Reference 5 K WBT-Edition - Pregnant CANTON - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	High-end floorstanding speaker
Dimensions (W x H x D)	12" x 42.4" x 12.5" (305 x 1077 x 318 mm)
Weight	37 kg (81.6 lbs)
Power Handling (Nominal/Music)	280/460 watts
Impedance	4.8 ohms
Frequency Response	20...40,500 Hz
Sensitivity (SPL)	85.5 dB
Woofer	2 x 200 mm (8") ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
Midrange	1 x 180 mm (7") TCC ceramic-tungsten cone with wave surround
Tweeter	1 x 25 mm (1") aluminum-ceramic-oxyd dome
Crossover Frequency	220 Hz / 3,000 Hz
Enclosure Type	2-chamber bass reflex system with integrated Bass-Guide®
Bi-wiring/Bi-amping Terminal	Gold-plated, with jumpers for normal operation
Adjustable Feet	Four adjustable spikes for leveling and decoupling
Grill	Fabric grill with magnetic mount
Finishes	Black lacquer "Piano-finish", White lacquer "Piano-finish", Cherry veneer "Piano-finish"
Maintenance	Use a soft, dry cloth; avoid moisture, direct sunlight, extreme cold, and aggressive cleaning agents
Safety	Floorstanding speakers have a high center of gravity; ensure stable placement to prevent tipping

Frequently Asked Questions - Reference 5 K WBT-Edition CANTON

What is the recommended break-in period for the Reference 5 K?

The speakers require a running-in period of approximately 15-20 hours of operation to reach maximum efficiency. During this time, the mechanical parts settle and sound quality improves.

How should I position the Reference 5 K for optimal sound?

Place the speakers at least 20 cm (7.9 inches) to 1 meter (3 feet) from the wall and angle them 0° to 5° inward. The stereo triangle (equilateral triangle between speakers and listening position) is a good guideline.

Can I bi-wire or bi-amp the Reference 5 K?

Yes, the speaker has a gold-plated bi-wiring/bi-amping terminal. Remove the factory-installed jumper cables for bi-wiring or bi-amping mode. Ensure the amplifier is switched off before making connections.

How do I adjust the tweeter and midrange levels?

The Reference 5 K does not have adjustable tweeter and midrange controls (available on Reference 1 K and 3 K). The crossover is fixed for optimal performance.

What cleaning methods are recommended for the speakers?

Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid moisture, direct sunlight, extreme cold, and aggressive alcohol-based or abrasive cleaners. Do not open the housing.

What amplifier power is suitable for the Reference 5 K?

The speakers can handle amplifiers up to 460 watts (music power). Even higher power is acceptable, but avoid underpowered amplifiers that cause clipping, which can damage the tweeters.

What is the purpose of the adjustable feet?

The four adjustable spikes allow you to level the speaker on uneven floors and decouple it from the ground, reducing vibrations and improving sound clarity.

How do I connect the speakers to my amplifier?

Switch off the amplifier. Connect the speaker cable to the binding posts: red to positive (+) and black to negative (-) on both speaker and amplifier. Ensure correct polarity for both channels to avoid sound distortion.

What is the Bass-Guide® technology?

The Bass-Guide® is an integrated waveguide in the speaker base that optimizes bass reflex port performance, allowing more flexible room placement and reducing turbulence for cleaner bass.

What is the warranty period and how can I extend it?

Canton offers a 4-year guarantee (2 years for active speakers). For Reference speakers, register online at reference.canton.de/de/registration.htm within the warranty period to extend coverage from 5 to 10 years.

USER MANUAL Reference 5 K WBT-Edition CANTON

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Reference 1 K

Reference 5 K

Reference 50 K Center

Welcome to the Canton family

Dear customer,

thank you for the trust you have invested in our products by purchasing these loudspeakers. You have chosen a high quality loudspeaker system, showing that you attach great importance to best workmanship and sound reproduction quality. With the Reference K we have developed a loudspeaker that sets new standards in its class.

Every detail is meticulously thoughtout and all speaker components represent the utmost in acoustic and technical quality, guaranteeing maximum listening pleasure and long service life. The physical properties and materials of all speaker drivers have been optimized to reflect the latest state of the art. Thanks to special simulation software, a previously unattainable degree of perfection has been achieved. Integrated in the development process were calculations of effects resulting from changes in geometry and materials.

Please read this owners manual carefully before setting up the loudspeakers. It will help you to optimize the performance of your system. Canton maintains a network of dedicated distributors in over 50 countries who will be able to help you should you have any problems your dealer cannot resolve.

We at Canton wish you lots of pleasure and enjoyment with your new Canton speakers.

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Contents

Maintenance Page 24

General instructions for operation Page 25

Running-in period Page 25

Connecting the speakers Page 26

Bi-wiring/bi-amping-terminal Page 27

Connector terminal Reference 1 K and 3 K Page 28

Positioning the speakers Page 30

Technical details Page 31

Cultivated refinement Page 34

Technical data Page 36

Guarantee/Onlineregistration

Maintenance

To enjoy your Canton loudspeakers as long, as possible you have to consider the following:

Choose a level surface Avoid moisture Avoid vibrations

Avoid direct sunlight

Protect against extreme cold

Do not open the housing

Keep away from heat sources

Do not use aggressive alcohol-based or abrasive cleaning agents

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General instructions for operation

Canton loudspeakers are suitable for operation with amplifiers producing large power output, even if the amplifier power output is greater than the load ratings specified in the technical data for the Canton loudspeakers. Infact loudspeakers are more endangered by amplifiers with weak output power because the socialised "clipping distortion" they produce when attempting to produce more sound pressure by turning-up the volume and tone controls boosts the mean power especially in the tweezers of the speaker boxes and may destroy the tweezers. Therefore please pay attention not to set volume levels leading to distortion - turn down the volume level directly when necessary.

Caution:

Floorstanding speakers have a high center of gravity and may become unstable if rocked or improperly positioned. Customer is responsible to prevent any accident.

Running-in period

To reach its maximum efficiency a loudspeaker needs a running-in period of approx. 15-20 operation hours. In this time the characteristics of all mechanical parts change until they reach the values specified during the development of the loudspeaker, i.e. the suspension of the chassis is affected more mobile and the rendition quality positively.

Connecting the speakers

You will find the connector terminal on the rear of your Canton speakers. This terminal is provided for connecting the Canton speakers to the amplifier. Important!

Make sure that the polarity is correct. Plus to plus and minus to minus. In order to make it easier to distinguish plus (+) from minus (-) the screwclamps on the back of the loudspeaker (plus = red, minus = black) as well as the screwclamps of your amplifier or receiver differ in color or are marked with a symbol. Also the two conductors of the loudspeaker cable differ in color, form or marking. Different polarity between the left and the right channel lead to sound falsifications.

For a better understanding please check the operating instructions of your controller.

Important!

Switch-off your amplifier before connecting the speakers to it.

Bi-wiring/bi-amping-terminal

The loudspeakers of The Reference X series are equipped such that you can connect the tweeter/midrange chassis and the woofer chassis separately to two respective amplifiers (bi-amping), or at least via two separate connecting cables (bi-wiring). For this purpose these speakers are filled with a dual terminal set. The upper pair of sockets is intended for the treble/midrange frequencies, and the bottom pair for bass frequencies. These two terminal pairs have been linked with jumpers in the factory for normal operation with a single connecting cable.

Remove the jumpercables for bi-wiring operating mode and bi-amping operating mode, otherwise the connected amplifiers might be damaged. For this purpose, release the terminal screws and remove the jumpercables.

Bi-wiring Bi-amping

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Connector terminal Reference 1 K and 3 K

To eliminate interference as much as possible, the crossovers in Reference loudspeakers are split into high/midrange and bass units and physically separated. The high-quality internal wiring with a gold-plated bi-wiring/bi-amping terminal ensures optimal signal transmission.

In addition, tweeter and midrange adjustment makes it possible for the Reference 1 K and 3 K to be perfectly attuned to the acoustic conditions in the room where it is positioned. You can adjust the midrange or the tweeter by changing the position of the metal bridges. Therefore loosen the screws and move the metal bridges in the desired position.

By rising or lowering the midrange level the balance of the sound reproduction can be optimize. Voices should sound natural and feel real.

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Positioning the speakers

The Reference needs a wall distance from 20 centimeter (7.9 inch) to 1 meter (3 feet) and an angle of 0° to 5° inwards. Decide for yourself which position pleases you best.

The "stered Triangle" is a good rule of guidance for optimum positioning of your new Canton speakers (Fig. 1). This means that the best performance is usually obtained when the two speakers and your favourite listening position lies at the corners of an equilateral triangle. For decoupling the speakers from the licor your Reference K are provided with adjustable feet (Fig. 2). Those can be screwed in the tapped holes in the base plate. Self-adhesive rubber pads can be used in addition if desired (Fig. 3).

Responsible for the system's exceptional acoustic perfection are the use of top-quality electronic components and the innovative design of the crossover network. To suppress feedback effects, the crossover network has been mounted so as to be insulated against vibrations.

Premium-quality components are used exclusively. Likewise integrated into the crossover network is the DC technology developed by Canton, which suppresses subsonic vibrations of the woofer and delivers bass lones that are perceptibly lauler and more precise.

The cabinets of the Reference IC series have a complex design, formed from multiple layers of wood, glued together with heat and pressure. This multilayer sandwich construction creates a very stiff cabinet, preventing unwanted cabinet resonance.

The heart of the Reference tweeter is the shape optimized cone made out of aluminum-oxycd-ceramic. Centered in the Tweeter's transmission front plate, Canton is significantly improving tweeter performance. The new integrated waveguide extends the useable frequency bandwidth to 40,000 Hz. The extended frequency response is particularly beneficial with high-resolution formats such as SACD and DVD-Audio.

The cone of the midrange driver has a also special shape (Triple Curved Cone) and is anodized. Material resonances, which lead inevitably to a higher distortion factor, are almost completely eliminated thereby.

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Reference 1 K crossover

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Canton's new developed wave surround is used with the Reference midrange and woofer systems. This unique, multi-curved wave shape doubles the excursion capabilities and reduces resonance of our midrange and woofers for better frequency response and higher output levels – with lower distortion.

In addition to cutting edge technology, the Reference features a modern design, with the finest materials and first-class craftsmanship of the enclosure documenting Canton's perfectionist credentials.

The Reference K excels on its natural and utterly authentic acoustic image. A vital factor for balance of the sound image is the harmonious symbiosis of transparent highs, lively midranges and an absolutely precise, impressive bass.

Also characteristic of this high-end speaker is that the bass range retains its contour even at extreme listening levels with no signs of distortion whatsoever, right down into the lowest frequencies.

Midrange system Bass-Guide

The triple-curved cone membrane of the midrange speaker with its ceramic-tungsten structure represents an optimum design standard. Together with the new, triple-dFolded wave surround, it gives extreme rigidity and excellent balance in terms of the swing-in and swing-out behaviour through to the highest frequencies.

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The perfect isolation of the cabinet from its base and the down-firing design of the bass reflex port in combination with the new Bass-Guide ^® make the loudspeaker very versatile when it comes to room placement.

Dispersion Innovative woofer

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With the aid of computer simulations, the tweeler dispersion is improved with the precise shaping of the transmission front plate.

The ceramic-lungsten cone, motor system and the wave surround of the reference woofers are totally new. This technology offers considerable advantages over conventional membrane suspensions. These new drivers offer higher output levels at even lower levels of distortion.

Cultivated refinement

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*Always room for improvement* is more than just a cliche for us - it is the consistent transformation of pure music. We want to offer our customers the very best at all stages.

To do this, our experienced development learn uses the most technologically advanced simulation technologies and measuring systems. We use our anechoic chamber to put our ideas to the acid test.

Music is more than a combination of sounds and audio. It is a complete work with its own distinct character – created for the moment.

Technology has made it possible to record and replay music in many formats, but the true character and magic of music is often overlooked.

The loudspeakers in the Reference K series restore some of music's magic, bringing you closer to a live experience – goose bumps and all.

The design of loudspeakers crosses many borders. They operate in electronic, mechanical and acoustic dimensions, as well as meet visual requirements. The process involved in developing the Reference K loudspeakers was initially analytical. Using computer simulations and scientific analysis, each individual component was isolated, examined and optimized for overall performance.

The result produced a prototype. Then the process of fine tuning began. Counless test listening sessions were held, and necessary adjustments to components were made until the loudspeakers were able to stand up to rigorous scrutiny.

The cabinet design of the loudspeakers was also developed at the same time. The Reference K series requires compatible cabinet design as well as stateof-the-art production procedures, some of which are used in the manufacturing of instruments.

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Technical data

Reference 1 K

Midrange: 180 mm (7°) TCC ceramic-tungsten cone with wave surround
- Tweeter: 25 mm (1") aluminium-ceramic-oxyd dome vibration-damped
- Woofer: 2 x 310 mm (12") ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
- Enclosure: 3-chamber system in asymmetric design
- Loudspeaker base with Integrated Bass-Guide ^™ and 4 adjustable feet

Designed as	High-end flooring speaker
Engineering principle	2 way, bass steel system
Nominal/Music Power Handling	500/500 watts
SPL	89.5 dB
Frequency Response	18..40,000 Hz
Crossover Frequency	180/5,000 Hz
Impedance	4.8 ohms
Wooler	2 x 310 cm (12"), ceramic tungsten membrane (wave surround)
TCC-Midrange	1 x 180 cm (7"), ceramic-tungsten membrane (wave surround + TCC Technology)
Tweeter	1 x 25 mm (1"). aluminum-ceramic-oxyl oxide
Dimensions (WxHxD)	18.9" x 49.2" x 27.2"
Weight	134 kg
Enclosure finish	Slack tequer, "Flaro-finish" White tapeur, "Flaro cloth"
Special features	gold plated to wiring/in ramping terminal, heater and midrange adjustment, high-end cable system, spread/tase with integrated bass-Gauge® fabric gilt with magnetic mount, adjustable spikes

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Reference 3 K

Midrange: 180 mm (7°) TCC ceramic-tungsten cono with wave surround
■ - Tweeter: 25 mm (1")
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dome vibration-camped
- Woofer: 2 x 220 mm (10") ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
- Enclosure: 3-chamber system in asymmetric design
- Loudspeaker base with integrated Bass-Guide™ and 4 adjustable feet

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Designed as	High-end flooring speaker
Engineering principle	2 way, bass reflex system
Nominal/Music Power Handling	350/600 walls
SPL	89 dB
Frequency Response	18...40/100 Hz
Crossover Frequency	200/3,000 Hz
Impedance	4.8 ohms
Wooler	2 x 220 mm (9"), ceramic-tungsten membrane (wave surround)
TCC-Mildrange	1 x 180 mm (7"), ceramic-tungsten membrane (wave surround + TCC Technology)
Tweeter	1 x 25 mm (7"), aluminum-ceramic-oxyl alone
Dimensions (WxHxD)	13" x 46.3" x 19.3"
Weight	56 kg
Enclosure finish	Black liquor, "Piano-finish" White liquor, "Piano finish"
Special features	gold plated 61 wiring/in pumping term rail, breeder and midrange adjustment, high-end cable system, prekendase with integrated glass-Glulide®, fabric gail with magnetic mould, adjustable spikes

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Reference 5 K

Midrange: 180 mm (7°) TCC ceramic-tungsten cone with wave surround
- Tweeter: 25 mm (1") aluminium-ceramic-oxyd dome vibration-damped
- Woofer: 2 x 200 mm (8") ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
- Enclosure: 2-chamber system in asymmetric design
- Loudspeaker base with Integrated Bass-Guide ^™ and 4 adjustable feet

Designed as	High-end flooring speaker
Engineering principle	2 way, bass coffee system
Nominal/Music Power Handling	280/460 watts
SPL	85.5 dB
Frequency Response	20... 40,500 Hz
Crossover Frequency	220/3,000 Hz
Impedance	4 .8 ohms
Wooler	2 x 200 mm (2"), acetic lungsten membrane (wave surround)
TCC-Midrange	1 x 180 mm (7"), acetic lungsten membrane (wave surround + TCC-Tecno-tology)
Tweeter	1 x 25 mm (7"), aluminum-ceramic-oxid alone
Dimensions (WxHxD)	12" x 42.4" x 12.5"
Weight	37 kg
Enclosure finish	Slack tequer. "Piano-finish" White basque. "Piano finish" Cherry voucher "Piano finish"
Special features	gold-plated 6'-wiring/bi-amping terminal, high-end cable system, speakerbase with integrated Bass-Garden®, fibre grill with magnetic cloud, adjustable spikes

Reference 7 K

Midrange: 180 mm (7°) TCC ceramic-tungsten cono with wave surround
■ - Tweeter: 25 mm (1*) aluminium-ceramic-oxyd dome vibration-damped
- Woofer: 2 x 180 mm (7") ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
- Enclosure: 2-chamber system in asymmetric design
- Loudspeaker base with integrated Bass-Guide™ and 4 adjustable feet

Designed as	High-end flooring speaker
Engineering principle	3 way, bass reflex system
Nominal/Music Power Handling	170/340 Wall
SPL	88.5 dB
Frequency Response	22...40 100 Hz
Crossover Frequency	220/3,000 Hz
Impedance	4.8 inches
Wooler	2 x 180 cm (7"), acetic lungdon membrane (wave surround)
TCC-Midrange	1 x 190 cm (7"), acetic-tungsten membrane (wave surround + TCC Technology)
Tweeter	1 x 25 mm (7"), aluminium-ceramic-oxid alone
Dimensions (WxHxD)	17.4" x 19.4" x 16.6"
Weight	23 kg
Enclosure finish	Slack taquer, "Piano-finish" White tapeur, "Piano finish" Cherry veneer "Piano finish"
Special features	gold-plated by-wiring-by-amping terminal, high-end cable system, speakerbase with integrated Bass-Guide®; fating grill with magnetic mound, adjustable soites

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Reference 9 K

• Tweeler: 25 mm (1") aluminium-ceramic-oxyd dome vibration-damped
• Woofer: 180 mm (7°) ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
• Enclosure: 1-chamber system
• Optional available loudspeaker stand

Designed as	High-end compact speaker
Engineering principle	7 way, bass steel system
Nominal/Music Power Handling	120/200 watts
SPL	N × 4h
Frequency Response	26...40,000 Hz
Crossover Frequency	3,000 Hz
Impedance	4.8 ohms
Wooler	1 x 180 cm (7 ), ceramic tungsten membrane (wave surround)
Tweater	1 x 25 mm (7 ), aluminum-organic-oxid dome
Dimensions (WxHxD)	9.8" x 15.7" x 15"
Weight	14 kg
Enclosure finish	Black liquor, "Plano finish"White liquor, "Plano finish"Cherry voucher, "Plano finish"
Available accessories	LS 650
Special features	gold plated to varying an amping term not high end cable system, fabric pull with magpiec mount, adjustable spikes

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Reference 50 K Center

• Tweeter: 25 mm (1") aluminium-ceramic-oxyd dome vibration-damped
• Midrange: 180 mm (7°) TCC ceramic-tungsten cone with wave surround
• Woofer: 180 mm (7°) ceramic-tungsten membrane with wave surround
• Enclosure:1-chambersystem
• Optional available loudspeaker stand

Designed as	High-end center speaker
Engineering principle	3 way, bass niflex system
Nominal/Music Power Handling	120/200 walls
SPL	87 oh
Frequency Response	26...40,000 Hz
Crossover Frequency	3,000 Hz
Impedance	4.8 ohms
Wooler	1 x 180 mm (7"), ceramic longsten membrane (wave surround)
TCC-Midrange	1 x 180 mm (7"), ceramic-tungsten membrane (wave surround + TCC Technology)
Twixter	1 x 25 mm (7"), aluminum-ceramic-oryd dome
Dimensions (WxHxD)	27.6" x 8.7" x 13.8"
Weight	16.5 kg
Enclosure finish	Black tape: "Nano-finish"White tape: "Nano-flower"Cherry voucher "Plaza-finish"
Available accessories	15 GS0

Special features gold-plated bi-writing/bi-ampling terminal, high-end cable system, fabric grill with magnetic mount, adjustable spikes

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GARANTIE

Abroad and intended the legally prescribed warranty, ordered Counteriffs a guarantee of four years or all to purchase leadholders. A low-year guarantee is utilized for active speakers and publicly active books. The guarantee protected begins at the time of purchase and only applies to the purchase. Guarantee does not only be accepted if accompanied by the original packaging, the guarantee does not contain damage amounts in trust or damages caused by improper use. The guarantee is not extended if prices are exchanged with the period covered by the guarantee. He applies to all leadmakers purchased from an authorized Counteriffs in the event of carriage price contract your dealer on the Counter Service department, direct.

ONLINEREGISTRATION

To extend the warranty of your Reference speakers from five to ten years, you have to registration through our website. Please enter the following website at your internet browser and follow the instructions reference.canton.de/de/registration.htm

Alteniari

The online registration is only available for the following models. Reference 1 K, Reference 3 K, Reference 5 K, Reference 7 K, Reference 9 K, Reference 10 K Center