T21 - Receiver Renkforce - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL T21 Renkforce

Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. This product complies with statutory national and European regulations. For safety reasons, always follow the instructions in this manual. These operating instructions are part of this product. They contain important information on setting up and using the product. Never give the product to a third party without these instructions, and keep them in a safe place for reference. For technical queries, please contact: www.conrad.com/contact

2. Explanation of symbols

The symbol with the lightning in the triangle indicates that there is a risk to your health, e.g. due to an electric shock. This symbol is used to highlight important information in these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully. This symbol indicates special information and advice on how to use the product. The symbol with the house indicates that the product may only be used in enclosed rooms20

ThisminiHi-Fiamplierisdesignedtoamplifylow-levelaudiosignalsfromhomeaudiosystems.Itconnectstoan audio playback device and a set of speakers. You can play music from Bluetooth and USB storage devices. Theampliermustonlybeconnectedtoanearthedmainssocketwitha230V/AC,50Hzalternatingcurrent. It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances. For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. Using the product for purposes other than those described above may damage the product. In addition, improper use can cause hazards such as shortcircuits,reandelectricshocks.Readtheinstructionscarefullyandstoretheminasafeplace.Makethisproduct available to third parties only together with its operating instructions. All company and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

• Operating instructions Up-to-date operating instructions Download the latest operating instructions via the link www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code. Follow the instructions on the website.21

5. Safety instructions

Read the operating instructions and safety information carefully. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this manual, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.

• This product is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not leave packaging material unattended, as it may become dangerous playing material for children.

• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture, ammablegases,vapoursandsolvents.

• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.

• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, stop using it and prevent unauthorized use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product: - is visibly damaged, - is no longer working properly, - has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or - has been subjected to any serious transport-related stress.

• Always handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height may damage the product.

• Pay attention to all additional safety information in the individual sections of these instructions.

• Always observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the product.

• Consult a technician if you are not sure how to use or connect the product.

• Maintenance,modicationsandrepairsmustbedonebyatechnicianoranauthorizedrepaircentre.

• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical support service or other technical personnel.

• The mains outlet must be close to the device and easily accessible.

• Never touch the mains plug with damp or wet hands, as this may cause a fatal electric shock!

• Ensure that the mains cable is not pinched, bent, damaged by sharp edges or otherwise subjected to mechanical stress. Avoid excessive thermal stress on the mains cable from extreme heat or cold. Do not modify the mains cable, as this may damage the interior components. A damaged mains cable can cause a fatal electric shock.22

• Do not touch the mains cable if it is damaged. First, switch off the appropriate mains socket (e.g. via the respective circuit-breaker and the RCD), and then carefully pull the mains plug from the mains socket. Never use the product if the mains cable is damaged.

• Alwaysreadtheseoperatinginstructionsbeforeusing,installing,conguringorservicingthisproduct.

• Never place objects containing liquid (e.g. glasses, buckets, vases or plants) on or directly next to the device. Liquids may seep into the casing and impair the electrical safety of the device. There is also theriskofareorafatalelectricshock.Isolatethemainssocket(e.g.switchoffthecircuitbreakerand RCD), and then disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Discontinue use and take the product to a specialist repair centre.

• Make sure the device is adequately ventilated when in use. Do not cover ventilation holes with maga- zines, table cloths, curtains or other objects.

• Donotplaceopenames(suchasburningcandles)onordirectlynexttothedevice.

• Do not operate the device when it is unattended.

• Only use the product in temperate climates. It is not suitable for use in tropical climates.

6. Features and functions

• Bluetooth interface for wireless music playback from your phone, tablet or computer

• USB interface for playback from a USB storage device

• Four gold-plated RCA inputs for connecting auxiliary audio devices

• High output power for crystal-clear sound

• Gold-plated speaker connections for speaker wires or banana plugs

• 6.3 mm headphone socket

• Premium casing with thick aluminium front panel23

7. Components and buttons

When selecting the setup location, take the room layout into consideration (e.g. location of the nearest socket). Avoid proximity to direct sunlight, vibrations, dust, hot and cold temperatures and dampness. The device must not be placed next to powerful transformers or motors. The device must be operated on a stable, level surface. There must be enough space around the device for air to circulate, otherwise heat will not dissipate properly. Only place the device on smooth, level surfaces (not carpets or other uneven surfaces). Do not cover the ventilation slots. Failure to observe these instructions may damage the device. Do not drill holes or screw extra screws into the device. This will damage the interior components and may cause a fatal electric shock. Ensure that the device is placed on a stable surface to prevent it from falling off and causing injury. The feet may leave marks on certain types of furniture. Do not place the device on top of valuable furniture without appropriate protection.

9. Inserting the batteries into the remote control

Theampliercanbecontrolledwirelesslyusingtheremotecontrol. Keep batteries out of the reach of children. Batteries must not be placed in household waste. Always ensure that batteries are inserted in the correct polarity. Remove the batteries when you do not plan to use the remote control for a prolonged period. Do not leave batteries lying around, as they constitute a choking hazard for children and pets. If swallowed, seek immediate medical advice. Batteriesmustnotbeshort-circuitedorthrownintoopenames.Donotattempttorechargenon-recharge- able batteries, as this may cause an explosion. When handling leaking or damaged batteries, always use suitable protective gloves to avoid burning your skin.

• Slide the battery compartment cover off the remote control.

• Insert two new 1.5 V AAA batteries into the battery compartment. Pay attention to the polarity markings on the bottom of the compartment.

• Slide the cover back onto the remote control.

• Replace the batteries when the range of the remote control deteriorates or the remote control ceases to function properly.

• Use alkaline batteries to ensure a longer battery life.

• Never mix old and new batteries or batteries from different manufacturers. Do not mix non-rechargeable batteries with rechargeable batteries.25

Ensurethatthemainsplugisdisconnectedbeforeconnectingtheamplier. Beforeconnecting,turnoffalldevicesthatyouwanttoconnecttotheamplier. a) Connecting the RCA inputs Only connect shielded RCA cables to the RCA inputs. Other cables may cause interference. To avoid distortion or mismatching, only connect devices with an RCA output. Connecting other types of devicemaydamagetheamplier. Suitable devices include DVD players, CD players, and other playback devices with a line-out connection. DonotconnectarecordplayertotheRCAinputswithoutusingaphonopreamplier.

• There are four RCA inputs for connecting audio devices.

• Connect the RCA outputs on your playback device (e.g. DVD player, CD player or tuner) to the DIGITAL INPUT sockets (10). The white RCA socket (“L”) should be connected to the left RCA output on the playback device (e.g. CD player). The red RCA socket (“R”) should be connected to the right RCA output on the playback device (e.g. CD player). b) Connecting speakers Two cables are required to connect each speaker. Ensure there are no sharp edges that may damage the cables. Ensurethatyourspeakershaveasufcientlyhighpowerrating(see“Technicaldata”). Connectthespeakersdirectlytotheamplier.Donotuseheadphoneadaptersordistributionboxes.Ifyou are not sure how to connect your speakers, contact a specialist. Check that all speakers are connected in the correct polarity (observe the plus and minus markings). Thisamplierhasbeendesignedforspeakerswithanimpedanceof4-8Ohms.Onlyconnectonespeaker to each output.

• You can connect banana plugs or stripped speaker wires (max. 2.5 mm in diameter).

• Ifyourspeakerscomewithbananaplugs,inserttheplugsintothespeakerconnectionsontheamplier.

• To attach speaker wires, unscrew the clamps slightly and insert the stripped ends of each wire. Tighten the clamps to secure the wires in place. To prevent a short circuit, ensure that the strands on the speaker wires are fully inserted into the clamps.

• Connect the right speaker to the “R” connection (12): Connect the positive pole of the right speaker to the “+” clamp. Connect the negative pole of the right speaker to the “-” clamp.

• Connect the left speaker to the “L” connection (12): Connect the positive pole of the left speaker to the “+” clamp. Connect the negative pole of the left speaker to the “-” clamp.26 c) Connecting headphones Theamplierfeaturesaheadphonesocket(2)forconnectingheadphones.

• Insert the jack plug on your headphones into the headphone socket (2).

• Ifthejackplugdoesnottintothesocket,useanadapter. The speakers are automatically disabled when headphones are connected.

11. Connecting the amplier to the mains

Themainssocketmustbeeasilyaccessiblesothattheampliercanbeeasilydisconnectedfromthe mains in the event of a fault. Makesurethatthevoltageindicatedontheampliercorrespondswithyourhouseholdmainsvoltage. Never attempt to operate the device with any other type of voltage. Do not let the mains cable come into contact with other cables. Exercise caution when handling mains cables and mains connections. Mains voltages can cause fatal electric shocks. Donotleavecableslyingaround;askanelectriciantolaythemproperlytopreventtheriskofanaccident.

• Insertthemainscableintothepower-insocket(13)ontheamplier.

• Insert the mains plug into a grounded mains socket.27

• To select the audio source, press the volume control wheel (8) or the MODE button (14) on the remote control. The selected audio source will be shown on the input indicator (4). Whenusingtheremotecontrol,pointthefrontoftheremotecontrolattheIRreceiver(9)ontheamplier. b) Playing music from a USB storage device TheamplierfeaturesaUSBinterface(3)thatcanplayaudiolesonUSBstoragedevices(see“Technicaldata”for detailsonsupportedleformats). Do not connect battery-operated MP3 players to the USB interface (3). The power provided by the USB interface (3) may charge the batteries and cause them to overheat or even explode. The USB interface supports USB storage devices with a capacity of up to 32 GB. The USB interface (3) only supports USB storage devices. Most MP3 players with a USB connection automaticallyswitchtoPCmodewhentheyareconnectedtotheamplier.Musicplaybackisnotpossible in this mode. SomeUSBstoragedevicesmaynotberecognizedbytheamplier. IfyourUSBstoragedeviceisnotrecognized,tryreconnectingittotheamplier.

• Insert your USB storage device into the USB interface (3).

• Hold down the button (5) on the remote control to rewind the current song.

• Press the button(7)ontheamplierorremotecontroltoskiptothenextsong.

• Hold down the button (7) on the remote control to fast-forward the current song.28 c) Bluetooth playback TheampliersupportsBluetooth,allowingyoutostreamaudiofromaBluetoothdevice.Beforestreaming audio,followtheinstructionsbelowtopairyouraudiodevicewiththeamplier. Pairing

• Press the volume control wheel (8) or the MODE button (14) on the remote control and set the audio input to BT.

• TheBTLEDontheaudioinputindicator(4)willashquickly,indicatingthattheamplierisnotpairedwitha Bluetooth device.

• Turn on your Bluetooth device and enable Bluetooth (refer to your device’s instruction manual for details).

• Search for nearby Bluetooth devices.

• Select “BT Speaker” from the list of available devices.

• Connectyourdevicetotheamplier.

• If you are prompted to enter a password, enter 0000.

• Oncethedeviceshavebeenpaired,theBTLED(4)ontheaudioinputindicatorwillstayconstant/ashslowly.

• Ifthedevicesfailedtopair,repeattheabovesteps.YoumayneedtodeletetheamplierfromthelistofBluetooth devices (refer to your device’s instruction manual for details). YoucanonlypaironeBluetoothwiththeamplieratanyonetime.Iftheamplierisalreadypairedwith another Bluetooth device, the existing connection must be disabled via the device’s Bluetooth menu. The Bluetooth connection will be interrupted if the devices move out of range, or if you switch off the am- plierand/orBluetoothdevice.Theconnectionwillbeautomaticallyre-establishedwhenthedevicesare switched on and within range. Ensure that you enable the automatic reconnection feature on your Bluetooth device, otherwise the Bluetooth connection will not be automatically re-established (refer to your device’s instruction manual for details). Playback

13. Maintenance and cleaning

Alwaysobservethefollowingsafetyinformationbeforecleaningorservicingtheamplier: Live components may be exposed when the case is opened or components are removed. The device must be disconnected from all power supplies before carrying out any servicing or repair work. Capacitors inside the device may still carry a voltage when they have been disconnected from the power supply. Repairworkmustonlybedonebyqualiedtechnicianswhoarefamiliarwiththepotentialhazardsandthe relevant regulations. a) Cleaning Never use aggressive detergents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions, as these could damage the housing or even impair the functioning of the product.

• Always disconnect the product from the power supply before cleaning it.

• Use a dry, lint-free cloth to clean the product. b) Replacing the fuse Ifyouneedtoreplacethefuse,onlyusefusesofthespeciedtypeandratedcurrent(see“Technicaldata”fordetails). Never attempt to bridge or repair the fuse holder.

• Unplug the mains plug from the mains socket and disconnect the mains cable from the power-in socket (13).

• Carefully remove the fuse holder and the defective fuse from the power-in socket (13) using a suitable screwdriver.

• Removethedefectivefuseandreplaceitwithanewfuseofthespeciedtype.

• Carefully push the fuse holder with the new fuse back into its position in the power-in socket (13).

• Once you have installed the new fuse, reconnect the device to the mains.30

• Never insert the mains plug into a mains socket immediately after the device has been moved from a cold to a warm environment. Condensation may form and damage the device. Allow the device to reach room temperature before connecting it. Wait until the condensation has evaporated.

• Neverunplugthemainsplugbypullingonthecable;alwaysusethegripsontheplug.

• Unplug the mains plug from the mains socket if you do not plan to use the device for an extended period of time.

• For safety reasons, unplug the mains plug from the mains socket during thunderstorms.

• Toensuresufcientventilation,donotcoverthedevice.Inaddition,aircirculationmustnotbeimpairedbyobjects such as magazines, table clothes and curtains.

Thisamplierisbuiltusingthelatesttechnologyandissafetouse.Ifyouencounteranyissues,followthetrouble- shooting steps below. Always follow the safety instructions! The amplier does not switch on

• The mains plug is not plugged into the mains socket.

• The mains cable is not connected to the power-in socket (13).

• The mains socket is switched off.

• The fuse is defective. There is no sound

• Your audio playback device is switched off.

• The wrong input was selected.

• The volume is set to minimum. There is no sound from one of the channels

• AnRCAcablewasdisconnectedfromthesourcedevice(e.g.DVDplayer)ortheamplierinput.

• One of the speaker wires has become loose. There is a humming sound

• One of the RCA cables is defective.31 The sound is distorted

• Thesignalreceivedbytheamplieristoostrong.

• The volume is too high. There is no bass

• One of the speakers is connected in the reverse polarity. Bluetooth playback is interrupted

• The devices are not within range (max. 30 m).

• Other devices are interfering with Bluetooth transmission. Move away from other wireless devices and devices that maycauseinterference(e.g.powerfulelectricmotors,uorescentlampsandmicrowaves). No Bluetooth playback

• The volume on your Bluetooth device is set to minimum.

• The Bluetooth connection was interrupted. Re-establish the connection and try again.

• The devices are not within range (max. 30 m). Any repair work other than that described above must be carried out by an authorized specialist.

a) Product Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in household waste. Always dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations. Remove any inserted batteries from the remote control and dispose of them separately from the product. b) Batteries You as the end user are required by law to return all used batteries. They must not be placed in household waste. Batteries that contain hazardous substances are labelled with this symbol to indicate that disposal in do- mestic waste is forbidden. The abbreviations for heavy metals in batteries are: Cd = Cadmium, Hg = Mercury, Pb = Lead (shown on batteries, e.g. below the trash icon on the left). Used batteries can be returned to local collection points, our stores or battery retailers. Youthusfullyourstatutoryobligationsandcontributetotheprotectionoftheenvironment.32