needs to be connected to a mains outlet by means of the supplied mains cable.13 Operation with the system remote control (g. 4): (14) ON/STBY: Switches the device on when it is in the standby mode. If the Standby-LED (g. 2 (1)) does not illuminate, actuate the power switch (g. 3, (4)) located on the rear. Conversely the device can be switched from power operation to the standby mode. (15) VOLUME: Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume. (16) TREBLE: Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume of high frequencies for manual adjustment of the sound pattern. (17) BASS: Increases (+) or decreases (-) the volume of low frequencies for manual adjustment of the sound pattern. (18) LINEAR: Resets all of the changes made to the frequency response (buttons 16 and 17) to a neutral setting. (19) MUTE: Switches the sound on and off. (20) SOURCE: Selects the audio input: PHONO/LINE, AUX IN, DIGITAL IN, BLUETOOTH (21) PAIR: Switches the device to the pairing mode when in Bluetooth operation to establish a connection to a Bluetooth source device. “PA“ will ash on the display.

CONNECTING THE HECO DIREKT800BT

Connecting audio sources to the active speaker

1. Connection to an amplier, AV receiver or other analogue audio source

Connect the audio input of the active loudspeaker (RCA IN, Fig. 3 (8)) to the audio output on the device using an RCA stereo audio cable. CAUTION: The switch (Fig. 3 (6)) must be set to LINE.

2. Connecting a record player (with MM cartridge) to the active loudspeaker

Connect the audio input of the active loudspeaker (RCA IN, Fig. 3 (8)) to the audio output on the record player using an RCA stereo audio cable. In addition, the earth wire of the record player (where present) has to be connected to the screw terminal (Fig. 3 (7)). CAUTION: The switch (Fig. 3 (6)) must be set to PHONO.

3. Connect to a headphone jack or pre-amplier output with 3.5mm jack

Connect the audio input of the active loudspeaker (AUX IN, Fig. 3 (9)) to the headphone output on your amplier, TV, MP3 player, smartphone, etc. using a 3.5 mm audio cable/3.5 mm stereo jack.

4. Connecting to digital audio sources

Connect the audio input of the active loudspeaker (Digital IN, Fig. 3 (11, 12)) to the digital output on your CD player, computer, games console, network player or TV using an optical or coaxial digital audio cable. The digital inputs can be selected separately, therefore it is possible to connect two digital sources simultaneously. PLEASE NOTE: The digital inputs are suitable for stereo signals up to 24 bit/192kHz

5. Connection to a Bluetooth device

Switch the active loudspeaker to the Bluetooth input. If you have previously connected a Bluetooth device, the sound deck will automatically attempt to re-establish a connection with this device. If this is the case, you may be required to manually reconrm the connection on the source device. If a connection has not already been made or the connection cannot be re-established, activate the ‚pairing mode‘. To switch the speaker to the pairing mode, briey press the PAIR button (Fig. 4, (21)) on the remote control. The blue LED will ash as long as the pairing mode is active. Now activate the Bluetooth mode on your source device. The speaker will appear in the list of Bluetooth devices as „HECODirekt800BT“. If it is not displayed in the list, set your source device to search for Bluetooth devices manually and make sure that the speaker has been switched to the pairing mode. Depending on the source device, you may be asked whether the password is to be accepted during the pairing procedure. You can conrm this by simply pressing „Accept“. If you are still asked for a password, use the default passwords „0000“ or „1234“. If you are asked if you want to establish a connection after pairing, please select „Yes“. When the device has been paired and connected successfully the LED status indicator will illuminate continuously blue. The sound deck supports the „Qualcomm® aptX™“ high quality audio transmission standard. If your source device also supports this standard, „Qualcomm® aptX™“ will be selected automatically as the transfer mode when establishing a Bluetooth connection.14 NOTE: Please check whether the output of the audio source a) has a xed volume level or b) the level can be adjusted with the volume controller of the audio source. In case a) you can adjust the volume using the remote control of the HECO DIREKT800BT; in case b) the level of the audio source should be set to a maximum level where no distortions can be heard at the highest volume setting of the DIREKT800BT. The volume of the audio source should also be taken into account. No distortions should be evident here either. Connecting a subwoofer to the active speaker The speaker has a subwoofer output (g. 3 (10)) at the rear for controlling an active subwoofer. Use a mono audio cable and the LINE-IN input of the active subwoofer. The subwoofer output has a low-pass lter with a cut-off frequency of 150Hz. This speaker is ideally suited for operation with an active subwoofer with a variable low-pass lter. Connecting the power supply of the active speaker Included in delivery is the most commonly used mains cable. The mains cable used in your country, however, may be different. If the mains cable is not compatible with your power sockets or if you are in any doubt, please contact your HECO dealer.

1. Insert the 3-pin mains cable into the socket of the active speaker (Fig. 3, (5)).

2. Insert the mains cable into the socket. Make sure that you are using the mains plug that is compatible with the

socket (refer to the information above). OPERATION As soon as the device is connected to the power supply and the power switch (Fig. 3, (4)) has been turned on, the STBY LED on the active loudspeaker lights up red. The speaker is then in stand-by mode. 5 difference audio sources can be connected to the active loudspeaker at the same time via the outputs (8), (9), (11), (12) and Bluetooth. The speaker is switched on using the remote control (Fig. 4, (14)) and an audio source selected using the button (20). The volume is regulated via the button (15), the speaker can be switched to mute using button (19). With the BASS (17) and TREBLE (16) buttons, the bass and treble levels can be adjusted to the set-up and your own personal listening taste. The LINEAR button is used to reset the bass and treble control to the neutral position. Alternatively, the loudspeaker can be operated on the active speaker‘s rear connection panel (Fig. 3). Pressing the VOLUME/SOURCE control (13) the rst time switches on the active speaker, pressing it again selects the inputs in turn. The volume is regulated by turning the control. Prolonged pressing switches the loudspeaker to stand-by mode. Please note: All HECO loudspeakers are designed and built for optimum sound reproduction with the tone controls in the central position – i.e. with “linear” amplier output. Turning up the bass and treble controls too far delivers more power to the woofers and/or tweeters, and at high volumes this can actually destroy the speaker units! Always turn the volume down immediately as soon as you hear distortion!

AUTO STANDBY FUNCTION

The unit has an Auto Standby function that automatically switches the device to stand-by mode if no audio signal is detected on the inputs over a period of approx. 60 minutes. This function implements an EU energy-saving regulation (1275/2008EC), reducing power consumption if the device is accidentally left turned on after use. This function can be deactivated as follows: Press the MUTE button on the remote control. Then keep the Volume/Source control at the rear of the speaker depressed for 5 seconds and release it. “NO“ will appear on the display as conrmation. The Auto Stand-by function has been deactivated. Repeat the procedure to re-activate the Auto Stand-by function. “ST“ will appear on the display as conrmation.15 MAINTENANCE The lacquered surface is best cleaned with a mild household cleaner. On no account use furniture polish or similar products on these surfaces. SPECIFICATIONS Conguration: Powered stereo all-in-one speaker system Speaker assembly: 2 x 125 mm bass/midrange, 2 x 25 mm tweeter Output power (RMS/Max.): 2 x 45/2 x 100 Watt Frequency range: 35 – 40000 Hz Crossover frequency: 2700 Hz Mains voltage: 100-240 V AC / 50/60 Hz Operating frequency: 2402 – 2480 MHz Maximum emitted power (EN 62479): 2.91 dBm Dimensions (wxhxd): 480 x 320 x 228 mm Weight: 8.6 kg

1. The guarantee period commences with the purchase of the component and is applicable only to the original owner.

2. During the guarantee period we will rectify any defects due to faulty material or workmanship by replacing or repairing the defective part at our discretion. Further claims, and in particular those for price reduction, cancellation of sale, compensation for damages or subsequential damages, are excluded. The guarantee period is not altered by the fact that we have carried out guarantee work.

3. Unauthorized tampering with the equipment will invalidate this guarantee.

4. Consult your authorized dealer rst, if guarantee service is needed. Should it prove necessary to return the component to the factory, please insure that • the component is packed in original factory packing in good condition • the quality control card has been lled out and enclosed with the component, • your enclose your receipt as proof of purchase. 5. Excluded from the guarantee are: • Illuminates • Wear parts • Shipping damages, either readily apparent or concealed (claims for such damages must be lodged immediately with forwarding agent, the railway express ofce or post ofce). • Scratches in cases, metal components, front panels, etc. (You must notify your dealer directly of such defects within three days of purchase.) • Defects caused by incorrect installation or connection, by operation errors (see operating instructions), by overloading or by external force. • Equipments which have been repaired incorrectly or modied or where the case has been opened by persons other than us. • Consoquential damages to other equipments.