Teufel Concept C 300 WL Technical Description And Operating Instructions

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Technical description and operating instructions
Concept C 300 WL
The 2.1 set with USB soundcard and wireless transmission from the PC
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Contents
Notice .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Original packaging ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Complaints .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Contact ........................................................................................................................................................ 3
Warrant y conditions ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Returns ......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Proper use ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Signal symbols .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Safety notes .................................................................................................................................................. 4
Overview ......................................................................................................................................................................6
Check to be sure ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Controls and connections ...............................................................................................................................................7
Setup and connection ....................................................................................................................................................8
Setup location ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Connecting the satellites 8
RCA input ..................................................................................................................................................... 9
USB soundcard with wireless transmission ......................................................................................................... 9
Inserting batteries .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Connecting to a power supply ....................................................................................................................... 10
Basic functions .............................................................................................................................................................10
Activating and deactivating .......................................................................................................................... 10
Selecting a source........................................................................................................................................ 10
Adjusting the volume .................................................................................................................................... 10
Adjusting the bass level 10
Care and cleaning .......................................................................................................................................................11
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................................................11
Protecting the environment ..........................................................................................................................................12
Batteries and rechargeable batteries ...............................................................................................................12
Disposal of the unit........................................................................................................................................12
Technical data .............................................................................................................................................................12
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General notes and information
Notice
The information in this document may be changed with­out prior notice and in no way constitutes any liability on the part of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH. No part of these instructions may be reproduced in any form or be broadcasted in any way electronically, me­chanically, by photocopy or recording without the written permission of Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH.
© Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH Version 1.0 April 2009
Original packaging
In case you choose to take advantage of the eight week right of return you must keep the packaging. We can only accept loudspeaker returns WITH THE ORIGINAL PACKAG ING. Empty boxes are not available!
Complaints
In case of complaint we will need the following informa­tion to process your enquiry:
1. Invoice number
Can be found on the sales slip (enclosed with the product) or on the order confi rmation received as a PDF document, e. g. 4322543
2. Serial number and/or batch number
Can be found on the rear of the unit, e. g. Batch No: CO 04007480121A
Many thanks for your support!
Contact
For questions, suggestions or any other issues please contact our customer service department: Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH Gewerbehof Buelowbogen · Buelowstrasse 66 10783 Berlin (Germany)
Tel.: 00800 - 200 300 40 (free of charge) Fax: +49 (0)30 - 300 930 930 www.teufelaudio.com
Warranty conditions
12 year warranty for loudspeakers and 2 year warranty for amplifi ers and electronics from date of purchase. Covers materials and workmanship, excludes damage caused by improper use or electrical or mechanical overload. Proof of warranty is the original of our invoice. This warranty applies solely to loudspeakers, amplifi ers and electronics purchased from Teufel by an end user for private use. The warranty is not valid for loudspeakers,
amplifi ers and electronics which pass to an end user via a third party merchant. In the case of a private re-sale of Teufel products the warranty may be transferred to the purchaser as long as the original proof of purchase is also passed on to the purchaser.
Returns
Teufel provides the right to exchange or return within eight weeks with refund of the purchase price paid. Return of individual components sold as a package is only possible if these components are also sold individu­ally by Lautsprecher Teufel. In the case of the return of one or more individual components the package price reduction offered by Lautsprecher Teufel on all com­ponents in a package no longer applies. The amount refunded to the customer for the components returned will therefore only be the difference between the package price and the purchase price of the individual parts. The economic result for the customer is that it is as if he/she had originally bought the remaining components at their individual prices.
Further information on the subject of returns may be found on the back of the returns form enclosed with the order or online in the support area of our website www. teufelaudio.com
If you need to return your goods please do not act with­out fi rst speaking to Lautsprecher Teufel. We can only process or accept your returns if you give us prior notifi cation by telephone and discuss how to proceed!
Proper use
Only use the unit as described in these instructions. Any other use will be deemed as not in accordance with the instructions and may lead to damage to property or even persons. The manufacturer accepts no liability for dam­age caused by use not in accordance with the instruc­tions. The unit is intended for private use.
Before operating the unit for the fi rst time please read the safety notes and operating instructions
carefully. This is the only way to use all functions safely and reliably. Keep the operating instructions safe and pass them on to anyone who may own the unit after you.
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Safety notes
Signal symbols
You will fi nd the following signal symbols in these instruc­tions :
Danger
Attention
High risk !
Failure to observe the warning may result in injury or death.
Moderate risk !
Failure to observe the warning may result in damage to property .
Minor risk!
Points to observe when handling the unit.
Safety notes
Danger
• The unit is only suitable for mains voltage of 220 V–
• If the unit’s case or mains cable is defective or shows
• If the unit emits smoke or smells of burning or other
• The standby button does not disconnect the unit from
• Never open the unit case.
• Do not insert any object through the vent slots in the
• Only use the unit in indoor areas.
• Do not operate the unit in damp areas and protect it
• Never touch the plug with damp hands.
• Check the unit regularly for damage.
Risk of electric shock!
Faulty electrical installation or excess mains voltage may result in an electric shock.
240 V ~/50 Hz.
other signs of visible damage, disconnect it immedi­ately from the power supply and do not operate it.
unusual odours, disconnect it immediately from the power supply and do not operate it.
the power supply. Plug the unit into an easily acces­sible socket so that it can be quickly disconnected in case of a fault.
Repairs may only be carried out by an authorised specialist workshop. Only use parts which conform with the original unit specifi cations. There are electrical and mechanical parts in this unit which are essential in order to avoid exposure to sources of danger.
case.
from drops of water or splash water. Also take care not to stand vases or other containers of liquid on or near the unit in order to avoid liquid getting into the case. If water or other should enter the case, disconnect it immediately from the mains power supply and remove any batteries. Send the unit to our service address.
foreign bodies
Danger
• Do not allow children to play with the unit or the pack-
• Ensure that children do not remove small parts from
• Never allow children to operate electrical devices
Danger
has been set to maximum volume, very high noise pres­sure may be produced. This may also have psychological consequences as well as cause physical injury. Children and pets are particularly at risk.
• Set your signal source unit volume control to a low
• When the volume is set high, always keep a certain
• To avoid damage to health, avoid extended listening at
Danger
• Do not allow battery acid to come into contact with
Danger
• Never attempt to recharge lithium batteries.
• Only use batteries of the same or equivalent type.
• Do not heat or short circuit batteries or rechargeable
Danger to children!
Children can become trapped in the packing fi lm when playing and suffocate.
ing fi lm. Danger of suffocation.
the unit (e. g. remote control battery, buttons or plug adapters). They could swallow the parts and choke. If a battery is swallowed, take the child to a doctor immediately.
unsupervised.
Danger to hearing!
Loud noise may lead to hearing loss. Particularly when a subwoofer is activated and
setting.
distance from the unit and never place your ear di­rectly on the speaker.
high volume.
Danger of chemical burns!
Leaking battery acid may lead to chemical burns.
skin, eyes or mucus membranes. In case of contact with acid rinse the affected part immediately with plenty of plain water and if necessary see a doctor.
Danger of explosion!
Lithium batteries can explode if handled im­properly.
batteries and do not dispose them of by burning. Do not leave batteries or rechargeable batteries in direct sunlight.
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Danger
Danger of injury/damage!
Incorrect location may result in damage.
• Never use the unit unsecured in a vehicle, on an unstable surface, on wobbly stands or furniture, with undersized wall fi xings etc. The speakers could fall down or fall over and be damaged or cause injury.
• Place the speakers in such a way that they cannot be knocked over unseen and make sure that the cables do not pose a trip hazard.
• Ensure that wall mounting is carried out by a profes­sional.
• Do not place the unit near sources of heat (e. g. heat-
ers, ovens, other heat generating equipment such as amplifi ers etc.)
Attention
Fire hazard!
Improper use may lead to damage or fi re.
• Do not place open fl ames such as burning
candles or similar on the unit.
• Ensure suffi cient ventilation.
• Do not place the unit in direct sunlight.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots with curtains, cloths, newspapers or similar. Heat build-up inside the unit can shorten the lifetime of the unit.
Attention
Risk of damage!
Power overload due to lightning strike may damage or destroy the unit.
• If the unit is to be left unsupervised for a long period
(e. g. during a holiday), or if a thunderstorm is fore­cast, disconnect it from the mains power supply.
• Leaked batteries may damage the remote control.
• In case of prolonged absence remove the batteries from the remote control.
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Overview
Product Contents
1 x subwoofer 2 x satellite speaker 2 x table stand for satellite 1 x mains cord 1 x remote cont rol 1 x antenna 1 x USB transmitt er 2 x screw for table stand 3 x battery Micro/AAA for remote control 1 x USB ext ension cord
Check to be sure
• Check that all items have been delivered and that noth­ing is damaged.
• If the delivery is incomplete or you fi nd damage sus­tained in transit, do not operate the unit but contact our service department (see page 3).
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Speaker cord
Based on differing customer requirements, the
Concept C series is shipped without a connec­tor cable for the satellite speakers. You can e. g. fi nd suitable cables in our webshop (www.teufelaudio.com) in the “Accessories” area. You can also purchase extra stands for your satellite speakers there as well as other accessories.
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Controls and connections
Front
Back
Pos Name Description
1Standby
1
2
3
4
5
6
2– Bass speaker 3– Refl ex opening
Pos Name Description
4AUX IN
5 2.4 GHz ANT Connector jack for antenna f
SPEAKER
6
OUT 7Power Mains switch 8– Connector jack for mains cord d
Switch the unit on or to standby mode
RCA jacks for connecting to an audio source
Connector jacks for satellite speakers b
Satellites
Remote control
10
11
12
13 14
15
7 8
Pos Name Description
9
9– Opening for wall mounting
10 –
11 Connector jacks
Pos Name Description
12
13 Bass Adjust the bass level
14 Input
15 +/– Increase (+)/decrease (–) volume
Threaded bushing for table stand
c
Switch the unit on or to standby mode
Select input signal between the wireless transmission and cord
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Setup and connection
Setup location
• Preferably, the room, where you plan to use a Con­cept C 300 WL, should not be larger than 25 sqm.
• Select a stable, level base.
• Make sure that the environment is clean and free from dust.
• Avoid placing the unit close to sources of heat or in direct sunlight.
• Arrange the connecting cables so that they do not pose a trip hazard.
• Do not place any heavy objects on top of the cables or units.
Subwoofer
In general, you can position the subwoofer anywhere on the fl oor in the room. Positioning the subwoofer between the two front satellites is often benefi cial. However, it is not absolutely necessary that it be situated between the satellite speakers as our ears are not capable of directly locating the source of bass tones. There should be at least 30 cm of space in front of the bass speaker 2 and the refl ex opening 3 as consider­able air movement is produced around these openings at higher volumes.
Satellite speakers
For the best possible sound quality, you should
• set up the left and right speaker at equal distances from your preferred sitting position;
• set up the speakers at ear level;
• position the speakers on a shelf so that their front panel is fl ush with the front edge of the shelf;
• do not cover the speakers with fabrics or objects.
Wall mounting
You will need the following materials for wall mounting:
• one screw for each speaker, 4 x 40 mm (screw head = ø 9 mm)
• for rock walls, one dowel for each speaker (ø 5 mm)
Danger
• The speakers may only be mounted on the wall by
• The unit may only be mounted on a suitable, solid wall.
• Ensure that no cords or pipes are located at the desired
Drive the screw into the wall and hang the speaker with the mounting hole 9 on the screw.
Danger of damage and electric shock!
Proceed with care when mounting the unit on the wall and follow the instructions below.
properly qualifi ed persons.
If mounting on plasterboard walls special dowels or fi x­ings may be required. Seek the advice of an expert.
mounting point. Before drilling and tightening the screws, check the applicable areas with a metal detec­tor.
Connecting the satellites
To connect the satellite speakers, use high-quality, two­core speaker cable with a diameter of at least 1.5 mm and if possible, a banana plug for the subwoofer. You can order them both as a set in our webshop (www. teufelaudio.com) in the “Accessories” area.
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You can set up the satellite speakers using the stands included in the product contents or mount them directly on the wall.
Table stand assembly
Insert the screw through the top hole of the table stand and turn the screw into the threaded bushing 10 on the back of the speaker. Do not over tighten the screw. The connectors of the speaker cord are now covered by the table stand – to connect them later on, loosen the screw somewhat and turn the table stand to the side.
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1111
The connector terminals 6 “SPEAKER OUT” for the right (“Right ”) and left (“Left ”) speakers are located on the back of the subwoofer.
The connector terminals 11 are located on the back of the satellite speakers.
The terminals are marked in red (+) and black (-) respec­tively.
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Observe the correct polarity!
Connect the like-coloured terminals with one
another. Otherwise, the sound quality will suffer. The cores of the speaker cable are marked with different colours or shapes.
Split the cables down to approximately 30 mm on both ends and strip approximately 10 mm of insulation on the respective cores. Twist the cables so that no cores are protruding.
Push down the lever for the connector terminal 11 on the satellites and insert the stripped cable end into the open­ing below the respective connector terminal. The cable is clamped in place when the lever is released.
If you use banana plugs, screw the cord into place on the plug (see instructions for the banana plug) and insert the plug into the jack of the connector terminal 6 on the subwoofer.
If you don’t use any banana plugs, turn the connector terminal 6 counterclockwise. Insert the stripped cable end into the hole that is now visible. Turn the terminal clock­wise. This will clamp the cable in place.
RCA input
USB soundcard with wireless transmission
The enclosed USB sound card can be used under Win­dows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OS X without having to install any drivers. The range of the wireless transmission amounts to approximately 20 meters; walls and furnishings may reduce the range.
To use the soundcard, screw the antenna  onto the jack 5 “2.4 GHz ANT”.
You can connect almost any audio source to the RCA jacks 4 “AUX IN” such as a computer, MP3 player (with/ without dock), video game system, television etc. The source device only needs an output with line level. Such outputs are confi gured either as stereo RCA jacks or as a 3.5 mm jack plug. Connect such devices to the jacks 4 “AUX IN” using a corresponding connector cable. You can purchase such cables in our webshop (www.teufelau­dio.com) in the “Accessories” area.
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After connecting to a USB port on a computer, the soundcard is available in the sound output control as a “Wireless Player”.
Inserting batteries
The wireless remote control e is powered by 3 type Mi- cro/AAA batteries. They are part of the product contents. In order to insert and/or change the batteries, push down the clip on the battery compartment on the back of the remote control, open the compartment and remove the cover. If necessary, take out the empty batteries (please observe the notes on page 12). Insert the batteries in the battery compartment as shown in the fi gure. Put the cover back on the compartment and push it closed.
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Connecting to a power supply
• Ensure that the mains switch 7 “Power” has been
turned off (“0 OFF” setting).
• Connect the mains connector jack 8 with a power sup-
ply socket via the mains cord .
Basic functions
Activating and deactivating
• Using the mains switch 7, you can activate or deacti-
vate your Concept C 300 WL. After activation, your device is in standby mode and LED 1 “Standby” is red.
• With the button 1 “Standby” or 12, you can switch
your Concept C 300 WL to operating and/or
standby mode (Standby). In the operating mode, the LED 1 “Standby” is blue.
Selecting a source
After activation, the USB sound card is activated as a
source.
• Using the button 14 “Input”, you can switch the source
between the USB sound card and RCA jacks. When you switch, the LED 1 “Standby” is purple briefl y.
Adjusting the volume
• Increase the volume: Press the button 15 +.
• Decrease the volume: Press the button 15 –.
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Adjusting the bass level
You can adjust the volume of the subwoofer separately.
1. Press the button 13 “Bass”. The LED 1 “Standby” is purple.
2. Adjust the base level as you like using the buttons 15 + / –.
3. Press the button 13 “Bass”. The LED 1 “Standby” is again blue. If no button is pressed for six seconds, the device will also switch to normal operation.
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13 14
15
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Care an cleaning
Clean your Concept C 300 WL regularly with a soft, slightly damp microfi bre cloth. Please be absolutely sure to observe the following:
Danger
• Ensure that no water gets into the unit.
• Disconnect the device from the mains power supply
Risk of electric shock!
In contact with live parts water can lead to electric shock or short circuit.
before cleaning.
Attention
• If possible use only plain water with no cleaning prod-
• In no circumstances should caustic cleaning products,
Risk of damage!
Using the wrong cleaning materials may dam­age the delicate surface of the case.
ucts. In case of stubborn marks a mild soap solution may be used.
white spirit, thinners, petrol or similar be used for clean­ing.
Troubleshooting
The following advice should help you to solve problems. If this is not the case please contact our hotline (see page 3). Take note of the warranty instructions.
Problem Possible cause Solution The unit produces no
sound.
Wrong source selected. Select the correct source (see page 10) Volume is set to »0 «. Increase the volume. Fuse defective. Replace the fuse: Dis-
connect the mains cord, carefully take out the fuse holder on the mains connector jack 8. Insert a new fuse (3.15 A), close the holder.
Subwoofer buzzes. The buzzing is caused by problems with
the power supply. The buzzing is caused by a multi-way
socket.
Playback is noisy.
No playback via USB soundcard.
The Concept C 300 WL is a very low­noise system. What often happens is that the speaker system which is excellent in the treble range exposes the poor quality of a signal source (e. g. from MP3 fi les).
Pairing failed. The USB soundcard must be connected with
Purchase a line fi lter and connect it to the device.
Use another multi-way socket or plug the subwoofer directly into the wall socket. In the case of two-pin plugs it may help to insert the plug into the socket the other way up.
Make sure that the signal being sent from the source to the Concept C 300 WL is free from faults.
the computer and the Concept C 300 WL must be activated. Now press the button 12 on the remote control and the small button on the USB soundcard (see arrow) at the same time for 10 seconds.
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Protecting the environment
Batteries and rechargeable batteries
Do not dispose of batteries or rechargeable batteries in household waste!
Every consumer is required by law to dispose of
batteries and rechargeable batteries, whether they contain hazardous materials*) or not, at a local authority or in-store collection point so that they can be disposed of in a manner which is not dangerous to the environment. Please only deposit batteries and rechargeable batteries which are completely spent.
Disposal of the unit
Old appliances may not be disposed of in the household waste!
Should the appliance no longer be capable of being used, then every consumer is required
by law to dispose of old appliances separately from their household waste e. g. at a local authority collection point. This ensures that old appliances are recycled in a professional manner and that negative consequences for the environment are prevented. Electrical devices are identifi ed with the symbol shown on the right.
*) identifi ed with the following symbols: Cd = cadmium , Hg = mercury , Pb = lead
Technical data
Frequency response: 20 Hz–20 KHz (48 K)/20 Hz–22 KHz (96 K) Distortion factor: < 1 % Signal to noise ratio: > 80 dB Power consumption, max: 400 W Operating voltage: 220–240 V~, 50/60 Hz Recommended room size: maximum 25 sqm
Outputs: 2x satellites
Inputs: stereo inputs (L/R) USB soundcard with wireless transmission
Wireless transmission 2.4 GHz, PCM Range approximately: 20 m
Subwoofer
Construction form: bassrefl ex Chassis: 25.4 cm (10 inch) Frequency response: 36 Hz (-3 db) RMS output power: 1 x 140 W 4 Ohm with distortion factor 1 % 2 x 30 W 4 Ohm with distortion factor 1 % Dimensions (W x H x D): 247 x 500 x 430 mm Net weight: 17.6 kg
Satellites
Frequency response: 180 Hz (-3 db) Dimensions (W x H x D): 90 x 125 x 98 mm Net weight: 530 g
This product conforms with Council of the European Union directives 1999/5/EC and 2006/95/EC
For questions, suggestions or other issues please contact our customer service department:
Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH
Gewerbehof Buelowbogen - Aufgang D1 10783 Berlin (Germany), Buelowstr. 66
Tel.:
00800 200 300 40 (toll-free) Fax: +49 (0)30 - 300 930 930 www.teufelaudio.com
No liability is accepted for the accuracy of this information. Tech­nical changes, typographical errors and other errors reserved.
Manual No. 91236_GB / HC-20110601
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